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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1921

Page

6

Athens County Children Clinic Set For Tuesday

A two to six pm pediatric clinic will be held at the courthouse under the Athens County General Health District. Dr. A M Stienfield of Columbus and Dr. A G Helmick will provide free medical guidance to parents of crippled or ill children. A 6 pm banquet and monthly business meeting of the Athens County Medical Society follows at The Windsor.

Athens County General Health District Athens County Medical Society Windsor A. M. Stienfield Columbus A. G. Helmick

Republicans and Democrats Contrasted by Bourne in June Debate

Jonathan Bourne outlines stark party differences in a Washington dispatch. He contrasts Republican allegiance to Americanism, limited government, and free enterprise with Democratic calls for nationalism, central control, and expansive bureaucracy. He likens the gap to radium and ice.

Washington Mme Curie Henry Ford Jonathan Bourne J Mme. Curie New York Times Republican Party Democratic Party Congress Senate House of Representatives

Card of Thanks for Allie A. Richey and family

The family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy during the illness and at the death of mother Allie A. Richey as well as support from Charles A and Carrie J Richey.

Allie A. Richey Charles A Carrie J. Richey

Men of Company L Shine at Camp Perry Trials

Three members of Company L helped win rifle and pistol preliminaries at Camp Perry held June 5 10. Captain William Walsh and 15 men returned Saturday. Walsh led with top pistol score and twelve lads to join the Ohio state guardsmen at the June 19 26 main shoot. Sergeant Bert Barnes and Private James E Carsey earned Fourth Regiment rifle team spots for unusual display of ability.

Camp Perry William Walsh Lake Erie Athens County Ohio State

Free Toll Law May Reach Vote

The Borah resolution to grant free tolls through the Panama Canal for American ships engaged in the twist trade was favorably reported by the Senate committee on inter-oceanic canals. The vote was unanimous.

Washington Panama Canal Senate Committee On Inter-Oceanic Canals

Xenia Real-Estate Dealer Named for State Banking Post

Xenia man J W Prugh, a real estate dealer, is reported to be slated for appointment by Gov. Davis to succeed F B McGuire of Van Wert as superintendent of the state bureau of building and loan associations.

XENIA Columbus J. W. Prugh Davis F. B. McGuire van Wert State Bureau of Building and Loan Associations

British Officers Face Trials for War Crimes in Germany

Germany prosecutes alleged war criminals under postwar terms. British soldiers are to appear against GI Man officers charged with cruelty in German prisons. Proceedings aim to enforce accountability for wartime conduct.

Germany London Leipzig

Ohio University to graduate largest senior class Thursday

Ohio University will award diplomas to 228 graduates on Thursday morning in the Ewing Hall auditorium. The event caps commencement week with ceremonies, concerts, and multiple alumni gatherings as the campus hosts a full slate of events leading to the formal graduation ceremony.

Ohio University Ewing Hall University Ellis and Ewing Halls First Christian Church Fred Strickland Josephine Wuebben Elizabeth Inman Lloyd Sprouse Noble T. N. Hoover Seservicessevess Edwin Chubb Eereeses Clark E E. W. Chubb

League women voters open disarmament bureau in Cleveland

The disarmament bureau of the League of Women Voters opens its Cleveland headquarters under Miss Elizabeth Hauser, the fourth regional director. The bureau operates as the committee on reduction of armament by international agreement.

Cleveland Bureau of Leagues of Women Voters Elizabeth Hauser League Committee On

Wireless station links Carnarvon to Sydney across 12000 miles

The Carnarvon wireless station in Wales reports successful clear message transmissions to Sydney Australia spanning about 12000 miles, demonstrating long range communication capability.

Carnarvon Wales Sydney Australia

Postoffice Dog of Capital City Captures Hearts

A brown Irish terrier in Columbus Ohio is the Postoffice Dog, living at the city’s main post office and visiting branches as the nation winds down. He follows routes, rides in mail trucks, wears a name badge, and is fed by monthly contributors. He often halts at a mailbox corner where no letters are posted, prompting amused mail workers to say he thinks he owns the government.

