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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1921

Page

2

Soldiers arrest at Camp Sherman for drug trafficking

Charles Larson Francis Cannon and Louis Thatcher, soldiers from New York Akron and Connecticut, were arrested at Camp Sherman for illegal drug distribution. Authorities recovered nine hundred and more tablets plus dental supplies secreted in shipments, with evidence of trips from Camp Sherman to Columbus to dispose of the items.

Columbus Charles Larson Francis P. Cannon New York Louis R. Thatcher Akron Camp Sherman Garland Sheldon Conn Camp Shergman

Woman Leaves Week-Old Baby in Package on Train Car

Cleveland police say a week-old boy was found inside a wrapped package left on a sleeping car arriving in the city. A porter reported the child and a woman who allegedly left the train before discovery.

Cleveland Mar

Oakley Faces Purchase or Eviction Over Misclaimed Lot

Charles Oakley disputes a lot boundary and must either buy the wrongly claimed parcel or have it evicted. The case centers on a misdated lot line and Oakley’s plans to resolve ownership through purchase or removal.

Charles Oakley

Glouster Obituaries and School Meeting Report

Glouster cemetery services described with family details and several locals named. A recovery note for Hill, and a Parent-teachers Meeting at West Side school next Friday at eight oclock with Prof. Mardis of Witt as speaker. Local residents Ethel Bell and Homer Tracy visit relatives. Arthur Brewer from Athens spent the weekend home.

Soho Boars Hs Glouster Wad Eld Firen Howard Orris Boudinot Charles Simpson Steve Thomas William Joy Snurr Ey Hight Snurr Mary Guerra Katherine Gillispie Je. Kulik Bertha Charge Hanula Elsie North Earl Downey Hill Dan Tulton West Side School Mardis of Witt Ethel Bell Homer Tracy and Son Tureday Clarence Misner Arthur Brewer Athens

Woman Plans Easter Bonnet With Blacksnake Theme

A Susquehanna woman reveals a unique revenge by announcing her Easter bonnet will feature a blacksnake design. Mrs. George Boyden explains the plan follows the infamous garden trick described in local lore.

Susquehanna George Boyden

Iris Tonguette Seeks Auto Fraud Claim Resolution

In Elyria, Iris Tonguette files a delayed auto claim seeking $10,006 from police and deputy Siteret over an alleged vehicle matter. The filing indicates a dispute or restitution request related to a motor vehicle incident.

Elyria Iris Tonguette

Illinois probe uncovers wide extortion plot in building trades

Senator John Dailey announced that an Illinois legislative investigation has unearthed a broad extortion plot involving labor leaders and contractors in the building trades. Public hearings will follow as the committee plans to reopen sessions and reveal more evidence from the Chicago area.

Chicago United Prews Illinois Legislative Investigating Committee John Dailey York Dailey

Easter Program by Presbyterian Sunday School Kids

The children of the Presbyterian Sunday school under Miss Lucile Henry will present a special Easter program Sunday morning during the 9 o clock Sunday school session. Children and their parents are invited to attend the service. Social investigators report fewer personal crisis reports among miners than any other worker class.

The Presbyterian Sunday School Lucile Henry Law

Harding’s Game Seems Fair, Says His Caddy

Cogan, once president of a Vene Le bureau of ar sastern paper, worked as office boy and caddied for Senator Gilbert. Jon Tier, a sixer caddy, joined the Vene Le bureau and also caddied for his patron in court proceedings.

Cogan Presi Jon Vene le Bureau of Ar Sastern Gilbert Fair

County Sees No Back-To-Farm Movement Yet

Athens County farm agents report no evidence of a back to the farm movement as job losses in cities drive workers to seek steady rural wages. Farmers cut acreage ten percent last year while prices drop for cattle wool and apples leave producers holding unsold stock and facing losses.

Athens County E. R. Raymond Athens

Paris Women Weather First Warm Days in Spring Fashions

Paris shoppers admire spring outfits showcased on a Balm day. A coat dress with satin panels, a navel heavy embroidered coat, and a cape return highlight Paris style. The practical chic includes pleated side skirts, fluted collars, and versatile day wear suitable for various occasions.

Paris

Work to Start Close to Home on Illiteracy

Athens county faces widespread illiteracy based on three independent studies. A union service of three major churches highlighted the issue, urging countywide action and a funded effort through a voluntary association. The plan begins in Athens city and township with a goal that every resident learn to speak read and write English.

8. K. Mardis Athens County Census Bureau Colt Ohio Athens City Athens Association For Oon County Stanley City Public Schools Athens Township Athens Leity Church Missionary Society

Russia cannot trade with world for years says ex-governor

Exiled former governor of northern Russia, Nicholas Tchaikovsky, claims private dispatches confirm Secretary Hoover’s view that Russia cannot exchange goods internationally. He cites grain confiscation, low output, ruined transport, and weak rolling stock, noting signed trade pacts differ from actual delivery. He fears Lenin stays communist until a crash.

