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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1926

Page

3

Change in ticket policy for Nelsonville Saturday program

Principal C. L. Horton announces a revised plan for the Saturday night program at Nelsonville auditorium. Season athletic ticket holders pay an extra 25 cents for the full evening or can attend the Pomeroy-Nelsonville basketball game at 9 o clock. Lyceum ticket holders face the same extra 25 cent charge for the full program, with no charge if they leave before the boys game. Seats go on reservation at 9 am Friday. the fee is collected at reservation.

Nelsonville C. L. Horton Hor 2 Pomeroy-Nelsonville

Kiwanis Club Meets in Nelsonville With Notable Attendance

The Kiwanis session in Nelsonville drew the largest crowd of the year and featured readings by Dr. Thomas G. Beem. Jack Raybould performed two vocal selections while Dr. Margaret Beem served as guest.

Kiwanis Club Nelsonville Thomas G. Beem Jack Raybould Margaret Beem

Notable visitors greet Nelsonville residents

In Nelsonville on Tuesday February 4, the Rev. George L. Ashton of Columbus, Mr. Edward McKinney of Wauke gan Illinois, and the Rev and Mrs O J Howearth with their son Leslie were entertained by Mr and Mrs Sam Gil ham.

Nelsonville George L. Ashton Columbus Edward McKinney Waukegan O. J. Howearth Leslie Sam Gilham

Health fund organized after Red Cross seal sale

Nelsonville leaders finalize a health fund plan after a successful Red Cross health seal sale. The expenditure committee includes four PTA presidents and the city council president, Superintendent Crawford, with Mrs. Albert referenced among participants.

Nelsonville City Parent-Teachers Council Crawford Red Cross Health Albert

Barber Chosen Treasurer of P T Health Fund Proceeds

Barber was selected as treasurer of the proceeds which will hereafter be known as the Parent Teacher health fund.

Barber Parent Teacher Health Fund

Merces Keeton Birthday Party Observed in Nelsonville

Mrs. William Keeton with Mrs. Chester Reeves hosted a tenth birthday party for Merces Keeton on February 2 from 3 30 to 5 30 pm. Children played games then enjoyed a pink and white luncheon with a central birthday cake. Favors included valentines and gifts for the guest of honor and attending children with many presents noted.

Nelsonville William Keeton Chester Reeves Mercedes Valentines Pauline Hall Mable Newton Marjorie Mathewson Esther Kathleen McMarrow Frances Ruth Hoisington Lowell Henry Meredith Lehman Vivian Beagle Jack Figgins Jack Landis Charles McGiffin Ida McNamee Ida Lee Waugh Jennie Juniper Doris Frank Agnes Hartley Ethel Hayden Anna McLaughlin Juanita Brown Mary Ellen Chapman Ruby Koon Kathleen Ennis Frances Reeves Billy Mercedes Keeton

Nelsonville basketball team hosted by Johnsons

Nelsonville Feb 4. Mr and Mrs A B Johnson entertained the Nelsonville high school basketball team and coach at a 6 o clock chicken dinner at their West Franklin street home. Miss Louise Kennard and Miss Louise Johnson assisted with serving. Tables decorated in scarlet and gray. Covers for Coach Stoltz, Carl Campbell, Meade Whyte, Blake Mechem, Paul Hudson, Henry West, Wendell Howell, Jimmy Bowers, and Leo Voigt.

Nelsonville A. B. Johnson West Franklin Street Louise Kennard Louise Johnson Stoltz Carl Campbell Meade Whyte Blake Mechem Paul Hudson Henry West Wendell Howell Jimmy Bowers Leo Voigt

Local Notables Travel and Visitations Across Ohio

Mrs. Lottie Ailes returned Monday to her home in Cleveland. Mrs. Gay Aumiller accompanied her to Columbus. Rev. Geo. L. Ashton spent Wednesday in Columbus. Mrs. Charles Tedrow is visiting her son Will in Cleveland for several days.

