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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
4
Advertising rates on application at Home or Foreign offices with a nominal obituary charge and cards of banks. National Advertising Representatives Hubert KB. Ward located at 225 Fifth Avenue New York City and 6 South Wabash Avenue Chicago.
The article argues that the key to a successful year is mental attitude rather than concrete plans. By adopting a definite, steady mindset on New Year’s Day one can start the year with purpose, will, and constructive emotion to drive achievement.
Montana reports near six million young trees planted on burned acres over the last year. A Savanac nursery supports state forestry with plans for additional nurseries and surveys of old burns. Authorities advocate simultaneous reforestation with lumbering and use of aircraft for fire detection to minimize losses and ensure ongoing timber, climate, and soil benefits.
The remark notes Captain Kidd as an exceptional figure, highlighting that his success came when opportunities were fewer than today.
A lesson that success demands constant care and effort. Succeeds in farming law trade or disturber requires long hours, precise habits, fairness, temperance, and constant study to be effective and informed.
A retired businessman said he first tried idleness but could not stay inactive. He stated that idleness clogged his affairs and health, forcing him to hustle to keep things in order.
The writer argues the reform movement seeks shorter work hours and less thrift while the state supposedly cares for all. He contends the state cannot manage such aims and that those who succeed must endure long hours and vigilance. He calls it an impressive lesson for thought.
A tale describes a millionaire pressed by a friend to dress better. The man insists he is not shabby, until he reveals the clothes he wears once belonged to his father, proving his claim. The humorous misdirection highlights vanity and lineage.
A local man Henry boasted of breaking off his engagement to Dolly, explaining he would not marry someone who would not marry him. He repeats a witty exchange about marriages for money and love, illustrating his sarcastic view on romance.
In a diplomatic note Cuba signals support for a prohibition measure affecting the United States. The statement frames the policy as a normative stance backed by regional allies. No further details on scope or timeline are provided.
The essay argues prize fighting is rising worldwide led by the Dempsey Carpentier bout and French boxing. It links growing public appeal to decadence in America and laments the shift from active sport to spectator violence while proposing boxing be taught in schools and colleges to channel the urge to fight.
Six to eight drilling efforts have been reported in the Greendale end of the Logan field, with Greendale Oil Company’s Van Sickle tract well noted as light producer. Pure Oil No 5 on Stout place began drilling, while Martin farm’s No 2 promises two or three barrel output. Berea grit oil at 725 feet, Kelsch Brothers contracting. High grade oil hovers around 6.10 dollars per barrel, briefly touching 6.25 earlier.
Mr and Mrs Will Stoughton arrived in Logan from Akron to visit Judge and Mrs Stoughton and sister Mrs Clarence Hennie. The couple just wed in Akron and were greeted by about fifty young friends on Glenview Heights who made noise for half an hour before leaving after receiving their stipend.
Elwin Crawford spends the week in Marietta staying with his grandparents, as reported in local society notes. He is seen enjoying family time and regional sights during the visit.
Roy Crawford and sons Jo lene and Harold returned home from a ten day visit with numerous relatives in Parkersburg and Marietta.
Mrs Louise Uasser leaves for New Year holidays with friends. A class will be confirmed at St Pauls Episcopal church Sunday at 7 30 p m. Sermon by Bishop Theodore Irving Reese assisted by Rev John Williamson rector. Special music. Public invited. Logan Club held a splendid ball Wednesday at its club rooms Rempel block with large attendance. Athens orchestra provided music and a luncheon was served at midnight.
Misses Hazel Lehman and Margret Fox are visiting their parents Mr. and Mrs. Will Lehman and Mr. and Mrs. George Fox to celebrate the New Year with family.
Mrs Sam Primmer entertained club members with a Christmas grab bag event on a Monday afternoon. Only members attended the gathering of the F F F.
Miss Helen Hammon entertained numerous friends with a mid holiday party this week, showcasing a festive gathering and lively conversation among attendees.
Social note records Miss Margery Fox spending Tuesday in Lancaster for shopping and leisure with no additional events or companions mentioned.
Ione Erwin entertained a number of her friends Tuesday evening with a casual social gathering at her home.
Don Blankenship of New Straits ville attended Logan Wednesday. The class of 1917 held its annual reunion Tuesday evening at St John Hall with Sam Primmer Kathryn Michel Winifred Lehman Ione Erwin and Marie Klein Schmidt among those present.
Father Nevin entertained the Catholic church Sunday school teachers with a six o'clock dinner at Mrs. Hyson's on Tuesday and presented each teacher with a dozen fine linen handkerchiefs.
Wib Martin Floyd Rosser Harry Radin and Roy Stratton visited Logan on Sunday evening.
Gertrude Stracke travels back to Detroit Michigan following a Christmas visit with relatives in Logan.
Joe Blankenship and Don Blankenship spent Thursday in Logan on business, meeting local contacts and discussing upcoming plans. The visit focused on commercial engagements and potential partnerships.
Helen Rochester will entertain a number of her friends at her home this evening. The gathering reflects a casual social event with familiar guests in a private residence setting.
A community meeting will be held Saturday evening January 1 to discuss a consolidated school for the area. County Superintendent Root and other speakers will attend. The local schools are on holiday vacation and will reopen Monday January 3. Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Sams and daughter Evelyn spent Christmas season here.
Margaret Snow and Dean Maxwell are among those listed as sick. Guests over Christmas include Mr and Mrs Henry Phillips with family, Mrs Wilbur Young and children Harold and Irma, Mr and Mrs Richard Phillips with Gail, and tours by Miss Helen Dillinger from Athens High, Miss Edith Devore of Barberton, and Miss Bess White from Athens visiting Joseph and Charles Robinson families. Mrs Lizzie Mulligan of Shelby Iowa and Mrs Jennie Fagan convalescing in Columbus hospital. Funeral attendance noted for Hiram Mansfield. Elvira Dunlap visiting.
Rutland welcomed Stanley Hysell and family from Logan and Miss Louise Bennington of Cleveland along with Ralph Blake and wife of Indiana Dr Shoemaker and wife of Columbus and Miss Etna Gardner of Columbus for Christmas. Winnie and Effie Williamson visited sisters in Parkersburg. A new foot bridge on Main Street near the post office provides a much needed convenience as pedestrians continue to walk local streets.
A note from The Athens Messenger explains the Information Bureau run by Frederic J. Haskin in Washington DC. It invites readers to mail questions with full name and address and two cents for return postage. Replies are sent directly to the inquirer and the bureau does not provide legal medical or financial advice.
A series of brief inquiries covers topics from slang for a young girl and silkworms in the U S to pineapple propagation by crowns and slips. It also cites Kilauea as the largest active volcano, rail land grants totaling 160 million acres, and bone coal as coal with shaly matter.
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