Home Coming Celebration at New Methodist Church
Monday evening a Home Coming and reception were held at the new Methodist Episcopal church drawing hundreds. The first hour featured speaking and musical selections by Rev. W. A. Thomas Hon C. H. Grosvenor Dr. C. W. Super and Rev. H. B. Westervelt. The University Glee Club and local soloists performed. A reception followed with light refreshments and a concert by the high school orchestra under Mrs. DeCamp's direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Methodist Episcopal Church
W. A. Thomas
C. H. Grosvenor
C. W. Super
H. B. Westervelt
Dunkle
L. G. Worstell
Mary Chappelear
University Glee Chuir
Theobald
Spencer
F. M. Swinehart
Henry O’bleness
Hull Foster, Jr
L. Poston
W. L. Sluts
Iliff
Westervelt
Raymond Slutz
DeCamp
Minnie Duckler
Wiis Bodes
Self Destruction Performed by Dr Mills in Park
Dr 0 8 Mills aged 48 a house physician at Columbus State Hospital for the Insane killed himself in Gallipolis park this morning. He wandered about in a despondent mood then shot himself. A note found in his pocket stated the act was premeditated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Mills
Columbus State Hospital
Daly's Jurisdiction Extended Across Traffic Dept
President Newman of the New York Central lines announces that Vice President Charles F. Daly will have jurisdiction over the entire traffic department east and west of Buffalo. Daly will oversee freight passenger mail and express traffic.
Riker to Speak at M E Church Tonight
Dr. A B Riker of Moundsville West Virginia arrives at noon to give the evening address at the M E church and will stay as guest of Mr and Mrs Henry O Bleness. Riker formerly led the church from eighteen eighty four to eighteen eighty seven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Riker
Moundsville
W. Va
M. E. Church
Henry O’bleness
Dr. Riker
Extreme Youth Of the Swindler Saved Him From Prison
In Memphis on November 24, Federal Court stayed the sentence for 14 year old David Stellberg who faced a mail fraud charge. A fine of 250 dollars was imposed after his large August schemes unsettled fur and hide dealers across the West and East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
David Stellberg
County schools to exhibit at county fair education feature
All Athens county public schools and teachers may enter a new educational exhibit at the county fair. Entries must be post Sept 1, 1908 and arranged by the teacher. A second day parade from Court House Square will honor meritorious work with pony rides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Agricultural Society
Lodi Township Teachers Plan First O T R C Meeting
The first meeting of the O. T. R. C. will be held at Jerseyville Tuesday evening December 8 at 7 o clock. Members should be ready to recite Book 1 of Elements of Sociology by Blackmar. GEO N NORRIS Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerseyville
Blackmar
Geo, N. Norris
Cleveland Profits by Quarantine
Cleveland reports a quarantine on New York and Pennsylvania stockyards drives cattle sheep and hogs to its markets. Traders expect Cleveland to rise as a livestock distributing center and possible meat price reductions if the quarantine persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
New York
Pennsylvania
Buffalo
Cleveland Provision Company
Cottongame Trial Opens in Farrna Arnett Murder Case
Hamilton Nov 24 The murder trial of Russell alias Buck Cottongame began in the current court term. Prosecutors allege the night of Labor Day Sept 7 saw the killing of Farrna Arnett. A large witness list includes many from feud districts of Kentucky where both were formerly residents.
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Cottongame
Hamilton
Russell
Buck Cottongame
Farrna Arnett
Kentucky
Arnett
Mrs French Griffis Leaves Kenton After Church Dedication
Mrs. French Griffis of Kenton travels to Columbus after attending the Methodist church dedication. She will visit her mother Mrs. Mary Acord over Thanksgiving, staying with his sister Mrs. Harvey Ramsey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French Griffis
Kenton
Harvey Ramsey
Columbus
Mary Acord
TORNADO REAPS DEATH IN ARKANSAS TOWNSHIPS
Tornadoes swept Arkansas northwestern counties causing widespread destruction. Reports list Piney London Walkerville Jethro Mulberry Berryville and nearby areas with numerous deaths and injuries. Telegraph and rail lines are down delaying confirmation of totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shjttle Rock
Ark
Piney
London
Walkerville
Jethro
Mulberry
Berryville
J. O. Hloskins
Oil King Denies Forming Trust
John D. Rockefeller testified in federal suit to dissolve the Standard Oil trust crediting two men Henry M. Flagler and Samuel C. T. Todd as "master architects" of the oil combine. He said he was not the creator and noted his retirement since 1891 while Kellogg pressed to locate missing stock transfer books.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John D. Rockefeller
Standard
Standard Oil Trust
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
Henry M. Flagler
Samuel C. T. Todd
Rockefeller
Frank B. Kellogg
Keillogg
The
Brotherhood of Men
College of Music pair to visit Columbus for Thanksgiving
Miss Hedwig Theobald and Miss Kay Spencer from the college of music depart tonight for Columbus to stay through Thanksgiving as guests of Miss Theobald's parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hedwig Theobald
Kay Spencer
The
College of Music
Columbus
Death of 4 year old Richard Reeves at West Union Street
The 4 year old Richard P Reeves died about 8 15 Monday evening at the Reeves home on West Union street. His mother, who was severely burned weeks ago, also died. He leaves two small children and a grieving husband. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 2 PM at the Reeves home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard P. Reeves
William Reeves
Reeves
West Union Street
Parry and Gilbert Seek Marriage Permits in Nelsonville
John W. Parry a 33 year old blacksmith and Mary J. Gilbert 25 both of Nelsonville seek marriage permits. The notices list their names ages occupations and residences as filing details for the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Parry
Mary J. Gilbert
Nelsonville
Turkey Supper Tonight at Methodist Church Basement
A turkey supper is held this evening from 5 to 7 o'clock in the basement of the Methodist church. Parishioners and town residents are invited to attend for a community meal and fellowship.
