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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1921
Page
3
Nelsonville report says Mrs. Thadias Draper, wife of Thadias Draper, died last night at her father's home near the factory after long illness. She leaves a husband and one child. funeral arrangements have not been announced.
Mrs Adah Dodd Poince of Dayton will address Nelsonville citizens at Stuart's Opera House Wednesday at 8 PM. The free talk explains the City Manager form and its workings, with examples from other cities, aiming to inform voters without guiding their choice.
Mr and Mrs Harry Kelly and their son Harry spent the first of the week at Buckeye Lake. Mr and Mrs August Winigman announce the arrival of a son born Thursday named Belford Harold. Mr and Mrs Frank Cooley left today for New York City to visit Frank Cooley Jr and James Cooley.
Pythian Sisters hold a meeting Sunday afternoon at their hall with a call for full attendance from members.
Mayor McCune warns that boys caught firing large firecrackers inside city limits will face strong legal action. Reports say youths are placing giant crackers in glass bottles, a dangerous practice that will not be tolerated as firecrackers remain banned.
The Needle-Shuttle Club ladies entertained their husbands and families with a Thursday afternoon picnic on the Welch Eberle farm. A bountiful dinner followed at five o'clock.
At the regular meeting on Monday night at their hall, each member is urged to come and bring their favorite cat, adding a light animal companionship note to the event.
The West Washington Street home of Mrs A G Mechem hosted the Flower Mission Day program by the W C T U on Tuesday afternoon at two. Mrs Mechem led the benediction session and Mrs Parker, Flower Mission superintendent, directed readings and music. Light refreshments followed, served by Mrs Wal ter Harrold and Mrs Stanley Alechem with grandchildren Mary Elizabeth Mary Margaret and Jo Mechem assisting on the porch, preparing flowers for distribution to the elderly and ill.
In the town about forty bouquets were distributed, each accompanied by a scripture text. The action spread a message of encouragement and faith locally, with residents noting the thoughtful gesture.
In the Hocking Valley Baseball League leaders’ percentages remain stable amid several protests to be decided at a June 9 meeting at the Y M C A. Results through June 6 show White Sox 5–0, Floodwood 3–2, Poston 8–2, Buchtel 2–2, Chauncey 2–3, Plains 2–3, Doanville 1–4.
A news item touts Epsonade Salts a real Epsom salts mix with fruit derivative salts that tastes like sparkling lemonade. Sold by druggists in handy packets for biliousness headaches or constipation, it markets as a popular discovery of the American Epsom Association.
Mrs William Hooper died this morning at 7 40 at her home on Richland avenue after a three month illness paralysis. She was 76. Funeral services Sunday at 2 at Cumberland Presbyterian church Fiebardsville with burial in the adjoining cemetery. She leaves her husband and two children Emma at home and Frank J Hooper of Bassett near Athens. Mrs Hooper moved from Bassett to Athens a year ago from their farm.
A Norwegian engineer outlines a plan to harness large scale hydroelectric power by exploiting the water level difference between the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea as Palestine becomes extensively colonized.
Mrs Charlies F. Manhs of Akron Ohio credits Tanlac with restoring her strength after flu and says it improved her appetite digestion and energy. She urged neighbors to try Tanlac and notes her husband also benefits from the medicine.
Mayor Wallace announced this morning he will file for renomination as Republican mayor pending primary decision. Harry Transin has also filed as a Republican candidate. Only two Republicans have announced so far, though more may file. Democrats met to form a full ticket for the upcoming primary and petitions close tonight at midnight.
George Carpentier the European heavyweight headlines The Conder Man at the Am brose. Showtime is 6 o clock with an extra special attraction noted as a must see performance.
Harry M. Wilson pastor of the Church of Christ will travel Sunday night to Chattanooga Tennessee to join Mrs Wilson and their children who have stayed with relatives there for weeks. He will stay in Chattanooga until about early July and return home with his family.
Hugh Gormley spends the day in Columbus, meeting local figures and inspecting city sites to discuss ongoing projects. His itinerary includes briefings with officials and tours of key locations.
Miss Eva Birthcer goes to Sidney for a brief visit with Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Steadman, spending a couple of weeks in their home.
Fred Anderson was taken to a Columbus hospital Wednesday of last week where he underwent an operation for appendicitis. His condition was extremely critical, so he rallied nicely from the opir son. Joseph Richards, traveling auditor for the mineworkers, is spending the day in Columbus on business.
Mrs. W. R. Dewland of this city is due home tomorrow after an operation at Mt. Carmel hospital in Columbus on May 11. Mr. Dewland traveled to Columbus to bring her back. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Mason and their two children of Hollister plan a week visiting relatives in New Philadelphia.
The June monthly statement shows U S Steel cut unfilled orders by 862,737 tons. Unfilled tonnage stood at 5,482,497 on May 31, down from 5,845,224 on April 30 and 6,284,765 on March 31, with a prior May total of 10,940,466.
Canaanville holds a Sunday program June 12 starting 9:30 AM with 200 expected attendees. Morning preaching at 10:30, followed by an evening service entirely devoted to children. Sunday school officials report heavy attendance all year and have organized the day’s events.
At Strouds Run Ohio Free Methodist churches list Sunday school at 9 30 a m and evening preaching at 7 o clock for the day.
A druggist offers Freezone a tiny bottle to stop corn pain and remove hard or soft corns and calluses between the toes without soreness. The product promises lifting off the corn with fingers after application for a few cents.
James AY Miller pastor leads Albany church service at 10 30 with T W Coe speaking on the General Assembly he attended as Ath ens Presbytery commissioner Hebbardsville holds Sunday school at 1 00 and service at 2 00 with Coe recounting Assembly experiences Winger Chapel runs Sunday school at 1 00 Aaron Winger superintendent New England Sunday school at 9 00 with J H Grosvenor superintendent Guysville Sunday school at 9 30 and church at 7 20 Carthage Sunday school at 1 30 with H C Swisher superintendent
Bassett Baptist announces Sunday school at 1.80 and preaching service at 2 30 P.M. Rev. H C Smith will preach for us again this Sunday.
Ohio winter wheat total estimated at 29 117 000 bushels, down five percent from prior estimates. June 1 condition at 66 percent versus national 7 percent, with a ten year average of 91 percent for May. Oats June 1 area similar to last year, condition 64 percent. crop 5 400 000 bushels estimated. At Canaanville Ohio revival meetings begin June 12 at International Holiness Church led by Rev. Clyde B. Powell and singer Dyer Mitchell. Everybody welcome.
Advertisement urging parents to use Grove's Iron Tonic Syrup for children to combat iron deficiency. Claims tonic improves strength of mind and body and notes a price of 75 cents. Remains a period promotional item emphasizing ease of intake and safety for kids.
Nelsonville born Dr. John Bland, a former Adrian physician and war veteran, was acquitted by a jury after more than seven hours deliberation on a manslaughter charge tied to an alleged illegal operation. The trial, held after an October filing, marked a second court proceeding in the case.
A Dutch inventor says wrapping a life boat in basket work increases buoyancy and makes it unsinkable, asserting the design improves safety for mariners.
New York June 10 Fifth Avenue adopts a corset substitute as designers in Paris push a revolutionary costume. Willie De Ligne, a prominent stylist, says a new dress will replace corsets by drawing out natural lines without twisting the body.
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