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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1921

Page

5

Snyders Weekday Dinner Hosts for Local Guests

Mr and Mrs William Snyder entertained at their country home last Thursday with a chicken dinner. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Elmer Bond and daughter Frances, Mr and Mrs Frank Wheeler and two children Colum bus, Mr and Mrs Thomas Bond and Mr William Bond from near Coolville, plus the hosts and their children. Additional notices mention Frank Nero traveling to Columbus on a two week business trip and Clarence Wyckoffs returning from a Cleveland vacation. Mary Catherine and Ruth Haning of Athens joined Roy Haning and sons Carl Billy and Richard. Thomas Burkett of Canaanville. Virgil Burkett of near Steubenville. Guy Burkett and son Richard. and Grover Douglas of Brookville also noted.

William Snyder Elmer Bond Frances Frank Wheeler Columbus Thomas Bond William Bond Near Coolville Mary Catherine Ruth Roy Haning Carl Billy Richard Athens Thomas Burkett Canaanville Virgil Burkett Near Steubenville Guy Burkett Grover Douglas Brookeville

Mrs P B Lawrence and Grace Return From Columbus Trip

Mrs P B Lawrence and her daughter Grace have returned home after several days in Columbus. The trip was taken by motor.

P. B. Lawrence Miss Grace Columbus

Family News From Seantenes and Chillicothe Visit

Mr and Mrs John Fra field of 90 East Mill Street Seantenes and a John Frank a wayJuly 20 Weight eight Mrs L N Huff and daughter Annette went to Chillicothe yesterday to visit over the middle of the week with her parents and other relatives.

John Frafield East Mill Street John Frank L. N. Huff Annette Chillicothe Yeaterday

Hughes Couple Visit with Parents Leaves for North

Mr. M. D. Hughes left today to join Mrs. Hughes and visit their parents in the northern part of the state. They expect to return in about one week.

M. D. Hughes Mrs. Hughes

Family greetings mark return from visit and guests welcomed

Mr. Albert A. Achauer returned today to his Columbus home ending a visit since Saturday at the home of his sister Mrs. E. E. Aumiller, 45 Mound street. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Jones of the Congress apartment have as house guests Mrs. Jones' sister Mrs. Charles Lucas and daughter Margaret of Louisville, Kentucky.

Albert A. Achauer Columbus E. E. Aumiller Mound Street E. M. Jones Congress Apartment Jones Charles Lucas Margaret Louisville, Ky

Visitors From Chicago Bring Relatives To Canaanville

Mr and Mrs A Cavanaugh of Canaanville host as guests the latter's nephew Thomas D Morley and Miss Kathryn Marie Kelley of Chicago Illinois during a family gathering.

A. Cavanaugh Canaanville Thos. D. Morley Kathryn Marie Kelley Chicago, Ill

Local Notes on Visits and Hospital Stays

Mrs. Sarah Ewing and daughter Jennie return from Marion where Jennie’s brother George Ewing is recovering from paralysis and able to be up. Miss Nelle Pickering to Columbus hospital for possible operation. Missionary Society picnic set at 3 pm with supper at 6 30 at the Christian church. Mary Funkhouser travels to Cincinnati for a regional picnic and visits Bronley Kentucky en route. Rev Dr and Mrs James A Miller visit New York then Lowman New York for family visits with Walter Miller and Barbara Jean.

Sarah Ewing Jennie Marion George Ewing Nelle Pickering Columbus H. L. Atkinson The Missionary Society of the Christian Church James A. Miller New York Walter K. Miller Barbara Jean Lowman N. Y Wilbur Symonds

Rail Finances Discussed at White House

President Harding, Treasury Secretary Mellon, Commerce Secretary Hoover and Senator Cummings of Iowa met at the White House to review a plan for paying government debt to railroads while allowing railroads to fund their debt to the government over several years.

