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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1926

Page

3

Nelsonville Banquet Honors Local High School Teams

About 200 people attend a community banquet at the M E church praising Nelsonville high school boys basketball and football teams and the girls basketball squad. Awards include silver trophies for football and gold basketball trophies, with remarks from Rev Lloyd Evans and Ohio Wesleyan University speaker Iman O Scribner on character beyond athletics.

Nelsonville Nelsonville High School M. E Kiwanis Club Wesleyan Lloyd Evans Iman O. Scribner Ohio West An University Scribner Cnp Supt O. O. Crawford Schol Riintendent Crawford Gertrude Bliss Elizabeth Carr Frances Gorsuch Lila Chapman Ruth Eberle Marguerite Nelson Louise Ray Esther Ervin Hazel Adams

Captain elect cleared for two semesters next year

The announcement of the captain elect being eligible for two full semesters next year drew enthusiasm. Brief remarks were given by Harry McGovern Kiwanis club president Captain Campbell and captains elect Harry West and Meade Whyte during the evening.

Harry McGovern Kiwanis Club Campbell Harry West Meade Whyte

Community Club To Meet Nelsonville

The Woman's Community club will hold a meeting Thursday evening at 7 with Mrs. Martin Ohlinger of Chestnut Street. A good attendance is desired.

Nelsonville Woman's Community Club Martin Ohlinger Chestnut Street

Rotary Club Inter-City Meet Tonight

Nelsonville Rotary Club travels to Logan this evening to join an inter-city meet with Athens and Logan clubs featuring regional fellowship and competition.

Logan Nelsonville Athens

Nelsonville Couple Married in Springfield Home Wedding

Miss Laura Scott of Springfield and Clarence Wood formerly of Nelsonville were wed Saturday at the bride's home. They will reside in Columbus. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wood of Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Laura Scott Springfield Clarence Wood Columbus William Wood

Columbus Visitors and Local Social Roundup

Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Rhoads and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Bell of Columbus were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. T. Rhoads. Alfred Richardson is spending days in Rockford on business. Misses Helen Lucille Esther and Beth Verity were in Columbus Wednesday. Mrs. A. S. Bethel of Athens visited her sister Mrs. L. T. Rhoads. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Shaffstall of Columbus returned home after visiting his parents. L. T. Rhoads attended the Follies in Columbus Saturday.

T. M. Rhoads J. C. Bell Columbus L. T. Rhoads Alfred Richardson Rockford Illinois Helen Lucille Esther Beth Verity A. S. Bethel Athens Ben Shaffstall

School Masters to Meet Friday in Nelsonville

The School Masters club of southeastern Ohio will meet in Nelsonville Friday evening with a 6 30 dinner served by the Methodist church women in the church dining rooms. Dr E B

Nelsonville Southeastern Ohio The Methodist Church E. B

Ohio university figure to address city teachers

Bryan of Ohio University will address the association. About 150 school men are expected. At 3:30 Friday afternoon Doctor Bryan will speak to the teachers of the city schools at the Senior high auditorium. The public is invited.

Pomeroy Rathburn Rutland Rathburn Bank Leading Creek

Aged Civil War veteran Joseph Ruscoe dies in Nelsonville

Joseph Ruscoe 81 died at his Walnut street home after a seven week illness. A lifelong Nelsonville resident and Civil War veteran, he belonged to Phil Kearney post G A R. He leaves a wife and six children Mrs Will Arnold of Columbus Mrs Elizabeth Chester Mrs Amos Rignor and three sons John Joe and Ira Ruscoe all of Nelsonville. Funeral plans were not yet set.

Nelsonville Joseph Ruscoe Walnut Street Phil Kearney John, Joe Ira Ruscoe

Athens Futures to Play Y Team on Y M C A Floor

The Athens Futures, a group of high school basketball stars, will face the Y team on the YMCA floor in Nelsonville on Thursday evening March 25. Both lineups mirror those from the recent season with players including the Carmichaels Morgan Williams Murphy and Brown for Athens and Campbell Howell Hudson Bowers and Raybould for the Y. The game begins at 8 26 showing strong local interest. A 7 30 prelim game features a lower Plains team versus the Y intermediates.

Cecil Shafer Marry Kelly Boosters Edwin Stoltz al Campbell Arry West Charles Cook Robert Klinger Blake Mechem Edward Foeiland Jack Whyte Chapman Woodson Leo Voigt Willis Wolfe Ralph Fleck Edward Boss Paul Figgins Otho Shaw Campbell Meade Whyte Paul Hudson Wendell Howell James Bowers Harry West Crawford Nelsonville Athens Carmichaels Morgan Williams Murphy Brown Howell Hudson Bowers Raybould Lower Plains

Moose Meeting Planned by Loyal Order in Nelsonville

Nelsonville March 24 The Loyal Order of Moose plans a meeting Friday evening March 26 with many adjoining lodges expected to be represented. Glouster degree staff will confer the work. Moose home scenes will be displayed on screen and a lecture given.

