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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1927
Page
2
H C Ramsower director of agricultural extension in Ohio will speak at Forest Run church in Sutton township at 7 39 p m. He was to attend the Farm Bureau annual meeting but arranged to present his lecture Some Lessons From the English and Danish Farmer with lantern slides from his own photographs.
The fourth of five entertainments on the Middleport course will be held this evening at the Masonic hall. The program includes instrumental, vocal and reading numbers.
Pomeroy reports the arrival of spring in Meigs County with blooming daffodils and leafing trees. The ground is thawed and warm with moist soil, contrasting last year’s cold snow cover and heavy winter coats. Planters will work the green fields earlier, planting potatoes in a thawed ground.
The divorce suit of Ernest Keebaugh Seer Barbara Keebaugh was heard by Judge A P Miller. The couple married June 24 1907 and were residents of Orange township. The plaintiff accuses the defendant of infidelity.
Matilda Bratton sues Eli Bratton for divorce alleging three years of nonsupport. Couple married September 8, 1911 in McArthur. no children. She seeks restoration of maiden name Matilda Lyons and return of real estate.
Pomeroy March 16 Ralston Russell former editor of the Pomeroy Daily News has assumed duties in his brother A D Russell law office during the latter’s illness. Russell now in practice since years ago he aided his brother and appeared in court for Katherine Van Voorst seeking a divorce from Henry Van Voorst.
March 16 report from C N Wagner Mejes ty county superintendent states schools will close April 22 except those that operated briefly in winter. Some campuses will reopen after a short layoff once required days are completed. R Milbourne Charleston notes week end remarks.
Mrs A W McKay of Middleport hosted a Guild meeting at North Third street. Hostesses were Mrs Hollis Scott Mrs Hubert Mace Mrs Henry Hennessy and Mrs Jack Morgan. Plans discussed include a market at the Grogan meat shop on April 2 a May play titled The Rummage Sale and a rummage sale.
Helen Smith of Middleport hosted Standard Bearers members at her Mill Street residence on Tuesday evening for a social gathering.
Mrs Otto Larrick of Middleport entertained members of her 500 club at her Main street home this afternoon.
Members of the Delphian society in Middleport gathered Monday evening at Hotel Allen with Mrs Edward French leading the discussion on Early English Drama.
Members of the loyal Bereans of the Middleport Church of Christ gathered Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Freda Reed on Rutland Street for a church meeting.
Mrs Augusta Gilmore of Wolf Pen hosted a Sunday dinner for guests Mr and Mrs Clifford Ervin and Mr and Mrs Roy Lansbury of Middleport.
Members of the Win-More class of the M E church in Middleport plan a Friday evening meeting at the home of Mrs Ward Osborne on Second Street.
Mrs. Foster Reed of Middleport hosted a party on Fourth street Tuesday to celebrate her son Charlies fourth birthday with family and friends in attendance.
Mrs. E. H. Morris motored to Wolfe Pen to visit sister Mrs. C. M. Vining for several days. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Miller left for a visit in Washington and New York. Mrs. Wilson Norris returned home in Athens after illness with her partner P. L. Peoples. Fork proving rapidly. Mees and daughter Sen and Athens yesterday.
Mrs. C. M. Hennessy and Mrs. Will Davis left Monday for Columbus for the D A R convention. Mrs. Wilce Whittington returned to Columbus after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mankin and family. Several couples spent Monday evening in Gallipolis visiting ill Mrs. Oscar Mossman at Holzer hospital. Others traveled to Jackson, Athens, Montgomery, and Washington to visit friends, arrange work, or assist with local projects.
An old advertisement extols Hill's cold remedy as preventing colds with daily use and claims it ends fevers, tones the body, and speeds recovery within 24 hours. It asserts four major scientific aids and notes the product was valued at one million dollars by its owners.
