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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1920

Page

6

Interchurch World Movement Organizes Athens County Committee

A meeting at the First Methodist Church in Athens organized the county committee to lead the Interchurch World Movement. The list includes Rev. Abbott Y. Wilcox as chairman and Prof. Thomas N. Hoover as campaign director, with leaders from Athens Nelsonville Chauncey Guysville Glouster and other towns. Over fifty students volunteered for Christian work following the Life Service Conferences at Ohio University. A county mass meeting is planned for April at the Athens Christian Church to detail plans and funding.

First Methodist Church Athens County Interchurch World Movement Abbott Y. Wilcox D. D Athens K. Mardis Frederick Treadley Fred W. Kilman C. L. Johnson Nelsonville Charles Cutler Sharp Wm. Gernheimer M. E. Snyder W. Ahlbrand Thomas N. Hoover James A. Miller L. Strecker E. D. Mu E. D. Murch Athens City Interchurch County

Eclipse on Moon Chicago

A. R. Moon snatched a purse from Dorothy Simmons after a show in Chicago. Police report Moon is now in custody as the incident is investigated.

Eclipse Chicago A. R. Moon Dorothy Simmons Total Eclipse

Married Man in Divorce Trial Accuses Doctor of Alienation

Mary Ryerson testified in Marietta on March 20 that Harry Allen used penny tossing to win kisses from Nora Mahan while Allen and the girl were alone with a male friend in the Bever ly home. Ryerson said Allen dismissed the flip and urged kissing if they would not turn right.

Marietta Harry Allen Mary Ryerson Harry H. Funk Nora Mahan Allen Nora

Community notices from New Marshfield area

New Marshfield residents and relatives are visiting, traveling, and attending events. Guests include Mrs. Frank Hamilton of Athens, Mrs. Floyd Beverage, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Tom and child, Miss Madge Baughman, Charles Burts store staff, and Carl Smiths returning from Dyesville. Funeral services were held for Cyrus McKibben Jr. with Mineral crowd in attendance.

Frank Hamilton Athens Floyd Beverage Alva Tom Little David Six Madge Baughman Charles Burts Carl Smith Dyesville Turner A. W. Chaffin Will Chaffin Guyaville Mineral Nellie W. Six Zaleski Abbie Shry Cyrus McKibben Jr Clarence McNeal Rev. Moore of Hope Fred McLeod Sam Scott Cyrus McKibben

Inventive Camp Stove Folds Like Umbrella

Two Washington men have invented a compact camp stove that folds similarly to an umbrella and is highly portable for outdoor use. The device aims to ease cooking on hikes, picnics, and camping trips, offering quick setup and light weight.

Washington

Invention of Wire Clip to Hold Brush Handle

A wire clip invention keeps the brush handle out of paint by attaching to the can rim. It preserves cleanliness and prevents dripping, providing a simple tool for painters to avoid messy spills during use.

Night and Day in the Wool Shed Adventure

In a farmyard tale Daisy reports Night and Day slip from the wool shed and help themselves to a lamb's breakfast. The old sheep adopts them, but Night's mischief later leads Wooly Ball’s tail to touch a fire near a bonfire, burning her tail before water extinguishes the blaze.

Daisy Windlass Night

Rose Green seeks “full life” in New York from Hammonds Corners

In Hammonds Corners Agatha Pardoe discusses Rose Green, half niece of Mrs. Pardoe, who aspires to go to New York for a life with several suitors. The conversation questions Rose’s sincerity and safety, suggesting Rose may seek introductions and positions while her reputation is scrutinized.

Mrs. Pardoe Rose Madonna Hammonds Corners New York Agatha Pardoe Rose Green

A Joyful Reunion in Aunt Cecilia’s Tearoom

A narrator recounts a hotel tearoom meeting with Aunt Cecilia and her old lover Jeffry Davenport arriving from India. The scene includes a glamorous reunion, plans for two weddings, and the narrator’s mixed feelings as Europe trips and marriage loom.

Cecilia Jack Europe Aunt Cecilia Jeffry Cecile Jeffry Davenport India

Sloan's Liniment Provides Fast Relief for Aches

Old time remedy Sloan's Liniment eases rheumatic twinges stiff joints backache neuralgia and weather related pains. Apply with no rubbing to soothe skin pores and avoid mess. Available in three sizes 35c 70c and 1.40 at druggists.

Sloan Mandy

Troubles of a Merchant lecture in Athens

The three reed feature film Troubles of a Merchant and How to Stop them will debut in Athens at the Methodist Church on March 24 at 8 o'clock. W H Farley will lecture with slides and motion pictures on retail failures and modern storekeeping, including newspaper advertising. Admission is free.

Three Reed Athens Chamber of Commerce National Cash Register Company Dayton Ohio W. H. Farley

Jury Deliberations Continue In Newberry Election Fraud Trial

A Grand Rapids jury in the Newberry election fraud case spent eight hours over two days trying to reach a verdict. Jurors recessed after a long session and resumed overnight, with defendants' hopes for full acquittal fading as they pass time at hotels playing cards.

O'Sullivan United Press Grand. Rapids Mich Newberry

Boost the Martzolff Class Encourages Largest Women’s Class

Members of Mart zolff class No. 16 are urged to attend on Sunday March 21. Each member should recruit at least one unaffiliated woman to join the class for a strong lesson, solos, and music by the high school orchestra. Artesian well drillers in Argentina found a rich copper deposit previously unknown.

Martzolff Argentina

Athens Opens New Office of Investments in Cline Building

An investment office in the Cline Building serves Athens and Southeast Ohio. It handles carefully vetted propositions with top payers, offers both preferred and common stocks, and lists coal rubber oil gas and mortgage stocks. It connects with eastern and central brokers and endorses Knox Tire and Rubber Co. common and preferred Columbus Guarantee Mortgage 8 percent and Stark and Ohio Mining Co. 20 to 30 percent common. Information free.

Cline Athens Ohio Knox Tire and Rubber Co Columbus Guarantee Mortgage Stark and Ohio Mining Co

Local Visits And Travels Mentioned In Akron Observer

Beebe Mr Ward McClain, visiting his sister Mrs John Frost, has returned to Akron where he is employed. Mr Ralph Shaw toured Athens on business Friday. Mrs John Johnson and granddaughter Thelma Moore visited Mrs Maggie Grubb last week. Mr and Mrs Howard Johnson visited friends in Tuppers Plains Saturday evening.

Ward McClain John Frost Akron Ralph Shaw Athens John Johnson Thelma Moore Maggie Grubb Howard Johnson Tuppers Plains

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