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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1920

Page

5

Gar net Beverage and Bryan George Stevers Tie Nuptials

Miss Garnet Beverage and Bryan George Stevers wed November 10, 1919 at the Ashland Methodist parsonage. Bride daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Beverage of University Terrace. she is an Athens High School 1918 graduate and Ohio University student. Stevers, former Company L member, served in World War I era with the 37 division. they will reside at 101 University Terrace for now.

Kentucky Garnet Beverage Bryan George Stevers Ashland Rice Methodist Episcopal Parsonage F. Beverage University Terrace Athens High School Ohio University Girls Glee Club Choral Society Stevers France C. O. Burnett

Quiet Wedding Unites Dorothy Baker and Dale Nice

Dorothy Elizabeth Baker and Dale Emerson Nice wed Wednesday March 24 at 6 pm at the Baker home 40 Stimpson avenue with Rev C L Strecker officiating. Out of town guests include Clarence Boles Earl Marie Nice Marie Sprague Earl Baker and others. The bride is a Athens high school graduate class of 1919 and the groom is a World War veteran. They will reside in Athens.

Edward J. Baker Stimpson Avenue Dorothy Elizabeth Dale Emerson Nice C. A. Nice Morris Avenue C. L. Strecker M. E Clarence Boles Earl Columbus Marie Nice Cutler Marie Sprague Marielta Earl Baker Corning Athens France Nice

Banquet Honors 78th Beta Theta Pi Initiation Rite

Colonial Beta Kappa of Beta Theta Pi held its 78th annual initiation banquet Thursday at the Colonial. Seven initiates and four pledges joined the active chapter and alumni with Thomas M. Wolfe Sr. as toast master. Respondents included F. D. Forsythe Homer H. Marshman Mostyn L. Jones Joseph L. Pickering Russell W. Finsterwald and Elroy McDonald and wife visited Nelsonville on Wednesday. Bertha Higgins has gone to

Beta Kappa Beta Theta Pi Colonial Thomas M. Wolfe F. D. Forsythe Homer H. Marshman Mostyn L. Jones Joseph L. Pickering Russell W. Finsterwald

Local social notes from Lancaster and surrounding areas

Residents and visitors gather for Easter week events in Lancaster. Guests include Mr. and Mrs. Charles Steelman of Columbus and Mrs. J A Diltz, while De Walson Davis and Ruth visit Cincinnati relatives. Miss Helen Walker hosts the Pallas club with outings by Rev V Ahlbrand and the Gospel Team. Sigma Pi auxiliary meets at 16 South Congress.

Charles Steelman Columbus J. A. Diltz de Walson Davis Miss Ruth Cincinnati

Lift Off Corns Crowds Cheer at Simple Home Remedy

A quirky health note touts lifting corn with a household method. It promises quick relief and minimal effort for sore toe corn sufferers. Medical authorities caution proper care and consulting a clinician for persistent discomfort.

Freezone Promises Quick Corn Removal

A Cincinnati inventor introduces Freezone as a fast corn treatment. A tiny bottle costs only a few cents at drug stores and promises to remove hard or soft corns and between toe calluses without soreness. The ad touts instant relief and painless removal.

Cincinnati

Local Junior Dancing Class Opens April 3

Mrs Black and Mr Dalton announce the opening of a junior dancing and department class on April 3. Interested participants should meet Mrs Black at the Dancing Academy next Saturday at 3 o'clock to organize the group.

Sinn Feiners Attack Gortatlea Police Station

In Cork Ireland on March 25 Sinn Feiners attacked and captured the Gortatlea police station sixty miles west and north of Cork. Three policemen were wounded as the barracks were demolished and burned according to dispatches received.

Cork Ireland

Census bureau reports 1920 city populations and growth

The census bureau releases 1920 population figures for several cities with increases since 1910. Elgin Illinois leads the list at 27 431, Bangor Maine 25 948, Saratoga Springs New Jersey 13 181, Monroe Louisiana 12 675, West Monroe Louisiana 2 400, Anderson 5S 10 535, Columbus Nebraska 15 410, with varied percentage gains from 1910.

Washington Elgin Ill Bangor Maine Saratoga Springs N. J Monroe West Monroe Anderson Columbus Neb

Troytown Wins National Grand Steeplechase at 444 Miles

Liverpool report says Major Geralds Troytown won the National grand steeplechase by a long distance of 444 miles with twenty four horses starting the race.

Liverpool Major Gerard Troytown

March Worst Month for This Trouble How to Remove Freckles

Freckles are common in March but can be removed with Othine double strength from your druggist. Apply night and morning and dark freckles fade while light ones disappear in days. If Othine fails, money back offer.

Othine

Nerv Worth touted by Springfield woman in testimonials

A Springfield resident praises Nerv Worth as a powerful nerve tonic after two years of nervous distress and rheumatic pains. The ad notes stomach and digestion improvements and claims a full refund if the product does not benefit the user, with distribution through several nearby drugstores and agencies.

Troupe Drug Co F. M. Sears W. North St Springfield the Gem and the Hickman Pharmacies Nelsonville J. J. Johnston Jacksonville E. E. Drury LeFavor Giouster J. Howard Cline Albany Taylor & Son Coolville

Prohibitionists Consider Presidential Ticket Possibility

In Chicago on March 26 the National Prohibition headquarters said a dry candidate could enter the race if major parties fail to guarantee enforcement. A Lincoln Convention decision on July 21 may depend on Democrats and Republicans actions. The group noted a Prohibition ticket has existed since 1867 and could align with one of the major party nominees if the issue is strong enough.

