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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1926

Page

5

Esther class entertained by Mrs. P. H. McKinley

The Esther class of the Christian church was entertained by Mrs. P. H. McKinley at her home 13 West Washington street. Devotionals opened the meeting with Bible verse roll call and a short business session followed by solos, readings, piano numbers, and contests won by Mrs. Freeman Scott and Mary Louise Wharton. About fifty members and guests attended. hostess aides were Mrs. Frank Watkins and others.

Esther The Christian Church P. H. McKinley West Washington Street C. O. Clark Thelma Bingman Frances Sanders Margaret Louise Wharton Thomas Gibson William Williams Mary Louise Wharton Freeman Scott Frank Watkins J. C. Crossen Oscar Riggle Carson Sanders W. c. Perkins

Dr Bean Visits Columbus Visitor Remains With Mother

Dr. E. H. Bean of Columbus came Saturday and stayed until yesterday visiting his mother Mrs. Sarah J. Bean at 28 Poplar Avenue.

E. H. Bean Columbus Sarah J. Bean Poplar Avenue

University Women’s Club Hosts Kid Party in Ellis Hall

The University Women’s club held a playful meeting in Ellis hall kindergarten rooms last evening. Members arrived in childlike costumes and entertained with child songs and a fairy tale play while refreshments catered to young tastes were served.

University Women's Club Ellis Hall

Chi Omega Alumnae Meet at Mrs Logan Home

Chi Omega alumnae will gather at 5 30 P M Wednesday evening with Mrs W H Logan at 25 Mill Street for a group meeting.

Chi Omega W. H. Logan Mill Street

Mr and Mrs Laird J Dean Visit Kin in Fredericktown

Mr and Mrs Laird J Dean of Fredericktown spent the weekend with the latter mother Mrs H T Lee at 70 North Congress Street.

Laird J. Dean Francis Lee Fredericktown H. T. Lee North Congress Street

Sunday Guests At Robinson Home Attend OSU

Guests Sunday at Mr and Mrs J F Robinsons home 11 ay avenue included Ernest Robinson Akron Ruth Smith Utica Mary Smith Utica and Don Doster Cleveland. The Smith sisters and Doster attend Ohio State University in Columbus. Mr Robinson will leave Columbus Sunday evening for Akron where he works in the Goodrich Tire and Rubber Company office.

J. F. Robinson Ay Avenue Ernest Robinson Akron Robinson Ruth Mary Smith Utica Don Doster Cleveland Columbus Smith Mr. Doster Ohio State Goodrich Tire and Rubber Company

Theta Phi Alpha Hosts Subscription Bridge Event

Theta Phi Alpha hosted a Saturday afternoon bridge session at the Windsor tea room from 1 30 to 7 50 with ten tables. Prizes were awarded after refreshments with Mrs. Robert King winning first prize for the top score and Miss Autherine Miller taking second prize.

Theta Phi Alpha Windsor Tea Room Robert King Autherine Miller

Wilcox couple attend Marietta installation and wedding

The Rev. Dr. and Mrs. A. Y. Wilcox traveled to Marietta for the installation of the Delta Upsilon chapter, of which he is a member. This afternoon they will attend the wedding of Miss Ruth Henne and Mr. John Lawrence Miles with Doctor Wilcox officiating.

A. Y. Wilcox Marietta Doctor Wilcox Delta Upsilon Chapter Ruth Henne John Lawrence Miles Boston Mass

U C D club meets at 216 West Washington for Thursday

The U C D club will meet at the home of Mrs. Oscar Mantz at 216 West Washington Street at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon. Announcements of the marriage of Miss Aldaones to Mr Joseph Cuyler Worley were issued by the bride's parents Dr and Mrs James C Jones of South Charleston where the marriage was held February 25. Mr and Mrs Worley reside in South Charleston. Dr and Mrs Jones are former Ath-

Oscar Mantz West Washington Street Alda Joseph Cuyler Worrey James C. Jones South Charleston Worley Jones

Hutchinsons Attend Ohio Valley Shoe Retailers Convention

Mr and Mrs F M Hutchinson travel to Columbus to attend the Ohio Valley Shoe Retailers association convention at the Neil house this week and expect to return Thursday.

