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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1923
Page
8
At the regular session Monday evening the auxiliary voted to aid two needy families and to contribute 15.40 to the grave memorial fund. Officers plan fundraising for unit needs and will report next meeting. They were asked to assist in poppy sales on Memorial Day and a social session followed.
Probate court records from Lancaster show Micheal Edward Newman a telegraph operator of Logan and Mabel Snowden of Lancaster were issued a marriage license this week.
Clerk of Courts Elect and Mrs Newton Spencer announce the arrival of a baby boy at their home Tuesday morning. Grandparents are Mr Isiah Spencer and Mrs Spencer of Murray City. The name has not yet been chosen.
Mrs. Robert Flanagan and Mrs. Frank Remlinger of Logan WV are visiting relatives in Logan with Mrs Flanagan’s parents Mr and Mrs Frank Judy of East Front St. Parole Officer E B Brown of the Boys Industrial School spent a short visit in Logan and called on his sister Mrs John W Lemon in the hospital. He then went to Chillicothe to oversee several boys in his charge.
A long running case in which Ed Guess sues E B Francis on appeal from the magistrates court was heard by a jury before Judge Pettit. The dispute stems from road work done two years ago while Francis was superintendent of the Greendale brick plant. Green Township Trustees and county commissioners deny responsibility for the debt. The jurors include Sherman Lyke Benj Harden Frank St Clairs James Thomas Ed Eberst John Rechenwald Peter Jomax Charles Heine Geo Hengst George Hartsough Charlies Moore and Ray Karshner with only two regular panel members among them.
Logan Milk Co cuts its milk price to thirteen cents per quart for consumers and applies a four cent per gallon decrease to producers. The wholesale gallon rate remains in effect and a sale price of four cents per half quart is noted.
A party of Logan Eastern Stars attended the Nelsonville chapter inspection Tuesday evening. Courtesy of Elite Motor Bus Co. of New Straitaville a special bus left at 6 30 carrying the group.
County health department notes the Logan measles epidemic is waning with few new cases. Quarantined patients are being released as recoveries permit. Health nurses near completion of school health program including weighing measuring and inspections. Follow up records to continue through summer.
The L es Amies class of the ME Sunday school held a business meeting in the church dining room on Tuesday afternoon followed by luncheon. Guest Mrs Isabel of Columbus attended. Entertainment committee: Mrs Lester Waltz, Mrs Roy Rubie, Miss Grace Shriner, Miss Della Webb, Miss Dorothy Peterman, Miss Emma McLain, Miss Esther Chutes, and Miss Margaret Stoody.
Kiwanis members met Tuesday evening in high spirits after winning the inter city attendance contest against Athens. They anticipate a celebratory treat and noted progress on the athletic playground fund campaign with $3000 pledged as indicated by the campaign thermometer. Some committees have yet to finish canvassing.
An Akron Ohio advertise offers a Sponge Rubber Rupture Pad as a humane, modern alternative to painful trusses. The ad claims immediate comfort and a safer path to recovery, urging readers to request a free sample with directions and a no obligation offer from E H Scott, Hernia Expert.
Claude Pettit former club president was chosen chairman of the inter city relations committee as twelve cities join the group. Miss Valene Ackers sang for club guests with accompaniment from her mother Mrs C F Ackers. At the county jail a sign warns visitors of admission hours reflecting restricted access.
A European discovery marketed as Korex Compound promises rapid nerve and gland stimulation to restore vigor for those over 60. Distributed by Melton laboratories, readers are offered a double strength trial with money-back guarantees if no results after one week, with payment options including mail order and postage on delivery.
Farmers report heavy rains and cold weather hurt crops in the hill country. Small streams flood repeatedly and fields along them are saturated, though the Hocking river has not yet reached overflow or caused losses.
Doctor discovers a real remedy for piles. MOAVA SUPPOSITORIES promise fast relief and a money back guarantee. Relief can occur within an hour even in long standing cases with bleeding. An ointment form MOAVA OINTMENT is also available for itching piles.
A local reader under the signature A Kiwanian rebukes daylight saving in Messenger letters. The author argues the change serves self interest, not laboring men, and claims central time shifts cause confusion. He maintains gardens fit daylight hours and calls for leaving the time unchanged.
Amesville resident Amesville Wesley Cottrell attends to business in town. M T Wilcox reports Bertha and Harry Calentine heading to California to make their home. Mrs Clyde Gibson hosts King's Daughters class with 18 present. Al McCune and family visiting Sand Rock from Akron. State roadman notes muddy Holish roads. High school carnival postponed due to rain, rescheduled for next Saturday afternoon and evening.
Police in Athens report weeks of heavy motor traffic with principal streets crowded day and night. Many motorists ignore the four minute parking rule on main business streets, leaving cars parked for hours.
Antiseptic and deodorizing dentifrice praised for its refined preparation. It is described as refreshing in taste and agreeable in flavor, recommended to persons of refinement as a prophylactic oral care product.
The Lottridge Ladies Aid spent a pleasant day at Mrs. A L McBee’s Bethel home with quilting and fellowship. A noon feast followed by an afternoon devotional and literary program honored Mothers Day. The group plans to meet June 14 with Mrs Emma Jeffers. Local families shared visits and Sunday gatherings across Vanderhoof Fairview and Bethel communities.
Harmony Hill notes list residents visiting and calling on relatives in Little Hocking and nearby areas. G. K. Thorpe and Milo Foster spray an orchard. Ed Deucher and family visit Mrs. Deucher’s parents near Frost. Edson Livingston visits his parents. A L Cornes and Cecil visit Little Hocking. Mr. and Mrs. T J Foster visit Milo. John Dutton visits G K Thorpe. C D Robinson of Little Hocking plans to move to Akron for work. Curtis Sherman conducts business in Little Hocking.
University of Kentucky asks students to surrender pistols as exams approach. Officials emphasize safety while noting potential disciplinary actions for weapon possession on campus.
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