New York Homemaking Trends In Elegant Tableware
Eleanor Francis surveys 1920s New York shop windows for practical yet stylish household furnishings. She notes tea wagons, rock crystal and cut glass vases, grape fruit glasses, Louis XVI baskets, and overlaid gold glass as coveted details, along with revived old time styles, wicker and reed mobili, modern rag-carpeted rooms, Crex matting, and printed cottons in frilled bed covers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paira
Crex
Eleanor Francis
Wash Guess Freed From Workhouse Fine Settlement
Wash Guess faced a disorderly conduct charge before the mayor and received a workhouse sentence plus a fine. He paid the fine and the judge deemed the matter settled, with him released from the workhouse portion.
New Arrival for Wadley Family
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Wadley on Friday. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Sheldon and Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Wadley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd Wadley
C. C. Sheldon
H. D. Wadley
Notice to Teachers Examinations Schedule
Teachers examinations occur on the first Saturday each month. If that Saturday is a holiday the exam is moved to the following day. Boxwell Examinations occur on the third Saturday in HM and on the second Saturday in May. O C Jackson, Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O C. Jackson
Prominent Jackson Lawyer Dies at Advanced Age
The Hon. John T. Moore, once a leading Jackson lawyer and a cultured figure, died Wednesday at his home. He wrote prose and verse and hosted a hub of intellectual activity. He leaves many children including Thomas Emmett Moore, former head of the Jackson Sun and Wellston Sentinel. Grandson Malcolm Douglas travels to Jackson for the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
John T. Moore
Moore
Thomas Emmett Moore
Jackson Sun
Wellston Sentinel
Ohio
Malcolm Douglas
Bell System Gains 2 to 1 Over Independents in 1907 Telephones
Government figures after adjustments show Bell stations at about 4,000,000 versus 2,150,000 for independents, with 900,000 independents affiliated with Bell through arrangements. Affiliation boosts Bell dominance as independents remain scattered and less integrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell System
Bell Lines
Bell
Bell and Connecting
American Telephone Co
Bell Companies
Bell Telephone
Independent Telephone
United States
Doans Kidney Pills Prove Helpful in Athens
In Athens people suffer from back and kidney strain from daily labor and poor posture. John Bobo of North St McArthur Ohio testifies Doan's Kidney Pills restored his health after backache and kidney disorders and helped when other remedies failed. Sold by dealers with Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as U S agents. 50 cents. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Dean
John Bobo
North St. McArthur
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
United States
W H M 8 Adds 94 Members In Church Contest
The W H M of the First Methodist Episcopal church announced 94 new members in a recent membership contest. The Holmes team led with 52 additions, while Chappelear's side added 42. Total membership reaches 185. Mrs Sluter led the program on the topic Following the Warpath and Indian Missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.H. M
First Methodist Episcopal Church
A. F. Holmes
J. B. Chappelear
Slutz
A. L. Bethel
Charles Perry
Will Peelle
Doan’s Ointment advertised for skin itch relief
An advertisement touts Doan’s Ointment as a cure for piles eczema and any skin itching. It claims relief after scratching and notes the product is sold by all druggists.
