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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1920

Page

2

Pearl Hayhurst Weds A C Pell In Coolville Ceremony

This morning at 8 15 Pearl A Hayhurst of Coolville married A C Pell of Garrett Indiana. Rev C L Strecker officiated at the First M E parsonage. Attendants included Pell’s brother J W Hayhurst and sister Lillie of Coolville. Pell, a railroad conductor, will move to Garrett with his bride.

Pearl A. Hayhurst Coolville A. C. Pell Garrett Ind C. L. Strecker M. E. Parsonage J. W. Hayhurst Miss Lillie Pell Ailly Coots Sam McDonald Nelsonville M. EB Rachel Coots William McDonald McDonald

Engagement and Marriage of Lucile Coombs and Glenn Durflinger

May 22 engagement and marriage announcement for Miss Lucile Coombs and Mr. Glenn Durflinger at Forest Avenue Presbyterian church Zanesville. Both are Zanesville High School teachers recently re elected. Coombs heads the commercial department and was formerly an Athens resident during Ohio University years.

Athens Lucile Coombs Glenn Durflinger Forest Avenue Presbyterian Church Zanesville Zanesville High School Miss Coombs Ohio University

Dinner at The Colonial for Alpha Xi Delta members

Patrons of Alpha Xi Delta hosted a refined dinner at The Colonial Friday for both active and alumnae chapters. Fifty guests enjoyed 35 covers, social hour at Mrs. M. E. Twiss’s home, and college songs with ukulele numbers from the active chapter.

Alpha Xi Delta Sorority M. E. Twiss East Union Street M. DB. Twiss L. G. Worstell W.W. Ackley F. W. Bush A. A. Atkinson C. H. Harris John H. Preston N. J. Wolfe

Guest Night Ends Current Events Club Year

Guests attended the Current Events club meeting at Mrs. O. F. Rowland’s home 70 University Terrace. Mrs. J. R. Harvey presided as president. Mrs. Jennie O'Dell reported on the Federated meeting at Portsmouth with a well compiled summary. A music program readings and a spirited contest entertained the large gathering. Mrs. John J. Woolley sang a vocal solo.

O. F. Rowland University Terrace J. R. Harvey Jennie O'Dell Portsmouth John J. Woolley Janice Bat

Young violin recital opens with mother accompaniment

Miss Marjorie Young delivered readings as Emma Battin accompanied on piano. An all ages audience enjoyed a street name guessing contest with a bouquet of apirea awarded to Miss Linda Hartman and Janice Battin for most correct guesses. A collation followed and boutonnieres of violeta were given as favors.

Emma Battin Marjorie Young Athens Linda Hartman Janice Battin Violeta

Samuel R. Jennings Dies at 79 in New Marshfield

Samuel R. Jennings died at 8 this morning at Ralph Sharp's home aged 79 from complications. Funeral services Sunday at 3 PM at the residence with Masonic honor, burial in Green Lawn cemetery Columbus. Survived by sons H G Jennings C H Jennings two daughters Mrs A S Felch Mrs S B Dickson and Mrs R A Schnetfall, two grandchildren and sister Mrs Luckey of Oregon. Spent most of life in New Marshfield and was a railroad conductor for 43 years.

New Marshfield Samuel R. Jennings Ralph Sharp Masonic Order Green Lawn Columbus H. G. Jennings C. H. Jennings

Death of Dr. W. T. Crumbacker in Independence Iowa

Dr. W T Crumbacker, superintendent of Independence State Hospital for 17 years, died Friday morning in Independence Iowa after an influenza illness. Survived by wife Emma Bower and son Bower. two sisters in Cambridge Mass. He previously worked at Athens State Hospital and Athena. The Crumbackers moved to California in 1902.

Charles Bower W. T. Crumbacker Independence Iowa Crumbacker Messrs Will Charles Bowers Emma Bower Bower Cambridge Independence State Hospital Bower Crumbacker Harvard Athena Athens State Hospital Crumbackers California

Residents Relocate to Independence After Months Away

The family left their former home and stayed elsewhere for several months before settling in Independence, where they have since remained.

