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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1927

Page

5

Society and Personal Mention From Athens Local Scene

Mrs. T. R. Biddle begins a Cambridge visit with her son and family for a week. Various guests stopovers include Dr. and Mrs. Robert Mertin, Miss Ethel Blackwood, Mr. Lloyd Foraker, and the Blackwoods. Notables travel to Washington and Akron, while Ricketts family heads to Milledgeville. L. L. E. club hosts at 2:30 Thursday. Oscar Riley Jr. plans Indianapolis return and Princeton study next fall.

T. R. Biddle Cambridge Mass Clinton P. Biddle Ethel Blackwood Lloyd Foraker Zanesville Charles Blackwood Darwin Clyde E. Hines May Avenue Oscar Riley, Jr Indianapolis Ind Athens Butler University Princeton University Princeton N. J

Bridge at Little Hocking Repaired for Limited Traffic

A. R. Cline reports the Little Hocking bridge on the Athens to Parkersburg route is repaired enough to carry seven and one fourth ton loads. Traffic over the bridge is allowed though the road remains soft in spots. He notes worsening conditions on Athens Chester Hill road and Morgan County sections toward the Athens line. Crushed gravel and rock are being laid on the Athens Coolville stretch. Plans for spring road improvements include widening Athens Coalville road. Athens New Marshfield work awaits funding.

Little Hocking Athens Parkersburg A. R. Cline Athens County Cline Chester Hill Morgan County Coolville Coalville New Marshfield

Converts Take Christian Oath at Central Avenue Church

Thirty one members pledged themselves to join the Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal church during a revival led by Rev. I. P. Day. Twenty united last night and more are expected to unite this week. Names include Fern Ballinger Camilla Nic s con Clifford Laughlin Mrs Catherine Kin rs Elizabeth Gilham Turrill Arthur Spencer El Spencer Mrs Lulu Spencer rivitie Pierce Claire Pierce Ernest Campbell Edwin Van Meter Frederick Van Meter Juanita White Madeline White Mrs Laura Smedley Catherine Campbell Eloise Hooper Hazel Trib e Grace Swear inger Dortha Smedley Bessie Watson Donald Radford Betty Gilham Anna Belle Cone Mary Margaret Pickering Vivian Burdette Francis Kern Mary E. Buckley Mrs Hooper Lorena Hartley Roger C.

Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church I. P. Day Day Fern Ballinger Camilla Nic Clifford Laughlin Catherine Kin Elizabeth Gilham E Turrill Arthur Spencer el. Spencer

Marriage License Issued in Athens County Probate Court

A marriage license was issued Saturday in the Athens county Probate Court to Arthur Smith 21 miner Chauncey and Clara Peyett 23 Millfield daughter of Mr and Mrs Grant Peyett.

Athens County Arthur Smith Miner Chauncey Clara Peyett Millfield Grant Peyett

Cora Moler Appointed Administratrix in Goodrich Estate

Cora M. Moler appointed administratrix of the estate of Sylr M. Goodrich in probate court on Saturday. She posted a bond of 900 dollars with the American Gear Company as surety.

Cora Moler Cora M. Moler Sylr M. Goodrich American Gearanty Company

Annual Dinner of Retail Merchants’ Association

The Retail Merchants' Association holds its annual dinner this evening at the Hotel Berry. The event gathers members for fellowship and remarks on the year's business climate and future plans.

The Retail Merchants’ Association Berry

Order Vesper Canned Vegetables by the Case

A reader is advised to purchase Vesper canned vegetables by the case from their grocer. The notice emphasizes bulk ordering and potential savings for regular customers.

Local Society Notes From Athens Area

Hemden Mrs George Murdoch and others expected to visit from Columbus for a week with D G Thomas family. Mrs Lawrence Morris en route from McArthur to Emporia Kan here for death of her mother. Athens visitors include E W Martindill and family and J T Ogier Jr. Death of Jud Ogier reported. funeral Monday. Local attendees at Wellston Jackson basketball games as Wellston teams lose to Jackson. A list of area residents and visitors follows. Mrs H B Robbins left for Columbus to stay with Nan Akin.

