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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1922

Page

2

Bethlehem Steel Chief Favors Bethlehem Lackawanna Merger

June 6 Bethlehem Steel president Eugene G Grace welcomed the federal trade commission inquiry into the Bethlehem Lackawanna merger. He said a full investigation will show the facts and that the purchase should be approved. Grace noted the action followed a prior senatorial request to review the transaction.

New York Bethlehem Lackawanna Eugene G. Grace Bethlehem Steel Corporation Federal Trade Commission Mr. Grace Grace

Mitchell’s Revival Draws Record Crowds Across Ohio

Dr. Clarence Mitchell of Cincinnati recently closed a large meeting in Trimble and returns to New Marshfield and Airline. In a 4000 population county he added about 300 new church members, with many converts among men. His tours, mostly within an hour of Cincinnati, showcase strong community spirit and sustained demand from multiple churches. Mitchell formerly pastored at Lima Ohio and Fairmont West Virginia.

Clarence Mitchell Cincinnati New Marshfield Airline Mitchell Athens County Galton Lima Fairmont W. Va

Local families travel and visitations across Athens region

The Plains and nearby towns report numerous visits. William Guseman and relatives journeyed to Cleveland for a week with kin. Athens residents Gabriel and Slater families plus others motor to towns like Athens and Charleston. Ethel Ball wed Gordon Phillips in Athens before heading to Charleston, and many others hosted or visited relatives in Lancaster Chauncey Vore Ridge and Nelsonville.

William Guseman Elmer Guseman Earl Guseman Cleveland John Gabriel Don Gabriel Alfred Joe Slater Dave Aleshire Athens Ed McCall W. Moore Jess Beverage Nelsonville Frank Smith Elza McGranor Zine Courtney Ethel Ball Gordon Phillips Breckenridge Tex Dabrite Charleston W. Va William Curry Caleb Brown Tom Chester Porter Henry Frost Mary Wallace Ike Wallace Paul Tipton George Ball and Sons Lancaster Edward Bail Ed Sickles Vore Ridge Irvin Vore Charles Harrison Emory Ball Chauncey Herman Humphrey Lester Briley Carbon Hill Mrs. Port, Dicken

Birth Announcement for Bryson Baby Daughter

Born Sunday to Mr and Mrs Myron Bryson a fine baby daughter.

Myron Bryson

Atlantic Pacific highway to pass Huntington рассказ

W V June 6 stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific the new Atlantic Pacific highway will pass through Huntington said H E Mathews secretary of the chamber of commerce.

Huntington Huntingon W. Va Atlantic Pacific Oceans Huntington H. FE. Mathews The Chamber of Commerce

Peach Ridge Enjoys A Notable Rural Sunday School Day

At Peach Ridge schoolhouse on Sunday June 4 a community event featured a long harbor with a table, 125 attendees, and a fine dinner prepared by local ladies. Roy Noland opened at 1 pm with Charles Miller speaking on God outdoors, followed by the Class Six chorus. Children aged 6 to 15 named every Bible book, praised as the county's best rural Sunday school, with John F. Brown leading local missionary work for the American Sunday School Union.

Peach Ridge Ollie Ef, Liggett Good Ladies of the Charles. Miller Gots Athens the Ridge Vernon Athens County

666 Quick Remedy For Colds Constipation And Headaches

An old tonic proclaims quick relief from colds constipation biliousness and headaches. Marketed as a fine tonic claiming broad health benefits and rapid results for common ailments.

Yesterday's scores from major leagues and associations

In the American Association standings Indianapolis beat Columbus 7 to 4 and St Paul defeated Milwaukee 4 to 3 while Minneapolis won 9 to 5 over Kansas City and Louisville beat Toledo 9 to 2. The National League saw Boston defeat St Louis 6 to 0 while the Pittsburgh Philadelphia game was rained out. No other games were scheduled in the leagues listed.

American Association Club Pet Minneapolis Cau St. Paul Indianapolis Milwaukeee Columbus Louisville Kansas Crue Ick Toledo Milwaukee Kansas City Boston St. Louis Pittsburgh-Philadelphia

Sports pairing headlines from midwest grid matchups

Columbus travels to Louisville while Toledo meets Indianapolis Minneapolis visits Kansas City and St Paul faces Milwaukee in a slate of regional basketball games.

National League and American League Baseball Schedule Summary

Cincinnati plays Brooklyn while Chicago faces New York and St. Louis meets Boston in the National League. Pittsburgh visits Philadelphia. In the American League Washington travels to Cleveland and Boston to St. Louis. New York plays Chicago and Philadelphia meets Detroit.

New Yorkee St. Louis Cleveland Washington Philadelphia Boston Detroit Eee Chicago Pet New York Pittsburgh St Lows Rewafotees Cincinnati Brooklyn

Billy Evans Umpiring Tactics Highlighted by Billy Evans

Billy Evans explains umpire restraint and invisibility as the key to authority. He recalls guiding Bob Shawkey away after a heated clash with Hildebrandt in Boston.

Negro group seeks Mexican colonization of cotton lands

An organization of American Negroes, dissatisfied with U S conditions, has applied to the Mexican government for permission to colonize extensive cotton lands in Mexico, according to officials in Mexico City.

Mexico Washington United States Mexico City

Pope to Issue Encyclical on Peace from St Peters

Rome reports Pope Pius XI plans the first encyclical for June 29 at St Peters Cathedral. Observers say the document will plead for world peace and call for renewed focus on spiritual matters.

Rome Pius XI St. Peters Cathedral

Women of Japan Expected to Remain Within Town Homes

In traditional Japanese society women of the upper class are expected to do little outside their town homes, reflecting social norms that limit female public activity and mobility.