Washington United Press White House Harding the Treasury Mellon Commerce Hoover Cummings Iowa

Veterans relief bill would unite bureaus under president

Washington July 20 the senate finance committee favorably reports the Sweet veterans bureau bill as amended. The measure consolidates the war risk insurance vocational training and public health bureaus into an independent department under the president. Estimated added cost reaches 15 million dollars.

Washington Sweet Veterans’ Bureau Senate Finance Committee R. C. Forbes War Risk Insurance Bureau

Surprise Birthday Dinner for Sanford Burkett

A July 17 birthday celebration at the home of Mr and Mrs Sanford Burkett honored Mr Burketts birthday. A noon dinner of elaborate proportions was served with attendees including Mr and Mrs John Cabeen and daughters.

Luhrig Sanford Burkett

Metal Man Urges Freight Rate Cuts for Construction

In Dayton Ohio July 20 National President A. L. Lamneck spoke on railroad freight rates during the Sheet Metal Contractors convention in Indiana and supported Henry Ford’s call for rate reductions. He warned that high rates hinder all construction while waterway towns like lake and river cities are expanding more than inland areas.

Dayton, CO Indianapolis A. L. Lamneck Henry Ford

Deaths and Funerals Jefferson Mansfield 57

Jefferson Mansfield 57 died Tuesday evening at his home near Fisher after a long illness. He is survived by his widow Charlotte Caster two brothers Charles of Willow Creek and Dr Elmer Mansfield of Springfield one sister Mrs Kate Pinkerton of Athens. Four brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. The funeral party will leave the house at 12 30 Thursday for Canaanville where the funeral and burial will take place.

Jefferson Mansfield Fisher Charlotte Caster Charles Willow Creek Elmer Mansfield Springfield Kate Pinkerton Athens Canaanville

Woman flivver crashes into boys and Florence Shemowski

In Flor ence Ohio a woman pilot driving through the mining town struck two boys causing minor injuries then collided with Florence Shemowski fracturing her leg and collarbone. A railroad wreck blocked the crossing and an ambulance was sent eight miles to the local hospital.

Martins Ferry Ohio Florence Florence Shemowski

Tanlac credited for night sleep and renewed health

Mrs. Margaret Taylor of Kenmore Ohio says Tanlac cured years of poor appetite indigestion cramps and fatigue. After finishing four bottles she reports sound sleep renewed energy and no adverse effects. She praises Tanlac as a wonderful medicine.

Tanlac Margaret Taylor S .14Th St Kenmore Ohio Taniac

Old War Vets Meet in Indianapolis Encampment Planned

The Grand Army of the Republic annual encampment is slated for the first week of October in Indianapolis. City council approved $12,000 for encampment expenses, with $7,500 expected from the state.

Indianapolis Grand Army of the Republic

City funds and G A R officials total

Contingent fund is considered enough to meet expenses though national officials of G A R require $7200, which would be needed from the city alone.

Glouster Mine Resumes Operations After Brief Shutdown

Glouster mine workers return after a week idle as Guinther & Son hauling firm noted. Mine ops paused Wednesday last week. about four workers were kept on while the majority were laid off until orders justified reopening. Local business and transport services resume with renewed activity.

Officials Meet Over Pay Dispute At Drydock Mine 255

Today company and miners officials convene to resolve a week long shutdown at Drydock Mine 255 due to deadwork pay clashes. The talks aim to restore production and settle wage disagreements affecting operations.

Drydock

Boy Hit by Car on Main Street

Ralph Halbert ten year old son of Mr and Mrs James Halbert of Main street was struck by a car driven by Frank Yocum near The Carpenter Hardware Co. He sustained a cut about the head but the injuries are not serious. Yocum swerved to avoid the boy and struck the curb. The boy was taken to Dr Crawford for treatment.

Ralph James Halbert Main Street Frank Yocum

Chicken thieves steal flock from Oakdale couple

Mr and Mrs Asa Stevens of Oakdale report about 40 chickens roosted Monday night but only half remained Tuesday morning. Police expect arrests likely soon as investigation continues.

