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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1928

Page

7

Death of Mrs Mary McCune in Chauncey

Mrs Mary McCune 70 died at 10 20 yesterday at the Fouty home on Main street Chauncey due to paralysis after a stroke two weeks ago Funeral services are set for Friday at 1 30 pm at the Chauncey Church of Christ with Rev G B Courtney burial will be in Greenlawn cemetery She leaves husband Dc L McCune two daughters Mrs Edward Fouty of this city and Mrs Nellie Donaldson of Columbus a son Edward McCune and 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren The couple resided at the Fouty home three years and previously at Kimberly and Sugar Creek Their fiftieth wedding anniversary was celebrated two years ago and their fifty second last Sunday

Chauncey Mary McCune Edward Foyty Main Street McCune Chauncey Church of Christ G. B. Courtney Greenlawn Cemetery Sugar Creek Mc’ Cune

Hello Happiness Ohio University Musical Comedy Prepares At Majestic

The original musical comedy Hello Happiness is produced by an Ohio university group called the Comedians. Seventy five people contributed to the show with 52 male principals chorus and specialty acts. Jimmie Blankenship plays Arabella Jones and George Townsend stars opposite.

Majestic Theater Ohio University Jimmie Blankenship Arabella Jones Pride of Enterprise George Townsend Donald Gilbert Bill Martinec Edgar Zick Vincent Jukes Arabella Mr. Coty Prof C. C. Robinson Mr. Evans

Ludwig to Speak on Education at Friday University Talk

The Rev W Walter Ludwig will address students in Fine Arts hall Friday March 2 at 7 pm on whether college educates the individual. The talk, arranged by the Y W C A with faculty and student attendance urged, will include Q A and reflections from his student pastorate at Ohio University and his days at Purdue and Union Theological Seminary. Ludwig is a Phi Beta Kappa member.

W. Walter Ludwig Fine Arts Ludwig Ohio University Purdue University Union Theological Seminary Phi Beta Kappa

Traffic Crusade Nets 290 Cleveland Motorists

In Cleveland on March 1 police led by Lieut. Ray Cramer and 24 motorcycle officers conducted a first spring traffic crusade against violators. Patrols stopped 290 motorists, imposing heavy fines and potential workhouse sentences for offenses observed last night.

Cleveland Ray Cramer

Funeral for Mrs Lytha Miller Barnhart in Chauncey

Funeral services for Mrs Lytha Miller Barnhart wife of William Barnhart were held at the Church of Christ with Rev G B Courtney officiating. Mrs Cap Smith Mrs Daisy Six and Charles Bradfield with Mrs Hazel Courtney at the piano sang three hymns. Burial followed in Buchtel cemetery. Pallbearers were Mrs Thurton Davis Mrs Charlie Matheny Mrs Andy McKinny Mrs Edward Matheny and Mrs Allie Burton. She is survived by her husband four children her mother three sisters and two brothers.

Chauncey Lytha Miller Barnhart William Barnhart Church of Christ G. B. Courtney Cap Smith Daisy Six Charles Bradfield Hazel Courtney Buchtel Thurton Davis Charlie Matheny Andy McKinny Edward Matheny Allie Burton Barnhart

Millfield Visit Notes and Church Society Gathering

Miss Beatrice Gilley of New Lexington visited Miss May Howard over the weekend. James Gillespie a Bliss Business College student from Columbus stayed with his parents in Millfield. Mrs. Angie Burns returned to Columbus after visiting here. The Ladies Aid of Millfield Church of Christ will meet Friday evening at Mrs. Mae Wade's home in Millfield.

Beatrice Gilley New Lexlington May Howard James Gillespie Bliss Business College Columbus Eben Gillespie Millfield Angie Burns Ladies’ Aid Society Millfield Church of Christ Mae Wade

Thomas and Hartley Wed in Chauncey Marriage

Arthur A. Thomas of Logan and Grace Hartley of Nelsonville were married Tuesday evening at the Methodist Episcopal parsonage on Mill Street Chauncey with Rev. N. O. Warren officiating. They plan to reside in Logan.

Arthur A. Thomas Logan Grace Hartley Nelsonville Chauncey Methodist Episcopal Parsonage Mill Street N. O. Warren

Local social notes from Athens and surrounding areas

Mrs. Fannie Ball returns to Columbus after visiting The Plains with Mrs. William Hamer and friends. Mrs Hazel Sickles of Athens spent yesterday at her parents' home, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sickles. Mrs. Elizabeth Barber of Nelsonville has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. George Gabriel Jr. Clell Thorne of Parkersburg is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Gabriel Jr.

