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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1921

Page

2

Ohio University Varsity Defeated in Midweek Baseball Bout

Butch Grover impressed as a two way player for the Ohio University varsity with a triple a double and a single and seven strikeouts. Tom Mor Carter McGinley Nye Sharp and Shilt sparked a five run surge as the summer nine pulled ahead. Knox and Morgan allowed most runs in four and five innings respectively while Allen and Knox added two singles each.

Butch Grover Ohio University Butch Coad Tom Mor Carter McGinley Nye Sharp Grover Terrers Knox Tom Morgan Shilt Center Garden Allen Ohio Field

Golf Course Land of Lost Balls and New Entrance

Hutchinson and Stickney show interest in golf with John Swanson, winner of a course open day. Stickney reports Swanson’s instruction and a 28 stroke course, plus a penalty. Lost balls emerge with Judge Sam Johnson credited for driving power while others search the first fairway. a new right of way to the course improves access to the lost balls area.

Carl Stickney Hutchinson & Stickney F. M. Hutchinson Stickney John Swanson Sam Johnson Balis

Athletic Events at Fair Grounds Fourth of July Meet

Athletic events will highlight the big Fourth of July at the Fair Grounds in Athens county under K P auspices. Prizes in money await winners of jousting four teams hobble race 60 yard dash elephant crab hop skip and jump perfectory race wheelbarrow race obstacle race and a flexible best stunt judged on cleverness. Youths may enter bySeeing Walter Porter in charge of playgrounds for an entrance tag.

Athens County Ander K. of P Walter Porter

Athletic Events Offer Free Admission

Free admission will be provided for the athletic events, allowing spectators to attend without charge. The announcement invites community members to enjoy the competitions and support participants.

Yesterday's Results in American Association Baseball

Louisville defeated Columbus 8 to 4 and 4 to 1. Toledo beat Indianapolis 8 to 6 and 18 to 9. Milwaukee won over Kansas City 19 to 6.

Louisville Milwaukee Minneapolis Kansas City St. Paul American Association Columbus Toledo Indianapolis

National League Scores Include Big Chicago Win

In the National League results Chicago defeated St Louis by eight to six while Pittsburgh and Cincinnati were edged. New York and Boston had rain delays along with Brooklyn and Philadelphia rain affected play.

New York Pittsburg Eevtbane Boston St. Louis Brooklyn Chicago Pittsburgh Cincinnati Philadelphia

Baseball scores and rain delay update

American League results show Philadelphia 2 Washington 1 and Washington 1 Philadelphia 0. Chicago 4 St Louis 3. Boston and New York game postponed due to rain with no official score reported.

Philadelphia Washington Chicago St. Louis Boston New York

Senators edge Mackmen in 12 innings on tight score

In Washington the Senators defeated the Mackmen 1 to 0 in 12 innings as Mowbridge held off the visitors. Athletics won 2 to 1 with early hits off Johnson. White Sox rally for 4 to 3 over Browns on a squeeze and error. Pirates beat Reds 5 to 2 at Smoky City. Cardinals outhit Cubs but Alexander’s defense lifts Chicago 8 to 6.

Mowbridge Mackmen Washington Senators Athletics Johnson Colling White Sox Browns St. Louis Pirates Reds Smoky City Cardinals Cubs Alexander Chicago

Two Bouts Set For Monday Wrestling Card At Fair Grounds

The program at the K of P fair grounds includes a big Oleon-Carpenter bout and a strong preliminary. Robert H. Gano of Newport faces Amadeo P. DeBarros of Brazil in a lightweight clash. Gano carries about 15 pounds advantage, promising an unusually fine amateur match.

Tennis and rowing cited as best athletic exercises

The article asserts tennis and rowing stand out as premier athletic activities for fitness. It highlights cardiovascular benefits, muscle engagement, and suitability for varied ages, urging readers to pursue these sports regularly for health and endurance gains.

Ris

Watch Dog Trio Heads to Buckeye Lake

Art Wolfe Oril Carpenter and Mack Sauer The Messenger Watch Dog depart noon with fishing poles bathing suits bait and cats for Buckeye Lake to spend tomorrow Monday and Tuesday at Carpenter’s Cottage. They promise a keen report on bathing beauties when they return next week.

Art Wolfe Oril Carpenter Mack Sauer Buckeye Lake Honday Carpenter Watch Dog

Evans party to Buckeye Lake for a week

Nelsonville group led by Mr. and Mrs. Claude Evans and accompanied by Miss Elsie Hodgman Miss Mary Mc Gramar Miss Ellen Riley Raymond Kreppel Wm Lancaster and Brownie Quigley will depart Saturday and Sunday for a week at Buckeye Lake.