George Murdoch Harry N. Bagley Gladys Thomas Columbus D. G. Thomas Lawrence Morris Iane Perkins McArthur Emporia Kan Marjorie Rice Blanche Smiley Nellie Helen Newman Martha Ruth Ester Sunnafrank Beatrice Fitzgerald Laura Sprague H. B. Robbins Nan Akin

Birthday Surprise for Ruth Roberts at Main Street Home

Mrs. Chas. Cox hosted a birthday surprise for her niece Miss Ruth Roberts at her Main Street home. The event honored Ruth Roberts with gifts and tokens of the joyous occasion, aided by Mrs. Charlies Roberts in serving.

Chas. Cox Main Street Ruth Roberts Cox Charlies Roberts

Midwestern Latin students test questions summary

A school quiz page lists ten items including identifying a pictured person, lead actor in The Better Ole, pro tempore translation, state source of the Suwanee River, railroad abbreviation, hair color of actress Claire Windsor, century of the Great Wall of China, the state represented by Senator Borah, Catalina Channel swim winner, and Colorado's capital.

Ole Suwanee Claire Windsor China William E. Borah Colorado

Local visitors share afternoon with relatives on Saturday

Maud Trainor Mary Trainor Mary Stanton Kathaleen Jolly Louise Thompson Betty Sailor and Mary Edna Lewis with Mrs Dora Ray her sister Mrs Frank Lockard and niece Miss Louise Webster of Wellston visited relatives Saturday afternoon and shared lunch of sandwiches fruit salad and cocoa.

Maud Trainor Mary Trainor Mary Stanton Kathaleen Jolly Louise Thompson Betty Sailor Mary Edna Lewis Dora Ray Frank Lockard Louise Webster Wellston

Final Examinations Set For Ohio University Start Tuesday

Final examinations marking the end of the first semester at Ohio University will begin Tuesday February 1 and run through Friday February 4. Morning and afternoon sessions cover two hours each. Arrangements reduce to no more than two exams per student per day. Senior graduates with average grade C or better are excused from the examinations.

Ohio University

Discipleship Means Giving Up Wrong In Life Sermon

Rev M E Chatley says discipleship requires relinquishing wrong in life. He urges subordinating personal rights to divine will and warns against letting business block Christian responsibilities. He notes fault finding should be ignored when seeking true companionship with God.

M. E. Chatley First Christian Church Jesus Mr. Chatley

Free French Rheumatism Prescription Shared

Paul Case offers a French rheumatism and neuritis treatment prescription he obtained in France with the American Army. He claims it has helped thousands, costs him nothing, and will mail it upon receipt of a postal address. He signs as Paul Case, Dept. H-168, Brockton, Massachusetts.

France Paul Case Dept Brockton Mass

Pastor Reflects On Death As Part Of Life’s Plan

The pastor argues that death is not divine disapproval but a natural part of life within a larger plan. He asserts that sacrificing individual rights for a higher honor can lead to a higher goal in the long run.

Willoughby Storekeeper Charged in Vice Probes

A statement on the case of a Willoughby storekeeper arrested Saturday and charged with complicity in vice conditions, tied to Lake County investigation that has yielded about a score of arrests, was expected today.

Painesville Willoughby Lake County

Woman Burned in Stove Polish Can Explosion

Mrs. T. D. Beddow of Derthick was badly burned Saturday afternoon when a stove polish can exploded on a hot stove. The can was reportedly explosive and the incident occurred despite warnings on the container.

Glouster T. D. Beddow Derthick

Flush Your Kidneys With Jad Salts And Water

A health column urges flushing kidneys to relieve back pain and bladder issues. It recommends drinking soft water and four ounces of Jad Salts dissolved in water before breakfast for several days to improve kidney activity and reduce acids in the system.