Fannie Ball Columbus the Plains William Hamer Hazel Sickles Athens Edward Sickles Elizabeth Barber Nelsonville George Gabriel, Jr Clell Thorne Parkersburg W. Va

Thompson petitions partition of 10 acre Athens county property

Ernest Thompson filed a petition in Athens County Common Pleas seeking partition of 10 acres in Athens township against Ray Thompson and Mildred R Thompson. The action requests division of real estate and relief as allowed by law.

Athens Township Athens County Common Pleas Court Ernest Thompson Ray Thompson Mildred R. Thompson

Minstrel Show Benefit Planned By Local Drum Corps

A minstrel show is set for the Masonic hall with a musical program to precede it. The performance raises funds for the Junior Order of United American Mechanics drum corps and features talent from Wellston. Community events include visits and gatherings involving local residents and ex service men headed to Mt. Vernon for improvement.

Order of United American Mechanics Middleport Masonic Hall Order

Isabel Hysell Injured in Auto Collision in Cleveland

A Cleveland letter reports Miss Isabel Hysell is hospitalized in Cleveland with injuries from an automobile crash. She will remain in hospital indefinitely. Mrs. Bessie Hartinger, who traveled to New York February 15, was in Cleveland for the death of her uncle Charles Ross, whose body was brought to Middleport on Wednesday. she visited Miss Hysell before departing with the funeral party.

Middleport Cleveland Isabel Hysell Bessie Hartinger New York Charles Ross Miss Hysel

Middleport Literary Club Meets With Prominent Women Topics

The Middleport Literary club met in the afternoon with Mrs. Paul Bean presiding. Papers covered Mrs. Mabel Willebrandt and Judge Florence Allen, presented by Mrs. O. H. Stewart and Mrs. Welch, followed by a piano solo by Mrs. A. T. May and a final talk on Mrs. Cora Wilson Stuart.

Middleport Literary Club Paul Bean J. EB. Harley Mabel Willebrandt O. H. Stewart Welch Florence Allen A. T. May Miller Cora Wilson Stuart French Fourth and Hooker Streets

Ross Funeral Held in Middleport Beech Grove Burial Planned

Charles Ross of Cleveland was returned to Middleport aboard the Hocking Valley and taken to Mrs. Bessie Hartinger’s home. A brief funeral service was held at 2 o’clock with the family pastor Rev. Dix of the Universalist church delivering the sermon before burial at Beech Grove Cemetery.

Milldred Pilchard to Wed Robert Daugherty at Athens

Miss Milldred Pilchard eldest daughter of the Rev. and Mrs Howard Pilchard will marry Robert Daugherty of Parkersburg this evening at her home in Athens with her father, the Rev. Pilchard, performing the ceremony.

Pilchard-Daugherty Pomeroy Pomeroy Bend

Miss Lil Man Parfitt and Charles Rayburn Wed in Middleport

Miss Lil Man Parfitt and Charles Rayburn were married at the Presbyterian parsonage in Middleport Tuesday evening with Rev. Skinner officiating. The bride is the daughter of John Parfitt and the groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rayburn, works at the Red Anchor store.

Pomeroy Lil- Man Parfitt Charles Rayburn Presbyterian Parsonage Middleport Skinner John Parfitt Fred Rayburn Red Anchor

Huntington Resident Philip Sauer Dies at 66

Philip Sauer, formerly of Pomeroy, died yesterday at his Huntington home. He was brother in law to Eli Meijer and linked to Naylors Run families through his wife Barbara. Funeral planned Friday in Huntington. he leaves a widow and five children.

Huntington Pomeroy Philip ‘Sauer Eli Meijer Naylors Run Barbara

Stout Guests In Columbus With Hordens

Mr and Mrs O B Stout travel to Columbus to visit Dr and Mrs Cecil Horden for several days The Guiather family ends a short visit with Mrs Franks Guinther and baby also present

Middleport O. B. Stout Columbus Cecil Horden Kenneth Guiather Franks Guinther

Seven Miner Protesters Remanded to Jail in Ohio Case

Seven union miners from Glen Robin near Martins Ferry face a Friday 9:30 am hearing before Judge Benson W. Hough on charges for violating an injunction against interfering with eastern Ohio mine operations. Pleas of not guilty were entered. each man is in jail on a $1000 bond.

Columbus Benson W. Hough Ohio Alex Fetzan Andy Liderick Steve Vohanch John Oleanza Louis Mozi John Kralicki Joe Kuri Glen Robin Martins Ferry U. S John F. Eckhardt, Jr Youghingheny & Ohio Coal Company Dorothy Mine Glen Robjin Eckhardt

New York Central Allowed to Abandon Shawnee to Zanesville Passenger Train

The state public utilities commission authorized the New York Central to abandon its Shawnee to Zanesville passenger train service on condition that a mixed train service be maintained.

