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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1907

Page

8

Out of Town News in New England Visit Amesville Guests

Out of town guests from Amesville Guysville and Jacksonville visit families in the area. Alec McHarter Mrs Manda Carpenter and Lon travel from near Guysville to see Mr and Mrs Robert Copeland. Ray Stewart of Jacksonville visits his grandparents Mr and Mrs Harvey Wright over Sunday. Reverend Coons attends Murray ity and Dusibons. Mrs Levi Smith visits her daughter in Chimney. Ronald Lenigar and baby Vincent return from a pleasant visit with Mrs Lenigar's sister at Pomeras.

Charles McBee Anna Morrison Amesville Alec McHarter Manda Carpenter Lon Guysvie Robert Copeland Louise Hill Ray Stewart Jacksonville Mrs Harvey Wright Tev. Coons Murrayity Jlwat Suluidas Vo Dusibons Levi Smith Jist Dauhter Chim Iey Ronalds Lenigar J Baby Vincent

Local Notes and Visitations Highlight Weekly Roundup

Mrs. G E Krea and sons Paul and Kari visited Frost relatives last week and returned Monday. Sick list includes T W Jones and Mrs Nancy Barrows. Noma Dansizer and children visit her mother Mrs Lucy Palmer. Haddon Dye visits Athens friends. Bertha Mansfeld of Athens visits aunt Mrs Bowles. Maggie Griffin returns from Marietta. Invitations extend to the marriage of Rev Ernest A Parkinson to Miss Elizabeth L Charter of Helpre on June 5 1987. Rev George H E Kreager will preach here next Sunday morning and at Little Hocking in the evening. Theodore Dye of Lockart's Run W Va was guest of cousin G Dye. Ladies Aid Society meets at Mrs Charles Oakes in Armenia next Friday afternoon. You are invited to attend.

T. W. Jones Nancy Barrows Noma Dansizer Lucy Palmer Ernest. A. Parkinson Elizabeth L. Charter of Helpre George HE. Kreager Hocking Theodore Dye Lockart

Graham's Chapel regular appointment on Sunday June 8

Rev Massie will air his regular appointment at Graham's Chapel this Sunday June 8. Mrs Charles Kelley visited Athens staying with her daughters Mrs Albert Frost and Mrs David Griffell. Addie Roush of South Canaan visits her mother for a week. Wilfred Holland of Athens visited his parents Mr and Mrs Amos Holland. Goldie Tedrow spent time with her sister Mrs Lewis Kelley. Mrs Flo Hull was hosted by her sister Mrs Charles Hill of Hope Crossing.

Charles Kelley Athens Albert Frost David Griffell Addie Roush South Canaan Wilfred Holland Amos Holland Goldie Tedrow Lewis Kelley Flo Hull Charles Hill Hope Crossing

Alfred Marriage and Visiting Notes in June 1907

Marriages reported at Rev. M. A. Harvey residence on June 2 1907 include Pearl Shields with Flma Stout and Eugene Pierce of Guysville with Mamie Findling. Various visits listed: Edward Bolton to wife’s parents near Tupper’s Plains, Lewis Willard visiting Emerson Stout in East Liverpool, Mabel and Boyd Reeder visiting Ferry Haning in Coolville, J. Goodrich at county examination in Pomeroy, James Rankin at Athens, Elyz Dean returning from Clarkshirs West Virginia, Edward Colner moving saw mill to Alfred for John Weatherbee, G H Williams and Ida Frost married at Pomeroy last Saturday.

