Life Saving Demos Planned in Nelsonville Area
H T Need of the American Red Cross visited Nelsonville area to review demonstrations. Captain Winkper organizes land and water life saving programs at senior high auditorium Y M C A and local grade buildings. Sessions for Junior A B and Midgets set in afternoon. officials praised for strong safety record with no drownings in five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Mar
H. T. Need
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Winkjer
Athens County
Buchtel
Winkper
Reed
Mills Proposes Minor Revisions for Athens City Building Plan
Architect William Mills of Nelsonville submits updated drawings for the Athens City building bond issue project. The plan adds a small front business room and refined offices while keeping a nine foot alley on each side and an east side jail. The opera house section seats 8560 with a larger stage and four exits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millis
West Virginia
Mills
B. Kern
Townsend
Athens
National Electric Advertising Company
Council
Howard Gutherie
City Health Board
Gutherie
East Side
William Mills
Hudson Addition
Emmett Keenan
Bardin Factory
Y M C A Banquet Honors State Secretary Rhodes
Secretary and Mrs. W. L. Hudson attended a Columbus banquet at Ft. Hayes hotel Monday evening in honor of State Secretary Rhodes who is leaving Ohio Y M C A work for another field. Mrs. J. M. Hyde also visited Columbus Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Hudson
Columbus
Ft. Hayes Hotel
Rhodes
Ohio
Nelsonville Scarlet and Gray Honor Team With Cake
After completing the basketball tournament at Ohio University, Mrs. Charles Klein presented a large cake to the Nelsonville Scarlet and Gray team. The players and coach gathered at the Campbell home on East Washington Street to share the cake, with plans for social events in the coming weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Mar
Ohio University
Charles Klein
Nelsonville Scarlet and Gray
Campbell
East Washington Street
Local telegraph operator appointment announced
Albert Barron of this city has accepted the position of telegraph operator at the local Western Union office, filling vacancy created by the resignation of C. L. Miller of Marietta who has been operator here for several months. Rn. W. Lawson is in Detroit on business. Miss Mary Goodspeed, Urbana Ohio teacher, visited relatives here over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Barron
Western Union
C. L. Miller
Marietta
Mary Goodspeed
Urbana
Ohio
Birthday Honored for Louise Lairson at Sunday Gathering
Miss Ruth Lairson hosted a Sunday evening event honoring her sister Louise. Attendees included Mr and Mrs A L Preston and son Clark of Chauncey Roy Starsmith Warren Ellinger Logan Miss Clara Stage Mr and Mrs A L Lairson and family plus Henry Stage of Columbus guest of his sisters Mrs A L Lairson and Clara Stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Lairson
Louise
A. L. Preston
Clark
Chauncey
Roy Starsmith
Warren Ellinger
Logan
Clara Stage
A. L. Lairson
Henry Stage
Columbus
Holiness church collects clothing for community aid
The Holiness church seeks clothing donations for the needy. Citizens with garments to contribute should contact Migsyg John Farrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holiness Church
Migsyg John Farrow
Legion Celebrates Sixth Birthday With Party
Nelsonville March 17 Commemorating the sixth birthday anniversary of the American Legion Glenford Dugan entertained at a birthday party Monday evening Members of the post and auxiliary and their families and numerous friends were in attendance The radio program broadcast from Cincinnati was enjoyed The huge birthday cake was secured by Fred Carpenter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Mar
American Legion
Glenford Dugan
Post and Auxiliary
Cincinnati
Fred Carpenter
Birthday Surprise Honors Mrs. Hall at Home
Fifty neighbors gathered Saturday night at Mrs. George Hall’s home to celebrate her birthday with a social event. She received many beautiful gifts and the occasion was described as a most enjoyable gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hall
Woman's Community Club Meet Promises Important Business
The Woman's Community club gathers this evening at seven with Mrs. W H Parks for important business. Mr and Mrs Isaac Claypool and two children of Carroll Ohio were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Frank Fillinger. Cavataugh injured left hand Monday at The Nelsonville Foundry and Machine Company where he works. Half vane musta Mar. 17. Les.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Community Club
W. H. Parks
Isaac Claypool
Carroll, Ohio
Frank Fillinger
Cavataugh
Nelsonville Foundry and Machine Company
Vane
Les
Surgical Aid After Amputation Of Fingers
Three fingers and the tip of a fourth were removed and treated by Drs. Cable and Hyde who provided surgical aid to the injured individual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cable
Hyde
Funeral for Mrs Isa Marcum Held at Stouts Chapel
Funeral services for 35 year old Mrs Isa Marcum were held Monday at 2 pm at Stouts chapel in Nelsonville. She resided at New Plymouth and died in a Columbus hospital. She leaves her husband a daughter and relatives. Burial followed at Greenlawn.
