Local social notes and travel plans of residents
Mr and Mrs Hull Foster Jr depart for Long Beach California for the summer. Mrs F M Imes sails to Detroit for weeks with Bert Morse and Carl Stickney. Mrs John Erskine of Evansville stays with the Stonings at 173 North Congress. Flora Hoisington returns from Greenfield to Floyd Hoisington and M T Rose. Prof and Mrs C C Growdon and Marjorie depart for Akron for a funeral. H C Baker and hosts near Columbus. George C Parks returns from Cleveland with Mrs Parks visiting James P Wood Jr. Mrs G W Baker goes home to Pleasantville after two weeks with Harvey C Baker. Mrs C S McDougal hosts Sunnyside Needle club Wednesday at 2. David McKee and Nellie visit the Carsey family. McKee sister of the Carseys who have been ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Stickney
North
Congress Street
John Erskine
Evansville
Ind
Flora Hoisington
Greenfield
Floyd Hoisington
M. T. Rose
George C. Parks
Cleveland
Parka
James P. Wood Jr
David McKee
Nellie
Logan
George Carsey
Brown Avenue
McKee
Carsey
Pickering Returns After Banner-Winning Summerfield Track
Kenneth Pickering came home after a successful school year as Summerfield track teams earned two banners out of three at the Noble County meet. The event drew all Noble County schools to compete for honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenneth Pickering
Summerfield
Noble County
Mrs Atkinson Leaves for Akron After Cousin's Death
Mrs. H. L. Atkinson travels to Akron due to the death of her cousin Dr. J. T. Browdon. Miss Ruth Growdon, daughter of the deceased, is an Athens High School graduate from 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. L. Atkinson
Akron
J. T. Browdon
Ruth Growdon
Athens High School
Misses Brobard and Syx Visit Columbus Junior Highs
Edith Brobard and Fern Syx spend a week in Columbus visiting junior high schools in preparation for teaching next year at The Plains junior high. Both were recently re elected to The Plains where they have seen strong results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Brobard
Fern Syx
Columbus
Plains
Brobard
Miss Syx
Townsend and Porter families travel. Athens meeting set
Mr. Charles Townsend and Mr. Harvey Porter leave on a business trip to Jackson Michigan. Mrs Townsend stays with Mrs Porter and Miss Helen Townsend at 180 East State Street. Ohio University Kindergarten Mothers Association to hold its May meeting in Ellis Hall on May 12 from 2 30 to 4. The program features the children and serves as the annual Play Festival for mothers. All mothers and association members are invited. No kindergarten Wednesday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Townsend
Afton
Harvey Porter
Jackson
Mich
Kindergarten Mother’s Association of
Ohio University
Ellis Hall
Kindergarten Mothers’ Association
Athens Couple Wed in Shreveport War Romance Wedding
Announcement from Athens Friends reports Agnes Barrie Meade of Wayland New York married Karl Morrison Barth formerly of Athens Ohio on May 5 1920 in Shreveport Louisiana. Ceremony at J T Palmers home conducted by Rev George S Sexton. They plan a New Orleans Gulf Coast honeymoon and will reside at 512 College Street Shreveport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Shreveport
Agnes Barrie Meade
Karl Morrison Barth
Shreveport Times
J.T. Palmer
Fairfield Avenue
Wayland
New York
Camp McClellan
Alabama
Mr. Barth
Gertrude Morrison Barth, E
Ohio
Marie Morrison Hoobler
Coolville
Ohio Visitors Stay With Mr and Mrs Palmer Shreveport
Ohio residents who spent the winter with Mr Barth in Minden are now guests at the home of Mr and Mrs Palmer Shreveport Louisiana and remain in their hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Athens Native Barihb Marry Nurse Barth in Army Nurse Service
Mr Barihb of Athens wed nurse Barth whose career spanned from Rochester and St Vincent hospital training to army nurse service. She served during the flu epidemic at Camp Devons and was later at McPherson and Camp McClellan. Barihb had local business work before serving from 1918 to 1919, earning lieutenant’s commission at Camp Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barihb
Athens
Athens High School
Ohio University
Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
Athens Book and News Co
F. R. Beasley Sales Co
Nelsonville
Coolville
Coolville National Bank
Camp Sherman
Barth
Camp
Joseph I. Johnson
Syracuse WN. Y
Camp McClellan
Ala
College Auditorium Concert by Woman's Music Club
The program for Thursday evening at 7 30 features a guest from Middleport and performances by soprano contralto and piano soloists. Pieces include Puccini Vissi darte Debussy Danse Profane Haendel Capriccio Saint Saens and more with ensemble songs and two pianos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College
Woman's Music Club
H. R. Wilson
Music of the Allies
Arne
C. Scott
Hizey
Rachel
Salter
Rauch
Haendel
Leach
Vellanelle
Dell ‘Acqua Spring
Henschel
Fowler
Pupils Recital at Mrs Blackburns Residence
Friday afternoon at 3 30 the following pupils gave a recital at the residence of their teacher Mrs William Blackburn Norma Ferguson Kathleen Ferguson Eleanor Hill Pauline Hill Jennie Graham Wyona Gardner Vada Dart Glennis Daugherty Lucille Bradfield Dorothy Minister Pearl Wharton Ruth Wharton
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Blackburn
Norma Ferguson
Kathleen Ferguson
Eleanor Hill
Pauline Hill
Jennie Graham
Wyona Gardner
Vada Dart
Glennis Daugherty
Lucille Bradfield
Dorothy Minister
Pearl Wharton
Ruth Wharton
Dr Parker's Treatment for Indigestion and Constipation
Columbus man C R Kerns credits Dr Parker's Treatment for ending three years of severe indigestion and misery causing work loss. He says four boxes cured him and he endorses the remedy for others. If not improved, money back. Sold by The Cline Pharmacy Co McKee Drug Co and Lash's Drug Store.
