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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1924

Page

3

West End P T A Meeting Tonight in Nelsonville

West End Parent-Teacher Association holds its regular monthly meeting tonight at the West End school. A fine program is planned and a real live entertainment is promised for all parents and patrons. refreshments will be served. Nellie, daughter of a local family, is ill and being treated in Columbus at the Franklin County Sanitarium.

Wist End P. T West End West Achoovelock Nellie Columbus Franklin County Sanitarium

Engineers Meeting Attendance in Columbus Reports

Ed Tucker Ed Rhoades James Coleman and Alex Nelson attended a engineers meeting in Columbus on Sunday to participate in discussions and professional exchange.

R. R Ed Tucker Ed Rhoades James Coleman Alex Nelson Columbus Engineers

Willing Workers Class Home Social At Mrs Murphy's

The Willing Workers class of the Christian Sunday School gathered at Mrs. Frank Murphy's on Poplar street for a pleasant social hour with refreshments after a roll call of thirteen members.

Bereans Hold Fine Sunday Class With Seventy Members

The Bereans gathered for a Sunday session with 70 men present. The Berean orchestra provided music and the teacher Ed Wallace delivered a good message to the class.

Bereans Berean Orchestra Ed Wallace

Rainbow Class Leads Christian Sunday Service

The Rainbow Class of the Christian Sunday School and guests conducted the Sunday evening service. Miss nee Lax presided, Mrs S S Lane absent, Mrs G Mechem offered prayer, Olive Gilbert violin solo, Mary Frances Anscoe sang The Garden of Prayer, readings by Frieda Smith, talks by Olive Morrison Merle Gilbert Georgia Warner Pauline Donley, plus music by Eugene Mellinger and a cornet solo.

Christian Sunday School Christian Nee Lax S. S. Lane Siyrad Love Mary Vrances Anscoe Rainbow Frieda Smith Olive Morrison Merle Gilbert Georgia Warner Pauline Donley Eugene Mellinger A. G. Mechem

Installation of A's Officers Held at Regular Meeting

At Friday evening meeting January 11 Mattie Sheckley served as installing officer. Lulu Senders Ollie Siebert Etta McKibben A C Etta McKibben V C Dora Smith A V C Goldie Kuhn Warden Emma Waugh conductor Tizzie Scott outside Sentinel Della Robo Inside Sentinel Gertrude Frank J C Bertha Ray A P C Mary Kay trustee Ethel Hayden pianist.

TD. of A’s Mattie Sheckley Lulu Senders Ollie Siebert A. C Etta McKibben V. C Dora Smith Goldie Kuhn Emma Waugh Tizzie Scott Sentinel Della Robo Gertrude Frank J. C Bertha Ray Mary Kay Ethel Hayden

Mrs Lautra Powers Passes Away at Logan Residence

Mrs Laura Powers aged 81 and wife of John Powers formerly of Carbon Hill died at home. A member of Eudora Chapter O F S No 72 she leaves a husband two children and her parents. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon.

Lautra Powers Laura Powers John Powers Logan Carbon Hill

Moses Breeze Draws Large Crowds at Presbyterian Church

A large and appreciative audience welcomed Rev. Moses Breeze at both Sunday services in Nelsonville. Breeze, a well known Presbyterian minister, attracts crowds with his advertised appearances and has many friends from his various visits to the town.

Moses Breeze Presbyterian Church Rev Breeze Rev. Breeze Nelsonville

Edith Stiers Sings Open Gates to The Temple at Service

Edith Stiers performed Open Gates to The Temple during a local writing service. The event featured a solo vocal rendition and concluded with audience appreciation.

Edith Stiers

Nelsonville Defeats New Lexington in Local Game

Nelsonville High School boys basketball defeated New Lexington High School 25 to 9 on the local Y floor. A lively crowd watched as Nelsonville kept control and delivered the win.

Nelsonville New Lexington New Lexington High School

Cosmopolitan Ladies to Assist Night Classes

Missing from Sunday's Messenger is Mrs Frank Gibbs in the list of Cos mopolitan ladies who will assist with night classes.

Frank Gibbs Messenger

Finger Amputation Planned for Leroy Coope in Columbus

Mrs. George Coope accompanies her son Leroy to Columbus where doctors plan to remove his badly injured right forefinger. The finger failed to heal over time, making amputation necessary.

George Coope Leroy Columbus

Weiland Devore to Leave Tomorrow for Florida Sojourn

Mr and Mrs Weiland Devore plan a trip to Florida starting tomorrow. The trip is described as a brief sojourn with no specified itinerary or duration.

