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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1926

Page

2

Juniors Seniors Banquet Launches Middleport Graduation

Middleport May 5 juniors and seniors to dine at the K of Hall for the start of commencement events. Class of 29 students includes 23 girls and 6 boys. Class night set for Thursday at the Masonic temple with a long program featuring music, essays, and recitations by Glee Club members. The commencement will be Friday at the Masonic temple instead of the planned Presbyterian church.

Middleport K.of Hall Middleport High Temple Schubert High School Dent Vaude Vance TOG Ge Kesccee Gladys Lamberto Uth Bradbury Josephine Russell Blit Health Effie Mae Stewart Future of Cooperative Aldo Erlewinemerica Amy Worthington Ophone LeLand Saxton Edgar Tuckerman World Court Lawrence Curtiss Hubert Pullins Err Herman Hill Audell Phillips Jeannette Beverage Ruth Bradly Frances Grate Mary McLain Phine Russell Mabel Waddell A. W. McKay Masonic Presbyterian Church Otto Geison Glee Club Irma Geison A. V. C. Skinner The Florinel Conway So Diplo Cyrurk E Eesees J. C. Fisher i Leaionen C. A. Fowler

Legion Entertained By Mrs Wesse in Middleport

Mrs E B Wesse of Second Street hosted the American Legion at her Middleport home Monday evening. An interesting meeting is reported to have been held.

Legion Middleport E. B Wesse Second Street American Legion

Mrs Mary Smith Staken by Death in Middleport

Mrs Mary Smith 77 died at her home on Third and Walnut Tuesday morning from acute indigestion. She leaves two sons John and Earl of Theport and two daughters. The body will be taken to Poka West Virginia for funeral services.

Middleport

Workman Injured at Burford Garage

May 56 report from Smiddleport says John le suffered an injury at the Burford garage while at work with unknown exact extent.

Smiddleport John le Burford

Eye Conservation Highlighted by Eve Specialist at Rotary

Howard D. Minchin of Ohio State addressed the Athens Rotary on eye preservation and the impact of artificial light on sight. He traced eye development from birth, warned of work-related eye strain, and urged parental care and regular eye inspections to reduce industrial losses from vision problems.

Howard D. Minchin Ity College of Applied Ics Ohio State University Athens Rotary Club Tel Berry M. Covert Athens Optometrist Tor Minchin Minpain Erte

Pomona Grange to Meet in Albany

Athens county Pomona grange will hold a special meeting in Albany on Wednesday evening May 12 for drill practice and degree work. The meeting will begin at as early an hour as possible and lunch will be served with each attendee contributing something.

Stewart Athens County Pomona Grange Albany

Athens County Camp Applicants Fill Quota Fast

Athens county aims to fill the fifty five quota for the Citizens Military Training Camp. Twenty seven have registered so far and officials expect full enrollment within two weeks. Doctor examiners and local registrants including Byron C. Rees and Belford Vercoe are listed among those preparing to join.

Athens County A. F. ‘Myers Ohio University Athens Ohio Chas. C. Butt Nelsonville Pauli R. McLaughlin Guysville E. G. Pedigo E. I. Stanley Albany Byron C. Rees University Terrace Belford B. Vercoe Franklin Avenue Earl O. Wilson Emmett R. Blair Coolville Harold A. Conklin Robert L. Noon Jacksonville Byron F. Shirkey Clyde T. Vernon 4Th Street Harold K. Woodyard Palmer 6Th John D. Hill Millfield Robert Paul Pierce Church Street Francis L. Sanders Grover Street Emmett W. Whan R. D James E. Foster Millillfield James C. Gillespie Everett W. Graham Daniel Geo. Carter Main Street Glouster Elden C. Antle Trimble James R. Graham Neilsonville John A. Rainey Jonathan M. Rainey Box Stanley E. Howard Anthony W. Grubik Charles W. Sanders Harry Vilas Jonas Clarence G. Pidcock Kermit J. Sawyer

Indiana selects same senators in primary

Indiana's incumbent Republican U S senators were endorsed by the party and chosen to return to the Senate in a May primary. Returns from precincts showed long term nominee James E. Watson leading with 35 484 votes to Claris Adams 13 501. short term candidate Arthur R. Robinson led with 23 837 over Arch G. Graham 11 865 and Oswald Ryan 5 161.

