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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1927

Page

5

Party On Twelfth Birthday At 61 Hocking Street

Social notes describe Wilson Bobo turning twelve with games and music at Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bobo home 61 Hocking Street. Guests include Francis Pierre and Adriene Weiss among others. cake centerpiece brightened the 2 to 4 afternoon event.

Walter Bobo Hocking Street Wilson Bobo J. C. Johnson Francis Pierre Dorothy Carsey Clara Woods Eileen Bobo Donna Pinkerton Alice Woods John Romine Martha Sams Hazel Everett Martha Frost Velma Leingar Lucille Johnson Adriene Weiss Ropie Pierce Hawley Sprague Kenneth Romine John Pickens Wenzel Johnson Roxieson James Pierre Carl Johnson G. C. Johnson

Spelling Bee Questions and Historical Trivia

A reader quiz list begins with a spelling bee and a set of trivia questions. It asks to correct misspelled words, identify a Civil War state and its capital, define orthography, name George Brennan and George Kelly's team, estimate pound sterling in dollars, locate the Rappahannock River state, credit the designer of the Monitor, and recall the last Philadelphia World Series year.

Mississippi George Brennan George Kelly Rappahannock River Philadelphia

Plains High School Senior Class Day Exercises Program

The Plains high school senior class day program lists speakers and performances including salutatory by Lucille Tate, class history by Gay McDonald, jokes by Charles Benedum, vocal trio with Oscar McGee, Carrie Bryan and Russell Michaels, and a valedictory by Florence Lowery. The event features poems, readings, duets, and a closing song, with participants such as Wanda Powell, John Slater, and Florence Lowery.

Chauncey the Plains High School Eceveese Lucille Tate Gay McDonald Charles Benedum Oscar McGee Carrie Bryan Russell Michaels Harold Bran Mildred Hixon Marie Schmidt Florence Lowery William Finney Wanda Powell William Bradshaw

Plains High School Senior Play “The Dream That Came True”

The Plains high school senior class will stage their class play tonight in the high school gymnasium. The performance is titled The Dream That Came True.

Plains Chauncey The Plains High School

Lydia Beabout Dies at Lower Plains Home

Mrs Lydia Beabout aged 82 died at her Lower Plains residence at 4 30 this morning after a short illness. She spent most of her life in the area. Funeral arrangements have not been completed Chauncey May 16

Chauncey Lydia Beabout Lower Plains

Annual Young Peoples Council Meeting Observed

In Chauncey on May 16 the Christian Endeavor society of the First Christian church sent a delegation to the fourth annual county Young Peoples council convention in Athens. Miss Lauretta Fielder was named as delegate to report conference meetings.

Chauncey Jeanette Palmer Lucy Nye Lauretta Fielder Ruth Fiske Eleanor Minister Esther Fiske Rita Smith Mary Louise Fiske Christian Endeavor Society First Christian Church Young Peoples’ Council Athens

Loyal Women to Meet Chauncey at Athens Home

The Loyal Woman's Circle of the First Christian Church will hold a Wednesday afternoon gathering at Mrs. John Brewer's home in Athens. Mrs. Guy Brookins serves as program leader, with the group meeting at the stated time.

Chauncey Loyal Woman's Circle First Christian Church John Brewer Athens Guy Brookins

Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Praised by Nurses

A nurse and other women report improved health after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash. Mrs Gervoupe L Stewart of Greenfield Mass credits strength for nursing and housework, while Mars J A Pierson of Lancaster Pa calls it valuable for weakness. Hundreds of grateful letters arrive at the Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Mass claiming health improvements since taking the remedy.

Lydia Pinkham Mrs. Gervoupe L. Stewart Davis St Greenfield, Mass Lydia E. Pinkham

Mrs Beachout Leaves Daughters and Sister as Heirs

Mrs Beachout's husband died years ago leaving two daughters Mrs Rose Ferguson of Charleston West Virginia formerly Chauncey and Mrs Flora McHarg near the home place. She also leaves one sister Mrs Fannie Mc Cathran of the Lower Plains.

Beachout Rose Ferguson Charleston W. Va Chauncey Flora McHarg Fannie McCathran Lower Plains

Young Nellie Hixon Dies at Green's Run

Nellie Hixon 13 died Friday evening at Green's Run from rheumatic heart illness after a brief illness. She was buried in Wellston Ohio after funeral services at the Christian church she attended. Survived by her parents two brothers Williams and Donald and sister Beatrice.

Chauncey Nellie Hixon William Hixon Green’s Run Wellston Ohio

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets Sell Fast

A Mahwah New Jersey boy grew sturdy after using McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets. Advertisers claim the product boosts weight and health in 80 days with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Each box contains 60 tablets priced at 60 cents.

McCoy George G. O'Brien Mahwah N. J America

Morgan and Lussetu Return from Holzer Hospital

Harry Morgan with Andy Lussetu came back from Holzer Hospital in Gallipolis on Saturday afternoon. Morgan will stay at home for a few days before returning to the hospital.

