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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1923

Page

5

Athens youths abroad and travels noted

William Ring, confined by rheumatism, has joined a Montreal advertising agency and lives there after a stop in New York City with Mrs Ring. Miss Villa Tippie returns from a two week eastward auto trip visiting Niagara Wallis and other locales, joined by relatives. Dr. Daniel McGurk’s son Parrest sails from New York to Buenos Aires aboard the American Legion to work his way home to Ohio University. Parrest will return about September 1 and visit his brother Herbert, longtime salesman for an American importing firm.

William Ring Mr. Ring Athens Montreal Mrs. Ring New York City Villa Tippie Richland Avenue Niagara Wallis Washington, D. C Mae Veryl Storer Miss Tippie Eula Wilma Moore Mabel Aggson Glendala Nebraska Daniel McGurk L’arrest Ohio University New York American Legion Bennos Aires South America United States Fontevideo Herbert

Double Wedding at Presbyterian Church in Wheeling

A double wedding was held Thursday at 11 24 AM at the Presbyterian church. Miss Lora Kenney and Thad deus Thomas wed, as did Miss Mabel Kenney and Cyrus Gilmore. The couples plan to reside in Wheeling West Virginia and travel by motor to Cedar Point for their honeymoon.

Presbyterian Parsonaage A. Y. Wilcox Lora Kenney Thaddeus Thomas Thomas Wheeling W. Viv Mabel Kenney Cyrus Gilmore John Gilmore Rogers Wayne Kenney Athens John Hancock High School Ohio University Martinserry Wheeling High School Elliott* Business College W. Va Wheeling Corrugating Co Columbiana County Gilmore Columbiana High School Cedar Point Columbus Cleveland W. Wa

Lark Rice Takes a Bride

Miss Della Frost daughter of Mr and Mrs John Frost East State street married Mr Clark Rice son of Mr and Mrs Herbert Rice 151 Grosvenor street at the M E Parsonage at 11 o'clock Wednesday July 4th The Rev Dr Daniel McGurk officiated The couple will reside at 151 Grosvenor street Also noted is visits by Mr Dean Tong of Montreal and return of Mr and Mrs Arthur Wolfe and in Stacey from travels. community updates wrap the local brief.

Lark Rice Della Frost John Frost East State Street Clark Rice Herbert Rice Grosvenor Street M. E. Parsonage Daniel McGurk Rice

Athens Standard Bearers Plan Story Telling Contest

The Athens Standard Bearers met at Mrs J Pickering's home with good attendance led by Mrs W B Lawrence and devotion head Mrs Daniel Mee Gurk. Miss Ruby Gladys Mercer will tell the story. girls from the district will attend the school of missions August 13 to 18 at Lancaster campgrounds. the contest is set for Friday July 13 at 2 PM in the M E church.

W. B. Lawrence Daniel Mee Gurk Ruby Gladys Mercer Athens Standard Athens Society School of Missions Lancaster Camp Grounds M. E

Little Hocking visitors honor Miss Stone at county seat

Miss Mary A. Stone and Mrs Anderson of Little Hocking visited the county seat today. Stone, long devoted to teaching, is noted as no longer a young woman. Mr I E Mickle recalls attending school with Stone in the old days when education was a luxury.

Mary A. Stone Anderson Little Hocking Miss Stone I. E. Mickle

John S Collins and wife in Columbus visit

Mr and Mrs John S Collins are spending the day in Columbus visiting local sights and enjoying a brief getaway.

Mrs John S. Collins Columbus

Miss Naomi Love Guests at Richland Avenue Home

Miss Naomi Love of Clark's Chapel has been the house guest for a few days of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Sutton of Richland Avenue.

Naomi Love Clark's Chapel Clarence Sutton Richland Avenue

Miss May Pierce Visits Miss Fauna Linscott at Ohio University Plays

Miss May Pierce of New Marsh field spends a few days with Miss Fauna Linscott of H Richland avenue and attends the cycle of plays at Ohio University.