A Throne Restored Prince’s Hearing Miracle
The article recounts Prince Don Jaime, son of Queen Victoria and King Alfonso of Spain, born deaf and mute. After 12 years of failed treatments by European physicians and two unsuccessful operations, chiropractor Johnson May in London corrected a displaced back joint pressing nerves to the ear, restoring hearing and enabling speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Jaime
Victoria
Alfonso
Spain
Biarritz
Fribourg
Switzerland
Johnson May
London
Chicago Herald-Examiner
Notice of Special Meeting Athens Encampment No 1751
Special meeting of Athens Encampment No 1751 O O F Tuesday evening May 1st with work in the Golden Rule Degree under Wm. One Recy 610-2 a.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Dr Williams Pink Pills touted as nerve and blood booster
An advertisement urges rebuilding blood to strengthen nerves citing Mrs. C G Fridinger of Portsmouth Ohio who says Dr Williams Pink Pills cured her debility headaches buzzing sleep and appetite problems. The offer notes availability from local druggists or by mail with a free booklet from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. G. Fridinger
Walnut Street
Portsmouth
Ohio
Dr. Williams
Dr. Willams’ Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Local Springfield Woman Credits Trutona With Health Gain
Mrs. Elizabeth Baker of 342 West Jefferson Street Springfield says Trutona cured her long standing stomach trouble. She reports improved appetite, relief from gas and pain, regular bowels, no headaches or dizziness, and better sleep. Trutona is being promoted at Cline's Pharmacy in Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Trutona
Elizabeth Baker
West Jefferson Street
Athens
Cline
Bulgarian Blood Tea Promised to Cure Ills and Flush System
An advertisement claims Bulgarian Blood Tea improves health by sweetening the stomach moving the bowels flushing the kidneys and purifying the blood with a note that millions now use it to avoid sick spells. A separate item announces a patented steel heel plate attachable to any horseshoe.
Ohio County Expenditures 1918 Athens County Figures
State Auditor Vic Donahey releases 1918 comparative statistics for Athens County showing population 52,546 and total tax revenues of 174,587.21. The report details new construction costs, maintenance expenses, specific item costs, and county debt level, noting per capita figures and departmental expenditures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic Donahey
Ohio
Bureau of Inspection and Supervision of Public Offices
Athens County
Speeding crackdown at Athens state hospital grounds
The first arrest under a new speed limit enforcement at Athens state hospital occurred Monday. Lawrence Goodrich pleaded guilty before Mayor Roush to driving too fast on hospital grounds, paying $10 and costs after an affidavit by Special Officer J. W. Knox. Several patients have been struck by autos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens State Hospital
Lawrence Goodrich
Roush
Goodrich
J. W. Knox
Patrols to curb speeding in city traffic
The city will deploy an officer for patrols to enforce traffic rules beyond speeding. Mack Wilder, a Lostro Company demonstrator, was arrested Monday and fined ten dollars plus costs by Mayor Roush for speeding, based on an affidavit by Chief Bolin. Speeders are warned by this arrest against fast driving in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mack Wilder
Lostro
Roush
Bolin
Veterinarian Beechy to Visit Athens for Sheep Health Demos
Dr. L. B. Beechy extension specialist in veterinary medicine at Ohio State University will be in Athens tomorrow to photograph local sheep conditions and demonstrate treatment methods for diseased flocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Beechy
Athens
Athens County
Beechy
Ohio State University
Remarkable Springfield statement on Nerv Worth relief
Allen Stanton of Plattsburg Route 1 near Springfield Ohio reports his wife suffered nervous trouble noise sensitivity and digestive issues for years. After using Nerv Worth she is no longer troubled and would not do without it. McKee Drug Co sells Nerv Worth in Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Troupe Drug Co
Allen Stanton
Plattsburg
P. O
O McKee Drug Co
Athens
California Syrup of Figs Ad Sparks Pediatric Recall
A vintage ad from a California publication touts "California Syrup of Figs" as a child laxative. It highlights its gentle effect and positions the product as a trusted remedy for families.
California Syrup of Figs Remedy Claim
An instruction urges parents to verify the label Cali fornia to ensure the product is a safe laxative for children. It extols a fruity taste and promises relief for stomach liver and bowels. Pull directions on every bottle and say California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Eighth Grade Commencement Planned for Local Districts
Eighth grade commencement exercises for Athens township Waterloo township Luhrig and Mineral schools set for Thursday at 7 pm in Ellis Hall auditorium. Supt. Root to deliver the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Township
Waterloo Township
Luhrig and
Mineral Schools
Ellis Hall
Supt. Root
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Michal “Stern
Michaels Stern
Fashion
O. K
Fashion Park
P.S
B. M. Covert
Mr. Covert
E. State
Hull Foster Jr
Long Beach
Calif
F. M. Imes
Detroit
Bert Morse
CC. H. Growdon
Marjorie
J. T. Growdon
H. C. Baker
No. 15
South High Street
G. W. Baker
Pleasantville
Harvey C. Baker
S. High Street
C.S. McDougal
South College Street
Sunnyside
Needle Club
Wednaday
Clutsam
Easant
Scott & Bowne
Scott's
Ferritone Chemical
Council Bluffs
Iowa
BaSe
Jacksonville
S. Court St
DR. Beechy
Nero
Pennsylvania
Hardware Company
P. D.J
Owl Chemical Con
Terre Haute
Harland Barnes
Gardiner
Maine
The
Kerr Hardware Co
Womens Music Club
McKee’s
Phonograph
C. V. Strawn
J. A. Maxwell
Swanson Furniture Co
Athens Nelsonville
N. Court
Moler Auto Sales
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