Indianapolis Indiana United States Senate James E. Watson Claris Adams Arthur R. Robinson Arch G. Graham Oswald Ryan

Meeting at First Baptist Church Wednesday May 6

The First Baptist church at Lancaster and Carpenter streets invites all members to an important meeting at 7 30 p m on Wednesday May 6 followed by a trustees meeting. This is the last church meeting before the Ohio Baptist association convention in Zanesville which begins May 10.

First Baptist Church Lancaster and Carpenter Streets Convention of the Ohio Baptist Association Zanesville

Spanish Aviator Recalls Madrid to Manila Flight Crash

Captain Loriga aboard the Patria recounted how his plane from Madrid to Manila was smashed in Tinpak 100 miles north of Kwang Chow Wan Bay due to bad weather and engine trouble. He said the descent occurred on rocky terrain after the aircraft was forced down and the crew survived.

Macoa China Madrid Manila Tinpak Kwang Chow Wan Bay Loriga Patria

Millionaire wish prompts two million dream

A playful musing questions wealth and ambition as the writer imagines how a million dollars might grow into two million, mixing humor with a forward look at opportunity and aspiration.

Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy Claims Cure For Stomach Ailments

A testimonial asserts that four years of stomach catarrh improved after taking Mayr’s, with the product said to remove intestinal mucus and ease inflammation. One dose is claimed to prove efficacy, with a money back guarantee. Distributed by McKee Drug Co and local retailers.

Mayr McKee Drug Co Athens Gem 'Co Nelsonville Gruggists

Sandles Demands Showdown With Governor Donahey

Ottawa candidate A P Sandles calls on Governor Vic Donahey to declare if he seeks a third term. He claims hundreds of appointees are devoting time and state resources to promote a possible reelection and asks for clear instructions to stop using state resources for a third term bid.

Sandles Donahey Columbus U.P Vic Donahey A. P. Sandles Ottawa Judson Harmon James M. Cox

Mexican Mines Taken Over Adds Subsoil to Nation

Mexico City May 5. President Calles using extraordinary power declared subsoil properties in Mexico national property. Mines join petroleum holdings in state control, prompting protests from foreign operators expected.

Mexico City U.R Calles Congress Mexico

Sailors Arrive as Strike Paralyzes South Shields

In South Shields England a destroyer and a submarine arrived and anchored in the harbor while a strike kept about one third of the male population idle.

South Shields England

Wayne County Sited for Northeastern Ohio Institution

A welfare advisory report to State Welfare Director Harper recommends Wayne County for the state's new Northeastern Ohio institution for the feeble minded, with alternative sites near New London and Ravenna. The Apple Creek farm in Wayne County is named as the proposed site.

Columbus O.R Apple Creek Wayne County Ohio Harper Welfare Department Advisory Committee New London Ravenna

Norge dirigible to depart Spitzbergen for North Pole

Oslo reports the Amundsen Ellsworth Nobile expedition plans to launch the Norge from King's Bay Spitzbergen early next week in a bid to reach the North Pole. The craft left Leningrad today for King's Bay and is expected to arrive in Spitzbergen on Friday.

Oslo Norway Amundsen-Ellsworth-Nobile King’s Bay Spitzbergen North Pole Leningrad Spitzberg

Summer Break Sparks Grumble Over Local Trades

The line hints at seasonal changes when residents shift focus from coal dealer scale issues to morning disputes with the ice man, reflecting summer tensions and everyday commerce frustrations.

Glouster Declares Clean-Up Week With Kiwanis Help

Mayor Park proclaims a city-wide clean-up week to clear winter rubbish. The Glouster Kiwanis Club pledges strong cooperation as alleys are cleaned and trash hauled away. Property owners must remove burnable waste and cover hauling costs themselves. An enforced dumping ban will be enacted thereafter.