David Richards Sells Farm Property on Bishopville Pike

GLOUSTER Ohio January 31 David Richards sells his farm on the Bishopville pike to D E Carr of this city. The deal closed last week with Carr stated as purchaser for investment. Richards family moved to this city to make their home.

Glouster David Richards Bishopville Pike D. BE. Carr Mr. Carr Mr. Richards

Baptisms Conclude Bishopville Evangelistic Meetings

Eight converts baptized at the Church of Christ in Glouster following evangelistic meetings led by Rev Homer Vian. The Bishopville church services ended with Friday night finale.

Glouster Bishopville Church Homer Vian Church of Christ

Local residents take Sunday drive to Jackson Wellston

Benviah, Mary Elizabeth, and J. H. Henshaw traveled to Jackson for the day. Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Campbell visited Wellston on Sunday and were guests of Mrs. Campbell.

Ters Benviah Mary Elizabeth J. H. Henshaw Jackson H. W. Campbell Wellston Mr. Campbell Gus Campbell

Beware the Gage or If That Hangs Of Hospital

Jan 31 article notes Miss Gar suffers a persistent cough and recommends Creomulsion. The ad touts a two fold action creosote formula that soothes inflamed membranes and inhibits germ growth, promising relief from persistent coughs colds bronchitis and other respiratory ailments with money back guarantee if not relieved.

Wallace Woman Seeks Treatment at Grant Hospital

Nett Wallace of this city went to Grant hospital Sunday for examination and treatment accompanied by her parents Mr and Mrs John Wallace.

Nett Wallace Grant Hospital Johin Wallace

Goldberg Proprietor Moves to Cleveland for Goiter Operation

Adolph Goldberg, co owner of the Goldberg brothers store in Glouster, left for Cleveland Monday to undergo goiter surgery at a city hospital. He has been in poor health for months and will return once recovered.

Glouster Adolph Goldberg Goldberg Brothers Thin City Cleveland Goiter Goldberg

Entergs Training School Glouster July 31

Setbert Stitt left this morning for Colutt, to enter the Office Training School, where he will take the course.

Glouster Jef Setbert Stitt Colutt Pus

Course In Business Administration Completion View

The student expects to finish the business administration course in nine months.

Community Honours Call for Clean Clothes in Glouster

A township appeal urges residents to donate clean clothing and dressings. Miah Re Harper reports the drive will use a telephone relay to coordinate donations and delivery.

Miah Harper

Ww. Co. T. U. to Meet Glouster

The W. W. Co. T. U. plans a meeting at 2 o clock on Tuesday at the home of Miss A. Gessell, Fairlawn agents, Glouster in January.

Glouster Thas T. U M le A. Gessell Fairlawn

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Robert Mertin Jumbus C. J. Sanders Woodard Avenue Warren Francis Isabelle Louis I. Brown University Terrace Clara Campbell Emma Westenhaver Logan Inlaw Hal W. Murphy East State Street Mary Walker Wilson Carr Guy H. Brown Washington, D. C H. D. Mirick E. C. Motter Hotel Berry Nelle Cameron Motter Chillicothe H. E. Young That City C. F. Bieber Trace Bieber Mr. Trace United Commercial Travels P. M. Ricketts Messenger L. L. E. Club Emmett Bowles Franklin Avenue Ge Courthouse Hemden Mark Sells Farm D. E. Carr A. M. Bennett and Daugh She Neil F. W. Bergman S. High St Capitol Ohio Miss Gar Murphy's New Murphy’s Bakery Serre Southeastern Athens Dry Cleaning Co C. B. Wilson W. Washington St Lash McPherson A. D. McPherson Rapid Shoe Repairing W. Union ST Slingluff Powder Puff Beauty Parlor C. D. Shafer CO Pickett’s Filling Station Crossley Wheaton S. Court St Athens, O Entegs Training School Ww. Co. T. U MEE Pam Syve Hutchinson Electric CO Nelsonville Petrons Spears Cross Bros W. Union Security Savings Bank DRY Cleaners
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