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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1924

Page

6

Summer Scout Camp Planned by Athens District Unit

The Athens Boy Scouts district, including Monroe Noble and nearby counties, plans a summer camp near Marietta from July 28 to August 31. Robert Cole led details, food prepared by skilled cooks, supervision by a captain, and a goal of wider friendships and future life benefits through interactions with southeastern Ohio troops.

Athens Monroe Noble Counties Robert Cole Southeastern Ohio O. C. Dunn Mariet C. A. Brown Woodsfield M. T. Hargard Caldwell Court of Honor Athens County Council J. J. Woolley 8. M. Johnson Homer C. Clark F. D. Forsythe National Council

Freckles Face Remedy Ad Promises Clear Complexion

An ad promotes Othine double strength for freckles with a money back guarantee. It targets Miss Freckle Face and claims a cosmetic improvement after one ounce purchased from a druggist, noting rare cases may require more.

Grimes and Riley Nuptials Linked in Feb ceremony

Miss Elia Welch Grimes of Grimesville wed Allen Riley Jr. of Nelsonville in a February 2 ceremony at a Maryland parsonage, with Vera Fulton of Athens as bridesmaid and Edgar Green as best man. The couple, both from Ohio, plan to reside in Nelsonville after June.

Vera Fulton Athens Edgar Green Brooklyn Navy Yards Garfield Grimes Allen Riley Nelsonville Riley Coal Co New Straits Dmeme Riley Chauncey Nelson- Vill

Local Church Meeting Notes Contain Fragmentary Remarks

Fragments from a church gathering describe an event near Chauncey with mentions of Mera Gardner and a Christ Church meeting. The text records a period of time and indicates informal, incomplete notes from the Wednesday afternoon session.

Mera M. J. Gardner Chauncey Christ

Columbus visitors include Po Garfield Grimes and Bing Johnston

City residents report Po Garfield Grimes and Bing Johnston visiting Columbus. The brief note lists the two individuals among local travelers seen in the city.

Garfield Grimes Bing Johnston Columbus

Nelson McCafferty longtime resident dies at 89

Nelson McCafferty, 89, a respected Chauncey area resident, died this morning after diabetes illness. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2:00 PM at Chauncey Church with Rev. G. C. Courtney officiating, burial in Greenland Cemetery. Survived by wife, three daughters Mrs L D Columbus, Mrs Wayne Cleland London, Mrs Dean Linécott Nelsonville, and son Clarence of Chauncey. a daughter Grace predeceased. brother Charles McCafferty of McArthur.

V. Nelson NecCafferty Chauncey Church of Ch CG. B. Courtney Gréénland McCafferty Vinton County Lile L. D Columbus Wayne Cleland Londen Dean Linécott Nelsonville Clarence McCafferty Chauncey Grace Charles McCafferty McArthur

Hines Goes to Charleston for New Employment

W. D. Hines of this city traveled to Charleston West Virginia yesterday seeking employment opportunities.

W. D. Hines Charleston W. Va

Couple Returns Home From Columbus Visit

Mr and Mrs J4c Schéondvéer traveled back to Chauncey today after visiting relatives in Columbus with Mr and Mrs W A Temples.

Schéondvéer Chauncey Columbus W. A. Temples

Illness of Clark Young Reported in Mound Street Home

Clark Young son of Mr and Mrs A I Preston is ill with the mumps at his home on Mound Street.

Clark A. I. Preston Mound Street

Mrs Mourne and son Glenois Leave for Athens Work

Mrs. Marie Mourne and her young son Glenois have left after several days as guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Hines to go to Athens where Mrs. Mourne will take up work.

Marie Mourne Glenois W. D. Hines Athens

Mrs B Hill Visits Chauncey With Gardner Family

Mrs B Hill of Montgomery West Virginia visits Chauncey as guest of her daughter Mrs Guy Gardner and family on High street after stopping to see relatives in Zanesville.

B. Hill Montgomery W. Va Chauncey Guy Gardner High Street Zanesville

Reverend Courtney Preaches at Church of Christ in Oriston

Rev G B Courtney spoke at the Church of Christ in Oriston last night delivering the evening service. His visit marked a notable appointment in the town with residents attending the service.

G. B. Courtney Orbiston Church of Christ

Dinner Honors Mrs N. O. Cheadlé at The Plains

Mr and Mrs Luther Cruikshank entertained Monday in honor of Mrs N O Cheadlé of Heart The Plains who was their guest and relative.

Luther Cruikshank

Boyish siege ends as Schooneeer leaves hospital

Mr. T. D. Schooneeer, who endured a seven day siege of the mumps, is able to go home after treatment and recovery.

T. D. Schooneeer

Off to Tennessee Two Local Men Plan Southern States Trip

William Myers of Chauncey and Gove Elliott Pyle of Doan'e left by motor Tuesday for a tour through the southern states. They aim to visit Stewart, Tennessee for a few days and expect to be gone several weeks.

Tennessee Willilam Myers Chauncey

Porter Couple Purchases Mill Street Grocer

Mr and Mrs Paul Porter of Chau Rave bought the gro shop on Mill Street formerly run by Mrs Bess Green.

Paul Porter Chau Rave Mill Street Bess Green

Plant testifies in damages suit over automo bile accident

In New York on May 1 Philip Morgan Plant read letters to the 15 million estate of Commodore Morton Plant during his testimony in Miss Helené Jesmer's $500000 damage suit. Jesmer says Plant caused the wreck that injured her and ruined her Follies career.

