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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1928

Page

5

Officers Chosen by Wahoo Club at Millfield

Mrs Charles Robinett of Millfield was elected president of the Wahoo club of the Pocahontas lodge at a Millfield gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs Clarence Misner. Mrs William Hartley became vice president and Mrs Myrtle Olbers was secretary treasurer. The meeting featured quilting with guests of the husbands plus a noon dinner. The next meeting is February 8 at the Robinett home with more quilting and dining.

Chauncey Charles Robinett Millfield Pocahontas Lodge Clarence Misner William Hartley Myrtle Olbers Herman Theisen, Jr Emmett Others James Omen

Three Mothers Seek Aid for Large Families in City

Thirty children from Redtown area were represented by three mothers who came to the city Saturday seeking relief through Rev. Gilbert Courtney. One mother had 12 children, another 10, and the third eight, totaling thirty dependents in need.

Chauncey Dan Redtown Gilbert Courtney

Double wedding solemnized at Chauncey home

A double wedding was held Saturday evening at the Rev. Gilbert B. Courtney home in Chauncey. Arthur Palmer and Lena Yocum of Trimble married, and Lorena Palmer of Trimble and George Herbst Jr. of Taylor Ridge wed. Attendants were the parents of the couples.

Chauncey Gilbert B. Courtney Church of Christ Arthur Palmer Lena Yocum Trimble Lorena Palmer George Herbst, Jr Taylor Ridge Bert Palmer Frank Yocum George Herbst, Sr

Child Struck by Auto in City Crossing Incident

Six year old Lucille Labrugh was slightly injured when an automobile hit her on Converse Street near Saints Church while she walked home from primary school. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Labrugh of the city.

Lucille Labrugh Chauncey Converse Street Saints’ Church Shoe Samuel Labrugh

Local Families Gather for Community Greeting

Mr and Mrs Charley Robinett and Mr and Mrs William Sisson attend a neighborly gathering. Also present are Mr and Mrs William Hartley Mrs Homer Tracey with son Clarence and Mr and Mrs Clarence Misner with daughters Clara Gladys and Lillian.

Charley Robinett William Sisson William Hartley Homer Tracey Clarence Clarence Misner Clara Gladys Lillian

Meeting plans with Mrs Charles Bradfield Jr leads program

Be in charge of the meeting and Mrs. Charles Bradfield Jr will lead the program. A good program is being arranged for the gathering.

Charles. Bradfield, Jr

Pocahontas Meeting Delivers Quilt Draw At Mazon Council

The Mazon Council Degree of Pocahontas will hold its meeting next Thursday evening. During the social hour the council will give away a quilt made by members.

Mazon Council Pocahontas

Loyal Woman's Circle to Meet in Chauncey on Wednesday

The Loyal Woman's circle of the Church of Christ Chauncey will hold a semi monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. John N. Brewer at 221 West Union Street Athens on Wednesday afternoon. Attendees will take the 12 30 o clock traction car. Mrs. Floyd Nye is president.

Loyal Woman's Circle Chauncey Church of Christ John N. Brewer West Union Street Athens Floyd Nye

Gleaners Class Plans Church Cooperative Bible Program

The Gleaners class of the Christian church Sunday school met at Mary McCune’s home to organize cooperation with the church in Bible reading and home visitation through February and March with 18 members present. Various social details and local visits followed. notes include births, visits, and upcoming Pollyanna class party at 7 PM Tuesday in church rooms.

Gleaners The Christian Church Sunday School Mary McCune Maplewood Drive T. R. Bennett Leah Beverage Dora Mae Smith Virginia Masterton Marian Danford

Flegal Couple Visits Roach Family in Zanesville

Mr and Mrs F G Flegal of Zanesville traveled here Saturday and stayed through today at the home of Mrs Roach s parents Mr and Mrs Harry M Roach 22 North College street spending time with family.

Ernest R. Gross Columbus Jane Frank R. Gross North Congress Street F. G. Flegal Zanesville Harry M. Roach North College Street

From Poet to Tale Five Strokes Par Tonight

A lighthearted note urges readers to try beating a poet turned tale as five strokes over par, with the score printed in tomorrow's edition. The item hints at golf humor and a challenge to readers without revealing further details.

Letter Golf Rules and Example Puzzle Skip

The note explains letter golf rules: change one letter at a time with complete common words, keep letter order, and reach a target in a set number of strokes. Example moves include COW to HEN via HOW HEW HEN and yesterday’s puzzle solution: daze to rake to wake.

Birthday celebration for Mr. J. G. Hope in Canaanville

A group of friends gathered Saturday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Hope’s home on Canaanville road to honor the birthday of Mr. J. G. Hope. Music and games provided entertainment and guests presented several useful remembrances. Mrs. Dewey Root and Mrs. John Jewell helped hostesses with hospitality. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Larimer, Mr. and Mrs. John Bauer, Mr. and Mrs. Alex.

J. G. Hope Hope Canaanville Road Dewey Root John Jewell H. B. Larimer John Bauer Alex

W C T U Leaders Plan To Back Dry Candidates

Chicago hosts midwestern W C T U leaders who outline methods for women to support dry presidential hopefuls. Five states Illinois Ohio Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota attend as delegates expect to align with district cautions against relying on Al Smith's law enforcement pledge. A National W C T U conference opens tomorrow.

