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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1924

Page

3

Birthday celebration for George Washington by Kill Eagle Tribe

Nelsonville notes announce Washington's Birthday event by Kill Eagle Tribe No. 179 and Council No. 57 on February 22. A program starts at 7 PM followed by lunch and dancing. Members, families invited. guests spent weekend with Mr. and Mrs Billy Wright in Columbus. C C Sharp visited Columbus Tuesday on business.

Washington Kill Eagle Tribe No Council No. 57 America George Washington Truse Council Columbus Billy” Wright

New X Ray Machine Links to Dentist’s Upgraded Service

Local dentist Dr. E B Acomb has swapped his X ray apparatus for larger equipment to handle heavier work and broaden the practice range.

E. B. Acomb

Valentine Party Hosted by D. D. Class at Christian Church

The D. D. class of 4th grade, taught by Mrs May Kep lar, enjoyed a Valentine party Friday night in the church social rooms. A program of games and amusements preceded a lunch to close the session. Members present included Pauline Morrison Lois Linscott Mary F Kessinger Mary J Coleman Mary Donley Cora Devol Lulu Steenrod Rachel Steenrod Catherine Courtney Elizabeth Bowers Gay Ervin Ruth Call Mayme Nye Catherine Grace Ruth Coope Lugine Smith Irma Ball Amy Jo Figgins Lillian Moore and Mrs Keplar.

May Keplar Christian Church Pauline Morrison Lois Linscott Mary F. Kessinger Mary J. Coleman Mary Donley Cora Devol Lulu Rachel Steenrod Catherine Courtney Elizabeth Bowers Gay Ervin Ruth Call May

Mrs Nutter Injures Hand After Ice Fall

Mrs. E. H. Nutter slipped on ice near her home, cutting her hand on a piece glass. Dr. W. B. Rhodes treated and dressed the wound.

E. H. Nutter Iss W. 8. Rhodes

George KE Tifft Jr. in Columbus for a week at office

George KE Tifft Jr. is spending the week in Columbus at his general office, staying for business and overseeing operations.

George KE. Tifft Jr Columbus

Higginses announce arrival of Dorothy Ann

Mr and Mrs Everett Higgins announce the birth of a fine little daughter born Saturday. She has been named Dorothy Ann.

Everett Higgins Dorothy Ann

Woman’s Community Club to Convene Thursday at Y M C A

A called meeting of the Women’s Community Club will be held Thursday night at the Y M C A at 7 o’clock. Members are urged to attend in good numbers.

Womans Community Club

Birthday Dinner Honors G E Tift Jr In Middleport Visit

Mr and Mrs G W Wysong of Middleport attended a birthday anniversary dinner for George E Tift Jr with Mr and Mrs George E Tift Sr and guests including Mr and Mrs Walter Whitlatch. Mrs James Bland and Mrs Jimny Nutter visit Murray City relatives. Mr and Mrs Waldo Chute were in Columbus Tuesday. Mrs Frank Betts and children are also mentioned.

G. W. Wysong Middleport George E. Tiftt Sr George E. Tiftt Jr Walter Whitlatch James Bland Jimnny Nutter Murray City

Glouster Begins Mausoleum Project in Local Cemetery

Preliminary work for a memorial mausoleum in Glouster cemetery is under way with George E. Trifft Jr. of Columbus and A. I. Smith directing. The same company will build mausoleums in Athens and Nelsonville areas as weather allows. Community notices follow about church circles, a shower for the Jewells, and visits from residents returning home.

Glouster Plewood George E. Trifft Jr Columbus Memorial Mausoleum Co Nelsonville A. I. Smith Smith Ohio University R. G. Webber First National Bank West Union Street Athens Greenlawn

Sailor Reports Girls Losing Their Sea Legs

A sailor describes girls losing their sea legs, noting imbalance and dizziness at sea. The remark reflects a casual account of adaptation challenges faced by travelers or performers aboard a vessel.

Brad Reynolds visits Clarksburg for K of P Do

Do organizer Brad Reynolds of Clarksburg West Virginia greets old friends at the K of P event. Reynolds once owned and operated the Dew House barber shop thirty years ago and remains a member of Valley Lodge.

Brad” Reynolds Clarksburg W. Va Brad Reynolds Dew House Valley Lodge

Central PTA Plans Evening at Central School

A fine program has been arranged for the Central Parent Teachers association tomorrow night at Central school. The event begins at 1 o'clock and invites every patron of the school to attend.

