Local residents host Easter visitors and travel notes
Nelsonville and surrounding areas record a string of visitors and returns over Easter. Wilbur Hall of Hiram, Rev. Leon Arpee, college students from O U, Columbus guests, Kingwood resident Cliff Spencer, and others are listed as guests or travelers visiting family or recovering at home.
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Wilbur Hall
Hiram
Leon Arpee
Athens
Albany
Sam Hanley
John
Gay Aumiller
Columbus
Eleanore Hd
Margaret
Catherine Spencer
O. U
Elton Smith
Bes Smith
Laner
Cliff Spencer
Kingwood
W. Va
Stella Copper
Nelle Mathewson
Eleanore Scott
Akron
Cathleen
Henry Scholl
C. BE. Bennett
Chas. Anders
J. M. Butt
Busy Bee Marathon Club Meets at Mrs Hattie Stuart Home
Mrs Hattie Stuart hosts Busy Bee Marathon Club gathering Tuesday night at her Public Square residence. Ladies from the club are expected to attend the informal meeting and social event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Stuart
Busy Bee
Drunk Crooks Fined For drunkenness Saturday night
Hulett Alfred Wolfe and Clem Keplar were fined five dollars and given coats for drunkenness before May or McCune on Saturday night. Root beer and lemon extract were cited as the cause.
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Crooks Hulett
Alfred Wolfe
Clem Keplar
McCune
Load of whiskey passes through city on rough night
Chief Pearson and Night Officer Mike Smith staked out after a tip of a whiskey truck. Sunday at five the load arrived, the driver sped off as Pearson ordered him to halt. The officers fired but the driver escaped via a known route.
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Pearson
Mike Smith
En Pearson
Smith
Gratitude for Kindness After Loss
We thank neighbors and friends for kindness during sickness and death of our wife and mother. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Stout for arranging the burial. Signed by Mr. E. R. Dexter and Family and Mrs. Hazlewood.
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C. L. Stout
E. R. Dexter
Sunrise prayer marks record church attendance and offerings
A sunrise service began religious events at the Christian church with 816 in Sunday school, the largest attendance in years. Miss Lucile Kae Hin sang a solo, and children performed "Ministering Fairies" at night. offerings totaled 128 dollars 78 cents for the Missionary Society benevolence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
Lucile Kae- Hin
Bible School
Missionary Society
Easter Services and Choir Impress in Local Event
A red-letter day with strong attendance in morning and evening services. New members welcomed at the morning gates service. The choir excelled under Mrs. Cooley Bas with solos by Miss Rensyl and Miss Johnson and Easter themed anthems. The Easter drama by Miss Roberts class, assisted by Mr. Scott, was a success. The Sun school elected officers for the new year: Supt C W Backus, Asst Supt D M Sheffield, Secy Mrs Ambrose Wade.
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Rensyl
Miss Johnson
Worane
C. W. Backus
D. M. Sheffield
Ambrose Wade
Flood danger not great now expert states
ColumbusMarch 28 The flood season in Ohio shows no horrors for residents with memory of 1913. Forecaster W H Alexander says rivers and creeks in Ohio and West Virginia have little chance to swell to alarming levels. Expect a spring rise but volumes will be smaller than many seasons.
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Columbus
Mar
Building Fund Measure Aimed At State Universities
Grad uates and former students of Ohio’s three state universities plan to push passage of the Fouts bill in the legislature. It would create a state levy of one-eighth of one mill for two years, yielding about $1,250,000 annually to Ohio State University at Columbus Miami University at Oxford and Ohio University at Athens for building needs tied to large enrollments. The House Finance Committee is expected to report it favorably Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio State University
Columbus
Miami University
Oxford
Ohio University
Athens
House Finance Committee
Sunday school program shows strong growth under outgoing superintendent
Asst Secy Lucile Hartley and Treas E R Wama head a staff including Librarian Frank Tedrow and others. Under outgoing superintendent W L Hudson the Sunday school has prospered with attendance now often doubling previous levels. The work is expected to continue growing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucile Hartley
Treas
E. R. Wama
Frank Tedrow
Doris James
Choister
A. P. Scott
Margaret Johnson
Oris Griffin
W. L. Hudson
Congregation Sizes Highlight County Meeting Notes
The article notes large congregations from many county sections and mentions Miss McGowan as the organist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sion
Miss McGowan
Civic Pride Warning Over Flower Bed Mischief
City residents report two weeks of mischief by youths damaging flower beds. Flowers were cut near ground and some plants pulled by roots across many parts of the city. The writer urges discipline and civic pride to protect the blooms and beautify the town.