Chicago National Prohibition Prohibition Party Lincoln Nebr L. D. Fackler Dirys

Woman Finds Remedy Worth Fabulous Fortune

A testimonial promotes Mayr's Wonderful Remedy as curing severe indigestion bloating and colic after a full course. It claims to remove catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract and reduce inflammation linked to stomach liver and intestinal ailments. One dose supposedly proves its value with a money refund offered via McKee Drug Co. and druggists.

Mayr McKee Drug Co

New Wage Scale to Be Considered

New wage scale talks open in New York with the general scale committee of bituminous miners and operators to meet Monday to study a new agreement. The anthracite wage scale panel also continues talks with the operators in an effort to finalize terms.

New York Phillip Murray United Mine Workers

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praised by Mrs Kinnan

Mrs S E Kinnan of Rosville Ohio says she takes cold easily and keeps Chamberlains Cough Remedy in stock. She declares it the best medicine for colds and coughs she has ever used and recommends trying it for relief.

Chamberlain's S. E. Kinnan Roseville Ohio

Easter Services Across Three Churches

Rev. James A. Miller will lead Easter services at 10 30 a m New England Presbyterian, 2 30 p m Carthage, and 7 p m Guysville with the theme The Easter Story.

James A. Miller New England, Presbyterian Carthage Guysville

Britton to Fight Downey in Ten Round Welterweight Bout

Jack Britton welterweight champion facing Bryan Downey of Columbus in Cleveland for a ten round bout tonight. Downey once dropped Britton for nine during a recent exchange.

Britton Downey Cleveland Jack Britton Bryan Downey Columbus

Governor Cox brushes off wet label in Chicago comment

Governor James Cox of Ohio dismissed being called a wet by the anti saloon league as of little consequence. The remark came during his Chicago visit on March 26 as the liquor reform debate continued.

Chicago James Cox Ohio Antisaloon League

Kidnapped Suspect Held Victim Through Night in Room

A man abducted a boy, forced him into a room, and kept him isolated with threats. The captive described hours of fear as the kidnapper questioned him about income and his family, promised release for money, and finally left him alone before dawn. The boy contacted his mother after escaping.

Measles Claims Two Siblings in Moonville Family

Lewis McKibben age 22 dies after measles at home near Moonville. His brother Cyrus died a week earlier from the same illness. Funeral set for Saturday at 10 a.m. at the McKibben residence, Rev. Leslie Dabritz officiating, burial in Pleasant Valley cemetery. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs Cyrus McKibben and sisters Mrs Thomas Weed of Mineral and Addie at home.

New Marshfield Lewis McKibben Cyrus McKibben Moonville Cyrus Leslie Dabritz Pleasant Valley Cemetery Thomas Weed Mineral Addie

Pussyfoot Johnson Forms World Anti Alcoholism League

Pussyfoot Johnson announces a new organization to combat alcohol use worldwide. He recently returned from Africa and says the league aims to curb drinking globally while critics mock the origin of the idea referencing a desert.

London World's League Against Alcoholism Johnson England Globe Sahara Africa

No Dates for Her Aginaldo Daughter in Illinois

Carmen Aginaldo, daughter of a famed Filipino leader, studies at the University of Illinois and rejects the Western dating custom as a violent departure from Philippine traditions. She says she does not see harm in dating but cannot adopt it.

Aginaldo Champaign Ill Carmen Aginaldo University of Illinois Philippines

Mohicans Club Room Closes After Long Use

The Mohicans class room used as a club and play room for Mohicans and scouts will close today. It has been managed by Howard Hammond and open daily since January 1.

Mohicans Scouts Howard Hammond

Marmola Tablets Promise Harmless Weight Loss

Article promotes Marmola Prescription Tablets as a harmless method to lose two to four pounds weekly without dieting or exercise. It advises purchasing from druggists or sending funds to Marmola Company, 864 Woodward Ave Detroit Mich, for a large case.

Woodward Ave Detroit Mich

Noted Financier May Enter Race

Frank A. Vanderlip, noted financier, says he may enter the Republican race for United States senator to oppose James Wadsworth Jr. He cites opposition to Wadsworth on suffrage and prohibition and says he has no personal motive and would enter only if there is overwhelming sentiment. He declines any view on a Republican presidential nominee.

New York Frank A. Vanderlip United States James Wadsworth Jr Senate Vanderlip Wadsworth

Juniors Stun School With Outlandish Attire Stunt

High school juniors staged a secret pre vacation stunt at the building after noon hours. Boys wore men's overalls and a variety of hats from derby to unusual styles, while girls wore aprons and sun bonnets, creating a playful sensation before the Waster break.

Local Visits and House Guests Share Winter Tales

Residents recount winter visits with relatives in Cincinnati and nearby towns. Names include Addie Fenwick Floyd Copeland Mary Fuller and families from Athens Belpre and Hamden. Guests travel between Athens R D 4 Stewart and Stewart hometowns.

Addie Fenwick Cincinnati Floyd Copeland Hamden E. W. Cunningham

Electrician invents ground thawing device in Alaska

An Alaskan electrician has devised electrical apparatus to thaw the ground for pile driving or excavation wherever current is available. The device aims to speed construction by warming the soil using existing power sources.

Alaska

Portrayed Phrase Appears Once But Not Again

A fragment mentions an item or phrase that does not reappear later in the text. The note focuses on a single appearance without subsequent repetition.

Man With Whisky Smell Laments Wasted Life

St Louis report notes Jeff Taylor a revenue inspector and whisky gauger for 25 years. He could tell proof by smell and taste. Now he feels his life has been wasted after being appointed to a new post.

ST. Louis Jeff Taylor Jeff

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