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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1920

Page

3

Parent Teachers Meeting Stresses Unity at West Building

West building Parent-Teachers Association held Friday afternoon in room six with Superintendent D A Ferree urging unity to achieve shared goals. He recalled last May talk, discussed playground sanitation, and outlined fundraising to pay teacher salaries. show by first grade pupils delighted members and Mrs Mary Ruscoe won a cap.

Parent-Teachers’ Association of West Building D. A. Ferree Mn Ferree Mary Ruscoe

Prohibition Discussion Highlights Hyperion Club Meeting

Mrs. Marlama hosted Hyperion Club ladies Saturday afternoon from 2 to 4. Mrs. W. H. Parks led current events with engaging facts. Mrs. J. M. Hyde presented a strong paper on State National and World Prohibition, drawing on years of work and offering insightful analysis.

Marlama Hyperion Club W. H. Parks J. M. Hyde Hyde

Birthday Party for Paul Figgins

Paul Figgins celebrated his 12th birthday with a Friday evening party from 7 to 9 attended by twenty seven boyfriends. Games were played and at 9 o clock the guests enjoyed an elegant lunch.

Paul Figgins

Funeral services for A. M. Price held at daughter’s home

Attendees from Detroit Ashland and Columbus join the Sunday service at 2 o clock led by Rev Mann. Mrs B E Le Fever sang One Sweetly Solemn Thought and Beautiful Isle. Burial followed at Greenlawn.

Price Charles Lemon Hubert Lemon Levina Crouse Detroit Anna Price Ashland Tommy Lemon Worth Price Ray Price W. Price Columbus A. M. Price Clarence Farrow

Elks Elect Officers At Regular Meeting

At the Elks regular meeting officers for the coming year were elected. E. R. McCune was named Exalted Ruler and J. H. Cox appeared as Leading Knight. J. Reed as Fair Executor, W. Edgell as Treasurer, O. Rider as Secretary, L. Kelch as Tyler, H. Warner as Trustee, and W. Vorhes as Trustee.

ELKS the Elks E. R McCune E. Lead. K J. H. Cox E. Loy. K J. E. Reed FE. Lect. K W. E. Edgell O. A. Rider L. R. Kelch Tyler H. D. Warner W. H. Vorhes

Red Cross Christmas Seals Report From Nelsonville

Mrs L A Whitmore chairs the Red Cross Christmas seal sale for Nelsonville noting receipts of 652 14 dollars. The report summarizes total funds raised by the campaign and highlights community support for the fundraiser.

RED Cross L. A. Whitmore Nelsonville

For Sale 200 Army Blankets at J P Tedrow's Place

Classified notice from Nelsonville offers 200 army blankets for $3.75 each at J P Tedrow's Place near Kimberly bridge below Nelsonville. Also a Lost Sterling silver bar pin set with brilliants sought. reward offered for return to Lucile Stalter at 259 Fort St or Bell phone 358.

J. P. Tedrow Kimberly Bridge Nelsonville Lucile Stalter Fort St Bell

For Sale Harley-Davidson Motorcycle and 1917 Ford Touring

For sale ad lists a 1919 Harley-Davidson with side car in first class condition and a 1917 Ford touring car. Contact Matthew Hickman Kimberly 6. Also advertising spring suit hats and sailors received from Mia H Parry the milliner. 3-6-3p

Matthew Hickman Kimberly Mia. H. Parry

For Sale A Good Oak Davenport Bed

For sale a good oak Davenport with springs and mattress on top making a splendid bed. Price 25 dollars. Bell phone 684. 3-6-3p.

Bell

Dance in Junior Hall March 9 Prices

Dance in Junior Hall Tuesday night March 9 with ladies 15c and gents 35c. Good floors and good music. 3-5-3.

For Sale Four Room Brick House on Watkins Street

East side location, asking 850 cash with immediate sale option. Contact Isaac Warner, agent. Also listed are a light Ford truck and a 1917 Maxwell at Square Deal Garage, Bell Phone 1066. Wanted at once, a dining room girl apply Majestic Restaurant Nelsonville.

Watkins Street Isaac Warner Maxwell Square Deal Bell Majestic Restaurant Nelsonville

Penny Social At Owls Hall March 9 Promises Rich Returns

Community drive urges all residents to attend the Rebekah Penny Social at Owls Hall on Tuesday evening March 9. Attendees are asked to bring donations to support the event and its charitable goals.

Rebekah Owls Hall Eee

French Dry Cleaners Offer Low Cost Clothing Care

The notice promotes French Dry Cleaners at 21 Hocking St offering affordable cleaning and repair for suits, jackets, coats, dresses, curtains, sweaters, cushions, and gloves. It mentions dyeing and repair services for ladies and gents wear and offers prompt service via both phones.

