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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1922
Page
17
Christian Church led by Pastor C. L. Johnson schedules a large Bible School attendance tomorrow at 9330 with morning worship at 10 30 and Prof Dennne of the USA to preach. Junior and Senior Endeavor meet at 6 pm as the choir plans a large evening program. Berean class leaders urge full turnout for a Southeastern Ohio sized gathering. A verdict favors the Foundry company in a civil case. defendant to appeal.
The Athens Foundry and Machine Co. sued L Juniper Coal Co. for 79.56 in a judgment case heard by Squire Donley’s court last night. The claim dated back to September 1920 for a set of trucks for a mine car. The defense argued wheels were damaged and not first class. Attorneys Bartels and C W Juniper appeared for the parties. The jury included Frank Johnson and C H.
Detective M. M. McGovern filed affidavits in mayor's court against Lewis Van Meter James Van Meter Irvin Manning and Lewis Woodrum of Hamley Run for taking coal from a K and M railroad car. Each pled guilty and received a 25 dollar fine plus costs and ten days jail, suspended on payment and future promise to respect property. They allege inability to secure coal at work due to shutdown and say dire need drove the theft.
The Methodist church Foreign Missionary Society met at Mrs. Willard Barto’s home. Mrs. Reita Howe led the business session planning Founders Day Boston Tea March 23. Mrs. Thomas Spencer directed the program with solos by Clarence Farrow and Nelle Stratton and readings by Mrs. D A Faree and Elizabeth Stratton.
The Woman Relief Corps holds a regular meeting in the American Legion hall Monday evening March 6. An initiation will be followed by an entertainment and refreshments. Members are asked to attend with their favorite dish.
Miss Lucille Somers hosted a birthday anniversary dinner Friday at six o clock. The table featured a fine display of pink and white carnations.
Covers were laid for Miss Edna Spencer Miss Katharine Johnson Miss Nevada Sommers Mr James Weaver Mr Karl Klein Mr William Sommers and the hostess Miss Lucille received pretty and useful presents After the dinner a theatre party was enjoyed by the guests.
The Standard Bearer society of the Methodist Episcopal Church praises each birth group for orderly meetings and high attendance. At the March gathering hosted by Miss Bessie Stephenson 46 girls enjoyed a program featuring The Averageville Mission Band and a Study Book chapter. Miss Leatha Pedigo was named assistant recording secretary with plans for a bank offering. The next meeting is set for April 6 at Miss Edna Spencer’s home.
First Sunday in Lent schedule. Sunday School 9 30 A M with Miss Mabel Poston superintendent. Church service at 7 69 P M with Rev Arthur Marsnall preaching and a choral service. Logan friends visit and members urged to welcome them. Cordial invitation to all not worshiping elsewhere.
Sunday School starts at 9 30 A M with Rev B M McLinn preaching at 10 59 A M on Christ as Good Shepard. Evening service will discuss Lot's Wife or the Disobedient Woman. Allen C E Society gathers at 6 P M. All are welcome.
Twenty five friends gathered at Mrs. John Nutter’s home Thursday evening to celebrate her 24th birthday. Guests shared favorite dishes and a bountiful dinner was enjoyed. Mrs. Nutter received many gifts in a pleasant social occasion.
Mrs W L Hudson and daughter Mary Lou visit her in law family in Lebanon Ohio. Mrs Edgenhurst returns to Middleport after a two day visit with her sister. Mrs Mary F E Cooley visits Columbus friends Rev and Mrs Delbert Mills and daughter Mary Margaret. Rev Delbert Mills daughter Mary Margaret to Nashville after two weeks with Mrs Robertson. Clarence Shockley went to Columbus Friday and brought home his wife who is recovering after an operation at Grant hospital.
The Nelsonville YMCA basketball squad edged Shawnee YMCA on the local floor last evening in an exciting game, finishing with a 51 to 30 victory.
Attendance urged for 6 30 p m executive session and 7 p m gathering with a 7 30 p m follow up at the YMCA. Mrs D A Rannells of Logan will describe how Logan secured a ladies rest room. The club aims to obtain a rest room for Nelsonville.
Sunday school begins at 9 30. Morning worship at 10 30. Christian Endeavor at 6 followed by the 7 oclock evening service. One week from Sunday is the every member canvass.