Independence

World War Veteran Leslie Chadwell Dies in Toronto Hospital

Leslie Chadwell a Millfield native and Black Watch veteran died this morning in a Toronto hospital after wounds from Arras on September 2 1918 He was 26 and survived by brothers Allen Don Ernest Eugene and George who was killed in a mine two years ago His sister Mrs Mason Howard and Mrs Eben Gillespie also survive Burial will be at Nye cemetery with time to be announced

Leslie Chadwell Millfield Black Watch Toronto Arras Ernest Toledo Canada George Mary Chadwell Mason Howard Eben Gillespie Allen Chadwell Don Chadwell Eugene Nye

Braleys Sell Home and Move Near Fostoria

Mr and Mrs J M Braley of 196 West Washington street sell their house to Alonzo Russell and plan to move to a farm outside Fostoria where a branch of the Overland factory has boosted growth. The Braleys will leave for their new life on the Fostoria property after the sale. A service line break on West State street caused by Friday’s pressure and a week spot led to shutoffs and temporary mains pressure. Water was pumped directly into mains as crews worked to repair the leak. May 14 1920 frost coated exposed areas and garden crops with ice, the heaviest late season frost in years. Athens faces need for a second baseball field as Denison game moved to the playground due to flooding of the college field by Hocking backwater. the playground diamond suffered from rough conditions and errors. Patrick Minnis seeks divorce from Katie Minnis, citing 1909 marriage at Pt Pleasant WV and two children. requests separation and custody. Mines near Athens show reduced hours with part-time work and many now supplying railroad fuel. Authorities captured Bill Breaker and Vance Douglas near Meigs county, learning little about local auto thefts. Breaker boasted of crossing to WV if tipped off. Charlie Palmer of Redtown freed on $1000 bond for concealing stolen railroad property. bond set by Justice Fidde at $1000, reduced from $1500.

J. M. Braley West Washington Street Alonzo Russell West State Street Braleys Fostoria Overland State Street Service Williams

Albany High school presents Macbeth in modern dress

The Albany High School senior class will stage Macbeth in modern dress on Tuesday evening May 18 1920 at the Albany Opera House. Tickets cost 25 and 35 cents and go on sale at Whitlatch s store in Albany Ohio on Monday May 17 1920.

Albany High School Albany Opera House Whitlatch’s Albany Ohio

Glouster Sportsmen Club Chooses Delegate for Columbus Meeting

At a Glouster Sportsmen Club session W P Reese was chosen delegate to the League of Ohio Sportsmen gathering in Columbus on May 29. Other members expressed intent to attend as State Game Director Baxter urged local clubs to participate.

Glouster Sportsmen W. P. Reese League of Ohio Sportsmen Columbus Baxter

Delegate Endorsed for Local Game Preserve Director Post

K T LeBever of this city, who recently passed the civil service exam for deputy game protector, is endorsed by the local club for appointment to direct the big game preserve. The territory is currently under Deputy Kibbard of Athens who is already maxed on work in his district. The note reports frost damage minimal and big crop prospects from Des Antle’s orchards. Also, Paul Burdiss and Lena Exenkamper wed at the Catholic church in Jacksonville with Lottie Exenkamper as bridesmaid and John L. Ley as best man. they depart for Niagara Falls on No. 5 for their honeymoon.

K. T. Lebever LeFeverland Kibbard Athens Des Antle Paros Antle Paul Burdiss Lena Exenkamper Jacksonville Lottie Exenkamper John L. Ley Niagara Falls

Decoration Day plans by local G A R post announced soon

The G A R post in this city is finalizing a program for Decoration Day exercises to be announced in a few days. Members have long cared for grave decorations in the city and in Bishopville and Hollister. Hull F. Kittle travelled to Columbus to stay over Sunday with Mr and Mrs J H Duffee, and Mrs Kittle with daughter Ruth Ann who had gone to Columbus will return Monday.

G. A. R. Post Post Bishopville Hollister Hull F

Athens council of women welfare workers to meet with Morgan lecture

The Athens council of women welfare workers will hold its final meeting of the year at the Mettm dist church on Tuesday evening May 18 at 7 o'clock. Officers will be elected and reports heard from officers and committee chairs. At 7 30 Mr. Morgan the superintendent of schools will speak on The New School Revenue Law and Its Relation to the Athens Schools. The meeting is open to all residents.

Athens Council of Women Welfare Workers Mettmdist Morgan Athens

New York Girl Seeks Candy Kiss Price Set at Two Dollars

Eighteen year old Frances Heckler told candy dealer Joseph W Weiss I want a candy kiss. Weiss believed she sought a real kiss and Magistrate Knoll assigned a two dollar price for the matter.

