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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1920
Page
3
Public notice echoes an old drug label urging mothers to ensure the product is California Syrup of Figs for children. It extols a fruity taste and simple dosing on each bottle, advising moms to say California to confirm a safe laxative option for kids.
Mrs. Alice Ervin wife of Joe Ervin aged 42 died at her home on Poplar Street after several weeks illness. She leaves a husband and three children two daughters and one son. Remains were taken to McConnelsville for funeral and burial.
See D. W. Griffiths master production Home Sweet Home at the Gloucester Opera House on Wednesday night January 28. An all star cast in six parts with Love Sorrow Happiness and Romance portrayed as only Griffith can do. First show 5 30 admission 20c and 3c tax included.
The funeral for 75 year old Mrs. John Lowry was conducted at her late home in Urban Crest by Rev. Orr of the Methodist church. Interment followed in the city cemetery. she is survived by her husband, a Civil War veteran. Bert Davidson, 26, died in Mansfield of pneumonia after a short illness. His body returned to the city for services tomorrow at his mother's home, with interment in the city cemetery. His father, the late Chas. Davidson, died within the past year.
Otis Lawrey, Baltimore outfielder, tops the International League with a .364 average after 133 games, 180 hits and 132 runs in 494 at bats. The league lists 19 players at .300 or better. Baltimore leads team batting at .299 while Maish and Jacobson head run scoring and hits respectively.
The Swiss Bell Ringers visit the First Christian Church for a concert tomorrow night at 7 30 p m. The program features chimes and carols by the group, drawing local music fans to the church venue.
New York Yankees owners Colonel Ruppert and Huston endorsed Judge K M Landis of Chicago to succeed Gary Herrmann as chairman of the National Commission. They also opposed Henry J. Kililea due to his friendship with Ban Johnson of the American League.
Mrs. Hattie Summers fractured her hip after a fall in the cellar of her home Friday. She is resting today as well as could be expected.
Mrs. Clarence White entertained many friends at her Clinton street home. Assisted by Mrs. Ivan Kinney and Mrs. P. E. Lama she served an elegant lunch to guests Mesdames John Love Nat Blake Flossie Crawford Martha Davis Mary Owens Will Bland and E. W. Allen.
Friday morning Nellie Margaret Auflick born to Mr and Mrs James Auflick weighing nine pounds. Saturday morning Charles Grimes Moler born to Mr and Mrs Earl Moler. Friday baby boy named to Mr and Mrs Fred Courtney.
The second week of evangelistic meetings began with a strong Sunday showing as many risked fall ing dangers, a large Sunday school, and a growing church audience. Evening crowds were the largest yet with two girls making confessions and a solid hymn scene led by Miss White. The sermon title was The Four Hearers, and Mothers Songs highlighted the solo. Public invited to attend again tonight.
Mr and Mrs Clifford Sanders of Columbus were weekend guests of their parents here. Frank Cooley Jr returned Sunday night to New York City after a visit with F G Cooley and family. Fred Steirs of Columbus and Mr Garaster of Dayton were weekend guests of friends here. Dr and Mrs C E Welch entertained as their guests Sunday Mr and Mrs S D Landon and their little son of Columbus.
At the regular Eastern Star meeting Tuesday evening at seven candidates will be initiated. A hot dinner will be served after the meeting.
Julius Shamansky a medical student at Ohio State visited his parents Mr and Mrs M Shamansky. Ben Smith of Lancaster spent the weekend here with his wife. Miss Alice Mulligan of Columbus spent Sunday here with her parents. Lillian Mae infant daughter of Douglas Campbell is quite ill with pneumonia.
Masquerade social with 10 cent admission hosted by the D of A in Junior Order Hall on Tuesday January 27. W.O.W. session with smoke and eats next Wednesday night January 28. Swiss Bell Ringers concert at Christian Church Auditorium on Wednesday January 28 with admission 25 and 60 cents.
Jimmy the Mexican ant bear mascot of the Marine Brigade in France was wounded in action and may be sent away from the Cincinnati Zoo. Marines forming a new expeditionary force to be stationed at Quantico want to bring him back, fearing bad luck if he stays behind. Picked up in Vera Cruz in 1914, he served aboard a battleship and in France, delighting adults and terrifying children.