MOOSE Nelsonville Loyal Order of Moose Glouster

Two Loaders Injured In Chauncey Mine Accident

Chauncey March 24. Edward Barstow and Geo Smith, loaders at the New York Coal company Chauncey mine, suffered injuries from slate fall on Tuesday afternoon. Smith was cut on the head. both men bruised but not seriously hurt. They were treated by Dr. Warren V. Sprague and later returned home to Buchtel.

Chauncey Edward Barstow Geo. Smith New York Coal Company Smith Warren V. Sprague Buchtel

Thirty-Eight Scouts Loyal Chauncey Scout Troop Meeting

Thirty eight members of Troop One Chauncey Boy Scouts attended a regular meeting on March 24. They plan a canvass for ticket sales to a benefit entertainment at the Globe theater next Tuesday, with a picture shown by Globe manager T R Hamilton. ticket sales are reported to be going well.

Chauncey Chauncey Boy Scouts Globe Theater Ralph Pritts T. R. Hamilton

Chauncey Scouts Attend Local High School Basketball

After their regular Troop One meeting Chauncey Boy Scouts marched to the high school gym to watch Chauncey high face Chauncey Alumni in a varsity game.

Chauncey Chauncey Boy Scout Chauncey High

Easter entertainment bazaar bake sale planned in Chauncey

The Endeavor Society of the Chauncey Christian church will run an Easter event at the Crosser store building. Activities include an all day bazaar bake sale and Saturday evening entertainment organized by church members.

Chauncey Endeavor Society of the Chauncey Christian Church Crosser Store

Cooks Celebrate Pot Luck Supper At The Plains

Mr and Mrs F E Cook entertained Sunday at their home The Plains with a pot luck supper and a social time.

F. E. Cook the Plains

Local Guests List at Plains Area Event

The guest list includes Mr and Mrs William Hawk and Mr and Mrs John Masten of Athens, Mr and Mrs Delbert Jones of near New Marshfield, Mr and Mrs Walter McGuire of Union, and Mr and Mrs Ambrose Terrel, Mr and Mrs Arthur Coon, and Mr and Mrs W C Nichols all of The Plains.

William Hawk John Masten Athens Delbert Jones Near New Marshfield Walter McGuire Union Ambrose Terrel Arthur Coon W. C. Nichols The Plains

Chauncey youths enjoy motor trip to Old Man's Cave

Chauncey residents report a Sunday motor trip to Old Man's Cave with a picnic. Attendees include Marie Morgan Ethel Oliver Sylvia Lowery Evelyn Oliver Mary Lowery Virisil Manning Clifford Lowery Jewell Manning Clifford Sapp Willis Heading and Austin McNutt.

Chauncey Old Man's Cave Marie Morgan Ethel Oliver Sylvia Lowery Evelyn Oliver Mary Lowery Virsil Manning Clifford Lowery Jewell Manning Clifford Sapp Willis Heading Austin McNutt

Social guests fill weekend at local homes

Mr and Mrs George Gabriel Jr entertained Sunday guests Mr and Mrs I N McHarg of Union and Mr and Mrs Floyd Barker of Athens. Clarence McDonald visited with the fraziers in Logan. Miss Mildred Barber of Nelsonville stayed Monday with the Gabriels.

George Gabriel, Jr I. N. McHarg Union Floyd Barker Athens Clarence McDonald John Frazier Logan Mildred Barber Nelsonville

Short Illness Fatal Claims Chauncey Miner Leonard Stewart

Leonard Stewart aged 32 died this morning at Circle Hill after a brief lung illness. He leaves a wife and several children. Stewart, a lifelong resident and miner, is survived by his mother Belle Stewart and James Carr, who were killed two years ago in a main street railroad crossing accident involving a northbound passenger train.

Chauncey Qleonard Stewart Circle Hill William Savage Stewart Belle Stewart James Carr Main Street

Chauncey Visit Scenes Clinton Courtneys and Guests

Mr and Mrs Clinton Courtney and daughter Marjorie of Chauncey spent from last Friday until Sunday evening in Corning as guests of Mr and Mrs Clifford Courtney. Mr and Mrs George Williamson and their daughter Joe Ann of Corning are visiting this week with Mr and Mrs Charles Bradfield in Chauncey.

Clinton Courtney Marjorie Chauncey Corning Clifford Courtney George Williamson Joe Ann Charles Bradfield

State Examiner for Schools Here in Athens for Two Months

Olive W. Brush, state school examiner, is in Athens for two months to inspect Athens county school books and records. She reviews Athens township records now and invites township clerks to visit her office at the court house election room to ask questions about their records.

Olive W. Brush Athens Miss Brush Court House

U. Easter Vacation Begins April 2 at 11:20

Easter vacation at Ohio University starts Friday April 2 at 11 20 with classes telescoped, reducing each hour by ten minutes. The college will reconvene Tuesday morning.

Ohio University

Synthetic substitute for cocaine discovered

A new synthetic substitute for cocaine has been identified by researchers. The finding signals potential changes in drug markets and enforcement considerations as authorities assess its chemical properties and potential effects.

82 Years Old and As Good As a Youngster

An 82 year old man credits MAYA'S with restoring health after catarrh and liver stomach issues. The ad claims the product clears intestinal mucus reduces inflammation and aids many stomach and intestinal ailments. It promises a money back guarantee and lists McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville and other druggists as outlets.

