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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1926
Page
2
Pomeroy March 10 When viewed from distance Syracuse mines Nos 16 and 17 resemble a small town due to the bright lights. A wire fence around Mine 16 is said to be charged with electricity to deter an incendiary fire like the August destruction of Mine 17's powerhouse. Nearby houses glow with electric light as part of the precaution.
Greta Weeks, daughter of Mr and Mrs Gilbert Weeks of Kerrs Run, was brought home from Holzer hospital Gallipolis today after an operation for acute appendicitis. She is reported to be much improved.
Pomeroy March 10 The Ex Yelsior salt works will reopen next Monday after a month of illness and repairs. The plant employs many workers, and the shutdown caused considerable hardship. Repair work was nearly finished to prepare for the upcoming spring trade.
In Pomeroy on March 10 William Jaynes son of William Jaynes and Roxie Virginia Weaver daughter of Charles Weaver were married Tuesday at the probate court rooms by Justice M L French. The couple reside in Ne.
The Monday Bridge club met at the home of Miss Clifton on Main Street. The sab trophy was won by Mrs. D. Reed with Mrs. Dor Schaefer earning the guest prize.
The will of Hannah Thomas of Syracuse was probated Tuesday. The entire estate goes to her nephew William Cowie of Syracuse, who is named executor.
A committee including Lawrence Red Thelma Phillips Mrs R Doung Robert Warner and George Cage plans a sunrise feature for each morning day school service at the Simpson M F church for the next ten months starting Sunday March 14 with suitable musical numbers and recitations.
Meigs county auto show opens this evening at the Masonic temple in Middleport with record attendance expected. Miss Dorothy Wesse and Woulie Burfora will provide much of the entertainment with dancing this evening.
Mrs Jacob Mees and daughter visited Athens Tuesday Dana H Peoples recovered after a week of illness Mrs Charles Peopies improved after two weeks confined illness Charles Wormelbore of Toledo was called to Middleport due to his mother’s serious illness at her Upper Fourth Street home
Miss Mary Park returned from a visit in Columbus with relatives. Mrs. Della Windsor of Middleport was a Gallipolis visitor yesterday.
March 10 Sugar Run Parent Teacher Association held its regular meeting at the school house with Mrs. John Chase presiding. Besides routine business a special pupil program entertained an unusually large attendance.
The Athens county young people’s council schedules its third program for Thursday at 7:30 in the Stewart Methodist church. Bertha Vickers and Rev. Ludwig lead. acts include music, readings, a male quartet, humorous one-act play by Athens high school students, and community singing directed by Clark Williams. No admission charged. a collection funds the event and benefits the spring conference.
Athens high school band will host Dad’s Night next Thursday. Every boy in the organization will bring his father to the regular practice as decided by the band during Tuesday night rehearsal.
Consumers are urged to use Authorized Ford Dealers and service shops using Genuine Ford parts. The letter from F. Rh. Beasley of Glouster Ohio touts lower maintenance costs, trained mechanics, and up to date battery and service facilities backed by Ford Motor Co. Aimed at Ford owners, it cites annual savings of about 20 dollars and promotes Firestone tires and Plate Ford batteries at specified prices.
Chauncey mine No. 25 of the New York Coal company resumed operations after a dispute linked to balloting about 200 men from Floodwood mine No. 26. Floodwood workers had been ballot ed to Chauncey earlier, then moved back as Floodwood started, lasting only a few weeks. Guests at the event included Mr and Mrs John Masten and others from Athens and The Plains.
Chauncey March 10. The Christian Endeavor Society of the First Christian Church will hold its March business and social meeting next Saturday evening in the Sunday school room. Reports from officers and committees will be presented under the direction of President Miss Florence Brewer.
F. F. Cook hosted a surprise party for Mrs. Cook on the Plains last Saturday honoring her birthday anniversary. The event featured music and dancing with late refreshments and gifts including a percolator and cups and saucers. Guests included families from Athens Union and The Plains, among others.
Chauncey March 10. Mr and Mrs Ambrose Terrell entertained with a six o'clock dinner Monday evening at their home in The Plains.
An old advertisement claims Hill's tablets can end a cold within 24 hours and stop all discomfort. It touts rapid relief and urges purchase at the drug store, asserting high value and widespread use.
During the social hour a pot luck supper will be served with each member contributing either sandwiches, pickles or pie for the menu.
Miss Ada Northrop of Chauncey spent Sunday with her uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Charles Marsh in Nelsonville. Charlie Marsh, recently ill in Nelsonville, is reported convalescing. Mrs Mary Adams of Beaumont visited Chauncey Tuesday with Mrs Lewis Northrop. Fred and George Shaner of Chauncey spent a few days in Zanesville. John Carter and sons visited Chauncey en route from Fostoria to Bishopville, stopping to see Mr and Mrs Clinton Courtney. Mr and Mrs H B Noble and son Billy and Miss Goldie Ashworth of Athens visited the Osbornes in Chauncey. Millie Osborne returned home after visiting sisters Mrs P A Miller in Peach Ridge and Mrs H B Noble of Athens.
The women of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Chauncey will host an Easter bazaar and bake sale all day tomorrow and Friday at the Crosser store building. Thursday evening will feature ice cream and cake.
Mrs. B E Carter of Chauncey received a telegram Tuesday announcing the death of Mrs. Charles P Carter at her home in Danville Illinois. Funeral services were held.
An advertisement touts McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as a easy to take alternative to cod liver oil that can help both adults and children gain weight and strength in 30 days. It claims a druggist sales spike and offers a money back guarantee if a 5 pound gain is not achieved.
Mrs. Carter died after months of illness and her burial occurred in Danville today. She leaves her husband Mr. Carter who was born and raised in this city, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Carter of Columbus, formerly Chauncey. He is a brother to B. B. Carter of Chauncey. Mrs. J. B. Carter and daughter Mrs. Elizabeth Preston of Columbus attended the funeral in Danville.
Thirty six members of Troop One Chauncey Boy Scouts met Tuesday evening at the Chauncey Christian church under Scoutmaster Ralph Pritts. They prepared for a public program at the Chauncey Globe theatre to raise funds for uniforms and scout work.
Editor Messenger urges a fair national vote on prohibition arguing honesty in reporting matters. The piece notes editorials showing a strong pro modification stance in the paper's announcements and straw polls labeled Beer in Industry and Today.
The author argues newspapers shape public opinion and urges balanced reporting with statistics from both sides. Citing religious and political figures, the piece notes limited votes on prohibition enforcement and references straw votes and editorials as context for fairness. It mentions new lighting used for color motion pictures.
St Petersburg Fla March 10 Every New York Yankee player is in line for action now Bob Meusel outfielder finally signed his contract just before the first game of the spring exhibition series. The Yanks lost 6 to 1 to the Boston Braves.
Rev. E. L. Pielow will discuss The Prayer Book during the midweek Lenten service at the Episcopal church tonight at 7 o clock. The event invites parishioners to attend and reflect on the religious text.
The Sandringham estate, longtime home of Queen Alexandra, was purchased by King Edward at a cost of 200000 pounds, marking a royal acquisition of the property.
In 1819 two babies were born in distant lands a queen in England and Lydia E Pinkham in a New England farmhouse. Victoria's reign endears her to Britons while Pinkham's Vegetable Compounds made her name a household word in American homes.
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