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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1926

Page

2

Nation's coal production shows 14 per cent increase this year

The federal Bureau of Mines reports week ended January 30 production at 12 602 000 net tons, about one percent above the prior week and roughly 14 percent higher than the same period last year. The 1925 leading states include Pennsylvania West Virginia Illinois Kentucky and Ohio with notable increases across the board.

Nelsonville Federal Bureau of Mines Bur‘eay Pennsylvania West Virfa Illinois Kentucky Ohio Kio West Virinia West Virginia

Kentucky’s Eastern Coal Region Yields 1925 Output

The article notes coal production in Kentucky’s eastern producing region. Total fiscal year 1925 output is estimated at 622,967,000 net tons.

Kentucky

Elks to Name Officers for Year in Nelsonville

Nelsonville Elks set Tuesday 6:30 PM session to nominate officers for the coming lodge year. Cir cle of Ruth of the Presbyterian church will serve a chicken dinner to members, with past exalted rulers expected to attend. Monday’s benefit dance at the Elks home raises funds for charity.

Nelsonville Order of Business Lodge of Elks

Athens Visitors Attend Nelsonville Evangelistic Meeting

A delegation from Athens attended the Christian church evangelistic services in Nelsonville. Mrs. Drake sang “It Pays to Serve Jesus” and Mr. McKinney with Miss Redempa Lines performed a duet. The message discussed Peter's Denial and a model conversion. Women’s meeting planned for Sunday at 2:30.

Nelsonville Athens Christian Church Drake Jesus McKinney

Praised Cinder Roads Improve Nelsonville Streets

Nelsonville residents commend the service and street departments led by Will Burnell and Ed Dewhurst. Cinders from municipal plants are used on back streets and Canal street has been neatly cindered. Officials consider buying a first class street truck as old tracks are replaced.

Nelsonville Will. Burnell Ed. Dewhurst Canal Street

Senior Home Guards Valentine Party Postponed

The Valentine party planned for Saturday evening by the Senior Home Guards of the M E Sunday school in Nelsonville has been postponed to a later date.

Nelsonville M. E

Banquet Attended by Miss Stowe and Mrs Bobo in Athens

Miss Marie Stowe and Mrs Howard C Bobo attended the Beta Tau sorority banquet in Athens last night. The event drew local residents and highlighted social ties in Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Marie Stowe Howard C. Bobo Athens Beta Tau Sorority

Mizpah Class Holds Party At Fayette Street Home

Mizpah class of M. E. Sunday school held its annual party Tuesday evening at Mrs. Charles Hanning’s Fayette street home. A 6 o’clock chicken dinner was served. Guests included Mrs. Warren Badger Mrs. Ben Smith and Mrs. James Beard. Beesie Deer won the prize in games. Readings by Mrs. Will Barker and Mrs. Clara Caldwell. Valentines served as favors.

Nelsonville M. E Charles Hanning Fayette Street Warren Badger Ben Smith James Beard Beesie Deer Will Barker Clara Caldwell Valentines

Cable Store Prizes For Manual Training Work

Cable Hardware company offers three prizes to seventh and eighth grade students for best workmanship in manual training. First prize a Winchester saw, second a Winchester hatchet, third a Winchester hammer. Contest runs two weeks from April 17 with entries displayed at Cables for judging by competent judges. Size is irrelevant. workmanship decides winners.

Nelsonville Cable Hardware Company Winchester Saw Winchester Winchester Hammer

King's Heralds to Meet on Jackson Street

King's Heralds will meet with Mrs. Nelson Dowler on Jackson street Saturday afternoon at 1 36 o'clock. The leader desires a good attendance.

Nelsonville King's Heralds Nelson Dowler Jackson Street

Mayor Warns Boys Over Hazardous Car Rides

In Nelsonville on February 12 Mayor Eberle admonished two boys for climbing on spare tires and rear bumpers of passing cars for rides. Officers vow to crack down and warn that repeat offenses will meet harsher punishment.

Nelsonville Eberle

National Capital Honors Lincoln With Commemorative Speeches

The national capital paid tribute to Abraham Lincoln today with commemorative speeches in Congress highlighting his greatness and work for humanity. President and lawmakers participated as part of the observance reflecting on his legacy.

Washington National Capital Abraham Lincoln Congress

Roosevelt boys hide behind beards to sneak on foe

Supposedly the Roosevelt boys used beards as cover to approach the dangerous poli as described by Canton News.