Central Parent- Teachers Association Central School

Income Tax Man to Visit Post Office Dates

Deputy revenue collector will be at the post office February twenty first to twenty eighth to advise taxpayers in making out their income tax. Citizens may seek help on these dates at the post office.

Krieg Brother Illness Calls Kriegs to Breckenridge

Mr. M. A. Krieg left today for Breckenridge Texas to be with his brother Mr. L. C. Krieg who is critically ill. L. C. Krieg is well known locally and friends express regret over his illness.

M. A. Krieg Breckenridge Texas L. C. Krieg

Methodist Sunday School Teas New Work Demonstration

The graded department hosts a tea Friday afternoon from 8 to 5 to show and explain the new work. All persons interested are invited to attend.

The Methodist Sunday School

Plan A Banquet for Washington's Birthday

The Methodist Epworth League hosts a Washington's birthday celebration at the church Thursday evening at 7. Members and attendants are urged to attend for a fine program, food, and good fellowship.

Methodist Epworth League Washington

Services at First Baptist Church Featured Week

Rev. A B Adans and Rev. C M Smith conduct services all week at First Baptist church. K of P lodge plans attendance Friday. Visits include Mrs Lucy Branson and Mrs Charles Wockman of Hocking. Mrs Ann Hardin and Rev John Gardner of Lancaster. Mr Charles Wockman and Mr John Howard of Hocking.

A. B. Adans C. M. Smith First Baptist Church J. E. Stevens Plymouth W. Va P. Lodge B. Adans Athens Lucy Branson Charles Wockman Hocking Ann Hardin John Gardner Lancaster John Howard

Coolidge Withdraws Christian Nomination From FTC

President Coolidge today withdrew the Senate nomination of George B. Christian Jr. for the Federal Trade Commission. Democrats and progressive Republicans had opposed him, citing questions over fitness for the post and accusations that he tried to intimidate FTC members regarding action against Famous Players-Lasky Film Co.

Washington Coolidge Senate George B. Christian Jr Harding Federal Trade Commission Christian Commission Famous Players-Lasky Film Co

Senate oil inquiry to audit Whitney books in New York

Senate oil investigators will send expert accountants to New York to examine the books of Harry Payne Whitney, the multimillionaire turfman and associate of Harry F. Sinclair. The decision came after a secret hearing held behind closed doors.

Washington Senate New York Harry Payne Whitney Harry F. Sinclair Whitney

Food famine threatens England amid dock strike

London February 29 A food famine threatens England as the dock workers strike blocks import of foodstuffs. Government mediation fails and attempts to load meat for soldiers on farm trucks were unsuccessful.

London England

Fourth Lecture of Canaanville Series Speaker

In Canaanville on February 22 at the church Andrew Spurgeon Beshore will deliver the final lecture of the series begun this month.

Canaanville Andrew Spurgeon Beshore

Logan Rotary hears Sackett defend Lan caster Boys' Industrial School

Mr. Sackett former Rotary secretary and now with the Boys Industrial School at Lancaster spoke to the Logan Rotary Club Monday night. He said reports of brutal treatment are unfounded and urged a sorting out of boys not bad at heart to prevent future wrongdoing. He stressed the school is not for hardened criminals and such cases should go to other penal institutions.

Sackett Wisconsin Boys’ Industrial School Lancaster Logan Rotary Club Rotary Club

Farmer Davis Sells Property to Move to Columbus

O L Davis of the Thomas Wright farm south of Logan plans to sell his personal property before relocating to Columbus later this week. A longtime Hocking county resident with four years in the area, Davis previously stayed at a Columbus hospital for an infected foot, then worked as stock room foreman for the National Glove Co., and now moves closer to his job.

O. L. Davis Thomas Wright Logan Columbus Mr. Davis Hocking County National Glove Co

Messenger seeks reader help for Logan news coverage

Local Messenger representative asks Logan readers to cooperate by calling 6024 with news value. The goal is near complete Logan news from the area and to publish social news at least weekly, increasing as events demand. Readers are urged to share social happenings and other items of interest.

