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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1929
Page
10
Four men appeared before Judge Harley M Wilitcraft in Logan on arraignments. Two pleaded guilty and were fined 250 dollars each for transportation and possession. The others pleaded not guilty and were bonded at 500 dollars each for a Friday appearance. Jurors noted possible additional charges for possession of property intended for liquor production against James Campbell Jobs and Jacob Kraft of Rockbridge.
Mrs J D Sanderson entertained the Nondescript Club Monday evening at her South Walnut Street home. Dinner was served at six. Miss Helen us gave a book review of A Winter's ee. Nonmember attendees included Mrs Charles Lytle Mrs John Wellman Mrs Carlton Bright Mrs Robert Work Miss Emma Westenhaver and Miss Estella Strentz.
Mrs. George Leyshon hosted the D. C. Bridge Club on Monday evening at her East Main Street home. Substitute players present were Mrs. W. G. Bowen, Mrs. Eliza Miller and Mrs. Theo Lytle.
In Logan on February 20 the Methodist Church orchestra held its annual banquet in the church social rooms with 25 in attendance. Foreign Missionary society members catered. The Get Together Club met at Mrs. Belle Hyson’s home with bridge as the diversion and Mrs. Charles Lutz as substitute player.
An authority touts daily salt and water tactics to flush the kidneys and prevent sickness. Mentioned are backache relief, cloudy urine, and general bodily sluggishness from acidic buildup. The remedy uses salts with lemon juice to stimulate kidney activity and cleanse the blood.
County officers questioned four Lancaster witnesses over the Behrens death amid a liquor hijacking claim. Prosecutor Henderson and Sheriff Lloyd led the inquiry as new arrests surfaced in Circleville. Autopsy cited a gunshot wound to the chest and two to three weapons used.
Logan Feb 26 More trouble faces Mr and Mrs Louis Whitacre as they are released from Hocking County Jail as material witnesses in the Earl Behrens murder case Fairfield County officers seek notice of releases. After Lancaster arrest Monday sheriff Gail Lesler searches their home finding a gallon and a half of liquor they face possession charges when returned to that county.
Whitacre testified he had been at the Clayton Huston residence earlier that night to obtain whisky. He claimed knowledge of where the whisky had been cached and that he knew its location.
Forum of old advertising promoting Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy to improve skin tone and digestion. Claims include liver and bowel effects similar to calomel but without danger, urging nightly use and noting millions of boxes sold annually.
A vintage ad urges parents to give children McCoy's Tablets to boost health, energy, and appetite. It promises 60 tablets for Mcments at Clines Pharmacy and other drug stores with a 30 day trial and money back if unsatisfied.
A court order prohibits the subject from speaking with any family members on Tuesday by directive of the prosecuting attorney.
Judge Peter J. Blosser will appear as a member of the Court of Appeals in Logan for the regular session. He began his new duties February 9 after ten years on the Ross County Common Pleas bench. Five cases will be heard, with witnesses in one proceeding, over a full day's session.
Logan February 20. Members of the Logan American Legion Band sue the Hocking County Agricultural Society for 205 dollars plus interest from 1927 for services at the 1927 Hocking County Fair. Theyseek injunction to halt funds accruing to the society. Judge Whitcraft granted a temporary restraining order.
Mr. and Mrs. Woodard hosted Sunday honoring their son and Frances Krieder whose marriage occurred Tuesday. Attendees included C. F. Krieder and sons Ronald and Michael and daughter Mary, Park Huddy family, Frank Huddy, Paul Krieder and son Edward, Norah Humphrey and Will Huddy, plus hostesses Wayne and Kenneth Woodard.
In Miami on February 20 officials changed the start of the international football team championship golf tournament from March 4 to March 10 to avoid clashing with the Florida Derby at Hialeah.
Pleasant Valley residents Ness up visits and gatherings as neighbors travel between homes. Mrs. Kate Brooks and daughter Cora Elia visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wood. Mrs. Clara Saylor called on G. C. Slotts. Mrs. Bessie Pugh called on Hattie Russ. E A Dixon visited his brother Henry near Downington. Mary Hanning of Athens stayed with Charles Wood’s family. Mrs. Frank Davis from near Hebbardsville spent time with J M Knowlton. Harry Russ visited relatives in Middleport. Hetty Brooks stayed with niece Mrs. J A Graham. youths gathered at Edward Brooks home for birthday. Ruth Martin traveled to Toledo to see her daughter and son-in-law Oscar Weaver. Maynard Coats of Athens stayed with grandparents Mr and Mrs Charles Chase. Marshall Hanning hosted Mr and Mrs Tom Savage. J S Woodyard, Pearl Wood, H Co Brooks, Betty McVey and Hetty Brooks visited Charles Wood. Good Will Society met at Mrs Margaret Knowlton’s with eight members and one visitor. next meeting at Mrs H M McKinley’s on Friday March 1. Mrs Kearney Tyler spent days with aunt Mrs Earl Hanning of Pearl Chapel. Dorret Kenney and wife mentioned.
Head colds disappear overnight with Musterole Laxative Cold Tabs. Chocolate coated and easy to take with no geapping or head ringing. Prompt relief from the Musterole Company Cleveland Ohio. Sold by all druggists or direct postpaid for 35e.
Sunday guests visited the home of Elias Carsey and his wife. Mr and Mrs Edward Brooks spent the day as guests of Tat Par fitt and family.
Bishopville guests include Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Palmer visiting son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Morehead at Millertown. Mr. and Mrs. Len Davis and son Jimmy of Glouster spend Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. J. M. McDonald. Mrs. J. W. Moody visits Mr. and Mrs. Dan Stedman in Glouster. Charles Millhoan family spends Sunday in McLeish with Jim Milhoan. Jessie McDonald of Ohio University visits the McDonald home.
A promotional blurb touts Ice-mint as a magical Japanese remedy that shrinks corns without pain or skin irritation. It claims to prevent odors and soothe swollen feet, praised by workers and wearers of high heels, and recommended for purchase at drug stores.
Shade Mrs. Vienna Kelley was the Sunday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Mort Blazier and daughter Josie. Gene Williams of Columbus visited Mr. and Mrs. Leo Williams and family Saturday and Sunday. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Smith on Sunday included Mrs. Anna Colburn Mrs. Fred Biehl and two daughters Sylvia Ziggafoos and Fred Sinclair of Columbus. Dwight Browning of Columbus visited his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Forman of Fisher hosted visitors from Sam Forman’s home. Miss Velma Flanders Gladys Smith and Pearl went to Columbus to see Walter Smith recovering at Mt. Carmel Hospital. Velma Flanders was Saturday night guest of Gladys Smith.
An American Army veteran in France claims a proven rheumatism remedy he used, offers to mail the prescription at no cost, and requests the reader’s address. Send a postal to Page CASE, Dept. 8-54, Brockton, 88 today.
Mrs Anna Swartz visited her father Joe Hawk Friday evening. Marvin Maxwell from Newark socialized with friends in Jerseyville Saturday night. Harry Smith spent Friday with his mother Mrs H J Smith. Mrs Selah Weatherby called on relatives in Jerseyville Sunday morning.
The reader提供 the solution to the Letter Golf puzzle: Share, Stare, Stark, Stork, Stock. Each term shares the S prefix and shifts one letter to progress through related words.
An advertisement touts Baalmann's Gas Tablets as a cure for gas in the stomach and bowels. It claims relief from gnawing empty sensations, nervousness, drowsiness after meals, and cold limbs by preventing gas from interfering with circulation. The ad urges buying the genuine yellow package at stores and notes a $1 price, with Cline Pharmacy always on hand.
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