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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1922
Page
2
The host and hostess should introduce guests to each other before seating. If the gathering is large, it is acceptable to present each lady with her escort to the table, ensuring personal introductions when possible.
Berlin dispatch reports a $30,000 legacy from a St. Louis hotel keeper to his brother, John Bagensky, a laborer in a German working men settlement near Borkum. The fortune, after taxes and exchange, could make him a mark millionaire. He plans a large contracting business with his trained eldest son.
In Columbus on December 18 State Fire Marshal Dykeman urges a careful, fire free Christmas. He warns against flames near curtains, advises firm tree bases and non inflammable decorations, and cautions against celluloid toys. Store workers should avoid smoking near merchandise to prevent tragedies. A safer season rests on careful practices.
Ten children from the Washington County Children's Home were injured, four seriously, when a car driven by Arda Fouss of Warner struck the group as they walked home from church in Marietta Ohio. Fouss cites glare from approaching car lamps and defective lights as factors. Several were knocked into a ravine. some escaped with minor injuries.
A compact quotation attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson. It reflects on honesty and social courtesy within life’s limited span. The line invites mindful behavior among people in daily interactions.
Wallace Reid is said to suffer from influenza not narcotics or alcohol, doctors report. Will Hays expresses sympathy and hopes for a full recovery at a Hollywood sanitarium, while actions against narcotics trade are left to authorities as Davenport denies shocking statements.
Lima Ohio December 18 Judge Emmet J. Jackson confirms policy of municipal criminal court to jail motorists guilty of dangerous traffic violations. He warns taxi drivers and motorists they will face jail and fines upon conviction for speeding and other dangerous acts endangering life or property.
Washington reports Henry J. Allen of Kansas at President Harding’s prohibition conference. Governor Allen argues enforcement alone won’t suffice and urges public realization that stricter enforcement will bring greater economic prosperity for individuals and the nation.
Glouster mailing division opens Sunday 9 to 1 30 with mail moves on trains 2 south and 5 north. Postmaster Price and staff push for prompt service as mails run heavy. Citizens urged to start Christmas packages early to avoid delays.
The smallest preacher in the world is Nora McLellan of Providence RI, standing 42 inches tall. She tours the United States holding meetings in towns across the country, sharing her faith and message.
An old promotional blurb claims Marmola Prescription Tablets let people lose fat without dieting or exercise. It urges readers to buy a one dollar case and offers direct order from Marmola in Detroit, Michigan, promising easy weight loss.
In a letter to WGY at General Electric Works Schenectady Camille Poirier the old French Canadian guide describes how radio songs and stories reach remote hunting lodges up north He recalls a hunter man with a radio set hearing programs noting moonshine jokes and a desire to learn more while praising the station and its cheerful talks from the Canadian wilds.
Cleveland paper tells how a family escaped a morning fire thanks to a dog named Puppy. The canine barked to wake Mr and Mrs Gramm and their eight month old baby, then reentered the blaze to save them, perishing with a charred body found by firefighters.
County Treasurer KX BP announces a wake trip schedule to collect taxes in towns outside the county seat. Start December 19 in Albany, with visits to Amesville Coolville Glouster and Nelsonville through January 20 deadline. Deputy Major Rafael Johnon will run the office in the courthouse during absences.
Supreme Court Justice San Kalisch in Mount Holly denies a motion to dismiss the murder indictment against Mrs. Doris Brunen. She appeared with her brother Harry Mohy in Riverside, where the circus owner known as Honest John Brunen was killed at his home on March 10.
Boston December 18 Greek steamship Melpo is in distress in Canadian waters a radiogram picked up at the Charlestown navy yard reports the vessel's peril and prompt aid is awaited by authorities and crew.
Ohio State University economists report a steep drop in exports since WWI. Farm exports fall 40 percent while corn rises 35 percent. farm products share of exports drops from 81 to 45 percent. Balance of trade expected near 850 million by year end as manufactured goods rise at home.
Columbus report says State Director of Education Riegel announces O. H. Maffet Ashland County school superintendent is inspecting county theaters for the state bureau of film censorship. Maffet has secured guarantees from theater owners to lease only films with full length leaders and all objectionable material eliminated as ordered by the censor bureau. Director Riegel stated.
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