Russia Bans Nearly All Tea to Tablets for Transport
A historical note explains that Russia produced most tea as tablets or bricks, likely for easier transport in earlier periods. This compact form aided movement across vast lands and challenging routes, shaping how tea reached households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Petition for Woman Suffrage Ratification to Senate and House
Citizens over two petition Congress to submit to states ratification of an amendment to the National Constitution enabling women to vote. The document calls for legislative action by the Senate and House of Representatives on suffrage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate and Mouse of Representatives
United States
Suffrage Petition Coupon Sent to Bertha Coover
Messenger readers supporting woman suffrage are urged by the National American Woman Suffrage Association to sign the petition. Readers should cut out the coupon and mail it to Miss Bertha Coover in London Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messenger
National American Woman Suffrage Association
Bertha Coover
London
Ohio
Bootlegger Scandal Opens in Nelsonville Mayor Wells Probes
Nelsonville police court faced a hectic week chasing bootleggers after a February 10 Reynolds hall dance. About a dozen arrests followed a bootleg liquor surge, with William Cronk convicted on four counts and linking Arthur Kelley Jr and Joe Jenkins. Frank Davis from Buchtel sparked a mass brawl as police investigated causes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckeye
Nelsonville
Reynolds’ Hall
William Cronk
Arthur Kelley, Jr
Joe Jenkins
Frank Davis
Buchtel
Wells
Four New Autos Arrive In Athens This Week
Four new automobiles have landed in Athens with three Reos and a Ford touring car already seen on streets. Neighbors N J Wolfe J J Sissiler received two touring Reos and Carl Puller the roadster. D Hopkins already owns a Ford touring car. R C Patton begins constructing a garage on Carpenter Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. J. Wolfe
J. J. Sissiler
Carl Puller
D. Hopkins
Athens
R. C. Patton
Carpenter Street
Soldier Barks at Death Plot in Kemp Veteran Sees Cure
J A Stone of Kemp Texas, Civil War vet, recalls fearing a death plot but finds relief after using Dr King's New Discovery. He cites a stubborn cough and weight loss to 120 pounds before recovery, now weighing 178 pounds. The account emphasizes a dramatic health restoration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barks
J. A. Stone
Kemp, Tex
Dr. King
Cigarettes Imported to Germany Restricted by Duty Rise
The import of cigarettes into Germany was allowed for a short period only as the duty was increased from 270 marks. The move aimed to curb cross border trade and raise revenue while monitoring consumer access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Local Sub-District Convention Elections Planned
The Ottio U. M. W. of A sub-district No. 1 in Athens County will hold its convention in this city starting Tuesday March 16. The session will review auditor and teller reports, consider constitution changes, and address grievances. A new election by popular vote will choose president vice president secretary treasurer and three auditors with numerous candidates listed from Glouster, Circle Hill, Carbon Hill and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottio U. M. W
Athens County
Joseph Richards
Glouster
John Moore
Rendville
Thomas Oliver
Circle Hill
Joseph Evans
Orbiston
Thomas Winting
Latrig
H. A. Lanning
Matchford
John Sheppard
Buechtel
Frits Schwalbach
Robert Mason
Shawnee
Frank Newman
D. W. Wallace
Hollister
Elmer Stephenson
Athens
T. J. McCollister
Carbon Hill
Chester Stargil
Carbondale
B. H. Gallagher
Jacksonville
P. C. Geyer
Grosvenor
B. F. Sturgill
William Simmons
Modee
Sam Dunnett
J. C. Beerman
Murray City
Thomas Sweazy
Ed Spears
Chauncey
Art Riley
Marion Zariey
Witliem Robinett
A. BR. Smith
Buchtel
Thomas Leroy
W. H. Williams
John Davis
Hemlock
H. E. Robinett
Marshfield
Emerson Peart
Lewis Cook
Nelsonville
August Olsen
Circle Hilt
W. H. Watkins
Melvin Sommers
Gore
Fred Webb
I. A. Blosser
O. A. Donley
Thomas J. Perry
Thomas Paskell
Francis May
the Mains
Peter Forsbach
Corning
Walter Land
Charles Connors
Deanville
Henry Collins
W. A. Prammer
Trimble
Williams. James