Easter Services Draw Large Congregations at St Pauls
Easter worship at St. Pauls Catholic church began with a 7 45 High Mass featuring choir music and a sermon by Rev Berry. A 9 45 High Mass followed and evening devotion closed the day as Lent ended at noon Saturday with the newly organized choir performing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Pauls Catholic Church
Berry
St. Paul's
Cork Lord Mayor Defies Deportation Order
Lord Mayor O Callaghan of Cork said he has no plan to leave the United States despite a deportation order issued weeks earlier. He intends to tour the country giving Sinn Fein talks with engagements in Pawtucket and New Hampshire, after slipping into the United States without a passport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
R. I
O’callaghan
Cork
Ireland
Washington
Sinn Fein
Pawtucket
New Hampfire
Snowfall Reaches Sandusky After Rain Deluge
Snow fell in Sandusky Ohio after a daylong rain, starting early Sunday and continuing into night. Local observers report cold winds and slushy streets as temperatures drop late in the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandusky
Sandusky, O
Clifton Pays Fine After City Scuffle Over Collection
George Clifton angered by a collection led to threats and an assault on Dr. F H May after visiting R B Smith. Mayor Wallace issued a warrant, Marshal William arrested Clifton. He pled guilty and paid 25 dollars plus costs for the Smith incident and 35 dollars plus costs for the May incident, then was released after payment. A few plain drunks were also detained by the marshal. William Eis, organizer for the U M W A, returned from Alabama for a brief stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Clifton
R. B. Smith
F. H. May
Mr. Smith
Dr. May
Clifton
Wallace
Marshal William
Constable Fined for Driving Without Lights at City Court
Constable Pearl Orndorf was fined five dollars and costs in Mayor Wallace court on Saturday evening for operating his automobile with no lights. The charge was filed by Marshal Henry Williams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Orndorf
Wallace
Henry Williams
Escapee Walter Frazier Sought After Columbus Workhouse Break
Relatives say Walter Frazier plans to return to Columbus to serve his time after escaping from the Columbus workhouse last week. Marshal Williams investigated Oakdale but Frazier had left before his arrival. A second tip urged vigilance for Walter Hanning, another escapee from the state hospital in Columbus, with ties to Trimble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Frazier
Columbus
Marshal Williams
Frazier
Oakdale
Walter Hanning
State
Water
Trimble
Alex Hanning
Miss Bernadine Bryson Returns From Columbus Visit
Miss Bernadine Bryson returns to St. Marys of the Springs school near Columbus after a few weeks visit with her parents Mr and Mrs W W Bryson. She is accompanied to Columbus by her mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernadine Bryson
St. Marys of the Springs
Columbus
W. ‘W. Bryson
Baldersons and Dora Ragner Arrive in Columbus Today
W. R. Balderson and his son Junior, along with Dora Ragner, are in Columbus today for unspecified business or visit, with the party noted in local society listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Balderson and Son Junior
Sn Dora Ragner
Columbus
Athens Couple Guests Of City Kin Over Weekend
Mr. and Mrs. Don Burt of Athens visited relatives and friends in the city for a weekend stay on Saturday and Sunday.
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Don Burt
Athens
Ladies Aid Society entertains Miss Sheldon in Jacksonville
The Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. church in Jacksonville hosts Laura Sheldon of The Capitol College of Oratory Columbus on Tuesday evening March 29. A baked goods sale will be held in the basement after the entertainment.
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Ladies Aid Society
M. E. Church
Jacksonville
Laura Sheldon
Capitol College of Oratory
Columbus
Profiteer Cases Dismissed Under Lever Law
Seven anti profiteering cases brought under the Lever act were dismissed by the Supreme Court on government motion. One case involved the American Woolen Company while three others were against the Brooklyn Edison Company incorporated.
