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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1920

Page

7

DRESSED hogs call 3 on 34

Mrs. er Crawford of Athens R D 4 requests contact by phone number 3 on 34 regarding dressed hogs.

Er Crawford Athens R. D

Clerk of Courts Shot at Roadhouse in Cincinnati Area

John Flaherty 40 a clerk in the domestic relations court was shot in the stomach and head during a New Year party at a Campbell county Kentucky roadhouse across the river from Cincinnati. He says he does not know who shot him and Newport police could not identify a woman who accompanied him to Newport after the shooting.

Cincinnati John Flaherty Campbell County Kentucky Flaherty Newport

Germany argues to shield war criminals from surrender

Berlin reports that the German government seeks to limit surrender and trial of war guilty. Berlin sources say Herr Von Simeon presented arguments to the peace conference, warning that delivering Hindenburg and Ludendorff could trigger internal turmoil and endanger the government.

Carl D. Groat United Press Berlin Germany Herr von Simeon Paris Marshal von Hindenberg Ludendorff Hindenberg Von-@imeon

New Officials Take Office in Glouster and Nearby Towns

Glouster announces new officers led by Mayor C F Wallace and Clerk Reuben Wagner along with council members Lewis Jones Sr Isaac Jones T G McDonald W J Williams E F Skinner L W Ley and board of public affairs O D Eddy Ira Andrews Sam Sunnett. Trimble and Jacksonville also list mayors clerks treasurers marshals and council members as new terms begin. Trimble names E A Johnson C W Wilson C F Danford J Koons and council members I H Gift Joe Jonas Aaron Dew C M Sands O C Leadinghaus Earl E Johnson. Jacksonville lists Mayor Henry Kellner Clerk Paul Frebault Treasurer W A Hawk Marshal Martin Houenstine and council members J W Carter Wm Heiser Wm Kalt David Kinder David Lowry Wm Gibbs. Trimble township Justices of the Peace J W Jones John G Myers E A Johnson. trustees John E Cavey Fred Hawk C L Koons. Clerk G C Fawcett. Treasurer O A McDonald. Constables Henry Williams Dean Bailey Pearl Orndorf.

Glouster C. F. Wallace Reuben Wagner W. A. Pride C. E. Hooks Lewis Jones Sr Isaac Jones T. G. McDonald W. J. Williams E. F. Skinner L. W. Ley Board of Public Affairs O. D. Eddy Ira Andrews Sam Sunnett Trimble J. W. Carter Wm. Heiser Wm. Kalt David Kinder David Lowry Wm. Gibbs Trimble Township J. W. Jones John G. Myers E. A. Johnson Ohn E. Cavey Fred Hawk C. L. Koons G. C. Fawcett

Fred Collins Leaves for League Island Navy Yard

Fred Collins departed yesterday for the League Island navy yard near Philadelphia where he is stationed, following the death of his sister Miss Hazel.

Fred Collins Miss Hazel League Island Navy Yard Philadelphia

Daughertys in Detroit for Dodge Bros business

Mr C A Daugherty and wife are in Detroit this week. Mr Daugherty serves as a local representative for Dodge Bros and is spending several days at the companys main office on business.

C. A. Daugherty Detroit Mr. Daugherty Dodge Bros

Drury Family Brief Return From Army Service

Dr. Roy Drury, released from army service, spent a few weeks with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Drury, and this week went to Akron with plans to travel next to Boston.

Roy Drury E. E. Drury Akron Boston

Murray Brothers Visit Akron Parents For Two Weeks

Charles and Ernest Murray of Akron are spending a couple of weeks with their parents Mr and Mrs Ernest Murray.

Charles and Ernest Murray Akron Mrs

Miss Jennie Cook Visits Corning and New Straits Ville

Miss Jennie Cook spends several days this week with relatives and friends in Corning and New Straits ville. She travels between the two communities to visit family and enjoy local hospitality.

Jennie Cook Corning New Straitsville

Trimble Township Board to Organize in City Building

Newly elected Trimble township trustees and the Trimble township board of education will meet today in the township building to organize. The session is set in this city with officials preparing for formal setup and duties.

Trimble

Council to Organize By Electing President Tomorrow

At tomorrow night’s meeting the council will organize itself by electing a president and Mayor Wallace will announce his committee list.

Wallace

Dempsey Chases Carpentier Fight On American Soil

Henry L. Farrell reports strong signs that Jack Dempsey will defend his title against Georges Carpentier in the United States. promoters expect a one million dollar gate as Dempsey favors America while Carpentier aims to maximize profits on a spring U.S. tour and possible staging in New York with Cochrane’s London contract as leverage.

Henry L. Farrell United Press New York Jack Dempsey Carpentier America France London United States Kearns Descamps Dempsey Cochrane

Phone booths planned for subway platforms for delays

The article notes future subway and elevated line delays may be reported by calling home. Phone booths will be installed in groups on each platform to allow passengers to inform their wives or families of their late arrivals.

Wifey New York

Best Porkers Made. Ohio youth champions named in 1919

Raymond Ebberts, 16, Covington, Ohio, is named champion pig raiser for the second time with two pigs averaging 2.39 pounds daily for 108 days. Other 1919 state winners include Corn by Harold Boltz, Poultry by Carl Bender, Food by Joy Gessler, Clothing by Sarah Conover, Gardening by Fred Grossman, and Potato Growing by Elmer Zepp. Many county winners will receive free trips to Columbus during Week from January 26.

