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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1919

Page

5

Athens Social News Relaxed Weekend Visits

Captain S R Mauck of Camp Sherman Chillicothe spent over Sunday with Athens friends. Miss Helen McKay director of the Woman's Music Club chorus called a meeting for Monday at 4 PM in the West Wing. Mr and Mrs Maurice DeCourt after several weeks with Mr and Mrs W E Banks returned yesterday to Cleveland.

S. R. Mauck Camp Sherman Pchillicothe Athens Helen McKay Woman's Music Club Chorus West Wing Maurice DeCourt W. E. Banks Cleveland

Camp Grant band master discharged returns home

Miss Florence Rose and Mrs. Anthony of Logan attend a prom. Will Junod, band master of the 161st Depot Band at Camp Grant Illinois, has been discharged and will arrive home tonight. Mrs. B G Chapman teaches at Pleasantville and visits sisters. Mrs. Arthur Boyles and daughter Marjorie Kathleen go to Grant hospital Columbus for tonsil removal and plan to return Sunday.

Florence Rose Anthony Logan R Psn F. L Will Junod 161 Depote Camp Grant Arthur Boyles Marjorie Kathleen Grant Hospital Columbus

Athens D A R delegate attends state convention in Cleveland

Mrs Jerry Morrie Hyde Harriet Lamb of Nelsonville represents the Athens Chapter D A R at the state convention held this week at the Hotel Statler in Cleveland.

Jerry Morrie Hyde Harriet Lamb Nelsonville Athens The Statler Cleveland

Notable Illnesses And Visits Highlight Athens Scene

Dr. O O Fordyce left for New Martinsville to tend his ill brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs C H Fitzswater. Miss Marie Swaim recovers from an automobile accident as Mrs W L Liston and family visit. Miss Cora McKay returns from Portsmouth England to spend Sunday with Fred M McKay and Helen McKay and travels to New York. Dr A S Thompson notes cousin Captain B N Wentworth transferred from Germany to the American university in France as agriculture instructor. Wentworth, former Kansas College of Agriculture faculty, may visit Athens before returning to Kansas. The Athens Reading Club discussed The Four Partners in Industry with Prof A A Atkinson hosting. readers Mrs Mary Graham Noss and E J Jones led with L G Worstell and Prof Hwan J Jones assisting.

O. O. Fordyce New Martinsville W. Va C. H. Fitgswater W. L. Liston Portsmouth Marie Swaim Miss Swaim Cora McKay England Fred M. McKay Helen McKay Citronelle Als O. F. McKay Miss McKay Elting Albany N. Y Aoe N. Y Thompson B. N. Wentworth Army of Occupation Germany American University France Buttergeld Wentworth Captain Wentworth Kansas College of Agriculture Manhattan Kansas Athens Reading Club A. A. Atkinson Mary Graham Noss E. J. Jones L. G. Worstell Hwan J Jones

Girl Scout Party Delights Wayne Hall Guests

Girl Scouts hosted a party Friday at their hall in Wayne Read ing with a troop from 6 to 8 o clock. Captain Miss Marian and Lieutenant Miss Clara Conkelton attended as honored guests. A picnic supper followed a lively pre game of games.

Paty Jack Wayne Reading Miss Marian Epaese

Lillie Class Plans Spring Meeting Details

The Lillie Class held a meeting Thursday with about fifteen members present. Attendees discussed enthusiasm for upcoming plans and several business matters related to class activities and Christian outreach.

Christian Arch

Church Social and Play Plans Highlight Meeting

The meeting covered a church pie social next Monday in the basement and the April class play. Supt organized outlined plans to those present and attendees then joined in an old fashioned taffy-pulling session.

Supt.organ

Marriage of Lieutenant Walter C. Rogers and Cornelia Hackett

Lieutenant Walter C. Rogers a Wells ton native and Ohio University athlete wed Miss Cornelia Hackett of New York City several days ago. Rogers arrived from France recently and plans to visit Ohio before settling into newspaper work. He left the service and will likely reside in Ohio. Hackett remains in New York until house keeping begins.