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Nelsonville
Mar
Stout's Chapel
Isa Marcum
Neverend Morrell
Nelsonville Retains City Nurse
Nelsonville officials report the Red Cross Health Committee has decided to retain the city nurse position amid ongoing community health efforts. Strong local support cited stability in public care and continuity of services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Mar
Red Cross
Health Com
City nursing project to continue amid weak finances
At a Monday meeting at the Red Cross office, city officials and civic clubs decided to continue funding the public health nurse program, with the state covering half and the city raising the rest. Ruth Masters resigns as city nurse effective April 1 after four years of service. state public health association expected to fill the vacancy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Butt
G. W. Lax
Red Cross
Ruth Masters
City Board of Health
Masters
CC. C. Butt
State Public Health Association
Buds of Promise Sunday class meets in Millfield
The Buds of Promise Sunday school class of Millfield Methodist Episcopal church led by Mrs. Leonard Simpson gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Ebon Gillespie home in Millfield on Saturday evening. A business session preceded a social hour of games music and light refreshments with attendees including Isabelle Brown Ethel Powell Esther Powell Geraldine Guerra Dorothy Males Pauline Tracy Dorothy Gillespie Kathryn Gillespie and the teacher.
Epworth League Holds Sunday Meeting at Millfield
A large crowd attended the Epworth League gathering at Millfield Methodist Episcopal Church with Miss Kathryn Gillespie as leader on The Risen Christ. Miss Ruth Howard led a strong discussion and Miss Dorothy Gillespie performed a vocal solo. A business meeting occurred Sunday morning and regular prayer meeting is set for Thursday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chauncey
Epworth League
Millfield Methodist Episcopal Church
Kathryn Gillespie
Christ
Ruth Howard
Dorothy Gillespie
The Plains Personal News Highlights
The Plains residents share Sunday visits as E. E. Houston and Mrs. Sylvia Cawthorne join Abner Phillips in Hocking. Edna Henderson visits Nelsonville, and families from The Plains host guests in Athens Vere Ridge and Albany. T. R. Robinett moves to Canton for work. Floyd Barker visits in Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Plains
E. E. Houston
Sylvia Cawthorne
Abner Phillips
Hocking
Edna Henderson
Nelsonville
Stevenson
Arthur Wilson
Arthur Coon
Athens
Ambrose Terrel
Mabel Rowan
Vere Ridge
M. O. Bryan
Hartley
Orley Shrieves
Vera Knowlton
Albany
W. C. Nichols
Mosier
Arl Gooseman
T. R. Robinett
Canton
Ohio
Floyd Barker
George Gabriel, Jr
Chauncey Chauncey Personal News From Local Families
Gloria Leone is named the new daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert White in Lexington avenue Chauncey. The baby is a granddaughter to Mr. and Mrs. George Sedgewick and to Mr. and Mrs. W O White. Mr. and Mrs. George Williamson returned from Middleport with Mrs. S P Tinklepaugh. Mrs. Tinklenaugh joined them and visited Mrs. Charles S Bradfield in East Converse street. Mrs. Huldah Lenningar returned to Chauncey living with her daughter Mrs. Tu W Sweazy. Miss Ruth Sweazy and Miss Wilma Palmer of Chauncey visited Logan with Mr. and Mrs. William Kellenbarger. Mr. and Mrs. John Carter and son John Jr of Bishopville and Henry Colley of Athens were guests of Clinton Courtney in High Earl. McAtee and Homer Ortman, in Columbus for work, spent Sunday at Homer’s home in Chauncey with Mrs. McAfee and daughter Ethel Earline who will visit the city. Elsie Worden returned to Chauncey after a visit in Columbus with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Settle and Mrs. John Downham remains in critical condition in East Converse street. John McGinley and family of New Straitsville spent the weekend in Chauncey with Mr. and Mrs. John McGinley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chauncey