May Pierce New Marshfield Fauna Linscott

Mrs Beverage Visits Buckeye Lake and Columbus Friends

Mrs. C. M. Beverage spends the week at Buckeye Lake and plans calls on Mrs. Sadie Salters and Mr. H. L. Allison and family of Columbus before returning home.

C. M. Beverage Buckeye Lake Sadie Salters H. L. Allison and Family Columbus

Millses Enjoy Weeks Outing at Buckeye Lake

Mr and Mrs N E Mills and sor Edwin returned from a four day trip combining business and pleasure. They visited the Union Stock Yards Pittsburg and other city sights. The return journey used boats up to Parkersburg.

N. E. Mills Sor Edwin Union Stock Yards Pittsburg Parkersburg

Littler Boy Undergoes Tonsil Adenoid Operation

Robert Howe Littler nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Clyde Littler underwent a successful operation Thursday morning for the removal of his tonsils and adenoids.

Robert Howe Littler Clyde Littler

Pythian Sisters to Install Officers This Evening

The Pythian Sisters meet tonight at seven with installation of officers. Miss Gladys Jones of O B Murphy Insurance Co travels to Madison Wisconsin to visit Miss Irma Comstock. Miss Myrtle Wetzel accompanies her to Chicago as far as there.

Gladys Jones O. B. Murphy Insurance Co Madison, Wis Irma Comstock Myrtle Wetzel Miss Jones Chicago

Cullums Enjoy Vacation with Charleston Kin

Mr and Mrs Edward Cullum of Charleston West Virginia are spending a two week vacation with the former s parents Mr and Mrs FE N Cullums of South Court Street.

Edward Cullum Charleston, W. Va FE. N. Cullums South Court Street

Hearn Returns from Lima for Illness of Son-in-Law

Mr M F Hearn came back Thursday from Lima after being summoned by the grave illness of his son-in-law Dr W H Vorbau. Vorbau, married to Miss May Hearn, is afflicted with mastoid trouble.

M. F. Hearn Lima W. H. Vorbau Vorbeau May Hearn

Whittington Family Visits Pomeroy Relative

Mr and Mrs Charles Whittington of Portsmouth and Mrs Margaret Jones with daughters Genevieve and Mary return Thursday from Pomeroy where they visited the former's brother D V Wetzel.

Charles Whittington Portsmouth Margaret Jones Genevieve Mary Pomeroy D. V. Wetzel

Mrs G C Hriezko Visits Family Near Athens

Mrs George C Hriezko of New York City visits her parents Mr and Mrs John Gibbs near Athens and her sister Mrs William Giesecke of Stimpson Avenue.

George C. Hriezko New York City John Gibbs Athens William Giesecke Stimpson Avenue

Columbus Family Guests on Vacation with Richland Hosts

Mrs. Fred Schnitzlohn and her two children Phillip and Fredrika of Columbus are spending a two week vacation as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Osborne on Richland Avenue.

Fred Schnitzlohn Phillip and Fredrika Columbus Fred Osborne Richland Avenue

Miss Violet Bodkins Visiting Mrs Emery Carsey

Miss Violet Bodkins of Minera is the guest of her sister Mrs Emery Carsey.

Violet Bodkins Minera Emery Carsey

Dinner guests hosted by Mr and Mrs Emery Carsey

Mr and Mrs Emery Carsey entertained guests at a dinner on Wednesday July 4. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Luther Krum of Columbus Mr Charles Douglas and Mr George Bodkins. Also present were Clyde Bodkins Edward Bodkins and Miss Violet Bodkins.

Emery Carsey Luther Krum Columbus Charles Douglas George Bodkins Charles Bodkins Clyde Bodkins Edward Bodkins Violet Bodkins

Rev George Pake Visits Before Returning Home

Rev George Pake was here Thursday on his way to his boyhood home in Meigs County. He is now located at Waverly.

