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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1921
Page
2
The marriage of Mr. William Hooper of Zaleski and Miss Susan Brown of East Washington street was solemnized Tuesday afternoon at the bride home. Rev A Y Wilcox performed the ceremony. The couple will reside in Zaleski.
Mr Wilfred 4 Cunningham wed Miss Iris Lucille Kempton of Glouster in a Monday ceremony at the Christian parsonage conducted by Rev Chatley. Cunningham is the son of merchant 8 A Cunningham of Glouster, Ohio.
The marriage of Miss Edith Brohart of Athens and Mr. John Hamer of The Plains was announced. They wed last July in the Baptist parsonage with Rev. Smith officiating. Mrs. Hamer teaches at The Plains this year.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Hunter hosted a Thursday afternoon party for their daughter Leah turning twelve. The Kernstreet home featured a Christmas tree and holly decorations with twenty guests attending and several contests before a late birthday supper.
Mr J W Sprout of Vostoria Ohio visits daughter Rowena and Mr and Mrs C J Flowers of Second Street for a social call.
Miss Faye Lash, a teacher in Warren Ohio, is spending her vacation with Mr and Mrs W R Cable at KE State street.
Mrs Wilfred Clemens stays with her aunt Mrs Jeff Blackwood in Hebbardsville during the illness and death of Mr Jeff Blackwood.
Mr and Mrs James Blackwood visit Mrs John Clark of Richland avenue after attending the funeral of their uncle Jeff Blackwood. J W Bodley returns from Cincinnati with his mother Mrs J H Bodley as guest through New Year. Word arrives of the serious illness and death on December 24 of H L Hamilton's father from Zanesville, a salesman for Dr and Mrs EB Starr and Heinz Co, and well known resident of Mt Sterling Ohio.
The Deborah Class of the Christian church meets Thursday at seven with Mrs. W. L. Hottel at 60 North Congress Street. Members should bring a dollar for the parsonage and explain how they raised it. Rebekahs are asked to attend with initiation and refreshments provided.
Mr and Mrs C B E Starr hosted Christmas guests who left Tuesday for Nelsonville to visit Mrs Starrs parents. Mr Fred Wheaton and Mr Edwin Finsterwald are in Toledo on business. Mr Frank Roach and Mr John Woolley were business visitors in Circleville on Monday.
Mr P. D. Patton a prominent east end resident was in the county seat today paying taxes and shopping. At 81 he remains notably active. Mr and Mrs Gilbert F. Frebault of 8 East State street announce the birth of a daughter Madge Ellen born Tuesday night.
Mr and Mrs Harley Moler of West State Street host Mr and Mrs Fred Walker and the Misses Grace and Gertrude Walker of Akron Ohio. Dr and Mrs C Lones of University Terrace entertain as their guests the Misses Alta and Mabel Coe of Albany for Christmas.
Mr and Mrs A I Johnson of Morris Avenue welcomed Mr and Mrs A B Linscott and Mr and Mrs Justus Brown with two children from Columbus Ohio as holiday guests.
Mrs Posey of 103 West Union Street hosted guests over Christmas including Mr and Mrs Ed Carleton and Miss Mattie Gunder of Coolville Miss Lillie Watson of Oreoh Mr and Mrs Ed Daugherty and son Dennis of Chauncey and Mr AK Stear and Charles Fehrn of Pennsylvania in a cordial family gathering.
Miss Laura Kennedy a teacher in New Boston Ohio is spending her vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs R A Kennedy of McKinley avenue.
Miss May Millikan came home to Columbus on Wednesday after spending Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. C. Millikan of North High street. Mrs. H L Jones and her granddaughter Miss Marian Bush left today for McConnellville to attend the funeral of their cousin Miss Bess Everlin who died at her home following a serious illness last night.
Mr. Russell Herrold of Zanesville Ohio spent Christmas with his father Mr. Will H Herrold of North Congress street The reunion highlights a family gathering during the holiday season.
Dr and Mrs F B Campbell of Trenton Ohio were Christmas guests of their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Oscar Fulton of North High Street.
Mr. Floyd Parker of Cleveland and Miss Edna Parker of Washington D C were the over Christmas guests of their mother Mrs. Eva A Parker.
Mrs. C. J. Cronenberg and Mr. George Robey of Cleveland have been visiting their parents Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Robey of West Washington Street.
In Athens the flood caused a surge of inquiries about water levels and conditions. Telephone operators and residents reported hundreds of calls over the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Creamer among the most queried, answering fifty and five respectively.
Governor Robertson indicated in a letter to Mayor Walton that state troops will be called out to preserve order in Packingtown if the Oklahoma City police cannot cooperate within twenty four hours. The move follows a tense situation prompting state intervention.
Miss Besse Eberlin aged 55 died Tuesday night at her home in McConnelsville after enduring a breast growth for three years without informing her family until last week. She was a daughter of Mr and Mrs A L Eberlin prominent southeastern Ohio residents.
The body of a young man believed to be W. A. Allison of Columbus Ohio was found in a shallow grave south of Jacksonville by a Black woman late yesterday. He had been shot.
