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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1921

Page

3

Thanksgiving Visits Spread Across Ohio and Virginia

Holiday plans unfold as families travel for Thanksgiving. E R Lama heads to Columbus for a week away. Mr and Mrs J M Hyde drive to Columbus with Miss Louise Hyde and Herbert Hyde joining for Thanksgiving. Others visit relatives in Marietta Beverly Lebanon and Charleston for the holiday.

E. R. Lama Columbus Harry Hinman Bridgeport Ward Woodard Leighton Aumiller Lowell Burnelle William Burnelle J. M. Hyde Louise Hyde Herbert Hyde C. E. Bennett Charleston W. Va W. L. Hudson Lebanon

Bazaar and entertainment date moved by PTA

The Parent-Teacher Association of the Central building has altered the bazaar date to December 15, one day earlier than previously announced.

Parent-Teacher Association

Out of town guests attend funeral of Mrs Abbie Benson

Mrs Abbie Benson was laid to rest Monday afternoon with attendance from Portsmouth Will Webb Toledo Celia Forrester Dunnick Shafer Thacker Lucy Allen Columbus Kate Nelson Nelle Wright Starr Charles Keynes L D Johnson Logan Sloane Poston Biddle Rauch Welch Schloss McKee Preston Byron Wolfe Poston Lulu Poston J D Brown Athens among others from Athens and surrounding areas as they gathered for the services in town.

George Webb Portsmouth Will Webb Toledo Celia Forrester Dunnick F. Shafer Orrin Thacker Lucy Allen Columbus Kate Nelson Nelle Wright Starr Charles Keynes L. D. Johnson Logan and

Athens Federation Club Honors Mrs Sayers at Reception

Mesdames Hyde Hill Parks Socie Cooley Jackson and Miss Baird attended a reception last evening held by the city Federation Club of Athens at the Athens Methodist church honoring Mrs RE D Sayers district vice president.

Mesdames J. M. Hyde N. Hill W. H. Parks Frances Socie Ed Cooley R. H. Jackson Hattie Baird City Federation Club of Athens RE. D. Sayers Athens Methodist Church

Local social visitors and holiday guests listed

Misses Lou and Mable Shafer visit Mr. and Mrs. D F Shafer in Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Owens of Columbus are weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Beard. Mrs. G A Hamm and son Paul spend Thanksgiving at Gallipolis with Mr. Hamm.

Lou Mable Shafer D. F. Shafer Columbus Bert Owens James Beard G. A. Hamm Paul Gallipolis Mr. Hamm

Government headsstone program invites eligible veterans

All persons with relatives who died or were killed in service in the Revolutionary Civil Spanish American and World Wars are entitled to a government headstone. Those who want a headstone furnished should contact L. G. Matheny.

United States L. G. Matheny

Civil War and World War veterans headstones description

Government furnished headstones for Civil War Spanish War and World War veterans provided at government expense with freight prepaid to railway stations. Stones are white marble with specific dimensions and a circular emblem affixed on the front face showing either a Roman Cross or Star of David depending on the applicant.

G. R. Robinson

Nelsonville Buckeyes Beat Millfield Tigers 6 to 0

The Nelsonville Buckeyes defeated the Millfield Tigers 6 to 0 in a clean, well played game. Both teams showed sportsmanship from start to finish. The Buckeyes are well organized and have played well together all season.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Buckeyes Millfield Tigers Buckeyes

Esther class holds evening meeting and potluck

A business meeting of the Esther class was held at the home of Mayme Keplar Monday evening. At a late hour a potluck supper was enjoyed. A Thanksgiving dance will be given in the K of P hall on November 24 to members and their families and invited guests. A fine time is anticipated.

Esther Mayme Keplar K. OF P

Faithful Marthal Sunday School Entertained at Fayette Street

The Faithful Marthal of the Methodist Sunday school, taught by Mrs. Robert Hickman, were delightfully entertained Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. C. D. Shafer on Fayette street. After a business meeting a social hour followed and a luncheon was served to 27 members. Mr. and Mrs. James Stillwell returned to Middleport after visiting, with Mr. and Mrs. George Arnold accompanying them home.

James Stillwell Middleport Mrs George Arnold

El Karnak Group Praised At Local Ceremony

A well attended ceremony featured El-Karnak Group receiving high praise from all sides for its first ceremony. Speakers concluded the program of a perfect day and plans for future Nelsonville activities were discussed by candidates, Preston, and a corps of loyal assistants.

