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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1907

Page

4

Fragmented chatter on Jones names and local notes from Ohio newspapers

A jumble of excerpts discusses Jones and Evans surnames in Carbon Hill, Jackson County, mentions Consul D W Williams returning as editor of the Jackson Standard Journal, San Francisco earthquakes, Taft versus Bryan politics in Ohio, road tax reform debates, and reflections on charity giving and church support with Presbyterian themes.

D. W. Williams Cardif Wales Jackson Standard-Journal

Mayor Day Sparks Clash Over Van Horn Badge

A city row erupts as Mayor Day suspends Officer Van Horn and demands his badge after a public quarrel. Van Horn refuses to surrender the badge, asserting council orders are needed. The council minutes show Van Horn was unanimously confirmed, and the mayor says he will seek dismissal. Both remain on duty with no resolution.

Day van Horn Sraers Council Mills Kurubimales Hieimayura

Value of right action over outcome in a public note

A State Journal reflection argues that sincerity of purpose matters more than result. It states that attempting to do good is worthwhile even when failure occurs, and notes that anxious doubt about fate should not stop giving. The piece highlights moral resolve and consequence.

Law and Order League Athens Presbyterian General Assembly Nes State Journal

U C D Club Meets at Mrs Ditz Home

Mrs J T Ditz entertained the U C D club at her home Wednesday afternoon with all members except three present Mrs L K Andy of Columbus was the guest of the club Light refreshments were served and the club will meet with Mrs Addison Edgar June 21 at 1

J. T. Ditz Jhome L. K. Andy Columbus Addison Edgar

Bloody Deeds of Orchard and Western Federation Link Crimes

Testimony ties Orchard and others to brutal acts across Colorado Idaho and beyond with defense objections. Witnesses describe mine explosions murders and plots connected to the Western Federation of Miners while officials disputed and judges limited detail. Indictments also target 180 furniture dealers in Oregon Washington Idaho and California for Sherman Act violations.

Western Federation of Mine Workers Colorado Idaho Pore Worhout Harry Bird Hiestat William Haswond Steunenberg Western Federation of Miners Orchard Bunker Hill and Sullivan Couer d’ Alene Cripple Creek McCormick Beck Florence and Cripple Creek Lyte Gregory Denver Peabody Steve Adams Independence Fred Bradley San Francisco Hima Jack Simpkins Caldwell Nampa Silver City Horsely Burke Union Richardson Haywood Borah Steymenhberg Wood W. F. Davis Union of Western Federation of Miners Montana Moyer Capitol Pettibone Adams Portland Ore United States District Court Oregon Washington California

Brother Arraigned After Assault on Sister

Otto Moore, about 25, was arrested and arraigned on assault and battery charges against his 17 year old sister Clara Moore. The incident occurred May 12 near the Plain’s church area beyond Factory, with neighbors reporting abuse and a revival crowd witness. Moore pleaded not guilty and was bound over to the grand jury in 160 dollars.

Otto Moore Squire Logan Clara Moore Factory Moore Miss Moore The Sauire Will E. Hill Otto

Young Glouster Couple Weds At Campbell Farm

About thirty guests gathered at ex commissioner James Campbell’s farm near Glouster to witness Mae Campbell wed Charles F Hyde. The ceremony occurred at eight with Adair playing the wedding march and Rev W H Boden officiating. A reception followed as the couple began married life.

James Campbell Glouster Mae W. H. Boden Christian Church of Athens

Permits to Wed For Three Athens Area Couples

Permits granted for W E Baughman a 44 year old farmer of Albany to wed Lulu Clendenia 31 a school teacher of Athens. Also James A Tippie 29 a farmer and Lurilla McLain 15 of Athens. Herbert Pyles 22 a drayman and Ira Dowler 32 of Nelsonville.

W. E. Baughman Albany Lulu Clendenia Athens Groom James A. Tippie Lurilla McLain Herbert Pyles Drayman Ira Dowler Nelsonville

Common Pleas Court in Session This Morning

Judge Wood presided as several cases were partially disposed of and others set for trial. An order to add new parties granted in Lucy Ballard et al v Hacas Jennings et al. Leave to answer by June 5 granted in state of Ohio v Board of County Commissioners. Guardian ad litem appointed for Jane Kentner v Gale Feidler. Divorces Hill v Hill and Settles v Settles set for June 13 along with Athens County Treasurer v Emma L Carpenter.

