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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1921

Page

5

Bride Florence Burt Weds Orlan Houck in June Ceremony

Miss Florence Edith Burt became the bride of Orlan Gwenn Houck at the First Christian church in Athens. Rev. E D Murch officiated, with 18 relatives present at the home wedding on Palmer street. The couple plans a June 10 onwards honeymoon and will reside at 15 Palmer street.

Florence Edith Burt Orlan Gwenn Houck E. D. Murch First Christian Church J. H. Burt Palmer Street Mildred Banks Harry L. Fox Minneapolis Minn

Organ Recital Tonight by Prof Kresge at First Methodist

Prof Allen R Kresge of the Ohio University School of Music presents an organ recital at 7:30 this evening at First Methodist Church. Soprano Miss Florence Hawkins assists. admission is free. Program features works by Bach, Strauss, Nevin, Hayden, Guilmant, Mozart, Wagner and Stebbins.

Allen R. Kresge School of Music Ohio University First Methodist Church Florence Hawkins Richard Strauss Nevin Hayden Air

Luncheon honors two brides to be and guests

Mrs. Roger J. Jones hosted a luncheon at 20 University Terrace for Mrs. John M. Williams and Miss Lucile Henry as part of wedding preps. The event for about 40 featured pink and white decor, bridal cards, roses, and out of town guests Mrs. D. M. Switzer, Mrs. Tom Jones, Mrs. Harry Bartlett.

John M. Williams Nelle Finsterwald Lucile Henry Russell Finsterwald Roger J. Jones Evan J. Jones Roger Jones University Terrace Evans Jones Williams Jones D. M. Switzer Tom Jones Columbus E. J. Jones Harry Bartlett Chicago I. L. Preston

Savage announce birth of son Robert Gwylian

Mr and Mrs Paul A Savage of 17 Palmer Street announce the birth of a son named Robert Gwylian born May 24.

Paul A. Savage Palmer Street Robert Gwylian

First M. E. Church Children Plan Friday Meeting

Local note: All primary department children meet at the church Friday afternoon at 3 30. Mr and Mrs Raymond Holland of Barberton return from a visit in Athens and New Marshfield. Reverend Ahlbrand and Mrs Hammadge dine with Mrs H Figley at Athens County Infirmary Chauncey. Frank Rauch travels to Magnetic Springs for an indefinite stay due to rheumatism. Mrs Harry Bartlett of Chicago visits Preston home. Wheeler Dew and Jane Dew graduate Athens High School class of 1921.

M. E Raymond Holland Barberton Athens New Marshfield Harry Bartlett Chicago F. L. Preston Wheeler Dew Jane Athens High School

Bond couple return home after visit here

Mr and Mrs Elmer Bond of Columbus have returned home after visiting relatives and friends here. They were accompanied by family members and enjoyed their stay.

Elmer Bond Columbus

Supreme Court retirements seen as looming in coming years

The article notes that two or three Supreme Court members may retire due to age within a year or two. It cites former Senator Ge or Ge Sutherland of Utah as a likely successor for a vacancy, describing Sutherland as a nationally respected lawyer and a close personal friend of President Harding in Washington.

U. S. Supreme Court Ge. Sutherland Utah Washington Sutherland Harding

These Girls Pass Test For Place In Ziegfeld Follies

The article notes a group of girls is tested for chorus girl roles in the Ziegfeld Follies. It describes the selection process and hints that the names are withheld to avoid singling out individuals.

Church groups plan meetings and a notes on local events

The Martzolff class of the First M E church plans its regular monthly social in the church parlors Friday at 7. The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society meets Friday afternoon in church parlors with a arranged program and urged attendance. Edwin Chubb, son of Acting President and Mrs. E D Chubb, has returned to Athens after teaching in Cadiz high school and will receive his Ohio University degree June 16.

Athens High School Ohio University F. C. Stedman Co H. E. Houck Gallipolis Gallia Academy Bliss Business College Columbus Athens Thais Houck Nellie Hall Tuscola Ill Martzolff First M. E Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society M. E. Church Edwin Chubb E. D. Chubb Court Street Cadiz High School Ohio

Kilkenny Fined for Illegal Liquor Transport at Carnival Site

Glouster Walter Kilkenny of Congo, owner of an Oakland touring car found near the street carnival grounds last Wednesday night, faced Mayor Wallace yesterday evening and was fined 300 dollars plus costs for illegally transporting liquor. He paid 200 dollars. the car remains as security for the balance. No additional charges will be filed.

Walter Kilkenny Congo Oakland Wallace Kilkenny

Lecture for Women and Girls at Church of Christ

Mrs Thomas of Springfield will deliver a health themed lecture for women and girls over 16 at the Church of Christ Friday at 7 30 p m. The event invites every woman and girl in the city to attend.

Church of Christ

McCarty Family Moves to Columbus Home Leased

Mr. and Mrs. F. D. McCarty and son Culver travel to Columbus to establish a new home as Mr. McCarty buys a residence there. The McCarty home on High street is leased to Jacob Paul.

