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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1919

Page

3

Nelsonville housing and farm for lease near Carbondale

A small six room frame house with good cellar barn and outbuildings near a school and church is offered for lease with 60 adjoining acres at $300 per year. Additional notices list residents visiting Nelsonville and surrounding towns including Miss Irma Wright from Logan and Miss Louise Hyde from Columbus.

Nelsonville Carbondale J. P. Huddy Nelsonvile O. R.D Navy Alice Mulligan Columbus Walter Sanders Ted Jack Millfield Irma Wright Logan Mae Stratton C. H. Bartlett Mar Marietta Beverly Wilson Fagley Zanesville Neil Preston O. U Clifforders Eulalia Hoch Louise Hyde Columbus School For Girls Bertha Higgins

For Sale Jane Wade Property on East High Street

For sale Jane Wade property consisting of a house and adjoining lot on East High street. Inquire of W WARNER in Nelsonville Ohio. 21-7-p.

Jane Wade East High Street Ee Warner Nelsonville Ohio

Lost fifteen dollars reward notice

Lost fifteen dollars in currency between post office and Nelsonville. Reward. Notify Marie Martin at C. D. Shafer & Co. by February 22.

Poat ‘Office Nelsonville Marie Martin C. D. Shafer & Co

For Sale Two bargains if sold at once single or both

Brick building on a 60 by 132 foot lot offering two bargains. One lot priced at 20,000 with the building brick on the lot. Inquire at this office for particulars.

For Sale Household Goods by Mrs Martin

Private sale starts today at 345 Fort Street. Mrs Jack Martin leaves the city and offers all kinds of household goods for sale direct.

Jack Martin Fort St

Bumgardners Host Noon Dinner for Guests

Mr and Mrs William Bumgardner entertained with a twelve oclock dinner Friday honoring Mr and Mrs Vern Agin of Linnens Missouri. Covers were laid for the honored guests including Mrs Frank Primmer and Elsie Janis of Logan.

William Bumgardner Vern Agin Linnens Missouri Frank Primmer Elsie Janis Logan Nick Hawk Charles Farrow Mary Ellen Floyd Courtney Charles Kenneth Oscar Bates Daugters Thelma Alice Misses Pearl Mildred and Dorthy Donald Bumgardner

Party at Chestnut Street Featured Ruth Herrold

Ruth Herrold hosted a Friday evening party at her Chestnut Street home with games and music lasting late. Fourteen guests were listed among attendees along with additional attendees including Mr and Mrs McMarrow and several families and neighbors.

Ruth Herrold Chestnut St C. M. McMarrow Leola McMarrow Wilma Virginia Herrold Marie Gladys Fiske Murial Fiske Pearl Fiske Athelyn McMarrow Irma Jones Elizabeth Jones Ruth Mills Ruth McLaughlin Louise Lauderback Kathryn Willings Julia Nichols Margaret Jenkins Ada Klein Pauline Dawson Rachel West Harold Spencer Leroy Klein Fern Silscott Ralph Hartley Clarence Pospichael James Smith James Graham Fred Lauderback Ernest Shannon Robert Herrold William Evans Henry Boudindt Leo Anderson Paul Silscott William Snowden Vaughn Cox

Eastern Star to Convene Regular Meeting Tuesday Evening

A regular Eastern Star meeting is set for Tuesday night at seven o clock. Members are urged to attend in good numbers.

Important meeting of Childs' Conservation League

The Childs Conservation League will hold a meeting Tuesday at 2 o'clock in the YMCA. A good program has been planned and all members are urged to attend.

Coch Childs’ Conservation League

Slumber Party Hosted by Miss Lucile Stalter

Miss Lucile Stalter hosted a slumber party Saturday night. Guests included Miss Vesper Shafer of Ambus, Miss Irma Wright of Logan, and Misses Claudine Uhrig Esther Vorhes Helen Oblinger and Doras Parks.

Lucile Stalter Vesper Shafer Ambus Irma Wright Logan Claudine Uhrig Esther Vorhes Helen Oblinger Doras Parks

Missionary Society to Elect Officers at Presbyterian Church

The ladies of the Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church will be entertained by Mrs. Charles Tedrow Tuesday afternoon. This important meeting will include the election of officers and other business, with a good attendance desired.

Presbyterian Missionary Society Ladies of the Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church Charles Tedrow

Frances Willard Memorial Services Held at Local Home

The W C T U schedules Frances Willard memorial services at Mrs C H Terry’s home on West Washington street at 2 P M. A special program is planned with a silver offering for the memorial fund and a large attendance is desired.

Frances Willard C. H. Terry West Washington Street

Funeral held for Wm Dunnett in Glouster

L R Andrrews was in Dayton for business. The funeral for Wm Dunnett, whose death was reported in the Messenger, was conducted at his home Sunday afternoon by John B Dickson of the Church of Christ. Interment followed at the city cemetery. He leaves a widow and seven children.