Maya McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsoville

Dailey Divorce Case Settled Out of Akron Courts

Spectators packed Judge Fritch's courtroom for Evelyn S. Dailey against William B. Dailey as the divorce trial was settled out of court. Dr Dailey declined to contest and would provide the requested alimony. Mrs Dailey seeks restoration of her maiden name Evelyn Sheldon. An amended petition must be filed before the uncontested divorce is heard.

Akron Judge _ Fritch Evelyns Dailey Wellesley Avenue William B. Dailey Bond Hotel Frank Rockwell Carl Meyers Eas

Gas tax check totaling $10,000 received by auditor

Fred Cornwell county auditor announced Athens county received a $10,000 share of the gasoline tax for the last three months. The payment reflects the county's portion of the gas tax distribution and was received recently.

Fred Cornwell Athens County

Preaching Service Set At The Plains M K Church

The Plains M Kk church will hold a Thursday evening service at 7 30 led by pastor Rev Frederick Brown who will deliver the sermon.

Plains M. Kk Frederick Brown

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Packed In 5000 Gallon Tanks

The article notes the compound is now made in steel tanks lined with glass, each tank holding 5000 gallons. A tankful is produced every two days to meet demand, with strict sanitary conditions and constant public inspection of the Lynn laboratories.

Lydia E. Pinkham Lydia Sk. Pinkham Lynn Mass

Mother neglect charge filed against Fannie Jackson

An affidavit in probate court accuses Fannie Jackson of Buchtel of failing to provide proper care and schooling for her children. Jackson has prior arrests and once had her children in the Athens County Children's Home due to neglect.

Fannie Jackson Buchtel

Ohio University and Cincinnati Win Triangular Debate

Ohio University and the University of Cincinnati won debates in a triangular contest with Miami University. Ohio defeated Miami, while Cincinnati beat Miami and lost to Ohio in separate matches judged by Prof. H. H. Higgins at Oxford and Prof. W. H. Cooper at Cincinnati.

Ohio University University of Cincinnati Miami University Ohio Cincinnati Miami Miami T W. Tong West Homer Young Stanley F. Roush John Humphries Lawrence Livi N. Tabel H. H. Higgins Higgins W. H. Cooper

Eugene Heeter Heads Ohio University Band

Lugeve Heeter will head the Ohio University band next year after yesterday’s officer election. Hilton Parkinson was named vice president and Willard Mayer secretary treasurer. both Parkinson and Mayer are freshmen. The band will travel to Ohio Wesleyan with the football team next year.

Lugeve Heeter Ohio University Hilton Parkinson Willard Mayer Heeter Phi Mu Alpha Parkinson Mayer Ohio Wesleyan

New MELLO GLO powder for lasting face finish

A French process powder called MELLO GLO promises a long lasting complexion with pores and lines hidden and resistant to perspiration. Sold by The D. Zenner Co. at Case's Drug Store in Logan.

D. Zenner Co Case Logan

Danderine Promises Restored Hair Shine for Girls

An advertisement touts Danderine a tonic that revives dry brittle hair after frequent curling. It claims the product nourishes stimulates and strengthens each hair stopping falling hair and dandruff while returning youthful gleam and luster for 85 cents at drug stores or toilet counters.

Odd Fellows to Grant Three Degrees at Glouster Camp

Glouster I O O F lodge plans a Thursday meeting with Golden Rule and Royal Purple degrees to be worked. Three candidates will receive the degrees two from Glouster and one from Athens with Athens encampment members assisting. A banquet and social time follow.

Glouster Athens

Glouster Man Returns From Florida Winter Work

Glouster March 24 Walter Cubbison arrived home by motor from Florida where he and Mrs. Cubbison spent the winter. He says the Florida work slowed after the rush season and reports a quieter period ahead.

Glouster Walter Cubbison Florida Cubbison

Bazaar by Poca hontas group at Moose building

All Degree of Pocahontas members should bring or mail their items to the Moose building by noon Friday March 26. The bazaar opens Friday at 1 p m with a dance in the evening.

Glouster Degree of Pocahontas Moose Building

Morris Returns From White Cross Hospital After Appendicitis

George Morris returned from White Cross hospital in Columbus where he underwent an appendicitis operation. He has been improving since the procedure.

Glouster George Morris White Cross Hospital Columbus

Frampton to Farewell at Bishopville Church

C B Frampton pastor of Church of Christ in Glouster will preach at the Bishopville church Thursday at 7 30 PM. This service will be his farewell sermon at that church.

Glouster C. B. Frampton Church of Christ Bishopville

Glouster P T A Play Nets About 225

Glouster Parent-Teacher Association reports net proceeds from its play totaling about 225 after paying most bills. The funds will support Glouster schools.

Glouster Glouster Parent-Teacher Association

Athens All to Face Glouster American Legion in Final Game

The season ends with a Friday night game in the school gymnasium as the Athens All visit Glouster American Legion for a key matchup. Local fans are urged to attend this last contest of the season.

Athens All Glouster American Legion

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