Lottie Ailes Cleveland Gay Aumiller Columbus Geo. L. Ashton Charles Tedrow Will

Red Pepper Rub Promises Fast Cold and Pain Relief

An old remedy called Red Pepper Rub claims to break chest congestion and relieve colds overnight. The ad touts penetrating heat from red peppers and says it eases tightness sore muscles and joint stiffness within minutes with a Bowles Red Pepper Rub sold at drug stores.

Rowles

Past Chiefs of Lodge Honored by Pythian Sisters

Hubert Lancaster hosted a three course chicken dinner at 357 West Washington Street for the Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters on a Wednesday evening. Radio music accompanied the social hour and a stunt contest awarded Louise Pearce first prize and Grace Hall booby prize. Margaret Johnson was elected an honorary member. Attendees included Stella Davis Hellyer Coakley Fleck Hall Bateman Gibson Eddy Linton Pearce and Bertha Howard.

Nelsonville Hubert Lancaster Pythian Sisters West Washington Street Louise Pearce Grace Hall Margaret Johnson Stella Davis S. Hellyer Florence Coakley Bess Fleck Clara Bateman Emma Gibson Myrtle Eddy Sadie Linton Bertha Howard

Special Lodge Meeting in Nelsonville Feb 4

A special meeting of Philodorian lodge No. 157 F and A M will be held at the Masonic temple Friday evening at 7 oclock. There will be work in the M M and B A degrees.

Nelsonville Philodorian Lodge Masonic Temple

Men to Practice at Presbyterian Church Choir Session

Men of the Presbyterian church will practice this evening at the church. This notice indicates a regular rehearsal for the men's choir with the next session to follow.

Nelsonville Presbyterian Church

Cascarets Laxative Promoted as Candy Like Relief

Promotion for Cascarets claims they ease head achy, dizzy, bilious feelings and constipation. One to two tablets gently stimulate the liver and bowels, leaving the head clear and skin rosy. Directions for all ages are on each box at drugstores.

West P. T. A. Meeting Set At West Campus

West Parent-Teachers association will hold a meeting Friday at 3 o clock in the West building. A program has been prepared including Mrs E B Acomb presenting the fourth chapter of the study book. A good attendance is desired.

West P. T. A. Nelsonville West Parent-Teachers Association West Building E. B. Acomb

New Buick motor bus seen in Nelsonville tour

Nelsonville residents watched a Buick street car style motor bus pass through town on Tuesday bound for Athens. The bus, designed to carry twenty one passengers, will shuttle riders to and from the traction terminal in Athens.

Nelsonville Athens Buick

Dinner honors Lydia Johnson birthday in West region

Frank Johnson hosted a Wednesday six oclock dinner honoring his daughter Lydia. Attendees included Miss Lillian Young, Mrs. Frank Betts and daughter Jean, Mrs. Vaughn Cox, and Mrs. Sam Gilham.

Nelsonville Frank Johnson Lydia Lillian Young Frank Betts Jean Vaughn Cox Sam Gilham

Gaul Famous for Livestock

Chester, February 4. Jacob Gaul aged 65 died Monday night at his home from heart trouble. He was a wealthy Meigs County farmer who owned about 500 acres in a single farm and was renowned as a breeder of fine cattle and sheep with many premium ribbons at southern Ohio fairs.

Chester Jacob Gaul Meigs County Ohio

Old Bridge Over Shade River to be Replaced

Chester February 4 old covered bridge over Shade river built in 1864 will be taken down and replaced by a concrete structure. The landmark will soon disappear as work begins on the new bridge.

Chester Shade River

Salvation Army To Hold Three Evening Meetings

A series of three special services is planned by the Athens Salvation Army for the coming weekend beginning Friday evening. Each night features a different speaker and draws interest from the community. Services start at 7:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army hall in the City building with a cordial invitation extended to all.

Athens

Snow Storm Threatens Blizzard In Boston

A February snow storm loomed over Boston as officials warned of potential blizzard conditions. The weather service urged residents to stay indoors and prepare, with schools and transit agencies adjusting schedules accordingly.

Boston

Weathering Crisis Delays New England Shipping

A storm battered New England as ships hurried to ports and transport lines faced disruption. The Beacon Journal notes the scene with a sharp, hard-boiled tone reflecting the era.

Akrom Beacon-Journal

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