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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1919
Page
8
An elderly couple on Union Avenue were attacked by two men who bashed the husband with sandbags and bound the wife before stealing about $600. The victims delayed reporting for 48 hours, prompting sheriff Hartenbach to launch an exhaustive hunt for the assailants as the foulest crime in Meigs County in years.
Robbers forced entry into the aus saloon in upper Pomerg on the river edge. The incident involved out-of-town talent who carried out the break in and theft.
A fragmented report describes a local gathering with visitors from several towns at Lodge events. The evening featured a supper and some form of entertainment or ceremony, ending with polite hospitality and a memorable moment for attendees.
A transient report notes a recent informal council gathering focused on unity and upcoming referendums. The fragment mentions two men breaking to a door and hints at relief or action tied to Mercy and resort councils, with vague references to sequences and demands.
Stephen Martin editor of the Daily News wins a mail contract handling Servien emails between the street railway and Pomeroy post office about eight to ten times daily. He will earn $204 yearly for the service with Edgar Morris remaining as the messenger.
To Pomeroy Bend and the county districts, the mid winter examinations start tomorrow under Supt Crow and district superintendents. Epidemic and untoward circumstances have hindered work this year, but educators report a return to normal and expect the school year to be completed with full head of steam.
The state charged Leo J. Byrne county surveyor with making false payrolls. Jury seated with 12 members. defense lawyers included C B Peoples and J Crow. Witnesses testified about a payroll of 136.50 dollars for Sutton township work, with the case ending without a verdict as indictment was dropped after deliberations.
Mary Helen Wise died January 21 1919 at age 11 months after a weeklong pneumonia. She was the cherished only child of Frank and Mrs Wise, with the loss mourned by parents grandparents and many friends. The notice closes with a tender verse about a precious one from us gone and a longing to see her heavenly face.
We thank friends for comforting words and floral offerings after the death of our dear daughter. Gratitude to Rev Murch for consoling words and to the singers for the music rendered.
A special service welcomed 34 new members at Morning Church. The event followed two prior services led by Mr. Orr, the church pastor, and marked a splendid outcome for the congregation.
No clear event details available. The fragment suggests a column or slogan title from Laesiio's Weekly, possibly debating whether to let people think before actions or after. No names, dates, or concrete facts to confirm.
An advertisement extols Danderine as a hair cleanser and enhancer. It claims moistening a cloth and drawing it through one strand doubles hair beauty, removes dandruff, purifies the scalp, stops itching and hair loss, and over weeks may grow soft new hair. It urges readers to buy Knowlton's Danderine for a few cents.
After last night’s dynamiting of two street cars, extra guards were deployed on streetcar lines today. Four people were injured by flying glass from the partially wrecked vehicles as a strike for higher wages by motormen and conductors continues to cause unrest.
The official citation honors First Lieut. Alfred M. Barlow of Company L, 148th Infantry, for extraordinary heroism near Heurne Belgium on November 3, 1918. Despite a leg wound he led his company with leadership and only agreed to care after wounds in both legs. Address listed: Mrs Eva Barlow, 1066 First Avenue Gallipolis Ohio.
iT T SmIGELD Ohio lost to Wittenberg 26 to 23 in a hard fought game viewed as one of the year's top college matchups. Davis scored six for Ohio and Ward King left injured early as Wittenberg surged to lead then held on. Ohio wells off this week for exams as Northern visits February 7.
Police investigated a man calling himself Omega son of Jesus Christ linked to bomb outrages in Philadelphia. Omega the religious maniac opened fire with two revolvers killing two policemen and another man while wounding five. He was shot by a officer and hospitalized under guard. A draft card identified him as George Lambo, 30, a Mexican.
A near record crowd is expected for Wednesday’s noonday luncheon at the chamber of commerce. The program promises large attendance as the state presents a tablet to the county, with Colonel Basselli delivering Southern style oratory. All citizens are invited, including those from outside the chamber.
Little Marjorie Blaine Stout, daughter of Byrd and Noah Stout, was born December 29, 1918 and died January 22, 1919. Her brief stay on earth endears her to all who knew her, leaving sorrow for her family. She leaves parents, a sister and brother, and many relatives. Sleep on in thy beauty, Vile sorrow unblighted by sin undefiled, like the dove to the ark, thou hast flown to thy rest from this strife.
One hundred forty men of the 83rd division trained at Camp Sherman arrived from France, including the 166th brigade headquarters troop and 808th supply train. The 330th and 331st infantry rearmments are expected this week, with the 329th infantry due early next month. The 88rd division personnel largely transfered. the 88rd to be demobilised at Camp Sherman Ohio.
Three men faced police court on Albert day for intoxication with Lave and Wroate cited and L. K. Kelly also charged. All three were fined for public intoxication and related conduct recorded in the session.
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