F. M. Hutchinson Columbus Ohio Valley Shoe Retailers’ Association Neil House

Birth of Twins Named Robert Allison and Ruth Alice

Mr and Mrs Clyde Beverage of 143 Franklin Avenue announce the birth of twins Robert Allison and Ruth Alice born Monday March 1.

Clyde Beverage Franklin Avenue Robert Allison Ruth Alice

Akron Woman Visits Jerseyville and Athens in Family Tour

Mrs. Jack Sunkel also known as Inez Burson of Akron is visiting her mother Mrs. A. C. Burson in Jerseyville and spending time in Athens as part of a familial visit.

Jack Sunkel Inez Burson Akron A. C. Burson Jerseyville Athens

Country club card party committee named

The organizing group for Thursday evening's card party at the country club includes Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Hutchinson, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Fulton, Dr. and Mrs. John Sprague, and Mr. and Mrs. FE. K. Ohm.

F. M. Hutchinson Oscar Fulton John Sprague FE. K. Ohm

Cottingham Couple Begin Move to Florida String

Mr and Mrs FE A Cottingham traveled to Columbus on Sunday and started by motor for St Petersburg Florida where Mr Cottinghams father runs a lumber business and the couple plan to locate They left their young daughter Martha Isbell in Columbus with Mrs Joseph D Kilgore until their return to finish departure arrangements

FE. A. Cottingham Columbus St. Petersburg Fla Cottingham KE. A. Cottingham Martha Isbell Joseph D. Kilgore

Woman's Relief Corps to Meet at Mrs Lowry Home

The Woman's Relief Corps will meet with Mrs Amelia S Lowry at 90 West Union Street at 7 o clock Wednesday evening. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish for a picnic supper.

Woman's Relief Corps Amelia S. Lowry West Union Street

Tanlac Health But Promises From Roots And Testimonials

Build your body back to health with Tanlac, a natural tonic said to revitalize blood, boost digestion, detox liver, and raise energy. The ad markets roots and herbs from distant sources, cites testimonials, and urges immediate purchase at a druggist.

New Radio Laws Stir Talk Of Stations Put On Sale

Washington March 1 Congressional debate on radio legislation prompts market rumors as owners rush to sell broadcasting assets. At least two class B stations and possibly many class A plants may be placed on the market amid license transfer fears and wavelength restrictions.

Washington Congress

Pedestrian Fatalities After Bridge Collision in Elyria

In Elyria on March 2 Mrs. Albert Pauly, 30, was killed and Mrs. Walter Pauly, 27, was hospitalized in serious condition after a trailer truck from Huber Motor Co sideswiped their car on a bridge. Harold Hare of Green Springs, driver, was held as the investigation continued.

Elyria Albert Pauly Walter Pauly Harold Hare Green Springs Huber Motor Company Hare Roland Walton

Young Bride Shares Fear of Chaperone Listening

A newly married young woman says she cannot stop listening for the chaperone, reflecting the era’s social expectations and the strain of courtship in the community. The remark appears in a Defiance Crescent News brief.

Defiance Crescent News

Doctor Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Promoted

A distinguished citizen Dr. R. V. Pierce receives honor for a record of healing. The Golden Medical Discovery is advertised as a blood medicine and stomach alterative that improves skin clarity and circulation. It claims to improve overall organ condition and offers trial tablets for 10 cents via Buffalo New York.

R. V. Pierce Dr. Pierce Doctor Pierce Invalids Buffalo N. Y

Fire Rips Hubbard and Company Shovel Plant

Fire of undetermined origin swept a ten acre Hubbard and Company shovel plant in Pittsburgh causing extensive damage. Officials estimate losses around 750000 as four alarms drew all city apparatus. heat melted five 6 inch gas lines that fed the blaze for hours before gas could be shut off.