Hospital Corning Harry Morgan Andy Lussetu Holzer Hospital Gallipolis Mr. Morgan

Dodson Couple Announce Son Birth in Corning

Corning residents Mr. and Mrs. John Dodson announce the birth of a son born Saturday night.

Farewell Dinner for Dr Miller at Jolly Whist Club

The Jolly Whist club in Corning held a farewell supper in the Masonic building to honor Dr James Miller and his family. The event featured a card party after the meal as Dr Miller prepares to depart for a three…

Corning Jolly Whist Club Masonic James Miller

Mining Men to Discuss Methods at Big Cincinnati Meeting

Safety in coal mining tops the agenda at the annual commercial convention and exposition of mining equipment in Cincinnati. More than 1000 coal mine officials from twenty states attend four days of sessions, with a national conference Saturday to consider a national mining safety code. The exposition showcases the most complete assembly of modern mining and loading machinery ever gathered.

Cincinnati American Mining Congress

Michigan to try dissolving House of David colony

The state opened its dissolution suit against the House of David religious colony in Benton Harbor Michigan as the case was held up in circuit court today pending action.

Michigan Benton Harbor Mich House of David Pend

Chorus of St Bernard’s church to host Hermey hall card party

A card party will be given in Hermey hall Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock by the choir of St. Bernard's church in Corning.

Faculty Woman’s Club of Ohio University Woods

Mellog Face Powder Promises Lasting Pure Shine Control

Advert says Mellog Face Powder hides shine, smooths skin and minimizes pores for a peachlike finish. The D Zenner Company touts long wear and purity, urging readers to buy a box of Mellog Glo Powder.

D. Zenner Co

Local residents return from visits and set travels

After a week in New Lexington visiting her mother Mrs. Thomas Fleming has returned home. Mr. and Mrs. Glen McDonald and daughter spent a few days in Columbus with relatives and friends. Mrs. John Rocks spent Saturday in Columbus. Dr. and Mrs. James Miller and daughters left by motor today for New York and will sail for Europe Tuesday.

New Lexington Thomas Fleming Glen McDonald Columbus John Rocks James Miller New York Europe

Mrs. C. H. Ford Dead At Coolville At 59

Mrs. Charles H. Ford died at her Coolville home Sunday afternoon at age 59. Born in Fillmore Washington County Ohio she spent most of her life there before moving to Coolville two years ago. She was widowed from Milford L. Frost who died in 1911 and left behind her husband Charles H. Ford.

Coolville Charles H. Ford Fillmore Washington County Ohio Ford Millford L. Frost Ivan

Funeral for Mrs. Ford to be held in Coolville church

Family members named from several states attend the services. Mrs. Ford has long served in the United Brethren church. The funeral at 2 PM Tuesday will be in the Coolville Methodist Episcopal church with Rev. Harry Dye officiating and burial in Coolville cemetery.

W. Frost Springfield Marion Harry Dye Coolville Cemetery

Old Maid's Association Play At Albany Opera House

The Old Maid's Association will be presented at the Albany Opera House Thursday at 8 by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Presbyterian church Hebbardsville. Cast includes Jerusha Eliza Bangs, Minnie Figley, Gladys Warner, Rebecca Retrace, Rebecca substitutes, Minta Clovertop, and many others with Professor Makerneux listed as dinner Mills.

Albany Old Maid's Association Albany Opera House The Presbyterian Church Hebbardsville Jerusha Eliza Bangs Minnie Figley Gladys Warner Rebecca Retrace Gertrude Radford Ethel Hooper Minta Clovertop Gladys Braley Louise Blackburn Desire A. Mann Carrie Richey Mary Gift Mariana Melissa Plack Letha McLain Grattes Gorby Hepsibah Odella Olds Nora Whaley Laura Gift Anne Ellen Paterly Hattie Webb Lena Housington May Haverman Sallie McKnight Mabel McKnight Petunia Pick

Church Benefit Play With Readings And Music

A program will feature selections by an orchestra readings and solos by Fred Lee T Athens and recitations by Merrit Dixon. Proceeds from the event will benefit the church.

Fred Lee T Athens Merrit Dixon

Prom Plans Promise Fancy Fetes at Athens High

A junior committee at Athens high school works on senior prom plans to honor the graduating class Friday night in the Athens gym. Committee members include Chester Bo Foster Cornwell Jean Rauch Emily Morton Richard Brooks Mildred Totman Edward Rosser and aides A L Hughes Miss Aileen Campbell class sponsors Miss Mary Connett. Invitations go to Nelsonville junior and senior class presidents and Athens alumni whose names were submitted.

Athens High School Chester Bo Foster Cornwell Jean Rauch Emily Morton Richard Brooks Mildred Totman Edward Rosser A. L. Hughes Aileen Campbell Mary Connett Nelsonville High School

Glouster Marietta game postponed by rain

Glouster and Marietta postponements due to rain on May 16. The American Legion team canceled the Sunday contest because of wet grounds. Next Sunday Glouster plans to play Parkersburg as weather expected to improve.

Glouster Themerican Legion Marietta Parkersburg

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