Mrs Weiland Devore Florida

Mrs Roudebush Hosts Cincinnati Guests in Sunday Gathering

Rene Wilson spent Sunday in Mmbus Waitr and Mrs Roy Schnackenburg of Cincinnati are guests of Mr and Mrs C H Roudebush at their home for a social afternoon and dinner with local acquaintances.

Rene Wilson Mmbus Waitr Roy Schnackenburg Cincinnati C. H. Roudebush

White couple returns home after visit in town

Mr and Mrs R C White return Saturday to Parkersburg after visiting here as guests of Mr and Mrs Henry Kelch.

R. C. White Parkersburg Henry Kelch

Citizenship applications surge in Belmont County clerks office

Idle ness in eastern Ohio coal mines drives a flood of citizenship petitions. In the last quarter of 1923 Belmont County Clerk of Courts issued 168 second papers and 222 first papers as many residents seek naturalization.

Clairesville Idlerness Ohio Belmont County Clerk of Courts

Columbus retailer Lowell Fess to speak Tuesday eve

Mr. Lowell Fess of Columbus will address the Nelsonville retail merchants Tuesday evening after a 6:26 dinner at the K of P Hall. He is the son of Senator Fess and an official of the Ohio Council of Retail Merchants and is considered an interesting speaker.

Lowell Fess Columbus Nelsonville K. of P. Hall Fess Senator Fess Ohio Council of Retail Merchants

Women's Auxiliary to Glenford Dugan Post Meets Tonight

The Woman's Auxiliary to Glen ford Dugan Post will hold a regular session this evening and invites strong attendance from members to ensure a productive meeting.

Glenford Dugan Post

Glenn Family Week End Guests Attend Edington Funeral

Mr and Mrs Wallace Glenn hosted the former's parents and sister Mrs W A Glenn of Gallipolis and Miss Hazel Glenn of Columbus over the weekend. Mrs J W Fagley of Zanesville visited Mr and Mrs Tom Barron and Misses Lou and Mable Shafer and attended the Edington funeral.

Wallace Glenn W. A. Glenn Gallipolis Hazel Glenn Columbus J. W. Fagley Mayme McNerney Zanesville Tom Barron Lou Mable Shafer Edington

Athens man fined in Mayor Laxs court

Earl Bean of Athens was fined $19 plus costs in Mayor Laxs' court on Sunday for intoxication.

Earl Bean Athens Laxs

Glouster Rothwell club holds meeting at Mrs Noon home

The Rothwell club met at Mrs. Helen Noon's home with Mrs. Ella McDonald presiding in Mrs. Lou Munden's absence. Roll call of New Year resolutions followed. Mrs Kientz presented a paper on Mesopotamia the Cradle of Civilization. Mrs James was ill and absent for Damascus. Meeting adjourned to reconvene in two weeks with Mrs. LeFavor.

Rothwell Club Helen Noon Lou Munden Ella McDonald Kientz Mesopotamia James Damascus

Kempton Dinner Honors Daughter Sarah with Wedding Bloom

On Sunday January 13 1924 Mr and Mrs C FE Kempton of Trimble hosted a dinner for their daughter Sarah after her marriage to Mr Frank Young on January 12 in Athens. Attending included Mr and Mrs Joe Davis and son Donnie Mrs and Mrs Russell with children of Glouster Master Arnold Wyatt of Athens Mr and Mrs Frank Kempton Mr and Mrs Albert Biddison Mr and Mrs Hugh Chadwell and children Mr John Wyatt and daughter Nora of Trimble.

C. FE. Kempton Trimble Sarah Frank Young Athens Joe Davis Donnie Russell Glouster Arnold Wyatt Frank Kempton Albert Biddison Hugh Chadwell John Wyatt Nora

Death of Joseph Green After Wagon Accident

Joseph Green, 75, of this city, died at Grant hospital in Columbus Sunday afternoon from injuries received Tuesday evening when a wagon tongue struck him after unhitching his team. He had been taken to Columbus hospital Wednesday and later news said his condition was critical. He will be brought home this afternoon with funeral arrangements pending. Survived by three children: Carson Green of Cananvale, Mrs. William Embrey of this city, and Stella Green at home.

Joseph Green Grant Hospital Columbus Green Carson Green Canaanvile William Embrey Stella Green

Trimble Man William Maynard Laid to Rest Request

William Maynard of Trimble died last week at Hurley New Mexico and will be buried in Silver City New Jersey per his prior request communicated by John Antle of Trimble via telegram.

William Maynard Trimble Hurley N. M Silver City N. J John Antle Maynard

Birth of Daughter to Mr and Mrs Elwood Byers Hunterdon

A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs Elwood Byers of Hunterdon on Saturday.

