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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1906

Page

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Trains Hit Hocking Man Asher White Dies From Injuries

Asher White of Hocking aged 23 was struck by a north bound K M train Sunday morning while returning from river fishing. He died early today in Columbus hospital after severe injuries including two broken legs scalp wounds and a concussion. Funeral plans suggest Gallipolis burial with community sympathy for Mrs White and child.

Asher White Hocking Mr. Carmel Hospital Columbus Mr. White Johnson Mine Minon Lippincott Athens Columbus Hospital Gallipolis

Marshfield Business Moves After B&O Land Vacation

In Marshfield on May 22 the B&O land vacation prompted relocation plans. Hawk & Allison will move their building near the town house and resume operations from a new location. Charles Burt’s store will sit beside Hawk & Allison, forming a growing business hub once changes finish.

Marshfield Allison Hawk & Allison Charles Burt

Embalmer James A. Klingenberg to Join Columbus Firm

James A. Klingenberg, long time Athens embalmer, will leave Athens to become head embalmer for Taylor and Shaw in Columbus. He holds a Massachusetts College of Embalming diploma and Ohio license. He will stay with Taylor & Shaw until June 1 then assume duties with Pletcher, Brown & Co. of Columbus.

James A. Klingenberg Pletcher, Brown & Co Columbus Taylor Shaw Klingenberg Mr. Shaw Massachusetts College of Embalming Ohio State Board of Health Athens Taylor & Shaw

Happened Along Just in Time Picnic Tale

County Clerk Dick McKinstry, famed as a friendly local, joins a hillside picnic at North Hill after a breezy porch alert. He chats with Dr. McVay, the Woodworths, Higley family, and others, savoring welcome eats while slipping into the crowd unannounced.

Dick McKinstry Athens County West State Street North Hill Dr. McVay R. L. Woodworth B. O. Higley Brewster E. H. Woodworth F. L. Woodworth Dave Thompson J. E. Mourne Chillicothe

Outing on North Hill by Zenner Maidens in Millinery Dept

A group from D. Zenner & Co. led by Miss May plans an outing on North Hill this afternoon and evening. A Zenner clerk says they will have ample food, with Miss Alexander of the first floor squad as guest of honor.

D. Zenner & Co Miss May North Hill Zenner Miss Alexander Sequad

Pleasant Surprise Marks Kelley 50th Wedding Anniversary

In Guysville on May 15 the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs A Kelley was celebrated at their Carthage township home. Their daughter Mrs L P Pierce organized the surprise with many friends attending. Guests included Samuel Kelley and numerous family and neighbors. Dinner from noon to three featured a lavish meal followed by ice cream from three to five. Everyone reported a joyful gathering.

Guysville A. Kelley Carthage Township

Sunnyside Needle Club Meeting Notice

The Sunnyside Needle Club will meet tomorrow at 2 o'clock in the afternoon at the home of Mrs. W. B. Lawrence.

Sunnyside Needle Club W. B. Lawrence

Driver Austin Cundiff dragged by wagon horse near Marshfield

Austin Can diff twenty two year old wagon driver for J H Bodens delivery wagon narrowly escaped death when his horse ran away uphill past Milt Coopers residence. He was dragged about thirty rods before the horse fell from a bridge and stopped. Dr Pedigo found no bones broken though bruised and he is expected to recover.

Marshfield E. G Pedigo Cundiff Parkersburg

Senior class day exercises held in Nelsonville church

The Nelsonville senior class celebrated class day at the Presbyterian church. Students delivered orations on subjects like John Quincy Adams and Character Building, with vocal and piano solos by Maud Anderson and Stella Monks. The event showcased thorough preparation and was well received.

Nelsonville Presbyterian Church Maud Anderson Stella M. Monks John Quincy Adams Emily J. Forsythe Belford F. Carpenter Isabelle Black Jimily J. Forsythe Pelford F. Carpenter Don Robson McGill

Three Athens Young Women Reported Missing Then Found

Relatives of Nan Probisky Lola Mitchell and Nellie Black feared they were missing on Saturday. Friends later learned they left for Columbus and were not seeking to disappear. A Columbus sighting showed them in a restaurant watching a fire department operation with sleeves rolled up and aprons on.

