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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1927
Page
3
Nelsonville Rotary members hosted a boys night at the Y M C A with the boys as guests. The event featured the boys work committee led by Walter Wolf Lloyd Evans and Ralph Parks. Each boy filled a card questionnaire listing his name age intended profession and ideal man.
Robert McCue 66 of near Coonville collapsed from a heart attack while walking with a companion on Tuesday afternoon about 4 30. He died instantly and funeral services are set for Thursday at 1 30 pm at Asbury church with burial in Asbury Cemetery. He is survived by his widow.
In Nelsonville on March 16 Mr and Mrs Clarence Jack announced the birth of a ten pound daughter named Mary Harriett born Tuesday at their home. A son weighing seven and a half pounds was born Monday to Mr and Mrs Albert Howard on Oak Street.
The Circulus Romanus of Nelsonville high school accepted an invitation to the Eta Sigma Phis of Ohio University in Athens for an event on Thursday March 24. A program of plays talks and music will be prepared by the Patricians the club’s advanced members. Last year the Athens group visited Nelsonville with a varied program.
Eighteen Valley lodge No. 169 Knights of Pythias members will receive life membership certificates at tonight's meeting. Recipients must be at least seventy and have thirty years of continuous service. The Rev IK Morrell will give the presentation speech. the esquire rank will be conferred and refreshments served afterward.
Nelsonville on Friday evening hosts two YMCA basketball games starting at 7 30. The Lancaster girls alumni face the local YMCA girls, followed by a boys contest between Athens and Nelsonville YMCA teams.
Mrs Charles Wilkinson and Mrs Jed Hitchings planned a surprise Monday night for Mrs Emma Edwards birthday anniversary. A social evening was enjoyed and many gifts were given. Refreshments were served to a long list of attendees including Mrs Green Cora Wilkinson Tessa Mitchell Nellie Dolman Goldie Hardy Ruth Hitchings and others.
The Rainbow class of the Christian church hosts a St Patrick s party Thursday evening at the home of Miss Wanda Walters on Poplar Street.
The Eagles and the Red Men announce a benefit ball at the Red Men’s hall on Thursday evening March 17. Proceeds go to support local causes and community programs.
Mrs James Bland hosted a Monday afternoon birthday party for her daughter Margaret aged eight. Twenty three guests enjoyed games contests and a birthday cake with eight candles.
Mrs. Charles Hanning hosted Mizpah class members at her home Tuesday evening with Mrs. A. L. Barker teaching. Dinner for sixteen and one guest, Mrs. James Beard, followed a business session. A social period featured contests and readings.
Fourteen members of the Elizabet h Evans circle of the Presbyterian church had supper then rode a 5 o'clock street car to Doanville Tuesday to visit Miss Irene McDowell a social service worker. Patronesses Mrs FE Balcomb and Mrs Lloyd Evans accompanied them returning at 8 with an enjoyable evening reported.
The Esther class of the Christian church invites attendees to a regular soup dinner at the church Thursday at noon. Proceeds support church programs.
Mrs George Hook entertained at a 12 o'clock dinner Tuesday with guests Mrs James Ellis Mrs Frank Cook and son Harley Floodwood making up the company.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Potts hosted guests Sunday including Mr and Mrs Charles Potts and Mr and Mrs Charles Mason of Logan. Mrs C G Kreppel and daughter Corinne visited Columbus Tuesday. Don McLaughlin spent a few days in Columbus. Misses Helen and Lucille Verity and Mrs Joe Verity stayed with Mrs C A Hooper in Athens Tuesday.
Funeral services for Mrs Constance Graham Pickens wife of C Lee Pickens were held at the Columbia avenue home with Rev C M Coulter of the First Methodist church presiding. The church quartet sang Royal Ages and Nearer My God To Thee. Burial followed in West Union street cemetery. She was a graduate of Athens high school and taught two years after two years at Ohio University. Distanced mourners included Mr and Mrs Charles Graham Cleveland and others from Columbus Wil liamstown Salem Stanleyville and more.
