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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1927
Page
3
Edna Wallace Hopper touts Wave and Sheen to keep any chosen hairstyle. After every shampoo she recommends applying the greaseless, glossy product, brushing hair back for curl or wave, promising lasting shape and beauty. Sold at toilet counters for 75 cents with a guarantee.
Nelsonville high school coach Harris drills a new lineup after Meade Whyte's exit as the Scarlet and Gray prep for the Big Red from Athens. With secret practice and strong local support, fans expect a crowded auditorium Friday night as Nelsonville seeks another county rival victory.
Nelsonville report says James Haughee, who suffered a stroke Sunday night, is slightly improved. His son Kenneth remains at his bedside to care for him.
The East Parent Teacher Association will convene in the East building at 3 PM on Friday. The Central PTA will also meet at 3 PM Friday in the Central building.
In Nelsonville on January 20 reporting good interest in revival meetings at the Holiness church. The church urges ministers and members of other denominations to attend and aid the revival. Services are held each evening at 7 o'clock.
Mrs. John Wright and Mrs. Henry Wend hosted a social shower Tuesday evening for Mrs. Lonnie Adams (May Valkinburg) at her mother Mrs. Lem's home. The event featured local guests and customary shingling of gifts for the upcoming marriage.
An ad promotes Moone's Emerald Oil as a simple inexpensive remedy for inflamed swollen toe joints and varicose veins. It claims rapid improvement with nightly and morning application and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied. First class druggists stock an original two ounce bottle full strength.
Mrs R L Hamill entertained members of her bridge club Wednesday evening at her Fort Street home. A 6 o clock dinner preceded three tables of bridge. Pink and yellow decor set the theme. Guests included Mrs Benson Preston Mrs Stacy Sharp and Miss Mary Sharp who had the high score among the guests. Club awards went to Mrs E L Katzenbach for high score and Mrs Charles Farrow for low.
Women of St. Andrews church hosted a euchre evening at the parish house on East Washington Street. Mrs. T. J. Smith led the women with the high score and Charles Levering topped the men. A luncheon was served as the altar society announced biweekly events through Lent.
The blue division of Class No 19 hosted a banquet for the red division after a loser wins the contest. Twenty five members attended a candlelit dinner in the church parlor followed by a brief business meeting and social hour. The closing song Oh the Reds Oh the Blues was led by Mrs Pearl Williams.
Mrs J M Hyde is guest of her sister Mrs G I Putnam at Athens. Mrs George Seidenfeld, Murray.
An old newspaper ad touts McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as lifesaving for a weak child. It contrasts a frail three months ago with a now robust youngster and credits the product for improved appetite and health. The mother used the tablets due to gag-inducing liver oil, claiming family happiness and a money back guarantee. Available in 60 tablets for 60 cents at Cline's Pharmacy and druggists.
The listing shows small price points for home goods including Troning Boards at 3.00 dollars, galvanized tubs at 3.00 dollars and bench wringers at 0.65 dollars, reflecting a catalog style itemization.
City residents travel to Columbus for visits and guests include Co. D Shafer in Columbus Wednesday Henry Verity and son Joe Verity visit Dr and Mrs H L Heck in Lancaster and Mrs John Saltz returns from Bridgeport after a death in the family Charlies Mueller and Clarence Jones Hocking Valley R A auditors spend Tue Wed in Nelsonville Henry Seidenfeld departs Murray City for several weeks in St Petersburg Florida Donald and Mrs Betts visit Athens while Mrs Alden Stilson and son return to Long Island N Y after weeks with Dr J M Hyde Mrs Hubert Hyde accompanies them to Columbus Miss Emma Johnson returns from Columbus with friends Miss Helena Stedem guest of friends in Columbus Crawford in Columbus today.
Fred Copeland files in Common Pleas for judgment of 323 dollars based on a May 1921 promissory note signed by Ralph and Burtena Copeland. He alleges a mortgage on 139 acres in Rome township, secured by the note, with title held in dispute due to J C Copeland’s will. Ralph transferred the land to Burtena on December 27, asking that the property be sold to satisfy the debt.
Charles Kollar filed an action for 550 dollars against Ohio Casualty Insurance Company in a matter read in the filing record. The suit details appear in the local docket and name the parties and requested relief.
Mrs W H Campbell of Findlay Ohio lauds Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery for improving her health and circulation. She says the remedy is a strong blood builder and enrichment for her and her family and urges readers to obtain it from local druggists with optional free medical advice from Dr Pierce in Buffalo New York.
James Fest reports gas and acid stomach symptoms eased after Adlerika. The ad claims Adlerika cleanses both upper and lower bowel releasing old poisons and improving digestion, sleep, and comfort. Available at Gibson's Pharmacy in Athens Ohio.
The Common Pleas court hears a case where the plaintiff claims breach of an insurance policy after his Dodge truck was stolen on November 16, 1926. He asserts full policy compliance and asks for judgment for the amount.
In Common Pleas yesterday William E Bolton filed a petition asking to authorize selling real estate acquired by the will of M E Daugherty. He named defendants Harry Bolton Martha Brenner Stanley Bolton Della Bolton and James Bolton.
A medical advertisement touts an internal treatment for piles by J B Leonhardt M D called Hemroid. It claims internal action clears stagnant circulation and weak bowels, with success after 1000 cases. Sold by druggists with a guarantee, and available at Cline's Pharmacy with a refund if unsatisfied.
Plaintiff, owner of real estate in Alexander township by the will of M. E. Daugherty, asks court for permission to sell the property and reinvest the proceeds. Defendants are potential heirs or interested parties under the will. The petition states the plaintiff cannot manage the property profitably.
Racine grange and Pomona Grange plan first meeting of the year in Stewart hall on Tuesday evening January 25. Newly elected officers to be installed by Deputy Master L. H. Efaw. Fifth degree to be conferred and luncheon served with oysters for men and sandwiches or pie for ladies.
An advertisement touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub for rheumatism lumbago neuritis backache stiff neck and sore muscles. It claims concentrated heat penetrates instantly and eases pain within minutes with the genuine product branded Rowles.
An old ad warns that a head cold can become dangerous if it goes into the bronchial tubes or lungs. It promotes Ayer's Cherry Pectoral as prompt relief and urges readers to buy at the drug store, priced 60 cents or two dollars.
Denison University and Wittenberg University severed debate relations over the umpiring of a recent contest. The move ends cooperation between the two schools in intercollegiate debate activities.
Arthur Stout was indicted by the grand jury on murder in the first degree for killing his step mother at her Dundas area home and attempting to conceal the crime by setting fire to her clothing after saturating it with coal oil. Sheriff Cox’s suspicions grew from his indifference and the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body.
Mrs Isabel Coe returned this afternoon to her home near Circle Hill in the Jager See balance following a fall last November that left her with a fractured hip. She is recovering with sheltering arms.
A promotional note promises rapid relief from embarrassing pimples and facial eruptions using Peterson's Ointment. It claims swift healing and surprising results, urging readers to try the product for quick improvement.
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