One Wife Secures Decree and Another Starts Action
India J. Tippie files for divorce from Samuel Tippie in common pleas court alleging gross neglect over three years including failure to provide a home and necessities for the wife and two children born from the 1895 Carthage township marriage. The case contrasts with Ohio supreme court reversals in related actions. judgment overruled a demurrer and the defendant faces a dog tax injunction and costs in a separate Athens county matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India J. Tippie
Samuel Tippie
Common Pleas Court
J. M. Foster
Tippies
Carthage Township
Supreme Court of Ohio
Giffen Divorce Granted After Court Hearing
Ella Giffen was granted a decree of divorce from George Giffen Wednesday afternoon after the case had been heard. The defendant is now a convict in the Ohio penitentiary, sent from Hocking county. Court adjourned until Saturday, January 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella Giffen
George Giffen
Ohio
Hocking County
Fine bay team sale and new driving horse purchase
T. G. Robinson sold a fine bay team to N. O Buck and Son for 200 dollars and bought a young driving horse from Mrs. Orin Chappel. The transactions reflect a active horse market with local buyers and traders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. Robinson
N. 8
Buck & Son
Orin Chappel
Happy Message Arrives At Haney Home Christmas Morning
A Los Angeles message announces a 10 pound arrival at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Haney on Christmas morning. Mrs. Haney, formerly Addie M. Bardin, is noted for her work on the Central Avenue church. The Haneys reside at 442 Victor Street, Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Oliver
Haney
Addie M. Bardin
Central Avenue
Victor Street
Counties Use State Aid for Road Improvements
Columbus December 30 reports that every county except Vinton and Holmes has claimed state aid funds for road improvements. Holmes soon notified the commissioner it would accept the money before year end, or return it to the treasury. Vinton refused the aid citing lack of roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton
Columbus
Holmes
Wenders
Mr and Mrs Edward Ferry welcome newborn son
Mr and Mrs Edward Ferry of Woodland Avenue announce the birth of a son on Saturday January 2. The notice records the new arrival as a family event in local society circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Ferry
Woodland Avenue
Nyetown Social Roundup Sees Many Local Visits
Dec 31 1908 Nyetown reports a flurry of visitors and residents traveling nearby. Marvey Ferrell spent days in Job's and Carl Nye plans a Kirkeville return after a visit with home folks. Misses Christine Law Verna Gardner and others vacation with kin across Glouster Strouds Run and Peak Ridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvey Ferrell
Job
Peath Ridgeas
Christian Church
Mrs. Perry
Springfield
Mr Sweeney
Bradley, O
L. D. Shields
Radford
Thisher
Miss Martin
Wellston
Pearl Martin
Will Shields
Gladys Baumgardner
Athena
Wade Young
Joez Higgins
Chauncey
White Halls
Examination dates Adjusted for Holidays
Notice to teachers states examinations will be on the fret Saturday each month, with exceptions for holidays. Boxwell Examinations run on the third Saturday to April and the second Saturday to May, as noted by Clerk Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Christmas visits and gatherings mark local holiday week
Miss Mayme Wharff returned to work in Marietta after Christmas. Edward Norris and family left for Columbus. Fred McKay traveled from Colorado to Washington. Mrs. John Meek returned to Columbus after nursing her father M. L. Ewers, who remained ill. Neisel Grimes and Peter Caldwell visited relatives in town. Mrs. J. B. Nice hosted visitors from Toledo. John Davis family spent Christmas with Mrs. Frank Beebe in Vinton county. Lois Busch enjoys vacation from teaching near Trimble. Delmar Place and Mrs. Chillcothe hosted by Owen Grimes. Mrs. Tom Murphy and Carl visited from Chillicothe. Lewis Hill and family moved from New England. The O. F. Hall Christmas tree and entertainment drew a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayme Wharff
Marietta
Edward Norris
del Norris
Laetile
Columbus
Fred McKay
Colorado
Washington D. H
John Meek
M. L. Ewers
Mr. Ewer
Neisel Grimes
Willis Grimes
Peter Caldwell
Toledo
J. BF. Nice
John Davis
Frank Beebe
Vinton County
Lois Busch
Trimble
Orland McGirr
Little Hocking
Mills
Delmar Place
Chillcothe
Owen Grimes
Tom Murphy
Carl
Chillicothe
M. Murphy
Lewis Hill
New England
O. F. Hall
Distressing Accident Claims Dr J P Lee in Ohio