Asa Stevens Oakdale Stevens Chicken House

Mournful notice of Mrs. Sarah Green's death at 68

The piece reports the death of Sarah Green born March 7 1853 who died July 9 after 68 years 4 months 2 days. It notes she married Joseph Green on June 28 1875 and had one son and three daughters including Mable who predeceased her. It mentions her Church of Christ affiliation, character, and surviving relatives Carsie Green Edna Embrey Stella and others.

Sarah Green Joseph Green Mable Green Church of Christ Bennett Carsie Green Canaanville Edna Embrey Glouster Stella

Arrest and Fine Imposed by Mayor on Defaulter

A man was taken before Mayor Wallace after being found in custody and received a $200 fine plus costs. He paid the costs and $100 of the fine, with a deadline given to raise the remaining balance.

Wallace

Hollister Couple Welcomes Baby Girl

Mr. and Mrs. William Keith of Hollister are parents of a girl born yesterday.

William Keith Hollister

Pat Cuminskey Rites Pending In Corn Ing

Pat Cuminskey 77 uncle to Geo Thompson of this city died at his Chapel Hill home yesterday morning. Funeral at St Bernard church Corning Thursday at 9 o clock conducted by Rev Shaffer with Fr Quailey away on vacation. Burial in Chapel Hill cemetery. He was one of seven children. His sister, mother of Mr Thompson, died at 39. The others are living. the youngest is past 74.

Pat Cuminskey Geo. Thompson Chapel Hill St. Bernard Church Corning Fr. Shaffer Fr. Quailey Mr. Cuminskey Mr. Thompson

Card of Thanks for Kindness After Loss

The family of Joseph Green thanks all who assisted during illness and death of their wife and mother. Grateful for neighbors, relatives, and the beautiful floral offerings from many supporters. Joseph Green and Children.

Joseph Green

Students Host Grand Summer School Reception

Eighteen hundred Ohio university students gathered at the Ohio field Monday night for a large outdoor reception. Athens merchants donated 50 gallons of ice cream, 1900 cones, and 800 pounds of peanuts for refreshments as students from counties formed singing groups and shared in a community sing led by Prof. T N Hoover.

Ohio University Ohio Field Athens Merchants T. N. Hoover Charles Schaeffler Forol Strickland

The Housewife of 1921 and Women's Voter Role

After suffrage, the American woman is urged to act as a citizen and voter while managing health. The ad promotes Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a trusted remedy for ailments peculiar to women, claiming forty years of use in restoring health and strength.

Lydia FE. Pinkham

Government Holds Foreign Debt Deferment Belief

United States officials claim a binding 1919 understanding to defer interest on foreign debtor nations. Secretary Mellon testified before the Senate Finance Committee that Rathbone and Blackett negotiated deferment to 1922 at least, with Houston supporting the promise. Senators pressed for memoranda as Mellon warned data resided in treasury files in large wooden chests.

United Press Washington United States Houston Mellon Reed Lafolette Treasury

Dayton Workhouse Offered For Sale At Auction

Dayton reports a workhouse offered for sale yesterday with no bids received. The item’s value and terms remain unclear as officials await potential buyers.

Dayton

Thieves Steal 8000 Cigarettes and 1200 Cigars from Pool Room

Police in Wheeling seek suspects after a theft of 8000 cigarettes and 1200 cigars from a local pool room. No arrests reported.

Wheeling

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Frank Nero Clarence Wyckoff Cleveland W. G. Danford Trimble Dr. Danford Lydia Danford Mary Funkhouser Cincinnati B. of L. F E. of Chillicothe Coney Island Tom Butcher Bronley, Ky Rey’s Metal Man Mrs. Taylor Evty Guinther & Son Marshal Williams Constable Orndorf George Clifton Clifton U. S L. C. Martin Keenan Senger J. D. Haskins Cline Louis XVI Davenport William and Mary Dining Room Brussels Victor Records Ccle Dees ITO America
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