Glouster Mayor Park Glouster Kiwanis Club

David Johnson Chosen Clerk after Board Vote

In Glouster on May 5 a decision by the election board selected David Johnson of Athens as clerk after a coin flip. Republican members backed the current clerk while Democratic members backed William J. Wright of Buchtel, a former Glouster resident. Johnson previously lived in the city.

Glouster William J. Wright Buchtel Wright David Johnson Athens Johnson

Drunk defendants fined in Glouster court

May 5 report from Mayor Park’s court lists Jimmie Winner of Trimble fined $5 and costs for drunkenness and a Jacksonville man named Swindell fined $19 and costs. Arrests were made by Constable Blower.

Glouster Mayor Park Jimmie Winner Trimble Swindell Jacksonville Blower

Many Here for Dunnett Funeral

In Glouster on May 5 a list of out of town mourners attending the funeral for Charles Dunnett is reported. Included are Mr. and Mrs. Vaughn Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Clyde James and son Robert Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dunnett Mr. and Mrs. Everett Dunnett Mr. and Mrs. Ray Vincent and son Ray.

Dunnett and Hoak Families Gather in Ohio and Carbondale

A group including Miss Grace Dunnett of Columbus Mrs Ellen Hoak Mr and Mrs Peter Hoak Mrs Rena Hoak James Hoak George Frank Rob ert Frank Mr and Mrs Harry Pollock Mr and Mrs 8 M Dun lap Mrs Margaret Crow and Peter Stanley of Carbondale Mrs Nannie Hester of Mineral Mr and Mrs Robert Dunnett James Dunnett Edwin Dunnett Paul Donavan and Dan Donavan of Toledo attended a family gathering in the region.

Grace Dunnett Columbus Ellen Hoak Peter Hoak Rena Hoak James Hoak George Frank Robert Frank Harry Pollock

Glouster Highs to Meet Plains Team Friday

Glouster high school ball team S scheduled to play The Plains high school team at the American Legion ball grounds Friday at 3 30 oclock. Glouster won its first game this season against the alumni team.

Glouster Glouster High School Plains High School American Legion Glouster High

Dean Chubb to Speak at Glouster Mother's Day Memorial

Dean E W Chubb of Ohio University Ath ens will deliver the address at the Mother's Day memorial at Glouster Opera House Sunday evening at 8 o'clock.

Dean Chubb Glouster Dean E. W. Chubb Ohio University Athens Mother’s Day Glouster Opera House

Miss Mildred Martin Visits Relatives During Vacation

Miss Mildred Martin a Charleston business college student spends two weeks with relatives and friends in this city and with her parents Mr and Mrs William Martin at Bartlett during the vacation period.

Mildred Martin Charleston Mrs William Martin Bartlett

Cabinet Crisis Looms as Ministers Resign

In Brussels on May 5 a cabinet crisis loomed as Colonial Minister Roton and interior minister Baron Rollin Jacquemine resigned. Their departures unbalanced cabinet representation among various parties.

Brussels U.P Roton Rollin Jacquemine

U S S Cleveland Ordered From Panama to Nicaragua

The U S S Cleveland was sent from Panama to Bluefields Nicaragua to protect American citizens and property amid the revolution. The move was announced in Washington as U P reports.

Washington U.P U. S Cleveland Panama Bluefields Nicaragua

Old Clock Repaired at Rye Paris Church

The famous Rye Paris church clock from 1515 has been repaired through charitable golfers including many Americans. Rye hosts a premier English golf course and clubs.

London Rye Paris England

French franc slips to new low as Briand calls cabinet

Paris May 5 Premier Briand summoned his cabinet to discuss measures to halt the record slump of the franc. The meeting will also address the Moroccan situation. The dollar traded at 31.51 francs and the pound at 153 francs.

Paris U.P Briand

Ohio University Graduation Recital Opens season

Many people attended a piano recital by Irene Witham, pupil of Mrs. Robinson, in Ewing auditorium. It opened a series of senior graduation recitals at Ohio University. Next, Ruth Mary Macklin will sing Thursday as a contrasting recital.

Irene Witham C. ¢c. Robinson Ewing Auditorium Ohio University Ruth Mary Macklin Joy Cutler

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