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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1920

Page

2

Ohio state official denounces teacher strikes

Columbus Feb. 11 F B Pearson state superintendent of public instruction condemns teachers who strike for higher wages when boards lack funds. He says such actions disqualify teachers and hopes Mingo Junction staff will return to work as Cleveland and Cincinnati communities face salary disputes. Teachers demand $10 to $15 monthly raises.

Columbus F. B. Pearson Superintendent of Public Instruction Boards of Education Pearson Frank Linton Mingo Junction Jefferson County Cleveland Cincinnati Ohio Chicago

Diamond Dyes Promises Rich Fadeless Color for Fabrics

An advertisement assures Diamond Dyes provides a guaranteed rich fadeless color for wool, silk, linen, cotton and mixes. It claims the Directions Book explains diamond dyeing clearly and guarantees success on any color.

Cheek Dancing Flayed Today by Inspector Scatterday

Columbus Ohio February 11 Mrs Evelyn R Scatterday municipal dance hall inspector said she would not retract criticizing Ohio State students dancing at the University 8 Mask Ball. Resolutions demanding action were passed by the university men's student until last night. She said cheek to cheek dancing must stop and blamed students or their guests for impropriety after an inspection of the Neil House where the floor is used largely by students.

Columbus Evelyn R. Scatterday Ohio State University Scatterday

Plant Idle After Shafting Accident

Journal of the upright shafting overheated causing oil and water to pour on it and generate gas. The Ath-Sundey Plant has been idle since the incident and February 8, 1900 is noted as the date.

Ath- Sundey Oe

Explosion at railroad crossing injures none

B F Hamilton inspected the machinery when the explosion happened but he was not hurt. Notices warn pedestrians to stay off B and O W and Hocking Valley tracks between the depots in the city. Police man Woodruff urged the notices. In six months two Athenians have died between the two tracks.

B. F. Hamilton Hocking Valley Woodruff

Buckeye State Building & Loan Ad Promotes Safe 5 Percent

Speculators fail while savers win says ad from The Buckeye State Building & Loan Co at 22 West Gay Street Columbus Ohio. It touts conservative investments, safety of principal, and a 5 percent rate with assets over 19.7 million dollars. It invites readers to request a booklet titled Money.

Buckeye State Building & Loan Co West Gay St Columbus

Toledo Grain Market Prices Report

Toledo market report lists cash and futures for cereals and seeds. Corn No 3 yellow at 1.51 per bushel and oats No 2 white around 0.884 to 0.894. Rye No 2 at 1.52, barley No 2 cash 1.34, Alsike and clover seed values, timothy prices for old and new cash contracts through spring.

Toledo Timothy

Captain Lon H. Myrick Visits Cousin Near Grand Junction

Captain Lon H. Myrick of Colorado spent the latter part of the week visiting his cousin D. H. Moore at a splendid ranch not far from Grand Junction, where he is said to be enjoying bachelor life.

Lon H. Myrick Colorado D. H. Moore Grand Junction

Mickey at the Opera House Glouster February 13 14

Mayor Wallace issues a ten day closing order to curb a flu epidemic threat. Public gatherings including schools churches theaters and halls banned. Marshal Hooks to enforce the measure with physicians approving the action.

Mickey The Opera House Wallace Marshal Hooks

City to Strictly Enforce Speed and Muffler Ordinances

The city will strictly enforce speeding and muffler cut out bans after Saturday night. Several drivers ignore speed limits and may face police court for violators. Some owners blame mufflers for open cuts and are urged to fix them by Saturday night.

No Trespassing Signs Aimed at Depot Embankment

City will enforce the no trespassing signs along the embankment near the depot. Marshal Hooks to monitor the bankment while trespassers face police court action. Railroad company has threatened fence removal as pedestrians use the area as a shortcut. Local authorities expect fines will curb the habit.

Marshal Hooks

Disappointed Fans as Theatres Face Closing Order

Movie fans learn of a closing order that bars public gatherings. In Old Kentucky was slated for Ambrose theatre tonight and tomorrow, while Mickey graced the opera house for Thursday and Friday nights.

Old Kentucky Ambrose Theatre Mickey Opera House

Mrs Gatchel Taken To Columbus Hospital For Appendicitis

Mrs. Clarence Gatchel was taken to a Columbus hospital yesterday to undergo an appendicitis operation. She was accompanied by her husband and Dr. Gibson.

Clarence Gatchel Columbus Gibson

Appointment of Harry Wakefield Jr as Administrator With Will Annexed

Harry Wakefield Jr. appointed and qualified as administrator with the will annexed of the estate of Harry Wakefield, late of Athens county, Ohio, deceased. Dated February 8, 1920. H. T. Phillips, Probate Judge.

