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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1927

Page

5

Society and Personal Mention Highlights from Columbus and Local Areas

Mrs. H. T. Lee returns from a week in Columbus visiting her sister and niece. Mrs. Frank Dean revisits with family in Youngstown and Akron after a visit with her daughter and in law. Miss Dorothy Lonas of Columbus remains in serious condition after a traffic accident in Columbus. Mrs. Maude Hudkins hosts a bridge club with out of town guests from Washington, D C and Westerville. Mrs. Minerva Calvert accompanies her daughter to Columbus as she recovers from a stroke. Mu of Delta Sigma Epsilon initiates four novices in a formal ceremony. Mrs. M. E. Twiss to host a bridge gathering at 46 East Union Street. Jesse Brown announces the birth of a daughter. Ladies Aid of Richland avenue holds all day meeting with pot luck and quilting. Mrs. Maggie Allman visits Nelsonville.

Maude Hudkins West Washington Street Bridge Club G. C. Hawkins Hazel McKinstry Washington, D. C C. W. Howe Westerville S. M. Johnson Charles O. Pickering Ladies’ Aid of Richland Avenue Training School

Navy Quiz Headlines Answers From Today’s Paper

A daily feature asks ten naval history questions with answers printed on the last page. Topics cover World War I and II leaders, Revolutionary War engagements, Barbary War ships, Civil War innovations, Farragut, Cuba operations, the Spanish American War, a U S cruiser loss near the coast, and a missing navy collier voyage from South America to the north.

United States Navy America Farragut Mobile Bay Cuba United States South America

Ohio university wrestling team hosts dinner after Buckeye win

Mr and Mrs Thor Olson entertained the Ohio University wrestling team at 26 Woodard avenue Sunday evening in honor of the Buckeye tournament victory. Guests included William Griffith Cecil Glass Fred Breed Serena Shafer William Bru Baker C R Duncan Joseph Begola and Charles Blythe plus visitors from Pomeroy Middleport and Columbus and local residents.

Thor Olson Woodard Avenue Ohio University Buckeye William Griffith Cecil E. Glass Fred W. Breed Serena Shafer William Howard Brubaker C. R. Duncan Joseph W. Begola Charles B. Blythe

Stabbed By Neuritis Promises Quick Non Narcotic Relief

An advertisement touts Tysmol as a non narcotic, fast acting cure for neuritis pains in the shoulder neck back or limbs. It claims the cream is absorbed through the skin and soothes diseased nerves to restore health. Available at McKee Drug Co and across drug stores for one dollar.

McKee Drug Co

Eight women elected to Ohio university swimming team

At a captains meeting for class swimming teams the eight women students of Ohio University were elected to the 1927 women's varsity swimming team. Criteria included efficiency in swimming, attendance at practices, cooperative attitude, good sportsmanship, and self control under fatigue. Names: Jane Elliott Dorothy Coston Sara Shoemaker Grace Bruce Ruth Thomas Rachel Fagin Virginia Riddie Dorothy Carson.

Ohio University Ann Smith Jane Elliott Dorothy Coston Sara Shoemaker Grace Bruce Ruth Thomas Rachel Fagin Virginia Riddie Dorothy Carson

Mayner Confesses in Midland Steel Murder Case

Cleveland police report Alex Mayner confessed to complicity in the Jasper Russell killing, the Midland Steel watchman, and identified the man who fired the fatal shot.

Cleveland U.P Alex Mayner Jasper Russell Midland Steel Company

Rider Harry Rankin Injured at Work in Hunterdon

GLOUSTER March 15 Harry Rankin Hollister motor rider No 267 at Hunterdon was injured at work Monday with two cuts across the back of his head needing five stitches and a bruise to the small of the back. Details of the accident were not available this morning as ticket demand rose with chart openings and the community expressed interest in aiding the underprivileged child.

Glouster Harry Rankin Hollister Hunterdon

Horton Chevalier Leaves Athens Lumber for Worthington Work

Horton Chevalier of Athens Lumber in Glouster resigns after seven years and heads to Worthington to work in a screen and wood working shop run by Charles Lewis. He plans to move his family there later. Py thian inspection announced for White Rose Temple in Glouster with district deputy Mrs Jennie Shuttleworth of New Straitsville to inspect at K of P hall Wednesday night.

Horton Chevalier Worthington Glouster Athens Lumber Company Charles Lewis Chevalier White Rose Temple Pythian Sisters K. of P. Hall Jennie Shuttleworth New Straitsville

Eye examined in Columbus after Saturday fight

In a fight Saturday night the injured person was taken to Columbus today for an eye examination by a medical specialist.

