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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1923

Page

3

Memorial Day Observed by Nelsonville K of P Section

Nelsonville K of P observed memorial day with morning services at First Presbyterian Church and a Cast Hall program in the afternoon. The program featured odes, selections by quartets, ritualistic services by lodge officers and Pythian Sisters, with Rev. Leon Arpee and Rev. Tifft participating.

K. OF P First Presbyterian Castle Hall Leon Arpee Marvin Harbarger John Krizer S. H. Lancaster Tifft The Lodge Pythian Sisters

Social Guests Visit Granville Residents

Mr. and Mrs. H-S Heck and their son Joe of Granville hosted Sunday with Dr. and Mrs. W. M. Howe. Miss Kate Newman visited Buckeye Lake Sunday. Mrs. C. W. Juniper entertained weekend guests her brother and sister-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Howard from Columbus.

H-S. Heck Joe Granville W. M. Howe Kate Newman Buckeye Lake

Cleveland visit features Weltzheimer and Hyde guest ties

Weltzheimer spends several days in Cleveland while Hubert Hyde of the Cincinnati College of Medicine visits his parents Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Hyde. The gatherings highlight local academic ties and family connections in the region.

Co, FE Hubert Hyde Cincinnati College of Medicine Mrs J. M. Hyde

Doctor heads to Canada for fishing trip

Dr. W. H. Cann has departed for a Canadian fishing journey and expects to be away four to six weeks. An Indian guide will explain Canada’s mysteries to the traveler.

W. H. Cann Canada

Whitlatchs Attend Ohio University Commencement

Mrs Walter Whitlatch and daughter Pauline return from Ravenswood West Virginia where Mrs Whitlatch’s parents Mr and Mrs R B Pickens traveled with them. Mr Pickens attends the Ohio University commencement in Athens where he graduated in 1876.

Walter Whitlatch Pauline Ravenswood W. Va

Dr. Welch Heads to Baltimore for Medical Meeting

Dr. C. E. Welch departed today for Baltimore Maryland to attend a medical conference and related professional engagements.

C. E. Welch Baltimore, Md

He Fooled Them With A Boot Safe In Yorks

A resident in Cleveland Yorks used an old boot as a safe to stash large sums after banks closed. He reasoned burglars would not suspect money in a boot and kept the contrivance as a secure cache.

Cleveland Yorks Eng Urglars

Omnibus Crash Prompted Jewelry Window Sign

An omnibus crashed into a jeweler's show window in London. The shop kept the odd scene alive with a sign stating they do not sell omnibuses and the one in the window yesterday was not for sale.

London

Mrs Emma A Van Atta Dies in Columbus

Mrs Emma A Van Atta widow of the late Her Van Atta died at her daughter Florence Fulton’s home in Columbus Sunday morning. Funeral services will be held at Grace M. P. Church Tuesday June 12 at 9 a.m. Burial follows in Greenlawn Cemetery Nelsonville. She was the daughter of Wesley Young of Nelsonville. her husband was city engineer of Nelsonville.

Columbus Emma A. van Atta

Sand Run arrests after auto wreck and Johnson Hill incident

State officers Nash Baynham and others nabbed three Sand Run men after a wreck near Johnson Hill. Two were fined for drunkenness and one for carrying liquor in his car. At Little Greens Run seven men were caught at a dance, most fled with liquor, and heavy fines were imposed on those taken.

Nash Baynham Johnson Hill Little Greens Run

Needle Shuttle Club hostess entertains members

Mrs. Orland Gandee hosted the Needle Shuttle club Friday evening. Sewing occupied the group until a late hour when a luncheon was served. Guests included Mrs. Walter Howe, Mrs. Raymond Patton, and Miss Ethel Rosser.

Needle Craft Club Orland Gandee Needle Shuttle Club Walter Howe Raymond Patton Ethel Rosser

Sigrid Love and Edward Love Jr Head to Mayo Clinic

Miss Sigrid Love accompanies her brother Edward Love Jr to Rochester Minnesota where he will undergo treatment at the Mayo Brothers clinic. They left the city this morning.

Sigrid Love Edward Love Jr Rochester Minn Mayo Bros

Eastern Star Meeting Notice for Eudora Chapter

Regular meeting of Eudora chapter O. E. S. Tuesday evening at 7 30. Refreshments will be served and a social time after the meeting.

Eastern Star Eudora Chapter

Mrs Patton Hosts Sunday Dinner With Guests

Mrs James Patton entertained at a twelve o'clock Sunday dinner her sister Mrs Edwin Johnson and two children of Wolfepit Kentucky.

James Patton Edwin Johnson Wolfepit, Ky

First Dance of the Season at El Karnak Grotto

The El Karnak Grotto Club House hosts the season opening dance on Thursday June 14 at 8 PM. Restricted to Grotto members and their ladies, with music by the Shamrock Seven. a large crowd is anticipated as the new quarters are unveiled.

