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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1928
Page
2
In Middleport on January 19 Dr. A C Skinner of the Presbyterian church announced the birth of twins to the daughter of Dr Skinner formerly residing in Middleport. Mr. and Mrs. E OC Hurd of Indianapolis are the parents.
In Pomeroy on January 19 Leonard Jewell and William King were charged by a game warden with multiple violations of Ohio game laws. They hunted and killed a fox on Sunday and dug it out with landowner permission, earning a $25 fine per count plus costs totaling 59.70. Both men faced a second offense and were held accountable under prohibited Sunday hunting and digging regulations.
Mrs. J. E. Parsons hosted an oyster supper at her residence in Pomeroy Bend on Wednesday evening. The event celebrated a family reunion with the Parsons children and the elderly parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Wilson, aged 85 and 77.
Jan 19 report from Chauncey states the week old son of Mr and Mrs John Stace died at home in Millfield after going to sleep in his bed. The father who works in Columbus was notified and returned from Millfield. funeral plans not announced.
Chauncey resident Free Fenith, suffering from a serious blood poisoning in his left leg, had his foot lanced this week at home on Balley Mee. His condition is reported to be improved.
The semi monthly Loyal Woman's Bible class of the Church of Christ gathered on verse street with Mrs. Floyd Nye presiding. Reports were given by Mrs. Nye and officers Mrs. John Shafer and Mrs. Guy Gardner. The next meeting is planned at Mrs. John N. Brewer's home.
Columbus ister's Wile Melates fist i s the Columbus
The Community club held a banquet and business meeting at Fides Lodge with 77 guests. Reno Hoag of Marietta gave an inspiration address. Officers elected include Harry Barnes president and J. H. Grate as director chair, as the club outlines a big year for Middleport.
Announcement reports the sale of the Hetzel furniture brick building on Main Street to Edward Ebersbach by the Rump estate. The price is not disclosed and Hetzel plans to close his furniture business within two weeks. The building will be remodeled with a modern front and leased by an out of town firm.
The town laments the absence of a beloved elder who has long radiated good will and philosophy. Friends note she did not rise Tuesday morning and has remained bedbound, her age weighing upon her, though townsfolk hope a period of quiet rest will restore her to her post.
Mrs Frank Enright of Columbus stays with sister Miss Virgie Major for a few weeks after Virgie Major's return from Holzer hospital. Charles Womeldorff and daughter Irene of Toledo visit their aunt and uncle Miss Virgie Corbin and Charles Corbin for much of the week. Mrs George Beasley of Athens is in town for a few days due to her sister Mrs R B Beeson’s illness at Pearl and Locust streets. Ernest Major of Alice is here this week because of illness.
Lincoln Hill Pomeroy's oldest district shows how homes replaced farms as ownership remained high. A small schoolhouse era gave way to dozens of children and cars, while only four residents have lived on the hill for more than 60 years: Mrs. Mary Lochary, Mrs. John Quigg, Miss Angie Jones, and W. A. Race.
The United States becomes the top diamond buyer, investing 105000 in gems via London as wartime needs rise. The report notes London trade channels fueling American purchases during the conflict.
Chauncey January 19 Peter Keasey recovering at his mother's home from burns suffered when a heater fueled gasoline causing an explosion aboard a moving house on a truck near Hamilton Ohio. The traveling home was a total loss with about 300 dollars in claimed damages. Keasey and Anson Mills were en route to Hamilton for work. They had recently returned from New Mexico.
A list of ten women including Lila Ashbrand Addie Tippett Maude Brewer Bernice Walburn Bertha Hessel Inez Nye Blanche Gardner Allie Bingman Isabel Bradfield and Gladys Williamson appears in the community directory. These names reflect residents active in local clubs and gatherings.
Pleasant View Temple of Pythian Sisters will hold its monthly birthday social next Tuesday evening. Members with January anniversaries will be honored. Ice cream and cake will be served. Degree staff are requested to attend for staff practice.
