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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1927
Page
3
Mrs. Mary Frank aged 75 died last night at her home near Carbondale. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 10:30 at the Carbondale church with burial in Asbury cemetery. She is survived by her husband Henry Frank and several children.
Nelsonville March 25 Mr and Mrs Clarence Wood Lora Scott announce the birth of an eight pound daughter at the grandparents home Mr and Mrs William Wood Here Mrs Dora Scott Springfield is also a grand parent Daniel Smith this city s great grandfather A seven pound daughter was born Thursday March 24 to Mr and Mrs William Oakley Jennie Taylor Kentner street She named Ruth Constance
Nelsonville March 25 The following high school musicians form the orchestra for the Belle of Barcelona at the high school auditorium Friday evening April 1 The lineup includes pianist Mary Louise Leyshon first violin Jo Barnecut Marjorie Hickman Tom Sheppard second violin Ruth Crawford Irene Seton Edna Laughlin clarinet Lowell Hickman Billy Rhodes cornet Max Bowers saxophone Paul Weltzheimer cello Cornelia Scott Directed by Velma Young supervisor of public school music.
In Gallipolis a group from Nelsonville attended the district P. T. A. convention led by Mrs. S. B. Steenrod and including Mrs. Albert Barber Mrs. Hubert Lancaster Mrs. Henry Lancaster Mrs. Bess Wolfe Mrs. Berry Hickman Mrs. Blanche Wolf Mrs. John Stocklin Mrs. BE. L. Morrell Mrs. D. N. Gorsuch and Miss Ethel Walker on March 25.
In Nelsonville a Methodist church dinner met at noon with two leaders D H Jennison grand chancellor L B Buchanan grand chancellor speaking. Buchanan outlined the Pi national camp to be held at Bedford Indiana in August and played a song he composed. Jennison described fraternity principles and said second and third degrees will be given to local boys soon.
Orwin Miller and his sister hosted a group of young Negro friends on Frederick street Tuesday evening. Guests included three from Pittsburgh and three students from Ohio State University. The evening featured dancing, games, and served refreshments.
Class No 4 of the Presbyterian church schedules a bake sale Saturday at 9 oclock in the former Chocolate shop room. Camp Fire girls plan a candy sale Saturday at 2 oclock at Owens confectionery and bus station in the public square.
The Rev and Mrs N O Stucky and family and Mrs Bert Reeves were called to Springfield Ohio Thursday afternoon due to ill relatives. Mrs Leighton Aumiller and son Dickey of Columbus are visiting Mrs Aumiller’s parents.
The W C T U held a Fort Street gathering at Mrs J M Hyde’s home to mark Miss Frances Willard’s death anniversary. Rev J L Morrell gave the invocation, solo by Mrs B F LeFever, and remarks by Mrs S M BingAthens noting her national welfare leadership. A ladies quartet performed, Mrs Hyde shared personal recollections, Rev Lloyd Evans offered prayer, social hour followed with refreshments. out of town guests included Mrs George Putnam Athens and two women from Carben Hill.
H B McCormick head of United Missionary society promotions will oversee Sunday morning services at Nelsonville Christian Church.
The Knights of Pythian Siers held an evening gathering at Cedtle hall with families in attendance. Two playettes and a group of musical numbers entertained guests. Late at night the Pythians shared a lunch with the girls.
W. A. Juniors will meet Saturday from 2 to 4 PM at Don Greely’s home 414 West Wrangk n street. The event is hosted by Dr A. Juniors and includes Tia Vi.
Five five members of a church group traveled to Jackson to hear Taurey a hear. The local pastor J. Howeerth has conducted trestnes at Jackson for the past three weeks. Special services will close Saturday night.
Eyval reports Revive meetings start March 27 at Lock, Ohio, south of Haycenville on the Seort Rungvoad. Joey Bampton of Meri Hampton, Ohio, to be the main speaker at the event announced from Nelsonville.
Hallett of Nelsonville was injured at the Dark Hollow line of Pittsburgh Coal when a accident left him with a broken right shoulder. He was caught between cars in the mine and was visiting his family here after the incident on Monday.
B McCormick of the United Missionary society will lead the Nelsonville Christian church morning services. McCormick, a former Detroit pastor, previously directed a city evangelistic campaign that added 25 000 members to churches in that city.
Manila dispatch reports three more destroyers sailing for China. The Edsall heads to Swatow the Bulmer to Amoy and the Parrott to Foochow in response to reports of anti foreign sentiment endangering Americans abroad.
Ella Morris administratrix of the William Morris estate filed a statement in lieu of an account and a new bond of 1009 dollars with J KE Gifford and Grant Antle as sureties in the probate court proceedings.
Old newspaper style ad touts Jad Salts and lemon lithia mix as a kidney health aid. Recommends four ounces of salts before breakfast plus plenty of water to flush acids, wastes, and bladder irritation. Claims benefits for backache, headaches, dizziness, and rheumatic twinges.
Mrs. Della Contact Hixon of Cambridge argued juror service suits women, citing citizenship duty and education from serving. Judge Worstell cited courthouse quarters as a barrier, while Hixon noted Cambridge facilities improved receptivity. The discussion followed a League of Women Voters meeting at Athens high school with about two hundred attendees. An announcement for The Big Parade film in Athens on April 13 was made.
