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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1921

Page

3

Athens County Past Matrons and Patrons Reach First Reunion

The Athens County Past Matrons and Patrons Association of the Eastern Star held its inaugural reunion at the Nelsonville Masonic Temple. Officers were elected with Mary E. Bartlett as president and James Palmer as first vice president. The gathering featured a banquet, speeches by notable members, and adjourned to meet in Athens in September 1922.

Athens County Mary E. Bartlett Nelsonville James Palmer Athens Susan Bentley Isabell Hamilton New Marshfield Lucy Webber Amesville W. S. Andrew of Columbus Matilda Martin Endora Mary Smith Coolville Katie Minck Wolfe Lancaster Edora James A Palmer

Funeral for Mrs May Burt Draws Attendees at Christian Church

Large crowd gathers Thursday afternoon at 2 for the funeral of Mrs May Burt at the Christian church. Members of the Maccabees Pocahontas and D of A attend in a body. Burial held at Greenlawn amid floral tributes.

Burt Christian Church May Burt Maccabees Pocahontas D. of A Greenlawn

Past Chiefs Entertain at Miss Pearce Home

Miss Louise Pearce hosted the Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters last evening. After a business session a social hour and a two course luncheon followed. Members present included Mesdames Clara Bateman Dolla King Bertha Bateman Myrtle Eddy Florence Coakley Lenna White Bess Fleck Clara Hellyer Nelle Spray and Miss Bertha Howard.

Louise Pearce Pythian Sisters Mesdames Clara Bateman Dolla King Bertha Bateman Myrtle Eddy Florence Coakley Lenna White Bess Fleck Clara Hellyer Nelle Spray Bertha Howard

Chamber of Commerce Urges All Members to Attend Meeting

Dr. Welch has issued an urgent call for every chamber member to be present at a special meeting at the YMCA at 7:80 this evening. The matter requires immediate chamber attention and full attendance.

Chamber OF Commerce Welch Chamber

Gordon Restaurant to Replace Q C B in City

L. H. Higgins sold the Q. C. B. restaurant to Frank Gordon of New Lexington who will assume control Tuesday. Gordon brings years of experience to the new eatery and plans to name it The Gordon Restaurant. Higgins has not announced his future plans.

L. H. Higgins Frank Gordon New Lexington Gordon Higgins Mr. Dellman

New Clothing Store to Open in Wilson Building

Wilson and McGill announce a new clothing and gents furnishings shop to open in the Wilson building on Columbus street about August 25. Carpenters are remodeling the room installing a new front and display windows.

Wilson and McGill Wilson Building Columbus Street

Criss Coleman Faces Saturday Hearing Over $10 Theft

Criss Coleman pleaded not guilty to stealing $10 from Jane Coleman in Mayor McCune's court. A hearing is scheduled for Saturday to address the charge.

Criss Coleman Jane Coleman McCunes

Eagles Banquet and Initiation in Nelsonville Erie

The Fraternal Order of Eagles 391 will hold an initiation of candidates and a banquet in Nelsonville Erie on July 16 starting at 6 45 PM.

Eagles Nelsonville Erie Order of Eagles

Have New Daughter for Mr and Mrs Earl Phillips

Mr and Mrs Earl B Phillips announce the arrival of a nine and one half pound daughter at their home this morning confirming a new addition to the family.

Mrs. Earl Phillips

Knights of Pythias mourn Charles Springer funeral

All Knights of Pythias are called to Castle Hall on Saturday July 16 at 1 PM to attend the funeral of brother Charles Springer J P Stratton C C.

Knights of Pythias Castle Hall Charles Springer J. P. Stratton C. C

Mrs Ralph Wolfe Visits Lancaster Hostess

Mrs. Ralph Wolfe of Lancaster was the guest Thursday and Friday of Mrs. C. H. Bartistt, sharing time in her home and social gatherings during the visit.

Ralph Wolfe Lancaster C. H. Bartistt

Bomb Wrecks Drug Store in Youngstown

An early blast wrecked the Joseph Derose drug store and Leonard Curto pool room and barbershop in a two story brick building. Estimated damage is 48000 dollars. No injuries reported. Police blame Black Hand extortionists who sent a letter demanding 2600 dollars two weeks earlier.

Youngstown Amb Joseph Derose Leonard Curto Jose

Robbery at Glouster Home Ends in Escape

A colored man robs the L. R. Andrews residence on Main Street in daylight yesterday, taking about $6 before fleeing through a side street to a back door. Marshal Williams fires a shot to halt him. the fugitive dashes toward an alley and is later said to have boarded a southbound freight at The Athens Lumber Co. plant.

L. R. Andrews Main Street Andrews Eli Douglas Marshal Williams Athens Lumber Co

Budget Director Dawes Seen Leaving the White House

General Charles G. Dawes, director of the budget, is pictured leaving the White House for a conference with the President. Dawes enjoys his cigar, shown about to light up, highlighting his relaxed habit during the visit.

Charles G. Dawes Re House Presit Gen. Dawes

Weighing Clinic for Babies Arranged by City Nurse

Acting Supervising Nurse Miss Bliss requests all mothers to bring their babies next Wednesday to the city building nurse rooms between 2 and 4 for weighing and measurement. The aim is to determine exact condition and supply needs.