Roosevelt Poli Canton News

Creomulsion touted as cure for persistent coughs and colds

An advertisement claims Creomulsion, a creosote based medicine, soothes inflamed membranes and inhibits germs to treat persistent coughs colds bronchitis and other respiratory diseases. It promises refund if not relieved and urges consult of a druggist with Creomulsion Company Atlanta Georgia.

Creomulsion Company Atlanta, Ga

Officers Take Two Men Into Custody After Liquor Found

Pomeroy February report details John Allen and Tom McCutcheon picked up by Ray Roush and Sheriff Rice after reckless driving. One gallon four pints of liquor found in their car. McClutcheon pleaded guilty to intoxication and liquor possession, fined $136.40. Allen pleaded guilty to intoxication, unable to pay fines, jailed. Both men work at Essex Mine No. 7.

Pomeroy John Allen Tom McCutcheon Ray Roush Sheriff Rice McClutcheon Hess Allen Essex

Plan Special Song Service at Presbyterian Church

Pomeroy February 12 The Rev Walter Jones of the Presbyterian church has arranged a Sunday evening service devoted to congregational singing Each hymn is chosen by a congregation member and features many familiar old fashioned favorites The public is invited to attend and join the singing of Hymns of the Heart There will be special music by a large vested choir.

Pomeroy Walter Jones The Presbyterian Church

Trials of Dark Hollow residents postponed indefinitely

Pomeroy February 12. Trials of Jim Bowen Maggie Bowen Arthur Kimes Lucy Kimes Dan Rairden and Nora Rairden all of Dark Hollow were postponed indefinitely by Justice M. L. French. The defendants were in jail but released on their own recognizance. It is said the case against them will be dropped.

Pomeroy Jim Bowen Maggie Bowen Arthur Kimes Lucy Kimes Dan Rairden Nora Rairden Dark Hollow M. L. French

Remington Will Probed In Court Here

The late B. R. Remington's will was probated by Judge Cora B. Roberts. Most of the estate is real estate in a substantial size, placed in trust for his son Frederick Randall Remington of Columbus. The family home on Butternut avenue remains for the son, while a cottage yields to Minnie Utahmer for life. After her death, the property goes to Remington's nieces Grace Horton and Edith M. Newton, with a Remington Trust of $1500 funding Grace Episcopal church ward for a rector's support.

Pomeroy B. R. Remington Cora B. Roberts Frederick Randall Remington Columbus Butternut Avenue Schlaegel Minnie Utahmer Fred Grace Horton Edith M. Newton Remington Grace Episcopal Church

Couple Weds Quietly at Probate Court Rooms

Robert Niday and Marie Gilbert both employed at O. H. E. Gallipolis were quietly married by Justice M. L. French in the Probate court rooms yesterday. Mrs. Niday is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Eblin of Pomeroy.

Pomeroy Robert Niday O. H. E. Gallipolis Marie Gilbert Yesteday

Will Admission Bid for Laura Willock in Middleport

Mary Willock seeks probate of her mother Laura Willock's will in Middleport. Judge Roberts set the hearing for next Wednesday.

Will Pomeroy Mary Willock Laura Willock Middleport Roberts

Pomeroy Constable Reports Toledo Visit

Pomeroy reports that Constable Bay Roush traveled to Toledo yesterday as part of routine duties.

Pomeroy Constable Bay Roush Toledo Yester

Arrest Warrant Issued for Belva Thevin Singleton

Authorities seek Belva Thevin Singleton on a major felony charge. The wanted individual is described as residing in the area and remains at large as detectives pursue leads and coordinate with federal and local agencies.

Belva Thevin Singleton

Gaul Named Administrator of Sumner Estate

Frank Gaul of Chester appointed administrator of the estate of the late Jacob Gaul of Sumner who died intestate. Heirs plan to sell both the personal and real estate of considerable value.

Pomeroy Frank Gaul Chester Jacob Gaul Sumner

Local Business Travel Notes In Columbus And Portsmouth

Mr. Robert Starkey visited Columbus on a brief business trip yesterday. Homer Shank has returned from a business visit to Portsmouth.

Robert Starkey Columbus Homer Shank Portsmouth

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promotes Gentle Regularity

Countless women reject harsh purges and find relief with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin which establishes natural bowel regularity without griping or upsetting the system. It eases headaches dizziness biliousness sallow skin and stomach issues. The remedy promises gentle, dependable stools without harsh effects.

Dr. Caldwell

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