Logan Messenger Daily Messenger 6024

Dexter man visits Logan kin and kin in Athens

Co. A. Gottshall of Dexter is in Logan this week visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Humphrey, a brother of Mrs. Humphrey. Charles Meldrim and family of Logan were in Athens Sunday to see John Miller and relatives. Mrs. W. B. Zeigler Mrs. P. Shreider and Mrs. Thomas Pierce of Gibsonville are in Logan Monday visiting relatives. Zeigler has recently recovered from an illness.

A. Gottshall Dexter Logan J. B. Humphrey Gottshall Humphrey Charles Meldrim Athens John Miller W. B. Zeigler P. Shreider Thomas Pierce Gibsonville Zeigler

Birthday party honors Mrs. Sarah Wyskiver in Union Furnace

Sunday marked the eighty third birthday of Mrs. Sarah Wyskiver of Union Furnace. A dinner party at the Bowen home hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bowen honored her with many gifts. Guests included Mrs. John Ruscoe, Mrs. John Swim, Luther Wyskiver, Bert Ingmire and family, Harry Shaw and family, Paul Cruise, James McManes and family, Mrs. Robert Wright and family, and John Wyskiver.

Sarah Wyskiver Union Furnace Edward Bowen Wyskiver John Ruscoe John Swim Luther Wyskiver Bert Ingmire

Birthday Gathering at J P Miller Home

Mr. and Mrs. E H Tolbert and families and guests visited J P Miller Monday evening. Mrs Miller, surprised by the crowd, learned it was her birthday anniversary. The group enjoyed ice cream and oysters and shared reminiscences before departing late.

E. H. Tolbert Hubert Leach Andrew Dollmatsch J. P. Miller Miller Mr. Miller

Homeward With the Promise They Would Return Forty Seven Years Later

A fragment notes a group or individuals departing with a vow to come back after forty seven years, signaling a long awaited reunion or return timeline. The text suggests a historical or narrative moment involving departure and anticipated return.

Funeral for Clara Hartman Held at East Front Street Home

Private services for Clara Hartman age 43 were held at the home of Mrs. George Hartman on East Front street. The body was brought here Monday afternoon and interment will be at Oak Grove Cemetery by Harden Undertaking Co.

Clara Hartman George Hartman East Front Street Oak Grove Harden Undertaking Co

Subtracting Machine Politics Say Tariff Result Debated

The quote argues that if the tariff was enacted through machine politics it amounts to a subtracting process, casting doubt on the efficiency or fairness of the legislative method.

Vegetable Compound Restores Vermont Housewife’s Health

Mrs wick of East Hardwick Vermont credits Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with alleviating six months of back head and side aches and general sickness. She says she felt better, looked well, and urges others to try the remedy as 98 in 100 report benefit and it is sold by druggists nationwide.

East Hardwick Vermont Lydia E. Pinkham

A Dainty Party or Dance Frock Pattern

A child’s pattern in voile apple green with embroidery, or georgette crepe in orchid or white, for a party dress with a headover slip option. Available in sizes 6 8 10 12 years. 10 year size needs 34 yards of 32 inch material. pattern mailed for 12 cents in stamps.

Voile Georgette Crepe

Minstrel Show Aims To Draw Chauncey Crowd

Chauncey residents look forward to a young men's club minstrel produced with rehearsals nightly. Miss Lucile Bradfield of Chauncey is the pianist, and “Hick” Bradfield will dance among other features. The event will be staged twice on dates to be announced in tomorrow's Messenger with club members including Joe Evans John Kranyik Charles Bradfield Dave Collins Pete Fuller Ralph Ferrell Donald Figgins Hugo Schroppe Harold Minister Bill Collins Specks Leffier Paul Theisen George Six Howard McHarg and Cari Hartman.

Chauncey Lucile Bradfield Joe Evans John Kranyik Charles Bradfield Dave Collins Pete Fuller Ralph Ferrell Donald Figgins Hugo Schroppe Hick” Bradfield Harold Minister Bill Collins Specks" Leffier Paul Theisen George Six Howard McHarg Cari Hartman

Chauncey Pythian Sisters to Initiate in Jacksonville

Chauncey Pythian Sisters members will travel to Jacksonville tonight for initiation and degree work by the local lodge. Those planning to go should meet at Frana or Chauncey Auto Sales at 6 o clock to board the bus promptly.