Gloria Leone
Albert White
Lexington Avenue
George Sedgewick
W. O. White
Broadwell
George Williamson
Middleport
S. P. Tinklepaugh
Tinklenaugh
Charles S. Bradfield
East Converse Street
Huldah Lenningar
Tu. W. Sweazy
Main Street
New Straitsville
John McGinley
Ruth Sweazy
Wilma Palmer
Logan
William Kellenbarger
John Carter
John, Jr
Bishopville
Henry Colley
Athens
Clinton Courtney
High Street
Earl McAtee
Homer Ortman
Columbus
McAfee
Ethel Earline
Elsie Worden
Family notices and health update on local residents
Mrs. McGinley’s sister Mrs. L. L. Sweazy and family reside on Main street. Jack, son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Schrappe of Chauncey, who had been ill at their High street home, is reported greatly improved.
Legion opens new home in Athens on sixth birthday
Several hundred Athenians toured the K. T. Cros sen post American Legion home during a formal opening and sixth birthday reception. Women led interest, examining furnishings, kitchen, and the relic case while the French automatic rifle and smaller trophies drew much attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. T. Crossen Post
American Legion
King George to Sail for Convalescence in South of France
King George, recovering from bronchitis, held a private council today with Queen Mary. The pair are expected to depart before Sunday for the south of France to embark on a Mediterranean cruise to finish his recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
George
Mary
France
Water found on Grafton Farm site near Elyria
Backers of the plan to locate the state's new institution for the feeble minded at Grafton Farm near Elyria announced a likely water supply. Engineer Robert Wade reported water stood within two feet of the surface on the 1100 acre site, signaling an adequate supply for the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Grafton Farm
Elyria
Robert Wade
Tracy
Letting Children Hide Under Bed May Breed Burglars
A cautionary note warns that children who hide under beds can develop into burglars later in life. The passage emphasizes early behavior shaping and the risks of unsafe hiding habits.
Musterole Provides Quick Sore Throat Relief
A simple mustard-ointment salve claims fast relief for sore throat bronchitis and related pains. Musterole penetrates with a gentle tingle, loosens congestion and draws out soreness without blistering like old plaster. Available in 35¢ and 65c sizes for adults and children.
Drainage Assessment for Proposed Sewer Upgrade
The speaker states willingness to be assessed for drainage but notes the current sewer is not suitable. This highlights concerns about existing waste lines and the need for potential upgrades to manage drainage effectively.
Former Ohio prohibition chief J E Russell to face trial
In Columbus on March 17 United States Commissioner Wright ordered J E Russell of Sidney and Merle Copeland his former executive clerk to stand trial in the Northern Ohio Federal Court at Cleveland. The two are among eight named in a blanket indictment charging conspiracy to violate federal prohibition laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
United States
Wright
J. E. Russell
Sidney
Ohio
Merle Copeland
Russell
Cleveland
Boys Livestock Club Organized in Albany
March 17 with an active membership of thirty one a livestock club was formed for the coming season. Officers elected are Keith Zimmerman president John Coe secretary Maurice Hunter vice president Leonard Davies treasurer and Joe Farris news reporter. Members assigned pigs poultry beef calves and dairy calves with named participants for each category.