Columbus

Local Families Welcome Newborn Lois Jean Lamborn

Mr and Mrs Vern Lamborn announce the birth of a daughter Lois Jean born Monday. Nearby visitors include Mr and Mrs Meshick Cavey of Columbus staying with Mr and Mrs Ezra Weaver and Mr and Mrs G W Cavey. Mrs G W Cavey and Mrs Etta Johnson were guests last week of Mrs Ben Nichols at Corning.

Vern Lamborn Lois Jean Meshick Cavey Columbus Ezra Weaver G. W. Cavey Etta Johnson Ben Nichols Corning

Isaac Price Celebrates 68th Birthday With Family

Relatives gathered at the Price home Sunday to honor Isaac Price on his sixty eighth birthday with family celebration and good wishes.

Isaac Price Price

Musterole Promises Quick Relief For Flu Symptoms

An old fashioned remedy Musterole is advertised to relieve influenza grippe and pneumonia symptoms that begin with a cold. The ad claims warming tingling and cooling relief as the ointment penetrates to ease congestion and stimulate circulation, suggesting emergency use to prevent serious illness.

Debate on capital punishment at Hollister High

Hollister high school hosts a debate Friday night at 7 30 o clock in the auditorium on the resolution that capital punishment should be abolished. Hollister will argue the affirmative and Chauncey the negative. Music by the glee club accompanies the event.

Glouster Holliser High School Hollister Chauncey Glee Club

Hollister man injured eye after alleged cue stick hit

GLOUSTER March 15 The incident centers on Tewis Gail of Hollister who suffered an injury to his right eye when it is alleged he was struck by a cue stick.

Glouster Tewis Gail Hollister

Family Gathering Attended by Numerous Clifton Residents

Attendees listed include Mr. and Mrs. Charley James and grandson William Jones, Mr. and Mrs. William Embrey and grandson Jack Parker, Miss Stella Green, Mrs. Nancy Price, and many others from Glouster Athens and surrounding areas. The extended group features multiple generations, including children and grandchildren, gathered for the occasion.

Charley James William Jones William Embrey Jack Parker Stella Green Nancy Price Hugh Stephenson Maxine Rebecca Gerald Bobby Hoyt Stephenson William Charles Hugh Pauline Algie Price Garnet Dwight Donald Wilbert Harry Dora Marie Wester Elsa Mae Roberts Lurene Durfee

New Epilepsy Treatment Claim Draws Readers

A Columbus News brief promotes a new remedy for epilepsy promising to stop stubborn fits and spasms. Readers are urged to write to 88 Box 71 St Johns Phew 8 Brooklyn NY for a booklet detailing the treatment.

Yehoe Box St. Johns Brooklyn N. Y

Classified Ada Watch: Daily Tips Cut Shopping Costs

Readers told they can save money by checking the classified ada every day. The note emphasizes consistent daily watching as an economical strategy for buyers.

Phillips Milk of Magnesia Promises Quick Indigestion Relief

For stomach discomfort drink Phillips Milk of Magnesia in water to ease sour or gassy stomachs. It is claimed to neutralize acid more effectively than bicarbonate of soda and has been physician prescribed for fifty years. Bottles priced twenty-five and fifty cents. Trademark notes and company history included.

Phillips U.S Charles H. Phillips Chemical Co Charles H. Phillips

Also Mentioned on This Page

H. T. Lee Herbert Moore Eugene Reedy Frank Dean C. E. Russell Richard Fought Youngstown Fred Kelley Akron Dave Russell Dorothy Lonas Athens St. Francis Hospital Minerva Calvert Alexander Township E. M. Stout Delta Sigma Epsilon Theora Bartholomew Ashtabula Grace Finley Coshocton Ruth Kimerline Miriam Kibler New Washington M. E. Twiss East Union Street Jesse Brown Eva Tippie Athens R. D. 6 C. C. Dahl Central Avenue Maggie Allman Nelsonville The Navy Bester Footwear Herb Lent Franklin Charles Leighty Pomeroy Middleport James Carmichael William Green East Gulf W. Va C. W. Harvey Isben Shade Ruth Leslie Bradfield Dortha Ann George Breese George Harry Abram Billy W. M. Treace North Court Street Frances Ward Sheltering Arms Hospital Mildred Leighty Dutch Ridge Ladies’ Aid Central Avenue M,. E Glouster Kiwanis Club A Williams Benny Iva Lunsford Dora Robinson Fern Willard Roberts Rexall 7 Pharmacy CO Phillips Milk Magnesia Palm Beach Newport Fifth Avenue Berta’e Narcissus P. O Marietta Coats Wedi Siena Cline Washington KER Pride DEAS
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