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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
12
Long running disagreement within the Meigs County Red Cross unit ends with the resignation of County leaders and the Home Service Secretary Miss Carleton. The episode centers on tensions between Miss Carleton and Miss Me.
The H Service chief is not in policy due to overlapping duties as two sections are merged by the executive committee. Miss McCoy will continue in a similar role as before.
County health officer Dr. McCullough begins duties in a federal position. The role includes two nurses for public service to be selected and assigned in due course.
The Pythian Sisters of Rutland announce an entertainment headlining Miss Mollie Coming. The event aims to raise funds for lodge activities and community programs, with proceeds supporting local charitable efforts.
A health note touts Pape's Cold Compound for rapid relief from a cold grippe. It claims two to three doses ease nasal congestion head fullness and feverish symptoms and says the remedy acts without assistance and costs only a few cents.
Preparations are underway for a promising event titled Miss Mollie to be staged Thursday evening January 13 in the Rutland high school auditorium. Local residents anticipate an enjoyable program with community participation and light entertainment.
Rev Samuel Dodds of Wooster Ohio directs the Bible Institute with afternoon and evening sessions open to all. organizers cite historical educational and evangelistic aims. A separate report notes Elbert Clark, a Black man, shot twice near his Wylist Hill home. doctors say he is improving and may fully recover. Clark accuses a neighbor amid local tensions. no arrests yet.
The Convention of Sub-district No. 2 of District 6 UMW met in the K of P hall at Pomeroy to confirm officer results. George Cecil of Wellston was named president, J C Hallam of Syracuse vice president, Seth Thomas of Minersville secretary treasurer, with John Hitchens Minersville Val E Brown Pomeroy and M D Richards Wellston as board members. Auditing and Credential Committee includes Thomas Thomas Pomeroy J W Fields Syracuse and W J Davis Wellston.
Tom Price, born in Pomeroy and raised in Kerrs Run, died in Columbus Sunday after living there for several years. His cousin Mrs. BE. D. Jones of Middleport departed Tuesday to attend the funeral.
Another death in Columbus is reported for C. W. Paulin a Pom eroy Bend man and former mill worker who moved with the steel plant from Middleport to Columbus He leaves relatives in Meigs county and was known in local labor circles.
Local ministers applauded as railroads reversed a plan to deny clergy and evangelistic workers reduced fares. The usual blanks are now in agents' hands, allowing clergy with credentials to travel at the former reduced rate.
Club women in Pomeroy push to provide dedicated club rooms for Loyal Legion members as a way to honor defenders of the country. The Legion post seeks control of the armory but has not succeeded. a new Columbus administration may change that.
The Red Cross donated $100 to maintain the courthouse rest room as a useful amenity for visitors and workers. Clinics and meetings make the facility a convenient stop for people coming to town on Red Cross business.
The latest word says Lewis Dis chinger remains in serious condition in a Wheeling hospital days after being injured while working under a street car. His mother, Mrs. Luche, traveled to the city upon hearing of the accident.
Mrs. George Sherman, 67, died at Middleport on Tuesday. The Pomeroy Machine Company largest industrial plant in Bend except Hobson shops laid off 250 of its 325 total employees.
Mrs J F Hurley of Star North Carolina credits Lydia E Pinkham's Compound and Liver Pills with restoring her health after years of monthly trouble and two doctors advising surgery. She says the remedies let her resume work and expresses strong appreciation for the medicines.
Billy the goat hunts through a barn exhibit full of coops to find his friend Toppy the chicken. He recalls rescuing her from a hawk and vows to search until daybreak, noting the crowded cages and the lack of freedom for the birds.
Gwenda finds personal praise in John Neale after her solo and a red rose marks their moment. Fern and Simone mock a social swirl at Little Tim’s studio as Neale longs for a wild freedom away from civilization. The Swedish navy will experiment with shale based fuels and lubricants.
Mrs G P Hicks reports taking four Eatonic tablets relieved stomach trouble and recommends the remedy to others. The ad claims Eatonic cures acidity and gases, aids digestion, and prevents discomfort when taken after meals. Available in tablet form with a money back guarantee via druggists.
Millfield residents share New Year visits with relatives in Athens and Pomeroy. Church activities at Church of Christ include Loyal Sunbeams song service and Bible Study at Mrs. J R Wade’s. Clifford Lee Dow funeral held at M church. School reopens after recess. local social and Masonic meeting notes with guests and oysters.
Pearl Sanders reports two separate robberies on a Columbus street last night. He says armed bandits struck three times, leaving residents rattled as police investigate.
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