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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1920
Page
3
Ad extols Bayer Tablets of Aspirin as genuine prescription relief for colds headaches neuralgia ear ache toothache rheumatism sciatica lumbago neuritis and general pains. It notes the Bayer Cross on each package and mentions 12 tablets in a tin box at low cost with various package sizes.
Miss Frances Anderson, renowned player, will perform fancy trick shots and play an exhibition match against a local challenger tonight at the Arcade Billiard Hall at 7 30. public invited.
Mrs. Matt Maze travels to Cleveland on account of her daughter Miss Susie’s illness. Mrs. B. Edington visits Ott Mrs. Sam Hanley in Columbus. Edna Mechem visits relatives in Columbus. Mrs. A. L. Walker returns to her home in Columbus after visiting her father Mr. Berd Threiss. Attorney Emmett Keenan of Athens transacted business here Thursday.
Big games announced at the Y M C A feature the Athens O N G basketball team clashing with the YMCA squad in a marquee matchup. Local business interests expect strong crowds and spirited competition.
The State Boys' Secretary under the state board of health announces a statewide Keeping Fit campaign. High schools, shops, and factories will receive lectures and literature, with lodges or locals able to host the illustrated talk. A Father and Son banquet is planned by the Y and Scouts. February 16 to 22 marks School Interest week with cooperation from the American Legion Scouts and YMCA.
A Feb 16 to 20 schedule marks School Interest Week in Nelsonville with daily activities to prompt interest in local schools. Afterward the American Legion meets at Stuart's Opera House on Sunday evening Feb 22 to distribute honorary testimonials from the French government.
Interesting results from a spelling test in Nelsonville schools list the hundred demons words given to eighth grade and high school students. These words, meant for lower grades, are commonly mis spelled and used as a standard challenge for advanced students.
Advertised letters for February 2 1920 include Coakley Elmer Cordell Osce Dantho Laffatte Emerick Herbert Howard Mrs Zona Kimble Florence Linn Miss Katharyne Lowery Mrs Jane Payne Mrs James Reynolds Miss Lucile Shivers Anna Smith Mrs Emma Stoute Allen Webb Mrs Harry with no additional details provided.
E. H. Shuey of Zanesville died Thursday from influenza. He is the father of Mrs. W. C. Poston of this city, and with his wife had visited here often, making many friends who were shocked by the news. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Poston are in Zanesville.
Miss Clara Evans hosted a sewing party at her Fayette Street home Wednesday evening. Guests included Mesdames Fred Wilson, C. C. Cummins, and Misses Inez Juniper, Alice Juniper, and Alice Lama. A prettily appointed luncheon followed the gathering.
Mrs. Gay Rumiler of Columbus was the guest of honor at a Thursday evening luncheon hosted by Mrs. Lee McDowell. An elaborate 5 o'clock luncheon was served to a large number of guests and a social time followed to conclude the event.
The Christian church invites all to hear tonight's sermon on New Testament Conversion with Miss White singing He Will Not Let Me Fall. Attendance is strong and offerings are notably good. Additions are expected each night. come and join these meetings.
1 AM equipped with a tow truck and will be pleased to do your hauling and transfer business. Jesse Bryan. Cit, phone 1814 or Gadbury's, Bell 583. 2-5-3.
Philadorean Lodge holds a special communication Thursday at 7 o’clock with Master Mason degree work. Masons in good standing are asked to attend. Ed. C. Cooley, W. M. I. V. Kinney, Secy.
Dance event at K of P hall Friday night February 6 features Showalter's Jazz orchestra from 2 to 4. Tickets listed at 3 dollars for adults and 2 dollars for students.
The Dancing Owls Hall begins Saturday events starting February 7 with a strict entry policy. Ladies require invitations for admission while gentlemen may enter freely.
One of the best 5 room cottages in Nelsonville located at 481 Scott St connecting Fort St. Water gas and electricity are in house. Seller leaving town for details call Bell 670. 2-3-5.
Public notice stating author not responsible for debts contracted by wife. Person Arlie Dixon of Buchtel Ohio. Dated 2 3 3p.
House and lot offered for sale with urgency for immediate sale. Contact Bell Phone 1007 for details and possible price concessions.
Social event hosted by the Rebekahs in the Junior Order Hall on Tuesday evening February 10. Admission is 10 cents.
A dance held in the hall given by the Past Chiefs of the Pocahontas on Saturday evening February 7 with good music. Admission is 15 and 50 cents.
The article advises careful selection of cough medicine for children and endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as pleasant tasting safe, effective, and favored by many mothers based on long experience.
Mothers who value their own comfort and the welfare of their children should never be without a box of Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children used throughout the season. They break up colds relieve feverishness constipation teething disorders headache and stomach troubles. Used by mothers for over 30 years. THESE POWDERS GIVE SATISFACTION. All drug stores. Don't accept any substitute.
Tests in France on the Seine show water transparency changing with seasons, being higher in warm weather and lower in cold. The study notes month to month variation in visibility.
An advert alleges a miracle medicine named Dreco cures rheumatism neuralgia kidney and liver troubles and blood impurities. It features testimonials from James Oden C L Matlick and C E Barrow and promotes Dreco as a reconstruction tonic with claims of dramatic health restoration. The notice urges readers to consult Mr Stout, a Dreco expert at The Cline Pharmacy, to learn more.
Pupils from grades and high schools will take part in a national essay contest next week on The Benefit of an Enlistment in the Army. Secretary Baker will award medals in Washington at government expense. Local prizes add community interest. February 20 is the writing date. Sergeant Wendt will seek civic help. Superintendent Morgan urges teacher support.
Tonight at the Opera House in Glouster the final bout between Matsuda and Young Hammault will follow the battle royal and preliminaries. Both fighters show endurance, speed, and skill, with no clear edge. Doors open after the picture show at 8 45 P M and fans are urged to arrive early.
Benjamin Gitlow a New York tailor and former Socialist assemblyman was found guilty by a jury of criminal anarchy and faces a maximum ten year sentence. He was identified as a confessed Communist and business manager of the Revolutionary Age radical journal. sentencing set for February 11.
A sensational Cincinnati discovery, Freezone provides instant relief for corns and calluses. A tiny bottle costs only a few cents at drug stores and supposedly removes hard and soft corns, or those between the toes, without soreness or irritation.
Thieves broke into a basement liquor storage at Ora L. Bradley’s movie theatre in Toledo and stole about 5000 dollars in whiskey gin and wine early today. Local police investigated the break in and questioned nearby shopkeepers.
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