Dr J P Lee aged about 35 a Rutland physician is dead from an accidental revolver discharge in his Albany Ohio office. He handed a loaded Barage automatic to J L Williamson who grasped the gun as a cartridge remaining fired behind the right ear. The loss unsettles Meigs county and the village mourns a promising young man leaving a widow and child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
J. P. Lee
Rutland
Meigs County
Williamson
Dr. Lee
Edward Lee
Scipio Township
Athens County
Local Social Roundup From Athens and Nearby
Lon Lowry family and Miss Edythe Hays of Hocking visited Mrs. O. R. Lowry in Athens over Sunday. Christmas guests in Athens included T. H. McAdoo family and daughter Madge, J. F. Alexander family and Jennie, W. W. Pratt family. Clara Bolen returned from Albany visit to grandmother Mrs. Martin. George Collins of Parkersburg was in town Monday night. Howard Goodwin of Athens called on friends Monday. Two small children of Nice family and a Bolen child, Rodney Stillwell, and Mrs. John Hardy Mineral seek a resident doctor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lon Lowry
Edythe Hays
Hocking
8. R. Lowry
Athens
T. H. McAdoo
Daugher
Mise Madge
J. F. Alexander
Ter
Mies Jennie
W. W. Pratt
Clara Bolen
Martin
Albany
George Collins
Parkersburg
Howard Goodwin
Nice
George Bolen
Rodney Stillwell
John Hardy Mineral
Hatless Congregation Adopted at Presbyterian Church
The Rev. Thurlow led a hatless worship move at the Presbyterian church after consulting members. At the evening service both Sundays, ladies were asked to remove hats and most complied, pleasing many, especially the men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Thurlow
Infant Florence Johnson Dies at Home on Moore Street
Florence Johnson two weeks old, daughter of Mr and Mrs Homer Johnson, died at home on Moore Street Saturday. Burial held Sunday in the State Street cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
Homer Johnson
Moore Street
State Street
Veterans Hospital at Hot Springs Describes Life and Facilities
In Hot Springs Arkansas at the National Hospital Ward 3 aboard the U S Army and Navy Hospital life is outlined. The writer notes De Soto and early explorers, the land’s history, and a Civil War veteran’s view of hospital routines. The facility features four wards, modern baths, good meals, and care by Capt. Coffin with a policy of dignity and equality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Hospital At
Hot Springs
U. S. Army and Navy
Ward
Ark
the Messenger
de Soto
W. M. Rose
Little Rock
Here
Ozark Mountains
Indian Territory
Louisiana Purchase
Thomas Jefferson
Hunters
Dunbar
Ouachita
Congress
Aslumn
Republic
J. M. Coffin
Grege
Gettysburg
Columbus
John & Spicer
Mint and Steel Fire Production Recalled in 60s
Sixty years ago the use of mint and steel to produce a fire was not wholly unknown. The remark recalls improvised methods from earlier decades when resources were limited and practical tinkering filled gaps in technology.
Women and their health free advice from Dr Pierce
Advertising letter promotes Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a private home remedy for women’s disorders. It claims no examinations are needed, guarantees confidentiality, and warns against substitutes. Contact World’s Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo, New York for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
World's Dispensary Medical Association
R. V. Pierce
Graham's Chapel Community Socials and Visit Highlights
elva sams and family visited james maxwell and william mcclanahan with mary guest. richard phillips spent Christmas with henry phillips family. benjamin maxwell and james mcclanahan hosted. laughlin guests from chillicothe and athens visited c f dillinger. harrison bean from south canaan visited c b robinson. victor carpenter spent Christmas with friends in guysville. fanny and lucille coss and rosa walls from harmony visited maude dillinger. protracted meeting led by rev j bishop. mary phillips teaching at the plains finished a school term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W. Laughlin
Chillicothe
C. W H. Laughlin
Athens
C. F. Dillinger
J. Bishop
Mary Phillips
the Plains
New Year’s Day Visits Reported Across Towns
Mesh Baker and wife were hosted by Mrs. Ellen Lonas on New Years day. Miss Belle Townsend, a nurse at Columbus Bate Hospital, visited Guysville during her vacation. R. W. Hayes and family joined Mr. Mahlon Hayes and kin last Friday. Ollie Bean of Nelsonville stayed at her old home in Guysville with grandmother Lorane Bean. Charles Fresie and wife with daughter visited Mr. R. B. Baker and wife on New Year’s day. F Clark of Bethany vacationed with J. H. Caldwell and family at Tiger Run last Friday. Mrs. Martha Miverd of Piper Run also appeared in these social exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesh Baker
Ellen Lonas
Belle Townsend
Columbus Bate Hospital
Guysville
R. W. Hayes
Mahlon Hayes
