Tragedy as Professors Die by Chloroform Duo
In New York City the death of their daughter Gwendolyn Gordy drives Prof J P Gordy and his wife to suicide with chloroform in their Palerno apartment. Gordy, a former professor at Ohio University and State University Columbus, had watched Gwendolyn fade from illness over two weeks.
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New York
J. P. Gordy
Palerno
Gwendolyn Gordy
Miss Gordy
Gordys
James BK. Lough
Bronx
Gordy
Dr. Lough
Dr. Gordy
Lough
R. van Stanvoord
van Stanvoord
Prof
Is. Gordy
Prof. Y
Prof. Gordy
Washington Heights
Gwendolin
Mrs. Gordy
Blanche Black
Florence Post
Dead couple found in house of sorrow after vigil
At 1:45 a.m. Dr Lough and a nurse discovered Prof. and Mrs. Gordy dead in their bed with bedclothes drawn over their heads. Coroner Acritelli and Dr. Weston conducted the investigation, certificates ruling death by own action. Miss Black and Miss Post kept silent vigils in the apartment afterward.
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Miss Black
Miss Post
Prof
Mrs. Gordy
House of Sorrow
Dr. Lough
Lough
Prof. Gordy
Deaths of Dr. Gordy and Daughter Gwendolin
Dr. John P. Gordy, longtime Ohio University professor of psychology and history, and his daughter Gwendolin died by own action, shocking friends. Gordy, born 1851 in Salisbury Maryland, taught at Ohio University 1886 to 1896 then at Ohio State and New York. He authored educational works and was a renowned pedagogue and institute lecturer.
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John P. Gordy
Gwendolin
Ohio University
Dr. Gordy
Salisbury
Wesleyan University
Middletown
Conn
Leipzig University
Ohio State University
Columbus
New York
Athens
W. E. Chancellor
Public Schools
Washington, D. C
Smith
Harvard Law School
Gordy
New York University
United States
Canada
Ohio
Y M C A Woman’s Auxiliary Show Delights Nelsonville
The Nelsonville Y M C A women’s auxiliary hosted a New Year’s program in the city auditorium. Edith Scott and Mabel Monks performed a piano duet and Mabel Chidister sang What the Nightingale Sang. Officers listed include Mrs. J. M. Hyde president and Mrs. W. B. Devore vice president.
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Nelsonville
Edith Scott
Mabel Monks
Mabel Chidister
Ethel Sisson
Nellie Stratton
J. M. Hyde
W. B. Devore
8. N. Poston
H.S. Leyshon
Persistent Complaint of Indigestion and Lying
A concise axiom notes that whether discomfort causes falsehood or vice versa, the problem of truth and health proves stubborn and difficult to remedy. The line hints at irony in moral or physical distress.
President Aids Orphans at Macon Home
A statement from the president of The Industrial and Orphans' Home in Macon Iowa praises Electric Bitters. He notes nine years of use in the institution and claims the remedy improves stomach liver and kidney health, boosts appetite, and strengthens weak individuals. The ad notes a 50 cent price at Wekeo's B Store.
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Industrial and Orphan's Home
Macon
Wekeo
Waterloo Township Fence Fight and Tile Work Begin
An injunction suit seeks to halt a $28.44 fence charge by Waterloo township trustees tied to a fencing dispute between Sarah Ke Dailey and J. M. Steed. Trustee actions allegedly led to costs being taxed to Dailey and placed on county tax rolls. Separately, tile flooring for the courthouse third story, overseen by Terry Turner, started operations with Clerk Nelson’s offices first.
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Sarah KE. Dailey
Waterloo Township
Woodworth
J. M. Steed
Eugene Potter
Dailey
Waterloo
Lewis & Sayre
Terry Turner
Toledo
Terry
Nelson
Wholesale drug firms report spike in narcotic sales
Wholesale drug firms report a 60 percent rise in the sales of morphine, opium, cocaine and other narcotics in the states hardest hit by the temperance wave, especially in the South.
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South
Mrs Bertine Preston and Son Visit Friends in City
Mrs Bertine Preston and her son Phil ip of Logan are visiting friends in this city and Glouster.