District nurses report two children and one adult with impaired eyesight were referred to hospitals and medical care in Cincinnati and Columbus. Miss Alma Turkoff of the State Commission for the Blind visited Athens County seeking employment and medical aid for an Athens County man and to arrange care for two children with serious eyesight defects, one of whom is school aged.
Senator James A. Reed of Missouri said he summoned the primary fund investigating committee to meet in Washington on Saturday to proceed with the Pennsylvania inquiry.
After four days of inquiry police identify the apparent body as Miss Emma Potter, 49, former beauty parlor proprietress of Toledo, found in a bathtub at a fashionable Detroit hotel.
March 16 United States legation in Beijing considered protesting to Chinese authorities over a firing incident. Officials reviewed the case and contemplated formal diplomatic action pending fuller details.
The inquiry into the shots fired at the U S Destroyer Preble near Wuhu identifies the faction of troops involved in the incident. The report specifies the party responsible within the broader military actions in the region.
N E O Neil and a Decatur township delegation appeared before county commissioners to petition for improving 10 miles of the Coolville to Cutler road. They request grading and gravel coating with petition and bond filed for normal processing.
Ohio University votes to shift control of campus publications away from the Green and White board and the Press club to the campus affairs committee. The plan funds the O Book via the Mens Union and Women's League, limits editor appointments to juniors, and forms an advisory group. Applications due April 21 with selections May 5.
Marguerite Wick president of the Women's League outlined a weekend of events for Mothers Day at Ohio University. Activities include a girls skit show at the Majestic on March 25 26 an athletic event Friday afternoon a 2 pm car tour Saturday a 3 pm one act play in Ewing hall auditorium a 3 30 pm reception at the women's gym and a dormitory dinner Saturday night with church services Sunday. Also announced was a senior class meeting and an intercollegiate debate March 21 in Ewing hall. A lantern slide lecture and a violin duet completed convocation.
Edward B Clarke 88 pioneer Athens real estate and railroad man died at 26 South College street at 2 40 yesterday afternoon. He served as freight and passenger agent for the Hocking Valley railroad more than forty years ago and held other railroad posts. He later engaged in real estate here, laid out additions and built many homes. Born August 27 1838 near Marietta, he married Alma C Ghormley at Chillicothe May 2 1867. He leaves one son Frank W Clark of San Antonio and two grandchildren. Burial at Grand View cemetery Chillicothe. funeral details to follow. Dr C W Super to deliver memorial.
United States Marines recovered a Standard Oil barge at Shanghai after it had been commandeered by Chinese soldiers. No shots were fired during the operation, and the barge was restored to its lawful status.
A brief notice highlights how careful reading of classified offers helps readers avoid scams and spot bargains. It emphasizes diligence, urging readers to verify terms and compare options before purchasing.
James Jefferson Henry 65, retired farmer, died at 2:30 this morning from arteriosclerosis. Funeral services from 149 East State Street residence, Rev. A Y Wilcox presiding. Born in Canaan township, last resided Albany then Athens nine years ago. Survived by widow, sisters Mrs Frank Matheny of Alexander and Mrs Williams Andrews of Athens, and brother George Henry of Memphis. Friends may call at home.
The jury failed to reach a verdict in the case of Carl Stover, a minor, suing Fred Hoskins for 10500 for injuries from a July 29 automobile crash on Athens Plains road near Barker filling station. Stover’s leg was badly crushed requiring amputation. he claims hospitalization costs of 211.50 and says he cannot work. Judge citation not provided.
William Taylor of Taylor Ridge suffered back strain after slate fell at the Jewett mine on Bailey Run. He was brought to Sheltering Arms hospital at 3 15 pm yesterday by Walburn ambulance. physicians deem injuries not serious.
A note states he experienced eye trouble that caused illness and he was brought to his home in Canaanville.
Funeral services for John Wesley Thompson, 69, were conducted at his Lower Plains residence at 2 pm. Burial followed in West Union street cemetery. He died at 12:30 am Monday from pneumonia, leaving four children Guy of Athens, Ray and Ernest at home, Maude Ginn of Pomeroy, and a granddaughter. his wife and a son have died earlier.
