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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1922

Page

12

Pomeroy-Middleport U S Revival Aims for Change

The Pomeroy-Middleport United Revival efforts led by Rev. Carl M Sweazy at Syracuse United Brethren Church draw strong attendance and keen interest after his return from the Moody Bible Institute Founders Week Conference in Chicago. Capt Ben Young dies in San Antonio after health pursuit and was longtime Barrett Boat Line Terminal manager in Cairo Illinois.

U. S Carl M. Sweazy United Brethren Church Syracuse Chicago Moody Bible,Institute Ben Young San Antonio Texas L. H. Bridgeman Cincinnati C. Y. Bridgeman Pomeroy Bend Barrett Boat Line Cairo

Woman's Foreign Mission Dinner and Social Evening

The annual dinner and social at the church drew about fifty attendees. A six o'clock spread preceded a program with a missionary play, a solo by Mrs. C. E. Peoples, and an address by Mrs. Fred Leifheit, followed by continued social time.

C. E. Peoples Fred Leifheit

Mrs Williamson Hurt Sheltering Aged Mother From Fire

Mrs Mona Williamson is recovering after flames engulfed her mother Mrs Henderson Price. The Portland incident began when the 91 year old woman’s apron caught fire from a grate. Mona grabbed a bed covering and her quick action saved her mother though Mona sustained severe burns to hands and arms.

Williamson Mona Williamson Henderson Price Portland

Dr Samuel Dodds Lectures At Pomeroy Church

Wooster college educator Dr Samuel Dodds has held a series of lectures at the Pomeroy Presbyterian church each afternoon and evening. Attendance has been modest, but attendees say the talks are genuinely helpful and a real treat.

Samuel Dodds Wooster College Pomeroy Presbyterian Church

Hulbert Will Leaves Estate To Son E. T. Hulbert

The will of Mrs. Hattie E. Hulbert of Middleport devises one dollar each to Ada Williams Sarah Ellen Skiles Louis N. Skiles and her daughter’s children and residuary real and personal property to son E. T. Hulbert. Made November 15 1921 the will was witnessed by G. K. Bradford and Lena B. Shank with FE. T. Hulbert named executor without bond.

Ada Alice May Williams Sarah Ellen Skiles Louis N. Skiles Hattie E. Hulbert Middleport E. T. Hulbert G. K. Bradford Lena B. Shank FE. T. Hulbert

Pomeroy Pythian Sisters Hold Big Valentine Dinner

The Pomeroy Pythian Sisters lodge hosted a yearly Valentine Week dinner at their hall last evening. The event featured a sumptuous supper and lively socializing, though several members report indigestion today, a concern they dismiss as unrelated to the gathering.

Injunction Suit Over Franchise Referendum

Mutual Electric sues to block a referendum vote on a recently granted franchise in Pomeroy. Common Pleas Court finds the petition improper but doubts jurisdiction. Case likely for county election board. decision held for further reflection.

Mutual Electric Company Pomeroy Common Pleas Court County Election Board

Sudden Death of Mrs Denor Wise Near Cool Valley

Mrs Denor Wise aged about 25 died suddenly at her home near the Cool Valley schoolhouse before noon Thursday. She leaves a husband and a two year old daughter. She was formerly Roxie Cooper, daughter of Walter Cooper of Thomas Fork. Funeral arrangements not yet made.

Denor Wise Cool Valley Roxie Cooper Walter Cooper Thomas Fork

Farm Bureau Doings in Gallia County Marketing

County Agent Woodward and President Ward Gilmore of the County Farm Bureau visited Gallia County to study a cooperative cream marketing system. They will report at the executive committee meeting on Saturday March 4, with activities planned including school talks on 4-H clubs, a membership meeting, Washington’s Birthday incorporation by heart truck growers, and collaboration with state and extension staff through late February and March.

Farm Bureau Woodward Ward Gilmore County Farm Bureau Gallipolis Gallian Harrisonville Heart Truck Growers Washington C. W. Waid State Farm Bureau Federation N. W. Glines Vegetable Department

Pomeroy Woman Arrested for Intoxicated Disorderly Conduct

Ella Neutaling of Pomeroy was arrested Tuesday night around 10 by Chief Cheesbrew at the Ohio River ferry. She was intoxicated and disorderly, refused passage home to Gallipolis, and was placed in jail awaiting trial.

Pomeroy Ella Neutaling Cheesbrew Ohio River Gallipolis Pt. Pleasant Register

Trex promises relief from rheumatic pain and constipation

An advertisement extols Trex as a quick remedy for rheumatic pain and chronic constipation. It claims the product drains the system, opens the liver and bowels, cleans the stomach, eliminates irritants, and relieves feverishness and headaches, urging readers to try the treatment.

Parsonage Plans Set for Local Methodist Church

Plans drawn by William Loomis call for a brick veneer parsonage with modern design to be built on the current site. Parsonage day at the church is planned with Albert E B Smith of Ohio Northern University set to deliver the address. Construction is slated to begin in spring based on current plans.

William Loomis Albert EB. Smith Ohio Northern University

City Briefs Note Quick Weather Drop and Local Upgrades

The city saw a sharp temperature drop on Thursday prompting rapid restocking of coal bins. The Frank Sheets barber shop in the east end has been refinished and is now spick and span. J W Gabriel is erecting two new residences on East Main Street, one completed and one nearing completion. The Gage Auto Company display room is almost finished and spans the building front.