Carl Arndorf
A. B E. Bay
Joseph McCarty
B. F. Gibba
Frank Nixon
Alfred Stevens
Platchford
William Roberts
Hocking
William Hicks
J. L Cheeseman
Alfred Conley
Charles Sharp
Pleasanton Residents and Visitors Observe Spring Realities
Miss Laura Parker travels to Cincinnati to study spring millinery fashions while Rev. Atkins conducts his regular church service. Ray Morrison of Athens visits his parents in town. Clarence Mercer of Wood County visits his father Milton Mercer. Asbury Carsey and son Quinn visit M F E Pierce’s home on business. The Beal children recover from illness at their grandparents’ home near Pates church. Edith and Pertha Ator visit Mooretown grandparents. Clinton Pennett visits uncle Pearl Perry of Sugar Creek. Joe Bush of Detroit visits his father Rev. W Bush. Ohio Fuel Supply Company is leaving land nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Morrison
Athens
Geo. Morrison
Clarence Mercer
Wood County
Milton Mercer
Asbury Carsey
Quinn
Judson
M. Pierce
Elmer Beal
Pates Church
Mieses Edith
Pertha Ator
Tra Ator
Mooretown
Clinton Pennett
Pearl Perry
Sugar Creek
Joe Bush
Detroit
Mich
Rev. W. Bush
Ohio Fuel Supply Company
Merchants Meet Tonight At Aths Retail Merchants
A meeting of the Ath ens Retail Merchants Association is set for 7 o'clock tonight. The gathering aims to discuss important business matters affecting local merchants and downtown trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Retail Merchants’ Association
Importantbusiness
Alumni Banquet Draws Ohio University Attendees
Prof. C. L. Martzolff heads to Pittsburg for the Pittsburg alumni banquet of Ohio University. Judge K. D. Sayre and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence G. Wor satel will also depart Saturday to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Martzolff
Pittsburg
Ohio University
K. D. Sayre
Lawrence G. Worsatel
Permits to Wed Mentioned for Alber Andercenski and Johanna Kostal
The notice records Alber Andercenski a 29 year old miner and Johanna Kostal aged 15 from Jacksonville seeking marriage permits. The fragment notes 6th parties were born in Roissia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alber Andercenski
Miner
Johanna Kostal
Jacksonville
Roissia
Perry County Declared Day in Local Option Case
The Perry county local option contest saw circuit court uphold Judge Wood and sustain the Athens county common pleas ruling that the October 2 election under the Rose law was legal. Saloons must quit. wets plan appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Wood
Circuit Court
J. M. Wood
Athens County Court of Common Pleas
Perry County
New Lexington
Supreme Court of
Ohio
Cherrington
Jones and Walters
Cfrenit Court
Common Pleas Court
Local Notes and Visitors Highlight Weekend Activities
Miss Emma Humphrey of Gulfport Mississippi visits relatives here. Mrs John Staten and children of Portsmouth visit her mother Mrs Josiah Wise. A C Davis attended funeral of Samuel R B Hill at Harmony. Carl Gagain leaves for Sheberman Falls Wisconsin for foundry work. Wm Joss makes a business trip to Athens. Clyde Scott of Marietta plays piano for Coolville Art Club dance. Mr and Mrs Ray Reeder of Belpre board here while Mr Reeder works for Home Telephone. William Young of Muscatine Iowa returns home after visiting his mother Mrs Henry Milhoan. Marie Buck of West Virginia visits relatives. Mrs G H Walden and children of Pomeroy visit. Monroe Starkey returns to Route No 4 after illness. Missionary Tea at Wm Walden’s raises fourteen dollars. S Maxon of Parkersburg at home a few days. Young folks attend surprise party at F P Dinamoore’s. Rev Parking in Kingston assisting Rev Stone in revival. Dr C Snow of Athete does veterinary work. Wim Walden and Dr A F B Lawrence testify before grand jury. A E Mickle of Amenville on business. Dr W Grinder ill with rheumatism. C O Smith in Parkersburg on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Humphrey
Gulfport
Miss
John Staten
Portamouth
Josiah Wise
A. C. Davis
Samuel RB. Hill
Harmony
Carl Gagain
Sheberman Falls
Wis
Wm. Joss
Athens
Coolvile Art Company
Clyde Scott
Marietta
Ray Reeder
Belpre
Reeder
Home Telephone Company
William Young
Muscatine
Iowa
Henry Milhoan
Marie Buck
West Virginia
G. H. Walden
Pomeroy
Monroe Starkey
Tuesaday
Wm. Walden
Maxon
Parkersburg