Miss Bliss

Club Shoot Highlights Thursday at American Gun Club

The Thursday afternoon shoot at the American Gun Club drew about twenty members on a dark day. Clarence Way posted the day’s highest average with 41, followed by N C Grubb 40 Fred Graves 39 and George Cain 37. Top ten shot scores were Way 42 Grubb 40 Graves 40 Cain 39 and J C Martin ?

American Gun Club Clarence Way N. C. Grubb Fred Graves George Cain J. C. Martin

Carnival detainee fights jail break and fraud case

A street carnival man was jailed for drunkenness but broke jail within an hour and may be recaptured after the show moves to Logan. Pearl Elliott, age about 23, was taken to Athens by Marshal Williams to answer a charge of passing a raised two dollar bill as a twenty.

Marshal Williams Logan Pearl Elliott Athens Pearl Rody Hollister Elliott

Smith Greater Shows Open Saturday Afternoon

All attractions will be open Saturday afternoon commencing at 1 o'clock in the field opposite Ath Lumber Co. Auspices L O M.

Smith Greater Ath

Plans to Stimulate Foreign Trade At Ohio Bankers Meet

The Ohio Bankers Association closes its thirty-first annual convention in Cleveland with plans to establish a new international credit and exchange system. Comptroller Crissinger proposed the plan yesterday and U S Senator Pomerene spoke today. Also listed were R R Beetham of Cadiz and Leonard P Ayres of the Cleveland Trust Company.

Cleveland Ohio Bankers’ Association D. R. Crissinger U. S Atlee Pomerene R. R. Beetham Cadiz Ohio Ohio House of Representatives Leonard P. Ayres Cleveland Trust Company

Severe quake reported near Men det Virginia

Bristol Tennessee reports severe earth disturbances at Men det Virginia with many acres raised and sunken ground. Large riverbank breaks near the town are noted in early today dispatches.

Bristol Tenn Mendet

Lighthouse for Sale Prominent English Coast Site

An advertisement offers a lighthouse in perfect condition at a magnificent coastal position for sale. The listing highlights its prime location and excellent upkeep, inviting potential buyers to inquire for details and pricing.

Divorce options in New Zealand for long separations

In New Zealand a marriage may end by divorce if a husband and wife agree to separate for three years or more and the separation ends at the expiration of that period. The rule emphasizes a formalized duration before finalizing the divorce.

New Zealand

Census Finds Forty-Five as Average Age for Business Leaders

A census taker reports the average age of a hundred leading businessmen reaching achievement at forty five. This snapshot highlights age at onset of notable success among top global executives.

Elopement Sparks Gossip In Monticello Community

Mrs. Earl Van Noy explains her husband’s elopement with Mrs. Clark Durea, wife of the Holy Roller pastor, amid local gossip. She vows to serve divorce papers and says she might marry none, while Durea disappears after locking himself in his home.

United Press Monticello N. Y Earl van Noy Clark Durea van Noy Durea

Pink notice fluttering from hotel window sparks fire crew

A flimsy pink fluttered from Hotel Sherman window landing on a flag as a traffic cop called the fire department to rescue it. In New York, Samuel G. Martin sues for divorce after seven years and 800 evenings out with his wife. she says no woman could love a man over 47.

Chicago Hotel Sherman New York Samuel G. Martin

Women Smokers to Get Special Compartments on CPR Trains

Canadian Pacific Railway announces new smoking compartments for women. aims to provide dedicated space on trains in Montreal. This move highlights evolving social norms and railway policies during the period.

Montreal Canadian Pacific Railway

Alexander Mitchell founder of Mutual Savings Bank dies at 74

Wheeling West Virginia Alexander Mitchell 74 founder of the Mutual Savings Bank died here today from pneumonia.

Wheeling W. Va Alexander Mitchell The Mutual Savings Bank

John M. Peters dies veteran AFL organizer who led steel strike

John M. Peters aged 47, a veteran of the Spanish-American War and an organizer for the American Federation of Labor who directed the steel strike in the Wheeling district two years ago, died this morning of heart trouble in Wheeling West Virginia.

Wheeling W. Va John M. Peters American Federation of Labor

Floating Bangkok Crowned By Siams Floating City

Bangkok, the capital of Siam, is described as a floating city with 70,000 houses, each perched on a bamboo raft. The article highlights the unique urban design of the capital and its extensive house population.

Bangkok Siam

Warning of Coal Shortage Across Nation Increases

The Railway Age urges immediate coal purchases to prevent shortages as demand may surge with fall and winter activity. Railways hold 163000 surplus coal cars, plus 130000 in bad order, risking supply if usage rises. No major coal rate cuts expected this year as mine wages remain high and contracts run to April 1922.

Railway Age

French Surgeon Replaces Thumb By Toe

A patient’s missing thumb was replaced by the big toe in a remarkable operation performed by a renowned French surgeon. The procedure showcases advanced reconstructive techniques and a remarkable feat of surgical precision.

Floral Parade Highlights 1921 BPOE Grand Lodge Meet

More than 100000 Elks attend the 1921 grand lodge reunion in Los Angeles as Oregon debuts a 10000 dollars float presided by the “prettiest woman in Los Angeles.” Philadelphia lodge brings a 600 strong delegation with drill corps band and mounted guard. parade preparations under Los Angeles Lodge 99 host.

Los Angeles Cal Grand Lodge Oregon George Goodraum Philadelphia East Elkhom

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