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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1929

Page

2

Four Die In Ohio Auto Accidents Over Weekend

Traffic accidents claimed four lives in Ohio over the weekend. In Akron two men died, rubber worker Charles S. Jakeway, 56, was struck by a car, and O. G. Winter, 38, died when his vehicle collided with an interurban. Charles Bridgen, a crossing watchman at Lucas in Richland County, was killed when struck by another vehicle.

Columbus U.P Ohio Akron Charles S. Jakeway O. G. Winter Charles Bridgen Lucas Richland County

Try Cystex 48 Hour Test for Urinary Ailments

If you suffer from bladder weakness sleepless nights burning or itching sensations backache leg or groin pains try the Cystex 48 Hour Test. The World's largest drug stores recommend it with almost a million packages sold showing remarkable results. No narcotics or habit forming drugs. Only 60 cents if not fully satisfactory, money back on request.

Trains and Auto Collision Claims Life of Seegart in Cleveland

Edward Seegart, 21, was struck and killed by an automobile while flagging motor traffic near a railway in Cleveland. The incident underscores dangers at crossing and station areas.

Edward Seegart Cleveland

Miss Mary S Nelson Dies at Ocean Grove New Jersey

Miss Mary S Nelson former Middleport resident dies at home in Ocean Grove New Jersey after living with relatives in Brooklyn and at the sea level residence on physician advice. She was aunt to Mrs. V D Beery and sister to Dr W S Nelson and Mrs W K Eddy both missionaries in Syria.

Mary Nelson Ocean Grove N. J V. D. Beery Beerys Mr. Beery Middleport Presbyterian Church Middleport Brooklyn N. Y W. 8. Nelson W. K. Eddy Syria

Judge Carleton Attends Ohio Newspaper Sessions in Columbus

Judge J E Carleton of the Democrat and Mr and Mrs Oliver Hartley attended the Ohio Newspaper Association and Buckeye Press Association meetings in Columbus. Carleton spoke on the need to keep a newspaper plant insured citing his experience with a fire at his Syracuse Democrat office. Hartley was elected district vice president of the association after retiring from the daily paper field.

Pomeroy J. E. Carleton The Democrat Oliver Hartley Ohio Newspaper Association Buckeye Press Association Columbus Judge Carleton Syracuse

Narrow escape near Powell's as car overturns

Frank Leifheit narrowly escaped serious injury Friday evening when his vehicle, heading toward Hobson, left the road and struck a steep bank near Powell's below town. The car rolled onto its wheels, sustaining only minor damage and Leifheit suffered minor cuts and bruises.

Middleport Frank Leifheit Hobson Powell's Leifhelt

Gas Plant Explosion Harms Two Men in Stewart

A spark ignited leaking gas in the compressing room at the Stewart Gas Compressor Plant blowing out the middle roof section. Peter Frisby and Clarence Frost suffered severe facial and head burns while engines and a records desk were damaged. Roof and end wall were damaged and temporary coverings placed awaiting repairs. No loss estimate yet.

Stewart Peter Frisby Clarence Frost Frost Frisby Freet

Walter Enyon 36 Dies After Illness in Pomeroy

Walter Enyon 36 a longtime T H Davis Company store executive died Saturday night at his Second Street residence after influenza complications. He came from Syracuse and is survived by his wife Miss Knopp of Harrisonville, a mother, sisters, a young daughter, and other relatives. Funeral plans were to be announced with services likely Tuesday.

Pomeroy Walter Enyon T. H. Davis Company Second Street Enyon Syracuse Miss Knopp Har

Funeral for Edith Russell Held in Middleport

Funeral services for Edith Russell 26 were held in Middleport with burial at Rutland Cemetery. She died at her sister Mrs Rex Peters home in Charleston. The Rawlings ambulance transported the body from Charleston to Middleport. Russell, a former Rutland resident, was the daughter of Robert Russell.