Delta Sigma Pi defeats Omega Beta Pi two to one at the hall of fine arts. The commerce fraternity argued against changing the constitution to empower Congress to regulate marriage and divorce. Judges were Prof. Harry Fletcher Scott Prof. Leonard B. Joh and Prof. J. R. Gentry. Debaters included R. Lloyd Skinner George A. Wilkes and William E. Maine. The event is part of a Phi Delta Gamma series. Delta Sigma Pi will face Delta Tau Delta next.
In Detroit on March 25 the defense used costly lawyers to prevent Henry Ord from introducing ideas into Aaron Saptro’s million dollar libel case against Henry Ford. Senator James Reed and Stewie Hanley led the defense to block piro's counsel from weaving the site into the trial.
The day featured clear skies with noon temperature at 68 degrees, 26 below the 1910 record of 84. Low for the date was 16, with a past record from 15883. Temperatures by two hour slots listed show afternoon values from 55 down to 47 and evening readings from 42 to 66.
River level drops but remains shallowly high at several low spots while the Ohio River backs water near Cooville and along routes between Marietta and Belpre. Water still covers fields in low areas but may recede by evening as drainage improves around Athens.
Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Goodson of Chauncey received a telegram Wednesday night about the critical illness of their daughter Mrs. Barney Hale in Wellsville. Ruth Goodson was taken suddenly. her condition was described as critical. Her husband and sons Raymond and Theodore Goodson traveled by motor to Wellsville at dawn.
A message from Mrs. L. L. Sweazy in Columbius reports her daughter Mrs. Earl McAtey Ivy Sweazy is critically ill in University Hospital Columbus. Her husband and mother are with her. visitors are not admitted. Address given as Fourth floor room 426 antisternity floor. Mrs. McAfee is a former Chauncey resident.
Mr and Mrs K T Abdella of East Converse Street Chauncey announce the birth of a son born Thursday noon at their home. The child is named Joaby.
In Chauncey on March 25 the Rev. Hiomer H. Vian will lead both morning and evening services at the First Christian Church. Bible school opens at 9 30 a m and Senior Christian Endeavor meets at 6 p m with a 7 o'clock sermon announced.
Mrs. Charles Sweeney and Mrs Arthur Swart were the sole Chauncey candidates welcomed at the W B A gathering in Nelsonville last night. Attending from Chauncey were Mrs. Noah Harvey, Mrs. Lafe Crosser, Mrs. Wilfred Kenry, Mrs. Glyde Jourden, Mrs. Oz Russell, Mrs. Wesley Six, and Mrs. A. L. Preston.
Revival services began at Zion church on March 24 with meetings nightly at 7 30. Baptism will follow Sunday School and communion will be observed Sunday night. The Rev Girnham is pastor.
Mrs J L Shields reports Chauncey residents Mr and Mrs Arthur Sweeney and their son returned from Jackson Florida to Akron after a month in Florida and a 3200 mile motor journey visiting many cities. The Sweeneys are well known and longtime Chauncey residents.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Stanley of Mound street hosted guests this week their daughter Miss Mary Stanley of Cincinnati and their uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Earl Johnston of Latonia Ky Mr Johnston also visited his father who is seriously ill at his Trimble home
Mrs. M. M. Hennis returned to her Lancaster home after a month visit in Chauncey at the home of her sister Mrs. L. D. Shields on Mil Street. Mrs. Shields has recovered from a serious illness.
A large concourse of friends attended the funeral of Mr. L. D. Johnson on Monday afternoon. Among the out of town attendees were numerous relatives and friends from Cleveland Cumberland Bremem Lancaster Columbus Athens and more suggesting a wide circle of family and associates.
The revival led by Reverend O C Boggess of Parkersburg West Virginia continues at the Church of God on Hocking Street. He spoke last night on the Power at Christ and will preach on An Open Door tonight.
Marietta high school won the debate opposing state primaries against Washington Court House at Marietta College last night. Beverly Skinner delivered the opening for the Marietta team. Dr. W S Gamertsfelder, philosophy professor, acted as sole judge with CC W Fink assisting.
George Douglas of near Carseytown in Lodi township faces assault and battery and assault with intent to maim and disfigure charges after a Tuesday post fence dispute. He pleads not guilty. affidavit by Floyd Hartley cites an alleged self defense claim. Magistrate Helwig notes long standing neighborhood feuds. Douglas arraigned in Athens. case set for May grand jury session.
Dr. W A Matheny of Ohio University spoke to Athens high school students on Interesting Things to be Found in Nature. The assembly included two piano solos by Miss Barbara Kantzer, the high school music instructor, and was held in the auditorium at 11 this morning.
Chicago authorities halted a clash in Moy Sing's laundry after officers arrived to quell a confrontation. Three armed Chinese suspects were found inside a laundry and alleged to be preparing an assault, as four others retreated. Officers believe the raid prevented further casualties in the ongoing violence.
Artour V. Dickerson 47 founder of Dickerson Steel Company Dayton was found dead at Elmwo Inn Green Springs early today police said. The death occurred during a routine stopover on a business trip and details remain under investigation.
William Acord, 46, Columbus contracting worker, died in a city hospital after a fall at a building site. He was a brother of Mrs. Harvey Ramsey of Athens.
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