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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1927

Page

11

Ward selection fuels Europe bound twists and suspects

Billy Wells Nyda Winnie and others move into the Curtis home as wards for a year while Billy grapples with her music and a past romance with Clay Curtis. Namir Sadh foretells futures as the group debates romance, ambition, and town secrets in Colfax.

Billy Wells Nypa Lomax Winnie Shelton T. @ CURTS Billy Dal Romaine Clay Curtis Wells Truman Factory T. Q Nyda Winnie Europe

Pittsburgh Livestock Market Highlights

Hogs receipts at Pittsburgh market eased with 250 to 150 pounds and lighter weights trading. Prices noted around $10.65 to $11.00 for 130 pounds and heavier. 90 to 130 pound hogs at $7.00 to $11.10. Packing sows quoted at $8.00 to $8.50.

Pittsburgh

Cincinnati Produce Market Prices Update

Cincinnati market reports steady prices for fresh gathered firsts 20c and 19c for second quality 16c nearby ungraded at 20c goose 35c. The note lists unchanged rates and offers a snapshot of fresh produce costs for buyers.

Cincinnati

Chicago Produce Prices and Egg Receipts Report

Chicago market figures show Bee receipts at 9 956 with creamery extras 30 to 40 cents and standards at 40 percent. Firsts quoted 8 to 38 cents. Eggs receipts 26 648 with ordinaries 20 to 22 cents and firsts at 22 to 25 cents.

Chicago

Cincinnati Livestock Receipts and Market Summary

Cincinnati livestock receipts show 5 000 cattle 400 calves 900 sheep with a steady market. Beef steers 9.00 11.00, heifers 9.00 11.00, cows 6.00 7.50, sows 3.00 8.50, hogs 9.25 10.25 per cwt. lambs top 13.50, bulk fat lambs 11.00 13.50, feeder and stock buyers active.

Cincinnati

Unidentified Circus Rider Charles Adams Laid to Rest

Funeral services for Charles Adams sixty died on a train of John Robinsons circus were held at the West Union Street chapel at two this afternoon. Spanish War veterans conducted the service attended by no relatives with Rev A Wilcox presiding and Mrs Carmen Church singing. United States veterans bureau records failed to identify Adams and circus records show only his name. A few newspaper clippings in his pockets referenced Spanish war veterans as the only identification.

Charles Adams John Robinson West Union Street A. Wilcox Carmen Church United States Veteran's Bureau Adams

Perfect Attendance Marked at Robinett Ridge School

Miss Edith Mathena closed a term at Robinett Ridge May 11 with 13 pupils in attendance. Five had perfect attendance. students named include Paul Sickles Darrell Withers Denzil Withers Francis Bodkins and Johnnie Nelson. Boys averaged 98 percent and girls 96 with only one pupil failing. Every mother visited the school during the term.

Marshfield Edith Mathena Robinett Ridge Paul Sickles Darrell Denzil Withers Francis Bodkins Johnnie Nelson

Athens Red Cross flood relief funds pass key marks

Athens county's share of the Mississippi valley flood relief fund rose to over 1600 dollars today with total receipts and pledges at 1529 dollars. Red Cross and welfare groups continue to seek more aid and accept deposits at the Athens National Bank or the Bank of Athens as authorized depositories.

Athens County Red Cross Athens National Bank Bank of Athens American Red Cross

Strickler Named Heir to Portion of Barrows Estate

Probate court yesterday found Roy Strickler succeeds to 1 720.92 of Margaret Barrows estate. Esther Daniel and Rebecca Smith, sisters of the deceased, and Charley Jones heirs receive small shares. The gross estate was 3998.86 with 3008.36 in personal property and 9009 in real estate.

Roy Strickler Margaret Barrows Mr. Strickler Esther Daniel Rebecca Smith Charley Jones

Luhrig District Borrows Funds for Next School Year

The Luhrig special school district board voted to borrow money from the teachers' retirement fund under the Jones bill, matching its state allotment. Appointed teachers for next year include Naomi McNeal for grades five to eight, Ellen Murphy for grades one to four, and Mary Bales for Factory.

