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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1923

Page

3

Nelsonville Nuptials Tie Adamson to Melodic Lads

In Nelsonville a couple tied the knot this morning at Athens where Rev. Leon Arpee blessed the union. The groom George Adamson is son of Mr. and Mrs. J Adamson and holds a position with Endard Oil. The bride wore a blue suit and the ceremony drew notable social figures. After the wedding the couple planned a brief honeymoon in Nelsonville before settling there.

Vis Adamson Athens Leon Arpee George Adamson Roment Jod Endard Oil Company Kilan Melody Nelsonville

Harding's Alaska tour reveals trail blazers' hardships

Fairbanks dispatch notes President Harding journeyed 150 miles south of the Arctic Circle and began the return to the sea coast by flivver river boat and train. He reports Alaska's development will require years of steady toil and self-reliance amid vast mining and timber regions.

Fairbanks Alaska Arctic Circle Harding Great Interior Yukon River Territory Seward Wyoming West Virginia Pennsylvania Northland

Frederick Hellyer Dies at Eight After School Strikeable Accident

Frederick Hellyer son of Mr and Mrs Harrison Hellyer aged 8 years 5 months 1 day died July 11 1928 after an accident earlier in the day. He was a Methodist Sunday school pupil who had rarely missed Sundays in two years. He would have entered third grade this fall and was cherished by parents grandparents and relatives. The family gratitude is given to neighbors singers and pall bearers. Memorial verse John 14 1.

Frederick Hellyer Pol Mes Harrison Hellyer Fred Ken Isaac Ho

High Living Costs Bother Lou as Rumors Swirl

New York July 16. Rumors and high living costs draw attention to Lou, with reports of his rumored romance with Beth Tate and a Broadway visit. Attorney Harry N. Steinfeld in New York seeks $10,000 for services during the recent inquiry into actor Line Farrar.

York Lou ‘Etor Beth Tate Ress America Ion Broadway phins-Joyce Segen Tellegen the Supreme Brooklyn Harry N. Steinfeld Ork Attorne Line Farrar

Referendum on Tax Laws Moves Through Legislature

The article notes petitions urging a referendum on the tax laws, passed by the legislature with the secretary of Vy overseeing the process. The governor led the effort and the vote date or specifics are not clearly stated in the readable fragments.

Vmrue

Miner couples listed in Athens and nearby towns

A compiled list includes John Overmeyer and Marie Genovieve Josten of Athens, Joseph Shesky and Helen Dance of Glouster RD 5, Francis Lemoine and Thelma Kasler of Glouster, Henry LeMasters and Myrtle Nelson of Beaumont, Walter Nestor and Roca B King of Athens RD 2, Eva Griffin and McConaha of Trimble, Archie Bunte and Goldie Koontz of Nelsonville, Henry Swart and Hazel Hunter of The Plains, Clarence Jack and Dorris Adamson of Nelsonville.

John Conrad Overmeyer Marie Genevieve Josten Athens Joseph Shesky Miner Helen Dance Glouster R. D Francis Lemoine Thelma Kasler Glouster Henry LeMasters Myrtle Nelson Beaumont Walter Nestor Athens R. D Roca B. King Canaanville Eva Griffin Dred McConaha Trimble Archie Bunte Goldie Koontz Nelsonville Henry George Swart Hazel Marie Hunter Plains Clarence Jack Standard Oil Company Dorris Adamson

Local Socials and Visits Across Carbon Hill Area

The column lists guests and visits among residents of Carbon Hill Chauncey and nearby towns. Families including Ed Smith An drew Ball Roscoe Shields Will McDonald Trix Buffington Roy Mathe ney Port Dicken A M Humphry Abe Rankin and others gather for Sundays and Saturday events. A Ku Klux Klan meeting draws attendees from the area.