Frank Sheets J. W. Gabriel East Main Street Gage Auto Company

Mrs Zemer Hosts Valentine Luncheon at Easterling Home

Mrs Ralph Zemer entertained eighteen guests at the home of Mrs Amy Easterling on East Second Street Tuesday afternoon. The event followed a Valentine day theme with coordinated decorations and luncheon.

Ralph Zemer Amy Easterling East Second Street

Infant son of Rizer family dies and is buried

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Rizer of South Walnut Street died on Wednesday and was buried on Thursday by Harden Undertaking Company.

Melvin Rizer South Walnut Street Harden Undertaking Company

Judge Pettit Sits in McArthur for Health Authority Hearings

Judge Pettit visited McArthur on a Wednesday to hear three common pleas cases tied to health authorities. All three were similar and completed in one day. he took the matters under advisement and briefs will be submitted before decisions are issued.

Hostess Entertains Gli Amica Club Guests at Home

Mrs Albert Shreck hosted the Gli Amica Club at her home on Wednesday evening assisted by Mrs Robert Johnston. The gathering enjoyed various diversions and a luncheon to conclude. Guests included Mrs Hardesty Mrs Stanley Sparnon Miss Ruth Easterling Miss Violet Brehm and Miss Julia Kinser.

Albert Shreck Robert Johnston Gli Amica Club Hardesty Stanley Sparnon Ruth* Easterling Violet Brehm Julia Kinser

Stork Delivers a Fine Boy to Mr and Mrs Paul Sanderson

Congratulations greet the couple on East Second Street as a healthy boy was born Thursday morning at their home.

Paul Sanderson Stork East Second Street

Marriage License Issued in Logan Between Watkins and Bright

One marriage license was issued Thursday to Gilbert Watkins 21 a laborer from Logan and Pauline Bright 21 at home in Logan. The record lists both applicants as consenting adults with their residences noted.

Gilbert Watkins Logan Pauline Bright

Death of Henry Dexter Joy 80 Civil War veteran

Henry Dexter Joy 80 of 718 Motherwell Avenue died shortly after noon Wednesday. A retired farmer and Civil War veteran, he was a widower survived by several children including Andrew Joy of this city. Funeral services will be held at West End Christian Church Saturday at 1 p.m. with Rev. W. L. Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery with L. C. Yocum Funeral Director in charge.

Beteran Henry Dexter Joy Motherwell Avenue Andrew Joy West End Christian Church W. L. Sanders Oak Grove Cemetery L. C. Yocum

Revival under way at Harvey Chapel church in Marion township

A revival is progressing at Harvey Chapel in Marion township with active participation and ongoing services. The event focuses on community engagement and spiritual renewal at the local church.

Harvey Chapel Marion Township

Tanlac Revival Restores Chicago Artist’s Health

Mrs. Anna E. Hughes of Chicago says Tanlac restored her vitality after months of nervous exhaustion and fatigue. She notes rapid, steady improvement after starting Tanlac and claims she feels better than in twenty years. Tanlac is sold in Athens by Cline Pharmacy Co. and by leading druggists everywhere.

Anna E. Hughes West Jm St Chicago Taniac Athens Cline Pharmacy Co

Junction City Charge Services Draw Local Attendance

The Junction City charge is being served by Rev. Steen with assistance from Rev. Lockwood. Services attract much interest as residents attend Wednesday evening. Attendees include Joe Collins, Thomas Collins, Henry Lambert, Hiram Aurand, Rev. W A Cooper, Mrs. English, Miss Arnold of Gore, and Mrs. Peter Reedy with son James of Webb Summit.

Junction City Steen Lockwood Joe Thomas Collins Henry Lambert Hiram Aurand W. A. Cooper English Arnold Gore Peter Reedy James Webb Summit

New salesman joins Gage Auto for parts sales

E Nader has been hired by Gage Auto to sell replacement car parts. He left Tuesday on his first selling trip into southern Ohio and West Virginia. The firm has expanded its business operation to handle growing trade.

E. Nader Gage Auto Company Ohio West Virginia

Legionnaires Hold Cleanup Campaign to Reclaim Members

A legionnaires meeting Wednesday launched a cleanup drive aimed at reclaiming post members who were in the organization last year but are now listed as AWOL. If successful, the effort would restore those absentees to full membership.

Legionnaires

Legion Post Plans Amer Civilism Drive and Library Fund

Post Commander Lauer outlined duties for the Ameri canism committee. Members include Ward Chase John Krieg Lewis Mock Lester Woltz and Frank Harden. A ten dollar library fund gift was approved for next week when the drive begins. The post votes to add Stars and Stripes and American Legion Weekly to the library. Elks exchange plans shift. legion hall to host auxiliary meeting on February 22.

Lauer Committee On Americanism Ward Chase John Krieg Lewis Mock Lester Woltz Frank Harden Post Stars and Stripes American Legion Weekly Elks Legion Auxiliary

Athens Messenger Gains Readers in City

The Athens Messenger steadily increases its readership in the city, proving its ability to reach more readers and strengthen local news coverage with consistent growth and community presence.

The Athens Messenger

New York City Jewish Population Larger Than Global Regions

The article asserts New York City has more Jews than all of Asia Africa South America Australia and Great Britain combined. It emphasizes the city as a center with a vast Jewish population surpassing these regions.

New York City Asia Africa South America Australia Great Britain

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