Ollie Bean
Nelsonville
Recent Real Estate Transfers in Athens Township and Surrounding Areas
Transfers list in Athens Township and nearby towns shows multiple parcels exchanged. Names include Matt A Fagan, Knos Starkey, Joseph M Wood, Anna Pearl McVay, Wallace W McVay, James E Woodworth, A W Wolf, Harmon Easler, and others with deeds ranging from 0.01 to 32.10 acres and values from $1.00 to $1,500.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Township
Matt. A. Fagan
Knos Starkey
J. P. Wood
Joseph M. Wood
Richland
W. W. McVay
Anna Pearl McVay
Athens
Jm. R. Walker
H. H. Haning
Ih. H. Haning
EB. R
G. H. Walker
Wallace W. McVay
James BE. Woodworth
Wm. Wartham
Ames
A. W. Wolf
Harmon Easler
R. R. Keirns
Wm. &. Keirns
Dover
Wm. Janson
Gertrude Baird
Jacksonville
G. W. Walton
Wyatt W. Plantz
Trimble
John J. Penrod
Clara A. Penrod
York Township
DD. J. Pri¢e
Minnie Koon
Deanville
Nelsonville
Property transfers in Buchtel and lot sale to Schenz
Mary A. Jones transfers part of lot 247 in the Village of Buchtel to E. G. Dower for 350 dollars. Hugh Andrews sells lot 2 to Henry Schenz with no price named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary A. Jones
E. G. Dower
Buchtel
Hugh Andrews
Henry Schenz
Ellis Sells His Home to A E Moore on East State Street
M T Ellis of Ellis & Hibbard furniture house sold his East State street residence to A E Moore. Possession in about thirty days. Moore plans additions to the new and modern house. Ellis exchanged for Elmwood Place lots and will rent apartments in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis
M. T. Ellis
Ellis & Hibbard Furniture House
East State Street
A. E. Moore
Moore
Elmwood Place
Mrs Lucy Hill Sells 114 Acre Crawford Farm Near Grosvenor
Monday Mrs Lucy Hill sold the Daniel Crawford farm of 114 acres near Grosvenor to Warren brothers of this city for about 6500 dollars. She received a Grosvenor street property valued at 2500 dollars as part of the deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy Hill Monday
Daniel Crawford
Grosvenor
Warren Brothers
Hill
Grosvenor Street
Nelson Block Gets New Tenants In South Room
Henry Nelson moved his business into the south room of the Nelson block as it nears completion. Dr. P L Beal the dentist has taken the rooms directly above Nelson's store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Nelson
Nelson
P. L. Beal
Mr. Nelson
Dinner honors 70-year-old father in Stewart
Mrs. Arthur Voorhes hosted a noon dinner Monday in Stewart for her father, Mr. James Hess, aged 70. Eight covers were laid with out-of-town guests Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Brooks of Athens attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart
Arthur Voorhes
James Hess
H. W. Brooks
Athens
Harmony Hill Social Roundup Celebrates 52nd Birthday
Monroe Stephens of Parkersburg visited his niece Mrs. N B Dutton from Friday to Monday. Perry Bingman of Cincinnati Hill called in the area. Mr. and Mrs. James Smith and son Jesse visited Mrs. Smith's parents Mr. and Mrs. J Barrows. Edith Watson hosted Friday night with Susie Linscott. Mr. and Mrs. H S Noland hosted guests Mr. and Mrs George Six of Chauncey and Mr. and Mrs Pete Bess of Red Bush. M N Linscott on business to Porterfield. Susie Fauna Linsecott and Emma Tippie improving from illness. G K Thorp went to Parkersburg Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs T Watson and Edith visited her father E P Dufur in Antioch Sunday. Milo Foster of Littl Hocking visited his aunt Mrs A J Crawford for several days. George McNamee on a Parkersburg trip Wednesday. Harry Yates of Fillmore called locally. M J Hamlin marked his 52d birthday on December 28 with oysters and gifts. a fruit cake from Mrs Cole featured fifty two peach-tree switches symbolizing his years. The gathering was merry and spirited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe Stephens
Parkersburg
N. 8. Dutton
Perry Bingman
Cincinnati Hill
James Smith
Jesse
Smith
J. Barrows
Edith Watson
Susie Linscott
H. Noland
George Six
Chauncey
Pete Bess
Red Bush
M. N. Linscott
Porterfield
Susie
Fauna Linsecott
Emma Tippie
G. K. Thorp
T. Watson
Edith
E. P. Dufur
Antioch
Milo Foster
Littl Hocking
A. J. Crawford
George McNamee
Harry Yates
Fillmore
M. J. Hamlin
Dean's Regulats Trusted By Sulphur Springs Grocer
A. E. Davis a Sulphur Springs Texas grocer reports regular bowel movements after using Dean's Regulats. He says the product relieved habitual constipation and strengthened the bowels, restoring regularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
A. E. Davis
Grocer
Sulphur Springs
Tex
City Council Meets Tonight at 7 in Mayor's Office
The city council will hold its regular monthly session this evening at 7 o'clock in the mayor's office. The agenda includes routine approvals and public comments.
