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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1930

Page

5

Society News and Local Happenings in Covington Area

Society notes report radio plans for Marie and her guitar with Mac Bobo of Covington, moves to Indianapolis, and local family updates. Also covered are visits from Dr Vorbau and Mrs Kau, hosting events by the Ladies Club, a hospital recovery, a Moments Templar dinner dance, and Miss Ruth Anna Kittle spending the weekend in Richwood with her sister.

Mac Bobo Covington WCKY Vington Ted As ‘Marie Vs. Bobo Inanapolis R. Bobo Ovington Mr. Bobo William Bobo Aplewood Drive Moments Templar Ber Marianna Donald Dowd M. M. Jr Ruth Anna Kittle Richwood Ohio Miss Hel- Kittle

Cal Ornia Fig Syrup Promises Easy Digestion

A vintage ad touts Cal Ornia Fig Syrup as a safe vegetable product for children to ease biliousness constipation and stomach issues. It claims quick appetite return and improved digestion with a fruity flavor and long-trusted reputation.

Vada Rose Temple Toad Cleveland Nfornia Fig Enit Ornia

Girls' Mission Circle Meets at Mrs Campbell Home

The Girls' Mission Circle of First Christian Church met at Mrs E G Campbell's home with 21 members and 10 guests. Myrta Ashworth presided as president. Mildred Banks Martha Maynard and Mary Jones became new members.

Mission Circle of The First Christian Church E. G. Campbell Helen Anania Margaret Morrison Myrta Ashworth Mildred Banks Martha Maynard Mary Jones Helen Drake Mildred Giesecke Dolores Pauline Fierce Doris Giesecke Mary Helen Lee Lucile Duffee Maude Skidmore-Reed New Haven Yale

Lydia Lash Evans Club Holds Annual Meeting and Elections

The Lydia Lash Evans Club held its annual business meeting and officer election Thursday at Mrs. Emmett Bowles home on Franklin Avenue. President Mrs. Arthur Bowles was re-elected. other officers include first vice president Mrs. F. C. Schilling, second vice president Mrs. D. B. Green, recording secretary Mrs. O. E. McClure, corresponding secretary Mrs. M. C. Morrison, treasurer Mrs. Clarence Laughlin, and custodian Mrs. J. R. Harvey.

Lydia Lash Evans Club Emmett Bowles Franklin Avenue Arthur Bowles F. C. Schilling D. B. Green O. E. McClure M. C. Morrison Clarence Laughlin J. R. Harvey

Young Married Bridge Club Organized In Akron

A bridge club for younger married couples met at Mrs. W F Smiley’s home on East Carpenter Street with biweekly sessions. Mrs. Ernest Algeo won top score and Miss Verna Danford placed second. Members include several local wives and Mrs W F Smiley. Alpha Gamma Delta pledges were announced for Edna Lindblom Marian Millikan and Betty Bartlett.

W. F. Smiley East Carpenter Street Ernest Algeo Verna Danford P. F. Good W. G. Moler Benson Roberts Rolland Jones Clay Milar John Rose Alpha Gamma Delta Edna Lindbloom Youngstown Marian Millikan Cambridge Betty Bartlett Toledo

Athens Men Guests At Columbus Honor Affair

Dr. Edward C Buck and J W Stuber hosted a Columbus Upper Arlington gathering Thursday evening with guests including John J Woolley F Rowland P E Hixon Gordon K Bush and Governor Myers Y Cooper Doctor Baldwin and Ohio officials. A caribou game dinner and Canadian wildlife motion pictures highlighted the event. Oliver Hartley of Pomeroy represented Southern Ohio as publicity director for the State Conservation Department.

Athens Columbus John J. Woolley F. Rowland P. E. Hixon Gordon K. Bush Edward C. Buck J. W. Stuber Upper Arlington Myers Y. Cooper Doctor Baldwin Ohio Oliver Hartley Pomeroy the Messenger State Conservation Department Southeastern

Student Choir Will Sing at Lancaster

The First Methodist Episcopal Church student choir travels to Lancaster Sunday evening for a program. They perform Doth Not Wisdom Cry with bass Donald Dowd, A Legend by Tschaikowski, Ive Found a Friend with solos by Mary Elizabeth Clark and Dowd, Break Forth Into Joy by Caleb Simper, O Divine Redeemer by Gounod sung by Marcellene Woodrum, Improvisation and Toccata as postlude. Prof Kresge accompanies. Rev Arlie H Krussell escorts and will address the audience.

