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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
3
Edward W. Pickard argues that after World War I a widening leveling process will reshape classes and power. He predicts mass demand will press governments and that the United States will face rising equality and preparedness as a key factor in stability.
The speaker argues that Americans must accept mutual respect for differing views and that universal military service is the essential preparedness program for after the war. The nation bears responsibility for postwar readiness, and the entire country should be involved, not just Congress or the administration.
Glouster Ohio wins 8 to 2 over Shawnee Sunday after a tight contest until the seventh inning. Rice dominates Shawnee throughout, giving Glouster one win for each side. decisive rematch slated in Glouster soon.
Wilmington Del May 12 A Red Cross dividend of 1 177 084 on DuPont common stock will aid the Red Cross drive starting May 20. The 2 percent payout is the largest so far by any company to support the war effort against Germany. DuPont was among the first firms last year to use corporate dividends for Red Cross purposes.
Columbus Ohio May 13 reports the Kentucky Oil and Development Company of Athens was incorporated for 20000 dollars by Clinton I Dixon E Emmett Parker Martin T Walsh Conrad Josten and John M Cox. The firm will operate in the Kentucky oil fields.
Nelsonville notices include a call for one or more hustling men to sell the Messenger noon edition, with papers arriving by traction at 12:45 and applications via Mrs. C. H. Bartlett. Also listed are real estate ad and community notes from the local church and residents.
Washington reports sufficient artillery including French 75s and 155 mm guns and heavy American railway artillery in France to meet army demands. Adequate machine guns are on hand for immediate use. all overseas troops have received full equipment and every infantryman abroad has been supplied.
Ashford Matheny of The Plains admitted guilt for operating an automobile while intoxicated and was fined 25 dollars plus costs. William Perry of Sugar Creek pleaded guilty to drinking liquor on the Hocking Sunday Creek traction line and was fined 10 dollars plus costs. Dan Lightfoot from Sugar Creek pleaded not guilty to similar delinquency with trial set for Wednesday at 9 A M. Frank Davis, also from the Sugar Creek area, pleaded not guilty to carrying a concealed weapon on the traction line car with trial scheduled for Wednesday at 9 A M.
The business houses of Athens will close Tuesday afternoon from 1 30 to 4 o clock on account of the funeral of Lieut George L Sherman.
In Columbus Ohio five Italian bake shops close for several days as punishment for failing to use at least twenty five percent wheat flour substitutes.
A Friday night Juniors banqueted the Seniors at the Presbyterian church with a blue and gold decor theme. The program featured toasts and musical performances by local singers and ensembles followed by a banquet for eighty attendees. A future musicale at the M E church for Red Cross funds is planned with local musicians participating and tickets at 25 cents.
The Junior Knitting Club was entertained Friday afternoon by Miss Ruth Kelch on Jefferson Street. Eleven young guests attended as they knitted squares for hospital bed spreads and light refreshments were served.
Miss Margaret Scott entertained several little friends for a sixth birthday party on Thursday afternoon. Chaperoned by Miss Hanna Evans, the lawn party featured games, music, a luncheon, and photographs. Guests included Alice Hawk, Margaret Bateman, Francis Lawson, Ruth Kelch, Elizabeth Edington, Mary Kessinger, Mary Pritchard, Helen Jackson, Virginia Eberle, Gladys Starkey, Annie Higgins, Jennie Cook, Joe Barnecut, Rebecca Sharp, Janice Mitchell, Lenore Owens, Margaret Weltzheimer, Mary Hudson, and Wilma Scott. Each guest took home a basket of candy as a favor.
Jas C Williams of Syracuse New York alleged army deserter now in custody after officers Pearson and Dew arrested him last night. Williams supposedly deserted from Battery B 15th Field Artillery in October and had moved around Nelsonville for days before capture. Army officers notified.
Troop No. 2 of the Boy Scouts hiked Saturday morning and shared an early breakfast on Initial Rock.
