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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
3
Relatives of Jeffrey Adamson of Co. F 308 Engineers 83rd Division learned yesterday of his safe arrival overseas. Stanley Dew left for Youngstown to attend the state encampment of the Spanish War Veterans, accompanied by Mrs. Dew.
The funeral of the late John Bolinger was held this afternoon at Mt Zion church with interment at Mt Zion cemetery. George Adamson and his daughter Miss Doris left yesterday for Centerville Michigan to visit for several weeks with Mrs C M Ford.
A falling truck at the Nelsonville Brick Co. plant struck Bert Pratt, injuring his side and breaking three ribs on Tuesday.
The funeral of the late Hugh Mallon a well known coal man will be held at his Kimberly residence Friday at 10 A M under the auspices of the New Marshfield Masonic Lodge of which the deceased was a member.
In the Christian Endeavor Contest the En deavorers lost by a few points, then hosted about forty Chauncey Society members Tuesday evening in the Christian Church social rooms. The program included games, races, stunts, and contests followed by refreshments.
Washington reports that American officers expect Italy’s strong battle against Austria to mark the war’s turning point this year. The dispatch emphasizes Italy’s battlefield efforts as pivotal in 1916.
On June 20 at 4 PM, American forces squeezed the German salient to two thirds of a mile deep and widened two miles west of Torcy. German casualties are estimated at 800 killed and 5,000 wounded as infantry advanced after a heavy barrage, forcing a retreat.
Washington officials and the Czecho-Slov delegation say an early White House decision on American aid to Russia was anticipated after President Wilson met with Dr Thomas Masaryk. The discussion touched on restoring the eastern front through allied support via commerce and education channels.
American patrols crossed the Marne and brought back a number of prisoners. Reports say gas attacks were used extensively in Lorraine and in the Woevre region.
Paris reports the Vienna Workmen's council has adopted a resolution urging immediate peace negotiations on the basis of no annexations. The Social democrats will deliver the resolution to the Austrian foreign office, according to advices received.
Captain Tom Jones of Pomeroy billeting officer became the first man of the 37th division to step on French soil, arriving in France yesterday. Since leaving for France he has been nominated for state senator from his district. Washington reports drawing for the 21- numbers soon.
Miss Lulu Dowler, formerly of this city and now in Parkersburg, W Virginia, becomes private secretary to ex Senator Chillton of Charleston. Garden hose offered in 25 foot lengths at 1 98 and 2 50 and 50 foot at 3 00. from The C L King Co Nelsonville Ohio.
The office of the provost marshal general stated that registrants numbers will be held at an early date. The date, though not announced, is understood to be around July 1. The drawing will be conducted in the same manner as the original, with a few slight variations.
Mr and Mrs Charles Sharp of West Washington Street hear from their son Herbert Sharp in the 156 Depot Brigade Camp Jackson South Carolina. He says he is well and thanks them for a box of cats pies candy and tobacco. He jokes about joining a discharge but may be kept by a neck goiter and notes the Army life is tough yet makes something out of nothing.
Rev. B D Evans pastor of the First M E Church Athens received the Doctor of Divinity from Ohio Wesleyan University. He studied at Wesleyan in 1892 93 and later at Northwestern University. His sons Arthur and Wayland were Wesleyan students. The commencement exercises featured a service flag with 632 stars the largest proportion for any Ohio educational institution. Dr Evans spoke at the commencement banquet with over one thousand in attendance.
Ten new city attractions arrive next week with a Royal Band of Italy and Ferris Wheel. Clark & Conklin will donate 10 percent of gross to Allied war efforts and 8 percent of transportation costs. Miss Jones says the band serves local patriotic committees during the stay.
Athens parents are invited to visit the Playgrounds to see the popular giant slide and varied apparatus. Children dress practically, racing events planned for next Thursday include dashes, races, jumps, tug of war, and a new Bombing the Kaiser game. entries go to Walter Porter by Wednesday night. Lawn mowers offered by The Co. L. King Co., Nelsonville.
The Ohio University commencement ended with diplomas for forty-five A B graduates sixty one B S in Ed and eighty nine two year program grads. Degrees were conferred by President Ellis who noted a Governor Cox absence and read a letter from the governor. Honorary L L D went to Emelius Randall and Joseph McGhee.
The C L King Co of Nelsonville Ohio advertises carpet sweepers priced at three and five dollars with a value of 1 49 dollars.
President Wilson issues a proclamation requiring stock yard owners to obtain licenses by July 25 and placing virtual control of the yards in the Agriculture Department to conserve food supplies. Licensed live stock commission men are also mandated. Aiming to boost cooperation among raisers packers and food officials. Washington also notes a House resolution by Rep Keiley proposing war against Bulgaria and Turkey.
South Canaan June 20. Mr and Mrs Charles Mansfield hosted a reception on June 16 at their country home in honor of son Clarence and his bride Miss Adria Dowler. About forty guests attended for dinner and a social afternoon with pink and white floral decor and ice cream and cake.
Pleasanton Children's Day Services set for Sunday at 2 P M at the Pleasanton church. Dr and Mrs Ben Biddle of Sugar Grove visited Mrs Sheldon Parker's parents. Mr and Mrs Jesse King attended a birthday party in Riley lippie's. Mabel and Lora Kenney graduate John Hancock High School and take a summer break.
A Franco American patrol under an American commander carried out a daring raid on the Marne near Charteres opposite Jaulgonne. A captain and seven Marines crossed in a boat, captured five German soldiers, and evacuated two prisoners and two guards after a skirmish, the boat capsizing but all aboard later rescued. Dozens volunteered for the mission. all chosen swore not to be captured.
Government raids on Western Union offices in Baltimore Philadelphia New York Washington and Boston seek evidence that the company operated night letters by train to compete with the Post Office Department. It is charged Western Union took wire rates for filing and delivered by messenger between five cities. Thousands reportedly moved by suitcase instead of wire for weeks.
Athens County Grange and Summitt Grange will host an all day session at New Marshfield on Saturday July 6 beginning at 9 a m.
Secretary McAdoo is ordered to rest at a West ranch due to throat trouble. President Wilson may substitute in personal appeals for the Liberty Loan. The issue aims to absorb 6 to 8 billion dollars in treasury certificates as the first major sacrifice test.
Official reports by national banks to the Comptroller of the Currency indicate many bank directors in the Northwest cannot sign their names. WM. J. Warner, Secretary, uses a mark.
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