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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1922

Page

3

Benefit Show Planned by West End PTA in Rip Van Winkle

Nielsonville report notes the West End parent teacher association plans a large audience for Rip Van Winkle at Stuart's opera house presented by Mr. Steenrod early February. Proceeds will fund school activities. Thomas Shaw of Logan visited the city, guest of Morris and Mrs Wilson. Dr. Lowe discussed church requisites at Christian church with a fine orchestra directed by Mellinger and a choir from the Endeavor society. Several responded to the gospel and baptism followed. Tonight Dr. Lowe's theme is Excuses.

West End Rip van Winkle Steenrod Stuart's Opera House Thomas Shaw Logan Mrs. Morris Wilson

Mrs William Martin Recovers From Columbus Hospital Surgery

Friends report Mrs. William Martin is rapidly recovering after a surgical operation at a Columbus hospital.

Presbyterian Ladies Plan Thursday Afternoon Meeting

The missionary society of the Presbyterian church will be entertained Thursday afternoon by Mrs. N Hill. Every lady of the church is invited to be present.

the Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church N. Hill

K. of P Regular Meeting Tonight

The Knights of Pythias announce a regular meeting this evening. All members are requested to attend. Guy Huffman serves as C C.

Church Is Filled

Every available foot of space was occupied last night at the church as worshipers gathered for a service. The crowd filled the pews and aisles, reflecting strong community turnout and devotion.

Chad Kentner Pleads Guilty in Liquor Possession Case

Chad Kentner was arraigned before Mayor McCune and charged with possessing intoxicating liquor. He pleaded guilty and received a $100 fine plus costs.

Chad” Kentner McCune

Elks Initiate Nineteen New Members at Local Lodge

The local order of Elks welcomed nineteen candidates into its ranks during a ceremony last night. A post meeting chicken dinner was served as attendees, including officers and members, conducted a well attended event.

Order of Elks

Missionary Society Night at Methodist Church Highlights

A Missionary Society gathering at the Methodist church featured a strong solo by Mr. G. W. Good and a sermon by Rev. Paul E. Kemper on Romans 1 12 titled Paul the Debtor. He urged Christians to share the gift of God’s love, noting the obligation to help others. Six joined during the invitation, bringing the total since the campaign began to about eighty. Tomorrow the Standard Bearer Society will join as guests and the sermon will be Thin Ice.

Christ

Milk distribution aids schoolchildren with PTA help

Last week 2 025 bottles of milk were sent to schools for children in need. PTA presidents assisted and planned serving, making distribution quick. If funds remain available, milk service may continue through spring vacation. Donations welcomed to Miss Ruth Masters our public health nurse.

Ruth Masters

Fun at Five Point School Play Prompts Chauncey Lodge Rehear

The I O O F and Rebekahs degree groups report their play Fun at Five Point School was a success and have been asked to perform again for Chauncey lodge on Friday January 27. They invite all to attend for a hearty laugh.

Five Point Rebekahs Chauncey Lodge

Revival meetings at Circle Hill begin January 29

International Holiness revival meetings will be held at Circle Hill from January 29 to February 19. Rev. Clyde E. Powell of The Plains leads, assisted by Charles Hook of Glen Ebon. Special singing and good music will be part of the program. All are welcome.

Circle Hill Clyde E. Powell the Plains Charles Hook Glen Ebon

Press officers discuss accuracy at Associated Ohio Dailies meeting

The 37th annual Associated Ohio Dailies session in Columbus focused on press duties with Marlen Pew urging accuracy as the core value. He warned against malice and suppression while noting the challenges of radio, cable and wire transmission in delivering factual news. President E B Bryan of Ohio University addressed the council on Wednesday.

Columbus Associated Ohio Dailies Marlen KE. Pew New York International News Service Pew E. B. Bryan Athens Ohio University Ohio Eallors

Asquith Seeks Unity for Ireland and Barter With Lloyd George

London reports H. H. Asquith, former prime minister, optimistic that a united Ireland is inevitable. He promises Liberal support to Lloyd George for the Irish settlement and shakes hands with the premier as Parliament convenes. Both government and opposition favor a single future for Ireland and a self governing state.