When Death Took Our Dear One Backus Family Remembers Loss

A family mourning poem marks the death of a beloved relative two years past. The verse recalls quiet nights at home, fading hopes and the solemn trust in a higher purpose. Names listed include Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Backus and siblings Eugene and Harl Backus.

Jesse Backus Eugene and Harl Backus

BromO Quinine Tab Relieves Headache From Cold

Ad for brominated quinine tablets claiming to cure head colds and headaches. Describes the product as a tonic laxative and germ destroyer with the genuine EB W Grove signature. Promises relief and urges buyers to ensure they get bromO.

EB. W. Grove

Blue Lodge Elects Officers at Tuesday Meeting

Paramathia Lodge No. 25 F. and A. M. held an officer election Tuesday evening. W. W. Lee was chosen Master, Walter Porter Senior Warden, Forest Harper Junior Warden, P. G. Dowler treasurer, J. A. Palmer secretary, ea Woodworth Senior Deacon, Ian Gibbs Junior Deacon, Sam Burson Tyler.

Paramathia Lodge No W. W. Lee Walter Porter Forest Harper P. G. Dowler J. A Palmer Ea Woodworth Ian Gibbs Sam Burson Tyler

Nelsonville Men Defeat Logan in Local Y Volleyball Night

Nelsonville business men met Logan counterparts at the Y on Monday night and won four straight games in a brisk volley ball session.

Nelsonville Logan Vsitors

Thanksgiving Services Set for 7 P M in Basement

Episcopal church will hold Thanksgiving services at 7 PM Thursday due to painting. service moved to the basement. Invite extended to all. Church expected to reopen Sunday December 4 for the harvest home service.

Episcopal Church

Karnak Grotto Holds Ceremonial Sessions at Nelsonville

The Karnak Grotto met at Stuarts Opera House in Nelsonville with about 200 participants in a parade led by the Nelsonville band. Under Monarch Doc Welch, some 60 neophytes were proclaimed as prophets of old, with ritual ceremonies, a supper at the Methodist church, and a stage show beginning at 8 pm.

Eilkarnak Grotto Karnak Grotto Stuarts Opera House Nelsonville Grotto Boys Doc Welch Eschence Columbus Zanesville Ohio Elbha Methodist Church Opera House Neilsonville Band Prophets

Musterole Sore Throat Rub Promises Quick Relief

A vintage advertisement touts Musterole as a quick sore throat remedy made with oil of mustard. It claims the clean white ointment avoids burns, spreads easily with fingers, and penetrates to draw out pain. Available in jars and tubes at drug stores.

Newsholme Criticizes American Prohibition Policy

Sir Arthur Newsholme, former Ministry of Health member, after two years in the United States, warns that the American public is harming medicine by prohibition. He speaks in London, arguing against U S policy and its impact on medical practice.

London Arthur Newsholme Ministry For Health America United States

Endorsement of Prohibition Policy Supports Extension

Sir Arthur argues for maintaining and expanding prohibition as law. He frames it as freeing many from unfair conditions and reducing suffering, noting compulsion works faster than moral suasion to prevent harm and end inefficiency.

Sir Arthur

Go To Church Sunday Plans For University Students

Professor C L Martzolff announced today that city churches are arranging special services for University of Sunday students on December 4. Music and addresses will directly appeal to students and are expected to attract them to attend.

C. L. Martzolff

Buckeyes State & Loan Co Promotes Deposits in Columbus

The Buckeyes State and Loan Co announces rates on deposits and loans at six percent with emphasis on sound policy and prompt service. It reports reserves exceeding $625,600 and total assets over $21,000,000.60, highlighting reliable security and courteous business in Columbus Ohio.

Buckeyes State & Loan Co Rankin Ae Gay St Columbus Ohio

Athens church unity day urged with university support

More definite programs giving subjects of addresses will be announced the latter part of next week. This will be a great day in Athens churches and full cooperation of the Athens people, the churches and the university are solicited to make the occasion a success. The churches that will give special attention to the day are the First M E, Presbyterian, Christian, Baptist, Catholic and Episcopal. You should take a vacation. Even though you may not need rest, those around you do.

Athens M. E

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Farrow William Morgan New York City Vance Bell Hyde Bldg Suare Okeh Hickman’s Pharmacy Edison Brunswick Benson the Automobile Store Sloan Pain Evelyn Backus Blue Lodge Bennett Prophets L V. Kin By Clyde A. Beals Keenan Senger Edington Grasselli The Cable Hardware Co Winchester Tu E Bon Ton Athens County Lulu Parry
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