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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1927
Page
3
Miss Ethel Walker public health nurse completed examinations of first grade pupils at Mast West and Central school buildings. Results will be posted on cards and sent to parents as soon as possible.
Joe Hardy of Nelsonville pleaded guilty to operating a motorcycle with a fictitious license when arraigned before Mayor L. J. Eberle. He was fined $10 and costs for using a license tag belonging to another person.
Mrs. Fred Raybould of Albany and Miss Agnes Raybould lead a group from Albany to New Straitsville for the funeral of George Price. Also joining were Mrs. Malcolm Raybould Ben Raybould Mrs. Ed C. Evans and daughter Catherine and Mrs. Elsie Uhrig of Nelsonville.
Twenty five members of the Rainbow class of the Christian Church attended a St Patrick's party hosted by Miss Wanda Walters. Assisting hostesses were Miss Mae Linton Lucille Fiske Marzella Webb and Mrs Leland Pierce. A two course luncheon featured green and white colors. Seven class members performed a minstrel show as the evening program feature.
Fifteen members responded to Toll call as the Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Effie Green. Mrs James Sharp and Mrs Dave Burnell assisted hostesses. Mrs Paul Rex conducted the services and presented papers.
An old health note advises drinking plenty of soft water and taking four ounces of Jad Salts before breakfast for two to three days to neutralize urinary acid irritation. It explains kidneys filter acid to the bladder causing burning feelings and frequent urination, and notes Jad Salts is inexpensive and widely used.
Mrs. Carl Coakley and Mrs. Henry Lancaster read aloud while Mrs. B. E. LeFever and Mrs. Lancaster sang "Mother Macree" during the event. Hostesses then served refreshments at the social hour.
Class No. 5 of the M. E. church will hold a candy and popcorn ball sale Saturday at 6 30 p m at the Maple Hill store.
The degree of Pocahontas met in the I. Q. O. F. hall for the first regular gathering in its new quarters on Wednesday evening. A well attended social hour and lunch followed. Future regular meetings will be on Wednesday nights.
Nelsonville lodge of Elks hosted a St Patrick’s party at their home on Hocking street. Only Elks and their ladies attended as rooms were adorned in green and white decorations.
Green and white favors were handed to guests who enjoyed a buffet luncheon. Musical numbers included Mother Mahree sung by Jack Raybould and Bridget O Flynn duet by Jack Raybould and Ed Rosser. Dr A L Pritchard gave the 11 o clock toast. Bridge and dancing followed with Mrs P B Verity high for ladies and Harry Kelly high for men.
Mrs C L and daughter Miss Harriett and Miss Elsie Hodgeman spent Thursday in Columbus. Mrs C A Stover also visited Columbus with her sister. Mrs Frank Burley and three children left for DeLorne West Virginia to join Mr Burley and establish a home. Mr and Mrs William Morgan were in Columbus. Mrs E W Cox has returned to Cambridge after a month with her daughter Mrs J W Stanley. Ralph Henry Joe Figgins and Merle Ogg were in Chillicothe today. Henry Verity visited his daughter Mrs C A Hooper in Athens.
March 18 report lists distant attendees for Howard McDonald of Lower Plains funeral. Lancaster and Dundas residents from Chesser, Barnes, McGee, Salts groups traveled to the service. Dorcas Aid at Seventh Day Adventist church held an all day meeting at the Green building with listed attendees.
The Rev H H Vian will preach at Millfield Christian church Sunday afternoon. Bible school is at 2 o clock and the preaching service follows at 3. A delegation from the First Christian church Christian Endeavor society plans to attend.
Chauncey residents John Leonard and Gabriel Coon return to The Plains from Wellston after attending the funeral of Mr. Coon’s nephew Dan Leonard.
Rev. Lucy B. Smith will speak on Law and the Gospel at the Church of God revival in Chauncey tonight. Her topic yesterday evening was Hiding Places.
Chauncey high school sophomores were entertained at a St Patrick's party hosted by Miss Pauline Daugherty at her parents home Mr and Mrs Charles A Daugherty. Music by piano victrola and radio, games, ice cream and cake served. Shamrocks given as favors. Twenty five attendees including faculty Mrs Pearl Henry Miss Ruth Fiske and others.