International News Service London H. H. Asquith House of Commons Ireland Lloyd George Liberal Party Asquith

Rail unions clash with labor board ruling on national agreements

January hearing before the Senate Interstate Commerce Commission saw rail unions denounce the railroad labor board decision dissolving national working agreements as unjust and propaganda influenced. IE Manion and Anderson of the Railroad Telegraphers and Machinists delivered statements alleging bias and prejudice. Separately London shops market diamond set pipes for women smokers at forty dollars each. Navy orders mine sweeper to assist fuel ship Arethusia after propeller loss near Frying Pan Shoals light ship.

Washington United States Railroad Labor Board Senate Interestate Commerce Commission J. F. Anderson International Association of Machinists International News Service Navy Department Today Navy Arethusia Frying Pan Shoals

Wool Growers in Athens County to Hear Wool Grading Methods

J. Walker, secretary of the Ohio Sheep and Wool Growers Association, will spend three days in Athens county conducting sheepmen meetings. Demonstrations use actual wool on sheep backs to show grading and how flock management affects wool quality. He will review the association’s past year and discuss state activities. Meetings: Feb 7 9:30 at G. W. Sewell farm Guysville. Feb 7 1:00 at John Blake farm Albany. Feb 8 9:30 at W. R. Goddard farm Amesville. Feb 8 2:00 at W. H. Marquis farm Amesville. Feb 9 9:30 at E. L. Kerrns farm Ames township. Feb 9 2:00 at Ed Donaldson farm Ames township. This offers farmers insight into wool grades and flock management. Walker is a national authority on wool growing and marketing.

Athens County Ohio Sheep and Wool Growers’ Association J. ¥. Walker State Association G. W. Sewell Guysville John Blake Albany W. R. Goddard Amesville W. H. Marquis E. L. Kerrns Ames Township Ed Donaldson Walker

Fire Leaves Twelve Families Homeless in Steubenville

A large blaze late yesterday in Steubenville, Ohio, destroyed four double dwellings, leaving twelve families homeless. Officials say water pressure failure fueled the fire’s spread, with losses estimated at 30,000 dollars.

International News Service Steubenville, CO

Negro officer shot sick soldier in France case

Henry Gentry of Lawrence Kansas testified before a Senate committee that Major Joseph Phillips of the 92nd Division shot William Patterson after Patterson said he was too sick to work. Gentry said Patterson died after being carried to the SOS? station, and he never saw him again.

Washington International News Service Henry Gentry Lawrence Kans Senate France Gentry A. B Joseph Phillips 92Nd Division Orange N. J William Patterson Patterson Se Sons

Miners Seek Federal Probe of Labor Conditions

Wilkes Barre Pa January 25 miners of District No 2 United Mine Workers urge a formal federal investigation into coal field labor conditions. The appeal signed by President John Brophy James Mark and Richard Gilbert calls on President Harding Vice President Coolidge Speaker of the House Congress and the federal trade commission to act.

Wilkesbarre

Athens union bricklayers cut wages to 1.12 an hour

Union bricklayers in Athens announce through secretary Charles P. Breinig a wage cut of twelve cents to 1.12 per hour starting April 1 1922. Carpenters also reduce from 1 to 90 cents per hour amid contractor comments that further cuts may be needed.

Charles P. Breinig Athens

City industries align with cuts after gradual reductions

Officials note that reductions are spreading across various city industries with few incidents. While some worry about further cuts, the overall process proceeds without significant friction and broader support is reported.

Thanks America for Food Sent to Starving Russia

Soviet foreign minister George Tchitcherin sent a letter to the United States thanking the American people and government for aid to famine sufferers in Russia. The message, dated Moscow January 25, expresses gratitude from the Russian government and people.

America Russia Moscow Bertin International News Service George Tchitcherin United States

Fire destroys hose and damages engine in Sterling blaze

Fire early today gutted a village building in Sterling ten miles west of Akron where Wooster reports all the local fire hose was destroyed and the fire engine damaged as Sterling volunteers stored their equipment in the structure.

International News Service Wooster Sterling Akron

When We Beat Our Record Will We Do It High Note

A bold boast declares we will break our record and invites silence on doubt. Prices are described as fixed and unbeatable, framed as a firm, aggressive pledge tied to market certainty. The rhetoric emphasizes unwavering resolve and consumer confidence.

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