Mrs. W. L. Hysell and son Harry of Columbus were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Graves at The Plains this week. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Whitlatch and children of The Plains spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. James Powell near Athens.
The condition of Mrs. Mary Keasey of this city, ill with influenza, is reported improved. Mrs. Mary Hooper visits her son Henry Margin in Chauncey and her daughter Mrs. Earl Thompson and family at The Plains.
Fragmentary ad style text touts Olive Tablets by Dr. Edward as a substitute for calomel to relieve constipation. It mentions rapid, sure relief and blends promotional language with ad style claims about health benefits.
The sixth Pan American conference in Havana opened with no plenary session planned and no date set for the next meeting. Seven of the eight standing committees, excluding the initiatives committee, were scheduled to hold organization meetings.
Youngstown officials will probe how underage students obtain liquor after complaints from principals and parents and following the arrest of J A Summers for selling liquor to two boys. Chief Probation Officer W A Cleaver announced the inquiry aims to uncover supply sources and curb juvenile drinking in the city.
Pomeroy defeated Cheshire 34 to 15 on the home floor in the second K of P league game. Pomeroy led throughout with strong defense and better ball control. Next, Pomeroy travels to Gallipolis on January 27 and hosts Middleport tonight.
Rutland high school won two basketball games over Middleport at Rutland on Monday night. Girls edged 14 to 11 in a hard fought contest while the Rutland boys won 29 to 16. A postgame encounter with the Middleport Independ ents gave Rutland a third victory 28 to 20 before the season’s largest crowd.
New Straitsville defeated Logan in two tight games at home on January 19. The girls fell 13 to 12 while the boys were 36 to 28 in the latest local basketball doubleheader.
West Point rejects Navy’s three year eligibility rule claiming a four year contract was signed for Army Navy games. Major Philip B. Fleming states Annapolis later demanded a three year rule which Army could not accept, ending hopes of a game this year.
Northampton Mass Jan 19 Fear that disappearance of Miss Frances St John Smith from her classes at Smith college would resolve into a final mystery similar to Miss Alice Corbett in 1925 was expressed today. Miss Smith has been missing since Friday Jan 13. Despite rumors of a girl answering her description seen in many East cities there has been no actual trace.
Noah Smith of near Hamburg in Fairfield county died at university hospital from injuries in a timber-cutting accident. The incident at Revenge Fairfield county occurred yesterday when a sawed log split and struck him, flinging him against another log. The body was returned to his home for funeral and burial.
The famous boxer and hotel owner Jack Dempsey pursues success in horse racing. He rebuilt a racing stable after past losses and now trains promising two year old Wildair Joyce under Johnny Coburn at his operation near Juana, Mexico.
London January report details negotiations between High Church Anglican leaders and Catholic hierarchs aimed at healing the 400 year breach. Conferences conducted between 1921 and 1925 to explore closer ties intensify divisions over Roman Catholic rapprochement and ritualistic worship.
A five year held secret report on negotiations involving the Marines is published. Officials fear the disclosures could hinder any chance of peace by exposing confidential conversations.
The average wholesale value of motor vehicles produced in 1899 was 1166.37 dollars. The average wholesale value for 1927 production stood at 714.44 dollars.
SENT TO PEN MARIETTA, Jan. 19 Thomas Smith of Bartlett pleaded guilty to manufacturing liquor. He was sentenced to a penary for one to five years and fined $500 plus costs. This was the last jury trial case. jurors were dismissed but expected to be recalled for a week’s work in late February.
Franklin County grand jury returns 126 true bills including an indictment against former Columbus policeman Dan McAllister for manslaughter in the death of Cornelius Mahoney on September 25.
Washington January 19 Senator James A Reed of Missouri urged the Senate to discard technicalities and adopt a resolution declaring vacant the seat of Senator elect Smith of Illinois.
An advertisement touts S S S as a tonic to restore red blood and vigor. It claims tiredness vanishes, appetite returns, skin clears and complexion improves, citing long use and claims of over a century of availability.
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