Middleport Edith Russell Addison Rutland Miss Russell Rex Peters Charleston Rawlings Robert Russell

Park Street School Teachers Visit Parkersburg

In Parkersburg on Friday February 4 teachers from Park Street School led by M A White Mrs Frankie Gaylord Mrs H E Bush and daughter Kathleen and Miss Sadie Cross visited the Parkersburg schools to observe and learn.

Parkersburg Middleport Park Street M. A. White Frankie Gaylord H. E. Bush Kathleen Sadie Cross

Mrs Lydia E. Christian Dies in Marion at 78

Mrs Lydia E. Christian mother of George B. Christian Jr. and a longtime Marion resident died at her home after a long illness. She was 78 years old.

Marion Lydia E. Christian George B. Christian Jr Warren G. Harding

McPherson Opens Western Canada Revival in Vancouver

Evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson of Angelus Temple arrived in Vancouver from Los Angeles and opened a four square gospel revival, after slipping into the city by automobile.

Vancouver B. C UPR Aimee Semple McPherson Angelus Temple Canada Los Angeles

Father John's Medicine Promoted for Hospitals and Institutions

The ad touts Father John's Medicine as used in 184 hospitals and institutions for all ages. It claims to build bone and tissue, resist disease germs, be drug and alcohol free, and to soothe irritated breathing passages.

Father John

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets for bad breath relief

Advertises Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a pleasant remedy for bad breath and purifies the system. Claims gentle bowel and liver action without calomel side effects and promises no griping or pain. Listed price 30 cents for the set of two formulas.

One Spoonful Pepsin Syrup Promises Digestive Boost

An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a simple remedy to improve appetite digestion and elimination in ten days. It claims the syrup aids stomach liver and bowels without dieting and cites historical use since 1875 with modern availability from druggists.

Parkersburg trip highlights local health and social notes

Mr and Mrs Dave Mills and Paul Johnson traveled to Parkersburg where Mrs Mills sought a medical specialist due to months of declining health. Mrs Charles Mayes said her husband, recently treated for blood poisoning in his hand at Holzer Hospital, has returned home. Other items mention visits, dances by the Knights of Pythias, and local residents visiting relatives in Columbus and Nelsonville.

Middleport Dave Mills Paul Johnson Parkersburg Marion Rife Logan W. Va Knights of Pythias Lod S&s. J. Hamer Wilkinsburg B. R. Tompkins South Fifth Avenue Howard McElhinny Charleston Dana Lambert Ruth Humphrey Nelsonville Marion Morris Ohio University R. B. Laughead Pomeroy Alfred Elberfeld Mrs. Elberfeld New York

Public interest swirls around California probe into $2,500 Angelus Temple check

Newspaper reporters pressed the red-haired evangelist for details of the California legislative investigation into a $2,500 check paid to Angelus Temple after the mysterious kidnapping of Mrs. McPherson.

California Carlos Hardy Angelus Temple

Snails Dig In For Winter Deep In Ground Shelter

Snails dig into the soil during winter and become torpid, sealing the shell openings to endure cold conditions.

Miss Josie Bryson Weds Frank Isaacs in Akron

Miss Josie Bryson, a 1926 Pomeroy High School graduate and reliable point scorer in interclass meets, married Frank Isaacs of Rushville Indiana at Akron. They plan to live in Akron after a honeymoon trip to Niagara Falls and other eastern points.

Pomeroy Josie Bryson Pomeroy High School Frank Isaacs Rushville Ind Akron Niagara Walls

Eczema Vanishes With Safe Zemo Treatment

Eczema and itching rash vanish when Zemo is applied. In 20 years it has seldom failed to bring relief even in stubborn cases. This antiseptic liquid clears the skin and removes dandruff. Results will delight you. Odorless and invisible. All druggists 35c 60c 1.00.

Edmundson Reports County Funds For Month In Athens

County Auditor J. Clyde Edmundson releases January financials showing a treasury balance of 44 688 86 dollars. January receipts totaled 37 818 02 with total disbursements 46 520 56. End of month balances list multiple funds and districts including road repairs and motor vehicle licenses.

Treasury Athens County J. Clyde Edmundson I. C.H

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