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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1907

Page

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Grand jury probing Athens State Hospital abuses and deaths

The grand jury investigates the February death of W. J. Barnes at Athens State Hospital and a September death of John McBride. Witnesses include hospital trustees and former superintendents. McBride’s family alleges cruel treatment and theft of clothing leading to his death. indictments for manslaughter may follow against two attendants.

W. J. Barnes Athens State Hospital Asylum R. J. Mauck Gallia County William S. Metcalf Ross County C. R. Fisher Clinton County Chris McKee Noble County James F. Sawyer Perry County C. M. Smallwood Marion Ohio E. H. Rorick Columbus Grand John McBride Syracuse Atendants McBride John Joseph McBride al DeWolf Undertaker Young Pomeroy Foster Barnes Harkins

Farewell party honors Kirkendalls before Oklahoma move

A Tuesday evening farewell at Mrs. Chappell’s Mill Street home honored Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kirkendall and daughter Ruby along with Mrs. Elza Kirkendall and two children who were bound for Oklahoma. Guests included numerous relatives and friends as they sang God Be With You Till We Meet Again.

J. E. Cook Caroline Hill Nice Morrison Chas. Cook Lutie Burch Hazel Hill Daisy Mariner Orpha Hill Mrs. Chappell

Cootes Leaves Athens for Norfolk Drug Venture

W N Cootes who founded the Athens Bottling Works about five years ago and recently sold his stake to a stock company led by James Ginnan departs with his family for Norfolk Virginia to enter the drug business with his brother. Locals regret his move but wish him success saying Norfolk offers brighter prospects in a city he calls the best little business city in the world for its size.

W. N. Cootes Athens James Ginnan Norfolk Cootes

Relics of Ancient Mound Builders Found in Ohio far south

John Buck of the Garden came to Athens on a short business trip with three copper bracelets unearthed years ago on his farm. The pieces suggest mound builder origin and indicate many mounds exist in Athens County, with Ohio hosting thousands of mounds and circumvallations.

John Buck Garden Athens Mr. Buck Athens County Wolf's Plains Ohio

Highland Park and Sunnyside Homes Highlighted for Spring Prices

Real estate ad urging buyers to consider Highland Park and Sunnyside holdings for a permanent investment. Emphasizes elevation, atmosphere, views, and neighborhood quality with early spring pricing from McKinstry & Parker.

Highland Park Sunnyside McKinstry & Parker

Toledo visitors join Washington hostesses

Miss Mae Grant of Toledo visiting Washington D C arrives with Mrs James B Anderson of the city. They are guests of Miss Mazie Earheart on President Street for a stay in the capital city.

Mae Grant Toledo Washington, D. C James B. Anderson Mazie Earheart President Street

Nelsonville Doctor Visits City Today

Dr. C. Cable of Nelsonville was seen touring the city today, drawing curiosity from residents and officials alike as he accompanied a local delegation.

C. Cable Nelsonville

Examination of Dayton Man Haugh on Drug Habit Effects

Columbus reports Dr. E. B. Arnold will examine Dr. Oliver Crook Haugh, the Dayton man sentenced to death for murdering his parents and brother, to study the mental and physical impact of drug habit if he consents. He has recovered from drugs. doctors seek medical insights for science.

Columbus, O E. B. Arnold Penitentiary Oliver Crook Haugh Dayton Haugh Arnold Columbus Dr. Fauch

Birthday Surprise for Fred Fenzel at Home and Hall

Mrs. Fenzel hosted a 40th birthday party for her husband Fred Fenzel on South Congress Street with about fifty members of the Red Men and their wives. Guests presented a rocking chair, then moved to the Red Men hall for dancing and amusements. Mr. Fenzel was ill and could not attend the hall events. Refreshments followed the evening’s entertainment.

Fred Fenzel

Movement to make James Campbell Ohio Democratic leader gains favor

Democratic editors in Columbus spark a push to name ex Governor James Campbell as Ohio Democratic leader. The Mansfield Shield endorses the plan, noting Campbell’s lasting influence and prior nomination for Congress despite defeat.

James FE. Campbell Tom L. Johnson Columbus James Newton Newark Campbell Congress Ohio

Elks Initiate Three Members in Guysville Ceremony

Dr. E. D. Harper of Guysville Fred Phillips of Amesville and Harry C. Beckler were initiated into Elkdom Tuesday night. A lodge dinner for members and wives is planned Thursday with about 150 to attend.