William Glass justice of the peace of Dover township faced removal petitions signed by 179 residents from Chauncey and Circle Hill. In Common Pleas court Judge L G Worstell dismissed the case for want of prosecution after Glass pleaded guilty to possessing intoxicating liquor and intoxication with fines of 300 and 25 dollars respectively. The hearing was set today but no one prosecuted the charge.
In May May, near Managua, conservatives and liberals clashed with heavy losses on both sides. Liberals were defeated, though the outcome was not decisive. Two American aviators flying for the conservative side reportedly participated in the battle.
Chauncey March 16 Mrs Lydia Calhoun living with Mr and Mrs R A West in Hocking was taken to White Cross hospital Columbus after a cat scratched her right hand finger. Infection spread to hand and arm prompting hospital transfer advised by Dr L D Neilson The Plains. Family and friends arrived to support as she slowly improves and her sister Mrs Radcliff and nephew Bryan Radcliff were visiting. An accident doubtless involved a child darting into the road before a vehicle.
Misinfo from Chauncey report leads to clarification about a 3-year-old boy from Logan visiting the Fultons in Millfield. He was seriously bruised about the head and body but is not named beyond his parents Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Bower.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist Episcopal church for Mrs Maggie Stalder Bell 83 whose body was brought from Amanda Ohio where she died Sunday after a lingering illness.
The Rev Myers of Evangelical church in Amanda conducted the service with three hymns by the Chauncey quartet. Burial followed in Nye cemetery. Mrs Bell, last of the Stalder pioneers, sister to B F B E and CC D Stalder, is survived by husband John Bell and several stepchildren including Homer Bell.
Mrs Ella Gregory of Anthony Kansas after forty five years visits old friends and relatives in Haydenville Nelsonville and Hamley Run. She has stayed with Mr and Mrs A L Preston in this city during the visit.
The Church of God revival in Chauncey features Rev. Lucy B. Smith as she presents two sermons this week. On Tuesday she spoke on Will There Be a Millenium, and this evening she will address The Necessity of Hell.
A famed physician endorses Thoxine as a direct cause treatment for children's sore throats, avoiding iron or narcotics. Relief claimed in 15 minutes with safe taste. money back if not helped. Prices 35c 60c and $1.00 at druggists.
Seventeen mines were active in the Chauncey vicinity yesterday led by New York Coal Company mine No 25 and Poston Consolidated Coal Company No 6. Also operating were Millfield No 119 Sugar Creek White Ash and Jewett mines on Bailey Run. Nineteen mines were planned for work today.
Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Shields entertained guests on Saturday and Sunday at their Mill street home. Attendees included Mrs. John Smith and sons Junior and Clifford of Logan, Mr. and Mrs. Frank E. Sweeney and Mrs. Gandy of Akron, and Mr. and Mrs. John Ator and Mrs. Russell of Athens. Mrs. L. D. Shields has been seriously ill for weeks but is now able to be out.
Mr and Mrs West hosted a social gathering at their Hocking home with邀请 guests and light refreshments, details read in society column.
The text lists guests last Sunday including Mr. , Mrs. Henry Hennessy of the port and Miss Frances West of Pomeroy, detailing attendees from the community social event.
Mrs Edward Minister and family return from visits to Zry Pa and Pittsburgh. Mr and Mrs Charles and Mr and Mrs Georgelas son and daughter Jo Ann travel home after three days with relatives in Columbus. Mrs Sarah Stalder and Mrs Aga Shafer attend funeral of Maggie Bell in this city. George Gabri family and Noah Sommers attend aunt Maggie Bell funeral. Med Springer moves to Hoodlet property then Robinson property on Cow Street. Miss Ruth Ogg hosts guest in Trimble with Miss Helen Miner.
A noted skin specialist touts Sulphur as the sole germ destroying remedy for unsightly eruptions and rashes. Apply Mentho Sulphur to begin healing by the next day, with Rowles M Sulphur available from any good druggist to combat fiery itching eczema and similar troubles.
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