New York Philip Morgan Plant Commodore Morton Plant Helené Jeamer Follies Miss Jesmer Jesmer Piant

May Day confession ties Akron woman to murder

Luclle Johnson, 21, of Akron Ohio, admitted early today to stabbing James Sheppard to death on a city street last night. Her plea points to a possible long prison term if convicted.

Luckles Lucille Akron Luclle Johnson James Sheppard

Prescription Claim Attracts Rheumatism Sufferer

Rochester man Tames B Allen says a certain prescription cured his rheumatism after years of pain and helplessness. He claims impurities dissolved in joints and muscles were expelled, leading to recovery with remarkable speed. He warns others to seek the remedy from Giste, suggesting financial incentive for withholding details.

Allen Rochester

FEE BRABBERS OF OHIO COURT BROT TO LIGHT

A typewritten report in Attorney General Crabbe’s office reveals alleged abuse in Lucas County justice of the peace courts. Grizzled figures show one judge handled 1351 cases, others 897 and 385, with high costs dwarfing fines. The probe highlights the use of law for personal gain and notes foreign victims often unaware of U.S. procedures.

John A McNulty W.vi. N Columbus O Crabbe Chek of America Courts of Justice of the Peace Checka Ikussia Justice of the Peace Courts of Ohio Jucas County Killitts Toledo Lucas County H. H. Griswold Auditing Department of Griswold J. C. Tuttle

Tourists Visit Santo Domingo Pueblo Vendor in New Mexico

Clarence Indian, a Santo Domingo Pueblo resident in New Mexico, sells rings, baskets, and pottery to excursionists and travelers. Attorney Griswold notes local justice and mayor courts harmed prohibition efforts, saying the investigation nearly halted liquor-case activity in Lucas County and warned other courts statewide.

Clarence Santo Domingo Pueblo N. M

Bring Test Suit to Try Prohibition Act

Secretary of the Treasury Mellon was made principal defendant in a suit in the District of Columbia supreme court to test the validity of prohibition regulations limiting withdrawals of denatured alcohol for industrial use. The Standard Drug and Chemical Company of Baltimore filed the action.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Mellon District of Columbia Supreme Court Standard Drug and Chemical Company Baltimore

Rebel Leader Becomes Honduran Provisional President

General Vicente Tosta, a leading rebel chief who seized Tegucigalpa from the de facto government, has been elected provisional president as peace returns to Honduras after the revolution.

Washington Vincente Tosta Tegucigalpa Honduras

Oil Leases Made by Uncle Sam Long Ago

Assistant Secretary Finney told the Senate Public Lands Committee that Albert B. Fall initiated the policy of leasing large government lands to private interests. He noted that earlier leases for offset wells to protect the government against drainage were made by ex-Secretary John Barton Wayne.

Washington Albert B. Fall John Barton Wayne Finney Senate Public Lands Committee

Carpentier Beats Townley in Vienna Bout

Georges Carpentier the French idol knocked out Arthur Townley the British heavyweight in the second round in Vienna on May 1. Carpentier dominated from the start and secured a decisive victory.

Carpentier Vienna Georges Carpentier Arthur Townley

Missing man from county jail sparks manhunt across cities

Dayton police seek a missing man who vanished from the county jail two days ago. Authorities say the search expanded to multiple cities as efforts continue to locate him.

Dayton Ohio

Senator Wheeler tied to oil permit scheme, Montana case

Western oilman William W. Rhea testified before the Borah committee that Gordon Campbell discussed paying Wheeler a share of profits if a federal oil permit for Phil McGowan would be secured. Rhea described a January 15 1923 Great Falls meeting with Wheeler Campbell and Glosser. Wheeler did not respond when asked about a slice of profits.

WM. K. Hutchinson I. N Washington Wiliam W. Rhea Burton K. Wheeler Montana Rhéa Wheeler Rhea Gordon Campbell Borah Idaho Williams Spry The Land Office Bureau Phil McGowan Great Falls Campbell H. C. Glosser

Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Lifts Texas Woman

A sick young woman from Mart Texas reports rapid relief from nervous fatigue and bodily pain after using Pinkham's Vegetable Compound She says she can sew sleep and eat well again and now does chores from cooking to washing with renewed energy and cheer

Erin B.F. Beamont

Circus Bull Mar tha Promos at Athene Show

Noting ticket sales concerns, Mar tha the bull from John Robinson Circus headlines a Athene event. Circus activities slated for Thursday May 16 with performances advertised to attract families and visitors.

Martha John Robinson Circus Athene

Senator Wheeler Pay Talk Tied to Permit Deal

Rhea testified Wheeler never received money or further contact from the senator. Campbell said Wheeler could influence the general land office after election and implied a “big slice” of any permit payment. Wheeler did not reply. Rhea noted they discussed payments to Wheeler but he was silent. Rhea testified before the Montana grand jury against Wheeler.

Rhea Wheeler Campbell United States General Land Office Sterling Montéfia Grand Jury

Manila Man Receives Army Medical Reserve Appointment

About 9 Willpinos are receiving commissions in the United States Army Reserve in response to applications from Piliquine. Jesua Perez of Manila is first from the Philippines to join the Medical Reserve Corps of the Army.

Manila United States Army Reséré Jesua Perez Pirio Army

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