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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1923

Page

7

Mother seeks White House aid to win compensation for WWII hero Joe Anderson

Mrs. Hanson of Miles City Montana plans another mission to Washington to petition President Harding for compensation for her son Joe Anderson a St Mihiel hero who was gassed and later jailed for forgery before being pardoned by the president. Her earlier efforts included long treks and a foot journey from South Dakota prompting a pardon for him. Her other son Lieutenant Donald Anderson was killed in the same battle. She intends to travel to Arkansas then Washington to press the claim.

Miles City Mont Marie Hanson White House Washington Joe Anderson St. Mihiel Harding Hanson Kenneth Anderson Allready National Capital South Dakota Leavenworth Anderson France Joe Brownsville Tex Peavensworth Kan Anson Washington, D. C Cheyenne Wyo

Sale at Knowlton farm public auction near New Marshfield

The seller offers for sale at public auction at the Knowlton farm located 24 miles northwest of New Marshfield on the Carbondale road. Items include three Jersey cows ages 7 and years, one Jersey and Holstein cow age 4, one 8 year old cow, two horses totaling about 2600 pounds, a mare of 1 year, a wagon, harness, rake, disc harrow, ladders, and numerous other articles.

Knowlton Farm New Marshfield Carbondale Road T. C

Egyptian women charm and politics weave through veils

Mrs. Ernest Thompson Seton says Egyptian women remain veiled yet alluring and politically active. She notes wealthier women are educated, multilingual, and host salons with French fashion, while the Queen dreams of freedom beyond tradition. Seton also studies China's new woman advocating education and suffrage.

Shanghai Ernest Thompson Seto Egypt Mrs. Seton Nile Stunnning Egvpt

Federal narcotics board studies illegal drug smuggling

Washington March 6 preliminary investigations by the federal narcotics control board indicate most dope sold illegally is smuggled into the United States. Secretary H A Hayward said reports are being gathered from U S manufacturers to determine import restrictions on narcotics derived from coca leaves and opium.

Washington Federal Narcotics Control Board United States H. A. Hayward

Deaths and Funerals Albany March 6 77 Civil War veteran

James H. Masheter aged 77 died today at 12 30 PM at his Albany home after a weeklong illness from influenza and pneumonia. He was a Civil War veteran and respected citizen. Survived by his widow a sister Mrs S Ledges of Athens two daughters Mrs William Whaley Hebbardsville and Mrs Jesse Vorkes of Akron two grandchildren James and William Whaley. Funeral arrangements not announced.

Albany James H. Masheter Masheter S. 2.Ledges Athens William Whaley Hebbardsville Jesse Vorkes Akron James

Old monster Puritan sinks in the Delaware River

The veteran of the Spanish American War known as the old monster Puritan sank in the Delaware River after breaking from its moorings at a local junk yard where it had been brought to be scrapped.

Philadelphia Delaware River

Hoover cites Ruhr occupation causing shipment delays

Secretary of Commerce Hoover says general confusion from French occupation of the Ruhr valley is mainly to blame for interference with American shipments in and out of the occupied area.

Washington Ruhr Valley Secretary of Commerce Hoover

British Press Protest French Barrier in Rhineland

London reports show British newspapers denouncing the French customs barrier in the Rhineland for hindering trade and raising tensions between Britain and France.

London Today Rhineland

Selznick Picture Corp Files Federal Bankrupt Petition

In New York on March six an involuntary bankruptcy petition was filed in federal court against the Selznick Picture Corporation. The report notes no details on assets or liabilities.

New York Selznick Picture Corporation

Industrial activity climbs across United States reports say

Washington reports show increasing industrial activity across the United States as reflected in department of commerce releases made public this afternoon.

Washington Mar United States Department of Commerce

Girls mature earlier and seek independence say dramatist Crothers

Rachel Crothers, noted playwright and producer, argues that girls are treated as grown by 14 today, not 18 or 20. She warns mothers to adapt to new standards as youths demand economic independence, intellectual companionship, and careers alongside traditional roles.

