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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1923
Page
6
In Buchtel, Co., on Thursday night a large cross 12 to 14 feet tall was burned on a hill. The blaze lasted an hour with a final ball of fire at the top. A stranger with a Three Ks badge appeared weeks earlier, fueling rumors of Klan organizing 25 members in the area.
A citizen laments uneven law enforcement in Athens county arguing stricter application of laws would save tax funds. The piece questions why some areas ignore dog licensing and liquor laws while others are cited, urging law-abiding citizens and officers to uphold their oaths and enforce the statutes uniformly.
For the first time in history Argentine listeners heard a complete round by round description of the Firpo Brenann fight via Radio Central at Rocky Point Long Island. The Madison Square Garden ringside reports, transmitted Monday, reached South American homes within minutes despite the 6000 mile distance.
Judge Rutherford president of the J B A Brooklyn will deliver his lecture Restoration of Israel Millions now living will never die at 3 p m Sunday March 25 by radio He will speak in Hartman Theatre Columbus and arrangements have been made to broadcast this lecture through WRVA radio Columbus This station has often been picked up by Athens county radio fans and many of them will doubtless hear the lecture Sunday afternoon
A memorial note marks the fifth anniversary of John H Williams husband and father who entered rest on March 28 1918. The message asks friends not to call back the departed and promises reunion beyond life with lines about storms and the border land and our Father’s mansion. Wife and sons sign the tribute. Get acquainted with your vacuum tank.
An ad touts St Jacobs Oil as a fast remedy for lumbago backache sciatica and rheumatic pain claiming immediate relief after rubbing into the back. It emphasizes harmlessness and suggests asking a druggist for a trial bottle to regain mobility.
Billy James of Athens appeared before Mayor Gill Friday morning on a drunkenness charge. He pleaded guilty and was fined 15 dollars plus costs, paid. James was arrested Thursday on State street by Officers Maples and Price.
A home remedy claims to beat stubborn coughs quickly. Instructions say to mix one ounce Parmint double strength with sugar and hot water to make a half pint, producing a soothing remedy reputedly faster than store bought cures for catarro and nasal colds.
Athens officials led by Mayor Gill and Police Chief Parker warned chicken owners Friday to keep fowls in pens and out of neighbors yards, gardens, and flower beds. Noncompliance risks arrest and fines starting at $5, with penalties doubling on further complaints. a notification list is being kept.
The Dover Township Rural School District Athens County Ohio to hold a special election on April 24 1923 to decide levies for bonds to build and equip a joint high school and for non fireproof schoolhouses. Also notices bids for a smoke stack and foundations at Ohio University Athens Ohio due April 14 1922 with plans by the State Architect.
Stewart Wallace Hatch and Charlies Townsend visited Coolville and Rome Lowman also visited, while Lewis Meeks was taken to Parkersburg hospital for appendicitis and is improving. Frank Burke and Grace hosted in town. preaching at M E church at 10 30 Sunday. Arnold Lomas moves back to Tedrow farm to work for Tedrow. Regular services held at A C church. Literary society postponed to next Friday. McArthur High beat Stewart High 21 to 11. Rome township Agriculture club banquet March 14 in Smith Hughes room. toastmaster Mr Root named speakers including Mr Peavey O O Bryson KF H Sands R W Hayes A A Campbell G A Newman. girls barred from party, but will have turn next.
A forged treaty between Germany and Russia claiming a joint war on Poland circulates in the Rhineland. In Ohio, Athens County issues two bond offerings for school districts, detailing sale terms, denominations, maturities, bids, and required guarantees.
The advertisement describes a pattern for blouses in figures silk and satin with crepe georgette or pen material options. It lists seven sizes from 34 to 46 inches bust, and material requirements. The pattern costs 12 cents and is mailed on receipt of stamps.
An old health note promotes Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo as gentle and grease free. It warns against harsh alkali in soaps, explains mixing method with warm water, and claims the lather cleanses scalp dust and oil while leaving hair soft and easy to manage. It notes the product is cheap and widely available.
A veteran physician recalls 47 years of medical practice and endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild, safe, widely used family laxative. He contrasts it with harsh calomel and modern drastic measures, praising its pleasant taste, lack of griping, and suitability for all ages.
Mrs H S Kittle underwent an appendicitis operation at Grant hospital Columbus Thursday at 11 am. The operation was successful. she is improving and her husband plans to return home Saturday evening. A mix of local notices follows, including mine production, Mooseheart Legion meeting, and several visits. Legal notice from Athens County involves estate sale to pay debts with date deadlines.
Sealed bids are invited by the Director of Public Service Athens Ohio for 1500 feet of 4 inch Class B Bell and Spigot cast iron water pipe per plans on file. Bid bonds of 150 dollars required with full names of bidders. Bid opening at twelve oclock noon Saturday March 14 1923.
Carpenter O. notes Sheep Day on March 31 at the Southeastern test farm aligned with beef cattle wine wheat days. The farm, with 600 head of sheep, uses the last week of March as the regular shearing date and includes a wool grading demonstration on the program.
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