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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1921
Page
12
A jury delivered verdicts after five to six hours of deliberation in the suit of John N Lyons against Peacock Coal Co. The decision covered six causes of action, with the jury reporting a split verdict as required by the proceedings.
A long county case over five days involved Lyons with claims totaling about 40000 dollars for services and breach of contract. Peacock Coal Co admitted owing around 4000 dollars and was ready to pay. The verdict favored the defendant, leaving Lyons to concede he might have settled earlier, a rare defeat for a man long known for suing.
County Treasurer Deem announces June tax books are ready and asks taxpayers to inquire in person about amounts due rather than by letter. Taxes will be due on the original assessment, and any excess paid in December due to illegal reappraisement will be credited to current taxes.
The Return Jonathan Meigs Chapter of the D A R will hold its annual Flag Day Picnic on Tuesday with a local ceremony and community gathering.
The Arkansas and Fountain rivers overflowed as Pueblo Colorado was hit by a major flood eight feet deep in the business district. Streets became seas of mud aiding destruction and leaving a third of the city homeless with property damage estimated at ten million dollars.
A 21 year physician tested dosage guidance emphasizes using genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin. It urges avoiding substitutes and notes the Bayer Cross on tablets ensures safety for colds headaches toothache lumbago and general pain. Handy boxes and larger packages sold by druggists at low cost.
Phi Delta Theta pin with J M C Ohio Zeta engraved on back lost in Logan Saturday. Finder should contact John M Cooley at National Fire Proofing Co Haydenville for return.
An evening gathering is noted to occur on June 14 at the home of Mrs. Wright McCroba on Lincoln Hill. The readable fragment references a social visit or party at that address and date.
Miss Mae G. Michael of Middleport and Mr. Malcolm L. Cottingham of Noblesville Ind united in marriage at Miss Michaels home by Rev W S Berry. The couple plan a trip east and will reside at 3608 College Ave Kansas City after their Albany home reception.
Horace Condee of Gallipolis, blind since birth, built a coal business starting with a carload purchase. He funded more coal from profits, expanding until his net worth reached about 25000 dollars. At twenty three, he runs a thriving enterprise showing grit over handicaps.
A large gathering of relatives and friends met Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Scott at Naylors Run to welcome Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Scott Scotty visiting from Topeka Kansas for the first time in 12 years.
Minnie McFarland of Rutland was granted a divorce from John McFarland on Tuesday afternoon on grounds of extreme cruelty.
Racine High School alumni revived the banquet last year and streamlined plans this year, with many acceptances from alumni near and far. A large attendance is expected as organizers prepare for a warm and hospitable event on the evening of June 17.
Mrs Sophia Curtis wed W E Johnson in Kansas City Missouri on June 1. Father McCaffery performed the ceremony as she traveled from Columbus with her son Jerome to join her husband.
Mr H H Miller of the Lancaster district Epworth League cabinet will address the local chapter Sunday evening. The ongoing contest between the boys and girls remains tight with the boys slightly ahead as plans for a July 4 Cedar Falls picnic are developed by G W Darling and the fourth department.
Little Miss Elnore Woodard six year old daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Woodard 363 West Mulberry 8 St was taken to Columbus Monday for surgery to remove diseased tonsils and adenoids. Doctors hope she can return home Thursday.
Phillip Miller faced arrest for driving an auto in an intoxicated condition. He pleaded not guilty, then changed to guilty and paid a $25 fine plus costs after colliding with another car. Lewis Miller was taken into custody for being drunk and pleaded not guilty. his case awaits hearing.
At a Monday meeting Mingo Lodge decided to observe St. John s Day on Sunday June 26. Rev J W Blair extended an invitation to meet at the church and the lodge will assemble at the hall and march in a body for morning services. The Eastern Stars were invited to join.
Business Manager Ed Heffey reports the last independent Delaware team secured for games here next Saturday and Sunday. The squad is described as one of the best amateur teams in central Ohio. Logan has not lost a game and the matchup promises an interesting clash between two hustling outfits. Newman and Sparnow, former Logan players, return, adding strength to the local lineup.
Members of the Idano Club held a Monday evening picnic at Mrs. M. J. Cole’s home with Miss Nelle Allen assisting. Guests included Mrs. Stanley Sparnow Mrs. Walter Dutton and Mrs. R.W. Bowen.
Reverend J. G. Spears pastor of the church and Mrs. Charles Miller superintendent led a department's teachers in organizing a light return trip event in the city.
Geo Fitzpatrick who was involved in a Saturday incident at Greendale appeared for a hearing before Mayor Miller on Monday evening. The mayor heard the case and took the matter under advisement.
Fitzpatrick must pay a $25 fine plus costs and serve thirty days in the workhouse for his offense. He also endured a severe beating at the time the crime was committed.
Mr Ed L Ewing local pharmacist was taken to a Columbus hospital Tuesday for treatment and possibly another operation. He has long suffered from a condition for which he had surgery years ago and his present state reached a point where another operation was advised. Mrs Ewing left yesterday noon to join her husband.
Miss Kaplan of Cincinnati visiting with Mr and Mrs Schneider of this city. Mr William Strentz attended a funeral in Lancaster on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Frank Harden begin building a new home on North Culver Street aiming to occupy by mid August. Clerk of Court Robert Work bought 241 East Hunter Street and plans remodeling before moving in. Mr and Mrs Charles Crouch and daughter of Columbus visit Logan relatives. Mr Frank Murphy of New Plymouth is mentioned.
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