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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1920

Page

5

Women’s clubs report on conventions and local meetings

Anns White and Mrs. E. D. Sayre led the Columbus convention reviews while Mrs. Field Scott and Miss Bertha discussed the Dayton convention and the Parent-Teacher Association’s statewide impact. Miss Irma Voigt will speak next. Delta Tau Delta hosted a chrysanthemum season dinner on East State street with sea purple and white decor. Local gatherings featured Womans Music Club at Mrs. Moore’s East Union Street home with Schubert and other pieces. William Moorhead of the Investment Securities Company visits Columbus on a brief business trip.

S. Anns White E. D. Sayre Columbus Field Scott Bertha White Scott Bridgeman Dayton Parent-Teacher Association Sony Irma Voigt Delta Tau Delta Trate Delta Tau Delta On Thureday East State Street Elmwood Place Alston Ellist Wee D. H. Moore J. N. Weer C. C. Millikan Womans Music Club Moore East Union Street Schubert Eet Mann OmpPson Berea Behabert Hizey Mise Henderson Sehu Stalder Phillips Weetman Wiliam Moorhead The Investment Securities En Company

Baker Undergoes Tonsil Removal Operation

Mr and Mrs Harvey C Baker of 1s oie street, Columbus report that Mr Baker underwent a surgical operation for the removal of tonsils at home in the evening from Co. Columbus.

Mre Harvey C. Baker Oie Street Columbus Baker

Prohibition Agents Seize Beer in Cincinnati Raid

Federal agents backed by about 35 officers seized beer samples in Cincinnati late yesterday. Thomas Stone, supervising prohibition director, said arrests are expected by week’s end. Saloons with seized supplies were sealed, and a grand jury was to report on an alleged whiskey ring. A warehouse held bonded liquor as investigations continued.

Cincinnati Prohibition Cece Cleveland Columbus Recaro Washington Attem Devel Velane

Catarrhal Deafness May Be Overcome

A brief notice discusses catarrhal deafness and a proposed remedy involving throat drops and tinctures. The item mentions a treatment plan and references the Nabby Lee Ames chapter of the D. A. R. as context for the discussion.

Dabh Fou Coma de Nabby Lee Ames

Athens High Game Postponed By Snowy Conditions

Snowstorm disrupts Athens High football plans with Huntington delayed. Locals expect a tough contest against West Virginians as Portsmouth and Huntington near a tie, while a note on Japan’s athletic footwear claims to separate toes for grip.

Athen Huntngs Athens Caneonce West Japan

Fire damages Athens Ice and Storage Office building

A Thursday morning blaze at the Athens Ice and Storage Company office started when a coal stove flue ignited a wall. Workers from the ice factory formed a bucket brigade but the fire, already in headway, destroyed an adding machine and damaged the elevator and office supplies.

Athens Ice and Storage Company

Turkey Prices Soar As Thanksgiving Week Nears

With Thanksgiving a week away, turkey prices rise due to tight supplies. Reports say turkeys are scarce after a tough spring, with prices around 38 cents per pound for fowl and dressed birds at 60 to 70 cents. Ducks and chickens remain cheaper substitutes. State and national storage show declines: 6,925 pounds in October in state stock vs 19,094 a year earlier. national stock down from 1,849,000 to 72,000 pounds.

Céuana Gs State Bureau of Markets United States Bureau of Markets

Chamberlain's Tablets Praise Widely Across Towns

People everywhere speak well of Chamberlain's Tablets for coughs and constipation. If you are troubled with coca or constipation give them a try. You are certain to be benefited by them.

Chamberlain

Open Night at Gym Postponed to December 2

Ohio University girls gymnasium program postponed from Tuesday evening to Thursday evening December 3. The demonstration features folk dancing calisthenics Indian club swinging and other routines with participants in fancy costumes. Each participant offers complimentary tickets for friends and several free tickets have been issued.

Ohio University

Chesapeake and Ohio picks new president successor

In New York on November 19 the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad announced no successor to the late George W. Stevens had been chosen.

L&ct New York Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad George W. Stevens Road

Lawmakers Eye Slow Finish on Tax System Overhaul

Washington reports a full revamp of revenue and tariff laws may stretch months after the new session begins. Senate Finance leaders weigh delaying income and excess profits payments due December 15 amid calls for relief and reform.

Herbert W. Walker Washington Congress Sete Senate Ovenes Penrose Senate Finance Commission Arsa Hoke Smith Georgia Secretary of the Treasury

Ford Makes Forty v Loegery Heary Bee Magi

A brief sports item notes Ford makes forty against Loegery Heary Bee Magi in an 8.8 strike game. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR errors but the zeroth line indicates a numeric score and opposing teams.

FORD

Minor Alimony Schedule in Dora Hope Case

In Dora Hope’s suit, temporary alimony is ordered with payments of 50 dollars, 25 dollars due November 26, 1920 and 25 dollars due December 11, 1920. The funds support the minor child’s needs while in court.

Dora Hope Hope

Albany Eyes Rate Fight as Railroads Plan Passenger Hikes

State officials, led by Charles D. Newton, prepare to challenge railroad fare increases. The plan foresees new rates and policy shifts aimed at limiting passenger cost, amid expectations of a federal Supreme Court review.

Albany N. Y York State United States Supreme Charles D. Newton

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