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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1927

Page

3

Chamber of Commerce event inspires valley business ties

In Ville on March 4, 150 business leaders gathered at the Methodist church for a Chamber of Commerce meeting featuring Ed R. Kelsey. President Fred Johnson lauded the invitation and attendees from surrounding towns, noting Kelsey’s engaging address encouraged local citizens to support regional development and communal prosperity.

Ville Chamber of Commerce R. Kelsey Isumville Chamber of Commerce Kelsey Ifred Johnson W. H Nelsonville Mast Anu Deedar Trent Porgy

Fred W Thacker Dies in Albuquerque New Mexico

Fred W Thacker, a former Nelsonville citizen and business man, died last night in Albuquerque New Mexico after traveling there for his health. He once ran the Roly store in Nelsonville and later owned the Dry Goods company before returning to Columbus. He is survived by his widow, children, his father Orrin Thacker, a brother Orren Thack and a sister M Hee Thacker Morris, all of Columbus. Funeral services will be held in Columbus upon the arrival of the body from the West.

Nelsonville Sonville Albuquerqud New Mexico Fred W. Thacke Columbus Alberquirque Orrin Thor Orren Thack M Hee Thacker Morris Colunehu Buneral

Marietta Council Holds Annual Reunion at Masonic Temple

Attendees including Nelson Ville Harry Jackson Eugene Hohe and Homer Harding gathered for Marietta Council reunion at the Masonic temple. The group planned evening activities and noted a schedule for Friday participation.

Marietta Council Nelson Ville Harry Jackson Eugene Hohe Homer Harding Cook Boenald Lowden Mariel Marietta Cour.ci Ho & Bom Masonic Temple

Social notes and dinner entertainments in town

Arthur ilicks hosted a 2 o'clock dinner with James Bland Mrs. Berry Airs Hollis Shaner and host HYPERION CLUB member Julius Fischer to join Saturday at 2 at 8 S Franklin Street. Bake sale by Methodist Sunday school No. 7 Saturday at 1 after Maple Lill store. C Ja Hort back in Somer field Ohio. Mrs CA Shockley in Columbus. Mrs Hd Tean and Mrs abl visiting Columbus with Dr and Mrs W Z Jones. Athens October gister J T.

Tertains Arthur Ilicks James Bland Mrs Berry Airs Hollis Shaner Hyperion Club Julius Fischer Elyperian Club S. Franklin Street Methodist Sunday School Ja Hort Somerfield Ohio CA. Shockley Columbus Hd Tean Abl Dre W. Z. Jones Teton Athens Ter Gister J.T

Exemplary Demonstration Noted in Court Exemplary

A concise report notes a high level of exemplary conduct observed during a recent court session. The judge commended the participants for decorum and adherence to procedure. The proceedings highlighted orderly handling of exhibits and respectful dialogue among all sides.

Perfect Record Pupils Achieve 100 Percent Attendance

In Nelsonville on March 4, Oak Grove School primary class lists February 100 percent attendance for Violet Hartman Edward Cage tonal Wachenschwanz Ruth Hartman Trim Cagg Otis Stover Earl Wachenschwanz Wilbert Jdtaurtraa Jess Parsons Nelile Stover Elelen Traugh Edna Mae Wolfe Paul Wachenschwanz Harfold Hartman. Funeral services for Jarvis Bobo set for Saturday at 2 PM Pilgrim Holiness Church. Burial at Greenlawn Cemetery.

Oak Grove School Nelsonvill Oak Groveschool Ety Violet Hartman Edward Cage Tonal Wachenschwanz Ruth Hartman Trim Cagg Otis Stover Earl = Wachenschwanz Wilbert Jdtaurtraa Jess Parsons Nelile ‘Stover Elelen, Traugh Edna Mae Wolfe Paul Wachenschwanz Harfold Hartman Robg Invillee Matel Jarvis Bobo Pilgrim Holiness Church Slucky Greenlawn

Street Improvement Plans To Be Considered Tonight

City council meets to discuss a proposed street improvement plan for summer. Engineer expects to present crossing closures near the Jelly Hell plant after railroad officials plan to attend, with a road to alternative crossings to permit continued transit.