Claude Evans Elsie Hodgman Mary McGramar Ellen Riley Raymond Kreppel Wm. ,Lancaster Brownie Quigley Buckeye Lake

Club honors Miss Clara Keys on western trip

Miss Clara Keys received honors from the M. F. C. Club hosted by Miss Marie McCarty at her home. Attending members included Mrs. Austin Kentner Mrs. Joe Wright Mrs. Dick Jones Mrs. Ted Ratchenback Mrs. Harry Mathews Hazel Bagley Verna Hand Helen Sargent Helen McCarty Marie McCarty and the guest of honor.

Marie McCarty M. F. C. Club Clara Keys Portland Ore Austin Kentner Joe Wright Dick Jones Ted Ratchenback Harry Mathews Hazel Bagley Verna Hand Helen Sargent Helen McCarty

Miss Freriks and Miss Boarde Visit Friends Across States

Miss Marie Freriks and Miss Anna Boarde left Friday for Middletown and New Haven to visit friends and relatives.

Marie Freriks Anna Boarde Middleport New Haven W. Va

Visit With Relatives In Peruana Ore

Miss Marie McCarty accompanied by Miss ae Keys traveled from Peruana Ore to Columbus to visit relatives. They plan to stay until Sunday when Miss McCarty leaves for the west.

Peruana Ore Marie McCarty Columbus West Ae Keys

Mrs Josie Smith Receives Cancer Treatment in Columbus

In Columbus on Tuesday Ms Josie Smith was treated for cancer by Dr Bowen with Miss Muriel Traugh present. The report notes Smith received medical care and custody arrangements remained unchanged.

Josie Smith Muriel Traugh Columbus Dr. Bowen

Charles Weltzheimer Returns to Ashland Kentucky

Charles Weltzheimer has returned to Ashland Kentucky where he visited his uncle during a recent trip.

Charles Weltzheimer Ashland

Hyde and Rhodes visit Columbus guests

Mr and Mrs J H Hyde spend the day in Columbus. Mrs E T Rhodes of Columbus is visiting her sister Mrs Lee McDowell.

E. T. Rhodes Columbus Lee McDowell

Paul Parks Visits NYC Guest of Parents

Paul Parks of New York City is the guest of his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Parks.

Paul Parks New York City Mrs. W. H. Parks

Ladies as guests at Mrs Sharp home event

Mesdames N. Hill R. H. Jackson W. H. Parks and Frances Locie visit Mrs. Joe Sharp at Lancaster hosted by Mrs. Fred Jackson for an afternoon gathering.

Mesdames N. Hill R. H. Jackson W. H. Parks Frances Locie Joe Sharp Fred Jackson Lancaser

Family at Ottawa visit with son in West Virginia

Mrs. Anna Conner and her daughter Rhoda departed for Ottawa West Virginia to visit their son and brother for several weeks and enjoy a family gathering.

Anna Conner Rhoda Ottawa W. Va

Westenbarkers Return Home From Visit

Ruth and Lester Westenbarker arrived back in Logan on Thursday after spending two weeks with their grandmother Mrs. Anna Conner in this area.

Ruth Lester Westenbarker Logan Anna Conner

Prize garden contest winners to be announced at chautauqua

Judges of the prize gardens will inspect the entered yards and gardens as part of the contest run by the woman’s community club chaired by Mrs Fort Lama. A total of 450 prizes will be awarded and the winners’ names will be announced from the chautauqua platform.

Woman’s Community Club

Surprise Birthday Stir At Franklin Street Home

Clifton Grace was surprised Wednesday night at his Franklin street home by neighbors and friends. The party celebrated his birthday anniversary with a pleasant social evening.

Clifton Grace Franklin Street

Local visitors share weekend with Pauline and Helen

Misses Pauline Martin and Helen McCarthy returned after a week at Buckeye Lake. Miss Marie McCarthy hosted weekend guests Mrs Ray Elliot and her young son from Albany.

Pauline Martin Helen McCarthy Buckeye Lake Marie McCarthy Ray Elliot Little Son of Albany

Esther Class Enjoys Picnic At Athens Hospital Grounds

A large Esther class group from the Christian church had a picnic on the Athens hospital grounds on Thursday. They traveled by a large truck and were greeted by a fine dinner at six oclock. The group reported a most enjoyable time and returned to the city late.

Esther The Christian Church Athens

Garrett Selby Couple Welcome Baby Daughter

Mr and Mrs Selby announce the arrival of a fine baby daughter born this morning confirming the newest member of the family.

Garrett Selby

Laird and Hawk Families Announce Twin Daughters

Mr and Mrs Elmer Laird of Maple Hill announce the arrival of twin daughters born Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Joseph Hawk are the proud grandparents.