The West End PTA met Friday at 2 PM. Fifth graders performed a musical number and secured a traveling picture. The group will cover one third of the cost for a health expert to address the children. Ten dollars is set aside for summer garden prizes. Plans for the Foster market were discussed as a major upcoming event. Mr and Mrs Earl Weist returned from Columbus where they stayed with Mr and Mrs Ed Riley.
Mrs James Matheny will entertain the members of her Sunday school class of the M E church next Monday evening at her home on Fairview street.
Splendid Sunday school last Sunday in interest and attendance. Morning worship at 10 30 with theme Purification. Baptismal service and reception of class into full membership. Class meeting at 6 p m Epworth League 6 p m Evening worship at 7 with theme Sin and Its Mockers. Sunday school board meets Monday evening at 7.
A brief notice invites readers to a prayer meeting Wednesday evening at seven. All are welcome to attend.
Sunday school at 9 50 a m preaching at 10 30 a m and 7 p m class meeting at 2 30 p m young people meeting at 7 p m Rev C C McNail of Athens will preach at both services He is state Superintendent of Ohio work of this church Public is welcome Rev A H Plunkett is pastor.
Louise Thornton, 69 Stimpson avenue, had adenoids and tonsils removed Friday at an Athens hospital. Mrs. C. F. Carpenter of Hawks attended. Thornton’s ill sister at 69 Stimpson avenue is improving and set to return home Monday. Several locals travel for visits and funerals, church classes plan Sunday sessions, and a series of social and professional events fill the week including shoe retailer convention in Cleveland and a university arts feature.
In Delaware Ohio on March 4 results from the southern Ohio big school tournament show Xenia 26 over Faton 10, Springfield 13 over Athens 10, and other matchups Kent Greenfield 30 over St Paris 9. Late games planned include Xenia versus Springfield and Westerville versus Delaware.
Ohio University defeats Kenyon College 48 to 16 at Ohio gym in front of a small crowd. Herron leads with eight baskets as Ohio outplays Kenyon in the second half and hints at a tougher test against Denison next Tuesday in Granville for the conference title.
William H. English was sentenced to two months in the county jail for liquor law violations. Judge Sanborn granted permission for his pet cat to accompany him to jail.
A late night fire in a Norfolk rooming house in the poorer section killed two men and one woman and injured another woman now hospitalized. Fire officials said the blaze was confined to the building and an all out effort is under way to determine the cause.
Mrs. Harry Beckley and Mrs. D R Zenner hosted a bridge party this afternoon at the Beckley residence on North Congress street. The occasion complimented Mrs. Beckley's guests Miss Louise Harlan and Miss Maud Davis of Columbus and Mrs. Walter Brown of Jackson visiting Mrs. L V Brown.
Kansas City report shows 1921 motor tourist camp hosts 2,976 cars with 10,958 persons, up from 1,508 cars and 5,359 persons in 1920. Camp operated April 8 to December 8, costing the city $2,741.70.
Washington March 4 Representative Patrick H. Kelly of Michigan announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for senator. He will oppose Senator Charles R. Townsend the current holder and Colonel Emory former national commander of the American Legion both named as candidates.
Mrs Sarah North aged 76 died Saturday after a one day illness from pneumonia at the home of her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Roy Roberts near Broadwell. Widow of John North she leaves three sons and two daughters. Funeral services Monday and burial in Amesville cemetery.
William Simms, a porter by day and preacher by night, faces arrest for stealing shoes from his employer. He preached against theft from the pulpit while allegedly selling the stolen footwear to church members, shocking his congregation with his double life.
In Belmont County during February six mine fatalities were recorded according to Coroner C. C. Hardesty. All accidents happened in the lower end of the county where mines have been operating steadily.
Martins Ferry mourns a mystery man buried this week. A Black man, unidentified, had worn an overcoat on streets last summer and was found dead in the hoboes sleeping quarters inside the city building. No name or further identifying details available.
Local teachers at the Chauncey primary school bought a Victrola this week for building use. Pupils and teachers held a musical program before Friday’s closing. Christine Courtney entertained relatives at her parents home for a birthday anniversary.
In San Antonio Texas on March 4 G F Pond a milk peddler earned a fine of 25 for watering milk after tests showed as much as 25 percent water in the product. The penalty came on a second offense reflecting continued adulteration concerns.
A Brazilian company now manufactures flour derived from both black beans and white beans, expanding the use of legume-based flours in the food industry.
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