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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1920
Page
3
Nelsonville readers will find classifieds under a special department headed by Jiggs and Gas Buggies. Auto license tags are distributed at the Y M C A with office hours 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. truck tags not yet received but expected soon.
A Christmas Eve program titled White Gifts for the King impressed a large audience as the Sunday school presented themes of Self Service and Substance. Two youths accepted Christ as Saviour, and the Bereans distributed food clothing and toys to needy families on Christmas morning via two delivery machines.
Christmas morning vows were solemnized for Lawrence Barrows and Virgie Channon at the home of Rev C L Johnson. The ring ceremony was performed and the groom's father attended. The couple plans a home in Nelsonville.
Mrs P D McLaughlin aged 39 died Sunday evening after a brief illness shortly after giving birth to a daughter who also died. Wife of coal operator McLaughlin, the family moved from McArthur to the city three years ago. She was active in the Christian church and in the Pythian Sisters and D A R. No funeral arrangements have been made. she leaves husband and five children and the city extends sympathy.
Miss Audrey Ailes entertained 22 Home Guards members with an Xmas party featuring games and contests won by Oris Smith. An elegant lunch concluded the affair.
John Mooney entertained with a family dinner on Christmas Day. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Mooney and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Davis of Logan, Miss Marie Mooney of Laurelsville, Logan Mooney of Charlestown, W. Va., Mrs. Alice Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. James Bland, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Coakley and daughter Rachel Catherine, and Miss Loretta Mooney.
Mr and Mrs Henry Nutter hosted a Christmas day dinner with Mr and Mrs Cleve Hallet and their son, Mr and Mrs John Nutter and their daughter, and Louis Netter attending.
Mrs Merbert Leyshon and her daughter Mary Louise are guests of Columbus friends, enjoying a social visit and hospitality in the city.
Misses Mary and Anna Ballarets are listed as daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford TM in Columbus.
Charles Collins, killed under his own train at Logan on Christmas night at 5 o clock, was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J N Colling of near Albany and nephew of Mr. Henry Verity of this city. He was well known locally.
Hamilton Ohio the Carrolls and Ball families hosted Christmas visitors from Columbus and nearby areas. Guests included Cliff Sanders and family from Columbus, Grace Shannon and son Jack from Columbus, and Will Burnell visiting from Akron. Several members traveled to Columbus for hospital treatment, conventions, or to spend the holiday with relatives.
The text notes a longer visit forthcoming with a daughter and relatives hosting Tom Dilcher from Zanesville, who spent Sunday as a guest.
The local Elks Lodge distributed Xmas baskets funded by proceeds from a charity ball held two weeks ago. Each basket contained eatables, candy, and huts as gifts. Members of B P O E B spent Friday delivering the baskets across the city.
Churches across the city hosted Xmas events with programs and treats for children. At the Methodist church pupils enjoyed a fine program and treats, while the Presbyterian church held a Christmas party with a brief program and Santa delivering gifts. Nearby, residents and visitors from Anderson and Columbus visited family and friends over the holiday weekend.
Miss Hazel Shafer entertained her music pupils with a Friday afternoon Christmas party. Seven ten guests enjoyed contests and music as a large Christmas tree gleamed. Santa Claus arrived and handed out small gifts. A luncheon concluded the festive event.
The local postoffice saw heavy activity during the holiday rush but no mail congestion. Patrons mailed early and Monday December 20 marked the peak day. An extra worker and a motor truck aided distribution throughout the week.
Patrons throughout the city praise the efficient corps of post office clerks for their good work in handling the situation. The appreciation highlights their prompt service and calm management during the incident.
The largest Christmas trade in Nelsonville history was enjoyed by local merchants in the week before Christmas. Shoppers had money to spend and spent freely, boosting store sales overall.
Charles Collins 31 of Columbus was killed when he fell under a local freight train while switching in Old Town near Logan. He was making his first stop to pick up cars on the Logan to Columbus run. Kasler aided in rescuing his body. He is survived by three sisters in Athens.
A third major blaze in the district is blamed on an arson ring. The $150,000 loss destroyed a three story brick dwelling in the center of town. William Pantelos was questioned after remarks during the fire but released.
Mrs. Davidson of Yates Center shares her February letter claiming 28 hens laid 27 eggs daily in winter with Don Sung tonic. The Burrell-Dugger Co. advertises Don Sung as a scientific egg-laying conditioner, offering a one month trial with refund if no profit, price 52 cents per package, mailed prepaid from Indianapolis.
Foot prints in fresh snow led Alliance police to arrest three suspects in the shooting of Jack Andeoville. The victim lies near death in a local hospital. Police attribute the attack to a black hand.
Moonshine liquor, once priced at $15 a quart, has fallen to $5 with demand collapsing in the Carolinas. Abundant corn and rye, a glut of imports of bonded goods, and the depression drive many moonshine operations to close. Some predict prices may drop to $1 per quart by January 1.
Washington officials said Lud wig C A K Martens is in the same category as other undesirable aliens. They withheld direct comment on his claim that deportation hurts American business. Officials say the soviet regime does not represent the Russian people and that U S recognition is not forthcoming. They note Russia has few goods to exchange for American exports and limited gold.
A 16 year old Ruth Rausher and 19 year old Fred Hoffman eloped from Alliance with 14 year old Alice Steele as chaperone. The trio obtained a license in Canton and wed in Louisville Ohio then moved to Toledo where Ruth and Fred stayed at a hotel until money ran out. Police found them. Ruth and Alice had bobbed hair and were working in a restaurant. Parents forgive.