Walter C. Rogers Wellston Ohio University Cornelia Hackett New York City New York Rogers France Miss Hackett Ohio the Messenger Athens

Junior Prom at Masonic Temple Delightfully Informal

One hundred twenty students danced merrily to a program by an Ohio State University orchestra. The 7:45 grand march was led by Miss Irma E. Voigt and Prof. Simpson. The annual Ohio university event featured patriotic decorations and banners from university organizations.

Masonic Temple Ohio State University Irma E. Voigt Simpson Ohio University

Don't carry away sign found on heavy iron pile

In Detroit Michigan a crude sign reading dont carry away was pasted on a large iron mass weighing about twenty tons lying in a yard. The message appears intended to deter removal of the heavy scrap. No other details are provided.

Detroit Mich

Death Notice Mrs Sylvia White Fulwider

Mrs Sylvia White Fulwider died yesterday afternoon at 2 40 at her Columbus home after several days illness of influenza and pneumonia. She had lived in this city for years and with her husband earlier resided here before moving to Columbus two years ago. Survived by her mother Mrs Rachel White of Columbus, husband Mr R L Fulwider a Columbus grocer, two children Esther Pauline age 3 and Erma Louise age 1, and three brothers Charles Sugar Creek Urban and Carl of this city. Funeral party arrives Athens Monday morning on the 10 30 Hocking Valley and proceeds to the Christian Church for 11 o'clock services conducted by Rev Strecker and Rev Murch. Burial in Union Street Cemetery.

Sylvia White Fulwider Columbus Pulwider Rachel White R. L. Fulwider Esther Pauline Erma Louise Charies Sugar Creek Urban Carl Athens Hocking Valley Christian Church Strecker M.B. Church Murch Union Street

Death of Charles E. Nibert at Athens State Hospital

Charles E. Nibert aged 30 died yesterday at Athens State hospital from Paralysis after a three month stay. The body was shipped to Gallipolis today for burial by Newsom-Walburn Co. undertakers.

Charles E. Nibert Athens State Hospital Gallipolis Newsom-Walburn, Co

Death of Steve Velo at age two in The Plains

Steve Velo died last evening at 7 from influenza and pneumonia. Burial will be Sunday at 11 in the Catholic cemetery. He leaves six including his parents Mr and Mrs Pol Veasle and four surviving siblings. one sibling had died earlier.

Steve Velo Pol Veasle the Plains

Columbus Prepares Welcome for 37th Division Troops

In Columbus a reception plan forms as state officials and the local chamber of commerce await War Secretary Baker's word on the arrival date of the 37th division troops. Five thousand men are reported aboard ships bound for New York, with Adjutant General Layton coordinating from New York and promises of early plans upon his return.

Columbus Mar Chamber of Commerce National Guard Baker 37Th Division Atlantic New York Layton

Ex-saloonists seek rainbow drinks in bankruptcy court

Two former saloon operators faced bankruptcy court today after attempting to market rainbow drinks amid their financial woes. They asserted a need to serve "jags" as part of their business pursuit.

Detroit Mar

Sleeping Sickness Trial Report Highlights Relief

In San Francisco on March 15 a mother named Mrs Henry Mayer reports awakening after a few days of sleep with only slight weakness but no ill effects. The item frames a curious medical curiosity as a possible relief for tired mothers.

San Francisco Henry Mayer

West divorce petition filed in Athens Court of Common Pleas

Frances West filed a divorce and alimony petition against Arthur West in Athens Ohio Court of Common Pleas case No. 11710. The hearing is set for on or after April 7 1919. Woolley and Rod attorneys for the plaintiff.

Arthur West Frances West Court of Common Pleas Athens Courty Ohio Woolley& Rod, Attys

Ohio Corporal John Pratt Named War Hero Among 100

Corporal John Pratt of Toledo is listed among 100 war heroes by the War Department for conspicuous gallantry near Chevenges France on November 7 1918. He crawled under heavy fire to aid wounded soldiers and then dragged them to safety, saving lives. Other honorees include Sergeant Willie Sandlin Lieutenant Samuel Woodfill and several named Ky residents with the 132nd 60th 26th and 125th Infantry units.

