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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1929
Page
8
Incomplete OCR fragment mentions Athens Messenger contact line and Logan Cor respondent Ginton Webb with a telephone news line 6024. Details are unclear beyond naming the publication and a correspondent.
Officers report a successful raid near Logan and Jobs uncover two fifty gallon stills seven barrels of mash twenty five one gallon jugs of whiskey and two ten gallon kegs of whisky. Campbell arrested on liquor charges. rest of contraband to be used as evidence. Albert Lackey returned to Hocking County Jail for arraignment on an indictment.
Ohio University dean J. R. Johnston told a Presbyterian service that failing students squander the state's money and harm the university's tone. He urged students to choose courses fitting their individuality and remember college years form lifelong habits. Elizabeth Clark Selma sang and the Presbyterian Student orchestra performed. Christine Porter led the service.
A French process gives MELLOGLO Face Powder unmatched smoothness and longevity. The pure powder pigmentation is tested to avoid pasty or flaky looks and to prevent irritation or clogging while preserving a youthful bloom. Sold by The D Zenner Co.
Logan February verdict finds Ray Featheroff insane by jury in Hocking County Common Pleas Court regarding the November 30 1928 slaying of Jacob Konchler. Eleven jurors concurred in insanity after an eight hour deliberation, with sentencing to probate lunacy proceedings and possible commitment to Athens State Hospital.
Members of the Junior Department of the Presbyterian Church enjoyed a dinner in the Junior Room Thursday evening directed by Mrs. Paul Monks. Miss Gladys Bort led the program with violin, clarinet, saxophone, and recitations. Attendees included Vaughn Bort Harriet Sprankel Betty Jean Curtis Mary Monks Miriam Geddes Dorothy Franks Mary Sloan Sue Rochester Marjorie Tschappat Virginia Sprankel Marjorie Franks Dorothy Ralston Gladys Bort Dick Brandt Jimmy Campbell Edwin Monks John Schwenke Robert Geddes Gus Sloan Paul Sargent Quentin English Robert Geddes John Sloan Francis Morley Fred Schol Dick Tschappat.
Local social column lists visits by Mr and Mrs Frank W Harden in Columbus and by Mr and Mrs James F Barker of Columbus in Logan. William Cash of Lancaster arrived in Logan on business. Ervin Matheny recently returned from Detroit while Sheriff W R Lloyd and family visited Murray City. In Logan, charges will be filed Monday against Lawrence Whitmore and George Souders after a liquor search by state officers between Carbon Hill and Buchtel. evidence found to base charges.
The Friendship Sewing Circle met at Mrs. Charles Price's home with Mrs. Hill yer presiding. Illness sidelined member Mrs. Com ly. Luella Ginsberg was appointed press correspondent. Margaret Young and Blanche Strawsbaugh joined. Fifteen members attended a luncheon after adjournment.
A coal car broke loose from its chain and rolled down a grade at Mine No. 255 near Glouster on Saturday afternoon. It struck an automobile owned by Michael Lucas of Chauncey, caving in the side of the car but causing no injuries.
Washington February 18 legislation affecting Muscle Shoals cannot be passed during the few remaining days of the present session. The status and momentum of the measure are uncertain as lawmakers face a tight schedule.
In 20 years Zemo has soothed tough eczema and itching skin. The antiseptic liquid quickly banishes pimples and rashes, offering relief for irritated skin. AR druggists stock sizes 60c and 1.00, also 365c package.
Logan High School switched tactics at halftime and defeated Crooksville High 31 to 13 in Logan on Saturday night. The first half was tight at 11 to 10, with substitutions late to secure the win. The season ends with a return engagement against Lancaster Friday.
A. E. Potter of Athens Route 9 was chosen as a delegate from Athens County Pomona Grange to attend a public hearing in Columbus on the coal freight rate bid. The election took place Friday night in the Chamber of Commerce Rooms, with the Grange degree team practicing under drill master O. Q. Bryson.
John Carsey of Stella Avenue Mechanicsburg was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Wilson Ator and Constable Harry Dalton for intoxication Saturday night. He was held overnight at Athens County Jail and released Sunday on a promise to return for arraignment Monday night in Justice Carl H Porter’s court.
A vintage ad urges thin shy men to start today with McCoy's Tablets promising renewed manliness. It claims thousands of doctors endorse the formula and offers 60 tablets for 60 cents at Clines Pharmacy with a 30 day money back guarantee if not satisfied.
Royce R. Snake 22 a glass worker of Lancaster and Dorothy R. Jackson 18 at home Sugar Grove RR F D daughter of Mr and Mrs Cleve Jackson were married. The Rev G W Byers of Rockbridge officiated.
Musterole Laxative Cold Tablets promise quick safe relief from head colds for children with overnight effect and no griping or ear buzzing. Chocolate coated easy to take. Made for Musterole by Musterole Company Cleveland Ohio. Available from all druggists or by direct postpaid 25 cents.
J Gordon Morrow editor of the Wellston Sentinel spoke at the Delta Gamma Mu journalism fraternity breakfast about problems faced by a newspaper worker. He was made an associate member as the first local journalism school graduate admitted to the group.
Attorney General Sargent announced the parole board of clemency recommendation for Josiah Kirby, convicted in Cleveland, to serve seven years and six months, has been disapproved.
Rebels dynamited a Colima-Guadalajara train between Manzano and Nicholas in the Colima Guadalajara region, causing disruption along the line.
County officers arrested Aman and Inez Smith after a letter alleged adultery at a shanty near the Bloodwood power plant. Albert Smith was found hiding beneath a bed in the same premises and both couples were taken to Athena Jail while affidavits are prepared.
An advertisement cites a testimonial from Mia Jus about Adherika easing stomach gas and enabling better eating and sleep. It asserts the product removes old waste matter from the system and promotes comfort after meals, with pharmacy placements in Coolville Nelsonville.
A New Jersey user describes severe acne and clogged pores, tried multiple salves with little hope, then followed Resinol Soap and Ointment directions. In two weeks, her complexion improved notably, renewing confidence in the product.
Police conducted Saturday night raids led by Deputy Wayne Wingett and Special Officer Peter Marrewe with Constable Mary Dal an. Three children mentioned in the complaint were not found during the search of the area.
Akron report says Fred Ricker aged 13 died from injuries sustained in a coasting accident on February 13 in Akron. The incident details list no further participants or locations beyond the city and date.
The note provides the solution to today’s Latter Golf puzzle. It reads Give a Dime Dims Alms Alms as the complete answer.
Readers are urged to try syrup pepsin to gain vegetable benefits without dieting. The text touts laxative herbs and pepsin for all ages, claiming liver health, appetite improvement, and avoidance of strong medicines. It notes Dr Caldwell’s prescription from over fifty years ago and availability at druggists with directions.
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