Chicago U.R Women's Christian Temperance Union Illinois Ohio Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota al Smith

Chicken Dinner at Williamson Home on Jacobs Avenue

Mr and Mrs George Williamson hosted a Sunday chicken dinner at their Jacobs avenue home. Guests included Mr and Mrs Charles Bradfield Sr James Williamson Sr Charles Bradfield Jr Miss Lucille Bradfield Mr and Mrs Leslie Bradfield and daughter Dorothy Ann and Mr and Mrs George Williamson and daughter Jo Ann.

George Williamson Jacobs Avenue Charles Bradfield James Williamson Charles Bradfield, Jr Lucille Bradfield Leslie Bradfield Dorothy Ann Jo Ann

Physician Orders Dempsey Never To Fight Again

Chicago reports that Jack Dempsey has been ordered by his physician to retire from boxing. Tex Rickard canceled any plans for a third bout with Gene Tunney, noting Dempsey’s deteriorating condition after the September defeat and his eyes failing. Dempsey is believed to be in California.

Chicago Jack Dempsey Chicago Herald and Examiner Tex Rickard Miami Beach Fla Rickard Dempsey Gene Tunney Florida Tunney Herald and Examiner California

Musterole Cold Tablets Relief Ad From Musterole Co

Sneezing and sniffling head colds relieved quickly by Musterole Cold Tablets. Safe effective relief without griping. Prepared by the Musterole Company Cleveland Ohio. All Druggists 35c.

Musterole Company Cleveland

Winners Named in Exceptional Colored Brown Thrasher Pictures

Prize awards go to Eth el Draper and Norma Hillen for first place coloring of the Brown Thrasher. Second prize to Elizabeth Evans and Margaret McCune, with a list of honorable mentions and noting the teachers responsible for the classes.

Bird Man Ethel Draper Jacksonville Nelle McCann Norma Hillen Grover Street Nelsonville Elizabeth Linton Elizabeth Evans Elizabeth Street Mar

Remus Expected To Bid For Freedom This Afternoon

In Lima Ohio on January 30 U R George Remus a Cincinnati bootlegger acquitted of murdering his wife Imogene is anticipated to seek release from the State Hospital for the Criminally Insane. His lawyers Elston and Durbin prepared a habeas corpus petition likely to be heard by Common Pleas Judge Beck with County Prosecutor Taft planning to attend and possibly prompting a state official to send a representative.

Lima U.R George Remus Cincinnati Imogene State Hospital Remus Charles HH. Elston Francis Durbin Electiie Dial Taft Edward Co. Turner

Field Marshal Haig Dies in London at 66

Earl Haig former field marshal of British forces who led during the First World War died in London at age 66. The report notes his long service and prominent role in Allied commands. He passed away on the day reported.

London U.R Earl Haig

Athens Families Injured in Auto Collision

Two cars collided at the Dublin Worthington and Olentangy River roads intersection near Linworth. Arthur J. Davis of Athens and six passengers were bruised or shaken. Davis’s party included his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Nellie Masters and daughter, and Stanton J. Burwell. They planned a train trip to attend Davis’ father’s funeral.

Columbus Lyle J. Gardner Wilson Road Worthington Arthur J. Davis Athens Dublin Olenstangy Linworth Davis Font Nellie Masters Stanton J. Burwell Hudson Street North Baltimore Burwell North Baltimore

De Valera to Visit Cleveland for Iris Leaders Conference

Irish Republic leader Eamon De Valera planned to arrive in Cleveland today as a guest of Captain F J Clark of Bratenahl police. A conference of Iris leaders was on schedule.

Cleveland Eamon de Valera Irish Republic F. J. Clark Bratenahl Pol Department

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wahoo Club E. Boudinot Bob Willis Herman ‘Theisén, Jr Emmett Olbers of S. McDougall A. R. Frame Washington D. H Bank of Athens Athena Chapter of Delphian Chamber of Commerce C. D. Gist Gallipolis Claude B. Parker Mary A. Fryburger Ohio University Dorothy McKee Edward Athmid Edna Fiddier New Boston Hazel Calhoun Alliance Belle McKee McKee T. H. Johnson Athens County Ohio State University Clarence Haning Elizabeth Willock East Union Street James Robert FE. J. Shannon Gilbert and Kathleen W. D. Porterfield Junction City Clyde Littler Mill Street Frank Croy Pomeroy Howard Kirk Stockdale Euclaire Lewis Milton Ashworth Roy Pierce William Maffin Robert Mary Elizabeth Clyde Aiwie Treasury Garet McCune Hasel Raber Elizabeth J. Nelson Margaret Ralph Cochran Josephine Porter Ruth Kuhn Dorothy Russell Hazel Raber Ned Smith Gerald Nelson Mise Ori Griffin Elsie Riser Nelaonence Woolery Mercedes Keeton Mertie Oliver Mary BE. Francis Louise Pierce Audrey Curtis Mary McCann Caustie Roman Lawrence Geay Mary Alice Hallam Nelle McCane Faye Reed Mary MccCann Nell McCann Ellen Murphey Luhrig Elisabeth Linton Oril Griffin Arthur Davis Father DE Valera Ice Lostro BY F. E. Goldeber C. B. Wilson W. Washington St Sherwin-Williams S. W. P Sherwin-Williams Rogers Wheaton Court Street Kahn Indianapolis Opp Majestic Theatre Vern G. Rogers
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