Wm. Dunnett John B. Dickson Church of Christ

Mrs C V Milter Dies After Lingering Illness

Mrs C V Milter aged 68 died Saturday evening at her Spring Street home after a lingering illness. Funeral or other arrangements will not be announced until word is received from relatives in North Carolina.

C. V. Milter Spring Street Vo YO Eehla North Carola

Minnie Duncan Leaves After Visit With Parents

Miss Minnie Duncan ends a two day visit with her parents Mr and Mrs W H Duncan and returns to Columbus Monday.

Minnie Duncan W. H. Duncan Columbus

Funeral services held for Mrs Dalmah Hilt in Jacksonville

Funeral services for Mrs Dalmah Hilt age 68 were conducted at the U B church in Jacksonville yesterday afternoon at 2 o clock with burial in Russell cemetery. Hilt, a longtime Jacksonville resident, died suddenly, shocking many friends in the town.

Dalmah Hilt Jacksonville U B Russell Cemetery

Miss Vera Achauer Returns From Visit in New England

Miss Vera Achauer returned Saturday from an extended visit with Mrs. Clifford Ladd at Mansfield Massachusetts. She also visited Boston Massachusetts and Hartford Connecticut.

Vera Achauer Clifford Ladd Mansfield Mass Boston Hartford Conn

Rural life in Glouster as telegraph and depot close

Glouster saw a day of disruption as the telegraph office closed all day and the depot shut after No. 6 arrived in the afternoon. Officials hope protest actions in Washington over the change are addressed before next Sunday.

Glouster No. 6 Aldi Washington

Opera tonight Fourth Chapter Iron It

Opera tonight features the fourth chapter in the cycle with Hyland in a leading role and evening performances listed as part of the program.

Eves? Hyland

Letter From Private Rupe Describes Front War Experiences

Migg Blanche Rupe receives a 1919 letter from her brother Private John R. Rupe of the 166th U.S. Infantry Supply Company. He recalls Armistice timing, movements in Germany, battles in Luneville Lorraine Baccarat and Chatillon Thierry sectors, a wish to return home, and life aboard the Rhine with Edward Benhaus, amid snow and electric lights. He hopes to be home within months.

Migg Blanche Rupe John R. Rupe 166Th U. 8S. Infantry Ted Oberwinter Germany Henry R. Walby Luneville Alence Lorraine Baccarat Chateau Thierry Sherman Edward Benhaus Rhine

Bargain Prices From H Brooks Store Ad

An old newspaper ad lists everyday grocery and household items with reduced prices. Star Naptha Washing Powder 5c per cake, Star Soap 8c, Old Dutch Cleanser 25c, good rice 10c per lb, milk 16c, lard 38c, salt meat 30c per lb, oleo 85c per lb, sausage 30c per lb, seeded raisins 12½c per lb, prunes 20c per lb, steel cut coffee 80c per lb, big jar pickles 16c per lb, Argo starch 25c, canned beets 18c, cracked hominy 6c per bushel, toilet paper 5c.

H. Brooks Clarks Oo N. T

Brest Records Fast Troop Discharges in World War I

Brest led a wartime race for home ports with record troop discharges and swift ship turnovers. Leviathan trips to Liverpool set speed records with 10,388 troops discharged in 29 hours and quick coalings. amid influenza, storms, and a harsh logistics era, brigadier general Butler organized relief for 1800 men overnight, showcasing resilient camp spirit and Schwab commendations.

Lowell Mellett United Press The Brest Berlin Bordeaux St Nazaire Havre Marseilles Boulogne Calais Leviathian Liverpool America Simms Camp Pontanezen Bern von Steuben Louisville Butler 130Th Marines Camp Pontanescn Charles M. Schwab

Wilson signals U S entry into league of nations push

President Wilson expresses confidence Congress and the public will back joining a league of nations as essential to lasting peace. He plans to address the country after Paris conference and may travel to France again after March. He also cites Russia as a key roadblock and notes a near grounded George Washington off Cape Ann, dodged by escort Harding.

Robert J. Bender United Press Boston Wilson Congress United States League of Nations America United States Senate Washington Senate Foreign Affairs Committee France Francis House Europe Russia George Washington Hatchers Island Cape Anne Harding

Foster Returns to Health After Seven Weeks Absence

Congressmen elect I M Foster briefly appeared in public on Saturday driven by his doctor, signaling a cautious return from seven weeks confinement as officials noted his duties and timeline for resuming work remains unclear. Ruler of a British colony is killed in official dispatches from London reporting the Amir of Afghanistan assassinated.

I. M. Foster Attorney Foster London Afghanistan

Feudist Habibulah Khan Becomes Afghan Amir in 1901

Habibulah Khan ascends to the Afghan throne in 1901 at age 46. The accession marks a new era for Afghanistan’s monarchy.

