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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
2
Fragmentary text appears to discuss a Columbus residence and a thermometer design with embossed marks read by the blind, including mentions of a state loan and a balanced tube. The readable items are non-specific and insufficient to form a coherent event or report.
Mary Royal daughter of Mr and Mrs John Rivers of Mill street Chauncey married William Matson in a Thursday morning ceremony at their home parlor. Rev Sherwood officiated. Bridal party included Hazel Leffler Tina Matson and John Smart. The couple left for a wedding trip to Columbus Cleveland and Buffalo and will reside in Chauncey.
A short advice column recommends Chamberlain's Tablets for indigestion. The pills are described as easy to take and agreeable in effect, priced at a quarter.
Fear grows that Enrico Caruso may never sing again on the operatic stage. Despite reports of brief improvement after a second operation for pleurisy, friends fear a decline in the famed tenor. It seems unlikely he can perform this season at the Metropolitan Grand Opera and recovery would require weeks of rest. Only family and doctors have access to him at the Hotel Vanderbilt as condolences pour in from admirers worldwide.
The Athens Business Men's volleyball team defeated Nelsonville with scores of 10 to 8, 15 to 14, and 15 to 4. McCoy and Lee starred for Athens while Ditcher played for Nelsonville. The Athens club seeks games with Columbus and others. Columbus won last year's championship.
Announcement from Chicago records A L Erlinger of New York purchasing five Chicago theaters for 2 000 000 the largest theater deal in city history. The properties were owned by the late Will J Davis.
The Campbell family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness during the recent illness and death of their wife and mother. They thank those who sent flowers and Rev. Bishop for consoling words. Signed by Alex Campbell and children.
Berlin reports say Germany rejected claims it used threats to disarm Bavarian guards amid Brussels reparations talks. Entente sources dispute the official denial, citing von Simons' comments as possibly misinterpreted. Ruhr miners also pressed for Bavarian guard disarmament citing fear of a French invasion of the coal region.
Hiram W. Mansfield born May 25 1846 near Guysville Ohio died December 27 1920 aged 74 years seven months two days He spent his life in the same neighborhood He was married to Genevma Creamer October 9 1879 They had five children and nine grandchildren Survived by a brother two sisters and many relatives The family expresses thanks for support during bereavement Also appears a product notice for Chamberlain s Tablets intended for indigestion and constipation.
Chicago reports a wave of violent crime in Evanston with ten robberies and a gun battle at Charles Deering’s home. Police announce that patrolmen will escort women out at night as part of the new crime response. A fireless cooker in a basket form is also noted for outdoor hot meals.
After Christmas, readers are urged to have their eyes examined and cared for. The ad promotes a well equipped office with experienced examiners, eyeglass fitting, in house grinding, and a complete shop for lenses and frames.
Joshua Sykes known as the king of the world was released on bond after three hours in jail on confidence game charges. He faces court Tuesday over claims he told followers the world would end and those with money would be punished. Police say his cult profited. Earlier charges include gross immorality with allegations he stripped women before baptism.
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