Sprawles Divorce Suit Dismissed at Plaintiff Cost
A divorce action brought by Effie Sprawles against Jefferson Sprawles was dismissed by the court Saturday afternoon at the cost of the plaintiff. In a separate matter, William Shingler versus The Winchester Coal was reset for receivership on February 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effie Sprawles
Jefferson Sprawles
William Shingler
Winchester Coal On
Reget Ak
Taft Addresses Protestant Ministers on Church and State
Taft speaks to Augusta ministers on church influence in civilization and government. He cites Philippine experience, Catholic and other churches, and stresses secular education while preserving church rights. He recalls meeting Leo XIII at the Vatican and says separation of church and state serves the church and the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
Taft Cottage
Robert Wolf
Columbus
Horace EB. Andrews
Cleveland
Taft
Myron T. Herrick
Andrews
Senator Knox
Pennsylvania
Frank H. Hitchcock
Mr. Taft
Philippines
Spain
Leo XIII
Vatican
America
Wright Brothers Sail to Teach Flying Across Europe
Orville Wright left New York on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse to join Wilbur in Le Mans France. He said the brothers would be busy for months teaching new purchasers of Wright airplanes how to fly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orville Wright
New York
Wilbur
Lemans
France
Orville
Wright Aeroplanes
Oil Tank Explodes in Wood River IL Fire
An oil tank with 100,000 gallons capacity exploded at Wood River Illinois causing fires that shook houses and shattered windows five miles away. Watchman Henry Johnson was burned to death in the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Wood River
Henry Johnson
Local residents visit, travel, and events in Coolville area
W B Montgomery confined to home with quinsy. Dean Ewers and Mrs visit Coolville. Harry Biggins, fireman, stays with mother. S J Biddison and wife visit Glouster. Guy Dean, telegraph lineman, guests of father K Dean. Wade Dean returns from Columbus. Dance at L O O F call by Vint Davis and Willis Grimes. Brill family hosts Plumlys, Dickson from Bartlett. James Biggins and Wade visit Pt Pleasant W Va. Helen Pickett visits Grace Charlton. McCann family from nine counties visits. Fred Hawk visits from Chillicothe for New Year’s Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Montgomery
Dean Ewers
Coolville
M. J. Ewers
Harry Biggins
S. J. Biddison
Glouster
Guy Dean
Western Union Telegraph Company
K. Dean
Wade Dean
Columbus
Vint Davis
Willis Grimes
R. L. Brill
Plumly
Chillicothe
Dickson
Bartlett
James Biggins
Wade
Pt. Pleasant
W. Va
Helen Pickett
Athens
Grace Charlton
McCann
Nine County
Samuel Grimes
Fred Hawk
Chillcothe
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Nyetown
J. E. Spicer
Trol Today
Dr. Pierce
Graham's Chapel
Elva Sams
Cliton and
Othe
James Maxwell
William McClanahan
Mary
Joseph Sprague
Rocky Point
Richard Phillips
Henry Phillips
Benjamin Maxwell
James
James McClanahan
Liedin
Rome Center
Crawford
Harmony Hill
J. S. Basom, D. D. S
Onn
Buckeye
Herrick
Mlagetee Toee
Lilli
H.W. Buckbee
Lawrence & Bean. Fire and Life Insurance
ONIO
Via
Ohio Central Lines
Judson Harmon
W.ry
Oo. S
W. RY. East
Bean
H. C. Stevenson
Cincinnati
I A
Washington
Casnow GC
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