Ed Smith Andrew Ball Carbon Hill Worth Dicken Roscoe Shields Henry Staffinger Chauncey Herb McDonald Will Hawks Trix Buffington Roy Matheney Pomeroy Will Briley Wayne Johnson Port Dicken Carl Geisicke Columbus Anna Osborn Athens Charles Loomis Logan A. M. Humphry Fanny Ball Millfield Abe Rankin Zine Courtney Noble Collins Albany S’rank Smith Ed. Burdette Jess Beverage Guy Nelsonville James McKnab Dave Aleshire Evelyn Marie Lyda King Orbiston Ku Klux Klan Lester Briley Lyte Marton Adrian Bobby Florence Ed Anderson Dessie Roy Thompson Betty Jane Tim Thompson Delen McArthur

Logan youth abroad enjoys thrifty German tour

Kenneth Francis, traveling from Hamburg to Berlin Paris and London with a Georgetown classmate, reports a prosperous Germany. He notes English is widely understood, lists local prices such as hotel 17 cents per day and beer at one cent, and plans to return to Logan and then college in August.

FE. B. Francis West Hunter Street Kenneth Francis Hamburg Germany Francis Georgetown University Berlin Paris London U. A United States Logan

Speeders Fined by Motor Cup Farbeam on Sunday

It Alberry of Columbus was clocked at 49 miles per hour and fined ten dollars plus costs. W Shaffer, driving a Kissel racer, received a similar fine. Pearl McConaha paid 25 dollars and costs for driving through city traffic at a rapid rate.

Motor Cup Farbeam Alberry Columbus W. Shaffer Pearl McConaha

Lancaster man treated after Rock Bridge robbery

Duane Wood of Lancaster was hospitalized after a Saturday treatment for a nervous breakdown following a prior hold up and robbery on the Rock bridge detour weeks earlier.

Duane Wood Lancaster Wood Rockbridge

Pigeon Release At Local Home Sparks Interest

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kreysig of Bremen and S. P. Soliday with Mr. and Mrs. Chris Harris of Columbus visited Mr. and Mrs. Dr. M. Soliday Sunday. Mr Harris, keen on homing pigeons, brought ten birds from Columbus and released them here. Records of the release times were kept and Harris pledged to send the return flight times to the Messenger representative.

Fred Kreysig Bremen S. P. Soliday Chris Harris Columbus M. Soliday Harris

Logan post office fiscal year financial report totals

The Logan post office reports stamps sold for 1922 23 at 22595 21 and 3915843 for 1921 22 with a 2010 38 gain. Treasury certificates sold 183730 00 with 224950 00 due in five years. War stamps redeemed 146640 00 and exchanged 23124 90. C O D packages 251 insured 5843 retired letters 4401 money orders cashed 4565 special delivery mail received and delivered 6018.

Financelal Logan Post Office Treasury

Gore man injured in motorcycle crash on detour

A machine Jesse Tuck er rode went into a ditch on a detour Saturday night. He suffered numerous cuts to the face and head and a lacerated tongue and was taken to the local hospital. Other passengers escaped with less serious injuries.

Jesse Tucker Gore

Rededication for Greville United Brethren Church Next Sunday

All day dedicatory services are planned at Greville United Brethren Church to mark its extensive repairs. The ceremony will be led by Dr. Harria of Columbus, superintendent of the conference, with Rev. Frazier serving as pastor, and a large attendance is anticipated.

Greville

Mrs Fribble Taken To Columbus Hospital After Second Operation

Mrs. John Fribble of North Walnut Street was taken to Columbus hospital in the latter part of the week. It is believed she may undergo a second operation in the past two months. She was accompanied by her husband.

John Fribble North Walnut Street Columbus

Chautauqua On Mulberry Street Draws Large Logan Audience

The current chautauqua on North Mulberry Street attracts strong attendance this week. Patrons praise the well balanced program with quality lectures and high class musical performances improving from earlier seasons.

North Mulberry Street Chautauqua Logan

Mrs Nixon dies in Gére and funeral plans noted

The death of Mrs. James Nixon occurred at Gére on Friday evening with funeral services to be held here on Monday. She is the sister of Rev. H. O. Davis, pastor of the Rockbridge circuit of the United Brethren church. Also, Mrs. Jake Moler died Sunday in Columbus hospital and her body was brought to Logan. funeral arrangements have not been made.

