Woman seeks job as trolley conductor at local line
A young woman, likely 20 to 25, applied at the local electric car line office for a conductor position. She pressed for inclusion of women in on board service, noting similar roles elsewhere, and left her name for future reference should women be needed to man the rear of trolleys. Rumors from Meigs County claim a farm owner refused Liberty Bonds and aiding the war effort, provoking local disapproval. Raymond Zeihen plans government service as an expert machinist after Camp Sherman. Many from Pomeroy and Middleport will attend Ohio University commencement in Athens. The Daily Messenger delivery is available by calling 33-.
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Conversa
Nte
Perfott Aenat
Pomeroy Bend
Red Cross
Meigs County
Bradbury
Butternut St
Ward
Raymond Zeihen
Camp Sherman
New York
Texas
Pomeroy
Middleport
Athens
Ohio University
Daily Messenger
Local residents and visitors depart for trips and visits
Miss Freda Tracy returns to Nelsonville from Laurel Street after two weeks with her aunt Mrs. Charles Finling. Rev L L Cherrington returns from Athens with wife continuing visits there. Philip Meter and wife plan several weeks in Akron Ohio. William Folan and family visit Springfield Ohio. Fremont Gold Julius Smith and family tour Chillicothe to see Elmer and Arthur Smith at Camp Sherman. E M Dickerson of St Louis visits Wells family in Middleport. Mabel Lawrence visiting Delaware Ohio. John Burnell visiting relatives in Cleveland. Fannie Guinther, two sons and father visit. John Oliver and Ethel Oliver visit Chillicothe. Ray Smith and daughter Gertrude visiting Jackson. Salyers family visit Chillicothe and Cantonment. C W Watson and daughter of Cleveland visiting Racine. Dr Clarence Thle and wife and daughter from Cincinnati visit mother. George Crow relocates with family from rural county life to county capital.
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Freda Tracy
Charles Finling
Laurel Street
Nelsonville
L. L. Cherrington
Athens
Cherrington
Philip Meter
Akron
Ohio
William Folan
Springfield
Fremont Gold
Julius Smith
Margaret
Elmer Smith
Chillicothe Sundey
Elmer
Arthur Smith
Camp Sherman
E. M. Dickerson
St. Louis
R. F. Wells
Middleport
Mabel Lawrence
Delaware
John Burnell
Minersville
Cleveland
Fannie Guinther
John Oliver
Ethel Oliver
Chillicothe
Ray Smith
Gertrude
Jackson
Frank Salyers
Nathan’ Salyers
Zemo Promises Quick Relief for Itching Skin
The ad touts Zemo as a penetrating antiseptic that relieves itching and skin irritation. It claims to clear eczema, pimples, rashes, and blackheads with overnight improvement and instant relief from itching. Sold by druggists, priced 35 cents and one dollar for extra large bottles from The E. W. Rose Co. Cleveland.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland
Yale scientist estimates radium active for 1650 years
A Yale University scientist estimates that a particle of radium remains radioactive for about 1650 years. The finding highlights radium's long half life and implications for science and safety.
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Yale
Fifty-Three Selectives to Leave from Pomeroy Bend
Draft Board orders forward fifty three selective servicemen during the week of June 24 with departure on Wednesday June 26. Names of those to leave will be published as available.
Nine Men From Meigs County Start Special Training
Nine Meigs county young men chosen to go to Cincinnati for special training at the University of Cincinnati left via the Hocking Valley Saturday morning. Friends gathered at the station to bid them farewell and wish them success in serving the flag and country.
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Cincinnati
Meigs County
Messenger
University of Cincinnati
Hocking Valley
Executive Board Meeting Sets Dues For Townships
At a Friday meeting of the Women s National Defense League executive board the group voted to levy one dollar from each township unit and two dollars from Pomeroy and Middleport. Planning for future county activities progressed and a township chairman was appointed for unorganized areas to lead rapid organization.
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Women's National Defense League
Pomeroy and
Middleport
Meigs County Red Cross Workers Urged to Press On
In the wake of a minor gas bomb incident aimed at Red Cross workers, authorities quickly defused the threat and urged the community to continue supporting the Red Cross efforts.
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Meigs County Red Cross
Do You Want Free Mail Delivery for Pomeroy
The city considers free mail delivery. property owners must ensure all lot numbers are posted. Signs and numbers are available at the post office general delivery window for 6 to 20 cents each, with an inspector to review once work is complete.
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Pomeroy
Post Office Department
Washington
Mike
Culvert Break on Second Street Closed by Stone and Concrete
Street work led by Street Commissioner Tracy LNished to seal a February cave in the culvert under Second Street. A concrete fill is planned to set by midweek, enabling road crews to begin repairing the 30 foot diameter by 20 foot deep hole that has blocked traffic.
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Second Street
Tracy
Ohio Socialiste Platform Delivers Reform Calls
Canton Ohio platform appeals for state ownership of coal mines woman suffrage and equal pay for women at the state convention. Resolutions urge a new trial for Tom Mooney and oppose a state constabulary. No stance on war matters.
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Ohio Socialiste
Tom Mooney
Six American soldiers awarded Distinguished Service Cross
General Pershing reported in Friday's statement that six American soldiers have been awarded the United States Distinguished Service Cross for bravery under fire. The awards were received in Washington and noted as a notable act of gallantry under battle conditions.