E. D. Harper Guysville Fred Phillips Amesville Harry C. Beckler Lodge of Elks

Miss Daisy Carsey Dies of Tuberculosis at 18

Miss Daisy Carsey died Saturday at her father Peter Carsey's home in Parkersburg from tuberculosis. The burial brought to Athens on Tuesday placed her remains in West State Street Cemetery.

Daisy Carsey Peter Carsey Parkersburg Athens West State Street

Hight for Federal Judgeship Begins

Washington February 20 Senator Foraker secured a favorable report by the Senate committee on the bill creating an additional federal judgeship for the southern Ohio district. The field of candidates is expected to crowd the process, with Adams previously seen as a likely appointee, though White House opposition and other influences may block a reward for political services.

Washington Foraker Senate Ohio Woods J. J. Adams Adams White House Burton Garfield Taft

Temperance Address Captures Athens Audience at Methodist Church

Dr. Rutledge of Cleveland, field worker for the Ohio State Anti-Saloon League, argued against the saloon as a bad business and social force. He cited losses in manhood and community welfare, issued $500 for proof of any town benefiting from saloons, and invited a debate audience tonight at 7:30.

Methodist Church Athens Evans Mr. Thomas Dr. Rutledge Cleveland Ohio State Anti-Saloon League Rutledge

Ohio Five Wins Second Victory Over West Virginia

Ohio's basketball team defeated West Virginia 20 to 9 in a rough, hard fought game. Captain Pearcey drew penalties for rough play as Welch, Howard, Brown and Strickler led Ohio's scoring in the second half. Attendance was 2,590 with Dr Jones officiating for Ohio.

Ohio University of West Virginia Pearcey West Virginians Dr. Jones Ely Strickler West Virginia Howard Welch Bingham Jones Livingston Percey Crisp Miss Merritt Miss Higgins Tommy Jones Brown Carr Ohio Pos W. Va Strickler Howard L. F. Pearcey Eenas T. Jones Ead L. G. Setae Ryan Timers Wood Bumgardner and Pearcey Field Strickier

University of West Virginia Basketball Team Registered in Marietta Trip

At the Elk and several hotels in Marietta readings list attendees from Amesville Glouster and Athens. The West Virginia basketball squad registered at the Palmer House Tuesday night before leaving for Marietta to play M C tonight. Other named locals include J B Rodgers Corning A E Lawrence Coolville and Curt McInturf Chester Hill among others.

the Elk D. Webb Albany Joseph Richards Thomas Biddison Glouster T. E. Clark Edward Dean Elmer Harry Amesville John Moore Rendville F. EB. Phillips University of West Virginia Palmer House Marietta M. C New Athens Hotel A. E. Lawrence Coolville J. B. Rodgers Corning Harry Barrows Frost Stella Baumgard The Ohio Hotel C. H. Shields Elmer Tippie Athens Pennell O. BE. Eddy Curt McInturf Chester Hill

Thaw Case Cross Examination Resumes in New York

The cross-examination of Mrs. Harry Thaw continued this morning as District Attorney Jerome pressed questions to probe her direct testimony, signaling an unrelenting approach to the legal proceedings.

New York Daily Messenger Harry Thaw Jerome

Henry sells 134 acre farm to neighbor Runyon

Real estate notes show J. J. Henry of Alexander township selling his 134 acre farm through McKinstry Parker to neighbor W. G. Runyon for 5200 dollars. Henry may move southwest. McKinstry Parker also purchased the Mary Moore farm of 67 acres near Hebbardsville. Mrs. Moore is in poor health and has gone to a Columbus hospital for treatment.

J. J. Henry Alexander Township McKinstry & Parker W. G. Runyon Mr. Henry Mary Moore Hebbardsville

Wells sells 60 acres coal land for 10000 cash

Amesville reports W. C. Wells has closed a deal selling 60 acres of coal land for 10000 dollars in cash. The area contains more land of the same quality ready for purchase.

Amesville W. C. Wells

Death at Carpenter Claims Life of Mary Townsend

Mary Townsend, an elderly resident near Carpenter, died Tuesday evening from paralysis. The funeral will be held Thursday at 10 o'clock in Pegtown.

Carpenter Mary Townsend Pegtown

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