At the Methodist Episcopal Church a Sunday 7 o’clock service displayed a forty two star service flag, one star gold to honor a young man who died after enlisting.
Miss June Selbert hosted Camp Fire Girls at her Walnut street home Friday evening with games music and refreshments for Margaret Emish Philena Nelson Leta Lewis Anna Skiver Freda Smith Evelyn Hartley Corrine Grapple Mary Williams and guardian Miss Freda Smith Guest Virgie Seibert attended. Needle Club members enjoyed an afternoon at Mrs. L J Eberle on Columbus street with an elegant five o'clock luncheon for Harriett Preston L Rice Cc G Sheppard Harry Edington Ed Dean W W Poston R K R Stalter Mabel Barnecut L J Murphy Julius Vischer C E Welch Mabel Poston Abbie Benson and guests Mrs L D Johnson of Logan.
Lieut and Mrs S D Mann announce arrival of a fine little daughter at the Mann home. Lieut Mann of Spartaneburg D C is expected home soon. Mrs Ham Russell and son Charles of Athens and Mrs Lena Mahaffey and daughter Grace of Buchtel were Sunday guests of the Sweeneys. Geo Haines left for Columbus to report for Navy duty. Florence and Alice Mulligan of Columbus spent Sunday with their parents. Mr and Mrs J S Pritchard hosted Gilbert Preston of Athens. Roy Sayre visited Glouster with his mother. Clarel Dick of Columbus was guest of Miss Margaret Wilson. Dorothy Hoodler attended the Beta dance in Athens. Orrin Thacker of Columbus spent the weekend with his mother Mrs Marta Sheppard. Fred Johnson and Julius Shamansky, OSU students, were guests of the Lancaster family. Ruth Stratton visited Logan to see the Conaway grandparents. Leora McVickers of Columbus spent Mothers Day here with her mother. Adams street couple Mr and Mrs John Roscoe announce the arrival of a ten pound son. Clark Higgins Jr of Lancaster and family visited here.”
The Circle of Ruth meets tonight at 7 30 in the Presbyterian church social rooms. A pleasant social evening is planned and the group will elect officers during the session.
William Evans aged 18 was struck by southbound Hocking Valley train No 34 near the brick plant while guiding his brother away from the tracks. He was hurled about thirty feet, treated by Dr Till, then moved home to Carbon Hill. no serious internal injuries reported. Nearby residents and guests listed with travel plans and visits across several towns. Nelsonville edged Rope Hayes 3 to 1 in a fast game highlighted by Stewart's hitting.
Box score lists Grover with batting totals 808 727123 and fielding details for W Stewart Simpson and teammates. Stolen bases by Kimble B Stewart, sacrifice hits by Strausser, two base hits by Lewis Chaffin E Stewart, and three base hits by Taylor EB Stewart. Double plays by Anderson Lama BH Stewart. Pitchers Valentine 6 walks 9 strikeouts 1 hit by pitch Grady. Time 1 40 umpires Shackert Miss Gaynelle James Miss Nellie Reuter guests and local social notes follow.
The surgical dressings program reports rapid progress with 2310 4x4s ready for shipment. Quilting runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays under supervision of Mrs. Crouse and Mrs. Dvgan, with 40 on Friday nights and 380 dressings completed last week. Scraps of muslin and gingham are requested at Red Cross headquarters.
A German torpedo barely misses the vessel carrying the American Labor Mission aboard a cruiser in the Irish Channel. The incident, reported via a censored British note, caused minor damage and no injuries.
Dr. A Hi ard Smith of Marietta Ohio, a noted surgeon, has been commissioned again in the Army Medical Corps. He will leave June 2 for special work at the Rockefeller Institute in New York and later proceed to the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington.
Local retailer W. H. Brooks advertises a one week sale with discounts on household items. Buyers can find brooms, soap, crackers, salmon, bath products, canned fruit and tobacco at reduced prices in the North Court area storefront.
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