Nan Probisky Lola Mitchell Nellie Black Columbus Athens

Eastern Star Officers Form Albany Visit

Athens chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star left in carriages after dinner to Albany where they instituted a new chapter in the village. James A. Palmer Worthy Patton and Will Hastings led the party and Albany ladies provided refreshments amid a royal reception.

Athens Eastern Star Albany James A. Palmer Worthy Patton Will Hastings

Former student honored as district attorney appointment made

Socorro New Mexico May 15 word comes that Hon H A Woolford of Millsboro Sierra county has been appointed by Governor Ha german as district attorney for Socorro and Sierra counties succeeding Elfego Baca who resigned The appointment takes effect at once while John E Griffith will oversee the office until Woolford can relocate and settle his affairs in Hillsboro

Albuquerque N. M Messenger Woolford Ohio University Athens Supreme Court of New Mexico the Messenger James F. Brown N. M. Socorro

High School Band Earns Praise After Church Parade

Great talent and extensive training marked the program. The high school and eighth graders marched in a body from the school to the church. The program was a decided success and reflected strong discipline and culture.

Hibbard Returns From Extended Southern Westward Trip

W A Hibbard arrived home yesterday from a several weeks journey through Memphis Chattanooga Atlanta Oklahoma City Kansas City and other points. He reports Will looks well and was lighter from warm weather and a desire to return north.

W. A. Hibbard Memphis Chattanooga Atlanta Oklahoma City Kansas City Will

BLUE LODGE INSPECTION PREPARATIONS UNDER WAY

Paramathia Lodge F. and A. M. prepares for Thursday night inspection with District Lecturer Parker of Beverly in attendance. Masters degree to be conferred after the evening’s work and a large turnout is expected. A 4 course luncheon will be served.

Paramathia Lodge F. & A. M Parker Beverly

Prohibitionists of Athens County Meet at Court House

The Prohibitionists of Athens County will meet at the Court House on Tuesday May 29 at 1 p m to select delegates to the State Convention and transact necessary business State Chairman W E Mccartney will be with us W A Thomas Secy

Athens County Court House W. E. Mccartney

Cease Efforts to Open Mines Near Steubenville Signal Hit

In Cleveland Ohio on May 23 miners and operators watched Plum Run mine near Steubenville with tense interest. Operators had viewed its opening as a signal to start many others but failed to open the test mine and paused renewals for now though they may resume later. In Columbus Ohio on May 23 it was expected the state executive board would push toward a settlement of the Ohio strike and possibly a joint conference of miners and operators.

Cleveland, O Plum Run Mine Steubenville Pittsburg Cleveland Plum Run Columbus Miners’ State Executive Board Ohio

Sugar Creek house warming ends in melee and mischief

A Sugar Creek social dance near the power house broke into a drunken mistrial claim but reports say the crowd remained sober. Vint Mails and two Daily boys plus others sparked a yard brawl with shots clubs and stones. No serious injuries or arrests reported. John McClain sought police aid but the Mayor deferred to county prosecutors.

Joe Warner Sugar Creek Vint Mails Charles Asa John McClain

Tax payment guidance from County Treasurer on checks

County Treasurer BE Woodworth announces tax collection for June and explains accepting checks with certifying at banks. Delinquency penalties apply if funds are insufficient. June taxes mirror December amounts except certain road taxes. Receipts issued will match December numbers. timely payment avoids rush and errors.

BE. C. Woodworth Tme

Also Mentioned on This Page

Hibbard White & Stout Austin Candiff Eastern Stars Athens High School Myanima Light Studio J. M. Crow Top Row Samuel Warren Edward Cramner Lucy K. Halbirt Louise Roach Mary Connett Edna V. Campbell Ethel Walsh Grace Marie Junod Lulu H. Brickles Gertrude Cameron L. Dean Vare Middie Row John J. Fagan Emmett L. Hooper Fred S. Wheaton Robert Row Herbert N. Koons Elbridge Dean Ring Franklin A. Davis Harrison Spicer Bottom Row Willa B. van Dyke Lara Belle Pixiey Anna Mae Smith Mary Adda White Harriet L. Putnam Fredia Finsterwald Addie Marie Grones New Mexico A. Woolford Blue Lodge W. A. Thomas Secy Woodworth
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