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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1928
Page
7
Mrs Walter Hayden of Columbus remains in serious condition at University hospital after being struck by a car while leaving a street car. Three ribs and internal injuries, husband Mr Hayden, mine No 10 superintendent, notified.
Dr. A J Crawford of Glouster underwent cataract removal surgery at Grant Hospital in Columbus Friday morning. The operation was reported successful by telephone around noon. His daughter Miss Helen Crawford traveled to Columbus Saturday to stay with him at the hospital.
The PLAN PARTY ter Chapter No. 260 Mooseheart Legion will observe members' March birthdays with a Tuesday evening gathering at the hall after judge. A picnic dinner is planned and each woman is to bring her husband or a friend. A special program of music skits and readings is arranged along with a dance.
In Glouster on Friday night more than 500 Masons attended an inspection of the Newark lodge where the work was presented in ancient form. Local members making the trip included J. B. Stiff A. M. Bennett M. Penman L. E. Richardson F. H. Ervin and others. visitors from Athens and Columbus joined families at the event and later social visits.
Foster four year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles Foster of Millfield died early Saturday morning at the family home after a few hours illness following an attack that began at midnight Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at 10 o clock Monday from the Methodist Episcopal church in Milluchi. The article also reports a separate Soviet appeal announced March 22 to the League of Nations proposing disarmament steps.
Athens Ohio readers invited to Berry Hotel on Thursday March 29 for a one day clinic by a specialist. The physician advertises treatments for chronic diseases of men women and children. Includes cataract issues catarrh rheumatism nervous trouble and digestive disorders. Also promotes surgical options for womb or ovarian conditions and piles.
Interclass field meet held Sunday at Chauncey Dover High School ended with the senior class first, totaling 6 points but winning most events. Ralph Short Smith led with 25 points, Margaret Johnston led sophomores with 15 points, LeLand Southerton led juniors with nine, and Mary Stalder led freshmen with 9. Dwight Adams cleared 10 feet in pole vault and Ralph Smith topped high jump with 5 feet 6 inches. Mrs Alexander M and Mrs Wade visited at the Wade home. Mrs BH Cooley, Logan, formerly of Millfield, spent days with the Wade family.
The Womans Union club of Chauncey met Thursday at Mrs Thomas Oliver's Converse street home for a surprise birthday celebration. Music by Lena Cunningham Grace Smith Hib and Hirsie Oliver. Recitation by Mrs John Palmer. Refreshments served as guests, including many named members and Mrs Oliver's family.
The summer weather on Friday drew many fishermen to the area. Reports say anglers were seen along Sunday Creek and Hoching. Ray Sanders and Fritz Sams of Millfeld fished at the old mine reservoir at Circle Hill Friday.
Chauncey March 24 Martha Sayers pioneer resident of Millfield celebrated her eighty eighth birthday at the home of her son in law and daughter J R Wade with 24 guests. She enjoyed meeting children, grandchildren and friends and received many gifts. Granddaughter in law Mae Wade baked the birthday cake. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Lewis Howard and families Mr and Mrs Co C Howard and families Mr and Mrs Ephnan Sayers and families Mr and Mrs J R Wade and families plus Mrs Elia Tedrich Chauncey Mrs Margaret Riley Truetown Mrs H E Cooley Logan and Miss Caroline Welling Millfield.
The Zion Baptist Ladies Aid society of the Lower Plains held a meeting at the church. The group plans regular quilting and social gatherings, with members present including Mrs. Tarnas, Vic Mimer Coon, Mrs Nichols, Mrs Benton Potts, Mrs Sylvester Faith, Mrs James Ve-Harg, Mrs Wart Moore, and Mrs Flora McHorg.
About twenty five attendees gathered at New Marshfield high school for a banquet honoring the boys and girls basketball squads. Bessie Jones served as toastmaster with chef Miss Alice Prudent assisting. principal Will Merritt and County Agent T. H. Johnson spoke on athletics and self development. Coach R. E. Barker awarded letters to players including Ferne Nanna, Haze McKibben, Mildred Hunter, and Bessie Jones, with several others in attendance.
Washington March 25 Leaders in Congress forged a Mississippi flood control compromise to fund all flood control costs on the lower river and place administration with army engineers. The plan calls for tributary area consideration and a congressional recommendation after army investigations.
In Columba issue, a child explains emulsified cod liver oil helps absorption and tastes better. The obituary notes the death of Franklin Pugh, a former common pleas judge and Civil War veteran, after an eight week illness at his home. He was born in Mesmoldehburs.
Dr A A Rock a Milwaukee specialist claims goitre is not a disease and offers a home treatment method with over 34 years of experience. He urges immediate attention for even small growths and opposes unnecessary operations. He has published a self help book describing the method and offers to send copies to interested readers.
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