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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1920
Page
3
Three antique vehicles offered for quick sale in Nelsonville headlined by two Maxwell models and a Model 75, plus a Light Ford Delivery. All in good condition with bargains for fast purchasers. Contact Square Deal at P O Box 234 Bed Phone 1066. 1-16-3.
Public notice shows names of residents with letters awaiting pickup including Armano John G Cordwell W W Easterling Esther Green Joseph H Hall Ed Hardy Gertie ickman Esta Howell D E Keates H G Sargent C C Lock Maxine Marze Annie Phillips Earl Stillwill Lillian Webbs Raymond Wilson H S Wingman August Young Sarah B.
City elementary teachers petition the school board for higher salaries starting January 1, citing past losses of staff to higher paying districts. The Christian church introduces Miss Mary Agness White of Chicago as music evangelist for upcoming meetings beginning next Sunday the 18th. She brings years of training and a history as soloist with Chicago churches and the Third Reserve Band. The local association reports strong membership growth, with juniors contributing toward dues and boys aged twelve earning their own fees to join.
Joe Jones, colored, received a fine of 80 dollars and costs with ten days suspended for operating a gambling house. Frank Wendell was fined 5 dollars and costs for gambling. Walter Wendell, Hart Wolfe and Walter Inman each drew 5 dollars and costs for the same offense before Mayor Barrows on Thursday.
Rev. Arpee preached at the Presbyterian church last evening on What if Jesus Christ Were Taken Out of the World's Life after a song service. Miss Mary Pensyle sang a vocal solo. Tonight the pastor will speak on Honesty in the final service of the week. The W R C will meet Monday January 19 in the K of P hall for installation of officers. all members urged to attend.
The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist church was entertained at the home of Mrs. John Zellar with Mrs. Robt. Hickman and Mrs. Metcalf assisting. Activities included devotional and program leaders, singing, a review of a study chapter, a map talk on Spanish speaking communities in the southwest, a bank offering service, a leaflet on giving, and a closing prayer. Forty members and visitors attended. Miss Mary Goodspeed and Lena Wolf spent the weekend with friends.
Classified ad notes a kitchen cabinet for sale at once as the owner leaves town. Address 3% Columbus street or call Bell 886 for details. Also advertises radiator repair by C. G. L. Brown at 500 Poplar street Nelsonville. 1-13-7p
The deposit here of your money will be a desirable addition to our business. If you are not now a customer here, we are sure inquiry into our character and standing will induce you to become one. We will cooperate with you and be interested in your affairs. You will be pleased with our Savings accounts and time deposits. All business by mail if desired.
Captain and Mrs F O Schmidt plus Helen Goodspeed arrive Wednesday night to visit relatives. Captain Schmidt sails February 5 for Siberian service. Cottage prayer meetings boost church membership and a full report will be given.
Herbert Hunkerford died Wednesday night at his home with burial at 10 30 this morning in West State Street Cemetery. His twin brother died Tuesday. John Calvin Lucas known as Cal died yesterday at his Rome township home at 75. Funeral Sunday at Hagies Chapel with burial there. Survived by widow and one daughter. Lucas was Civil War veteran and a familiar figure in Athens county.
David Dennis of Piqua County died at the Athens State Hospital at 8:20 this morning from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 79. He had spent 7 years as an inmate of the institution. The body was shipped this evening to Mt. Sterling for burial by Undertaker Dowler.
Troop One Scouts defeated East Side 25 to 8 in a fast, well played boys game. Notable lineup changes included Brown replacing Rhodes and Moler substituting for Muir, with Derite and Leighty contributing points.
Wednesday evening a group from Athens travelled to The Plains for dancing at Mr. James Barnes home. Participants included Pearl Barnes, Merle Barnes, Addie French, Freda Erb, Nellie Canter, May Neal, Ella Stedman, John and George West, and many other friends and relatives.
Albert H. Bromley of Canton Ohio a wounded Fort Sheridan patient asks Chicago police to locate his fiancée Helen Annette Marjorie Davies. He says he was engaged before going to France but his mother forced the breakup. Bromley now vows to marry her despite the obstacle.
Testimony before a Fall subcommittee argues meddling by the United States in Huerta’s unseating fuels anti American sentiment in Mexico. Witnesses P. W. Warner and O. G. Poorbaugh claim bands aided by the US killed an American, citing the Vera Cruz episode as proof of protection for Americans under Huerta fading.
Sunday guests at the Brill home include Mr and Mrs W B Spear of Rock Point farm and local visits feature E S McAfee treasurer of Line No 12, Green Branch residents, Athens shopping, Belpre stays, and civic chatter about census enumerators with political remarks branding the area as mostly Republican.
A bandit duo including a woman and a man robbed a Cleveland restaurant last night. Mrs Grace Williams identified both assailants and said the woman aimed a revolver while the man rifled the till securing 52 dollars.
Frank Wells died after being found unconscious with a partly filled medicated alcohol bottle beside him in Cleveland. Two others hospitalized with serious illness from drinking the same medicated alcohol based brew may recover. The men had been drinking homemade liquor contaminated with medicated alcohol.
Mrs. Bryant Drusilla Brooklyn told the census taker she was 107 years old. The claim surfaced during a routine population survey in New York.