Columbus New York Central Railroad State Public Utilities Commission Shawnee Zanesville

Tomorrow's Horoscope: Febile Ventures and New Ventures

Horoscope notes for Friday March 31 point to excitement in unusual channels and new ventures. Daily routines may falter unless initiatives shift into unexpected enterprises. Notable nativity mentions De Witt Clinton with Gov. News.

Genevieve Kemble Anon de Witt Clinton News

When a Man Is a Miner film shown for education

CHAUNCEY March 1. A film titled When a Man Is a Miner will be shown at the Globe theater Friday at 7 o'clock. The picture, drawn from the U S bureau of mines, is used in local vocational mining classes for educational purposes. No admission fee. All interested invited.

Chauncey Globe Theater United States Bureau of Mines

Seekers of Noblest class to meet in Millfield Friday

CHAUNCEY March 1 The Seekers of the Noblest class of the Millfield Methodist Episcopal church will hold their monthly business and social session Friday evening at the home of Misses Ruth and May Howard in Millfield. Boosters class members will be guests at the meeting. Rev and Mrs V Ahlbrand relocate dry cleaning business to Michaels property on Mill street.

Chauncey Millfield Methodist Episcopal Church Ruth May Howard Millfield V. Ahlbrand High Street Michaels Mill Street

Delegates Named as Parties Hit National Conventions

The Tammany delegation to the Democratic national convention was selected with Senators Royal Copeland and Robert Wagner among the choices. Recounts of speeches in Los Angeles urged honesty in government while Hoover’s dry policy drew defense in the House. Petitions filed for Hoover in Michigan and Wyoming show cross party primary activity. Alfred E. Smith’s name may enter North Dakota ballots. Missouri to send two GOP delegates for Lowden.

Tammany Royal Copeland Robert Fr. Wagner South Emily Newell Blair Democratic National Committee Women's Democratic Club Washington Herbert Hoover Michigan K. Hanway Casper Wyoming Hoover Alfred E. Smith Secretary of State North Dakota Missouri Frank O. Lowden

Revival services opening in Junction City by Rev. L. B. Ludwig

Corning March 1 Reverend L B Ludwig of the Corning United Brethren church conduct revival services in Junction City. James Fleming messenger carrier is reported seriously ill at his home here. F A Cady was a business visitor in New Lexington Wednesday. Tom Spence visits his son Lavern Spence in Tetedo.

Corning L. B. Ludwig

Another Leader of Allied Forces Dies

Rome reports the death of General Armando Diaz the Duke of Victory famed for Vittorio Veneto. He died a fortnight after Karl Haig Britain's wartime field marshal, both leaders whose victories aided the Allied cause in World War I.

Rome U.P Armando Diaz Duke of Victory Vittorio Vento Karl Haig Great Britain

Special Offer for Gas and Indigestion Relief

Cline Pharmacy Co offers Dave's Mentha Pepsin elixir guaranteed to end indigestion and gas. A single tablespoonful reportedly relieves gas, heart pain, and breathing difficulty within ten minutes, with a money back guarantee if not satisfactory.

Cline Pharmacy Co Elixir Dave

Boy Near Death After Shells Explode at School

Arthur Kinney, 16, was near death in Zanesville after shotgun shells and a dynamite cap in his pocket exploded at Kelly school during recess. His hand was blown off and doctors feared leg amputation. Three nearby boys suffered minor injuries.

Zanesville Arthur Kinney Kelly School

Lindbergh Awarded Woodrow Wilson Peace Medal

Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh receives the Woodrow Wilson peace medal and a $25,000 prize for meritorious service toward peace through justice. Viscount Cecil won in 1924 and Elihu Root in 1926. no award in 1925. The Woodrow Wilson foundation said presentation would occur within months.

New York Charles A. Lindbergh Viscount Ceci England Elihu Root United States Europe Central America Woodrow Wilson Viscount Cecil Lindbergh Woodrow Wilson Foundation

Extra guard ordered for Velma West in jail

Painesville Ohio March 1 An extra guard was ordered today to watch Velma West a confessed husband slayer who has been in jail since December awaiting trial Signs of nervousness and fear of breakdown prompted the measure Sheriff Edward Rasmussen said guards will remain in the cell day and night until the trial which begins next Monday. Mrs West is charged with murdering her husband T Edward West who was killed in their Perry cottage last December.

Painesville Velma West Slayer Edoward Rasmussen Perry, O

Britisher Cyril Walker shoots 66 ties Pinehurst record

Cyril Walker now a professional in the United States shot a 66 at Pinehurst tying the course record set by Emmett French in 1925.