F. P. Dinamoore
Parking
Kingston
Rev. Stone
Dr. C. Snow
Athete
Wim. Walden
A. FB. Lawrence
A. E. Mickle
Amenville
W. Grinder
O. Smith
Col Moore Dies At Marietta Home
Col T W Moore prominent Marietta citizen dies after a several week illness at his home. He served as vice president of the First National Bank and held trusted posts in county finance and local institutions. Funeral arrangements not yet announced. He was a relative of Mrs J D Brown of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marietta, O
Col
T. W. Moore
Washington County
Ohio
Athens State Hospital
Moore
Mre
J. D. Brown
Tragic Death Near Cheshire Tracks
James Clark a Black man was found dead beside Hocking Valley tracks near Cheshire. A broken whiskey jug and reports he started home intoxicated suggest he was struck by a train. His wife and several children live in Bidwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Clark
Hocking Valley
Cheshire
Bidwell
Beer shipment leaks in depot study hymn books at Eaton
In Eaton Ohio and Preble counties residents cannot buy beer, yet shipments arrive. A box containing hymn books leaked across the floor of the Pennsylvania freight depot, illustrating stray alcohol and religious item mix ups in transit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaton, O
Eaton
Preble Counties
Pennsylvania
Will Drill for Oil Near Harrisonville
Three carloads of oil well machinery arrived at Mason and are being unloaded for hauling to Harrisonville to begin drilling at once. The equipment belongs to George A. McLoughlin of Marietta who holds 10,000 acres in the area. The project aims to test the oil prospects with a thorough drilling program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Mason
Harrisonville
George A. McLoughlin
Marietta
Aida
Death of Captain Parker in Athens and Meigs counties
Captain Nathan Parker dies at his home in Cincinnati. A cousin of James I of this city, Parker was a well known figure in Athens and Meigs counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan Parker
Cincingath
Parker
James I
Athens
Meigs Conation
Two Homes Going Up on North Congress and Morris
J F P Robine has the contract for a modern eight room frame house on North Congress street and J FP Phiplipa is contractor for a similar house on Morris avenue with work to begin at once under Ben Covert supervision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O Moore
Congress Street
Ohce
Robbine
Ben Covert
Morris Avenue
Jfpo Phiplipa
Judgment for Skinner over beer sale dispute
Justice J. W. Jones of township presided in the common pleas court where Thomas Skinner won a civil judgment against H. G. Giteon for 36.75 with interest from May 1, 1908, for beer sold. The judge ruled in Skinner's favor and the case was appealed to a higher court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wents
J. W. Jones
Township
Thomas Skinner
H. GG. Giteon
Common Pleas Court
Torbeer
Justice Jones
Skinner
Dani
Inventor A J Dette Patents Collar and Home Fastener
Mr A J Dette, who left here about a year ago to teach in Indian territory, has developed a collar and home fastener. He has patented the device in the United States and Canada and has spent six weeks in Canada arranging manufacturing. He recently visited his parents in Lodi township and had been a industrial teacher in Chamberlain, Athens county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Detne
Chamberlain
Athens County
Lodi
Dette
Canada
Elephant and horse burden ranges noted
Historical reference states an elephant bears 1800 to 2500 pounds of load while a horse carries 9 to 350 pounds, illustrating relative animal burdens.
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Fleanor Francis
New York
American Phone and Telegraph CO
Bel
Boston News Bureau
Department of Commerce and Labor
Bell and Independent Telephone
The
Tele
Bears
Astorifa
California
Washington
Oregon
Hocking Valley Ticket
Mayor Wells
Pleasanton
Laura Parker
Cincinnati
Rev. Atkins
MFE
Circuit Court OF
Coolville
Col. Moore
Buckbee
H. A. Haning
Lawrence & Bran
Fire and Life Insurance
J. S. Basom, D. D. S
SouTh Cour? Street
Capt. Parkers
Coshocton
Mary Smith
John Smith
Pennsylvania Freight Office
William Wright
Sond Msdad
Corte Ge Ga
Miath Street
Wested States
Washington, D. C
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