Rachel Crothers

Local Tonsil Operation Performed for Sugar Creek Child

At Dr. J J Hoodlet office the latter part of the week a little son of Mr and Mrs Ben Fielder of Sugar Creek underwent tonsil removal. The operation was done by Drs W V Sprague and J J Hoodlet. Mr and Mrs O M Russell and children of Cattleburg Ky are visiting Mrs Russell's parents in Ellis avenue. They were joined by Mr and Mrs Leo Bingman and son of Athens for Sunday guests.

J. J. Hoodlet Ben Fielder Sugar Creek W. V. Sprague O. M. Russell Cattlesburg Russells Robert Hixson Ellis Avenue I.eo Bingman Athens

Revival at City Church Closes After Three Weeks

The revival service at the Church of God in this city concluded Sunday evening after three weeks of well attended meetings. Evangelist Laura Dublin of Parkersburg West Virginia led the services until last week when she was called away, and several new members joined the church.

Church of God Laura Dublin Parkersburge W. Va

Pastor Rev. H. Givens Leads Regular Services

Since then the regular pastor Rev. H. Givens has been in charge of the services.

Rev H. Givens

Revival to Start at Christian Church Next Sunday Evening

Large crowd attends First Christian Sunday School last Sunday and larger turnout expected next Sunday. A ladies quartet including Mrs. Jimer Nida Mrs. Clarence Butts Mrs. Floyd Nye and Mrs. J H Pendergrass sang. Pastor Ste L W Spayd opens revival services next Sunday evening inviting public attendance.

Jimer Nida Clarence Butts Floyd Nye Ste. L. W. Spayd Christian Church

Miss Augusta Evans Visits Chauncey in Weekend Stay

Miss Augusta Evans of Athens spent the weekend in Chauncey as a guest of Mrs. W. D. Hines. The visit highlighted social ties between Athens residents and Chauncey hosts.

Augusta Evans Athens Chauncey W. D. Hines

Christian Endeavor to Elect Officers at Wednesday Meeting

Members of the Christian Endeavor Society at the church will meet Wednesday evening for officer elections followed by a social hour with games music and refreshments.

Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church

Bailey Run Day Trip to Logan on Sunday

A brief item notes a trip from Bailey Run to Logan spent the day Sunday.

Bailey Run Logan

Local Dinner Reunion Hosts Schoonover Family

Mr and Mrs C A Schoonover and Mr and Mrs Border and daughter Beatrice of this city El ton Coffman of Glouster were entertained at dinner Sunday at the home of Charles Shafer in Beaumont, the brother in law of Schoonover.

C. A. Schoonover Border Beatrice Elton Coffman Glouster Charles Shafer Beaumont

Hollister Sisters Visit Mrs. George Nicholson Family

Mrs. Magele Bottle and Nettle Allen of Hollister have been guests of their sister Mrs. George Nicholson and family the past few days.

Magele Bottle Nettle Allen Hollister George Nicholson

Marl Bridgewater Family Guests From Nelsonville

Mr and Mrs Marl Bridgewater and their children visited Sunday with her parents Mr and Mrs A H England in this city.

Marl Bridgewater Nelsonville A. H. England

Altman Family Trip Reported From City To New Straitsville

Mr and Mrs Max Altman and farmers brothers Mike and Sam Altman of this city motored to New Straitsville Sunday and spent time there.

Max Altman Mike and Sam Altman New Straitsville

Visit Stirs in Carbondale by Mike Gillispie

Mike Gillispie spent Sunday visiting in Carbondale. The brief note places him in the city for informal engagements and local conversations.

Mike Gillispie Carbondale

Miss Norma Ferguson Visited by Ohio University Elder Family

Miss Norma Ferguson of Ohio University spent the weekend at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs J L Ferguson in this city.

Norma Jferguson Ohio University Mrs. J. Ll. Ferguson

Mrs John Haynes Shows Slow Improvement at Home

Mrs John Haynes, who has been quite ill at her home in this city, is slowly improving.

John Haynes

Mrs Davis Guests With Schoonover Family

Mrs Charles Davis of Nelsonville visited the Chauncey household of her daughter Mrs John Schoonover and family for the Sunday gathering.

Charles Davis Nelsonville John Schoonover Chauncey

Funeral services held for Dale Pyles in Millfield

Funeral services were held this afternoon from the residence for Dale Pyles the young son of Mr and Mrs William Pyles who died Sunday afternoon of pneumonia at the family home in Millfield.