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Washington
Pershing
No More Meetings Proclamation in Dublin
Dublin issues a proclamation forbidding all public meetings and processions until further notice, effective immediately within the city. Authorities warn residents to avoid gatherings and comply with the order to maintain public safety.
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Dublin
Compiegne in Limelight in Frange Now
War geography bulletin highlights Compiegne as a key city on the Noyon Montdidier front. It notes the river Oise location, regional distances from Paris Amiens and Soissons, historic royal associations, the forest and palace, and past episodes including Joan of Arc’s capture and the 1814 resistance. It also mentions local industry, wartime mobilizations, and community notices from Chauncey and surrounding towns.
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Washington
D. C
Compiegne
Noyon-Montdidier
National Geographic Society
Oise
Aisne
Paris
Paris- St. Quentin
Amiens
Soissons
France
Clovis
Louis XV
Gabriel
Marie Antoinette
Maria Theresa
Louis XVI
Marie Louise
Napoleon II
Metternich
Schonbrunn
Euphrates
Joan of Arc
Rousen
Compiegné
Louise XV
Napoleon I
Louis Philippe
George Guynemer
Flag Raising at Chauncey Mine Ceremony
The Stars and Stripes flew over the Chauncey mine Friday afternoon during a flag raising program chaired by Mr. Thos. Oliver, Sr. Four Chauncey veterans led the hoisting: Mr. Sutton, Ira R. Fuller, D. H. Cunningham, and Henry F. Staffinger. The crowd joined in song.
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Chauncey Mine
Thos. Oliver, Sr
Chauncey
Mr. Sutton
Ira R. Fuller
D. H. Cunningham
Henry F. Staffinger
Missionary Society Program At Chauncey Hostess Home
Mrs. Charles W. Day hosted the Missionary Society of the Church of Christ in Chauncey last Thursday. The meeting featured opening song, prayers, a missionary quiz, Bible story, Africa study, papers, closing song, and a luncheon served by members. Also noted is Rose Copeland resigning from her job at American Dry Cleaning Co. in Athens due to ill health.
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Charles W. Day of
Chauncey
Missionary Society of the Church of Christ
Sss Society
Day
Floyd Nye
Africa
Guy Gardner
Neal Hessel
Lloyd Pendergrass
James Day
Carl Gardner
Harvey Nye
T. R. Hamilton
Neal Helsel
Henry Osborne
D. W. Law
Pendergrass
Rose Copeland
Athens
American Dry Cleaning Co
Letter From Fort Bliss Soldier Describes Life Out West
George W Leffler of Chauncey writes from Fort Bliss Texas to William Myers recounting drills new experiences and plans for boxing wrestling singing and dancing nights at the post. He notes the arid desert environment with sand not trees or grass and mentions meals and upcoming equestrian drills.
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William Myers
Chauncey
George W. Leffler
Chas. Leffler
Fort Bliss
Texas
Tex
William
Ohio
Overcome by Gas. Eight-Year-Old Dies in Tank
Eugene Sutton age 8, son of Mr and Mrs Guy Sutton of Byers Corners Butler county, was found dead in a gasoline tank at his father's plant. He had been missing for hours before his mother found the body. He is believed to have been playing near the tank and was overcome by gas fumes in the 50 barrel tank.
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Butler
Eugene Sutton
Guy Sutton
Byers Corners
Dr Brown to Locate in Athens This Week
Dr J N Brown dentist will occupy Tuesday June 18 in the Cline Building rooms formerly used by Dr L G Bean now a First Lieutenant in the army. Brown will provide similar dental services except X Ray and will be in Albany Mondays and Thursdays and in Athens the rest of the week.
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J. N. Brown
Cline
L. G. Bean
Army
Dr. Brown
Bean
Albany
Athens
Russia Ukraine sign provisional treaty for ceasefire
Amsterdam reports a provisional treaty between Russia and Ukraine aims to end hostilities and start peace talks based on today’s received advices.
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Amsterdam
Russia
Ukraine
Nurses Move to Front as Mobile Hospital Units Form
The Army Nurse Corps expands with fifty nurses per Mobile Hospital Unit ready to camp beside a field hospital on wheels. Captain Yoder notes units include ten nurses per five sections and quickly transform trucks into complete operating rooms to reach wounded soldiers. Additional civilian health care work under Army Dispensaries employs 20 000 civilians in Washington to prevent epidemics and deliver emergency care through 24 army nurses guiding civilian visits daily.
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U. S
U. S. Army Corps
Dora E. Thompson
J. B. Yoder
Army Medical Department
Army Nurse Corps
Miss Thompson
Red Cross
Navy Nurse Corps
Thompson
Pershing
Washington, D. C
I. L. Strong
Miss Strong
Army Dispensary
Motor Corps of the Red Cross
Miss Strongs
Army nurses aid home front health and morale
Miss Strong outlines civilian care measures including twenty local hospital beds, and a nurse linking sick workers with home life. She notes nostalgia as a cure through recreation and improved living conditions while the Army at home works to keep the civilian workforce healthy for the war effort.
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Miss Strong
Strong
Army Corps
Miss Thompson
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