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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1920

Page

3

Entertaining W C T U Members at Howe Home

Mrs J A Howe and assistants hosted the W C T U afternoon gathering at Howe residence on West Franklin Street. Refreshments followed an interest program with attendees counting in, while other local visitors were announced from Pontiac and Caldwell as guests of the hosts.

Miles Rings Elizabeth Street Ww. CT J. A. Howe George Johnson Alfred Scot Lydia Johnson Rotel Howe Howe W. Franklin Dundas Pontiac Mich Ttes Jarelie Bra A. G. Mechem Daniel i Caldwell Bradford Acomb

Arrival Home Bountiful Birthday Note

Fragmentary note records a birthday for Mrs. A. G. Peat and mentions a Sandy Tome Fem Mechem, with covers noted. Limited readable detail, no clear event or date.

A. G. Peat

Nelsonville Ad Circles For Local Potatoes and Hats Sale

Local notices advertise fresh Wier round white potatoes available by delivery from Albert Neeman, with bell phone 687. JustRite Millinery Store in Nelsonville promotes hat and trimming sales, while Harry E. Humphrey and Company announce a November 11 evening of music and song at Christian Auditorium with 25 35 and 50 cent tickets plus 5 cent war tax.

Albert Neeman Bell Harry E. Humphrey and Company Christian Auditorium

Births and notices from township and musical recital

Births announced by Dr C C Butt include John Oliver and Nellis Oliver born 1820. Tipton and Hutchinson families announce births to Pearl Hutchinson and Earl Hutchinson. A musical recital featuring Virginia Ian, Ian Moore, and Helene Whitaker at Unusual artiste Christian church.

Mon C. C. Butt John Nellis Oliver Ores Ethel’ Tipton Thompson Pearl Etta Hutchinson Earl Hay Hary Virginia Ian Oanmere Helene Whitaker Christian Church

Mer Semrone Rh Sats Am Meer Wee

A fragment shows partial phrases including a place near the sea and a personal name. Details are unreadable, and the context is unclear. The item appears to be a damaged notice or note with no coherent event or action.

Okid Students Recall Armistice Spirit in Assembly

Students gathered in a school assembly singing old wartime songs as the two year anniversary of the armistice nears. The charged atmosphere and nostalgic fervor echoed past patriotic moments.

Accidental Tire Burst Injures Lancaster Barber

In Lancaster on November 11, a barber was seriously injured when a car tire burst while he was placing it on a rim. A portion of flesh was torn from his right leg, and his condition was reported as serious.

Lancaster Hares Barber

Bodies of American soldiers arrive home in Washington

News from Washington on Armistice Day notes the return of American soldiers' bodies, watched by the capital as Taps rings out over the Potomac. A nationwide remembrance unfolds with parades, reunions, and a grand spirit of thanksgiving. General Pershing and General March issue statements honoring the fallen.

Washington Potomac

Coal mine disaster reported in West Virginia incident

A coal mine accident near Frontington West Virginia involving the Norfolk mine left several workers injured and a fatality reported. Authorities and rescue dogs were on scene as investigators began to determine cause and scope.

Cash Increases Rapidly Beyond Population Growth

The circulation statement issued by the division of Joans notes currency in the United States Treasury has risen more quickly than population. The report details expanding money supply and rising cash circulation figures across multiple sectors and regions.

Joans United States Treas

Art student aid effort boosts study abroad funds

Miss Marie Louise Myers, a UC junior, helped raise proceeds from a poetry party for American City aid to art students studying abroad. Her event showcased her beauty and talent while supporting scholarships.

Marie Louise Myers University of California Ciy

Justice Department to probe Wall Street bombing feud report

The Department of Justice will investigate a feud among New York union wreckers behind the Wall Street bomb blast after Robert Scott, secretary to Attorney General Palmer, learned The New York Evening World published results of an independent inquiry. Officials say no such evidence exists and will follow leads from the paper. The case has focused on radical involvement, though officials continue official inquiries.

Washington Department of Justice New York Beott

Population and money supply figures from the era

The report estimates a 1910 census population of 167,491,000 for the United States, up 84,000 from last month and 16,647,000 since 1910. Bank notes in circulation total 6,393,140,821, up 95,375,523 from last month and 3,213,156,328 since 1910, with per capita money at 59.48 dollars, the highest on record.

Ury Department United States

Athens County Red Cross Roll Call Extends Slated Day

The Athens County fourth annual Red Cross roll call ends today but requests from outlying districts seek an extra day to canvass communities and gather donations. Local organizers weigh extending the deadline to reach more residents and boost support.

Athens County Red Cross

Reports on Unclear Or Missing Details in Ledger

Fragmentary notes suggest ongoing uncertainty as to whether reports have been fully compiled or verified. The text references missing entries and incomplete data requiring clarification by the relevant office.

Great War Memorial Silence Marks London Anniversary

Great rain suspended for a brief hour today as London honors fallen in the great war. Traffic roared to a halt and Big Ben boomed the hour while trains paused and pedestrians paused in hushed respect.

Trafic London

Notary Public Granted to Women Picketing White House

Miss Catherine Wasegen, leader of the women who picketed the White House, was recently made a notary public. The papers authorizing her appointment were signed by officials including Mies Alice and Mos M. in an apparent official ceremony.

Catherine Wasegen White House Rete One x Fe Fivat Mies Alice Ieee Egret Mos M

Noted Utica Man Recovers After Pink Pills Cure

George D. Steates of Utica describes severe weakness aches and poor appetite due to thinning blood and poor circulation. After reading about Dr Williams Pink Pills he took a box and soon felt stronger with renewed energy and better sleep.

Messenger Wantads Drive Prompt Satisfaction for Readers

The Messenger urges readers to use its Wantads to fulfill desires, claiming widespread reader interest and promising quick results for both large and small wants. The appeal emphasizes high reader engagement and the efficiency of classified ads.

MARK FALLING OFF IN TI

Rail and freight notes show a drop in traffic and car throughputs at major centers. Officials cite annual patterns and possible dealer losses as Athens county faces reduced coal and rail shipments.

Mark Athens

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