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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1928
Page
10
A note directs Stinton Webb to act as Logan correspondent for the Athens Messenger. Readers are invited to telephone their news to 6024.
Heat from a furnace cupola scorched the Logan Foundry and Machine office roof at 6 16 p m February 22. Officials report the fire caused about 600 in damage and water damage to stock in the adjoining warehouse. Firemen laid two hose lines and confined the blaze to the attic after gaining headway. this plant has seen three fires in recent years.
Judge Harley M. Whitcraft lists the next week docket in Logan. He notes these will be his last trials before a March trip to Cleveland. Cases include Schrader versus Hamilton et al and Kiefel versus Kiefel on February 24, Blake versus Ficke and Mowery on February 25, Brannigan versus James on February 27.
Schwenke posted an average above 200 in two games for the Hocking Valleys who defeated the Knights of Pythias in Logan on Monday evening. The score details follow.
Sixteen members of the Franklin Kerr guild acted as hostesses for a self served dinner at the Presby terian church Monday. A vocal duet by M F Weymueller and Miss Helen Rochester opened the program followed by Indian songs by Mrs Weymueller. Miss Minnie McBroom spoke about her Alaska trip and the Presbyterian Missions work there. Mrs T R Walburn outlined the guilds March 9 Passion Play and the group will elect officers at the next meeting on the third Monday in March.
Andrew Wilson of Rockbridge was injured near his son Fletch Wilson's home when caught between a rail fence and a falling tree while cutting timber. He suffered back and ankle injuries and his age was noted as a factor in the seriousness of the harm. Wilson had been living with his son for several months.
Logan report notes County Treasurer H B Troxel extended tax books to March 1 to avoid penalties. February 20 had the record cash day with 78 157 09 collected, rail line payment of 62 400 by Hocking Valley and about 16 000 paid by individuals, the largest day for individual taxes.
Logan February 22 A vicious dog seized control of the Longstretch depot Tuesday morning blocking entry. County dog warden Charlie Briley was summoned from Murray City and, after efforts to restrain the animal failed, forced to shoot it to recover the depot.
Logan Elks marked the twenty ninth anniversary of the lodge at the club rooms Monday evening. More than 100 attendees enjoyed a dance with music by a Lancaster orchestra of six musicians. Vocal numbers by William Davis of New Straitsville were performed with accompaniment by Miss Irene Irwin.
The E. Z. bridge club entertained the winners with a three course dinner at Mrs. Forest Weinrich home Monday evening. Assisting were Mrs. W. D. Thurness Mrs. H. R. Tipton Mrs. Al Schreck Mrs. Lawrence Hook and Mrs. Fred Ambrose. Mrs. Anthony Toerner held high honors among guests and Mrs. Thurness high hostess score. Guests included Mrs. Toerner Mrs. John Krieg Mrs. Harry Eastman Mrs. Ray McGovern Mrs. Lester Waltz and Miss Elsie Martin substituting for Mrs. Arthur McGovern.
Mrs. Albert Tolleson also known as Exie Fife of Oklahoma defends a large fortune in court. Leona McIntosh, another Creek woman, claims $200,000 from Tolleson for the alleged theft of her husband’s affections.
In Logan on February 22 ex parte petition filed in common pleas court by Eugene Wright for trustees of United Brethren Church of Rockbridge seeks court permission to mortgage church property for 8000 dollars to finish financing a recently built edifice. Trustees named include J. F. McGrady J. F. E. Stuart J. F. Koon Frank Beougher and G. W. Byers.
Logan residents and members of Sons for Veterans and the Ladies Auxiliary plan a Thursday evening program commemorating the birthdays of Lincoln Washington and McKinley.
Logan residents will observe World Day of Prayer at the Methodist church Friday afternoon at 3 o clock. The service promotes breaking barriers of creed race and caste and calls for cooperation among Christian women worldwide for sympathy understanding and fellowship.
Idano members were entertained Monday evening at the Spinning Wheel with Mrs Stanley Baker and Miss Pauline Judy as hostesses. A social hour preceded dinner at the home of Mrs. Baker on North Mulberry Street.
Redtown F. M church members report smooth progress at the revival. Greens Run high school boys lose a tight 32 to 31 game to Hollister in the local gym. The girls’ team will travel to Albany Wednesday for the girls tournament. The young peoples meeting Sunday afternoon was well attended, led by Goldie Wemmer. No preaching Sunday evening as the minister attended a revival in Athens.
A fragment suggests a nightly routine using Calonite ink and a wet cloth to cleanse the face. It claims to remove sour or pale skin tone and prevent pinhead issues, promising a fresher feel by morning.
Ohio health officials state no child in Ohio should die of diphtheria. Dr E R Hiatt, county health commissioner, says immunization protects children after three injections of fifteen drops each at seven day intervals. Leaflets are being distributed and schools may host immunizations. Immunity is believed permanent, with tests showing lasting protection beyond five years.
Mrs. O. W. Huls and Mrs. R. B. Hansel hosted the Happy Stitchers Monday evening. Twenty members attended the sewing session with Mrs. Ruth Roberts as a guest. Lunch was served.
The Tourist club held a business meeting at Mrs. B. C. McManigal's home and elected officers. Carlton Bright was named president, J. W. Woodard vice president, Walter Kreinschmidt recording secretary, C. O. Allen corresponding secretary, and C. G. Weitzell treasurer. A covered dish supper followed.
Paroles have been granted to 100 inmates at the Ohio State Reformatory Mansfield for the next three months. Cuyahoga County leads with 39 paroled prisoners, according to an official clemency board announcement.
Wood ashes moistened with denatured alcohol remove dark brown stains from cigars on copper or brass surfaces.
In San Francisco Mickey Walker the world middleweight champion and Texas cowboy Jack Willis were declared in perfect condition for their ten round bout today. The champion’s title will not be at stake.
Duke Kahanamoku, renowned Hawaiian swimmer, aims to turn pro in golf if his game improves and he can gain the necessary competitive experience in coming seasons.
The Boston Red Sox sign semi pro Charles Lajeske who will back up and understudy Phil Todt at first base this coming season.
Witnesses were called in Bucyrus as Arthur Hand of Chicago and Toledo faced trial on charges tied to the $175,000 robbery of the Commercial Savings Bank in Galion Ohio.
Before ladling dough, dip the spoon into hot liquid to prevent sticking. This helps the dumpling slide off the spoon smoothly each time.
The Christian churches of the district will hold a conference at the Athens Christian church on Thursday. Four representatives from each church including the pastor will attend. Topics cover missionary and benevolent work led by Dr. Elliott I. Osgood of China. Mrs. Ada Teachout and Miss Joyce Taylor will assist with duties.
Midnight marks the close of the state wide contest on better equipped homes sponsored by the Ohio Federation of Women's clubs. Thousands of essays have been written on the suggested subjects according to those in charge.
Winners of the district prizes will be announced on March 13, according to Mrs O D Dailey of Albany, the district chairman. Winners choosing free trips to Washington with all expenses for contestants and mothers will be announced March 20. Essays must be submitted by midnight and are being sent to Albany. Essays are collected daily by county chairmen and sorted before sending to Sciote county for the best five to be forwarded to Miss F Lanney at Ohio State University for final judging.
Advertisement claims morning tiredness and low energy come from toxic constipation. Schenck's Mandrake Pills are marketed to relieve the condition and restore vigor. Three generations have used the product, offered at 280 per box in uncoated or sugar coated forms.
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