Luhrig Special School Dpd C. Chappel Luhrig Naomi McNeal Ellen Murphy Mary Bales Factory

Positions Open At Athens Post Office

J L C Kelly secretary of the civil service board announces civil service tests open for competitive examinations. Posts include occupational therapy aide junior surveillance inspector assistant structural draftsman assistant marketing specialist assistant chief marketing specialist senior freight transportation rate and traffic clerk inspector anti narcotic act and others. Kelly has complete information.

Athens J. L. C. Kelly Civil Service Board Mr. Kelly

Mt Hermon Sewing Club Reorganized At Church

Six girls enrolled in the Mt Hermon sewing club which was reorganized last week at the Mt Hermon church. County Farm Agent T H Johnson outlined the year’s work and summer plans include camps and county activities. Next meeting set for May 14 with Daisy Burns as president and Frances Carpenter as vice president.

Mt. Hermon

Stailey Addresses Ath en Kiwanis on Four Lines of Endeavor

C. E. Stailey, ex-head of Athens city schools now active in YMCA work in Columbus, spoke at the Athens Kiwanis lunch at Hotel Berry. He, a former Kiwanis leader in Athens, discussed applying the Golden Rule across business religion education and government.

C. E. Stailey Athens Columbus Athens Kiwanis Club Hotel Berry Mr. Stailey Kiwanis Stailey Kiwanians

Ohio University Students Stage Three One-Act Plays

A large audience in Ewing Hall watched Ohio University students perform three one-act plays last night. The recital showcased heavy dramatic content with strong tragedy as students demonstrated careful directing and studied technique across the pieces.

Ohio University Ewing Hall

Phillips' Dental Magnesia toothpaste promotes bright teeth

A dental advertisement claims Phillips' Dental Magnesia toothpaste delivers a springy breath and hygienic mouth conditions. It credits magnesia with neutralizing acids, penetrating plaque, killing acids instantly, and protecting teeth day and night. The copy urges daily use to beautify teeth and sweeten breath.

Phillips

McAdoo Dies at 77 in Athens Home

Henry McAdoo 77 died suddenly this morning from heart disease at his South High street home after weeks of illness. Retired merchant, he lived in Athens fifteen years and had worked in Mineral and Roseville. Survived by widow, son RE D McAdoo of Bellefontaine, daughter Madge at home, one grandchild Virgene, sister Mrs Helen Thurness of Columbus. burial at Roseville. funeral arrangements pending.

Henry McAdoo South High Street Roseville McAdoo Athens First Methodist Church RE. D. McAdoo Bellefontaine Madge McAdoo Virgene McAdoo Helen Thurness Columbus

Merriman Recital At Ohio University Ewing Hall

Kathryn Merriman, pupil of Miss Sirhouse T. Arpee, will present a four part senior recital at Ewing Hall Auditorium, featuring Grieg Ballade, Chopin Funeral March, Grainger, Godowsky Tambourin, Debussy Reflets Dans L Eau, Liszt Hungarian Rhapsody No 2, and Scharwenka Concerto No 3 in C sharp minor. Orchestral parts will be played by Miss Arpee. The public is invited.

School of Music Ohio University Kathryn Merriman Ewing Hall Miss Merriman Sirhouse T. Arpee Grieg Chopin Grainger Godowsky Debussy Liszt Scharwenka Miss Arpee

Athens High School Girl Reserve Elects Officers

Athens high school student group elected officers for the coming year. Christine Porter is president, Doris Gies icke vice president, Virginia Larimer secretary, and Pearl Blackwood treasurer.

Athens High School Reserve Christine Porter Athens High School Doris Giesicke Virginia Larimer Pearl Blackwood

Runion Family Holds Farewell Dinner Before Move

May 11 Coolville notes a farewell dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Robert Runion of Carthage who plan a move to a farm near Albany. Attendees included H. J. Runion and son Porterfield. L. A. Person and E. J. Person of Huntington. F. G. Runion and Mrs. Ann Runion of Coolville.