George Pake Meigs County Mr. Pake Waverly

Mr Al Overholzer Ends Week at Sulphur Licks Springs

Mr Al Overholzer is on a week's sojourn at Sulphur Licks Springs in Ross County with plans to return home after his休 period.

al Overholzer Sulphur Licks Springs Ross County

Spanish-American Reunion Attendees At Dayton

Mr R A Dalton Mr John Fef ris and ie H M Taylor attended the Spanish American reunion at Dayton on Wednesday.

R. A. Dalton John Fefris Ie H. M. Taylor Dayton

Professor Jesse Davis Visits Huntington West Virginia

Professor Jesse Davis spent the first of the week in Huntington West Virginia conducting meetings and assessing local initiatives.

Jesse Davis Huntington W. Va

Rauch Family Returns Home From Buckeye Lake Visit

Mr. Frank X. Rauch and family have returned home after a short visit at Buckeye Lake, concluding their outing.

Frank X. Rauch Buckeye Lake

Athens and Jacksonville Men Travel to Columbia for Masters

Supt. Alex Root of Athens and Mr. John Williams of Jacksonville left Thursday noon for Columbia University to pursue their Master's degrees.

Alex Root Athens John Williams Jacksonville Columbia University

Miss Villa Van Dyke Recovers From Appendicitis

Miss Villa Van Dyke stenographer for the Cameron brothers is in Colusa hospital after an appendicitis operation and is reported to be making a good recovery.

Local Couples Visit Relatives in Frankfort and New Marshfield

Mr and Mrs J H Cameron of Frankfort Indiana visit their parents Mr and Mrs W A Cameron on Stewart Street and Mr and Mrs Frank Shaules of New Marshfield. Mr Cameron serves as general agent for Wells Fargo Express Co at Frankfort.

J. H. Cameron Frankfort Ind W. A. Cameron Stewart Street Frank Shaules New Marshfield Cameron Wells Fargo Express Co

Athens residents named in mixed age group listings

A list of individuals from Ohio and West Virginia including Clark Rice 26 dry cleaner and Della Frost 29 clerk of Athens. Rev Wilcox George Staten 21 miner of Jacksonville. Mary Bessengie 18 of Glouster. Cyrus Rh Gilmore 25 teacher Rogers Ohio. Mable Kenney 24 teacher Athens R D. Thaddeus S Thomas 21 book keeper Wheeling W Va. Lora Kenney 23 teacher Athens oa.

Clark Rice Della Frost Athens Wilcox George Staten Jacksonville Mary Bessengie Glouster Cyrus Rh. Gilmore Rogers Ohio Mable Kenney Athens R. D Thaddeus S. Thomas Wheeling W. Va Lora Kenney Athens Oa

County 4H fair to host fruit canning and pattern work

The Boys and Girls Clubs plan demonstrations at the county fair 1923 to show proper fruit and vegetable canning and clothing pattern construction. Winning teams enter the Ohio State fair statewide contest with county winners demonstration in Columbus and emphasis on statewide standings.

Theis County Columbus Athens County

Chautauqua Man Ends Life Under Train Tragedy

Chris Messner a 29 year old advance man for a chautauqua service from Hartford City Ind jumped in front of a Norfolk and Western train in Portsmouth O late yesterday He was instantly killed Messner who worked out of the Redpath Chautauqua bureau of Cleveland had Columbus as his headquarters He had told friends he intended to commit suicide authorities said

Portsmouth Chris Messner Hartford City Ind Chautauqua Norfolk & Western Redpath Chautauqua Bureau Cleveland Columbus Messner

Curtain care tip for straight drapery

Dry net window curtains by placing them back on the poles while still wet. They will hang in graceful folds as they dry.

Cautionary Tip On Treating Spilled Grease On Wood Floors

A home advice note recommends pouring cold water onto a hot grease spill to cool it quickly. This hardens the grease so it can be scraped off rather than seeping into the wood.

