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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1920

Page

3

What's Wrong With The Chamber of Commerce

Nelsonville's Chamber of Commerce is blamed for internal strife and dwindling dues as critics argue misrepresentation and slow progress. The piece defends the organization, recalls past victories like the hospital effort, urges renewed support, and invites members to attend a Friday session at the Y M C A and pay dues.

C. H. Bartlett Nelsonville, CO Nelsonville Chamber of Commercce Chamber of Commerce

Town urged to support Chamber with time and help

The note appeals to residents to give back to their community by volunteering and supporting the Chamber of Commerce, praising longtime assistance and asking for a mite of time. It frames involvement as a small but meaningful contribution to the town’s continued progress.

Chamber of Commerce

Chautauqua Meeting and Local Club Events Noted

A meeting at the Y M C A on Thursday 7 30 reorganizes the chautauqua committee as Redpath takes over the Lincoln system. About sixty guarantors should attend to ensure a financially sound program without burdening backers. The Chamber of Commerce hosts Friday’s regular meeting with a goal to recruit fifty men, supper served at 6 15, and promising content. The city reports play hour events at Hast school and Deanville tonight and at Central school Friday, plus a 2 15 Thursday city league baseball game at the playground. McCune’s bankers face Wilson’s stars in a high stakes match. Beginning Monday a river swimming class runs daily at 9 30 led by C A Dilcher and helpers, with children urged to attend the Y building by 9 30 for safe grouped transport.

Chautauqua Chautauqua Committee Redpath Company Lincoln Chamber OF Commerce Hast Deanville Central School McCune Wilson C. A. Dilcher

Birthday Party for Francis McCollester

Mr and Mrs Elaworth McCollester of Haydenville hosted a surprise party for their daughter Francis in her eighteenth year. Seventy five guests attended with many gifts noted and a late night dance ending at 1 30 AM as well wishers departed.

Elaworth McCollester Haydenville Francis Margaret McCollester C. F. Shell Columbus Mattie Nichols Vern Jackson, Mich Earl Erb Edward Elmer Coakley Laura McCollester Winefordner Grace Courtney Henry Scott Floyd McCollester Maggie Slater Lewis Simms Albert Thress Emma Skivers Lillian Will Higgins Lewis Skivers Anna

Square Blooming Effort Funded By Local Businessmen

Mrs. G. F. Cooley led a drive among local merchants to fund flowers for the public square this year. Local Boy Scout troops will maintain the lawn through summer.

G. F. Cooley

Stolen Ford Car and Local Notices in Nelsonville

A June 4 dances and a series of local classifieds list a stolen 1919 Ford with license 305924 and engine 1568555 from 580 Chestnut St. A $25 reward is offered. Other items include bids for construction, lodge notice, sale ads for baby bed and coal, lost pocketbook, and employment.

Ford Chestnut Street Gene Brickles

Tanlac credited with dramatic weight gain and recovery

A Cincinnati contractor Harry H. Loux recalls Tanlac transforming his health after years of indigestion kidney trouble and rheumatic pain. He gained 24 pounds in weight and says he now feels strong and well. The piece also notes local sales points and related social items.

Tanlac Harry H. Loux East 18Th Street Mr. Loux Taniac Athens Cline Pharmacy Co Coolville Taylor & Son Amesville F. W. Gibson

Store to Close for Funeral Services

Store will be closed all day Thursday due to the funeral services of Mr. Lemon Marshall at Lancaster. He is the father of R. M. Marshall, manager of the C. L. King store.

Lemon Marshall Lancaster R. M. Marshall C. L. King Will Leyshon Groveport William Humphrey Columbus Grant Hospital Anthony Riggs Murray City Earl Moler Little Son Marion Margaret Andrews Hughes Riggs Dorothy Our City Tom Parry Wall Will Parry David Feth Bates Church S. M. Johnson Athens

Decoration Day fishing at Wolf's basin draws crowd

About 500 fish were reported caught at Wolf's basin on Decoration Day. The item notes local residents and visitors visiting relatives, plus multiple mentions of extended family and upcoming local events at the Elks Club.

Wolf's Basin Morris Wilson Elks Club

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