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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1929

Page

5

Miss Genevieve Apgar Entertains Higley Circle Guests

Miss Genevieve Apgar associate professor of English at Ohio University served as program entertainer for Higley Study Circle guest day in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. About 100 members and guests enjoyed her reading of Bernard Shaw's Joan of Arc. Hostesses included Mrs. C. E. Atkinson and others. Miss Irene Devlin leaves for Pennsylvania State College to serve as national president at a sorority installation. Mrs Gertrude Douglas visits ill mother Mrs Lingham. Colonial Party announced by Woman's Bible Class of the Presbyterian Church at 7 30 p m Friday at Mrs O K Morrison’s home 50 Morris Avenue.

Genevieve Apgar Ohio University Higley Study Circle Chamber of Commerce Bernard Shaw Joan of Arc C. E. Atkinson H. G. Vance W. Gross Irene Devlin Pennsylvania State College State College Theta Phi Alpha Woman's Bible Class The Presbyterian Church O. K. Morrison Morris Avenue Cinma €. McVay

Raymond Carmichael Birthday Party At Carmichael Home

Nineteen young men were invited to Raymond Carmichael's nineteenth birthday party on Court Street. Fifteen attended for singing and dancing with Joe Bardin performing. A nineteen candle cake complemented refreshments hosted by Mrs. James Carmichael and Mrs. Earl Carmichael.

Raymond Carmichael James Carmichael John Cline Charles McKintn Jacob Sherman,, Jr Cecil Burroughs Ernest Sams Eugene Powers Joe Coury Bill Curry Joe Bardin Virgil Cross Red Hughes Russell Hall Kenneth Smith Lart Carmichael

Lodge Hopes to Hear From Wife Dead in Amesbury

London Feb 21 Sir Oliver Lodge the scientist waited confidently for a communication from his wife who died at Amesbury Wiltshire yesterday He said I shall hear from my wife again just as I did from my son Raymond Raymond Lodge was killed at Ypres in September 1915 during the World War Lodge contended in his book Raymond that his son has been constantly in touch with the family since his death.

London U.P Oliver Lodge Amesbury Wiltshire Raymond Raymond Lodge Ypres Lodge

Ohio Highway Dept Cuts Truck Load On State Highways

The Ohio Highway Department orders a 25 percent reduction in maximum gross load for vehicles with solid tires on all state highways after 1 PM today. The limit applies during thaw or excessive moisture and remains until the director of highways decides otherwise. Notices were sent to county officials and posted along Athens County highways.

Ohio Highway Department Director of Athens County

Musterole Laxative Cold Tablets Advert

An advertisement claims Musterole Laxative Cold Tablets relieve colds quickly and overnight. It promises no griping or head ringing, and urges keeping the product on hand with availability from druggists or by post.

Musterole Company Cleveland Onto

Robberies Solved Claim Three Gang Members Arrested

In Muskingum County three alleged gang thieves were arrested: Ernest Huffman 36 Waterford Howard Bowman 19 Chester Hill and Harry Bender 55 Zanesville. Bender faces receiving stolen goods charges after merchandise items including 45 suits were found at his home. Authorities believe the arrests may solve recent store robberies in northern and western Washington County.

Marietta Ernest Huffman Waterford Howard Bowman Chesterhill New Lexington Harry Bender Zanesville Muskingum Morgan Perry Washington Bowman Stockport Huffman Columbus Bender Bremen Washington County

Bulgarian Herb Tea Promoted To Fight Flu Risks

Medical authorities warn of a flu resurgence after a recent epidemic and urge vigilance with colds. They advise a cupful of steaming Bulgarian Herb Tea twice a week during colder months to help break up colds and strengthen the body's defenses against the flu.

Messenger ads boost radio receptivity in classified section

Thousands read messenger classified ads daily seeking homes, rentals, or goods. Ads reach a receptive audience and can sell quickly as shown by CG E Scott of Nelsonville who moved three radios within two days after a single ad appeared. Call Athens 243 or Nelsonville 412 W for ad placement.

Messenger CG. E. Scott Nelsonville Athens

Johnson to Award Prizes at a Party

An achievement program party for the Loyal Daughters will be held Saturday night at the home of Mrs. J. Bell in Clarks Chapel. Mrs. Bell leads the group and Al Johnson county farm agent will award Athens County Fair premiums and achievement certificates to 14 members.

Johnson

Students Attend Dinner at Church

About 60 students attended a dinner party in the church parlors hosted by the Westminster Council of the Presbyterian Church. Each group in the Westminster Fellowship presented a stunt after the dinner including a farce by the Campus Towners and an excerpt from The Dream That Came True to be produced March 3%.

Westminister Council The Presbyterian Church Ach Club Westminster Fellowship Dramatic Club

Catholics Will Be Allowed To Join Rotary International

Vatican officials announce Rotary International will admit Catholics after consultations led by DB Sutton of Tampico Mexico. Sutton, a Catholic, met with church leaders from February 15 to 21 and urged acceptance by stressing Rotary respects all creeds. He reported that about 360 prominent church members supported the move.

Sutton Tampico Mexico Rotary International Ecclesiastics Rome Hie

Heavy Snow Delays County Road Repair

County roads work slowed by heavy snow as crews marshal fewer workers. The Beaumont Athens Road project halted temporarily with hopes to resume in a few days if conditions allow.

J. W. Wilson Beaumont Athens

Invaluable Say Society Women Invaluable Say

Advertises MELLO-GLO Face Powder as preferred by beautiful women for smooth, non irritating coverage. Claims French process minimizes pores, prevents flakiness and pastiness, leaving a youthful bloom and long wear. Produced by D ZENNER CO.

D. Zenner CO

Local Rotarians Highlight Prominent Indiana Layman

Laymen and clergymen of a church, active Rotarians in the United States, emphasize a particularly prominent layman who has been a member of a certain Club in Indiana for 12 years.

United States Indiana

Puzzle answer chain from Today's Golf Puzzle

The note provides a word ladder style answer sequence for today’s One Golf puzzle with entries including Sword Store Stare Stars Sears Beabs Sella Dells Dulls Duels.

Sword Store Sears

Peterson's Ointment Praised By John O Leary

Buffalo resident John O Leary testifies after years of ples sufferers. He says Peterson's Ointment cured him quickly and urges others to seek the remedy for skin irritations eczema and sores. A local druggist is mentioned as selling the product.

John O'Leary Buffalo Peterson John O' Leary

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