The Zenner Co introduces MELLO GLO, a Process Face Powder promising longer wear and reduced shine. Advert says this powder keeps skin colorful and different from similar products, urging readers to remember MELLO GLO.
Mrs Isaac Wilson and several Wilson relatives from this city went to Columbus Tuesday to spend the day. Burg Johnson also visited Columbus midweek, while Mrs Tena Swart stayed with Mrs Mabel Smith in Millfield and stopped in Chauncey. Gilford McGlone, employed in Portsmouth, spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs Cecil McGlone, at The Plains.
The review lauds Jose phine Kircher in the title role Lelawala for poise and soprano, cites John Alden’s strong portrayal of the Indian chieftain, and praises Jean Ratich's remarkable contralto as daughter of the English commandant. It also notes solid turns by Eva Nagle, Augusta Masten, and others, with engaging English soldiers and authentic Indian dances.
Athens county pastors and lay leaders will discuss reducing denominational competition and boosting church effectiveness at a conference on comity. The event at First Methodist Episcopal Church in Athens on Monday afternoon April 4 will feature Dr. Charles L. Zorbaugh directing and delivering the principal talk.
Miss Kantzer receives praise for directing a Ninety student Cadman Indian operetta Lelawala at Athens High School. The production featured authentic costumes and vivid staging with warriors English lords and a princess in a birch canoe. Kantzer balances teaching duties with Sigma Alpha Iota, glee club business, and orchestra work.
The ad touts Dave's Mentha Pepsin as the best remedy for stomach distress. It promises complete refunds if one bottle does not outperform any prior remedy and notes high local demand through druggists and the Cline Pharmacy Company.
In New Marshfield a Methodist Protestant pastor invites every county pastor to attend with two or three lay members. The gathering will commence at 1 30 a m with sessions likely to discuss church affairs and cooperation.
Six new recruits joined Company L, 166th Infantry, O. N. G., for a three year term. Reenlisted personnel Vercoe Murphy, Debert P. Carmichael, Joe O. Edleman, Carlos F. Bean, and Charles Burchfield also announced. Annual federal inspection set for March 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Armory with public invited. For enlistment, contact Captain Thearre W. Shafer or lieutenants Shafer, Dew, or Barnes.
News of the death of Margaret Miller Rickey of Bellefontaine, a former Ohio University student, was received by classmates. She died of heart disease yesterday afternoon at her Bellefontaine residence after leaving the university last semester per a physician’s orders. Miss Rickey was a member of Alpha Xi Delta.
A vintage ad touts Midol as a safe tablet giving relief from menstrual cramps within five to seven minutes. It claims no habit-forming drugs and stresses targeted action on menstruation organs, available in drug stores for 50 cents in a thin aluminum box.
In Glouster on March 18 church activities include the Church of Christ where last Sunday 16 baptisms and seven new confessions were reported. A special music program will be presented during the Sunday evening services.
Mrs Ida Ferguson and her son William traveled to Amsterdam on Friday after the death of Mrs Henry McAbier. Funeral services for Mrs McAbier will be held in Amsterdam Sunday.
A community forum in Glouster discusses the case for infant baptism on March 18. Participants explore church practice, scriptural basis, and implications for families and churches.
The advertisement promotes Ayer's Cherry Pectoral as hospital proven medicine for coughs colds and bronchitis claiming rapid relief and blood absorption. It asserts hospital clinics and leading physicians use it and promises safety for children and adults with a money saving offer on bottle sizes.
Sunday evening at seven the forum theme attracts many attendees with the forum services growing in popularity. March 18 notes indicate Mr Woodrutt and brother of Mrs Porter Dugan and Mrs James Price connected to local events. He coaches at OKeefe High Schools in Atlanta.
Mr and Mrs Ted Woodruff of Atlanta Georgia announce the birth of their daughter in Glouster. The event marks a new addition to the family with local interest in the community.
Mr and Mrs L L Robinett are spending the day in Columbus visiting local sights and enjoying a day away from home. They plan to return later tonight.
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