First Methodist Episcopal Church Lancaster Rogers Donald Dowd Tschaikowski Clarence C. Robinson Mary Elizabeth Clark Caleb Simper Marcellene Woodrum O Divine Redeemer Gounod Prof. Kresge Salter Victor Arlie H. Krussell Wesley Foundation

State Collects Half Million From Fines

Ohio's share of liquor law fines in state cases for 1929 totaled 553 626 36. Prohibition Commissioner Rupert Beetham announced the figures. Cuyahoga County led with 77 716 96 paid into the state treasury, up from 70 981 91 the prior year.

Columbus U.P Ohio Rupert R. Beetham Cuyahoga County

Christmas Tangles Analyze Lillian Visit and Family Plans

In a holiday discourse, characters debate Lillian's possible stay with Robert Savarin and Marion's reaction, weighing risk of bad press and emotional impact. The scene shifts to Dicky, William, and Hank as they discuss plans, rabbits, and life's simple pleasures as Christmas approaches.

Readings of Starry Paths Highlight A Day of Challenge

The text notes perplexities and complications for the day with high stimuli and potential discord and loss. It suggests those born today may begin new projects with momentum but face friction without calm, insight, and restraint. A child born now may possess unusual talents needing training and discipline.

Urbana Country Club Destroyed by Fire Loss Estimated

Urbana Country Club burned down late yesterday causing an estimated 25000 dollar loss. Fire crews battled the blaze as residents watched. No injuries reported. The club destruction shocked Urbana officials and local residents.

Country Club Urbana U.P

Buckwheat King Speaks At National Farm Power Week Demo

E R King of McArthur spoke on buckwheat value and cash return during a farm implement demonstration at Athens Implement Company as part of National Farm Power Week. Ohio’s buckwheat production rose from fifth to third since 1925, with T H Johnson noting diversified farming and nitrate crops.

E. R. King King McArthur Athens Implement Company Ohio T. H. Johnson W. A. Riddell Bucyrus

Tax Return Help Available at Post Offices and Courthouses

A deputy internal revenue collector will be at the Athens Post Office March 5 6 and 7 to assist taxpayers in preparing income tax returns at no charge. Returns must be filed by March 15. A federal officer will assist at Logan Courthouse March 8 the Nelsonville Post Office March 4 and the Pomeroy Courthouse March 3.

Internal Revenue Athens Post Office Logan Nelsonville Pomeroy

Pleads Not Guilty To Non-Support Charge

Andy Lasko of Jacksonville entered a not guilty plea on an indictment for non support. Unable to post a $600 bond, he was jailed in Athens County awaiting trial March 14. William Koon also pleaded not guilty to burglary and his trial was set for March 17 after failing to post $1,200 bond.

Andy Lasko Jacksonville Common Pleas L. G. Worstell Lasko Athens County William Koon Koon

Students Visit The Plains High School Class

Nineteen students of commercial subjects at The Plains High School visited The Messenger Thursday afternoon. They were accompanied by their instructor, H. W. Humphrey.

Messenger the Plains High School H. W. Humphrey

Condition Improves for Mrs Gibson After Stroke

Slight improvement in the condition of Mrs. F. W. Gibson, who suffered a stroke of paralysis, was reported today in Amesville.

Amesville F. W. Gibson

A Wife Hides Her Age in Divorce Case

A Santa Monica doctor seeks a divorce after discovering his wife claimed to be 84 at marriage but is said to be 42. The column riffs on aging, youth, and the social myths around wives revealing ages, urging readers to accept various ages with humor.

Santa Monica California

Williams Family to Visit Harris at East State Street

Mr and Mrs John M Williams and their little daughter Mary Ellen of Akron will come Saturday to spend the end of the week with the latter s brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs C H Harris 122 East State Street.

W. H. Worbau Lima M. F. Hearn West Union Street Docid Vorbau A State Hospital John M. Williams Mary Ellen Akron C. H. Harris East State Street

Vitamins in Cod Liver Oil Extract Tablets

Promote vitality and energy with McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Extract Tablets containing vitamins A and D from Norwegian cod liver oil. Two tablets equal one teaspoon of cod liver oil. 60 tablets cost 60 cents at any drugstore. (c) 1929 McC. L, Inc.

McCoy America McC. L, Inc

Young Married Peoples Class Plans Evening Party

The First Methodist Episcopal Church announces a monthly gathering for the Young Married Peoples Class at 7 30 this evening in the church parlors. Members should bring a photograph taken ten years ago for a contest.

First Methodist Episcopal Church

Kellogg's ALL Bran Promoted In Health Diet Pitch

An advertisement from Kellogg in Battle Creek touts ALL BRAN as vital in any reducing diet. It features a testimonial from Gilbert of Collingswood New Jersey who says eating ALL bran cured his appetite and helped him gain friends, claiming it gives a nut-like flavor and supplies iron and vitamins when served with milk or fruit juice.

Toledo Ohio Dr. Pierce Ierce’s Clinic Buffalo N. Y Kellogg Battle Creek

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