Mrs. Elwood Byers Hunterdon

Miss Blanche McDivitt Returns Home After Visit

Miss Blanche McDivitt goes back to Shawnee Monday after visiting Sunday with her sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Williams.

Blanche McDivitt Shawnee Ernest Williams

Drury Attends State Board of Pharmacy Session

W. R. Drury went to Columbus this morning as a member to attend a session of the State Board of Pharmacy. The board will remain in session until Thursday.

W. R. Drury Columbus State Board of Pharmacy

Allen Family Visited From Columbus This Weekend

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Allen and daughter Hannah Jane of Columbus stayed from Saturday until Monday as guests of Mrs. Hannah E. Allen, Harry Allen’s mother.

Harry Allen Hannah Jane Columbus Mr. Allen Hannah E. Allen

Evangelistic Services Begin at Church of Christ Tonight

Evangelistic Bible services start this evening at the Church of Christ led by Rev. Frampton. A special song service accompanies the event and an open invitation is extended to all to attend.

Church of Christ Rev Frampton

Mrs Tf H May Heads Home From New Matamoras Visit

Mrs. Tf H May returns today from New Matamoras where she had been the guest of relatives for several days.

Tf. H. May New Matamoras

Marmola Prescription Tablets Offered for Weight Reduction

Advert says Marmola Prescription Tablets help weight loss without starvation or exercise. Endorsed by thousands, the ad urges readers to ask their druggist or send one dollar to Marmola Co. in Detroit to obtain the product.

Marmola Co Oodwards Ave Detroit Mich

Logan Church to Host Men’s Club Talk by Rev. Andrew Blackwood

Reverend Andrew Blackwood of an Indiana Presbyterian church will address the men’s club on Friday evening. A supper will be served at the church after the talk. The committee urges each member to invite a guest to the event.

Andrew Blackwood Indiana

Dont Park Here musical opens at Ruble theatre Monday

Billie Chapleau directs Dont Park Here a musical comedy at the Ruble theatre under the local K of P lodge auspices. The show has been a hit elsewhere with finishing touches added Sunday. Chorus numbers feature high school age girls and ticket sales for both nights are rapidly moving.

Billie Chapleau Ruble Theatre K. of P. Lodge

Petrie Reports Paving Delayed Until Spring

James Petrie a Logan contractor with street and macadam paving contracts says work will pause after unloading bricks. Grades and base are ready but operations suspend until spring, with projects in Wellston and Adams County expected to take much of the summer to finish.

James Petrie Logan Wellston Addiiton Petrie Adams County

Post 140 G A R installs new officers at meeting

J. K. Rochester Post No. 140 of the G. A. R. met at its hall Saturday afternoon to install nine newly elected officers. Present were nine of the 36 members. Installed officers included Thomas Collins as commander Zeath Hammond senior vice commander Gil Goslin junior vice commander James Allen quartermaster William Canfield adjutant John Krinn chaplain John Selb officer of the day.

J. K. Rochester Thomas Collins Zeath Hammond Aenior Vce Gil Goslin James Allen William Canfield John Krinn John Selb

Snow Covers Ground as Sleigh Bells Ring on Main Street

Early Sunday morning snow fell and froze into a smooth layer. By noon the season’s first sleigh bells rang as an old fashioned sled, pulled by two prancing steeds, glided down Main Street with a joyous crowd.

Main Street

Death of Lora Powers After Pneumonia Attack

Lora Powers 33 died at home in Logan Sunday afternoon after a weeks long illness. A heart attack ended a pneumonia recovery, wife of John Powers. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Wilson Short and resided in Logan briefly. She leaves parents and husband and two daughters Theresa and Florence. Funeral set for Wednesday at 1 PM at home with Rev J G Spears. interment Oak Grove Cemetery.

Lora Powers John Powers Warner Avenue Powers Wilson Short Logan Fistern Stars Witte Shrine Robehkuts Theresa Manon Florence J. G. Spears Oak Grove L Stout Nelcouville

Infant of Mr and Mrs Heigel Dies at Home Near Enterprise

An eighteen month old child of Mr and Mrs lred Heigel died at their home near Enterprise Sunday morning. The body will be taken to Stoutsville Tuesday for burial with Haeden Undertaking company in charge.

Lred Heigel Enterprise Stoutsville Tesday Haeden Undertaking Company

Ladies of the W I C Install Officers for Year

At the G A R hall Saturday night the Ladies of the W I C installed their officers for the ensuing year. The group invited the G A R to attend and four members accepted. A nice lunch followed the installation.