Habibulah Khan Amir Afghanistan

French substitute for glass coating metal lattice

A French substitute for glass is described as light metal lattice work coated with a non inflammable film.

Pianos Sold Fast After Messenger Ad Boost

T C Green a veteran piano salesman used the Messenger to sell two second hand pianos. He paid 65 66 cents for three insertions and shortly after the first insertion a buyer from Coolville called. He loaded the pianos, traveled east, and returned with 470 dollars in cash.

T. C. Green Coolville Mr. Green

Change in Local Implement Firm

The firm Brooks & Hibbard at 16-18 EB State St. becomes Brooks & Fierce after Guy J. Fierce of Trimble acquired a half interest. H. W. Brooks remains active to expand the business, now one of the region’s largest farm implement dealers. Fierce, formerly in Trimble lumber, will move to Athens and oversee growth.

Brooks & Hibbard State St Brooks & Fierce Guy J. Fierce Trimble H. W. Brooks Brooks Fierce Fie Athens

Athens High to Stage Roof Garden Revue March 6 at College

Athens High presents a Roof Garden Revue at the college auditorium on March 6 and 8 featuring sketches and stunts, six colored waiters in blackface, dance numbers by young performers, and a new high school band under Principal McCormick.

Roof Garden Athens High School College Auditorium Academy of Acting Athens High Russell Rupp Academy James Hawkins Carl Brooks Homer Baird Baker Young Carl Wilson Floyd Wolfe Harold Graham Jean Gist Jubiee Anonag Floyd Brown Paul Hall Harold Liggett Richard Daggett Normandy Grace Roush Grace Richardson Lenora van Dyke Mary McGrainer Vercoe Murphy James Basom Llewellyn Evans

Paderewski Calms Crowd During Warsaw Demonstration

A group of unemployed staged a protest outside the Bristol hotel where Premier Paderewsky stays in Warsaw. They cried out they were starving and demanded food and work. Paderewsky spoke about the Entente commission's aid efforts before the crowd dispersed.

Warsaw Bristol Paderewiski Entente

Market Report Notes Mixed Prices and Poultry Shift

Feb 24 market notes show creamery produce at extra 56c and Guineas around 96.50 with selected goods. Poultry prices rise by two to four points, while other items slide. Deluns price movements not fully clear.

Pittsburg Livestock Market Report Difficult Read

Vague figures from Pittsburg Pennsylvania dated February 34 show cattle numbers around 100 with a slow market. Prices listed include prime 18.00, common 33.00, veal 16.60, sheep and lambs 13.00, beef types 17.96 to 18.00, with several totals and roughs around 16 to 19 dollars and several higher category totals.

Union Stock St Hoge Eaeves Ateet Ewer Veuin Lambs vntresuRna Pittsburg

Cincinnati Cattle Market Receipts and Prices Reported

Cincinnati cattle market notes show receipts around 1800 with weak demand for mince around 16.60 to 17.00. Hog prices steady near 11.00 to 11.60, with packers and butchers paying about 11.00 to 11.50. Extra steer and heifer figures listed at roughly 16.50 to 17.60.

Cincinnati

Local College Gas Prices Reported Across Campuses

Princeton station reported a gallon at 3.88 dollars while Lima and South Lima posted 3.88 and 2.88 respectively. Indiana priced at 3.28, Wooster at 2.58 and Plymouth at 2.33 dollars per gallon.

Princeton Lima South Lims Indiana Wooster Lymouth

Chicago Produce Market Butter and Cheese Prices Report

Chicago produce market listings show butter creamery at 84 cents with standards 49 to 44 dollars? unclear. riggs-ordinaries firsts 87 plus 68 cents. cheese twins 25 cents to 25? cents, Young American 75 percent plus 26 cents. Live poultry price listed at 80 cents.

Cmicago

Toledo Grain Closing Prices Report

The Toledo market lists corn values at No. 8 cash $1.34 and $1.35, oats Standard white 62%c, barley No. 2 $1.00, clover seed February $24.90 and March $24.40, April $30.60, Alsike March $17.00, Timothy new cash $4.65, old cash oats February $4.65, April $4.76 and May $5.72, October $5.35.

Toledo Timothy

Flu Ravages Trimble With Eighty Infected

Flu outbreaks sweep Trimble affecting eighty people though deaths remain at two. Physicians report many expected to recover. most patients are youths including six year old Charles McKinley, son of Deputy Sheriff Pete McKinley. Funeral held yesterday for William Dunnett, 35, who died Thursday at Bio Bente in Glouster leaving a wife and seven children.

Trimble Charles McKinley Pete McKinley William Dunnett Bio Bente Glouster

Appointment of Executor for Mary H. Fuller

Joshua R. Sands has qualified as executor of the estate of Mary H. Fuller late of Athens Ohio deceased. Dated this day of February 1929. H. T. P. Sede Praha Judge of Said Court.

Joshua R. Sands Mary H. Fuller Athens Ohio H. T. P. Sede Praha

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