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Albany
Keith Zimmerman
John Coe
Maurice Hunter
Leonard Davies
Joe Farris
Nne
William Lindley
Reed Jeffers
Harley Saylor
Carroll Elliott
George Bolin
Orville Johnson
Emerson Wood
Morrison Hunter
Vern Collins
John Cline
Edward Green
Clarence McKnight
Edwin Green
William Cline
Wallace Gillogly
Chester Throckmorton
Walton Fagan
William Whaley
Howard Woodyard
Dwight Seiple
Harley Ross
Harry Parfitt
Andra Morris
Ortis Robinson
Raymond Cain
Vpaul Gillogiy
Harmless tablets claim to stop neuritis pain
An advertisement touts Kopa Neuritis Tablets as a safe effective homeopathic treatment. It says the tablets relieve pain and inflammation from neuritis in any location, are pleasant to take and harmless, priced at 1 dollar, available at MekKee Drug Co. and other druggists or by mail from Boericke Runyon Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MekKee Drug Co
Boericke & Runyon Co
Mars
San Francisco
McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Sell Thin Folks Hope
Tens of thousands of undernourished men and women are urged to try McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets. Claims include easy take, 5 pounds minimum gain in 30 days, 69 cents a box, and a money back guarantee if goals aren’t met. Noting a case of a 9 year old gaining 12 pounds in seven months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCoy
Cline
McKee Drug Company
McCoy's
Youth Arraigned on Ugly Charges in Glouster Case
Burke Wolfe of Glouster was arraigned before Magistrate P W Heiwig on two serious charges filed by Gertrude Stolze of Jacksonville. The complaints allege bastardy and that Wolfe supplied an illegal drug. A preliminary hearing is set for April 26. Wolfe is free on total bond of 1699 dollars, after being taken into custody by Glouster Marshal Williams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burke Wolfe
Glouster
P W. Heiwig
Gertrude Stolze
Jacksonville
Wolfe
Local Man Found Dead After Suicidal Threats
Cleveland police report Steven Kuhn, 46, who had warned for a decade he would end his life, was found dead last night hanging from a rafter in his attic. Friends said there was no clear motive beyond his repeated threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Steven Kuhn
Kuhn
Revival At Apostolic Faith Assembly Draws Large Crowds
Interest grows at the Apostolic Faith Assembly on Richland avenue Athens where evening revival services attract crowds. More than sixty cars line the lot and over 100 people are turned away each night as Rev. J A Rayt of Indianapolis leads the two week old meetings likely to continue longer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apostolic Faith Assembly
Richland Avenue
Athens
J. A. Rayt
Indianapolis
Aspirin Gargle for Tonsillitis Advice
A home remedy suggests dissolving two Bayer aspirin tablets in four tablespoonfuls of water to gargle the throat for tonsillitis. Repeat after two hours if needed. Use genuine Bayer tablets marked with the Bayer Cross, sold in tins of twelve for a few cents.
Ohio mine operators meet on wage talks with UMWA
Operators invited by Ohio miners discuss revising the February 1924 wage scale. Illinois absence delays talks as Ohio groups unite, noting common labor at 7.50 dollars per day and cutters on piecework earning above that amid nonunion mines paying 3.50 to 5 dollars. Notable attendees include A. A. Augustus and Michael Gallagher from Cleveland firms and Ezra Van Horn of Clarkson Coal Mining Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Illinois
United Mine Workers of America
Illinois Committee
A. A. Augustus
Cambridge Collieries Co
Cleveland
Michael Gallagher
M. A. Hanna Co
Ezra van Horn
Clarkson Coal Mining Co
Pittsburgh Vein Operators Association Members Named
The list includes 8S. H. Robbins of the Yougheigheny and Ohio Coal Cleveland and George Jones of Toledo, with ties to the Pittsburgh vein operators group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh Vein Operators’ Association of Ohio
H. Robbins
The
Yougheigheny and
Ohio Coal
Cleveland
George Jones
Toledo
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