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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1920
Page
8
John E. Lyons sued the village of Middleport in common pleas court on Thursday morning seeking to vacate a portion of Main Street. He claims ownership of all abutting parcels and argues vacation benefits the municipality without harming anyone’s easement rights.
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children. It urges buyers to look for the word California on the package and notes the fruit flavor and clear directions on each bottle.
A visiting party including Mesdames Ray Young A O Troy Richard Campbell Frank Lowery John Leitweiler Christ Beards Frank Foley Charles Hartley Clyde Andrews Bernice Dorst Mark Hartenbach William Myers Teresa Borham Margaret Reinhart and Margaret Smith impressed Rutland lodge with splendid hospitality and a return visit is eagerly anticipated.
Charles Archer of Butternut was injured Wednesday at the Thomas Fork mine when a sudden jump to avoid a falling slate left his hand caught in a machine. Four fingers were mutilated and had to be amputated to save his life.
Howard Howell faced Justice Martin on assault and battery charges from a warrant by Lant Archer. He pled guilty and received a $100 fine and costs plus 90 days in the Columbus workhouse. After negotiations, the term was reduced to 5 dollars and costs with 90 days to the workhouse and suspension of the workhouse portion.
A break in the water main below Kerrs Run left Middleport and Pomeroy without water service all Wednesday and until about 5 PM Thursday. The pipe was badly rotted and a five by eight inch section of iron pipe had broken from the main.
Orchardists in Pomeroy Bend prepare for a record peach crop as several new large orchards come into harvest for the market for the first time.
The 1920 Meigs county chautauqua starts Sunday August 1 under the big tent on Central school grounds Mill Street Middleport ending Monday August 9. The event promises bigger and better attractions with enhanced Boy Scout support led by Scout master L Z Davis and three Middleport troops. A new checking tent will allow patrols to check lunch baskets wraps and other items, while the concession tent offers wet and dry refreshments providing quick service for attendees.
Arles Butler, a longtime Middleport resident and veteran around 70, died at his home in the town’s lower section on Tuesday. Funeral services were conducted at his residence Thursday morning with burial at Cheshire Cemetery.
George Wiggins a well known resident of Poplar Ridge died Wednesday morning at the advanced age of 77 years.
Funeral services were announced for 10 o'clock this forenoon with burial at Poplar Ridge Cemetery.
Frank Campbell aged 21 and Elizabeth Searls aged 18 were married Thursday in the Langsville Probate Court by Justice Stephen Martin. The couple plans to reside in Akron Ohio.
Miss Clara Zier travels to Vermillion Ohio to see brother George and family. Mrs Ralph Laser of Miami Fla visits Eli Meier of Naylors Run. Mrs Albert Russell and son return to Columbus. J F Bowles visits from Dexter. Dr T Jesse Jones cables George Schlueger that he and family arrived in Liverpool en route to South America. Mrs W McPhale and two daughters leave for Pittsburg. Mrs Lillie Winters and two children visit Higgensport. A M Hamilton leaves for Toledo to fetch Overland machines. Mrs McDaniels Rushville hosts J Witton family. W G Davis visits Gallipolis. Mrs David Miller travels to Gallipolis for son’s tonsil adenoids surgery. Mrs Peter Fenney to Holzier hospital for hemorrhage treatment. Mrs E M Dickerson hosts auction party in Middleport for I L Oppenheimer and Frank Nusbaum visits.
Sand Rock residents and relatives from Athens Columbus Broadwell Nelsonville and Amesville visited friends and family this week. The report lists multiple hosts and guests including Mr and Mrs M N Linscott Mrs Helen Smith and children of Athens Mr C W James of Columbus Rev Williamson and wife Mrs Tuttle of Broadwell and several others.
Miss Isabella Walters of Columbus is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs John Walters. Mrs Martin Shuttleworth is convalescing. Rev J B Bishop Mr John Mason and Mr and Mrs Park attended a community service at Carbon Hill. Velma Ward returned home from Columbus visit. William Pierre takes a job with Stedman Packing Co Athens and will move soon. Mrs William Pierre and children visiting Creton. Mrs Orley Tannahill ill with tonsillitis. Mrs Andrews of Main Street is critically ill with slim chances of recovery.
Washington reports George White, newly arrived Democratic National Committee chair, unveiled two campaign slogans Peace progress and prosperity and Cox sure as he assumed control of headquarters and met with party leaders.
Washington July 30 The justice department will monitor army food sales by retail dealers to curb profiteering. Assistant Attorney General Howard E. Figg announced that the war department will provide a price list showing what retail and wholesale dealers pay for army goods.
Rutland Ray Rawlings and family travel to Cleveland to join A. T. Townsend and relatives for a motor trip through the new states. John McFarlan buys Dwight Kennedy property in South Rutland. Will C. Merritt’s family visits Walter Hampton and wife in Dexter. Mrs Helen Stevens Ines and Miss Emma Hop of Mansfield visit. Grange picnic planned at Musser’s grove on August. Rawlings Bros. renovating to stock in place of harness. Mt Zion church anniversary observed August 29 to September 1.
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