New York Frances Heckler Joseph W. Weiss Weiss Magistrate Knoll

Grant Parole to Draftee Who Hid Away in Hills

Carl Amerine a 24 year old Hocking county draftee who hid in the hills of southern Ross county for two years due to fear of death for desertion returned to Camp Sherman and was paroled. He received a job tending the furnace at the camp hospital after being cleaned up and outfitted in a uniform. Reliable quarters say he will likely be recommended for a speedy discharge from the service.

Camp Sherman Carl Amerine Hocking County Ross County Camp Hospital Amerine

Believe Woman Thrown Into River

Police pursue theory that Lizzie Laskey of Gallipolis Ohio was thrown into the Ohio River after a struggle in Cincinnati. A fur coat a beaded purse and an alligator grip were found at the water edge. A letter from Cousin Herbert to Cousin Lizzie directed how she should reach Columbus from St Petersburg Florida.

Cincinnati Lizzie Laskey Gallipolis Ohio Ohio River Ohio Valley Bank Company Quallipolis Lizzie Herbert Columbus St. Petersburg Pia

Live toad found in cement foundation after 17 years

Workmen tearing up a foundation in London Ontario uncovered a live toad embedded in the cement laid seventeen years earlier, prompting inspection of the site and surrounding concrete.

London Ont

Eighth Grade Exercises Held in Ohio Towns

The Troy township and Coolville eighth graders received high school admission certificates at Coolville M E Church on May 10 with prior sessions in Torch and Hockingport. Albany village and Lee township pupils were honored May 9 at Albany Opera House, Dr A E Wagner of Ohio University giving the address and certificates awarded to many students.

Coolville Troy Township Coolville M. BE. Church Laura Gunder Torch Hockingport Dale Young John Baker John Atkinson Carlos Bean Iona Young Mary Albany, O Albany Village Lee Township Opera House Albany A. E. Wagner Ohio University Clara Coe Mary Frances Goldsberry Mary Reeder Mary Kathryn Bobo Hazel Lowther Harley Cline Lucile Bolin Edna Bratton Dana Bolin Wallace Tom Lucile Jones Phoebe Tom Mae West Mary Bailes Hazel Phillips Helen McVay Charles Elliott Rose Collins Mary Phillips

Automobile purchases shift from pleasure to business needs

The Lostro Auto Sales Co interview argues Athens county drivers now rely on cars for real daily needs and income potential. It says cars are bought to increase earning capacity, making dealers’ responsibility crucial as modern autos are treated as business tools rather than leisure items.

Lostro Auto Sales Co Athens County Lostro Company

Rega ins Appetite and Sleeps Well

A testimonial touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for poor blood and related symptoms. Elmer Ritter of Williamsport Pa describes relief from indigestion nervousness and insomnia after four weeks of treatment. A free booklet Building Up the Blood is offered, pills cost 60 cents per box by Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady New York.

Elmer Ritter Fifth Street Williamsport Dr. Williams

Missing 16 year old Hudson Reynolds sought by police

Springfield police appeal for help locating Hudson Reynolds a 16 year old six foot tall youth described by parents as missing. Authorities request information from the public to ensure his safe return.

Springfield

Milwaukee Incinerator worker seeks higher pay

Milwaukee worker at the garbage incinerator plant demands higher wages citing the high cost of overalls as the main reason. The report notes the employee is among several staff seeking better compensation due to rising clothing expenses.

Milwaukee Milwaukee Garbage Incinerato

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Ca Ocie TV Harry Slaughter N. Court Stone B. M. Covert Mr. Covert Harry Tammadge Rey V. Ahlbrand Savannah Charles H. Welch South Court Street John J. Welch New York City C. E. Blackwood Eastern Star Masonic Temple C. H. Bartlett C. Emmett Parker Akron Kenneth John Romine Glen M. Romine John Gilbert Fred M. McKay Himwood Place Ruth McKay Delaware Mary McKay Cleveland Lakeside Hospital Samuel Jennings DR. Crumbacker The Gline Pharmacy Co Athens, Ohio Denison Ohio College Hocking Patrick Minnis Katie Minnis Athens County Court of Common Pleas Pt. Pleasant W. Va Minnis Bill Breaker Pomeroy Franklin Breaker Vance Douglas Meigs County West Virginia McKinley Charlie Palmer Redtown Court of Justice Glouster Lash Bosch Magnetos Automotive Battery & Electric Co Anything E. State St Brooks Parker Bros Athens Bank Bldg W. A. Moorhead & CO Carpenter Meier Lastro Complete Automobile Department Store
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