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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1921

Page

3

Earl McCune for Nelsonville Mayor Seeks Unanimous Victory

Nelsonville editorial endorses Earl McCune for mayor praising his war record, humility, and fitness for office. It argues the town should elect him with broad support, noting his modesty and readiness to serve, and contrasts with public sentiment about local governance issues. The piece also mentions an upcoming fall festival program at the West End building and a Columbus visit by Mrs. Brandenburg and daughter.

Earl McCune Nelsonville Jane France Mac Grateful Humanity West End

Birds Bathe At Every Opportunity Observed By Boys

A brief note observes that birds bathe at every opportunity and boys do so whenever it is absolutely unavoidable, highlighting persistent bathing behavior among both groups.

Athens Society Guests of Mrs Pos ton and Daughter

Miss Bertha Nixon, Mrs Julius Fishcher and Mrs Frances Socie are guests today of Mrs S L Poston and daughter Miss Lulu at Athens.

Bertha Nixon Julius Fishcher Frances Socie S. L Poston Lulu Athens

Adeline Ray Hosts True Blue Class Party

Adeline Ray entertained the True Blue Class of girls from the Christian church at her Washington street home with Miss Verna Hand assisting. The evening featured games contests and music ending with ghost stories after lights out refreshments were served to Mable Hill Mable Butterworth Flo Joyce Oril Smith Nellie Coope Grace Wright Edna Shafer Evelyn Pritts Garnet McMorrow Ruth Herrold Phyllis Evans Gaynel Young Frances Huffman Marsilla Cheeseman Elva Ruscoe Pearl Green Helen Largent.

Adeline Ray True Blue the Christian Church Washington Street Miss Verna Hand Mable Hill Mable Butterworth Flo Joyce Oril Smith Nellie Coope Grace Wright Edna Shafer Evelyn Pritts Garnet McMorrow Ruth Herrold Phyllis Evans Gaynel Young Frances Huffman Marsiella Cheeseman Elva Ruscoe Pearl Green Helen Largent

Presbyterian Ladies Aid Meets In Social Rooms

The Presbyterian church ladies aid society held their regular monthly meeting in the church social rooms on Wednesday afternoon. After business, members sewed for the rest of the afternoon and were served refreshments by November birthday hostesses led by Mrs. Catherine ers who will turn 94 next Wednesday.

Ladies Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church Catherineers

Meeting Cancelled for Standard Bearers Missionary Society

The Standard Bearers and missionary society meeting scheduled for Friday night at the Methodist church has been called off. No reschedule announced.

Standard Bearers and Missionary Society Methodist Church

Masonic Temple meeting set for Nelsonville next Tuesday

The Scottish Rite and Shrine Clubs will meet at the Masonic Temple in Nelsonville next Tuesday at 7 o'clock in the evening. Business of importance will be conducted and candidates for higher Masonic degrees should present petitions before this time.

Scottish Rite and Shrine Masonic Temple Nelsonville

Peggy Hopkins Joyce Nears Settlement In Out Of Court Talks

Chicago Nov 8 Peggy Hopkins Joyce former Follies beauty and her millionaire lumberman husband reached near agreement on settling their marital and financial disputes out of court.

Chicago Peggy . Hopkins Joyce Follies

Shortest will filed in Dover Ohio record

In Dover Ohio on November 8 a will filed for William J Klar left all property to his widow. The testament contained 27 words including the date and signature and was written on a scrap of paper.

Dover William J. Klar

Scott Awaits Sentence In Bribery Case In Youngstown

D J Scott suspended safety director faces trial on a bribe charge with possible prison from one to ten years. Local lodge members urged strong attendance for tonight meeting to finalize Saturday dedication arrangements and conduct Friday rehearsal with officials and Rebekah Lodge sisters. Missionary Society sends Christmas boxes to China and to Middleport Presbyterial Secretary for distribution. boxes accompany church relief effort.

Youngstown, O D. J Scott Hock- Hocking Lodge No Rebekah China The Missionary Society Presbyterian Church Middleport

Supplies Sent To Foreign Fields For Holiday Delivery

Boxes are being dispatched now with the aim that they arrive at their destinations in time for the holiday season. The effort targets overseas recipients and emphasizes timely delivery despite wartime or logistical challenges.

Correction: Wellston Eagles vs Nelsonville Independents game

A clarification from yesterday’s Messenger notes the Wellston Eagles were not scheduled to play the Nelsonville Independents on November 6. The Williamsport Bulls are listed as the opponent.

Wellston Eagles Nelsonville Independents Nelsonville Williamsport Bull Dogs Nelson

Mentho Sulphur Promised For Eczema Relief

A noted skin specialist says Mentho Sulphur treats fiery itching eczema quickly. Its germ destroying properties soothe irritation and heal the skin, leaving it clear and smooth. Obtain a small jar from any good druggist and apply like cold cream.

Independents to clash with top teams at Nelsonville grounds

The Independents host a game on November 6 at Nelsonville City play grounds at 2 30 PM. They will meet some of the best teams in this part of the state and seek a strong showing.

Gate Independents Nelsonville City Independents

Plains Parents Meet Friday Evening

The Plains Ohio announces a Friday evening meeting of the local parent teacher association. All who are interested in the school are invited to attend. The Stewart High basketball team will play here Friday afternoon, with a strong team and a lively game anticipated.

Plains Parent Stewart High Stewart

Wheat Sells at a Dollar on Chicago Board

Chicago November 3 Wheat sold at a dollar on the Chicago board of trade the first time in five years the price dipped to 99 percent for December wheat at noon. A bull fight in Madrid ended with a printer who specialized in bull fight posters gored after a bull leaped the barricade.

Chicago Chicago Board of Trade Madrid

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