James Nixon Gére Jake Moler Gertie Shafer Columbus Logan

Fur capes feature varied pane lengths for winter wear

Readable notice highlights new fur capes with pointed sides or panes cut in different lengths as part of winter garments.

Canadian Rockies Offer Paradise for Mountain Climbers

Canada’s Alpine regions boast 672 peaks with 572 over 7000 feet and four above 12000, drawing alpinists and tourists to Banff Moraine Lake and Lake Louise areas. The Alpine Club of Canada runs camps from July 26 to Aug, featuring Swiss guides, easy to hard climbs, and lodging, with Mt Assiniboine and Mt Sir Donald as major draws for climbers and non climbers alike.

Canada Canadian Rockies Alpine Club of Caada Banff Aline Club Larch Valley Moraine Lake Lake Louise Heaven-Kissing Mountains Mt. Assiniboine Banff Middle Springs Sir Donald Glacier B. C Glacier Regenarie

Indians Carry Out Historic 187 Mile Funeral March

Twenty Moricetown Indians carried the body of Chief Alexander Isaac 187 miles in three weeks to a reservation cemetery. Illness halted the journey at the Moo Rice River headwaters, then ice packed around the coffin allowed progress. Two teams alternated carrying duties and camp labor as they weathered ice jams and rugged terrain.

Victoria B. C British Columbia Alexander Isaac Isaac Moricetown Moorice

Glouster trio pleads guilty to intoxication charges

John Norris Ira Fansas and Frank Galbreath were arrested at the American restaurant on West Union street by Officer John Price for drunkeness. They appeared before Mayor Gill on Monday morning and each pleaded guilty to intoxication, fined $5 and costs.

John Norris Ira Fansas Glouster Frank Galbreath Kentucky John Price West Union Street Gill

Stain Removal Tip for White Goods Uses Lemon Juice and Salt

Practical note suggests treating rust stains on white items with lemon juice and salt. Apply, expose to sun until dry, then rinse. The guidance emphasizes natural, sun-assisted whitening and stain fading on fabrics or appliances.

Air pilots rare victims of fear

London reports Major Anderson a consulting surgeon to the British Air Force says fear rarely causes plane accidents. He notes young pilots fail due to nerve exhaustion not fear and advises passengers to take back seats as safest. He also suggests a parachute release system for cabin egress in a fire.

London Major Anderson Anderson Jand

Local Families Visit in a Busy Week

Carpenter J T McCall and family and Mrs Nancy McCall visited E A McCall and family Sunday. Webber Dye visited Dave Dye and family. J M Galaway and wife were guests of Joseph Mar and wife of Middleport. Abe Tewksbury and wife visited Sam Tewksbury and Mrs W E Reeves. Mrs Phillip Barnhouse visited Far Barnhouse and family at Albany last week. An ice cream supper occurred at the FY B church Saturday evening. Guy C Gorby installing an electric heat plant. Lenore Collins of Hebbarday visited Guy Gorby and wife. Jeate Gregory purchased a Ford car. Jasper Wood was an Albany visitor. M W Howery’s condition remains about the same. He has been ill for some time. Mrs Lucinda Wilson ta t Jesse Sisson working on the section. Hammond Sisson of Albany visiting relatives here. Mrs J S Dudgeon visited W W Ik Swearingen and family at Dyesville last week.

J. T. McCall Nancy McCall E. A. McCall Webber Dye Dave Dye J. M. Galaway Joseph Mar Middleport Abe Tewksbury Sam Tewksbury W. EF. Reeves Phillip Barnhouse Far Barnhouse Albany FY. B Guy C. Gorby Lenore Collins Hebbarday Guy Gorby Jeate Gregory Ford Jasper Wood

Waistline rise in fall fashion signals slow return to normal

Fashion notes indicate waistlines are lifting this fall though not yet back to pre pandemic norms. The trend shows progress since six months ago as designers push toward a more natural silhouette. In other news the government designated over 8490 square miles in Alaska as a naval oil reserve to bolster strategic energy supplies.

Alaska

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