The Ohio National Guard forms a veteran lineup to meet Nelsonville YMCA tonight at 8 in the Armory. Harold Wise, Raymond Davis, Sim Barick, Twink Star, and Hokey Palmer headline the squad seeking an upset against the visiting team.
In Canaanville Ohio on December 27 Russell Dorr hosted a Christmas coon dinner at his home. Guests included Ray Burch P B Seel Ray Norris Harold Burch Fred Burch Willard Seel Paul Dorr Charles Klingenberg Jim Burke and Frank Rose who faced playful consequences for remarks and arriving late. An oyster feed is planned soon.
A girl wearing unbuckled galoshes appears fashionable to some but draws critique, suggesting a need for guidance or a maid rather than chic footwear.
An old advertisement promotes Marine Eye Remedy for tired sore or irritated eyes. It claims soothing refreshment for infants and adults and lists Druggists as retailers and a reference to the Marine Eye Remedy Co based in Chicago.
Oliver F. Hastings of Watertown New York reports dramatic relief after long stomach troubles. He says three bottles of Tanlac restored appetite and weight, ending fifteen years of indigestion cramps and poor sleep. Sold at The Cline Pharmacy Athens and by druggists nationwide.
Petitions demanding ratification of the Anglo Irish treaty flooded Sinn Fein headquarters in Dublin on December 28. Some De Valera opponents to the pact reportedly resolved to abstain when the Dail reconvenes January 8 to reconsider, aiming for a substantial pro treaty vote.
Advertises a tonic laxative and germ destroyer sold as a cure for headaches from colds. The genuine product bears E. W. Grove’s signature and urges customers to ensure they get BROMO. 36ce.
The Ohio Automotive Trade Association awarded Athens County the first prize of 250 for best attendance at its fifth annual convention in Columbus. Athens County delegation accounted for 46.7 percent of local automotive merchants. Morgan County won 150 for 37.5 percent and Logan County 100 for 32.4 percent.
The London fashion scene notes that male dancers must have waved hair, with hairdressers overwhelmed by clients seeking a permanent wave. The process requires eight inches of front hair, four hours, and fifteen dollars for the permanent style.
Henry L. Farrell reports the Boxers Union plans to disrupt Tex Richard by targeting venues including Madison Square Garden and state armories. With Richard holding access to the Garden, leaders like Jack Curley and Billy Gibbons seek larger arenas as Albany lifts a boxing ban, heightening the battle for control of major fights.
Groceries and toy suitcases were sent to Glouster by deaf school pupils in Cincinnati. Miss Anna Jones delivered the donations while visiting her relatives. Twelve baskets from the Athens Lodge of Elks were distributed locally by L. E. Munden.
Mrs. Joe Diamond of Hunterdon died in a Columbus hospital at an early hour this morning. She had given birth to a baby about three weeks ago and did not recover. She was taken to the hospital Tuesday of last week for treatment. The body will arrive on train No 4 this afternoon and be taken to the Hunterdon home. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Nyal Faires, son of Ed Faires, of Nelsonville and a former Glou ster boy, was among those injured when an explosion struck the Wright store in Columbus last week. His wife suffered fractures and facial injuries, and her heels were badly damaged. A Nash car parked in front of the store was heavily damaged, costing as much to repair as a new car.
An adjourned session of the council met last night with little business. It was the last meeting of the current council and on Friday evening next week the new members will take charge at the regular council meeting.
Miss Julia Davis departed this morning after a short visit with her parents Mr and Mrs J W Davis and will travel to Akron.
Mr and Mrs L L Steadman and their three children travel to Columbus to be guests for several days of Mr and Mrs Karl Tracht.
The Christian Workers will hold a meeting at the Church of Christ this Thursday evening. An invitation is extended to everyone to attend.
Loyal Order of Moose 1197 dissolves mourning for Jacob Schwabach with 30 day charter drape and published resolutions. Messages to Glouster Press Athens Messenger and widow. quotes on death and eternal life. Allard Bishop visits Portsmouth during holidays.
Fireman Harry Brightwell, 31, injured when he fell into an elevator pit while battling a blaze at the Jesse Jacobs slaughter house. Fire damage estimated at $10,000 with recover expected.
In New York on December 28 the American Football Coaches association formed to oppose professional football as a menace to college play. The group urged stripping college players who join pro football of their letters and banning officials who worked pro games from college eligibility.
Detroit or Cleveland would pursue Joe Dugan the Athletics star third baseman if terms with Connie Mack are met. The Athletics owner would not trade him to the New York Yankees for any price.
Sailor Freedman was hospitalized for surgery to remove glass from his left hand. The postponed bout with Johnny Dundee in Jersey City on January 16 and the Omaha match with Ever Hammar were both canceled, per his manager.
Offered better post at Northwestern University reports state Syracuse freshman coach Harry Robertson has been named as a candidate for the head football coach position at Northwestern University.
In Lorain on December 28 detective Beatty investigated a strange attic moan awakened by L R Mattiers. It proved not a specter but a boy's wireless apparatus left open, the device producing haunting sounds heard through the house.
The United States will send Ambassador Harvey in London as official representative at the allied supreme council meeting in Cannes. The State Department announced the move on December 28.
The eider duck builds its nest from its own down. Six nests are needed to produce one pound of this famous down.
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