F. D. McCarty Culver Columbus Mr. McCarty Capital City McCarty High Street Jacob Paul

Glouster Puts Strict Emphasis On Open Cut-Out Rule

Glouster enforces a mis demeanor ordinance against driving with the car cut-out open. Officials warn drivers to close the cut-out or face fines. Akron couple announces birth of a son born last Wednesday, with Mrs. Morgan previously Miss Jennie Ellis of Glouster.

Glouster J. P. Morgan Akron Morgan Jennie Ellis

Motorcycle Tour Planned Across Canada and West

Otis Vernon and Harold Elliott of this city plan a motorcycle trip into Canada visiting Des Moines Iowa and other western points before returning home.

Otis Vernon Harold Elliott Canada Des Moines Iowa

Hatchery Receives 200 More Pheasant Eggs at Congress Run Farm

Deputy Game Protector B T Le Fever reports 200 additional pheasant eggs from the state game commission bringing the hatchery total to 600 eggs at his Congress Run farm. A further 300 eggs are due to arrive this week.

B. T. le Fever State Game Commission Congress Run

Township Education Board to Hire Teachers at June 25 Meeting

The nimble township board of education will hire teachers at a June 25 meeting. For the just closed school year the board paid outside tuition totaling over $4000. Glouster and Jacksonville received the largest share at 3440, with the balance paid to Buchtel and Murray districts.

Nimble Township

Union Recognition Drive Shuts Local Brick Plants

A mass meeting at Lamborn grove chaired by Mayor Wallace led to forming a local brick workers branch of the United Brick Workers of America. Speakers included President Kasten and Vice President Hutson. The plants are idle as workers strike for union recognition, with an agreement reportedly tied to competitors' organization.

Lamborn Grove Wallace Kasten Hutson United Brick Workers of America

Appointment of Frances M Kempton as Administratrix

Frances M Kempton appointed and qualified as administratrix of the estate of Dexter M Kempton late of Athens county Ohio deceased dated May 26 1921 M Johnson Probate Judge of said county 6 26 70tw

Frances M. Kempton Dexter M. Kempton Athens County Ohio M. Johnson Said

Athens Chamber of Commerce holds annual meeting

The Athens Chamber of Commerce annual meeting featured Secretary Manager C. H. Bryson's report and a strong address by Kennedy of the Parkersburg Board of Commerce on citizen duties. Officers elected include President T. W. Craig and Vice President F. L. Alder man with a focus on public welfare, rail and highway improvements, county health, and university support. Kennedy praised local effort and urged citizens to contribute to town, county, state, and nation.

Athens Chamber of Commerce C. H. Bryson Athens Kennedy Parkersburg Board of Commerce T. W. Craig F. L. Alderman M. Johnson J. J. Schmidt A. B. Roe Carl Beasley F. D. Forsyth F. W. Bush Mr. Kennedy Bryson America Europe United States Chamber of Commerce Athens County Ohio Congress Ohio University Floodwood

Cleveland woman appointed to Ohio industrial commission

Rose Moriarty of Cleveland was named by Governor Davis to the Ohio industrial commission becoming the first woman to hold a position on this commission or any similar body in the country. She has long led Republican affairs in Cleveland and the state. The post carries a $6,000 a year salary.

Rose Moriarty Cleveland Davis Ohio Industrial Commission Miss Moriarty

Floodwood strike averted with mayor and chamber backing

Mayor Tom Roush receives credit for preventing the strike at Floodwood. The chamber supported eight miles of road to Glouster, the Jerseyville road, maintenance plans, and shelter construction at traction line stops. Legislative work by Mr. Ginnan is praised, and the chamber pledges continued countywide cooperation.

Tom Roush Floodwood Glouseter Jerseyville Road Ginnan

Editorial Mood Shifts as Mothers-in-Law Gain Vote Status

The piece ponders changing social humor as mothers-in-law gain suffrage and editors show caution. It notes fewer jokes at their expense and questions whether editorial tastes or public sentiment are softening.

American Slain by Bandits Near Tampico in Mexico

American Buchanan was killed by Mexican bandits north of Tampico and another American wounded, reports reaching here indicate on June 2.

Mexico City Buchanan Tampico

Duke of Mars Engaged to Gladys Deacon

London announces the engagement of the Duke of Mars to Gladys Deacon daughter of the late Edward Parker Deacon of Boston. The announcement was made here today marking a royal match with ties to Boston society.

London Duke of Mars Gladys Deacon Edward Parker Deacon Bomton

Athens residents named in public notice

Orland G. Houck of Athens accounting and Florence Edith Pot Athens, Austin Stillwell of Floodwood deep sea diver, and Izetta Evans of The Plains are identified in a local notice listing individuals and occupations.

Orland G. Houck Athens Countant Florence Edith Pot Austin Stillwell Floodwood Deep Sea Izetta Evans the Plains

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