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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1924

Page

2

Legion notes report strong recruitment and post Christmas drive

Logan post of the American Legion held a Tuesday evening meeting to discuss matters of importance. The membership committee noted progress toward paid up enrollment and many members who did not enroll last year have signed up or intend to do so. The post voted to donate proceeds from Christmas decorations on Main Street to relief work for former service men. A double quartet and a six piece orchestra will perform with Paul Brown as interlocutor, and several acts are planned for a lively program aimed at boosting attendance at post meetings.

Legion Logan The American Sea Barton Holl Hocking County William Davis Vernon Crist R. AL. James J. B. Collison Monte Kling Buster Abrams Robert Gompf Lewis Purcell L. &. Keinle Leroy Strain William Lytle Fred Hopes Earl Perone Willam Brightmire Edward Heffy Jesse Columber Mel. Harbaugh George Nash Harburger Paul Brown Ed Myers Irvin Krieg Wiley Thurness Dil Sanderson

Gore oil man J P Ball progresses toward home

J P Ball an oil man from Gore has been hospitalized after appendicitis but is rapidly recovering. In two weeks he will be able to return to his Gore oil field duties as a pumper, with plans to go home Thursday.

J. P. Ball Gore

Elks Minstrels Open Three Night Charity Show

The Elks charity minstrel opened Wednesday at the local theatre to a good audience. Proceeds will be shared between the Boy Scouts and charity. Top local talent had been rehearsing for weeks in preparation.

Elks’ Minstrels E Elks Charity Minstrels Lale Theatre Thenstrel Boy Scouts Charity

Frezee Arrested Over Stolen License Tags Driving Case

Paul Frezee, a former taxi driver, was arrested Tuesday by Motor Officer Joe Farbearn after being found driving a vehicle bearing license tags belonging to another. He was arraigned before Magistrate Miller and fined $1 plus costs.

Paul Frezee Joe Farbearn Miller

Prohibition Officers Nab Several Liquor Violators

State officers with Constable George Shaw and deputies arrested Arthur Sohn Ova Coburn Murray City Jesse McGeer and Charlies Squirrely Davis Tuesday and Wednesday. McGeer premises yielded mash and Sohn’s car was found in a ditch after a near collision and a pint of white mule was located. Coburn reportedly had a small liquor bottle during a search.

George Shaw Arthur Sohn Buchtel Ova Coburn Murray City Jesse McGeer Charlies Squirrely” Davis Dorr McGeer Sohn McGeers Coburn

Arrests over liquor possession lead to fines and jail

In Murray City area, Sohn faced charges of possession and transportation of liquor with a confiscated machine after a Wednesday arraignment. Davis pleaded not guilty to liquor possession and possession of paraphernalia, with a guilty verdict on liquor and a $200 fine plus costs. Coburn and McGeer also set to appear before Magistrate Miller.

Davis Place Sohn Miller Murray City Dayton Davis Coburn McGeer

Ohio Fuel Co. Hits Dry Hole in Perry County Farm

A dry hole was struck by the Ohio Fuel Co. when they drilled their well on a farm near South Perry earlier this week. The company notes several producing wells in the same area and says further operations are likely to be undertaken.

Ohio Fuel Co South Perry

Clarence Farley and Myrtle Mets Named in Logan County Record

Clarence A Farley twenty six laborer and Myrtle I Mets eighteen housekeeper are listed in Logan County records with partial biographical details.

Clarence A. Farley Logan Myrtle I. Mets

Family Visit and Health Updates From Columbus

Mrs. Lawrence Kauffman and her young son from Columbus arrive in Logan for a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Anthony, as Mr. Kauffman plans to join them this weekend. Howard White has returned home after recent blood transfusion surgery in a Columbus hospital and is reported much improved.

Lawrence Kauffman Little Son Columbus Logan Frank Anthony Kauffman Howard White

Opportunity Breezes Blowing Through Classified Columns

Classified pages show rising listings as job seekers and employers note brisk activity. Local merchants and neighborhood boards highlight new openings and seasonal ads, signaling a lively market for help wanted and goods for sale.

Ohio seeks plan to pay owners of condemned cattle

Ohio cattle owners and Director Truax meet with state officials to develop a program to eliminate or reduce tuberculosis in cattle. Groups including the Farm Bureau and Grange discuss methods, indemnity amounts, and potential legislative powers. A follow up conference is planned after the legislature opens, with some delegates backing a $1.9 million appropriation.

Columbus Ohio Cattle Owners Truax Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Ohio Grange Agricultural Department

Cure for rupture without operation promised by carpenter

Robotic letter warns of rupture cure without surgery from Eugene M. Pullen in Manasquan New Jersey. Claims quick complete relief with no lost time and asks readers to write for full information. No sale advertised. urges sharing the notice to help others with rupture.

Eugene M. Pullen Carpenter Isol Marcellus Avenue Manasquan N. J

Health official cites Ohio cattle tuberculosis figures

Director Truax and State Veterinarian Zimmer indicate about 35 000 of roughly 2 900 000 cows in northwestern Ohio are affected with tuberculosis, signaling a regional animal health concern.

Truax Zimmer Ohio

Imported fleece pattern for opossum trim coat

Messenger Pattern Dept 1933 offers a convertible collar coat pattern in seven sizes. Describes bolivia inspired colors and pile fabrics suited for stout figures. Material needs listed with yardage and a 12 cent pattern mail request.

Bolivia

Pine Cough Syrup at Home From Pinex Remedy

Home remedy outlines making pine cough syrup using Pinex and sugar syrup or alternatives like honey or molasses. Claims fast relief within 24 hours for dry, loose, and bronchial throat issues, with cautions against substitutes and an assurance of satisfaction or money back.

The Pinex Co Ft. Wayne Ind

Fourth City Officer Convicted In Local Jurisdiction

J. F. Trout, marshal of Jaseville in Perry county, found guilty of assault and battery by a jury in common pleas court. He was free on $1,000 bond pending a motion for a new trial after the verdict last night. Mary Koontz, Roseville, testified Trout assaulted her during a liquor search at her home. He is the fourth city officer convicted recently by juries here. Fred Slatzer, Shawnee constable and former officer, also mentioned.

New Lexington J. &. Thout Jaseville Perry Common Pleas Mary Koontz Roseville Trout Fred Slatzer Shawnee

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