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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1918
Page
7
Much of the Ath ens Brick Company equipment, closed for the war, is purchased by Jennings interests and moved to Utley. The tramway rail, copper trolley cables, electric locomotive, boilers, generator, motors, and other plant machinery are being dismantled and sold at high prices.
Help wanted advertisement seeking two reliable house painters in Nelsonville Ohio offering six dollars per day and steady work for the right men. Post by W. 8S Runion dated July 17 with classification 3-p.
Wartime guidance urges soldiers to secure written agreements with employers and creditors. It advises obtaining signed letters detailing obligations, using moral suasion and extensions, and consulting a lawyer if needed. Emphasizes clarity and planning to protect dependents and avoid unsettled debts after service.
Columbus July 17 rally promotes School Sammy Army of Ohio for War Savings Stamps. Boys and girls urged to enlist, aim for General rank by selling 1000 stamps, bronze pin badge offered, to back soldiers in the war effort.
T. L. Morgan is appointed and qualified as Administrator with the Will Annexed of the estate of Eliza Stevens, deceased, of Athens County, Ohio. Dated July 10, 1918. H. T. Phillips, Probate Judge.
Nelsonville July 17 Lieutenant Samuel David Mann son of Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Mann has been promoted to captain in the 53 Infantry of the Regular Army. He joined the Canadian army before the war and later transferred to American forces. He won his commission via examination and served at Fort Leavenworth and Atlanta before shipping overseas with his regiment.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindly assistance during the illness and death of our darling baby. Grateful for floral offerings. Special mention to Dr Higgins for faithful attention, Mr Baughman for good work, Rev Wilcox for his sermon, and Mr and Mrs H FE Lent.
The Athens Ohio Messenger issue from June 22 1918 lists reasons given by Athena County residents for refusing to subscribe to the War Chest Fund. Civilian attitudes toward the war effort are reflected in the local letters and editorials published in this wartime edition.
Sioux Falls July 17. The lemon extract now used to make intoxicating drinks leads Sheriff Shanks to order a prohibition on manufacture or sale in South Dakota. Demand rose more than fifty percent since statewide Prohibition began as extracts are mixed with other substances before consumption. Authorities also move to curb a drug that yields an intoxicating drink when blended with ingredients. The order takes immediate effect, affecting merchants with unsold stock.
A 1918 political notice announces Bert M. Thompson seeking the Republican nomination for Representative of Athens County in Ohio's General Assembly before the August primary. It also urges Thomas N. Hoover as a Republican candidate, noting his Athens residency, farming, and teaching positions at the University in History Government and Constitutional Law.
A campaign solicitation for Henry A. Hatch seeking support in the Republican Primary for Representative on August 18, 1918. The card is dated 7 10 42.
Otto L. Hossington and Oney A. Cook announce their candidacy for the Republican primary nomination for County Recorder of Athens County in the upcoming primary. The primary date is August 12 or 13, 1918, with contestants seeking the Recorder post in Nelsonville, Ohio.
To the voters of Athens County H BE Adams declares intent to beat opponents for County Recorder. He invites scrutiny and asks for every vote at the August primaries in the 138th district and 7 8th day era.
Athens county born George W. Rose campaigns for prosecutor highlighting twenty three years of experience and Republican affiliation.
Lawrence County candidate John B. Corns runs for State Central Committee from the Tenth District without salary, aiming to aid the Republican party. His opponent hails from Meigs County in the race.
The Buckeye State saving and loan camp in Columbus notes families are paying off mortgages, investing in liberty bonds, and choosing prudent financial moves amid economic shifts. Asset figures cited include 14 dollars in deposits and a focus on steady, low risk strategies, with emphasis on timely payments and savings.
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