Chicago December 27 merchants launched gigantic clearance sales with clothing prices slashed to the lowest levels since 1914. Stores publicized vast losses to clear millions in goods, including a men s suit at 50 dollars from a major firm.
A European scientist has devised a porous vessel that gas penetrates and makes connections, ringing a warning when fire damp is detected in mines. The device signals danger before conditions worsen.
The notice describes a banking loan facility with liberal terms, 6 percent interest, easy repayment privileges, and loan continuance as long as payments and interest are met. Security to be kept at a specified re v elicitiens location, with the Columbus Ohio office at 22 West Gay Street. Assets stated over $20,600,000, safe deposit boxes available at $2 per year.
Ludwig Martens, once Bolshevik ambassador, asserts U S moves to sever fictitious relations with Russia will cost US businesses over 300 million dollars. He predicts loss of 600 million dollar order and 50 million goods contracts. He says Moscow will push trade with Britain and France if doors stay closed.
Arthur Hames, 50, arrived with a volunteer posse to seek revenge for the death of his son Grady who was killed defending him from eight masked assailants. Grady died after grappling with the kidnappers in a hotel lobby.
New directors appointed include Charles G. Black Edward M. Clark and E J Sadler bringing the board to twelve. Retiring directors are C T Waring and Colonel W F Weller.
Glouster area shop announces a new battery repair station offering repairs for all makes and a full line of new batteries. They provide winter maintenance to keep batteries charged and in good condition.
Al Sprouse of the old Crawford stand at No. 6 faced a $100 fine plus costs after pleading guilty to selling intoxicating liquors. Mike Buffington of Pittsburgh also drew a $100 fine and costs for transporting liquor found in his room after a search warrant. He had liquor brought from Pennsylvania and was later arrested at John Hartman’s place. No liquor was returned after payment.
John Mc Menamy of Jacksonville paid a $60 fine and costs after being charged with driving an automobile while intoxicated. He sped through town Saturday, struck the street marker at Hotel Gordon, damaging it and narrowly avoiding injuries. He was arrested, jailed, and brought before Mayor Wallace Sunday morning for sentencing.
Two holiday drinkers faced fines in the local court. One man arrested on a plain drunk charge was fined five dollars plus costs. The other, charged with disorderly conduct, paid ten dollars and costs.
An adjourned council session will consider awarding a deficiency bond issue of 2800 dollars. No bids were received this morning, but there may be one or two bids on hand when the meeting begins tonight.
L. L. Robinett, foreman of the Z and W section, received a letter of commendation from Chief Engineer Stoker for having the year's best track. He also earned a $20 voucher as first prize and oversees an eight mile stretch between the city and Drakes.
Phil Blower superintendent of mine 267 receives a fine Ma sonic ring as a Christmas present from the monthly men. He greatly appreciates the token of goodwill and friendship from the workers.
Washington officials said an agreement with Japan on restricting Japanese immigration is near. The Japan protest against California land ownership by Japanese complicates talks, with California lawmakers showing keen interest and meeting ambassador Roland Morris, though a California delegation postponed due to his absence. Congress is considering immigration exclusion legislation.
Senator Johnson of California urged universal disarmament in a brief senate speech. He cited a newspaper article on Near East uncertainties to argue against the league of nations and for disarmament as the surest path to avoid future wars.
A Danish scientist has developed an electrical insulating material derived from fish offal. The discovery suggests a new use for waste by products, potentially reducing reliance on conventional plastics and improving sustainability in electrical insulation.
Clara Smith Hamon, charged in Jake L. Hamon death, likely won’t face trial before Jan 17. She says she loves men and women, trusts God, hopes to write a life story, and has film and lecture offers while staying at her sister’s Ardmore home after Christmas release on $12,000 bond.
Mrs. F. L. Newton of Irving New York recounts giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to her eight year old daughter during a whooping cough episode last spring and reports a rapid recovery. She says a bottle has been kept in the house since and used with good results.
A New York charity dinner at the Hotel Commodore will cost $1000 per plate for three courses beef stew bread and cocoa. The price is 22 cents a plate if attended by guests and is described as twice as elaborate as meals served to European youngsters by relief workers. Guests include Herbert Hoover General Pershing and musician Fritz Kreisler.
Christiana December 27. Foreign Minister Tchitcherin of the Soviet government cabled Ambassador Martens in New York acknowledging his expulsion by the United States and ordering him to cancel all contracts with American firms according to information received today.
London Dec 27 The Polish legation denied reports that Russia withdrew from the Riga peace conference. Copenhagen dispatches say Adolf Joffe, head of the Soviet delegation, broke off negotiations declaring the Soviet position is strong and no treaty with Poland is needed.
A Swiss inventor creates a motor wheel mounted in a frame with a single runner and saddle to blend motorcycling and skating as a single sport.
London based Russian émigrés report from Moscow Petrograd fronts with tales of mutinies arrests hunger and shortages. The latest dispatch cites lyin Lenin move to Petrograd slipping fortunes and rationing with fuel shortages and food coupons. It notes Bolsheviks arrest officers and widespread deprivation while Lettish troops and Chinamen are mentioned in brutal roles.
Posses with bloodhounds search Nodena area near Wilson Arkansas for Henry Lowry a drunk farm hand accused of killing O T Craig and injuring Mrs Williamson Richard and Hugh Craig. Craig in Memphis hospital with possible death while Lowry is believed hidden in nearby swamps.
British engineers urge strict measures to prevent the spread of dry rot in timber with the aim of eradicating the problem. They advise coordinated action across industries and building sectors to protect structures and supply chains.
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