Raymond Ebberts Covington Miami County Ohio State University The Rooters Harold Boltz New Philadelphia Tuscarawas County Carl Bender Urichsville Joy Gessler Utropolis Auglaize County Sarah Conover West Chester Butler County Fred Grossman South Euclid Cuyahoga County Elmer Zepp Columbus

Workers poisoned at dinner served yesterday

Thirty six workers at the H. Black Company garment plant in Cleveland were poisoned after a lunch yesterday. All are employees and none are believed in danger of death. The outbreak is linked to potato salad served with the meal.

Cleveland, O H. Black Company Garment Manufacturers

Brazil Oversees Snake Farm for Antivenom Serum Production

The government runs a snake farm dedicated to producing serum antidote for venomous bites. Researchers help cultivate snakes to extract venom for antivenom development and distribution across medical facilities.

Dark Days As Cleveland Welcomes New Year

Jan 1 report from Cleveland recalls a joyless scene with fear of wood alcohol poisoning and a lack of cheerful beverages dampening the locals for Young New Year celebrations.

Cleveland, O Jan

East Meets West in Pasadena Classic Gridiron Showdown

Harvard faces Oregon in the annual East versus West classic at Pasadena Tournament Park. The game shapes as a national title hint with Harvard's east dominance and Oregon's west pedigree evident in 1919 records and strong opponents.

Pasadena Cal Harvard University of Oregon Oregon Washington State Washington Staters Tournament Park

Adlerika Glycerine Mix Claimed to Prevent Appendicitis

A promotional notice asserts that a glycerine and buckthorn bark mixture sold as Adlerika dissolves accumulated bowel matter in both upper and lower bowels, prevents appendicitis, relieves gas and constipation, and provides instant relief. Henry H. Cotner, a druggist, reports a business man benefited from long standing indigestion.

Henry H. Cotner

Ohio Teachers Association seeks substitute bill to protect teachers

A committee from the Ohio State Teachers Association asks the legislature to reject the Wenner bill and back a substitute measure protecting teachers. The association plans a statewide questionnaire to determine desired protections before drafting a new bill for the legislature.

Columbus, O Ohio State Teachers Association State Teachers’ Association Ohio

Town House Revival Opens With Old Gospel Message

A revival series starts next Sunday evening at the Town House M E church. The church invites all interested in moral social and religious welfare to attend and help make the meeting a success. The message centers on returning to the old Gospel in addressing the rural church problem.

Town House Town House M. FE

Cox Allows Griswold Health Bill to Become Law

Governor Cox said he will permit the Griswold health bill to become law without his signature. The measure amends the Hughes health code to exempt local health commissioners from state qualification exams and from required full time service.

Columbus Cox Hughes State Department of Health

China plans radio service to warn ships of typhoon danger

The government announces a new radio warning system aimed at ships to alert them to approaching typhoons. Officials say the service will improve maritime safety and reduce weather-related risks for commercial fleets and fishing vessels.

License Amendment Notices for Ohio Reining Firm

The Ohio Ricky 4 OU and Reining Company applies to amending its business license. The license records show addition of WM A Moorhead of Athens Ohio as agent. Middleport Ohio is noted as the business location with the amendment date January 2.

Ohio Ricky OU & Reining Company Soras Valley Middleport Recubities WM. A. Moorhead Athens

Christmas Visits Reported Across Local Families

The article lists multiple holiday visits among families. Ben and Mrs. Moore of Golhantia spent Christmas with George Rambo and family, George Whitfield of Columbus with D. J. McKinley family, R. Lewis with Frank Dunlevy’s parents, J. L. Link and children returning to Columbus, Hywwe Mick All Mt Tranns with Charles Williams, and James McKinley visiting from Newport.

Ben Moore Golhantia George Rambo George Whitfield Columbus D. J. McKinley R. Lewis Frank Dunlevy J. L. Link Mekin Mick Charles Williams James McKinley Newport Kinley

Harvard and Oregon Football Open Guarded Scramble

Pasadena, California January 1 Harvard Crimson and Oregon football men prepared for the opening fray. Odds favored Harvard early but shifted as crowds anticipated the game and rivals prepared adjustments. kickoff was set for 3 30 p m coast time as coaches warned of late alibis for a loss in the debut contest.

Pasadena Cal Hov Oregon Harvard Crimson Harvard

Death of Sallie Stevens at Athens State Hospital

Sallie Stevens aged 57 died at Athens State hospital from bronchial pneumonia after two months as a patient. Body was shipped last evening to Portsmouth for burial by Undertaker Dowler.

Hopital Sallie Stevens Athens State Hospital Portsmouth Dowler

New Perforated Shield Guards Bread From Gas Stove Flames

A perforated shield in a new toaster design aims to keep bread safe from direct flame exposure on gas stoves. The feature redirects heat and may reduce scorching while improving even toasting performance.

Sale of Building in Chauncey Dover Township Hall

Notice announces a sale by auction of a two story frame building in Chauncey village, currently used as the Dover township hall. The Dover township board reserves the right to reject bids, with terms to be announced at the sale. Clerk Oscar Simpson, Wrinitind, Ohio.

Pat Jan . Sone Follo Chauncey D. H. North Dover Township Board of Trustees Oscar Simpson Wrinitind Ohio

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