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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1926

Page

7

Talley Impresses at Memorial Hall Columbus

Marion Talley, 19, the Metropolitan opera singer, wowed a Columbus audience with a calm, expressive voice and flawless technique in a program at Memorial Hall. Maximillian Rose and Emil Polak accompanied, with the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority sponsoring and netting about $5,000. Talley’s share was $1,500 from a $3,500 talent cost. previous Athens offer was $8,200.

Wesley H. Maurer Marion Talley Metropolitan Opera Memorial Hall Columbus Miss Talley Lusinghe Pic Care Handel Veracine Benedict Verdi Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority Athens

Inter-Fraternity Sing at Lindley Hall Tonight

The postponed inter-fraternity sing at Ohio University will be held at 8 PM in front of Lindley Hall. Torch sponsors the contest with Dr Blaine R Goldsberry offering a silver loving cup to the winning organization. Beta Theta Pi plans a serenade at 10:30 PM, per George Cavanaugh.

Lindley Hall Ohio University Torch Blaine R. Goldsberry Beta Theta Pi George Cavanaugh

Campaign to expel modernists fails at Baptist meeting

In Washington on May 27 the drive by ultrafundamentalists to oust modernists from the Northern Baptist church failed at convention. A mass meeting of the Baptist Bible union vowed to devote efforts to expelling modernists, denounced Rev. Harry Emerson Fosdick and his Park Avenue Church, and challenged Fosdick delegates to seats, linking Fosdick to Rockefeller wealth.

Washington U.R Northern Baptist Church Baptist Bible Union Harry Emerson Fosdick Park Avenue Baptist Church New York John PD. Rockefeller, Jr Fosdick

Parents to See Daughter Wed in Cleveland

Mr and Mrs James Hamilton travel to Columbus to join relatives then attend the wedding of their daughter Anne Marie Hamilton to George W Vosper of Columbus. The ceremony is set for Saturday at 8 o'clock with guests later at 956 East Whittier Street Columbus. A separate note mentions a mixed dance at Moose Hall Glouster on Saturday night with Walt's Snappy Six orchestra.

Moose Hall Glouster Walt Snappy Six

Glouster to Open New Grocery and Meat Market

May 27 report from Glouster states F. I. Hatfield will open a grocery and meat market at Trimble in the Cary building. The store will begin business Saturday and operate on the cash and carry plan. EE. K. Bryson of Glouster will be

Glouster F. I. Hatfield Trimble L. G. Cary EE. K. Bryson

Athena Yearbook 1926 on Sale at Ohio University

The Athena of 1926 will go on sale Saturday at 1 30 PM at the Athena office in the Men’s Union. Demand is strong with 1050 copies ordered, near last year’s figure, and Greek history is the main theme. The 412 page volume features a light blue cover with the Acropolis drawing and includes a six beauties feature and a life story photo sequence. Richard Clark is editor in chief and Dwight Rutherford is business manager.

Ohio University Athena Ohio Acropolis Athens Greece Hake Flo Zigfield Richard Clark Dwilight Rutherford

City Auditor Griff H Evans Plans England Trip

Griff H Evans city auditor will sail from New York aboard the Cunarder Berengaria for Southampton England on June 2 to visit his ill sister in Shropshire England. He has leave of absence from the council and sinking fund trustees and will be gone about two months. Evans is a well known figure in Hocking valley mining circles.

Griff H. Evans New York England Mr. Evans Southampton Shropshire Evans Hocking Valley

Male butterfly emits odors and wears colors per museum scientists

National Museum researchers attribute sweet odors and bright coloration to male butterflies, not females, in a study highlighting gender-based signaling in Lepidoptera.

National Museum

Mrs. Price Taken to White Cross Hospital

May 27 report from Glouster states Mrs. A. J. Price was taken to White Cross hospital in Columbus Wednesday evening for treatment. She traveled in the E. F. Carpenter ambulance and handled the trip well. Mr. Price accompanied her.

Glouster A. J. Price White Cross Hospital Columbus E. F. Carpenter Mr. Price

Missionary convention attendance noted in Canton

Mrs Mary E Dean and J L Stine of Trimble and the Rev G B Courtney of Chauncey attend the annual convention of the Ohio Christian Missionary society in Canton May 27.

Glouster Mary E. Dean J. L. Stine Trimble G. B. Courtney Chauncey Canton Ohio Christian Missionary Society

Decoration Day Observed at East Branch

Glouster residents will observe Decoration Day Saturday afternoon beginning at 1 6 o’clock with a special program arranged.

Glouster East Branch

Advices Women to Gain Respect for Their Ability

Mrs John Dickinson Sherman president of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs tells the Atlantic City convention that women should earn respect by understanding men and exchanging views. She envisions a future club with both genders, urging women to improve home influence and demonstrate club work’s value to family church and community.

Atlantic City N. J U.P John Dickinson Sherman Washington General Federation of Women’s Clubs

Stop ItchingSAI Zemo Relieves Skin Irritations and Pimples

One safe treatment promises relief from itching and skin troubles. Zemo cleanses and soothes skin, removing irritations eczema and ringworm after first use. Non greasy liquid can be applied during day. small 60¢ or large $1.00 bottles available.

P D Q Insect Killer Promises Fast Bed Bug Cure

The notice touts P D Q as a quick action insecticide for bed bugs roaches and fleas claiming instant death on contact and to kill eggs. It advertises a 35 cent package making a quart of solution and a money back guarantee if bugs persist the next day.

Zoe

Hindman mountain school life and grit amid poverty

Hindman students endure rugged routes and austere conditions as Miss Ross searches nationwide for scholarships. Girls trek in creek beds to reach rail lines and lessons, while families pay tuition by work. The community cherishes education despite hardships and ignorance.

Hindman Pup Ross

Mr Elza Graham Takes Oil Leases in Vinton County

Mr Elza Graham is spending time securing oil leases in Vinton County, reflecting local energy development activity and land use interests.

Elza Graham Vinton County

Kirken dall Birth Brings Elliottsville Grandparents

Mr and Mrs Clifford Kirken dall of Elliottsville announce the birth of a daughter on May 20. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Frank Risley of Elliottsville.

Clifford Kirkendall Elliottsville Frank Risley

Memorial Services in New Marshfield Set for Monday

Decoration services will be held in the school grove Monday at 1 30 p m with speakers the Rev Barnes J H Bailey and Rev Dabritz. Refreshments served on ground by the Boy Scouts. March to cemetery at 8 o'clock.

Athens High School A. Y. Wilcox Wilcox Moffatt C. C. Robinson John Miller Don Roush W. W. Ludwig Ohio University Jim Patterson John Fields Marcella Vienup Fanny Davidson Oscar Neale Mary Kircher Bliss Rheinberger Heaven Metcalf L. J. Addicott Board of Education New Marshfield School Grove Barnes J. H. Bailey Dabritz Boy Scouts

Egypt Issues Airmail Stamp With Plane Over Nile

Egypt releases an airmail stamp featuring a plane flying above the Nile. The stamp highlights modern aviation and national pride in a historic air route development.

Egypt The Nile

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