Coolville Robert Runion Carthage Albany H. J. Runion Porterfield L. A. Person Pomeroy E. J. Person Huntington W. Va F. G. Runion Ann Runion

Owens Family Hosts Out-of-Town Guests For Summer

Mr. and Mrs. L. Owens welcomed Miss Freda Owens of Alliance as a summer guest along with Frank Barnett Mrs. T. J. Compton and Clarence Archer from Mineral Wells West Virginia Mr. and Mrs. Will Cooper and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Carle of Parkersburg attended the Sunday gathering.

L. Owens Freda Owens Alliance Frank Barnett T. J. Compton Clarence Archer Mineral Wells W. Va Will Cooper Robert Carle Parkersburg

Local Notes From Parkersburg and Troy Area

Ray Dunfee and sister Mabel Campbell were in Parkersburg Saturday. G. W. Anderson of Parkersburg was a guest here Sunday. Eugene Dixon and baby of Athens visited Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Russell Sunday. Mrs. Hattie Fletcher left for Parkersburg Tuesday. Bert Nelson of Washington D C spent weekend with relatives here. Alice Russell was in Athens last week. A. C. Mills of Columbus spent the end of the week with family here. Arthur, hurt in a fall, is convalescing at Mercy Hospital. Mrs. Cc. H. Ford shows slight improvement after a serious illness. Cc. C. Wigal shelves a room for groceries in his hotel. The Wilson building nears completion with plate glass in place. The Troy senior class staged Robin Hood at the auditorium Monday. attendance was strong.

Ray Dunfee Mabel Campbell Parkersburg G. W. Anderson Eugene Dixon Baby Athens A. C. Mills Columbus Arthur Mercy Hospital Cc. H. Ford Cc. C. Wigal Wilson Robin Hood Troy High School

Local Movements and Happenings in Athens Area

Carpenter Mrs. D. F. Romine and Mrs. Lenora Sleeth were in Athens on Monday. Donald Swearingen moved his family to Romine's house last week. Cliff Wood family returned from Columbus with daughter Elfie who has been treated at Mt. Carmel hospital. Columbia high school commencements Friday featured five two year course graduates Evans Rutherford George Albert Radekin Eddie Lou Howery Lewis Wey and Elden Conner. Jasper Wood dislocated his shoulder Saturday morning. Dr. Pedigo of Athena treated Mathias Wood who remains seriously ill. Clint Jewell and daughter Dawn were in Columbus Friday. Clinton Gilkey and family of Harrisonville visited Mrs. Libby Reeves on Sunday. Wanda Starkey suffered a serious nose bleed one day last.

Donald Swearingen Dyesville D. F. Romine Cliff Wood Columbus Elfie Mt. Carmel Hospital Columbia High School F. B. Church Evans Rutherford George Albert Radekin Eddie Lou Howery Lewis Weyand Elden Conner Jasper Wood Pedigo Athena Mathias Wood Clint Jewell Dawn Clinton Gilkey Harrisonville Libby Reeves Wanda Earl Starkey

Local Visitors And Family Gatherings Highlight Week

Walter Romine of Rutland visited D. F. Romine on Sunday. Mrs. A. W. Rupe and daughters Frances and Freda were in Albany. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Dudgeon, previously cooks on N C camp cars, have returned home. Mrs. Anna Cleveland and daughters Reva and Freda Dexter were guests of Mrs. Dale Stansbury and family.

Walter Romine Rutland D. F. Romine A. W. Rupe Frances Freda Albany J. 8. Dudgeon Anna Cleveland Reva Dexter Dale Stansbury

Midol touted as quick relief for menstrual pain

An advertisement extols Midol as natural fast acting relief for cramps. It claims the remedy targets only menstrual organs, avoids habit forming drugs, and delivers comfort in five to seven minutes. Available in drugstores for 60 cents in a slim aluminum box.

Wong

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Curtis iCurtis Colfax Cordelia Blount Knox Secretarial School Professor Navratil Navratil Mrs. Wells Clay Crystal Constance Bradley Constance Hut Namir Cal Ralph Daddy Curtis Namir Sadh Pat Miss Williams India Destiny Pilow Barrows Fstatf School Board of Athens City Schools Phillips’ Ik Chas. H. Phillips Co Lake Shore Drive Washington Tubes Dean Water Hole Nigotta T. H. McAdoo Mineral and Merriman Recital Lenora Sleeth
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