Secretary of War Baker is ill at his home and confined to his room since noon yesterday. Col Roger Brooke of the surgeon general’s office says the illness is likely only a cold and may improve after several days indoors.
Mrs. Louisa Nelor, deceased, left 1858 at the age of 16 years. There are ten children, five grandchildren, and twenty seven great grandchildren noted in her estate.
Ludwig C. A. K. Martens told the foreign relations subcommittee Lenine has dropped the idea of global upheaval. He cited Russia’s self sufficiency and reconstruction period as reasons. Martens said tentative American contracts total 7 million dollars to be paid in gold, with Russia holding 450 to 500 million in gold. He promised a list of 11 000 U.S. contract partners.
Brookville Mrs Joseph McBride and Agnes hosted by Mrs Charles Stokoe of Athens. Mrs Frank Risley and daughters Gladys Lucile visited Mrs Elmer Milligan at Luhrig. David Isaac Jackson of Athens stayed with relatives. Samuel Mace of New Straitsville visiting sister Mrs Joseph McBride. Gladys Risley visiting grandmother Mrs Nathan Inman at Deanville. Alice McBride Sunday guest of Thelma Jones. Mrs Thomas Beck of Athens and Mrs Frank Steinmeyer of Luhrig spent time with Mrs Michael Almond and Mrs Joseph McBride, who is nursing a broken arm. Thelma Thompson and brother Eugene were Sunday guests of Alice McBride. Lucile Risley and Mrs Risley also visited Mrs Nathan Inman at Doanville.
Cardinal Gibbons writes to the treasury department urging prudent use of national prosperity. He calls for saving thoughtful investment and wise spending to avoid waste and long term consequences.
Dr Gates at the Canners convention in Cleveland urges canning as a method to curb living costs. Three national bodies meet: National Canners Association, Canning Machinery and Supply Association, and Canned Foods and Dried Fruit Brokers Association. Morris Gerber of Fremont, Ohio predicts new and huge demand for European food and urges shifting from the old refrain to eat all perishables and save by reducing waste.
Parents are advised to keep children home to stop the spread of colds and snuffles. The article endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for kids, noting it contains no opium and works with nature to loosen coughs, aid expectoration, relieve the lungs, and open secretions.
In Aden in the Red Sea region the inventory lists 129 motor cars 33 motorcycles and 7 motor lorries reflecting a broad fleet mix for local transport and commerce.
Members of the Glouster Sportsmen Club plan a banquet in the city on February 26 night. Following the banquet, showings at the opera house will feature state game commission progress and Ohio scenery. The event is organized by local sportsmen and aims to educate all valley residents.
A surprise party was held Friday evening at Mr. and Mrs. E. Hooks home for their daughter Miss Gladys in honor of her seventeenth birthday. Guests enjoyed games, music, and refreshments.
Miss Thelma Curfman, a teacher at the Oak Grove school, spent the weekend as a guest of Miss Gladys Hook and Miss Hettie Hooper.
Mrs. C. S. Jacobs filled in for Miss Lucile Bryson at the Palmer building and Miss Hettie Hooper substituted for Miss Florence Andrews at the brick building. Miss Gotha Davis visited Athens over Sunday as guest of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Elkins.
Fred Hooper of Corning visited the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Ben Hooper during the last week. He joined family activities and shared updates on his plans and travels.
Miss Edna Burns and her young nephew Walter Harris Jr. visited Middleport over the weekend as guests of Miss Burns' parents Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Burns.
The Ohio and West Virginia field committee of the Young Women's Christian Association holds its annual meeting in Cincinnati at the First National Bank Building on January 28 with election of officers and annual reports. The mid winter religious conference follows with out of town speakers including Dean Mary Sawyer of Western College Oxford Ohio Mrs John J Hoppes Springfield Miss Anne J Chapman Dayton and Mrs Prentice R Rood Cleveland Ohio.
If your skin is aflame with Eczema seek deeper treatment. The ad claims skin diseases spring from blood disorders and promotes S S S blood medicine proven over fifty years. For expert advice on personal treatment write to Chief Medical Adviser, S Specific Co, Dept 4, Atlanta, Ga.
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