J. T. Brandon of Charleston visited friends Tuesday. Mrs. William Watson is ill at Secor Street home. Mrs. J. A. Meadows returns to Huntington after visiting relatives. A trip to New York for business is planned. Mrs. R. P. Mouser leaves for Fountain City Tennessee after visiting her uncle BE. A. Creiger. Mrs. H. S. McClure is ill on Seventh Street. Mrs. Harry Kent and family visit Columbus relatives. Mr. and Mrs. George Grindly and Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Kent go to Jackson to visit relatives. Warren Pickens spends Monday in Parkersburg with friends. R. E. McKay and Laura McKay of Portland visit here with relatives.
Funeral services were held at the Liberty Hill church for Mrs. Mary Triplett 96 who died Sunday night at her son George Triplett’s home near Mountville. She was the widow of James Triplett and will be mourned by two sons J. L. Triplett and George Triplett plus grandsons H Jones and Ernest Jones. Mrs. Triplett traced to Mercer county Pennsylvania before settling in Ames and Homer townships Morgan county Ohio.
Mrs. John Heiser of Redtown underwent an operation for tumor removal Monday afternoon at Grant hospital in Columbus. She is reported to be doing nicely, according to Mrs. William Heiser of Jacksonville who accompanied her to the hospital.
An article touts Midol as a harmless non narcotic tablet that relieves menstrual pain in five to seven minutes and lasts over twelve hours. It emphasizes safety and affordability with a 50 cent price and portable aluminum packaging.
Glouster Lodge No. 607 F and A M meets tonight to confer the Fellowcraft degree. Two candidates will receive the degree.
Glouster March 16. Gross receipts from Cheer Up the Kiwanis club musical revue at the opera house Monday and Tuesday nights are estimated between 950 and 1000 dollars. The club's share will go entirely to underprivileged children in the community.
Walter Johnson, recovering from a fractured ankle, says the Philadelphia Athletics will present the hardest test to the Washington Senators in the American League championship races. He notes Ty Cobb's fighting spirit will help make the Mackmen a strong club.
Adelphi reports the funeral for Mrs Adella Redfern will be held Wednesday afternoon following her death Saturday after a prolonged tuberculosis illness. She was wife of Frank Redfern a noted Hocking county attorney. Born near South Perry she endured the loss of her son Wayne to the same disease and another son Paul died years ago. She left behind her husband two daughters and other relatives.
March 16 annual inspection of Logan lodge of Elks was held with James Cooper Newark district deputy inspecting. He delivered an address on order principles in his first district-deputy inspection. More than fifty members attended. lunch followed.
Logan March 16 The Hocking County United Brethren church rally gathers at Logan United Brethren Church with services at 9 30 1 30 and 7 00. Speakers include Dr J H Harris Bishop Clippinger and Ray M Johnson. Delegations from area churches expected. Music features from Enterprise orchestra Logan YP choir and others. Clippinger to discuss World Wide Religious Movement with insights from Orient mission fields.
Mrs Sherman T Lyke hosted a birthday dinner at her home with family and friends in attendance to celebrate the occasion.
A promotional note claims Ely's Cream Balm clears head air passages, relieves nasal congestion, and stops dullness and headaches. It advises a small application in the nostrils to soothe swollen mucous membranes and provide instant relief from cold symptoms.
A home on Warner avenue hosted a Monday evening gathering honoring her husband and Miss Geraldine Ellinger deputy county recorder. Mr Lyke anniversary was Tuesday and Miss Ellinger Saturday. Immediate family and John Williams Westerville attended as guests.
Mrs. H. V. Thrush hosted the Friendship Sewing circle at her North Mulberry Street home. After a brief business session the evening included social time with a bee contest and a clothespin contest for amusement.
The event concluded with Mrs. Tom Hunter and Mrs. Francis Toole among the winners. Hostess duties were shared by Mrs. Vance Webb, Mrs. Mary Loomis, and Grace Kilpatrick who also served a luncheon.
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