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Bertine Preston
Philip
Logan
City
Glouster
Brave Fire Laddies and Arnica Salve Ad
Brave Fire Laddies often receive severe burns while fighting fires and use Buecklen's Arnica Salve to relieve pain. It claims to cure burns scalds wounds cuts bruises and various skin conditions quickly. Available for 25¢ at McKee's Drug Store.
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Buecklen
McKee’s
Local Visitors and Social Notices from Millfield Area
Mrs. Everett Johnson and Miss Josephine Sheline of Dyenville spent time with Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Datt. Miss Lena Lattimer of Hollister visits Mrs. Ray Sanders. Mrs. N. N. Cannon stays at Rockbridge with Lorenzo Shaffer's family. Mae and Belle Adamson of Nelsonville visit Miss Elizabeth Wiemer for New Years. Ethel Feiler of Vincent calls on old friends. Mrs. Hattie Daft of Nelsonville visits. Irene Russell hosts a candy party for about twenty five friends.
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Everett Johnson
Josephine Sheline
Dyenville
J.C. Datt
Lena Lattimer
Hollister
Ray Sanders
N. N. Cannon
Rockbridge
Lorenzo Shaffer
Mae
Belle Adamson
Nelsonville
Elizabeth Wiemer
Ethel Feiler
Vincent
Hattie Daft
Irene Russell
Dean's Ointment Heals Itching Skin Fast
An old advertisement touts Dean's Ointment to soothe itching skin and heal burns without scarring. Claims cure for piles eczema salt rheum and any itching with drugstore availability.
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Dean
Local social notes from Union area visits and gatherings
Miss Rhodo Barker returned Saturday after a week in Columbus. Revival meetings in Marshfield draw local youths led by Rev. Cash. Mrs. Johnson learns her mother is dangerously ill near Amesville. Ralph Barker and Faye Shaulis visit Tick Ridge with Pearl Shaulis family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhodo Barker
Columbus
Bessie Jacoby
Addie
Alice Snedden
Fannie Read
Rockland
Dave McCallister
Nelsonville
Martin Pidcock
Marshfield
William Gabriel
Mone Gabriel
Hermine Walker
Delbert Oxley
Ralph Barker
Faye Shaulis
Tick Ridge
Pearl Shaulis
Cash
George Johnson
Amesville
Norman Saylor
Pennsylvania
Athens
Hull Kittle
Glouster
Chas. Noan
Marietta
Kisworth van Dyke
Athena
Frank Stewart
Carrie
Faye
Jacksonville
Rose Partlow
H. P. Hoodlet
Nelle Hunter
A. B. Cundiff
Parkersburg
G. Hoodler
Nora McClure
Denver
Colo
Ohio Gas & Oil Co
John Boden
Elizabeth Carter
Logansport
Ind
Myra
R. M. Cooper
Phillip Moore
Infirmary Directors Elect to New Officers
The infirmary board elected L. Woodworth as president W. H. Voorhees as vice president and Owen Beebe as secretary. They conferred with Inspector Walters who is updating the county books and gave guidance on duties.
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Infirmary
L. & Woodworth
W. H. Voorhes
Owen Beebe
Blower Appointed Nelsonville Coroner
Coroner J. J. Lane of Nelsonville retires after two terms and is succeeded by Dr. Blower of Glouster. Lane, an old soldier, is well known in the county. Dr. Blower, Glouster's leading physician, becomes the new coroner.
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Blower
J. J. Lane
Nelsonville
Glouster
Lane
Vatican Converts to Hospital for Messina Refiugees
Rome reports 1500 wounded from Messina and Reggio arriving to be treated in the Vatican hospital. Mayor Nathan, a former Mason, arranged transport while Monsignor Mistalley and the pope welcomed the injured. The pope moved through St. Peter’s Basilica and offered consoling prayers, stressing aid since the earthquake and the need to endure.
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Rome
Messina
Reggio
Nathan
Vatican
Signor
The
Free Masons
Monsignor
Red Cross
Basilica of
St. Peters
Notifies Griscom of Fleet Supply Ships On Way
Assistant Secretary Bacon wires from Washington that supply ship Celtic and Culgoa with food medical supplies and clothing worth about 300000 will proceed to Messina. Eight battleships en route to Italian waters are due to arrive from Suez January 14. He asks Griscom to seek Italian government help if any fleet vessels can assist.