French Dry Cleaners Hocking St

Nelsonville Fund Helps Sufferers From Great White Plague

Stamps sold in this city and after expenses a headquarter fund reports $517.23 for Nelsonville to aid those afflicted with tuberculosis. Doctors may notify Mrs. C. H. Bartlett, chairwoman, if treatment is needed but funds are required to be worthy recipients.

Nelsonville C. H. Bartlett

Goal Operator Dies After Brief Illness

William Johnson of Martins Ferry Ohio died after a brief illness at his Martins Ferry home. He was brother to coal operators Edward James Thomas and Henry Johnson and uncle to Mrs Cann and Dr Wilbur Johnson. He leaves a wife and one daughter. The body will be moved to the Cann residence for funeral services likely Tuesday.

Nelsonville William Johnson Martins Ferry Johnson Edward James Thomas Henry Johnson W. H. Cann Cann Wilbur Johnson

New Members Received At Methodist Church

Yesterday morning at the Methodist church a large gathering witnessed new members being received. Numerous local residents visited with relatives in Columbus and Athens over the weekend and several families traveled to Columbus for visits and events.

Methodist Church Michael Betts Columbus Ben Smith Lancaster L. D. Johnson Logan J. L. Eberle Cliff Sanders Hazel Hall Geo. Johnson Walter Howe Betty Charles Howe Athens T. E. Wells Leona W. H. Grady Louisville Inez Juniper Fred Wilson C. C. Cummins Mary Leona McVickers Myrtle Selig

Standard Bearers Honor Guests at Edna Spencer Home

The M E church group met at Miss Edna Spencer’s Chestnut street home on Thursday at 7 pm. Miss Richards led with nine members answering roll call and scripture. Six visitors joined the society. attendees included Miss Richards, Helen Collin, Alice Caldwell, Edna Patton, Elsie Hodgeman, Iva Murphy, Ruth Wolfe, Athlyn McManaway, Ruth Miller, Ruth Hewitt, Bess Aisles, Edna Cole, Lucile Sommers, Mildred Patton, and Edna Spencer. Dainty refreshments followed the social hour.

M. E. Church Edna Spencer Chestnut Street Miss Richards Helen Collin Alice Caldwell Edna Patton Elsie Hodgeman Iva Murphy Ruth Wolfe Athlyn McManaway Ruth Miller Ruth Hewitt Bess Aisles Edna Cole Lucile

Purchases Millinery Store Change of Ownership

Mrs. Alice Rider has sold her millinery stock to Miss Mayme Keplar. Keplar travels to Cleveland to buy spring hats and will return to open her new store in the former Rider location.

Alice Rider Mayme Keplar Keplar Cleveland Rider

Baptism Adds Fourteen New Members at Local Church

The pastor Rev Arthur Mann administered the rite of baptism to fourteen new members, signaling growth in the congregation and strengthening church ties.

Arthur Mann

Father and Son Banquet Set for March 16

A father and son banquet will be held Tuesday March 16 with invites sent to churches yesterday. Scouts and the Y M C A committees organize the event open to all men bringing a son or a father with no age limit. Moses Breeze of Columbus will be principal speaker. Tickets available at the Y M C A A P Scotts store or from any Scout.

Father and Son Scouts Moses Breeze Columbus A. P. Scott’s

Y M C A Plans for Coming Year at Directors Dinner

The Y M C A will serve a six o'clock dinner Tuesday for the board of directors. Annual reports will be read and plans for the coming year discussed. There was a strong older boys meeting Sunday afternoon with Physical Director Dilcher in charge of a weekly Sunday boys meeting.

Dilcher

Y Athletic Department Faces Busy Week After Social Banquets

The article notes a busy week ahead for the athletic department with four special Y evenings and banquets last week that gave the association a restaurant atmosphere. Classes are performing well though the business men's class often misses events due to other engagements.

Trimble Township Trustees Divide Road Districts

Trimble township trustees meet and split the township into three road districts with John E. Cavey leading District 1, Fred Hawk District 2, and C. L. Koons District 3. A broad road program is planned for the coming season and will begin when weather allows. Last year the roads were among the county’s best due to trustee work and will be improved further.

Miller Leaves Atlas Store for Athens Dry Goods Post

BE. L. Miller quits a decade at The Atlas Store to head the dry goods department for The D. Zenner Co. in Athens next week. Mrs. Miller and Ruth stay until school closes before the family moves. Miller sold his home to Will Miller who will take possession soon. Wm. Ellis, United Mine Workers organizer from Alabama, is visiting his home in the city.

