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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1918
Page
6
The writer weighs Jack Roth’s conduct and motives in a relationship, noting social reputation and debt history while suggesting reasons for his cessation of visits. The letter urges the recipient to view the lapse as possibly wise or fate driven, and to respond with friendship while awaiting future developments.
The Athens County Sunday School Association meets at First Christian Church Athens starting 7:00 Tuesday evening with a patriotic parade of Sunday Schools. A 100‑voice chorus, talks by Dr William A Moore and a war veteran headline the program.
Mrs. Wm. French of 18 Fern St. Athens testifies in 1914 that Doan's Kidney Pills cured her kidney trouble after six years of symptoms including swollen feet and blurry vision. She had previously endorsed the pills over two years earlier and again confirms their efficacy. The product is sold for 60 cents at dealers, Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY.
Regular practice of chewing food thoroughly is advised. If you experience trouble, take one Chamberlain's Tablet after supper as directed by health guidance.
Athens County soldiers from the 83rd Division star in a new film shown at the Opera House. The feature portrays camp life at Camp Sherman with sandbag filling, trench work, bayonet practice, bombardment, and soldiers going over the top. The film highlights recruits’ promptness and camp life scenes with Y M C A houses and leisure moments.
Tickets are selling for the second performance Monday after a Thursday show drew praise from the audience calling it the best minstrel ever in Athens. The same cast and chorus repeat all songs and features from the first night.
In Columbus court on Thursday Clyde Miller was arraigned on a wife’s complaint for failing to support three children. He received six months at the Columbus Workhouse and a $25 fine plus costs. Bernard Bowers of Nelsonville pled guilty to bastardy regarding Lillian Skiver’s unborn child and agreed to pay all costs and birth expenses. He posts a $500 bond to maintain the child until age sixteen to prevent public charges.
The article argues Hindenburg would sacrifice tens of thousands of troops to seize Ypres and nearby peaks Mount Kemmel Mount Rouge and Mount Des Cats to gain control of the rail line to Calais. It notes British potential withdrawal from Ypres and possible loss of Nieuport and Calais if German forces advance.
Sunday School at the Chilliaceies outlines Jesus standards from Mark 10 1 31 with Epworth League topic Progressive Christians Hebrews 6 12 6 1 2 Peter 1 1 11 and Christian Endeavor on Christian Duty and Privilege Conduct in the Home and School Ephisians 6 1 9 Mark 6 19 during a consecration meeting.
Dr. B. D. Evans will preach morning and evening services. Morning topic The Fullness of Life. Evening topic Life Won thru Death or Where are Our Soldier Dead. Morning Sunday school at 9 and church service at 10 30. Afternoon Prayer and Social meeting at 2 30. Evening Epworth League at 6 30 and church service at 7 30. This will be a War Sermon.
Rev R G Bowden pastor leads a full schedule with Sunday School at 9 00 a m and public worship at 10 15. Epworth League gathers at 6 30 p m followed by evening service at 7 30 p m with the pastor preaching at both services. A cordial invitation is extended to attend.
The church announces Sunday worship at 11:00 a m with the topic Everlasting Punishment and a Golden Text from Psalms 119 119. Sunday School follows at 9:45 a m and a Wednesday meeting at 7:30 p m. The public is welcome.
The pastor Dr. Wilcox will preach at both services. Miss Helen Battrick will lead the meeting for young people at six o'clock. Students for the Spring Term are welcomed at the Sabbath School and all services.
Pastor B F Timmons leads Sunday School at 9:00 a m sermon at 10:00 a m and children's meeting at 6:00 p m followed by Prayer and Praise at 7:30 p m A prayer meeting is set for Thursday at 7:30 p m All are invited to attend.
An enlistment at the local army recruiting office today brought Earl L. Shrieves of Hocking into the infantry. Seven men left for Columbus Barracks for assignment and will be counted in the May total. Athens office ranked second in the Central Ohio district with 22 enlistments.
The author cites Kellogg arguing for reduced pig farming to save corn and balance rations. He notes ironies of vegetarian logic, the energy used by animals, and Germany's move to cut pig numbers. The piece contemplates cutting pork to preserve food and perhaps favor corn resources.
Mrs Ollie Baker of Rome Center spent Thursday with her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Tresise. Harley Williams of Stewart and Ralph Williams of Guysville visited their parents Mr and Mrs Waldo Williams. Mrs C C Mansfield was at Stewart on business. Those who attended the commence at Stewart from here were Mrs Emerson Copeland Mrs Bertha Bean and son Ralph Mr and Mrs David Barker spent Saturday with friends in Guysville. Charles Pierce took his daughter Ina to the Logan Hospital Thursday for treatment. Charles Tresise George Rodahaver and C Bean were business visitors at Athens Monday. Branch and Wade Bean of Athens are guests of their parents Mr and Mrs K C Bean. Miss Lizzie Munn of South Canaan was calling on friends here Sunday. Mr and Mrs Emerson Copeland have moved to their new home near New England. Mrs Alice Bean was an Athens visitor Wednesday. Mrs Jane Smith and daughter Helen and sister Iva of Asbury spent Sunday with her father William A Willard.
The Church of the Good Shepherd invites all to attend Sunday services at 10 45 in the church on the corner of Carpenter and State streets. The service will close promptly at 11 45 to accommodate students departing. All are welcome.
Pattern describes combinations using gingham organza voile lawn foulard crepe and lingerie fabrics. Bolero can be finished separately. Cut in four sizes 6 8 10 12 years. size 8 uses 3 yards of 36 inch fabric for the dress and 3 4 yard for the bolero. Mail pattern illustration for 10 cents.
The Ohio War Board and Food Administration press sugar conservation to stockpile for the 1918 canning season. Citizens urged to cut sugar in tea and coffee, skip frosting, and eat less candy to build up a reserve. Alternatives include cane and corn syrups honey molasses and sorghum. An Spokane ice cream maker saves by using honey with milk and cream.
German officials claim the United States is driven by money and say the dollar is a weapon when wielded correctly, framing Washington's power in economic terms amid wartime tensions.
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