Horse cruelty case leads to appeal after conviction

Abraham Millemier near Lathrop faced Justice Hedges on cruelty to animals charges after Humane Officer A C Roach testified the horse lost sight in one eye. Millemier pleaded not guilty, was found guilty and fined 15 dollars plus costs. Attorney J J Wootey said to appeal. Marvin Nichols admitted non support, was fined 50 dollars and costs and ordered to pay 15 dollars monthly. jailed until arrangements made.

Abraham Millemiter Lathrop Justice Hedges A. C. Roach Millemier Common Pleas Court Marvin Nichols

Printed Velvets Return In Fall Fashion Frenzy

The fall and winter season brings a surge in printed velvets showcased in loose chemise frocks. Designers promote velvet fabrics as a stylish, crave-worthy trend for upcoming wardrobes.

Gowns Feature Simple Chic Lines with Ribbon and Florals

The latest black satin gowns emphasize minimalism with two standout styles. One design relies on wide ribbons for trim while another uses rardenias for a refined floral touch.

Sold Property of State and Faces Charge in Court

Bucyrus Ohio July 6 R B Alexander Columbus auto accessory dealer was arrested on a warrant alleging he obtained money under false pretenses. State attorney general H H Griswold charged that Alexander sold a truckload of canvas to Joe Topper of Newark. the truck allegedly was state highway department property stolen from the state fair grounds.

Bucyrus R. B Alexander Columbus H. H. Griswold State Attorney General's Office Alexander Joe Topper Newark State Highway Department

Woman Hears Sudden Noise Awakens in Columbus

Mrs. Roy Wh Nams was awakened by a noise at home in Columbus Ohio. Police reported a possible break in but no one was found on immediate inspection. The incident appears to be a night disturbance with no injuries or property loss recorded.

Columbus, O Roy Wh

Robber Breaks In Steals Cash Jewelry From Room

Police report a bald headed intruder with bare feet entered a room, touched the top of a head and fled as a scream rang out. The thief escaped with $59 in cash and jewelry and clothes totaling about $160 in value.

A Multitude of Women Recommend Lydia E Pinkham’s

Readers report strong relief from ailments among women after using Lydia E Pinkham’s 9 Vegetable Compound. Messages describe restored health and renewed vitality, reflecting widespread endorsement from grateful users.

Iit Lydia Bk. Pinkham

Publication Promotes Remedy Aiming at Sick Woman

A clipped sentence from the paper suggests a continually published recommendation intended to urge ailing women to try the remedy. The phrasing points to promotional health claims common in old advertisements.

Novelty gloves with pleated wrist frills and cuffs

The era of pleated fashion is seen in gloves featuring wrist frills and wide cuff inserts, reflecting current style trends. The description notes decorative, fashionable elements like pleated detailing and poooted inserts enhancing the glove silhouette.

Dr Chalmer Morgan Found Dead In Home Basement

Dr Chalmer O Morgan a well known physician and Erie and Big Four railroad surgeon was found dead in the basement of his home in Galton on July 6. The tragedy comes as investigators search for a cause and manner of death.

Galton. O Chalmer Morgan Erie Big Four

Brown Caracul Fur Set For Winter Fashion

Brown furs gain popularity as brown caracul is expected to be among the fashionable choices for winter wraps.

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Bond & Mortgage Investment Co D. H. Moore L. D. Poston H. N. Benton H. M. Weber Secy T. RR Biddle G. BP Biddle I. F Dean Tong Canda Arthur Wolfe Stacey the Security Savings Bank F. L. Alderman J. H. Cline F. D. Forsyth I. G Chas. O’bleness F. B. Kiltan Asst Cashiera W. B. Golden M. E. Twiss Worstell Cline the Cline Ice Cream Co Athens, Ohio Buckey Lake Mnoro Oleo Ann Norman San Francisco Lily Parker Bros S. Court St Ging Canton Dallas Fashion Park Michaels Stern Pereates Silk Department Roshanara Ata Lawhead Service the Messenger Printers Co Lawhead
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