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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1923

Page

13

Nelsonville Mourns Death of Local Woman in California

Mrs. Jennie Cushing, a former Nelsonville resident and mother of Mrs. Kitmore, died May 13 in California after three weeks illness. Buried there, she leaves four children: Mrs. Whitney, Harry, Harvey, and Mrs. Fred Freer. The town notes several community donors who funded new street cans with swinging tops to reduce street litter.

Elizabeth Jane Rutherford William M Nancy Martin Dailey Dailey Athens County Ohio James Thomas Dailey James Thomas Evans Milson Rutherford Asper Augustus Minnie Lee Smerson Carl Jasper Tocsin Hatant St. Louis Angel of Mercy Temple M. E Carl Temple, M. E. Church G. B. Peck Temple Cemetery Undertakers Vale & Martin

Region Have Membership Drive

Glenford Dugan Post conducts a membership drive through Decoraiton Day with ex-soldiers urged to join. Headquarters on the square host a tent where eligible veterans can sign up at any time.

EGION Glenford Dugan Post

Auxiliary To Sell Poppies At Glenford Post Benefit

Beginning Saturday at noon and continuing past Decoration Day the Womans Auxiliary to Glenford Dugan post will sell pop pies. Proceeds fund care for disabled soldiers and their families. Everyone should wear a poppy.

Womans Auxiliary Glenford Dugan Post

Grotto Ceremonial Draws Columbus Members

A solid turnout from El Kar nak Grotto in Columbus as members attended the Grotto ceremonial on Wednesday.

el] Karnak Grotto Columbus Columbus Grotto

Arrest of Night Patrolman Mike Smith Under Liquor Influence

A Sunday paper reports the arrest of night patrolman Mike Smith after he was found intoxicated with whiskey on his person. The officer states he took control of the situation and detained Smith for further processing.

Mike Smith

Public official defends law enforcement in Nelsonville case

State Officer D. H. Nash of Nelsonville says he did not fix a fine for Smith after charges of drunkenness and possessing liquor. He explains he withdrew the drunkenness charge on condition Smith resigns, notes no partiality, and asserts he would jail Smith if he cannot pay a proper fine.

Squire Mr. Helwig Smith Dayton D. H. Nash Nelsonville

White Kid Hats Reflect Current Fashion Trend

A brief note observes white kid hats as stylish and in line with the prevailing all white costume vogue of the moment.

Obituary Card of Thanks for Mrs. E. J. Rutherford

The children thank all who showed kindness during the sickness and death of their mother Mrs. E. J. Rutherford.

E. J. Rutherford

Marine officer Ellis killed in Caroline Islands accident

Washington May 24 Lieutenant Colonel Earl H. Ellis a distinguished United States Marine Corps officer has been accidentally killed in the Caroline Islands. The United States government is quietly conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.

Washington Earl H. Ellis United States Marine Corps Caroline Islands United States

Large banquet marks Ohio federation convention week

A dinner for 600 capped the Ohio Federated Women's Clubs convention in Steubenville. Absence of Judge Florence Allen disappointed attendees during the event that highlighted sessions this week.

Steubenville, O Federated Women’s Clubs of Ohio Florence Allen

Athens Scene of Conference on Independent Telephones

More than 50 representatives from Ohio independent telephone companies gathered in Athens for the district meeting held at the chamber of commerce. Judge Mannix of Greenville spoke on the growth and community impact of independents as officers and directors from eight cities attended.

Ohio Independent Telephone Association Athens Ohio Athens Chamber of Commerce State Association Co. L. Jones Athens County Home Telephone Company Judge Mannix Greenville Frank A. Knapp Bellvue F. L. McKinney Columbus Conrad Kipp A. J. Curran Elyria C. L. Jones Earl Lutz Circleville E. G. Miller Warren W. A. Norton Kenton George Quatman Sidney Fred L. Sears Cambridge

G A R Notice for Columbus Post Meeting

G A R Post Columbus Gold en Post No 89 holds regular meeting on Saturday May 26 at aug m J L Pickering posts commander announces dates and organizer details

Columbus Golden Post M. J. L. Pickering

Paris Fashions Favor Taffetas and Georgette in Evening

Paris reports evening wear favors taffetas in full period styles and georgette as a top choice with pink remaining leader in color. Georgette often pairs with cream-tinted fine lace for refined ensembles.

Paris

Keep Meat Dry While Camping In Cool Air

This guidance advises campers to wrap each meat piece with corn meal or oatmeal to prevent contact with other substances and to store it in a very cool current of air. It warns against wrapping in damp material that would spoil the meat.

Striped scarves add warmth and style to suits

Wool scarves offer a practical accessory that enhances a suit with color and texture. The item provides additional warmth and a touch of flair, appreciated for both comfort and aesthetic value.

Mixer tragedy claims life of Gabriel Acam pora

In New York on May 4 a man named Gabriel Acam pora was crushed to death after becoming caught in a dough mixing machine. A blacksmith struck the machine with a sledge hammer in a failed rescue attempt. A neighbor named Mrs. Augustina exclaimed in shock at the scene.

New York Gabriel Acampora Augustina

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Nelsonville News Kerchants Nash The Nelsonville Home & Savings Association K. of P. Ball Nelsonville Shamrock Seven Hart Schaffner & Marx Stuart Meighan Pictures Orth Dolph Zukor Homas Meighan Rex Bea Paul Parrot Majestic Wm. Russell Cotton Paisley Hope Maslin Madras Nelsonviile Dry Goods CO Madame Grace Stephens Washington Street Madame Grace Core Igets Madame Grace Cor Pink Curbstone Auto Tire & Gas Co En-Ar-Co Les Ca Oeahute Company Nelson Strateville Auto & Oryly Co New Straitsville Arch Weekley Greendale Lockhart Garage Guysville Baughman New Marshfield T. M. Conkle Logan W. C. Frum National Refining Co Corner Chestnut Harper Sts
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