Harry Wakefield Jr Harry Wakefield Athens County Ohio H. T. Phillips Said County

Louise Jagan Appointed Administrator of Anna Walsh Estate

Louise Jagan has been appointed and qualified as administratrix of the estate of Anna A. Walsh late of Athens county Ohio deceased. This 13th day of January 1927. Phillips Probate Judge of Said County. 1-14-80tw.

Louise Jagan Anna A. Walsh Athens County Ohio Phillips Said County

Duffee's Cough Syrup Boasts 35 Years of Ohio Use

February brings flu and pneumonia risk and Duffee's Cough Syrup with Duffee's Fifty-Fifty Tonic Laxative is advertised as a long standing remedy. The ad claims early doses ease cold symptoms, soothe inflamed membranes, restore nasal and throat function, and boost strength. Available in 25c and 50c bottles from grocers or druggists.

Duffee Ohio

Excellent Lecture by Rev MacGowan on Labor and Government

Rev MacGowan of Pittsburg substituted for Dr Gordon and spoke last night in Ewing Hall on the labor situation and its relations with the federal government. He predicted higher wages for workers, lower profits for manufacturers, and improvements in slum conditions as the nation continues its political system. He contrasted American governance with kingly rule and noted the flag’s meaning to those serving overseas.

MacGowan Pittsburg Gordon Ewing Hall Scotland America Washington

Athens County Sealed Bids Sought for Primary Ballots

The board of deputy state supervisors of election of Athens county invites sealed bids for printing ballots for the presidential primary. Bids due by 10 o'clock Friday February 27 1920 at the Athens office per plans on file with the clerk. The board may reject any or all bids. Fred R Bougher Clerk and Chief Deputy.

Athens County Athens Ohio Hio

Divorce Petition Filed Against Hazel M DeLong Athens Ohio Case 11915

Ernest DeLong has filed for divorce against Hazel M DeLong of Vanier Kentucky in Athens County Ohio Court of Common Pleas case 11915. The hearing is set for on and after March 27 1990. Foster Wells attorneys for plaintiff.

Hazel M. DeLong Vanier Kentucky Ernest DeLong Court of Common Pleas Athens County Ohio

Probate Notices From Athens County Court

Probate court of Athens county Ohio reports accounts filed and suspended for publication with exceptions until March 3 1920. Executors guardians and administrators listed include Brill Weatherby Boden Graham Beasley Lowther Bishop Anderson Foley Wines Fought Campbell Green Moore Davis Collins Luma Mercer Walker Bond and others with final or first and second accounts filed January to February 1920. Probate Judge L. Phillips presiding.

Athens County Ohio Elmer L. Brill Dorothy G. Brill Charles M. Weatherby Mary J. Boblitt James H. Boden Pauline Prt Jacob Graham Harry Graham Austin D. Beasley John J. Beasley Frank Lowther Robert P. Lowther Charles Bishop N. S. Gardner Mary Anderson Alexander Anderson Agnes K. Foley Guardia Joseph B. Foley Teretts N. S. Wines Guardian O of Wines Floyd Fought Samuel V. Knowton Sila M. Campbell Gun Campbell Co. W. Green N. BE. Dean Clara Moore Coon Mary BE. Moore Jane Brown Davis Alice Brown Woodyard A. R. Ile Anuar L. Collins Mildred Collins A. A.luma Allen Mercer A. K. Walker Margaret Gallagher P. B. Arnold Frank Bond PH Lips

Cincinnati Cattle Market Receipts and Prices Limited

Cattle receipts 700 with a slow steady market. Shippers at 11.00 to 12.50. Calves steady with extra 19.00 to 19.50. Hog receipts 4,200 and steady. Good to choice packers and butchers 15.50 to 15.76. Sheep 100 and steady for good to choice 9.50 to 10.50. Lambs steady for good to choice 19.50 to 20.00.

Cincinnati

Chicago Produce Prices Report

Butter Creamery 68c and 57c for standards firsts 54c 57c seconds 50c 52c. Eggs ordinaries 42c 48c and firsts 50c. Cheese Twins 29 14c 80c Young American 31 14c 32c. Live poultry 34c.