Japan

Oak Park Country Club All Star Golf Foursome Set

The Oak Park Country club announces an all star foursome for September first. Alex Herd and J H Taylor will meet Willie Hunter and Chick Evans in matches. The purse is fifty thousand dollars with a challenge to back the favorite John if the pairings meet.

Oak Park Country Club Alex Herd J. H Taylor Willie Hunter Chick Evans

Notable Boxing Echoes: Johnson and Trio Draw Attention

The fragment recalls a long bout ending in a draw after thirty nine rounds. It notes Jim Jeffries Tommy Burns and Jack Johnson visiting Europe under scrutiny, yet none matched the public attention stirred by John L. in the scene.

Jim Jeffries Tommy Burns Jack Johnson Europe John L

Jap Champ Beats American Player in Tokyo Match

Wallace Bates of the University of California lost to Kumagae the Japanese national champion 6-0 and 6-2 in Tokyo. Bates and Wilson defeated Kumagae and Nomura in doubles 10-8 6-2 6-4, as the Californians win all their college matches abroad.

Tokio Wallace Bates University of California Kumagae Pates Wilson Nomura Japan Californians

Seek to Extend Power of Church

Protestant leaders of Ohio meet in Columbus at the Hotel Southern under the Ohio Federation of Churches to discuss expanding church influence into localities and households not reached and to influence legislation on public morals. A cooperative interdenominational evangelism program is expected to emerge from the conference.

Columbus Ohio Southern Ohio Federation of Churches

Leeds Proposes Coal Railways From Mines to Factories

The city of Leeds plans to use its street railways to move coal directly from local mines to factories and other consumers within the city. This initiative aims to streamline distribution and reduce transport steps by integrating coal supply with urban transit.

Leeds

Mrs. Culla J Wayhinger Nominated for Indiana Senate Seat

Mrs. Culla J Wayhinger, a prominent temperance reformer, is expected to receive the nomination for a seat in the Indiana State senate. Her long advocacy marks her as a leading candidate in local political circles.

Culla J. Wayhinger Indiana State Senate

Boxing and baseball notes mix in early career chatter

Art Fletcher shows a career surge with the Phillies while Eugene Crique the French featherweight dominates Europe. Crique could face Kilbane in the U S after a London win over Joe Fox. Cincinnati hosts Pete Hobin versus Jimmy Jones, and Dodger infielder Chuck Ward returns to action after a two year layoff. A Kilbane Beecher title bout is anticipated.

Eugene Crique U. S Europe Joe Fox England London Kilbane Paris Chuck Ward Dodger Ivan O'son Ward

Eastern scribe recalls odd baseball play and a double score

A runner on third and one on second witnessed a batter hit what appeared to be a home run. The runner on third twisted an ankle and fell. The following runner refused to pass, lifting the injured man and carrying him home without passing. The umpire ruled both runs count, citing Rule 56.

Secon

Colgate star Joe Kelley Jr draws scouts from big leagues

Joe Kelley Jr an outfielder at Colgate University draws attention from major league scouts. His father, Joe Kelley, a former star and current Yankees scout, calls him a chip off the old block as old timers praise his infielding and batting. Meanwhile Cleveland Indians see prospects from spring farm assignments thriving in lower leagues. Wayne Middleton leads Coffeyville in wins with seven of eight starts, Harwood also pitches well, and Coffeyville outfielders McNulty and Jeanes hit strongly. Sorrels at Decatur shines in the field and with the bat, bolstering Cleveland's hopeful outlook.

Joe Kelley Jr Colgate University Joe Kelley Yankees Collegian Cleveland Indians Wayne Middleton Cleveland Coffeyville Harwood McNulty Jeanes Sorrels Decatur Cleveland Boys

Chauncey Tops Murray City In Slugfest 18 to 7

Chauncey defeated Murray City 18 to 7 in a high scoring contest. Chauncey opened with 10 runs in the first inning, Peterson relieved by Grove for Murray City, with Laning finishing. H Earick D Earick and Morrison led Chauncey with nine combined hits, while Murray City’s Matt Cunningham Ray White and Smather collected two apiece.

Chauncey Murray City Peterson Montson Grove Laning Barstow H. Earick D. D. Earrick Morrison Matt’ Cunningham Ray White Smather

Visit of John L Sullivan to England as heavyweight champ

A recount of John L Sullivan’s 1887 visit to England as world heavyweight champion. He met Charley Mitchell, was greeted by crowds and royalty including the Prince of Wales, and boxed privately for the royal party before sailing on. Sullivan’s era and acclaim are recalled by old-time fans.

John L. Sullivan England Jack Dempsey British Isles Europe Sullivan U. S Charley Mitchell John Jr

Also Mentioned on This Page

Eady Federal Board Mtchell Or TE County Union Sunday School American Association Edith Rockefeller McCormick Harold FF. McCormick Max Oser Emil Burge Mathilde McCormick Mathilde Harold Max Barkgrounn Davis J. Walsh N. S Billy Evans Billy Tommy Connolly Tommy Bob Shawkey Hildebrand Shawkey Evans John Jap Champ Albany Milling CO Rauch Rauch’s Rauch Bakery Rauch’s Bakery Art Fletcher Tennyson Philly Armenia Pete Hobin Jimmy Jones Ohio City Jimmy Pete Johnny Kilbane Charley Beecher Tis Change Victorins Hulu Rhe M. City Peterson, Grove, Lanning and Thomas Whitwatch Gullyan Brttish Pont Norman E.brown Sullivan and Dempsey Tudebaker Studebaker Frank Moler
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