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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1921
Page
3
Archie W. Teat of Akron describes severe inflammatory rheumatism, stomach trouble, and nervousness that forced him to quit work. He credits Tanilac with curing his pains, restoring appetite, sleep, nerves, and energy, and allowing him to move about like a "real man."
The Nelsonville high auditorium hosted 59 seniors in caps and gowns for the annual baccalaureate. Local clergy Rev Arpee and Rev Paul Kemper delivered prayers and address respectively. A spring decorated setting and musical quartets accompanied the event and a midday picnic dinner followed.
The Athens Esthers defeated the local Esthers by 43 points in a Sunday school contest held yesterday. Athens leads by 69 points with four Sundays remaining. Miss Boetzner, Athens class teacher, attended and won hearts with her charm. class members presented her a corsage of blue and gold flowers.
Mrs Lena Leatherstone died Sunday at her home near Carbon. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 o'clock with burial at Asbury. She leaves her husband and parents.
An all day institute will be conducted Tuesday by the local W. C. T. U. at the Presbyterian church. The program includes music and addresses with Rev. Paul E. Kemper of the Methodist church delivering the main address, noted as a statewide prohibition authority.
Mr and Mrs Dale Farrow announce the arrival of an eight pound son born Sunday morning.
Wise received a $200 fine and costs from Mayor McCune on Saturday. He was identified as one of two men who had a complete still shipped to him in a trunk at Nelsonville.
Mrs Sileda Bell Schroeder aged 22 wife of Alfred Schroeder died yesterday at the family residence. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 10 AM at the International Holiness Church conducted by Rev Brillhart. Burial at West State Street Cemetery Athens. She leaves husband two children mother one sister and one brother.
At the Eu dora Chapter No. 70 O. E. S. regular meeting Tuesday evening the annual inspection will be held. A reception from 5 to 6 at the Masonic Temple to meet the deputy grand matron. A 6 pm picnic dinner. Members with flowers urged to send to temple by 5. Bring Golden Sun labels to the meeting.
Mr and Mrs Louw Rice and daughter Louise toured to Pome Roy and spent Sunday. Mr and Mrs Frank Moore and granddaughter Clara Margaret Galvin spent Sunday in Columbus. Miss Helen Sharp spent the weekend at Lancaster visiting her parents.
A call goes out for all four troops of Boy Scouts to assemble at the Y at 6 30 Tuesday evening. The meeting will cover drill and finish arrangements for the decoration day program. Every scout should be present at 6 30.
The annual Nelsonville High School alumni banquet will be held Friday evening May 27 1921. Program starts at 8 PM with a dance at the Elks hall after. Music by Finney's orchestra. Tickets on sale by the committee and Fountain Pharmacy. Alumni urged to pay dues to the committee or Mary PensyT.
George Nott of Glouster a miner and Violet McClellan of Glouster wed at home with Rev. C L Strecker. Harry M Small of Mansfield a rubber worker and Marie Frost of Athens wed with Rev. E D Crane. Henry T Stephenson of Mineral and Rosie M Robinett of Mineral wed with Rev. Leslie Dabritz. Fred W Koenig and Betsy Layne by mine clerk and Blanche Sorrell of Gleuster wed at home.
Nelsonville owner Joe B. Davis led three entries to two silver cups a second and two thirds at the Columbus Driving Club show in Columbus Ohio. Busy Lassie won the hotly contested three gaited saddle horse cup and placed third in the ladies saddle class. Buster Davis captured the five gaited saddle horse cup and second in the five gaited saddle class Sunkist earned a third in the roadsters class. Over 400 entries competed. Davis horses also perform well for Athens County fair in August.
The First M. E. Sunday school reported total attendance of 812 yesterday with 308 women and 221 men. The primary department had 103, 213 in Class Six with $14 collected, and 208 in the Martzolff class. total collection was $30.56.
Washington May 23 Congress approved the emergency tariff bill after the house accepted the conference report ending differences between the senate and house. President Harding is expected to sign the measure which Wilson had vetoed.
Lima Ohio police found a valise containing gold silver and currency stolen from Huntertown Indiana bank. The items were inside an abandoned automobile. The weapons and suspects remain under investigation.
Mrs. Emma C Bergdoll testified before the House committee that defending her son Grover C Bergdoll and herself has cost about 40000 dollars. The slackers escape case drew questions on the family’s actions and expenditures.
A Shanghai cable reports American and Japanese sailors fought at Woosung on May 22 with several casualties. Japanese navy says no official report. In Washington officials expect a workable accord among United States Japan and other allies on the Yap situation.
Farmers report a need for rain as newly planted crops in spring await showers. After weeks of rain the crops were largely in place and a prolonged dry spell followed. The weatherman promises new showers this week to aid wheat and other crops.
The Coolville High School annual commencement occurred May 19 at the M E church. Miss Florence Hawkins of Ohio University performed and spoke highly of the class. Diplomas were presented to Irene Davis, Clara Mae Barnet, Clarence A Gillilan, Reece Carlton Dodd, Hazel Mae Gillilan, and Elizabeth Ruth Bailey.
In Akron on May 23, James F. Martin age 80 was to be turned over to the sheriff after being charged with beating his wife. A group of masked youths in Greensburg near Akron cut off his whiskers beforehand, adding to the tense scene.
Members of Columbus Post No. 89 G. A. R. and the Womens R. C. will gather next Sunday May 29 at 10 A. M. in the Post room to attend Memorial services at the Christian Church. Rev. March, pastor, will speak. Eli Roush, Post Com.
Brief note reflects a paradox of timing and tone, suggesting that even in moments of opportunity there is a caution against offering unwanted guidance. Observers see a wry comment on patience, choice, and social discretion.
Stewart May 23 reports a gala Community Day showcasing Rome township schools. Talks by Mrs. J B Allen and Professors Dilley Stailey praised student effort and district spirit. A new Stewart schoolhouse nears occupancy next fall while student drawings and manuscripts were on display. The baccalaureate was at M E church with Rev L C Wills, Ohio University quartet, and soloist Mr Goddard. Graduation events followed at the M B church and Masonic Hall hosting the play May 24.
Dr. H. R. Wilson will deliver the address at Ohio University. Miss Ora May, Helen Ballinger, and Dorothy Kennedy will lead the music as commencement festivities close Friday evening with the alumni banquet.
Police ordered a mixed group of three women and five men marching as solicitors for a women’s magazine to leave the city on Saturday night. The same publication reportedly used a scheme last fall where women paid a small sum and signed a large promissory note. Parkersburg police were alerted as the party was believed to head there.
A lighthearted quip about an ankle turning on its owner surfaces as a humorous reminder that minor injuries can disrupt daily plans and prompt quick improvisation. The playful line riffs on personal misfortune and resilience in the face of a simple misstep.
Peter Mackin a former resident of Athens died at his Columbus home Saturday evening. The burial will be in Athens Tuesday morning with the remains to be taken to the cemetery. He is survived by a widow and five children Margaret George Joseph and Mrs Lou Taylor of Columbus and Frank of Middleport.
John Elbert Chesser aged 21, son of Mr and Mrs Israel Chesser, died at his Union home at 4 this morning. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm in Union Church with burial at New Marshfield.
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