Pittsburgh Hubbard and Company

Sunlit Road to Better Health for Working Women

Fifty years ago women had limited occupations but now enter many fields yet risk health. Elizabeth Chamberlain of Trenton describes relief from Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after working in a Unionall factory. She advocates the remedy to factory peers and invites letters.

Lydia E. Pinkham Elizabeth Chamberlain Unionall

Citizens Conduct Separate Inquiry

Ohio business men form a citizens committee and report a proposal for a special grand jury to probe highway department purchases and contracts for the last state fair. No decision has been reached, officials state.

Columbus State Highway Department Citizens’ Committee Ohio

Winter Storm Hits Muskingum Valley

A winter storm strikes Muskingum Zanesville area as snow begins at midnight and winds shift from south to north. Snow drives along roads with strong gusts and drifting, coloring March mid winter in the valley.

Zanesville Muskingum Valley

Arkansas Town Fire Claims One Life And Massive Loss

A deadly blaze in Newport Arkansas left one dead, one missing and damage estimated near 1 million dollars. The fire burned more than 200 houses a large lumber yard a cooperage factory and the main hotel. American Legion members patrolled overnight to guard against looting.

Newport Ark American Legion Post

Dave's Mentha-Pepsin Claim for Rapid Digestive Relief

An ad touts Dave's Mentha-Pepsin as instant relief for gas fullness heartburn and indigestion. It promises a money back offer if the product does not improve the stomach and cites Dr Willam W Morgan of Bridgeton New Jersey who says four bottles ended his gastritis. Available at Cline Pharmacy Co and standard druggists.

Dave Willam W. Morgan Bridgeton N. J Cline Pharmacy Co

Pupils Undergo Schick Test In Athens Schools

Two hundred forty one children were tested by the local board of health. East Side school conducted 138 tests, the Training school 99, and the special education building 18. Additional pupils with signed permits will be tested today. Dr. John J. Mahoney of the state health department oversees the testing with the local health commission. Many Athens physicians attend to learn more about the procedure.

Board of Health East Side John J. Mahoney State Department of Health Athens Schick

Scarlet fever cases rise in Athens city

Seven scarlet fever cases have been reported to the Athens board of health per Dr. J. M. Higgins. The newest patient is 19 year old Goldie Ayers, daughter of Mrs. Ella Ayers of 129 Morris avenue, a pupil at East Side school. The Ayers home was quarantined yesterday by health nurse Miss Alice Haviland.

Athens Board of Health J. M. Higgins Goldie Ayers Ella Ayers Morris Avenue Goldie East Side Ayers Alice Haviland

Bite of bug sparks $20,000 damage claim in Washington

Miss Julia McGrady filed a damage suit against the Wats Restaurant Corporation seeking 20000 dollars for a bug bite she says occurred in a salad at the restaurant. She described the insect as unidentifiable, about the size of a thumbnail, soft gray with many legs, and it caused erysipelas and other injuries.

Washington Julia McGrady Lthe Wats Restaurant Corporation

Ousted Marshal Re employed by City Council

Westerville March stormy executive session re employed Marshal Harry Nutt who was recently suspended. Governor Donahey investigates claim Propst aided Mrs Ruth Farrel t Columbus to lure Nutt into liquor violations. Nutt protests innocence calling it a frame up.

Westerville Harry Nutt Donahey Propst Ruth Farrelt Columbus Nutt

Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin Promotes Gentle Regularity

Dr W B Caldwell of Monticello Illinois, a physician for 47 years, promotes his Syrup Pepsin as a safe pleasant laxative for older adults. It aims to regulate bowels without harsh purges, strengthens bowel muscles over time, and is gentle enough for daily use. A 60 cent bottle is suggested for those past fifty.

W. B. Caldwell Monticello Ill Dr. Caldwell

Best Sore Throat Treatment for Children

Claim for a new internal prescription Thoxine that targets sore throat and claims rapid relief for children. Advertises 35 cents and 1.00 dollar prices with money back if unsatisfied and asserts no iron or harmful drugs.

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