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Washington, Mar
Supreme Court
American Woolen Company
Brooklyn Edison Company, Incorporated
Nominations To Important Ambassador Ships Soon
Washington reports that President Harding will send nominations to the Senate for important ambassadorial posts after Congress convenes the special session. The announcements were learned today.
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Washington
Mar
Senate
Harding
Congress
Ohio Rivers Rise as Rain Surges Heightens Flood Fears
Cincinnati reports a maximum rain of 1.66 inches with 3.5 inches in Falmouth Kentucky triggering swollen rivers. The Ohio River level reaches 27 feet and continues to rise. An Italian scientist develops felt and cloth from spun glass for insulation in storage batteries.
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Cincinnati
Mar
Falmouth
Ohio
Oregon Senator Stanfield Former Speaker in State House
Oregon Senator Robert N. Stanfield, newly elected Republican, previously served as speaker of the Oregon House, marking a career shift to the U.S. Senate. Stanfield’s leadership in Salem is noted as his ascent to national politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Robert N. Stanfield
Ohio motorists press transfer deed in auto sales
The Ohio State Automobile Association urged an emergency measure to require a bill of sale for auto transfers, citing seven million dollars in yearly motor thefts. The judiciary committee approved the Atwood bill, with other bills backed by motorists including penalties for car theft and stricter traffic regulations, while association officials protested misrepresentations about existing statutes.
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Judiciary Committee
House
Ohio State Automobile Association
Ohio
Atwood
Association
Hopley
Green
Cornell
Edward
McCoy
Burk
Albaugh
Calvert
State Association
Charles C. Jones
Ohio State Automotive Trades Association
Automotive Trades Association
Police Question Elton Tate In Grabbing Case Near Athens
Elton Tate of The Plains, 18, was grilled by police to see if he is connected to a series of grabbing stunts last month. He was picked up after attempting to talk to an Athens State hospital nurse and was later seen talking to other girls on West Union Street. Mrs. Thor Olson, who was attacked, viewed Tate but did not positively identify him. Olson recalled the assailant wore a light gray coat, while Tate wore an army coat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elton Tate
the Plains
Tate
Athens State Hospital
Cady
West Union Street
Thor Olson
Messenger
Farmer
Crib
Pomeroy
Athens
Michaels
Thief Knocks Off Safe at Newport Station
A sledge hammer found on the floor of the C and O railway station in Newport indicates the safe was broken into during the night. About $170 was stolen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
C. and O
Meeting Postponed for General Motors Directors
A directors meeting of General Motors, originally set for March 31, has been postponed to April 5. The notice was issued today. The report mentions an inventor from Witnessman associated with a transforming couch and writing desk chair set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
General Motors Company
Public Forum Letter From Athen Farm and Labor Debate
A letter to the editor argues against the idea that farmers lack worker support, noting historical wage levels and prices. It urges close cooperation between farmers and workers, warns against open shop rhetoric, and stresses patriotism for home industries while urging unity among farmers and laborers.
Market Opening Shows Firm Tone Amid Bear Pressure
New York March 28. Monday morning trading at the New York Stock Exchange opened with a firm tone, continuing last week's relief from bear activity. Dividend actions and business reports influenced early moves as motor and wool stocks rose while mail order and rail shares lagged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York Stock Exchange
Earthquake Shocks Southwest Cal Tech Area Near Chicago
A severe earthquake was recorded by the University of Chicago seismograph, occurring about 1,261 miles away in the southwestern United States. It began at 1 55 A M and lasted until 6 35 A M with measurable tremors felt in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States
University of Chicago
Easter Service Draws Crowd Despite Vacations
Easter Sunday services at the First M. E. Church show strong turnout with 8438 total attendees across Sunday school including 380 women and 232 men. The program lists 28 officers and teachers, 11 visitors, and 801 scholars, with large classes led by Miss Dorothy Dent and others. total collection reported at $35.70.
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M’.E
Dorothy Dent
Porter
Vandyke
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St. Paul’s
Uncle Sam
William Eis
Alabama
France
America
M. Rene -Viviani
Association of Nations
Public Forum
Sam
Bennett's
Footane Ree
the Peoples Bank Co
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The
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Nelsonville, O
Beasley’s Garages
F. R. Beasley
Glouster
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