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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1920
Page
8
An ad counsels taking a dose every two hours, up to three, to break a cold and cure grippe in minutes. The first dose clears nasal passages, stops runny nose, relieves headache and feverishness, and eases sneezing and soreness. It claims fast, flavorful relief without quinine and at a low cost.
Arrangements are made to lift the Pomeroy wharfboat which has sat three-fourths submerged at the wharf for seven days. The main challenge is securing suitable equipment and labor to complete the operation.
Popular sergeant Powells to day a well man and feels so happy and thankful that he wants every one suffering with rheumatism to hear his story so that they in turn will follow his example and be restored to health He explains how Neutrone Prescription 99 cured him after two years of illness and hospitalization and urges readers to ask their druggist for it Also covers local telephone strike at Pomeroy and firm stance on wage and condition promises delaying service.
Frank Gloeckner appeals for a new trial after conviction by jury for making menacing threats against Ida Baker Gloeckner. Hearing in common pleas court Wednesday ended with the judge reserving decision. counsel included Woolley and Rowland of Athens and A D Ruswell of Pomeroy.
A quiet week in Meigs County probate court with only one new case filed. Peter Stark is appointed administrator with will of Frank Gloeckner's estate, while Sheriff Jacob Hartenbach is enjoined from selling certain real estate.
The county election board completed tallying for the probate judge contest with J. F. Carleton defeating John L. Blair by 38 votes. Carleton will serve another four years as Probate Judge, a race described as a local boss contest between two Syracuse bachelors famed for personal popularity.
Mrs Della Barnett a colored woman was sent to Marysville Ohio to serve an indeterminate term in a state institution. She attempted self destruction in the county jail by hanging with a sheet rope and was found in a strangled condition before being cut down by the sheriff.
A letter sent to courts in Meigs County Ohio outlines strict enforcement of House Bill 620 known as the Crabbe Act. It notes judges hear offenses with county-wide jurisdiction and describes fines split with the local political unit. The letter offers affidavits and free legal counsel and announces a planned law enforcement network to aid prosecutions.
A letter from J. A. White, Superintendent, urges support for Prohibition and states violators of the law may be brought to justice. He offers assistance and signs cordially.
Truant Officer W. W. Thompson visited Letart Apple Grove Shady Side East Letart Fairview and Plants schools Wednesday and found numerous children out of school. Parents were notified to enforce attendance or face county jail.
Cris Brown indicted by a grand jury in November 1918 for hitting James Greathouse of Syracuse. He was arrested last Tuesday night by Officer Buck Moore and jailed. He was arraigned Wednesday morning before Judge Miller and pled not guilty with a $300 bond furnished.
The common pleas court heard the divorce case of John S. Scott versus Cordelia Scott on Monday. The judge took the case under advisement and it will be submitted in 30 days. The court declared all future divorces will follow the same procedure and no divorces will be granted in less than thirty days.
Middleport council discussed two requests from the Meigs Water Company and the Mutual Electric Company. No resolutions passed. water company may accept a one fourth rate increase for six months if approved, while no action on the electric request. Pom eroy ordinance committee eyed a 100 percent water-rate hike but tied to Middleport's rate.
Hundreds of Middleport and Pomeroy residents found themselves unable to reach the butcher, cobbler, and other tradesmen as a planned telephone system walkout disrupted morning communications.
Readers list in the Guysville area recount visits and calls over a recent weekend. People named include Mr. and Mrs. James Watk of Shade visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Poston, Mrs. O. O. Stalder and children from Pakarsburg, Mrs. Charles Inman in Athens, and Rev. and Mrs. M. L. Woodard with son Harold, plus F. E. Kimes and son Paul with Goluster relatives, and Mabel and Edith Woodard of Bartlett.
A dated home remedy promotes 24% ounces of Pinex mixed with a pint of plain sugar syrup or alternatives like molasses honey or corn syrup. It claims rapid relief by loosening phlegm, stopping throat tickle, and soothing irritated throat and bronchial membranes with high consumer satisfaction guarantees.
A vintage ad touts Danderine as boosting hair life and fullness after a massage. It claims the tonic thickens strands, freshens the scalp, and reduces dandruff and shedding, offering youthful brightness to dull hair and urging readers to buy at drugstores.
Sunday guests of Mrs. Arthur Bean included Mr. and Mrs. Floyd George Mrs. Mary E. George and Mr. and Mrs. John Poston at South Canaan Church. Visitors came from Columbus Lancaster Floodwood Coolville Palestine W Va Parkersburg and Stewart. Preaching at the M E church was scheduled for Sunday evening at seven.
Clark's Mills C E Knight and family visited Charles Day and family Saturday night. Sunday dinner guests were Charles Day and family with C E Knight and family at Mr and Mrs Ray Oliver Stewart. Rev Clelland started meetings at Lawrence Chapel Monday evening. Shuler sale at Dutchdge drew attendees from this place Tuesday. Erma Ackley and brother Charles called at Stewart Sunday. Carthage township school board met Saturday to plan keeping schools open. Mr and Mrs Ray Oliver of Stewart visited this place Sunday. Mr and Mrs Ed Carlton of Coolville plan a winter Florida trip. Mr and Mrs W L Messenger stay with James Hershman and wife for an indefinite time.
Winnipeg bakers announce bread price cuts of one cent to 8 cents for a 16 ounce loaf. The move follows an 80 cent drop per barrel for flour, easing costs for retailers and consumers.
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