Elmer Laird Goldie Hawk Maple Hill Joseph Hawk

Presbyterian Church Service and Sermons

The communion will be observed at the morning service and new members welcomed by the congregation. The evening service will be patriotic in character with sermons titled Vital Atonement and Indection. Sunday school lesson is The Early Life of Saul.

Presbyterian Church Saul

Independent Holli Ness Church Service Schedule

The Independent Holli Ness Church lists Sunday School at 9:30 A M with preaching at 10:30 A M and 7 30 P M. The 19 Young Peoples meeting is at 6:45 P M. Prayer meetings occur Tuesday and Thursday at 7 30 P M. An open air meeting on the Square is set for Saturday at 7 P M. A cordial invitation is extended to all.

Co. P. Munson Young Peoples

Bible School Attendance and Picnic Plans At Local Church

Christian Church reports a first half average over 606 for Bible School with 9 30 start. Tomorrow’s session promises remarks on the old time church picnic. Esther class at the Y M C A and women classes at the church old auditorium. Communion at 10 50. Members urged to attend.

Christian Church Co L. Johnson Esther

International Holiness Church Service Schedule

J Brillhart, pastor, invites worshippers to Sunday School at 9 30 am and preaching at 10 30 am. A 2 30 pm praise service precedes a long 7 pm evangelistic sermon. Wednesday prayer at 7 pm and Friday cottage prayer at 7 pm. You are welcome.

Brillhart

Military funeral for Second Lieutenant Burrell Mathews

Glenford Dugan Post of the American Legion to conduct the funeral Sunday at 2 PM at Mr Will Powell's home. Services honor Second Lieutenant Burrell Mathews.

Glenford Dugan American Legion Will Powell Burrell Mathews

Six Judges Picked to Inspect City Gardens

The Woman's Community Club has selected six judges from three city districts to inspect contestant gardens for back lawn and garden prizes. Mrs. Earl Lama chairs the committee and offers 45 prizes. Seventy city school students entered the contest and judges will inspect in the coming days to announce winners at the Chautauqua platform.

Woman’s Community Club Earl Lama Our

Members urged to attend D A memorial service

All members of the Daughters of America are urged to meet at the Red Men’s hall Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock to attend the joint memorial service.

D. OF A Red Men’s Hall

Social notes from Buckeye Lake and Columbus visits

A brief roundup records Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Hyde near Buckeye Lake spending Friday in Columbus. Paul Weltzheimer returned from a visit with his uncle in Ashland Kentucky. Mesdames Jackson Parks Socie and Hill joined Mrs. Joe Sharp in Lancaster Friday. Herbert Hyde visits for the summer with his parents.

Buckeye Lake J. M. Hyde Columbus Paul Weltzheimer Ashland Paul Parks New York City W. H. Parks Mesdames R. H. Jackson Frances Socie N. Hill Joe Sharp Lancaster Herbert Hyde

Funeral for Naomi Bass at Methodist Church

The Methodist church overflowed with friends and relatives paying tribute to Naomi Bass. Rev. Kemper conducted the service as many flowers expressed the community’s affection, and the body was laid to rest at Greenlawn.

Methodist Naomi Bass Kemper Greenlawn

Mr and Mrs McMarrow announce birth of daughter

Mr and Mrs Merle McMarrow announce the arrival of a baby girl weighing nine pounds born on June 27.

Merle McMarrow

Miss Thelma Kentner Hosts Elegant Garden Luncheon

Miss Thelma Kentner entertained a small group Wednesday evening with a decorated lawn and an elegant luncheon at daintily laid tables. Guests included Velma Young Mary Sharp Leona McBride Lena McBride Ruth Wiggins Violet Tedrow Fern Parry Margaret Thompson of Pennsylvania Mrs Frank Tedrow Mrs Forrest Kentner Frank Tedrow Evans Hudson Owen Morrison and Paul Martin.

Thelma Kentner Velma Young Mary Sharp Leona Lena McBride Ruth Wiggins Violet Tedrow Fern Parry Margaret Thompson Pennsylvania Frank Tedrow Forrest Kentner Evans Hudson Owen Morrison Paul Martin

Rockefeller Challenged Income Tax Demand in 1915 Case

New York July 1. Attorneys for John D Rockefeller filed a demurrer in the government suit to recover 200000 alleged unpaid income tax for 1915. They contend collection would deprive him of property without due process. Rockefeller says he paid 754739 on his 1915 income.

New York John D. Rockefeller Rockefeller

First Woman Joins Ohio Industrial Commission

Miss Rose Moriarity of Cleveland becomes the first woman to hold a high appointive state government post as she takes a seat on the Ohio Industrial Commission succeeding H. D. Elliott of Delaware. Her six year term begins immediately.