Cyril Walker Pinehurst Emmett French

Moone's Emerald Oil Claims Quick Relief for Eczema

An old advertisement touts Moone's Emerald Oil as a fast remedy for terrible eczema and other skin eruptions. It promotes night and morning use with Moone's Bandage for swollen veins and claims antiseptic, healing properties for eczema barbers itch salt rheum boils ulcers and open sores.

Moone

An Old Hair Darkening Recipe Promoted in Ad Text

A vintage advertisement urges readers to use Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken hair at home. The method involves applying with a sponge or brush to a strand of hair, claiming gray disappears by morning and repeated use yields dark, glossy hair that looks younger.

Janice Randall Wyeth

Abdominal Pains Danger Signals of Gall Bladder

A dubious health notice urges readers to take Klax-Ko as a home treatment for gall bladder issues. It claims to thin bile, relieve inflammation, and prevent surgery, promising refunds if not effective. The text cites vague symptoms and promotes a pharmaceutical refund guarantee.

Senate Committee To Visit Coal Mines

Senate interstate commerce committee to investigate conditions in Pennsylvania West Virginia and Ohio bituminous fields where union miners have been out of work nearly a year. John L. Lewis UMWA president to be first witness, followed by other union officials before operators testifying.

Washington Pennsylvania West Virginia Ohio Senate Interstate Commerce Committee John L. Lewis United Mine Workers of America Watson

Hoover Club Organized in Columbus

A Hoover-For-President club has been formed in Columbus. General Edward Horton Jr, a Hoover delegate-at-large candidate, was elected president.

Columbus Edward Orton, Jr Hoover

A Pretty Afternoon Frock Pattern 6047

The Messenger Pattern Department offers a dress pattern 6047 for Maire satin crepe satin or velveteen with satin. Cut in six sizes bust 34 to 44 inches, the 38 inch size uses 3 1/2 yards of 39 inch material and 1 yard contrasting for facing collar and cascade portions. Pattern mailed to any address for 15 cents.

Nervous Breakdown Recovered With Dr Pierce Medicines

Mrs Chas Shearston of Conneaut Ohio reports severe nerves weakness loss of appetite and weight gain after using Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription and Pleasant Pellets. She credits renewed health to the medicines and advises readers to write Dr Pierce for free advice.

Conneaut Ohio

Iron in Diet Emphasis by Former NY Health Official

Former New York health commissioner Roy al Copeland outlines daily iron needs for different groups and food sources rich in iron such as lean meats eggs cereals and vegetables. He cautions about iron deficiency risks and the role of milk fruits and lime in bone and tissue health while noting symptoms that may accompany heart and nervous system issues.

Royal Copeland M. D United States Commissioner of Health New York City

Rheumatic relief with Rad Salts remedy

The article promotes Rad Salts as a tonic to fight rheumatism. It urges staying dry, avoiding sweets, drinking water, and taking a spoonful of Rad Salts daily for a week to neutralize acidity and stimulate kidneys. It claims rheumatism comes from toxins in the blood and bowels.

Farmers to Plant 15000 Forest Trees in Jackson County

Jackson county will set out 15000 forest trees this spring under the supervision of County Farm Agent W. H. Coulson and a committee of assistants consisting of Pearl Robbins and Floyd DeLashmutt.

Jackson Jackson County W. H. Coulson Pearl Robbins Floyd DeLashmutt

Patrick O Day Dies of Injuries in Auto Collision

Cleveland March 1 Pat rick O Day aged 65 died in Lutheran hospital from injuries after being struck by an auto.

Cleveland Patrick O'Day Lutheran Hospital

Goitre Removed At McKee Drug Company

Fragmentary notice indicates goitre removal offered by McKee Drug Company. It mentions women and girls and a wreck and seeks information or assistance related to the procedure. The readable text is garbled with misspellings and incomplete phrases.

Erience McKee Drug Comabaryy

Shabby Little Ways of Giving Offense

A fragmentary essay laments the laziness and poor manners in letter writing. It argues personal and business correspondence are delayed due to inertia and lack of practice, urging self discipline to write clearly and promptly.

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Are Lower Plains Wellston Mt. Vernon Earth Nettie Hutton Salem Center Elmer Miller Orven Aia Ipam Miner United P James A. Reed Los Angeles Cramton Repulican Commerce Hoover House of Representatives Rep Tillson Arkansas Allied Forces Boy Pepuz Senate Hoover Club the Messenger Pattern Department Chas. Shearston Goitre Ohle Louis E. Bisch
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