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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1920
Page
5
A patient recounts severe bronchial trouble and stroke leaving him nearly speechless. After using Earle's Hypo-Cod, his health improves dramatically with better appetite sleep and voice. The formula is available at druggists for 1.25 plus tax.
Regular session notes new officers for a local lodge with high priestess and other roles to be installed in January. Obituary fragment mentions Miss Joves Allison and a Gallipolis couple visiting for Thanksgiving. Other items report a postponed Childrens Conservation League meeting and local residents traveling to Cincinnati and York for family visits.
Mrs. J B Swanson of 77 North Congress Street will host the Study Circle on Wednesday at 2 o'clock. Harry Wy, August, a former member of the Messenger editorial staff now with the Portsmouth Daily Times, will visit Athenta for the weekend at the home of his fiancée Miss Melba Harwick of West Washington Street.
Notice to Red Men for November 26 announces an oyster supper free of charge. All brothers and visiting brothers are welcome. Signed by George Mitchell Sachem and C. C. Van Dyke, Chief of Records, dated 11 22 91.
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania two masked bandits bound Dr. Joseph Kramer and three others and fled with almost $13 000 from Dr Kramer's office late last night police said the robbery occurred in the city and no arrests had been announced by early today.
Cincinnati reports Mrs Annie McInerney widow was shot by suitor Albert Wulfekamp who had been spurned. He then killed himself, police said. The sensational incident drew immediate police attention in the city.
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A local review praises the Landis Singing Orchestra for a Monday evening performance at Wing Hall auditorium as part of the Athens lecture course. Ruth Worrell, a cellist and contralto, drew attention, with M. L. Landis and Mrs Landis praised for versatility. The troupe, from Gary, showcased a variety of acts, including Mrs Landis in comedic song with an Irish brogue, drawing strong audience response.
At a special meeting the association of retail merchants of Athens voted to close stores at usual times during Christmas week, except December 24 when they stay open later, with all stores closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Novelty and book shops may set their own hours. Merchants are stocking goods for the season.
In Ardmore Oklahoma a woman tied to a Republican figure is linked to a shooting case involving Jake L. Hamon. The suspect, Mrs Hamon formerly Clara Smith, is said to be a relative of Carter County political figures and faces charges of intent.
Frank D. Richardson, a Great Lakes district enforcement agent, prepares abatement of nuisance actions against liquor and property owners aiding rum sellers. Federal judges may deem places nuisances without full violation evidence under the act. New York agents pledge strict action on illegal liquor stores as Thanksgiving approaches.
The house immigration committee resumed work on a migration restriction bill. Representative Johnson of Washington chairs as members return from New York and Ellis Island inspections. The measure aims to tighten entry rules and limit immigration to blood relatives of naturalized aliens.
A committee member notes the flood of postwar travelers bringing back stories. He cites Italy preparing to send 5,000,000 to the country and reliable reports indicate 8,000,000 Germans may be involved, signaling broad economic impact.
A Philadelphia built belt system weighing 1.5 tons and featuring 8 leather belts is described as the largest in the world. The unit transmits 1000 horsepower and is noted for uniform brickwork and reinforced aging strength.
In Indianapolis hog prices hit the lowest level since 1913 as the focal market recorded extreme declines. The report notes a bulk of cases at 90.1 and a general trend toward the $100 range.
November 28 report notes overall price declines in October with a four percent drop in food and a two and a half percent fall in necessaries. Figures reflect consumer costs and retail adjustments across sectors.
The Nash plant in Wisconsin faced a two week shutdown to cut force and prepare for annual saveweeds tokens and plans. Not all workers are expected to be re employed after the layoff.
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