Gloustier Lxsx Tieling Jelly Hell Anne

Well Shot on Thomas Lots in Gloucester

A well drilling incident occurred on Thomas Lots in Gloucester as the Glouster Wil and Gas Company drilled a well near Charles Thom as lots. The site operation paused after a man was reportedly injured and another worker described as a tent shared resident was affected. The drilling resumed later with the company continuing the oil exploration.

Well Thomas Lots Glouster Gloustin March Phewell Glouster Wil and Gas Company Charles Thomas Noan Ccal Company

Wells and oil field near Glouster deliver income

The article notes several wells near Glouster tied to local schools and clubs, with donations and barrels produced. Once abandoned due to pumping costs, the current oil prices make the field profitable again, providing income for a local company from the refurbished wells.

Allen Hendley Thomas Club Kiwanis Club Ing Tocal Daly Glouster High

Open Meeting at Magle City Lodge Delivers Program

Preparations underway for open Magle City lodge meeting in Glouster March 4. Program includes addresses and several musical numbers for visitors and members. Fred Teck moves his pool room to new Lemborn building corner of High and Wront streets. Willie occupies former Matfield grocery site and plans to reside in new location by eleventh. Dr F H May to relocate office to second floor suite in same building.

Glouster Magle City Lodge Teck Secong

Glouster PTA Donates 200 Dollars for Library Fund

The Glouster Parent Teacher Association grants 200 dollars to Glouster schools to support a library and its intended use. The Rothwell club plans substantial additional assistance to supplement the effort.

Glouster Glouster Parent Teacher Association Rothwell Club

Mines Active in Chauncey Area With Sixteen Working

Reports show sixteen mines operating today in the Chauncey vicinity including Home Coal Poston Millfield and Sugar Creek groups. Several mines are not working today though total daily activity averages sixteen for the week. A temple initiation and social followed an evening ceremony with members observed at Chauncey Unity Church.

jChaune Home Coal Company Poston White Ass Jewett Mines Chauncey Millfield Poston Consolidated Coal Company Milfield Chauncey Mine No New York Coal Company Sugar Creek Ming Ineves

Revival Voices At First Christian Church Sings

The Rev Roberts and Rev Viar sang four solos at the revival as Mrs Vera Kinn accompanied on piano. Roberts outlined a sermon on conversion while Viar plans a solo and own accordion accompaniment tonight. Delegation from Vivan oehured will attend. Sunday program begins with school at 2:30 a m. morning worship follows. Christian Endeavor at 8 p m with Homer Villevler.

Chauncery Maret Roberts Viar Vera Kinn

Personal Mention of Miran Bryan Recovering in Ohio

Miran Bryan recently had surgery for Routre at White Cross hospital in Columbus. She went to her brother Henry Bryndve's home in Ctroby for recovery before returning to her father Doe Bryan in Chauncey for a brief stay.

Presonal Meneion Miran Bryan White Cross Hospital Columbus Henry Bryndve Ctroby Hele Doe Bryan Chauncey Volubilis

Tax notices urge timely income returns in Athens

A local notice from the internal revenue official urges individuals and partnerships in Athens to file income tax returns by March 15. It lists thresholds for single and married filers, notes exemptions for state, county, and municipal salaries, and states Ira will assist taxpayers, remaining in Athens and extending to nearby areas.

Internal Revenue Gratt Athens Mavrica Rene State Hospital Oparmad

Don’t Risk Pneumonia from a Cold and Cough

An old advertisement touts Ayers Cherry Pectoral as hospital proven and safer than cough syrups to treat head colds and chest congestion. It claims this medicine penetrates irritated membranes and reaches the lungs, with emphasis on usage for children and adults. It also includes government tax filing notes and potential penalties for late returns.

Ayer

Vinco medicine ad promotes dubious drug claims

Frustrated reader notes a garbled ad for Vinco, a drug touted as performance improving with night and day promises. The copy blends unclear medical terms and nonsensical lines, urging purchases from a druggist and warning of routine tasks completed.

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