Dale Willian Pyles Millfield

Illnesses Reported In City Homes

Mrs James Love is reported quite ill at her city home. Earl Davis, the young son of Mr and Mrs Joe Davis, has also been ill for several days.

James Love Earl Joe Davis

Aged Mary Lake Shows Great Improvement at Son’s Home

Mrs. Mary Lake, an elderly resident of this city, has been ill at the home of her son Rev. Herbert Six but is greatly improved, providing hopeful news for the family and community.

Mary Lake Herbert Six

Second grade spelling success in Chauncey schools

Pupils taught by Mrs. E. M. Garrett achieved 190 percent in a county spelling test of thirty four words. Named achievers include Eleanor Crose Mary Baughman Juanita Jones Louise Wharton Mary Ferrer Margorie White Jack McCafferty Kendal Swart Raymond Scott Wilbur Dew Delbert Neal and Earl Bolin.

Chauncey Schools E. M. Garrett Eleanor Crose Mary Baughman Juanita Jones Louise Wharton Mary Ferrer Margorie White Jack McCafferty Kendal Swart Raymond Scott Wilbur Dew Delbert Neal Earl Bolin

Miners Injured When Car Left Track At Chauncey Mine

Charles Karns of this city suffered a crushed left foot and ankle after a car left the track at the Chauncey mine yesterday while at work. He will be laid up for several weeks.

Charles Karns Chauncey Mine

Alien Population Increases In January 1946

The labor department reports the United States added 24 541 aliens in January with 28 738 admitted and 4 232 deported this month.

Washington Mar United States Labor Department

Early Spring Hopes Dented by Snowstorm in New York

New York reports a two and a half inch snowstorm after three mild days, cooling early spring expectations. The weather caused travel delays and blanketed the city with fresh snowfall from the west.

New York

Ex-Kaiser Spokesman Denies Wilhelm Plans for Corfu

Berlin based Lokal Anzeiger reports the personal spokesman for the former Kaiser denies any intention by Wilhelm to travel to Corfu. The denial follows circulating rumors of a imperial visit and emphasizes no such plans exist.

Berlin Wilhelm Corfu Lokal Anzeiger

Dr. Drake's Glessco Relieves Croup Quickly

During a midnight croup attack a child’s hoarse bark prompts urgent action. Dr. Drake's Glessco is advertised as safe and effective, with a single small dose relieving croup within minutes and rarely needing more than two doses. It is described as pleasant, reliable, and non vomiting, priced at 60 cents.

Teres Dr. Drake America

Athens Women Federation Holds Annual Meeting Aids Relief

The City Federation convened with large attendance led by Mrs Bush. Officers elected include Mrs Gard as first vice president Mrs Frank McKay recording secretary and Mrs Clara McAdoo treasurer. They approved dues of 5 cents and individual membership and outlined relief work totaling hundreds of dollars in food clothing and supplies for schools districts and patients.

Calender Bush Gard Frank McKay Clara McAdoo Athens County Athens Red Cross Muasic Club Thor Olson Elka Federation Marshall Women’s Reformatory Marysville Mra Hudkins Southeastern Ohio Southeastern Ohio Convention of Women's Federated Clubs

Amazing hair growth claim from Kotalko cure

An advert promises hair regrowth on bald spots by using Kotalko with a diet. It offers free proof by mail from Kotalko Office at BA-244 Station X, New York.

Kotalko Ba-244 Station X New York

Free State Troops Storm Kerry Positions

Free State troops stormed irregular positions at Kerry and captured five prisoners. Five Free State soldiers were killed in the assault.

Dublin Free State Kerry Foor

Mer Rouge Mayor Testifies in Morehouse Parish Hood Crime Probe

Court House Bastrop La March 6 Mayor Robert L. Dade of Mer Rouge testifies as the first witness before the grand jury probing alleged black hood crimes in Morehouse Parish.

Russia Sends Grain to Feed Ruhr Strikers

Moscow dispatch reports 800 carloads of grain sent by all Russian labor unions to Germany to aid Ruhr strikers by supplying food during the labor dispute.

Russia Moscow Germany Ruhr

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