Chauncey Pythian Sisters Lodge Jacksonville Chauncey Lodge Frana Chauncey Auto Sales Company

Birthday Party for Mr. Cochran Marks 65th

Mrs. William Cochran hosted the M B E Ladies' Aid and husbands Tuesday at her home to honor Mr. Cochran's 65th birthday. Guests included Rev and Mrs. W V Harter and son Franklin, plus several couples, with a social program and late luncheon by the hostess and her daughter Mrs. James Thompson.

William Cochran M. BE L. L. Sweazy Belle Coe Lettie Haintz Gloria Lafe Crosser Earl McAfee Parker Bobbitt and Son Bean Cunningham Gus Graham

Chauncey Woman's Christian Temperance Union Meets at Elites Avenue

The Chauncey WCTU is entertained at a regular meeting hosted by Mrs. Dorsey Bolin on Elites avenue. Mrs. Arthur Swart presided and Mrs. H. Pender trase led the session.

LCTU Chauncey Woman's Christian Temperance Union Dorsey Bolin Elites Avenue Arthur Swart H. Pendertrase

Weekend Guests Visit Area Families

Mrs James Thompson of Chilli cothe and her husband Mr William Cochran visited the city this weekend. Mrs Walter Boling is spending a few days in Columbus with her husband employed there.

James Thompson Chillicothe Willam Cochran Walter Boling Columbus

Beaumont Woman's Club Event Hosted by Mrs Guy Smith

A Church of Christ class event for women is being hosted by Mrs Guy Smith at her Beaumont home today.

Church of Christ Thursons Guy Smith Beaumont

Mrs Hamilton Visits Sister in Glouster

Mrs. T. R. Hamilton of this city spent yesterday in Glouster as a guest of her sister Mrs. Hull F. Kittle.

T. R. Hamilton Glouster Hull F. Kittle

Athens visitors stay with Pendergrass family

Mrs Ray Gardner and her son Dick of Athens visit her parents Mr and Mrs Peter Pendergrass and brother Mr George Pendergrass spending the day in the city as guests.

Ray Gardner Athens Peter Pendergrass George Pendergrass

Lena Wilson Returns to Chauncey from Columbus

Miss Lena Wilson arrived back in Chauncey on Monday after a trip to Columbus.

Lena Wilson Chauncey Monday Columbus

Weekend Sojourn Includes Time With Friends

A brief note states she spent the weekend with friends, sharing casual moments and enjoying leisure activities together in a relaxed outing.

Cleveland Man Attends Chauncy Wedding Next Sunday

Mr Myer Levine of Cleveland will visit Chauncy to attend the wedding of his cousin’s son Saul Wilson to Miss Howalyn Twalk of Columbus next Sunday.

Myer Levine Cleveland Isaac Wilson Saul Wilson Howalyn @twalk Columbus

Revival opens at Chauncey M. EB church Sunday night

The revival will begin in the Chauncey M. EB church Sunday night February 24 with the pass for Rev. W. V. Harter in charge.

Chauncey M. EB W. V. Harter

Henry Ford railroad bonds authorized by ICC

The Toledo and Trenton railroad owned by Henry Ford received ICC approval to issue 240000 dollars of 50 year bonds at five percent.

Washington Henry Ford Toledo Trenton Interstate Commerce Commission

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Nelsonville News C. C. Sharp Mrs. Waldo Chute Frank Betts Friendship Circle Methodist Church Bingman William Jewell Thomas Jewell Elizabeth Waldie Mary Ellen Mount Catherine Nate Circleville W. E. Sheean Glenn McDonald Corning Mrs T. G. McDonald Anna Slay Mrs. Ige Slay Osville Russel T. Wright Son Russell Jr Millboro, Va J. A. Murray Spencer Williams Ghristtan HK All England Chamberlain Chichester Aek 3 D. Henry Sells Akron E. FE. Cornell Bowling Green Pythian Sisters Stuart’s Opera House Hubert Lancaster A. L. Pritchard BR. EE. LeFever W. W. Whitlatch A. E. Bay H. Lancaster Worge FE. Tifft Sells Springfield Edith Stires Feal Efbe Cornell Knights of Pythias Bay Lelever James Beard Castle Hall Levi McDowell H. D. Krieg RB. E. LeFever Velma Castile Hall Loyal Order of Moose Odd Fellows’ Hall West Gay ST the Fidelity Building and Loan Co.s Sam M. Johnson Fidelity Building Loanind Savings Co Ohio Chauncey's Minstrel Wea Grippe Rise Peres J. E. Zeller June Adam Eva Jay tLe
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