New York reports the delay in liquor curfew compared with Chicago and San Francisco as permanent prohibition takes effect. Go west echoes as Broadway revelers anticipate the new rules two to three hours later than New York City.
In Chicago on January 16 a Retail Clothiers Association meeting launched an educational drive to deter buying costly items. They planned three inspectors to study price rises and propose methods to combat inflation, though hopes for cheaper clothing this year were limited.
Sixteen shopmen, long employed by the Dodge brothers, met the body of John F Dodge at Michigan Central station in Detroit. He died in New York on Wednesday night. Dodge, a hands on worker, was preferred by his fellow workers in death as in life.
Four people are dead in Amory Mississippi after a night of murders. Charles Marshall the neighboring farmer is jailed under heavy guard at Aberdeen charged with the crimes. The killings involved gunfire, beating, dynamiting the home, and burying the bodies.
Louisville detectives and police continue to search for the slayer and motive after the discovery of the almost headless body of Rebecca Loveau in Shawnee Park. No clues have emerged on the assailant or reason for the crime.
The docket reports Emma Wolfe James Wolfe divorce action dismissed amid contempt risks for nonpayment of alimony in Walter Graham Margaret Graham case. Sheriff ordered sale of disputed property in George Carlton Howard Brashear action. Norma A Koenig Sunday Creek Traction Co. case continued. J B Allen vs P B Stanberry defendant confessed judgment of 2261.16. James T Robinson vs James C Coss settled at defendant's cost. David H Biddle Eiza Graham suit dismissed at plaintiff’s cost. Clara Calentine granted divorce on wilful absence and allowed monthly three hours with her children. Harry Russell awaited prosecutor action in Marion county on adultery bigamy claim.
Property moves include Jennie B Willike selling 1 acre to Shirley North for 25 dollars in Trimble Township, andPedicord transfers of 2 acres and 4.75 acres to F A Pedicord and Etta J Pedicord. Numerous lots and tracts change hands in Jacksonville Athens Albany and Glouster with varied prices and few specifics.
Five new members joined during a Christian revival meeting at the First Christian Church last night. Attendance matched the week’s peak as Rev. George L. Ashton of Rutland participated. Mrs. Harrington performed “Step Over the Line and Trust” while the Sun shine Chorus provided special music. Several baptisms occurred at the close of the service. Tonight’s sermon theme is “Repent or Perish.”
Real hard luck New York reports a blaze early today as temperatures hovered at ten below, devastating the United States Thermometer Company plant. The cold weather hampered firefighting efforts and left the facility severely damaged.
In Glouster Ohio on January 16 a crowd gathers for an eight forty five PM bill of athletic events at the Opera House. The mysterious Turk arrived with manager Mike Shenann and remains hidden. Jap Matsuda rallies followers as the four colored boys battle for a lively crowd.
Dr. Franklin Miles promotes a Special Personal Treatment for heart disease claiming dramatic results. He offers a $2.50 free treatment and a Heart Book with a two pound free treatment, urging afflicted individuals to act quickly to avoid sudden death from heart disease. Addresses: Dept HF 337 to 347 Franklin St, Indianapolis.
In Coolville Ohio on January 16 a surprise party gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Ed Carleton’s home to honor his 51st birthday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Runnion, Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Kampf, and others. A fine umbrella was given and light refreshments were served.
Supt. Morgan outlines program for the 35th annual Assciated Dailies meeting set for Columbus January 27 and 28. Hon. G. W. C. Perry of Chillicothe presides with a social session and banquet at the Elks home. Mayor Jas. J. Thomas will welcome publishers as Gen. E. F. Glenn Senator Warren G. Harding and Governor Cox participate in the toast and headlines include Jason Rogers Arthur M. Crumline and Chas A Leedly.
Mexican authorities report the capture of Caciano Mendez, a Cordoba bandit leader tied to the abduction of American consular agent William O. Jenkins at Puebla. Dispatches say Mendez holds information implicating Jenkins in collusion with the bandits.
A Denmark pig sty houses about 1000 hogs across two stories with almost all tasks automated by electrical systems. The facility uses electric feeders, climate control, and automated waste handling to manage the large herd.
At the First M. E. church revival seven individuals joined after a sermon stressing God’s provision and Christ’s presence with seekers. Tonight’s topic is Joy in Heaven, with no Saturday meeting and Sunday’s final session on The Call of God.
In Canton Ohio on January 16 a divorce hearing revealed a marriage license issued in Columbiana County to Samuel Stage for a second marriage. The wife presented the license and a bigamy indictment as evidence. Judge Day ordered Stage turned over to a Lisbon deputy sheriff for trial.
Heavy gales and snowfall swept the region from Lake Superior to northern Illinois disrupting trains and hindering telegraph and telephone lines. Weather bureau warnings issued for lake shipping.
In Paris a static electric device with ten pairs of revolving disks has achieved an output of 320000 volts. The invention demonstrates high voltage generation capabilities and reflects advances in electrostatic engineering in the era.
A brief notice inviting readers to prepare for a long journey by visiting M E Church at 7. It urges timely preparation and marks the church as the gathering point for guidance.
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