Common Pleas Court Jane Kentner Gale Feidler E. D. Sayre Elizabeth Hill George W. Hill Annie R. Settles Thomas BE. Settles Athens County Emma L. Carpenter

Foreclosure Actions Filed Against Snyder and Associates

New cases filed include The Columbian Building Loan and Investment company versus George W. Snyder Rebecca Sarcer and the White Sewing Machine company for foreclosure. Also Charles H. Owings sues Cecillia W. Jennings and Marie W. Jennings.

Columbian Building, Loan and Investment Company George W. Snyder Rebecca Sarcer The White Sewing Machine Company Charles GH. Owings Cecillia W. Jennings Marie W. Jennings

Afternoon at Cards Hosts Share Pink and White Decor

Mrs Fred L Preston and Mrs Byron Wolf hosted a large party at Mrs Preston's East Union Street home on Wednesday afternoon. Fifty guests played Pedro and Flinch, with pink carnations and sweet peas as the floral theme. Out of town guests included Mrs T J Davis of Cincinnati and Mrs D Preston of Nelsonville. A second card party is planned this afternoon with about fifty guests invited.

Fred L. Preston Byron Wolf Preston East Union Street Pedro Flinch T. J. Davis Cincinnati D. Preston Nelsonville

Hearts Party Honoring Bride Elect Rosa Minear

Miss Florence Clayton and Miss Frieda Coultrap hosted a hearts themed event for bride elect Rosa Minear. Guests welcomed by Mary Helen Pickering Dailey enjoyed red hearts and white roses decorations, hand painted heart score cards, heart baskets with rice favors, and a dainty buffet luncheon.

Florence Clayton Frieda Coultrap Rosa Minear Mary Helen Pickering Dailey

Mrs. Mary Rhroenbeck Attends Columbus Funeral

Mrs. Mary Rhroenbeck traveled from Columbus on Wednesday to attend the funeral of Mrs. George Harger, marking a ceremonial family gathering.

Mary Rhroenbeck Columbus George Harger

Officer Van Horn Controversy Sparks Municipal Debate

The Day Van Horn dispute pivots on mayoral authority to suspend. Mayor cites Section 206 of the Ohio Municipal Code granting suspension power and says Van Horn remains on the police force until council acts. Van Horn says he will stay on with badge, defying removal, while council members reportedly back him. The article also asks how old Ann is and why, but provides no answer.

van Horn Athens Ann

Baughman Clendenin Couple Quietly Wed at Home

At the bride’s parents’ home on Tuesday evening June 4 at eight o’clock Worley E. Baughman and Lulu Clendenin were married by Rev F M Moore of Albany Presbyterian Church. Baughman is a farmer and stock dealer in Leetownship. Mrs. Baughman is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Clendenin and a former progressive teacher in Albany and Hamden schools.

Delightful Children’s Party Honoring Miss Sadie Russell

Mrs Joe Russell hosted a Wednesday evening party at East Union Street in honor of her daughter Miss Sadie A musical and game filled evening ended with a dainty luncheon The guest list included Masters Edward Logan Arlie Bobo Lloyd Daily James Laverty Porter Sutton and several young ladies such as Habel Hoak Freida Burke Deve Russell Lena Fourth Beatrice Fenzel Avra Hall Sylvia Smith Viola Foutch Edith Roach Irene Secoy and Sadie Russell.

Joe Russell East Union Street Miss Sadie Bdward Logan Arlie Bobo Lloyd Daily James Laverty Porter Sutton Preéeh 1 Ecwssteitv Weaver siuSsem Habel Hoak Freida Burke Deve Russell Lena Fourth Beatrice Fenzel Avra Hall Sylvia Smith Viola Foutch Edith Roach Irene Secoy Sadie Russell

Cacti Soap Advertised as Pure Vegetable Oil Soap

An advertisement claims Cacti Soap is made entirely from pure vegetable oils with no animal fat or packing-house refuse. It promotes its safety for toilet, bath, and shampoo and urges readers to try a cake and compare lather. The copy ends with a trade recommendation from Henderson Crider Greg Cer.

Henderson-Crider Greg Cer

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Messenger and Herald Messenger & Herald Printing Co W. Bush Jones Carbon Hill Jackson County Evans Choral Society Chilicothe Gazette Chil- Ycothe Frisco Repub- Means Ohio Taft Davis Coviville Mayor Bay Mayor Day Officer van Horn U. Cc Crippie Creek Penunia Rent Mala Tumse Boise Atate Witesses A. E. Carlton First National Bank Austin Holman Western Investment Company L. A. Armold Mine Owners’ Association H.A. Naylor Citry Vietor D. C. Scott Royal Baking Powder Mae Campbell Charles PF. Hyde Common Pleas F. L. Preston Byron Wolfe
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