Thespians Shine in Modest Auditorium Showing
The Thespian Quintet performed Monday in the Auditorium to about fifty fans. Highlights included Confedertes with Walls and Walburn, Tomorrow at Ten sung by Walls, Gardner’s recitation, and the standout one act comedy To Obirge Benson led by Walburn Gardner and Blower. Walburn as Trotter Southdown earned top notice. Audiences look forward to As You Like It next month with Walburn as Orlando and Gardner as Rosalind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Benson
Meredith
Mr. Walburn
Orlando
Miss Gardner
Rosalind
Getting Along Nicely After Amputation
William Miller who lost his right arm in a corn-sheller at Wolfe's feed store last week is now able to be up and about the streets. He withstood the shock and operation very well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Miller
Wolfe
Clerks' Union to Convene Special Meeting
A special meeting of the local Clerks' Union will be held Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of the Clerks’ Union
Mrs. Perry Gabbard Dies in Point Pleasant
Mrs. Perry Gabbard of Point Pleasant West Virginia died at home on Monday from injuries after a fall several months earlier. A Somerville descendant tied to early and later state history and business, she leaves a husband and one child Mrs. K T McKinstry, once a noted Ohio University student.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Gabbard
Point Pleasant
W. Va
Somerville
K. T. McKinstry
Ohio University
Ralph Walburn Visits Loren Family
Mrs. Thomas Walburn of Loren visited Monday and today to see her son Ralph a university student who stayed with Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Wickham during his trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Walburn
Loren
Ralph
H. H. Wickham
Firstman Prexy in Fifty Years at Western College
Dean Edwin W. Chubb returned from Oxford where he attended the inauguration of John Grant Newman D D as president of the Western College for Women. Newman is the first man to head the college in fifty years, with many Ohio colleges represented at the event. Alumni listed include Mrs. Harry G. Stalder and Miss Helen Allom of Athens among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College
Western
Presi
Western College
Ohio
Newman
Ohio Wesleyan University
Wooster University
Dennison University
Marietta College
Lake Erie College
University of Cincinnati
Antioch College
Miami University
Ohio University
Oxford College For Women
Miami
Oxford
Dean Chubb
Athens
Harry G. Stalder
Frank Murphy
Helen Allom
Thomas Davis
Cincinnati
Richard Boden
Sloane
Duluth, Minn
Stewart Langdon
Nee Hudson
Chicago
Hobson criticizes Roosevelt over fleet move
Akron on November 24 Congressman Richmond Pierson Hobson wrote to President Roosevelt demanding the Pacific fleet be kept from withdrawal. He condemned the administration for interfering in San Francisco affairs and warned that removing the fleet would endanger the Pacific coast and provoke a national and international calamity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron
Richmond Pierson Hobson
Roosevelt
Pacific
San Francisco
Atlantic
Hobson
Poison plot alleged by Chinese residents in Ohio
In Columbus, Chan Mon Chon Chan Lee Fong of Columbus and Chan Kong Yue of Cleveland sign themselves as representatives of Chinese subjects in Ohio and cable United States Minister Rockhill in Peking claiming Yuan Shikai poisoned Emperor Kwangsu and urging the Prince Chun be asked to execute him for justice and civilization. They say the message was sent to bypass red tape and reach its destination through diplomatic channels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Chan Mon Chon
Chan Lee Fong
Chan Kong Yue
Cleveland
Ohio
United States
Rockhill
Peking
Prince Chun
Yuan Shai Kai
Emperor Kwangsu
Mrs Emma L Carpenter Improves After Surgery
Miss Emma L Carpenter who was operated on last Friday for appendicitis by Drs Hamilton and Henry is improving. Her friends entertain hopes of her early recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma L. Carpenter
Illini Couple Arrested Over Left-Home Baby During Game
James Powers, a University of Illinois law student, and his wife left their baby at home to attend a football game in Champaign. Neighbors, hearing the crying, intervened and pressed for action. Their hearing is scheduled for next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Champaign
Ill
James Powers
University of Illinois
Cannon Favors Tariff Revision in National Law
Speaker Joseph G. Cannon announced he supports revising the revenue laws to fit the Republican platform and will push for prompt incorporation into national law. He warned changes disturb business but seek protection and penalties against discriminatory nations, speaking after a Navy luncheon in Chicago with six rear admirals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Joseph G. Cannon