Washington John Pratt Toledo War Department General Pershing Treasury Department Pratt 166Th Infantry Henry Oldiges Winton Street Chevenges France Willie Sandlin Hayden 132Nd Sandlin Bois de Forges Samuel Woodfill Alexander Pike Fort Thomas 60Th Infantry Woodfill Cunel Harry 8 Bogan Franklin 6Th Regiment Marines Blanc Mont Jackson D. Burke Maloneton 26Th Infantry Burke Regimetal Carl F. Parson Monroe Michigan 125Th Infantry Cierges Parson

League of Nations to Be Part of Peace Treaty

Mar 15 New York MATION reports that the Paris plenary council has positively decided the league of nations will be included in the peace treaty. Secretary Tumulty said the president denied reports of such a decision and stated there is no truth to them.

New York Paris League of Nations Joseph P.tumulty Wilson Tumulty Repor League Concil

Big Luh Makes Progress Amid Dismantling and Repairs

The work proceeds with ten days of steady operation and no misses. Six transformers are rapidly dismantled as a major building conversion to machine and blacksmith use is rumored. The plan displaces nine steam engines and many firemen while improvements to B. H. Young's residence unfold and Franker moves to Brookville after selling his farm to Mr. Reeder.

Elecp George Mace B. H. Young Rewill Wood Franker Reeder Brookville

Milks Emulsion advertised for stomach trouble and laxative relief

An advertisement touts Milks Emulsion as a remedy for stomach catarrh constipation and related issues. It claims relief within one day builders of flesh and strength and suitability for nervous and chronic conditions. The ad offers a money back guarantee and lists price and local distributors.

Bert Becker Miami Ohio Milks Emulsion Co Terre Haute Ind Cline Pharmacy Company Athens Fountain Pharmacy Nelsonville

St Patrick Dance and Local Socials in Glouster

Glouster hosts St Patrick dance at Eagle Hall Monday night with Ogden's five piece orchestra. Mrs B W Hawk and son Jim visit Nelsonville over Sunday with Mr and Mrs Harold Mechem. Mrs M M LeFavor and twins travel to Columbus over Sunday. Neva Cunningham and Mary Gamwell weekend visitors in Zanesville.

St. Patrick Eagle Hall Glouster B. W. Hawk Jim Nelsonville Harold Mechem Red Men’s Hall Ogden Neva Cunningham Mary Gamwell Zanesville

Dean LeFavor Spends Day at Home in Columbus

Dean LeFavor of the O. B. U. at Columbus is spending today at his home in this city.

Dean LeFavor The O. 8. U. At Columbus

Achauer Prepares New Occupancy Ahead of Season

Achauer spends a few days arranging attendance and readiness for occupancy as the coming season approaches.

Achauer Antatenaeene

Glouster Sportsmen Club Meeting Hopes and Delays

Secretary Shaw and Chief Barter missed the Glouster Sportsmen meeting after car trouble near Glouster and a mudhole detour. A large crowd gathered at the opera house to hear speakers, with post addresses and a banquet for 180 at the Methodist church. The Sportsmen Club reports 580 members and remains a lively group.

N. Y Shaw C. Barter Colu Zanesville Glouster Corning Opera House Rose Methodist Church Torney Warrier Gibson Belle McDonald Hes

Nicholson Child Dies of Pneumonia in Hunterdon County

The four year old daughter of Will Nicholson died at the home of Mr and Mrs John E B Cavey yesterday of pneumonia. Funeral services will be held at the Conn Church tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock with burial in the Conn Cemetery.

Nicholson Will John EB. Cavey Hunterdon Conn

Opera House Tonight Shows Pauline Frederick in Regurres tion

Artcraft presents Pauline Frederick in Regurres tion at the Opera House tonight with a billed Bed Room and Ball coming, on March 31.

Opera House Artcraft Pauline Frederick

Mayors Offered Expanded Role in Job Service Work

In Columbus on March 18, mayors of 35 municipalities were invited to assume a larger share of support for local offices. Fred Croxton, federal director of the US Employment Service in Ohio, outlined the plan to curtail cooperation due to a stalled appropriation. The notice described each office’s ongoing work handling discharged soldiers and workers amid unemployment.

Columbus Mar Fred Croxton United States Employment Service Ohio

Feverish politics reveal missing primary election in town

Town officials in Findlay Illinois confront a forgotten primary election as fevered political tensions expose an absence in local voting plans. The discovery suggests no primary was held, prompting questions about election management and timelines.