Columbus Sam Government

Louise Whitfield Carnegie Receives Honorary Degree

At New York University commencement Mrs. Louise Whitfield Carnegie widow of the steel magnate is awarded an honorary Master of Humane Letters for her philanthropy.

Louise Whitfield Carnegie New York University Steel King

Transportation Equality: Truck Regulation and Highway Law Debated

M L Pulcher argues against broad load limits and high taxes on motor trucks, warning states may bankrupt firms and workers. He cites 1920 truck tonnage, discusses railroad balance, and advocates uniform weight and speed laws under the Federal Highway Council.

M. L. Pulcher Federal Motor Truck Company Federal Highway Council

Peace Resolution Moves Forward Amid Treaty Debate

Washington June 13 Administration officials say the Porter peace measure will pass the House to signal goodwill with Germany but both chambers face tug of war over the Knox plan and a future treaty. Key figures Hughes Hoover back Versailles elements while Troops in Germany and withdrawal timing remain unsettled.

Washington House Germany Senate Congress Harding State Hughes Commerce Hoover

Autos Crash on Harmony Road Near Hocking River

Sunday afternoon about 4 near Harmony on the Athens Canaanville road on the east side of the Hocking river. Don Strawn drove a Buick four colliding with an Unkown driver in an Overland six. No serious injuries though Buick occupants including Mr and Mrs Don Strawn and Mr and Mrs Roy Shirley were shaken. Buick badly damaged.

Harmony Athens Canaanville Hocking River Don Strawn Roy Shirley

Salvation Army Meeting Near State Hospital Sparks Talk

Reporters and attendees described an unusual occurrence at an outdoor Salvation Army meeting held just inside the state hospital grounds. Details remain informal with witness accounts noting a curious incident during the gathering.

Salvation Army State Hospital

Dice Game Draws Fire Near Lakeside Meeting

During a Sunday service three young men were seen playing dice on an island in the lake near the meeting location. The disturbance occurred while attendees worshiped, prompting concern and police attention.

Gates

Night Watchman Arrested for Intoxication in Floodwood

Barney Pearson, floodwood night watchman at the village power plant, was arrested Saturday evening by Constable Edgar Mariner on an intoxication affidavit by Pearl Allman. He pled guilty before Justice P. W. Helwig, paid a $5 fine and costs, and was released.

Barney Pearson Floodwood Edgar Mariner Pearl Allman Justice of the Peace P. W. Helwig

To Gain Weight McKee Drug Co Promises Bitro-Phosphate Benefits

The advertisement pledges Bitro-Phosphate from McKee Drug Co to rebuild shattered nerves, restore strength, add body weight to thin individuals, and rekindle ambition in tired people.

McKee Drug Co

Old Timers Hold Reunion Of Cincinnati Schoolmates

The annual outing of the Association of Schoolmates was held at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. The group includes men who attended Cincinnati schools before 1884 with about three surviving members of the original 157 in attendance.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Zoological Garden

Stage superstition surrounds leaving soap in dressing rooms

Cast and crew on tour avoid leaving soap behind in their dressing rooms as a superstition tied to bad luck during performances. Gossips say the habit persists across theaters and tours.

Band helper bites hand after trust misstep

Alfred Morrison of near Coolville warned against trusting workers after hiring George Owens for farm help. Owens stole items from Morrison’s home then fled toward Parkersburg before being pursued and arrested by Sheriff Herb Parker. Owens pled guilty to petty larceny and paid a $25 fine plus costs, or face jail time.

Alfred Morrison Coolville Santa Claus George Owens Justice of the Peace P. W. Hewig Owens Morrison Parkersburg Elmer Cole Mack Justice Fred Cole Herb Parker

Marriage Licenses for Hysell and Kates in Beaumont

Kenneth Perry Hysell of The Plains a laborer and Ethel Kates of Beaumont obtain a marriage license before Justice S HR. Hedges. The domestic ceremony is pending.

Kenneth Perry Hysell the Plains Ethel Kates Beaumont S HR. Hedges

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