M. A. Harvey Pearl Shields Flma Stout Eugene Pierce Guysville Mamie Findling Edward Bolton Tupper’s Plains Lewis Willard East Liverpool Emerson Stout Mabel Boyd Reeder Coolville Ferry Haning J. Goodrich Pomeroy James Rankin Athens Elyz Dean Clarkshirs W. Va Edward Colner Near the Plains Alfred John Weatherbee G. H. Williams Ida Frost

Residents and Visitors Note Memorial Day Gatherings

Mrs Eonnie McCathven and Grace entertained Mr and Mrs Harry Moore and son Derrell of Athens. Miss Edyth Hunter of Nelsonville visits Miss Ethel Barker. Mrs George Stage returns home to Lancaster after visiting relatives. Carl Mitchell and Clara Smith spent Decoration Day at Murray City. Edward Barker and family of Chillicothe were guests of his parents. Alvin McCracken and family hosted H M Barker. Maria Tedraw returns to Nelsonville after a stay with relatives. George Stage Jr of Lancaster.

Eonnie McCathven Miss Grace Harry Moore Derrell Athens Edyth Hunter Nelsonville Ethel Barker George Stage Lancaster Carl Mitchell Clara Smith Murray City Edward Barker Chillicothe Alvin McCracken Columbus H. M.barker

A Music Lover Calls Out Athens Music Scene

A letter to the editor from a music admirer criticizes Athens for neglecting classical performances like Elijah. The writer praises Prof McVey for years of effort in bringing artists and educating pupils, yet laments empty houses and a lack of local musicians. He condemns vaudeville appeal over serious music and urges greater support for classical performances.

Mr. Filter Athens Elijah McVey Meyer Mgr. Ignoramus Nincompoops

Brandreth's Pills Promise Blood Purification

Stimulate the blood and purify the system with Brandreth's Pills, a laxative and tonic that cleanse the bowels kidneys and skin. One or two nightly doses prove valuable, each pill containing solid extract of sarsaparilla with other vegetables. In use for over a century and sold in drug stores in plain or sugar coated form.

Brandreth

Arrest at B and O Depot Over Small Theft

Officer Van Horn arrested Lily Mitchell at the B and O depot at noon today after she was charged with stealing $1.50 from another girl named Frost. Frost claims the money was taken Sunday. Both girls reside on Angels Avenue. Mitchell wilted under questioning and produced the coin. authorities say she planned to flee to Columbus to cover fare. No affidavits were filed.

van Horn Lily Mitchell Frost Angels Avenue Columbus

Surprise for guest at Woodworths social

Monday evening featured a surprise party hosted by Mrs. R. L. Woodworth for guest Mrs. W. W. Bechtel of Coshocton. Attending were Mesdames E. S. Rethman, George Whipple, J. P. Dana, W. B. Bentley, W. E. Peters, Charles Mooney, Austin Holmes, J. J. Sissler, J. J. Williams, C. M. Copeland, A. S. Bethel, K. P. Phillips, A. A. Atkinson, C. C. Logan, George McLaughlin, and Misses Amy Weiher, Blanche Moler, Inez Loran.

R. L. Woodworth W .W. Bechtel Coshocton Mrs. Bechtel Mesdames E.S. Rethman George Whipple J. P. Dana W. B. Bentley W. E. Peters Charles Mooney Austin Holmes J. J. Sissler J. J. Willams C. M. Copeland A. 8. Bethel K P. Phillips A. A. Atkinson C. Logan George McLaughlin Misses Amy Weiher Blanche Moler Inez Loran

Rome Township Roads Warn Of Mud Holes And Misrule

An Amen Davis letter from Guysville Ohio June 1907 criticizes Rome township road work. He blasts half finished ditching and drainage, demands dismissal of over- seers, urges sober practical men, and warns roads are hazardous to life and limb. He calls for restoring old supervisor system to fix the mud problem.

Guysville Rome Legislator

Hearing on Twin Tickets Sparks Rail Rate Debate

In common pleas court a case over Hocking Valley twin tickets Columbus to Lancaster raises discrimination claims. Columbus Lancaster fare of 1.1 cents per mile drew questions of profitability as General Passenger Agent Fisher testified it was profitable. President Monsarratt is slated to testify this week.

