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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1922

Page

3

Super Excellent Degree to be Conferred by Nelsonville Masons

Jaybr on Council Royal and Select Masters will confer the Super Excellent Master degree on a class in Nelsonville at the Masonic Temple on Wednesday February 22. Inspection at 3 PM, banquet at 5 PM at the Presbyterian church, degree ceremony at 7 PM. 200 members and visitors expected. Rehearsal tonight by participants. London visits sister Miss Clara Evans at 122 Fayette Street.

Lsonville Jaybr Council Royal Nelsonville Masonic Temple A. D. Farrow

Entertains Club at Ena Stephenson's Home in Buchtel

Miss Ena Stephenson hosted a social at her Buchtel home on Saturday with a musical program, parlor games, and refreshments. Attending members included Catherine Sayre, Julia Frances, Verna and Sylvia Glover, Lillian Myhte, Gladys Shesky, Pearl Michael Byron, and others. guests were Faye Wallace, Bernice Wilson, Richard Russell, and Malachy Byron.

Ena Stephenson Buchtel Catharine Sayre Julia Frances Verna Sylvia Glover Lillian Mhyte Wand Gladys Shesky Pearl Michael Byron Harry Stevs John Maurer John Frances Dick Sargeant Roland Covert Ralph Andrews Billy Brown Faye Wallace Bernice Wilson Richard Russell Malachy Byron

Columbus Visitors Noted in Local Notes

Mrs. Clarence Shockley and Mrs. Earl Weiss were Columbus visitors last week. Mrs. Thomas F. Adelsberger, of

Clarence Shockley Earl Weiss Columbus

Dinner Party Honors Mrs Adelsberger by Miss Clara Evans

Miss Clara Evans hosted a Sunday dinner honoring her sister Mrs Thomas J Adelsberger of London. The social event showcased hospitality and family ties within a discreet local setting.

Clara Evans Thomas J. Adelsberger London

Mrs Elizabeth Richmond Dies After Short Illness

Mrs Elizabeth Richmond age 83 died last night at her daughter Mrs A L Barker’s home on Chestnut street after a two week illness. A longtime resident of the city she was active in the Methodist church and left a daughter Mrs Barker and a son Earl of Erie Pennsylvania. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Elizabeth Richmond A. L. Barker Chestnut Street

Lecture at Christian Auditorium by Laurant the Magician

The high school lecture series continues tonight at 8 o'clock in the Christian auditorium. Laurant the magician, a famous performances figure, will present the next program in the series.

Christian Auditorium Laurant

Cooley Sons Return to New York After Father’s Death

Miss Sylvia Cooley Mr Frank Cooley and Mr James Cooley returned to their homes in New York City after being called here by the illness and death of their father the late Mr F G Cooley.

Sylvia Cooley Frank Cooley James Cooley New York City F. G. Cooley

Miss Margaret Young Visits From Delaware

Miss Margaret Young of Delaware spent the weekend in town as a guest of her parents due to the serious illness of her grandmother Mrs. Lawrence Young.

Margaret Young Delaware Lawrence Young

Mrs Grace Ervin Returns to Murray City After Visit

Mrs Grace Ervin and her children returned Saturday night to Murray City after spending the past week here as guests of Mr and Mrs B I Martin. Mr Lou Rice was in Columbus on business Monday. Mr and Mrs C D Shafer hosted for the weekend Mr and Mrs George Raridan and baby daughter of Bedford Indiana. C G Sheppard is in Columbus on business.

Grace Ervin Murray City B. I. Martin Lou Rice Columbus C.D. Shafer George Raridan Bedford, Ind C. G. Sheppard

Merchants Asked to Aid Return of Old Coins

Mrs. B. F. Martin appeals to Nelsonville merchants and nearby towns to watch for old currency. She recently lost a large collection including half dimes three cent silvers one cent eagle pennies and two and one cent pieces and hopes merchants can help recover much of it.

B. F. Martin Nelsonville

Miss Genieve Cline speaks on Women in Politics at Presbyterian church

A large Nelsonville crowd heard Miss Genieve Cline of Cleveland discuss the role of women in politics at the Presbyterian church. The Ohio Federation of Womans Clubs leader, a practicing lawyer, urged voting for principles over party or gender and highlighted Esther’s influence as a citizen.