Columbus Rose Moriarity Cleveland State Industrial Commission H. D. Elliott Delaware

Arab Laughs At Idea Of Vacating His Seat For A Woman

The remark reflects a cultural stance on gender roles as a man dismisses the possibility of stepping aside for a woman. The quote highlights traditional expectations and resistance to female leadership in public life.

Calvary Baptist Church reports council actions on paving and street issues

Glouster council approved a surety bond of 1000 for the Stewart Beatrice and Reiner paving contract on Summit Maple and Monroe. They accepted the firm’s contract and will hire an engineer to locate the street before ordering L R Andrews to move buildings on Front street. Semi annual appropriation ordinance for late 1921 passed.

Summit Maple Monroe Stewart, Beatrice & Reiner Council Wm. James L. R. Andrews Front Street James

Mrs Clyde Price Died After Appendicitis Operation

Friends of the family learned of Mrs Clyde Price's death after an appendicitis operation at Grant hospital Columbus. She was 31, survived by husband and four year old son Gail. Parents John and (Mrs) Price left for Columbus. body to be brought home for funeral in the city cemetery with services expected Sunday.

Grant Hospital Columbus Clyde Price Gail Price

Death of Mrs. Theophilus of Akron former Glouster resident

Undertaker L R Andrews received word of the death of Mrs. Wm Theophilus in Akron. She lived in Glouster and later resided in this city for many years. Funeral party expected on train No 2 today. Body to be taken to the home of Mr and Mrs Thomas Johnson on Republic Avenue. Funeral services set for 2 PM at the Methodist Church conducted by Rev Landsittel. Interment in the city cemetery.

L. R. Andrews Wm. Theophilus Akron Thomas Johnson Republic Avenue Methodist Rev Landsittel City

Stahl couple to visit relatives in Newark and Zanesville

Mr and Mrs W U Stahl travel this morning for a week’s visit with relatives and friends in Newark and Zanesville, Ohio.

Coxs Visit Buckeye Lake For Short Lake Trip

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Cox headed to Buckeye Lake this morning for a brief multi day stay by the water.

Tom Cox Buckeye Lake

Bryan Gormley Visits Springfield Parents

Bryan Gormley of Springfield is spending a few days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Gormley.

Bryan Gormley Springfield Mrs Hugh Gormley

McCann Body Due in Jacksonville for Largely Attended Funeral

The body of Frank A. McCann is expected to arrive in Jacksonville today per a message to his father Patrick McCann. Funeral services will be held at Holy Cross church Monday with burial at Lancaster Street Cemetery in Athens. The American Legion Post of this city will lead the military portion of the service honoring the World War veteran.

Frank A. McCann Jacksonville Patrick McCann Holy Cross Church Lancaster Street Athens American Legion Post

Re-Election of Ohio Sunday School Leader

Dr. W. G. Clippinger of Westerville was re-elected president of the Ohio Sunday School Association in Columbus on July 1.

Columbus W. G. Clippinger Westerville Ohio Sunday School Association

Carpentier Camp Heads for Jersey City on Yacht

Georges Carpentier along with manager Des Camps and trainer Gus Wilson left their training camp in Manhasset New York for Port Washington to board a private yacht bound for Jersey City at 10 45 A M officials said.

Manhasset N. Y Georges Carpentier Descamps Gus Wilson Port Washington Jersey City

County Nurse to Talk Before the City Federation

Miss Munn the county health nurse will address the Athens City Federation at the Tuesday meeting. She will outline daily needs in the county health program and explain how city members can assist in the work. The federation will meet July 6 due to the July 4 holiday.

Athens City Federation Munn Athens County

Henderson Swanson opens Long Beach stationery store

C B Henderson and R Clarenee Swanson open Henderson Swanson Company at 120 East First Street Long Beach California The pair previously ran a stationery business in Athens Ohio The new store will stock books stationery and office supplies loose leaf and filing systems.

Walden’s Stationer and C. B. Henderson R. Clarenee Swanson East First Street Long Beach California Henderson- Swanson Company Athens

Columbus Old Cemetery Rows Behind Slaughterhouse

In Columbus Ohio on July 2 a desolate tract behind a slaughterhouse and flats houses the now abandoned Old Cemetery of Franklinton. Thirty graves remain with eighteen century headboards. Abandoned in 1855 after a newer burial ground opened the site hides time worn epitaphs such as George Cooper died 1796. The quiet patch sits amid factories and busy streets as a secluded relic.

Columbus. O Franklinton George Cooper Mary Cooper Columbus

Jewelry Store Robbers Escape With $15000 Haul

Three bandits robbed the jewelry store of Joseph L. Freund in the business district of St Louis on July 1. They forced two employees and two customers into the rear of the store while lifting the showcases and escaped with valuables valued at $15000 in the presence of a large crowd.

ST. Louis Joseph L. Freund

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