El-Karnak Grotto Grotto Grounds

Children’s Day Pageant Draws Nice Crowds at Methodist Church

A good attendance filled the Methodist church for the annual Children’s Day exercises. Four seasons on nature—butterflies, sunshine, clouds, and snow—were portrayed by boys and girls. The pageant was enjoyed by all, with credit given to those who drilled the children. Proceeds from the collection fund education for Methodist youth.

Methodist Church

Bereans Hold Large Sunday Class with Orchestra

A Berean gathering Sunday drew 102 men present as a 15 piece orchestra provided the music. Special music is planned for next Sunday with instrumental and vocal pieces. The teacher promises a good lesson.

Bereans

Davis and Huffman Head to Cruise DeLuxe Outing

Mrs S Davis and Mrs Ethel Huffman depart today with Midland Grocery for an annual outing. They travel by steamer Cruise DeLuxe from Cleveland to the Thousand Islands and Niagara Falls.

S. Davis Ethel Huffman Midland Grocery Company Cleveland Thousand Islands Niagara Falls

River facts state Niagara alone would take a million years

A historical note explains that at the current Niagara River flow it would take roughly a million years to fill the Pacific Ocean basin, illustrating the vast scale of ocean basins and river discharge.

Pacific Ocean

Zemo advertised as eczema healer and antiseptic

From any druggist for 35c or $1.00 or large size, Zemo promises to remove eczema, stop itching, and heal skin troubles including sores burns wounds and chafing. It penetrates cleanses and soothes and is described as clean dependable and inexpensive. Try it, nothing else is as effective.

Alumni Day Highlights At Ewins Hall In 1920s Era

Alumni assembled for chapel exercises in Ewins Hall with reports on necrology auditing campaign and nominations. Officers elected include Skinner as president Ellis as VP Fenzel as treasurer and Williams as secretary. Class of 1923 presented by Dr Chubb and William Walsh spoke along with other alumni. A $590 gift to Chimes memorial funds was announced and a note on radium decay closes the report.

Ewins Hall Stella Lash G. F E. McLaughlin C. H. Bryson Clark Williams T. N. Hoover B. O. Skinner Hollie C. Ellis W. H. Fenzel C. FE. Williams Chubb Hoover William Walsh R. B. Pickens Hall William Elmer Rowland Welch Warren Clements C. N. Mackinnon Chimes University

Gas Fight Won by Ohio and Pennsylvania

The United States Supreme Court today voided a West Virginia statute restricting natural gas draws by Pennsylvania and Ohio. The court held the law violated interstate commerce and was invalid, supporting the two states in their challenge.

Washington Pennsylvania Ohio United States Supreme Court West Virginia Supreme Court

Chinese president's fate in doubt amid Christian general crisis

Pekin is tense as quarrel over Christian generals and troops enforcing the president Li Yuan Hung's retirement dominates headlines. The diplomatic corps declares neutrality and no interference in China's internal affairs as the capital remains quiet under pressure.

Pekin Li Yuan Hung

In Memory of William H. Price

Memorial note marks one year since the death of William H. Price on June 11 1922 with a loving message of remembrance and affection.

William H. Price

Oldfashioned sentiment recalls Mrs Price and daughter

A brief verse expresses heartache and longing for a vanished era. The note names Mrs Katherine Price and her daughter, signaling a personal memorial or tribute line.

Joint Ease For Burning Feet

A 1930s style ad claims burning feet come from small bone trouble in foot arches. It promotes Joint Ease, a stainless emollient, and Joint-Base rub for internal relief. Ends with price 60 cents and says buy from druggists.

Belt Line Detour Planned Around Columbus

The Columbus Belt Railway Co of Ohio asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for permission to build a 22 mile detour from Norwich Township to Clintonville. The project carries an estimated cost of 11.9 million dollars. Chinese commit death by own action by taking a cupful of salt at one time.

Washington Columbus Belt Railway Co Ohio Interstate Commerce Commission Columbus Norwich Township Clintonville

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Nelsonville News Arpee Quartette Elmer Bay Ralph Parks James Beard Dane Burnell Vrs. E Jeese Alvis N. H Columbus Uohere Austin Dean John Hopkins SOLU Cole Eae Brean Zemo Old Timers’’ of Ohio U Selon Forcelain Sem Porcelain Carpenter’s Stove Department Cooking Good Omnes Institute Cooking School Logan Katherine Price Cuticura S Tomet J. W. Gabriel Logan High School the Athens Messenger R. B. Shives Charlotte Seabey Chicago University Ethel Richardson Buckingham Palace School of Cooking England Saratoga
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