Common Pleas Court State Railroad Commission Columbus Lancaster Hocking Valley Fisher Hocking Valery Traction Company Monsarratt

Home Board Meeting Praises Beasley Administration

The Children's Home board met on Friday with all members present. No admission applications were received and only routine business was handled. Members praised Supt and Mrs Beasley for their effective leadership and the improved condition of the facilities.

Children’s Home Beasley

Real estate transfers in Athens county last week

Listings show transfers across Athens Village, Alexander Township and Chauncey with prices from 10 to 2 500 dollars. Notable entries include MecKinstry Parker to Robert James lot 1498 for 525 dollars and The Tubing Coal company acquiring 10 acres in section 3 for 10 dollars.

Athens County Athens Village MecKinstry & Parker Robert James Mary A. King E. M. Campbell Alexander Ohio State Isaac Hudjnell George E. Henry Sarah E. Clark Phillipsburg Thomas N. Black Federal Coal’ Co Mary J. Steinmetz Tubing Coal Company Chauncey L. D. Shields Isaac Wilson

Weather summary for Amesville reports heavy spring rain

Amesville records a week of mostly cloudy weather with two clear days. Total precipitation reaches 2.11 inches, among the heaviest of the spring. Temperature lows near 31 degrees and climbs to 34 on another day.

Amesville F. W. Gibson

Ten Injured In Elevator Accident At Goodyear Plant

Akron reports an elevator accident at the Goodyear Rubber plant injuring ten workers when a cable broke. W. F. Stafford suffered severe injuries with possible fatal outcome. The scene is described with minimal details and local injury notes from Altoona.

Akron Goodyear Rubber Company W. F. Stafford

Meat buying tips for thrifty housekeepers

A New York Sun feature shows a restaurant below Porty second street praised for good cooking and low prices. An IGN reporter shares secrets for economical beef buys, stressing not to choose tenderloin or sirloin, and recommending round, chuck, and cuck cuts for value, flavor, and lower cost.

New York Sun IGN

Fried Steaks and Busy Eaters Highlight Frugal Kitchen Talk

The article discusses how fried steaks can rival broiling when pan heat is high and suet is used. It quotes Dr Rabignate on frequent eating, notes how overeducation in cooking leads to pride in dishes at fairs, and describes lemon storage tips and a sample booth at a fair with recipes and small portions.

Dr. Rabignate

City Team Plans Summer Baseball Practice and Open Schedule

The city baseball team will resume practices this evening weather permitting. A fine outfit has been secured with white uniforms trimmed in Tharoofi. Season open likely next week. many strong games secured though schedule awaits. Heath, last season’s second baseman, arrived in city in ill condition. other old timers present. practice to be lively. A funding issue looms as the county plans to award the new South Bridge contract in late June, threatening to require new grounds if ferries are not arranged for fans.

Heath New South Bridge

Mail Citizen Announces Ulmer Son Birth

Mr and Mrs Ray Ulmer announce the birth of a nine pound son born Sunday June 2 in San day.

Ray Ulmer Sanday, Fune 2

Also Mentioned on This Page

OUT OF Town News New England G. E. Krea Paul Kari Vis Harvey Richardson Haddon Dye Bertha Mansfeld Mrs. Bowles Maggie Griffin Marietta Grace Fox Gray Graham's Chapel Massie Wolf's Plains Amen Davis Supt Mrs. Beasley Séai Watson Lydia EB. Pinkham James Chester Lydia E. Pinkham W. 30Th St New York Mrs. Pinkham Bern Township Lodi Township Atwood Grim Wm. Gilkey Benj. H. Dailey Admr Te Lewis Dailey Glouster W. B. Steffy Pearl Turner Fred Woodhouse Charles Shaltton Daniel Koehler Lewis Hoenestine L. B. Hoenstine Edward Welling Waterloo Township George B. Krause Altoona iPa Emilie Fox Portland Express Citizen Gurufy
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