Edwin Hullinger United Press Paris Russia Nicholas Tchaikovsky Ca Rene Kansas Tchaikovsky Hoover Kan ‘Sas Donetz Urals Norway Poland Britain Germany Turkey Urainia Sweden Lenine

Elks Plan Vaudeville Benefit for Salvation Army

Athens Lodge 973 B P O Elks announce plans for a vaudeville show to aid the Salvation Army. The event, staged by members and outside talent, is set for April 11 and 12 with committee members Judges M Johnson L Deissle and Tom Morgan.

Athens Lodge Elks Elk Salvation Army M. Johnson L. L. Deissle Tom Morgan

Public sale ad by George Walker praised for good turnout

George Walker of near Pleasanton bought a small display space in the Messenger to advertise his personal property sale by auction. He paid about six dollars and praised the Messenger for drawing over three hundred attendees and helping sellers and buyers achieve fair prices.

George Walker Pleasanton Messenger

Social life at White House seen reviving under Harding

Washington reports brighter social prospects as the Harding administration begins to ease wartime austerity. Officials note a return of White House functions and embassy gaiety, with observers linking invitations to potential national and international policy moves.

Washington Woodrow Wilson Wilson White House Roosevelt Hardings

Woman Changes Mind on Old Custom

Dorothy Miller a 16 year old from Trenton New Jersey reconsidered an arranged marriage she tentatively chose from Philadelphia suitors. She paid the required one thousand dollar operation fee for a husband but found the match impossible and will review remaining 99 letters to select another spouse.

Trenton N. J Dorothy Miller Philadelphia Othhrs Endeave

Easter Day Program At First Methodist Church

The Martzolff class will present an Easter program Sunday morning at 8 oclock. Two musical numbers and a reading by Miss Angela Wood are featured. Mrs L Martzolff will give an Easter message to every woman present. Members are urged to attend and visitors will be welcome.

Martzolff First Methodist Church Angela Wood Mra L. Martzolff

Owens Vance Beat Off Hold Up in Cleveland

Three men held up Owens Vance in Cleveland last night but he defended himself and the robbers fled empty handed. No injuries reported and police seek suspects.

Cleveland Owens Vance

Prohibition Agents Fight Real Beer Sold in Drug Stores

Washington March 25 John Kramer prohibition commissioner announced vigorous opposition to the revival of real beer through drug stores. He said the sale of beer for non medicinal use will be blocked while tax yields from real beer revenues were expected to run into millions. Brewers are presumed to respect prohibitions on meals and beverages with only a small share of alcohol.

Washington, Pa Jermyn Jermyn Coal Company Old Forge J. J. Jermyn James T. Kolbert United Press Washington John Kramer Kramer Palmer Ds & Beverage Treasury Governmnt

Obituary for Lewis Mesaros of Millfield

Lewis Mesaros born in Millfield on April 27 1914 drowned March 16 1921 at age 10 years 10 months 16 days. He was the eldest son of Lewis and Catherine Mesaros, survived by his father mother three sisters and two brothers. A sister had died two years earlier and he was described as a bright happy boy who enjoyed school and bringing joy to others. The family honors his memory with a comforting verse and note that he will be greatly missed.

Lewis Mesaros Millfield Whs Lewis Catheric Mesaros

Card of Thanks for Kindness After Death

We thank friends and neighbors for kindness and help during the death of our son and brother and floral offerings. Thanks to East Side school teachers and pupils, the Jacksonville minister, and undertaker L R Andrews. Lewis Mesaros and Family.

East Side Jacksonville L. R. Andrews Lewis Mesaros

Truancy Charges Filed in Troy

COOLVILLE O March 25 Failure to comply with truant notice of Officer Jacob Glenn led to affidavits in Squire G W Custer's court against Rey Lester and Charley Golden for keeping children out of school. Lester pleaded guilty and was fined 16 dollars plus costs, suspended on promise children stay in school. Golden set to stand trial April 9.

Coolville Jacob Glenn Squire G. W. Custer Rey Lester Charley Golden Golden

Indictment Likely In White Sox Scandal Probe

Chicago officials plan to indict sixteen players and gamblers as the grand jury revisits the White Sox baseball scandal. States Attorney Robert E. Crowe predicted an earlier investigation outcome, signaling renewed legal action.

Chicago United Press White Sox Robert E. Crowe

Famous flyer hurt near Crowville during transcontinental flight

Lieut. Wm. D. Coney, noted trans continental flyer, was seriously injured near Crowville Louisiana. Early reports say his chance of recovery is about one in five.

Natchez Miss Wm. D. Coney Crowville

Coney Seeks Attention After Arrival at Cover Clinic

Attending physicians watt te d aay. Coney was brought here attention.

Ted Aay Coney

Willard Threaded Rubber Battery Ad

The advertisement promotes the Willard Threaded Rubber Battery highlighting its resistance to wood separator troubles and deterioration. It claims bone dry shipment and storage with no deterioration and invites readers to visit Willard Service to learn about threaded rubber insulation.

Willard

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