Chicago

Hog and Cattle Market Report from Union Stock Yards Ill

Hogs receipts 13 000 with gains 25 to 30 cents. Bulk 14.60 to 15.50. butchers 14.40 to 15.60. packing 13.00 to 14.26. light 14.75 to 15.60. pigs 13.76 to 15.00. roughs 13.00 to 13.50. Cattle receipts 7 500 with steady market. Reeves 12.00 to 17.00. butcher stock 6.50 to 12.50. canners and cutters 5.25 to 6.50. stockers and feeders 6.75 to 11.75. cows 6.50 to 11.25. calves 16.25 to 17.70. Sheep receipts 6 000 with market 25 cents higher. Wool lambs 15.25 to 21.65. ewes 6.50 to 14.25.

Union Ill

Pittsburgh Live Stock Market Report

Cattle receipts light and market steady with prime and choice cattle ranging from 13.00 to 14.50 and veal calves at 20.00 to 21.00. Sheep and lambs show light receipts and steady market with prime wethers 14.00 to 15.00 and hogs steady with prime heavy at 16.50.

Pittsburgh

River Stage Readings Across Ohio and Nearby Towns Rise

Water levels show rising stages at Point Bridge 6.4 feet Herr's Island 6.5 feet Davis Island 8.7 feet Beaver Dam 7.9 feet Parkersburg 9.1 feet Point Pleasant 10.5 feet as flood fears grow along the Ohio River corridor.

Ohio River Point Bridge Herr’s Island Davis Island Beaver Dam Parkersburg Point Pleasant

Edison Thoroly Alive on 73rd Birthday Today

Edison Throlly is 73 today in Orange New Jersey. He worked in his lab briefly then attended a luncheon at the Edison plant hosted by Edison pioneers. That night he and his wife will join a celebration at the Orange armory as flags and decorations mark his wartime service and achievements.

Edison Thoroly Orange N. J Thomas Edison Edison Edison Pioneers Thomas A. Edison Association Orange Armory

Deaths-Funerals John C Hunter

John C. Hunter died at his parents home Mr and Mrs Charles Hunter 80 Mill Street last week services pending final arrangements with local church and cemetery plans announced by family

John Hunter John C. Hunter Charles Hunter Mill Street

Death notices detail family losses and funeral plans

Evening at seven, heart trouble ends a 45 year life. Survived by wife and son Douglas in Sanford Florida, parents, a brother Fred of Portsmouth, and a sister Mrs Johns ton Calhoun of Pittsburg. Funeral Thursday at 3 PM from 80 Mill Street, interment at West Union Street Cemetery.

Douglas Sanford Fla Fred Portsmouth Johnston Calhoun Pittsburg Mill Street West Union Street

Mrs Cecil Davidson Dies At 20 In City Home

Mrs Cecil Davidson age 20 died yesterday at her home 14 East Union street. Funeral services will be at Mission church with burial in West Union street cemetery. She leaves a husband a two year old son and her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Sharp of 14 East Union street.

Cecil Davidson East Union Street Mission Church West Union Street Charles Sharp

Death notice for Daniel Woolley at 55

Daniel Woolley died yesterday from complications of diseases at age 55. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 11 o clock at Clarks Chapel conducted by Rev W D Robinson. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. He is survived by his mother Mrs Elizabeth Morris Trimble two sisters Mrs Thomas Robinson Athens Mrs Harmond Easler near Trimble and one brother Emery Woolley Athens.

Daniel Woolley Clarks Chapel W. D. Robinson Elizabeth Morris Trimble Thomas Robinson Athens Harmond Easler Near Trimble Emery Woolley

Death Claims Six Months Old Robert Schuler

Robert Scott Schuler six months old of Amesville died after a illness with influenza. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Ernest Schuler of Amesville. Funeral arrangements were noted.

Robert Scott Shuler Amesville, O Robert Scott Ernest Schuler

Community Notes From Coe County

Mrs Orpha Gibson is very ill at her son Winnie Gibson s home. Mr Zern Bolin and Jess Reeves were visitors last Saturday. Everet Carbaugh and wife spent Sunday in Albany. Miss Cheadle who cared for the sick at Five Points has returned home. Mrs Emma Haning is slowly improving after a siege of flu. Ernest Lynch of Hampshire has been visiting his sister Mrs John Cheadle the past week.

Orpha Gibson Winnie Gibson Zern Bolin Jess Reeves Everet Carbaugh Albany Miss Cheadle Five Points Emma Haning Ernest Lynch Hampshire John Cheadle

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Inspector Amce New York Liberty Vincent Oe Cane Glouster News Brooks & Fierce Mpgowan Fred R. Bougher BaAars Foster & Wells Attys Mrs. Davidson Coeville L A. Baughman West State Street Athenens Hurghinson & Stickney Steve Whare United States Cleveland Si Bell Auto Sales Co Nelsonville, O Cleveland Automobile Company Cleveland, Ohio
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