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Bacon
Washington
Griscom
Rome
Celtic
Culgoa
Port Said
Mensina
Suez
Fatalities Estimates From Messina Reggio Quake Rise
Foreign officers analyzing ruins on both sides of the straits estimate total deaths near 85 000 to 90 000 with about 40 000 wounded. Signor De Nava puts deaths at 50 000 in Messina 28 000 in Reggio and 7 000 in other towns. Destruction spans 20 miles along Sicily and the mainland.
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Naples
Messina
Reggio
Mesaina
Signor de Nava
Chamber of Deputies
Eathquake
Sicily
Radicena
Earthquake Shocks Raise Straits Between Messina and Reggio
Jan 5 reports show the Messina Reggio strait floor lifted about 1400 feet as soundings confirm the upheaval. Experts place the total wave at Messina at eight feet and double that at Reggio. The article notes the grewsomeness of scenes in the early days.
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Messina
Reggio
Trial of Captain Hains in Bayside Yacht Club death
Thornton J. Hains testifies under cross examination about the murder case in Marblehead hotel hints and years long knowledge of Mrs. Claudia Hains and William K. Annis relation. He recalls not informing Captain Hains until last spring and details of Aug. 15 events.
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Annis
Marblehead
Mass
Flushing
N. Y
Thornton J. Hains
Bayside Yacht Club
William K. Annis
Peter C. Hains
Thornton Hains
Hains
the Waldorf
Bayside
Jesperson
Yacht Club
Captain Hains
Weaver
Broadway
Claudia Hains
Attorney Files Answer In Case Involving Grosvenor and Note
In Marshfield the case of General Grosvenor against I M Foster and others continues as Foster files an answer and cross petition. The document alleges Mrs Scanlan lent the $6800 note to Grosvenor's Continental Press, tied to a controversial Lives of the Presidents project and a history of book swindles. It names Abram P T Elder and claims Grosvenor hired Elder to influence Post Office and Federal courts, with Ros Elizabeth Cleveland among alleged victims. The motion to strike most of the answer is discussed and a court ruling will follow after a Perry county absence.
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General Grosvenor
I. M. Foster
Dorr Casto
Parkersburg
Minerva Scanlan
Foster
Mre. Scanlan
Continental Press
General Gros
Pennsylvania
Elder
United States
Rose Elizabeth Cleveland
Grover Cleveland
Chicago
Cleveland
Eider
Grosvenor
Loteln
Ana Avenor
Perry County
State Finishes Arguments in Night Rider Trials
Forty minutes after court opened today the defense arguments began while Judge Swiggert closed the state's case. Judge Caldwell spoke for the state without fee, citing ties to Obion county and personal regard for the murdered youth. The jury is expected to reach a verdict by tomorrow noon.
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Union City
Tetin
Jan
Swiggert
Caldwell
Obion County
Fatal Belt Break Kills Two at Torreon Mill
El Paso January 6 report Arcadio Gallares chief machinist and Juan Rheves his assistant were instantly killed at the Safe cotton mill in Torreon Mexico when the main belt propelling the machinery broke. Several workmen were injured in the accident.
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el Paso
Tex
Arcadio Gallares
Juan Rheves
Torreon
Mexico
Live Stock and Grain Markets Across Major Cities
A slide of prices from Chicago Cleveland and other hubs shows cattle legs, hogs and calves with varied figures. Wheat corn and oats enter the market while wool and delaine ranges appear in Boston notes.
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Chicago
Cleveland
East Sufpfalo
Pittsburg
Boston
Ohio
Pennesylvania
Abe
Delaine
Indiana
Kentucky
Sunflower Philosophy from Atchison Globe
A satirical column quotes aphorisms and wry maxims about politics and social conduct. It notes that money can sway politics more than debate while commenting on promises, New Year resolutions, Christmas gifts, and marital changes with humorous tone.
Logan Oil & Gas hits gusher on Maffit farm well
The Logan Oil and Gas company shot a well on the Maffit farm in Reading township last Thursday. The well is expected to produce 150 to 200 barrels per day and rose several stories high, with older workers declaring it a gusher.