House of Representatives
Cannon
United States Navy
Alexander H. Revell
Union League Club
Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
Court adjourns. hearing set Friday on French v B&O Ry
Common pleas court adjourned Monday noon until next Friday morning. The case of George A. French against the B and O S W Ry Co for damages is set for hearing on demurrer on Friday November 27.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas Court
George A. French
Demurrer
Waterworks Shut Down in Bloomington Due to Drought
Long continued drought halts flow from the city waterworks in Bloomington Indiana. Water is being brought in in standard cars to supply the city while repairs or restocking are arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Ind
Nev
Lodgeman Drops Dead At Lewisburg Temple
Abner E. May, 56, former superintendent of the Preble county children's home and a businessman, collapsed and died of heart trouble at the Lewisburg Masonic temple during a meeting in Eaton Ohio on November 24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaton
Abner E. May
Preble County
Lewisburg Masonic Temple
Card of Thanks from Moorehead family
The Mooreheads thank friends and members of the Methodist and Christian churches and the L. O. T. M. for help during the illness and after their little daughter’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist and Christian Churches
Frank Moorehead
Murphy Family Hosts Kin From Logan and Carlisle
Mr and Mrs Hal Murphy entertain Mrs Lydia Westenhaver of Logan and her sister in law Mrs A H Westenhaver of Carlisle West Virginia as guests at a family gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hal Murphy
Lydia Westenhaver
Logan
A. H. Westenhaver
Carlisle
W. Va
Ohio University Plays Otterbein and Parkersburg on Thanksgiving
On Thanksgiving Day Ohio University hosts Otterbein in Athens at 9 o clock in what is billed as a hard game and the last home tilt for a year. At 12 55 PM the team travels to Parkersburg to meet the Parkersburg Y M C A squad in the afternoon. A large crowd is expected with several coaches aboard to assist the Athens supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University
Otterbein
Athens
Ohio State
Dennison
Ohio
Denison
Parkersburg
Marietta
Three Counties Vote Dry Wet by Narrow Margin
Police detains reported in Jefferson county and San Dusky and Clermont counties as voters choose dry or wet in a tight three county referendum by 15 votes in favor of wet.
Pittsburg Detective Investigates Steamboat Murder
The body of John Barrow, a well known fi man, was found in the Allegheny river. Police report murder and note Barrow, last seen Saturday night with about $500, worked as an engineer on the steamboat W. T. Smoot, and lived at Hockingport Ohio. Three crew members of the W. T. Smoot are detained.
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Pittsburg
John Barrow
Alegheny River
Barrow
W. T. Smoot
Hockingport
Three Counties Dry One Wet Vote in Ohio County Results
In Ohio on November 24, Jefferson Sandusky and Clermont counties voted dry by large margins totaling 210 saloons closed. Haron county went wet by a margin of 15, reflecting county by county alcohol policy outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Jefferson
Sandusky
Clermont
Haron
Lightkeeper Hurt In Fog Drifts Eight Hours Off Toledo
Captain Gus Cramer, keeper of the Toledo harbor lighthouse on Lake Erie, suffered severe burns when a can of alcohol exploded while lighting the fog signal engine. He and assistant Fred Delaney drifted for eight hours in Maumee bay before reaching shore four miles from land, as medical help finally arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Gus Cramer
Toledo Harbor
Lake Erie
Fred Delaney
Maumee Bay
Cramer
City Cannot Fund Grandstand for Inaugural Parade
City Solicitor Marshall says Columbus cannot provide funds for a new grandstand for the inaugural parade. Mayor Bond had sought council approval and the council committee consulted the solicitor for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Marshall
Bond
Funeral for Mrs. Perry Gabbard Set at Point Pleasant
D. A. R. McKinstry and Mrs. Harry McKinstry travel to Point Pleasant to attend the funeral service for Mrs. Perry Gabbard scheduled for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. A. R. McKinstry
Harry McKinstry
Point, Pleasant
Perry Gabbard
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H. M. Thurlow
McVey
Oeid
F- R. Speck
A. B. Riker Benediction
Dude
Coun
Lodi Township
Arkansas
Flagler and
Todd
Thespians
Thespian
Nfytch
Mies Louise King Walls
Ralph Carlisle Walburr
Clerks’ Union
Edwin W. Chubb
Urday
John Grant Newman, D. D
WATS
Pacific Coast
Bors
Barrows
Lightkeeper
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