G. A. Rh. Hall

Local magistrate hears multiple liquor possession cases

W A Henderson faced Magistrate Miller after an affidavit charged illegal possession of intoxicants at a Gallagher avenue barn. Harry Fickle was arrested for intoxication. officers seized a jug and bottles. Blick of near Rockbridge pleaded guilty and was fined. Elick, jailed for inability to pay, faces ongoing proceedings for similar charges.

W. A. Henderson Miller’s Court Henderson Nash and Sines Gallagher Avenue Toelong Harry Fickle Trenderson Fickle Lewis Blick Rockbridge Nash Lines Miller Blick Elick

Relief for dark rings with Lavoptik eye wash aid

Prescription free eye wash mix using camphor witch hazel hydrastis advertised for dark circles and blood shot eyes. Eye cup offered free. Gibson's Pharmacy promotes the product.

Gibson's Pharmacy

Panama Canal May Net Ten Million Annually After 40 Years

Washington figures from the war department project the Panama Canal will fully repay its cost and yield about 10 million dollars in net annual profit within forty years. The 378 million construction price is offset by tolls and auxiliary revenue, with 49 percent of through vessels owned by Americans.

Washington Panama Canal War Department United States Treasury Department

Fragmentary Note on Tax Policy and Public Burden

A brief fragment hints at ongoing or proposed tax policy changes that could affect the public purse. The text suggests concerns about costs borne by taxpayers and potential future adjustments.

Three Days Cough Signals Danger Warns Readers

An advertisement touts Creomulsion as a cure for chronic coughs and colds. It claims Creomulsion soothes inflamed membranes and kills germs, with creosote as the active ingredient and a money back guarantee if symptoms persist after following directions.

Killa Creomulsion Co Atlanta Ady

Coal Shortage Sparks Grate Danger Question

A correspondent asks if the coal shortage presents a grate danger, framing the risk as a threat to heating supply and household warmth as winter tightens.

Williams Treatment claims relief for excess uric acid

Public notice offers The Williams Treatment to combat kidney and bladder issues caused by excess uric acid. It promises relief from rheumatic pains, stiff joints, and fatigue, with a free full size bottle upon sending ten cents for postage and packaging.

Willams Williams Aldrens Dr. DD. A. Williams Co Dept Batts TP East Hampton Conn

Girl baby named Nevada born on fast train in Nevada

Mrs W M Alvitree of New York and her newborn girl were delivered aboard a fast train near Halleck Nevada after the conductor alerted a doctor at Montello. The baby will be named Nevada in gratitude for hospital kindness during the journey. Nevada's nickname quilt shows torn garments repurposed into blankets and clothing by fellow passengers.

Nevada San Francisco W. M. Alvitree New York Halleck Nev Mre Alvitree Salinas Cal Montello Alitree

American Legion Plans World War Museum at Georgia University

The American Legion of Georgia forms an historical commission led by Frank A Holden to collect World War trophies and souvenirs for a permanent museum at the University of Georgia Athens. The project aims to assemble items from the Eighty second and Thirty first Divisions and other E F forces with loans and donations. Captain John Sheerworth will arrange trophies from Britain and France and Miss Moina Michael may join to boost the collection at the Memorial Building.

Gainesville Frank A Holden Clarke County Americaa Legion Heads of Georgia University of Georgia Athens John Sheerworth Georgia United States Moina Michael State Normal School Legionnairers

Sunday Scholar Banquet Honoring Longtime Trinity M. Sunday School Superintendent

Chillicothe Ohio reports John Phillips longtime attorney and 38 year superintendent of Trinity M Sunday School held his fifth annual banquet for the 1923 Every Sunday Scholars. The banquet honors those who attend every Sunday during the year.

Chillicotite John Phillips Trinity M

Week of Prayer Opens at Presbyterian Church Tonight

The Week of Prayer begins this evening at 7 with Miss Blanche Moler leading and Dr. Gamertsfelder explaining Christianity in a Changing World. Mrs. J. B. Hill sings and an invitation extends to all to attend the series.

Presbyterian Church Blanche Moler Gamertsfelfer Philosophy and Ethics University J. B. Hill Brotherhood of Man Prof Peterson Dean McCracken Edward B. Smith Rev Foster

Pact to preserve peace in Oriental Europe nears effect

Rome reports indications that the Italian Yugoslav pact will soon be in effect though not yet officially ratified. The accord aims to preserve the peace of Oriental Europe and involves prominent regional powers.

Rome Europe

Gabriela Van Nunzio Accepts Sailors Federation Lead

Gabriela Van Nunzio accepts leadership of the Federation of Sailors in Milan, reversing a prior refusal and confirming new direction for the organization. The announcement comes as a surprise to members and sets the stage for upcoming governance changes.

Milan Gabriela van Nunzio Federation of Sailors

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