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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1919
Page
2
Ohio registered 413000 motor vehicles in 1918, up 17 percent from the prior year’s 360618. State Auto Association secretary Fred H Caley says production limits may cap this year’s total, with factories needed to meet demand and roads improving as war conditions ease.
The institution seeks a $5,000 appropriation to convert the Goragpe property on President Street into a modern sanitary hospital with a kitchenette and medical supplies. A $10,000 coal grant is also anticipated, while salaries may rise under the new two year budget starting July 1. Three semester terms are planned plus three publications for graduates and state high school outreach.
A fragmented report notes headaches and eye defects, claiming that many cases improve with certain headaches described as relieving symptoms. The text hints at an examination of formulas and cautious safety warnings, but details are unclear.
Jacksonville couple receives partial wartime letter from Private Herman Stolze of Company D 347th M G Battalion in Belgium dated December 28. He notes two months in camp, fighting with the 1st division, dodging bullets, and hopes to be home soon. He mentions headlines showing his actions and shares pride and relief.
Mrs Ida Woolley daughter of Mrs Amanda Sayers of Chauncey died at her home near Amesville after a long illness. Funeral services were held from her late home and she was buried in McDougal cemetery. She leaves her mother and several brothers and sisters, with two sisters living in Chauncey.
Mrs. Nettie Hawk of Chauncey receives a letter from her nephew Marton Schoonoved detailing his France service. Dated January 4, the message says he is well and enjoying life, praises his barracks and meals, mentions Christmas guard duty by Corporal Merril La Farar, and notes limited cold but much rain while at sea and in Europe.
Mr and Mrs Mathew Kilpatrick entertained a small group at their High street home Tuesday evening. A musical program preceded a two course dinner. Ten attendees included visiting Mr Damon Watkins of Athens and Sergeant George Spitzer recently returned from overseas service.
Camp Fire Girls met Monday evening under guardian Miss Anna A. Wilson. The session was engaging and closed with a picnic supper contributed by each girl.
A Chauncey resident receives a letter from Joe Marquis a former local boy serving abroad with Rainbow division in Germany He writes happy new year and asks about Chauncey praising the country noting rain no snow and promising to describe a forthcoming march to Germany and comparing comrades to Sherman and his gang in a lighthearted tone
Church of Christ invites all to join 9 30 a m Sunday school with about 200 expected. Ed M Daugherty leads the men’s class as newly elected president. Young People’s Society to Millfield for rally and Christian Endeavor birthday celebration. Woman’s Missionary Society met at Mrs Harvey Nye’s home Friday. Florence Pendergrass’ Lovynginia class elected new officers led by Miss Law president and Ruth Fiske secretary treasurer.
Law for the election of officers results in President Mrs Neal Hesse Vice president Mrs Pendergrass Secretary Mrs Leona Six Treasurer Mrs Blanche Gardner. Mrs Six has served as secretary for ten years. The public is invited to all church services. Globe Theatre proprietor T R Hamilton visited Cincinnati this week. Mrs Mabel Smith and children are in Columbus visiting Mr and Mrs Harry Smart. Mrs Smith recently lost her husband in a mine accident in Illinois and has returned home.
Mr and Mrs Fred Love are visiting the latter's parents near Murray City. The brief item notes a family visit in the local community.
The regular weekly gathering of Saints church Sunday school teachers occurred Friday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs William Katsenbach.
Mrs. Ben Fielder and her children are sick with influenza, prompting household concerns. No other details provided.
Through the efforts of Frank Cline and John Sweazey a substantial fund was collected and more than a wagon load of clothing and edibles were delivered to a destitute family in the community this week who are ill with the flu.
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Perry visit relatives in Columbus. Mrs. Carl Shaffer and children from Nelsonville visit her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson.
Athens two local phone companies may unite if the state utilities commission approves the plan. Home Telephone Co executive C. L. Jones said decisions hinge on the commission, with a probable move of Bell lines to the Home office if the merger goes through. A new six month directory is being distributed, promising subscriber safeguards and quick adjustment to any wiring changes.
On Sunday February 2 the lesson covers Human Need and Divine Providence with the General Lesson The Giving of the Manna from Exodus 16 1 36 Epworth League topics The Youngest Democracy China John 836 Acts 176 Christian Endeavor Topic The Best Things in Christian Endeavor I 2 11 14 3 8 Christian Endeavor
The notice lists 9:00 A M Sunday School 10:15 Morning Worship and Communion 6:00 Epworth program 7:00 Evening Service with the pastor inviting all to attend.
The Manonic Temple hosts Sunday services at 10:45 A M with the subject Love and a Golden Text I John 4 11 Beloved if God so loved us we ought also to love one another Sunday school gathers at 9 30 A M A far octamer testimonial meeting is set for 7 30 P M You are cordially invited to attend.
Sunday school at nine with Raymond M Slutz as superintendent. Morning worship at ten thirty featuring The Challenge of the Cross. Epworth League at two thirty PM on The Youngest Democracy China with new chemere class. Evening service at seven includes a Church Efficiency Program with brief department comments. All welcome.
Rev Dr Tetwiler speaks on "Three Facts about Redemption" at the university invited service. Students and public may learn about service in Japan as Sabbath School begins a four week study on missions. A attendance contest starts tomorrow between men, boys and girls of the school.
Sunday school at 9:00 A M with sermon by Pastor B F Timmons at 10:00 A M. Evening praise at 6:30 P M. Thursday prayer meeting at 6:30 P M all interested urged to attend for officer selection on Sunday Lord's Day morning.
The Church of God at Chauncey opens revival meetings Sunday evening February 2 with local workers assisted by D. T. Koch of Ravenna.
The company notes its Battery Department handles Mr. Gilham and is a major asset. It sells and repairs GOULD PRESTO and EXIDE batteries, with EXIDE repairs rarely needed, under the slogan The Best Battery Built.
A cordial welcome is extended to all in Ohio as officials invite visitors and residents to enjoy local events and community hospitality during upcoming gatherings.
Morning worship at 10 15 an and evening service at 7 00 P M feature a Christian Endeavor program led by M J H Burt and Col B 147 with speakers Mr Cole and L C Ransdall A Union rally and Liberty Sing events run Feb 3 4 6 with a note Endeavor hours to be observed and a decision service on Lord's Day Feb 7
A letter to Fred Leake of Glouster from John Leake describes a pass leave and assignment to a hospital kitchen. He explains leaving the hospital to work in the kitchen with seven others in the casual company and notes the duration is uncertain.
The writer describes rides across France over eight months, hospital stay during armistice, predicted return by spring, and fear of not rejoining his company. He recalls Paris raids, anti aircraft guns, and the Bertha gun, mentions Chateau Thierry Toul Verdun, and notes life at the K of C hall and Y M C A with movies tonight.
The industrious farmer near Frost was seen building a protective fence around his truck patch. When congratulated, Barrows replied this area is a snake den and I am throwing it out into the pasture.
Uruguay hosts two hills rich in manganese ore with an estimated 806,006,000 tons available by open-cut mining.
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