Miss Cline Presbyterian Church Genieve Cline Cleveland Nelsonville Logan Lastpring Athens Ohio Federation of Womans Clubs Hyperion Club N. Hill B. B. LeFever Harry Sisson Mary Pensyle Ed ©. Cooley Hill Esther

Glass of Salts for Kidney Relief Promoted

An old advertisement touts Jad Salts as a remedy to flush kidneys and relieve bladder irritation. It claims four ounces of rad salts in water before breakfast cleans sluggish kidneys, stops urinary issues, and provides an effervescent lithia-water drink used by millions.

Women’s Club Address Advocates Civic Patriotism

A speech urged laws to require public institutions to teach the constitution and by laws to foster patriotism. The speaker urged unity between women and men for a stronger nation and capable leaders. An informal reception followed at Mrs. N. Hill’s home with about one hundred guests from Logan Athens and surrounding clubs.

N. Hill Cline Chas. Preston Frank Tedrow Dames James Knight Frank Jackson Hill Ed C. Cody Hill Home

Night street lights funded by town residents noted

Report states volunteers contributed to lighting efforts as chamber of commerce plans a full update at the next meeting. John Clark of Kunterdon faced arrest after a search by Marshal Tom Davis found a working still and white mule liquor. Clark paid a 3200 fine plus costs. Ernest Williams and Miss Sarah McDivitt wed in New Lexington with Williams’s mother Mrs Sadie Williams residing locally. bride to finish teaching term in Corning.

Chamber of Commerce E. L. Jones C. G. Faires FE. J. Eddy Jacksonville Jacksonville Council Trimble Council State Highway Department Woodyard Gormley Glouster Retail Merchants’ Institute Chicago J. W. Griest Griest Merchants’ Institute Bryson Lumber Co John Clark Kunterdon Tom Davis Oat Trimble E. A. Johnson Clark Justice Johnson Ernest Williams Sarah McDivitt Shawnee New Lexington Sadie Williams Corning Williams

Farewell Party Honors Kenneth Funball at Ella Kioh Home

A farewell gathering was hosted at Miss Ella Kioh’s Trimble home for Mr. Kenneth Funball. The evening featured games and music with refreshments. Attendees included Alice Grim Lucile Orme Esther Danes Goldie Sharp Grace Carsey Sarah Kempten Edithe Wolfe Nellie Aicer Ruth Commer Mary Commer Edra Lantz Anna Kloh Grover Carsey Lewis Watkins Walter McDaniel Jacob Hahn Kermit Sawyer John Rainey John athon Rainey Dwight Bee John Jewett Vergil Grandy John Raber August Kloh and Ella Kioh.

Ella Kioh Trimble Kenneth Funball Alice Grim Lucile Orme Esther Danes Goldie Sharp Grace Carsey Sarah Kempten Edithe Wolfe Nellie Aicer Ruth Commer Mary Commer Edra Lantz Anna Kloh Grover Carsey Lewis Watkins Walter McDaniel Jacob Hahn

A Tough Situation Inspires a Remedy Trial

A man describes severe stomach and liver trouble causing despondency and wasting away. Advised by a Columbus cousin, he tried Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. The simple preparation claims to remove intestinal mucus and inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal ailments. One dose allegedly proves effectiveness with money refunded by McKee Drug Co. and Gem Pharmacy Athens and Nelsonville druggists.

Columbus Mayr McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville

Robes for the Lord Mayor Cost City of London

A City of London expense lists robes for the Lord Mayor priced at 775 dollars per year. The note flags annual cost for ceremonial robes and associated garments.

City of London

The Love Nest at the Opera House Next Saturday Night

The Love Nest musical comedy, written by E. R. Anderson with music by Hal Dyson, comes to the Opera House February 25. A 30 member troupe led by Anna Summers delivers songs and laughs with a lively chorus and comic acts to lift audiences from the blues.

E. R. Anderson Hal Dyson Honolulu Andrew Anna Summers Wardell & Sewall Art Mayfield Betty van Allen Eddie Ellison Henry Meyers Mac Stockton

John Hancock High School Closes for Washington’s Birthday

The John Hancock high school in Athens will observe Washingtons' Birthday by closing on Wednesday, joining Ohio University which cancels all classes. Pupils at the high school Central building and East Side school attend as usual. Friday, however, these schools dismiss for the day to allow attendance at the high school basketball tournament per Supt. C F Stailey.

John Hancock High School Athens Institution

Miners Battle Guards at Labelle Mine No 4

Four men were wounded in a revolver clash early today between a guard at Labelle Mine No 4 and about a score of striking miners in Wellsburg West Virginia. Two of the wounded were seriously hurt.

Wellsburg W. Va Labelle Mine No West Virginia-Pittsburg Coal Company

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