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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1923
Page
7
Rev. G B Courtney officiated at the Greens Run funeral of John W Hoisington an aged resident of Greens Run with large attendance. Burial followed at Taylor Ridge cemetery. He is survived by a wife and several children living near Greens Run.
Rev. Courtney conducted the funeral for David Grigsby at the Christian church with burial at Maplewood cemetery. Grigsby, 68, is survived by his wife, a son and two daughters. Newton Grigsby of this city is a brother of the deceased.
Rev Courtney will officiate Wednesday afternoon at Greens Run Christian church for the funeral of the eighteen month old child of Fred McCutcheon. The child died at the home of Mr and Mrs Harry Leake at Greens Run who have cared for the child since its mother died.
The notice recalls Mrs McCutcheon as a sister to Mrs Harry Leake, reflecting family ties mentioned in the obituary or memorial item from the era. Other details remain unread in the fragment but identify kinship within the obituary context.
Mr and Mrs Guy Brookins and Olive Brookins of Millfield traveled to Columbus Monday for the funeral of Dr A C Wolfe a former county resident. The service was at his late home with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery Columbus. Dr Wolfe was a cousin of Mrs Milton Brookins of Millfield.
Phillipine lodge K of P members will attend the Methodist Episcopal church services this evening conducted by Rev. W. V. Harter.
Miss Hazel Conrad of Sugar Creek was the guest Sunday of Miss Orpha Sweazy in this city, sharing a social visit and conversation.
Mrs Warren B Koons and her children from this city were weekend guests of Mrs Minnie Koons in Columbus. The gathering showcased local ties and family hospitality during a short visit.
Mr and Mrs Garfield Grimes and daughter Ella entertained at their home Sunday with Rev and Mrs W V Harter and family Victoria Oakley and Florence Lowery of this city Mr and Mrs Nonroe Carr of Athens Elgan Miller and Allen Riley Jr of Nelsonville and Cora Walter and Henry Penrod of Amesville.
Mrs Henry Osborne traveled to Athens this morning to stay with her daughter Mrs Harry Noble who is seriously ill with tonsillitis and receiving care.
John Wilson Hoisington born August 4 1855 in Canaan township Athens county died February 2 1923 at age 68. He married Louisa Matilda Greene January 28 1879 and they had 11 children with three daughters and one son predeceasing him. He leaves a wife three sons four daughters 10 grandchildren one sister and one brother. Suffering five years from paralysis he united with Garratsh Greens Run Church in March 1918. He was a loving husband father christian and friend and is mourned by many as he rests in faith awaiting the Golden Shore.
The family thanks neighbors and friends for acts of kindness during the illness and death of their husband and father. Special thanks to Rev Courtney of Chauncey for the funeral address, donors of floral offerings, singers, and Undertaker L R Andrews, Mrs Matilda Hoisington and children.
R L Goode of Dayton Ohio endorses Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for stomach ailments and general health. He praises the product over doctors with high fees and urges readers to visit a drug store or write the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo N Y for free medical advice.
A fire in South Bend Indiana killed an unidentified man and destroyed 30 electric cars. The blaze left the barns of the Chicago South Bend and Northern Indiana railway ruined and rescuers fear more bodies may be found amid the debris.
Medicated air offers relief from catarrh with breathing therapy. Mc Kee Drug Co. guarantees money back if not satisfied. This classified style notice promotes a home air treatment line and retailer.
Grover Cleveland Bargdell, a Philadelphia draft dodger, will not receive any portion of a $10,000 estate restitution under the bill restoring estates seized by the government during the war.
St Paul February 6 Two police men were killed instantly and two more injured as their touring car sped to a holdup scene. The car skidded on ice, struck a two story brick building, knocked a heavy steel girder free and was buried beneath bricks and mortar as the structure collapsed.
Wheeling, West Virginia, February 6. A bride and groom of two weeks, Allan Rose and wife, were found dead in their bed by Walter Pibert after they failed to appear at home since Sunday. Coroner Flobbs ruled death the result of inhaling monoxide gas from a gas stove left burning with windows closed.
Oklahoma congressman Manuel Herrick reveals he plans a new life after his breakup with Washington woman Nettie Morrison of Idaho. Morrison declines marriage despite Herrick’s charm and wealth, saying she seeks more than riches or status. Herrick had seen her for months and used a detective to identify a rural suitor.
Los Angeles police and Justice Department agents renewed their year old William Desmond Taylor murder inquiry. A northern informant network provided leads including a former narcotics peddler and a possible associate seen at the suspect’s home. A prominent actress and a film star are linked to the case, and a lady’s handkerchief found in Taylor’s apartment may influence new phases of the investigation.
An article urges readers to avoid overheated rooms and wet clothing, cover mouth and nose around others, and seek prompt relief from colds. It promotes Bulgarian Herb Tea as a key remedy and advises consulting a druggist for a box to guard against influenza and pneumonia risk.
A vintage ad touts Enarco Japanese Oil as faster relief for back, shoulder, muscle, and bone aches than liniment. Sold at Cline Pharmacy Co and other druggists with a money back guarantee.
Mary T Bardons testified in court that George W Bardons, a wealthy manufacturer, wooed her gracefully and won her from old maid status. She said he was a nice old man and not an alcoholic as claimed in the alimony suit.
Todays new incorporations include Southern Ohio Power Company based in Athens with capital of 1000 dollars. Directors listed are M. M. Morrow and D. A. Evans.
Funeral services were held at Cross Roads church for Arthur C. Gibson who died Friday at his son’s home near Albany. He served in the Civil War and belonged to the 113th Ohio Infantry. Survived by a daughter Mrs. Alverda Adams and two sons M. W. Gibson and W. B. Gibson and a brother James Gibson. Attendees from a distance included Mrs. Myrtle Gibson and Mrs. Aura Bolen, D. C. Gibson, James Dean, Mrs. Alverda Adams, and Frank Gibson.
The Buckeye State Building and Loan at 22 West Gay Street Columbus appeals to cautious buyers with a promise of safety and peace of mind. It touts resources surpassing £23,500,000 and offers mail-order service for all business.
TORONTO Ont Feb 6 Dr Bernard Fernow former chief of the United States forestry department and former dean of forestry at the University of Toronto died today at age 47 His death marks the loss of a noted figure in North American forestry circles.
Detroit, Mich. The incoming mayor will find a $3,000 unclaimed general fund item. Mayor Lodge declined salary payments for serving as mayor, continuing to collect smaller council and acting mayor salaries. Lodge took over Senator Couzen's seat after his resignation to join Truman Newberry in the Senate. A special election must be called within six months per the city charter.
In Gettysburg on February 6 a local court ruled that Catherine OHannigan must obtain the consent of her intended husband before marriage. The 19 year old, whose parents are deceased, recently became engaged to Harry O Melhone, and under state law a minor must have a guardian’s consent to wed.
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