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Logan Oil & Gas Company
Maffit
Reading Township
Judge Reeves Rules on Demurrers in ARDS Cases
Judge Reeves ruled on two demurrers in ARDS proceedings. In the Kurta v Worstell case the demurrer was overruled, with leave to answer by February 1. In the bidison-Scott case the demurrer was heard and taken under advisement.
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William Kurta
L. G. Worstell
Biddison- Scott
New Coolville cattleman heads home from Washington sale
EB K Stout of New Coolville bought an imported red Angus bull to head his herd. He traveled through Athens last week on the way home from the Washington stock sales.
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EB. K. Stout
New Coolville
Athens
Washington
New Year Greeting to Messenger Readers
A special New Year greeting from the writer extends happiness and prosperity to the Messenger and all its readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Messenger
Mrs Homer Love and children visit relatives in Washington
Mrs Homer Love and her children Carl and Ruby are guests of relatives in Washington Pennsylvania continuing a family visit with relatives in the area.
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Homer Love
Carl and
Ruby
Washington, Pa
Mrs Perry Returns to Springfield After Brief Visit
Mrs. Perry resumed her residence in Springfield after a short visit elsewhere, returning Saturday.
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Mrs. Perry
Springfield
Local residents and visitors noted during holiday season
A string of short notices lists Mrs Eliza Howard and other long established residents of Chawn cey with health concerns and visitors. Names include Miss Duncan Mrs Hart Bergholtz Ohio Mrs Stephenson Jerseyville Will Dewey and family Sherman Self Mid port Racine Mr Holmes Columbus Joe Prits Greenfield Miss Jane Mitchell Correyville John Rivers Joy Ohio and Mr Marto Wellaton visiting Lloyd Martin’s family.
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Eliza Howard
Chawncey
Miss Duncan
Hart
Bergholtz
Ohio
Stephenson
Jerseyville
Will Dewey
Ae. Sherman Self
Midport
Racine
Mr. Holmes
Columbus
Joe Prits
Greenfield
Ohto
Jane Mitchell
Correyville
John Rivers
Joy, Ohio
Mr. Marto
Wellaton
Lloyd Martin
Local Notes Include Visits and Travelers Across Town
New Year greetings and social visits appear as residents such as Mrs Bratton of Scranton and Mrs KR D Perry of Springfield return home. Leffler hosts and guests from Gore and Charleston are noted along with trips to Carbondale and Morgantown.
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Leffler
Rela
Chillicothe
Bratton
Scranton
KR. D. Perry
Springfield
Thomas Lindley
Gore, C
W. Young
Carbondale
Mise Selah Nye
Charleston
W. Va
Harvey Nye
Mayor Unites Milan Bly and Ethel Yeager in Plains
Milan Bly and Ethel Yeager of The Plains were married by Mayor Ponti at home on Couversée Street. It was the mayor’s first wedding since succeeding John Lahugh as mayor.
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Milan Bly
Ethel Yeager
Plains
Siage
Ponti Ba
Couversée
Sisehi
John Lahugh
Educator Coultrap Married at Bride’s Home
Harry M. Coultrap, history professor at the Migin high school and son of Judge H. W. Coultrap, married Anna Will, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A Will, at the bride’s home this afternoon. Both are former Ohio University alumni.
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McArther
Harry M. Coultrap
Migin (i.) High School
H. W. Coultrap
Ming Anna
Ohio University At
Athens
Senator McKee Refuses 200000 Oil Offer Near Belle Valley
Cambridge Ohio December 1 Senator Chris McKee declined a 200000 cash offer from Standard Oil for his oil territory two miles west of his Belle Valley home. The pool has been a lifetime project for McKee who invested his private fortune in wells with daily income around 150 dollars and experts say 50 to 60 wells remain to be drilled yielding profits.
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Chris McKee
Cambridge
Dee
Standard Oil
Belle Valley
McKee
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the State University
Woman's Auxiliary
Nelsonville Y. M. C. A
CeHo Solo
Cerenews
Millfield
UNION
Pope
Pontiff
Cross
Night Rider
Sunflower Philosophy
Atchison (Kan.) Globe
Nyetown
Henry Late
Morgantown
Mrs. Lloyd Martin
Town House
Bizein
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