BE. L. Miller Atlas Athens D. Zenner Co Miller Miss Ruth Athena Will Miller Wm. Ellis United Mine Workers Alabama

W C T U Meeting Set At Mrs. Galbraith Home

The W C T U will meet at the home of Mrs. Frank Galbraith Tuesday afternoon at 2 oclock. All members are urged to be present.

Frank Galbraith

Mrs A R Bobo Visits Relatives in Athens

Mrs A R Bobo and her young daughter were weekend guests of relatives in Athens, staying Saturday and Sunday.

A. R. Bobo Athens

Miss Mary Jonas Visits Murray City with Haymans

Miss Mary Jonas spends the week in Murray City visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hayman.

Mary Jonas Murray City Ralph Hayman

W. H. Stahl Visiting Zanesville Friends

W. H. Stahl of Zanesville is spending a few days with relatives and friends in this city.

W. H. Stahl Zanesville

Church of Christ group to meet at Mrs Allen's home

The C. W. E. M. of the Church of Christ will meet Wednesday at the home of Mrs. A. A. Allen on Main Street. All are cordially invited to attend.

Church of Christ A. A. Allen Main

Weston doctor guests with Pettit family at Trimble

Dr. J. G. Pettit of the state hospital at Weston West Virginia was the weekend guest of his parents Mr and Mrs C H Pettit at Trimble detailing a family visit.

J. G. Pettit State Hospital Weston, W. Va C. H. Pettit Trimble

Mrs Owen Meredith Visiting Athens With McOy Couple

Mrs Owen Meredith is in Athens this week as the guest of her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Fred McOy.

Owen Meredith Athens Fred Mcoy

Mothers Would Want Mother Grays Powders

Advertises Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children, claiming relief from headache feverishness stomach troubles and irregular bowels. Props ease of use and widespread pharmacist availability.

Balmwort Tablets Offer Relief for Kidney Bladder Ailments

Mr W E Goff of Syracuse New York reports relief from two years of kidney and bladder disorders after using Balmwort Tablets. He describes back hip pain low mood nervousness and frequent urination nights with unbearable pressure. Blackburn Products Co guarantees satisfaction and sells Balmwort Tablets for 1.00 through leading druggists.

W. E. Goff Syracuse N. Y Blackburn Products Co Dayton Ohio

Finnish Deposit Found of Mineral Used as Fertilizer

A deposit of mar was discovered in Finland estimated to contain 125000 tons suitable for use as fertilizer.

Finland

Imitation leather crafted by impression dies

The process aims to closely resemble genuine leather by forming the surface with dies made from impressions of real hides. The technique highlights how texture and appearance are achieved through faithful replication of natural grain.

Father John’s Medicine praised by Brooklyn mother

Mrs. L M Wray of Brooklyn testifies that Father John’s Medicine helped her asthmatic and bronchitic child sleep better and stay well. She endorses the product as free from alcohol or dangerous drugs and notes its sixty years of success for colds and as a body-builder.

John Father John JL. M. Wray Prospect St Brooklyn N. Y

Cavaliers Wrestlers Beat Ohio University in Charlottesville

University of Virginia grapplers defeated Ohio University 17 to 4 at Charlottesville. Ohio coach complained of biased officiating by a referee who was the Virginia trainer. Virginia hosts Ohio again on April 16 after a day with Congressman Foster and a city tour.

Charlottesville University of Virginia Ohio University Thor Olson Ohio Barros Thomas Dabritz Lowther Virgil Pope Furgeson U. of W I. M. Foster Congressman Foster Capital

Miller brothers enlist in Kentucky town

In Lington, Kentucky six Miller brothers from Breathitt County joined the U S Army, becoming soldiers in Uncle Sam's force. The brothers named Kelly Boyd Dave Harvey Ab and George were all accepted, part of Breathitt County noted for providing many World War I enlistees.

Leington Uncle Sam Miller Breathitt County Kentucky Kelly Boyd Dave Harvey George

Famous coach back at Yale after England service

Yale rowing mentor Guy Nickalls returns from Britain where he served in the army since 1914 and resumes coaching duties at Yale immediately in New Haven.

Guy Nickalls Yale England Nickalls New Haven

Man Hitches Burning Truck To Save Barn In Kentucky

Versailles Kentucky Dudley Carpenter rescued his barn by hitching his wagon to a motor truck that caught fire. The truck, sparked by a lantern, was pulled into the barn lot and burned the structure was destroyed. Carpenter suffered burns on his hands and arms.

Versailles Dudley Carpenter Carpenter

Mine Foreman Shot In West Virginia

Thacker Coal Mining Company foreman Charley Lee was shot in the head by a Black assailant. He lies in critical condition at Welch hospital as county officials pursue the gunman who fled into the hills.

Thacker W. Va Charley Lee Thacker Coal Mining Company Lee Welch Hospital

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