Findlay

State Civil Service Announces April Examinations

The state civil service commission releases its official bulletin listing examinations in the second week of April. Vacancies include janitors, inspectors, electricians, stenos, and dairy and oil positions across state departments and institutions. free bulletins provide full details and locations.

State Civil Service Commission Hamilton Cuahoga Mansfield Reformatory Department of Public Printing State Brick Plant State Departments New Prison Farm Loa Boller Dbtfnct Commission The Industrial Commission Society Engineers Department of Agriculture Maine Bureau of Markets Agriculture Xenia Division of Mines, Industrial Commission

Iris Pauline Reeves Obituary

Iris Pauline Reeves youngest child of Or lando and Edna Reeves of Athens county Ohio died near Albany March 2 1919 at age 2 years 6 months and 26 days. The brief notice notes a sweet sunny disposition and that she will be sadly missed by her family including father mother two brothers Edward and Orrin and two sisters Hilda and Mary. The poem lines express sorrow and hope as part of the memorial wording.

Iris Pauline Orlando Edna Reeves Athens County Ohio Albany Iris Edward Orrin Hilda Mary

Slap at Republicans Sparks Late New York Dispute

Fragmented copy reports a sudden confrontation in New York on March 15 involving Republicans and a contentious statement about France. Observers question the legitimacy of the claim and its potential impact on ongoing operations.

New York France

Garanac eee of spring hits wallop to Sapees

In a brief note the event marks a spring moment where Garanac eee lands a strong impact against Sapees on a brisk day. No further details are provided.

Garanac

Unclear Text Brief Cites 200 Cases in Five Days

Fragmentary note mentions ten names and an effect today with two hundred cases in five days. No verifiable entities or full context available.

Lauretta Taylor III in Hotel Row With Husband

Lauretta Taylor III, actress, and her husband faced a troubling incident at a hotel in Mieaitoed. The event involved an altercation over a performance at the hotel, drawing attention to the couple and the venue.

Lauretta Taylor III Ared Laurette i Taylor

Irish and English Origins and Racial Theories

This essay traces claimed links between English and Irish peoples and their supposed ancestries. It cites Hunnish and Assyrian connections, discusses Anglo-Saxon, Danish, Norman roots, and notes Ireland’s ancient divisions Ulster Munster Leinster Connaught, with a controversial view of Scota and Israelite ties. The piece asserts conflicts between Canaanites, Huns, and Assyrians in Irish history.

Wm. J. Warrener Colonel Gawler Max Mueller Fisher England Rome Canaan Elbe Schieswig- Holstein Ireland Scotia Scotland Ible Ampire

Real estate transfers in Waterloo and surrounding townships

Waterloo and area records show transfers including Martin L Sherman to Harry Hulbert on New Marshfield lots 109 and 110 for 35 each, Peter Grim to Clarence McNeal on New Marshfield lot, Allison Cox to Joseph Blackford for 5.02 acres at 150, E Power to Charles Gilpin on lot 36 for 260, Wesley Vorkes to Lewis Courtney on lot 188 for 580, E Daughterty to Elias Wil petty on 15 acres for 100, Mary B Jackson to Flora Doan on lot 170 in Coolville for 100, George Doan on lot 171 for 100, H F Kilpatrick to C K Pritchard on 31 acres for 620, Catherine and Matthew Mills to William Dishong on 40 acres for 800, Lawrence Conkey et al to Elma on lots 6 and 7 and 31 for 15, 215, and a beechler to Andrew Wolfe on corner lots for same, James Rogers to John Hartman on lot igtew for 10.

Martin L. Sherman Harry H. Hulbert New Marshfield Peter Grim Clarence McNeal Allison Cox Joseph Blackford Nelsonville Mary EB. Jackson Flora A. Doan Coolville Ame George W. Doan H. F. Kilpatrick C. K. Pritcahrd York Township Catherine Matthew Mills William Dishong Lawrence Conkey Et al Elma Dima Beechler Andrew J. Wolfe James Rogers John Hartman

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B. G. Chapman Pleasantville W. W. Coe Reading Club Atkinson Girl Lillie Mr. Covert Nelsonville Etere Lieut. Rogers Charles Nibert Steve Ve&lo Luhrig and Vicinity Mr. Becker M. M. LeFavor April Testo State Mol Pweter Oplomeerese Ste Rayon Ita Waterloo City of Goodrich Akron
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