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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1920
Page
5
W. D. Brown of Cleveland visited Athens on Monday. Dr. J. X. Boweweet returned from Pomeroy to Column as a dental visit. Bethel residents discuss caxagiving and family updates as state cases appear.
Sgt and Mrs Bethel host and visiting relatives fare across Jackson and Gallia counties. Health news includes Mrs Shaffer’s operation and Mr Cornwell’s return to Athens. Death notice for Matilda Highby at Chillicothe Hospital follows Ohio University student Margaret Highby and niece of Miss Julia Norton.
GLOUSTER W W Johnson aged 62 of Trimble is in serious condition and unconscious after a stroke yesterday afternoon near 5 o clock. He had been feeling well earlier and went to tend the cows when suddenly stricken. The report notes a rabbit shooting nearby as a separate item in the day’s notices.
Joseph Kenyon a 50 year old farmer near Waldo in Marion county shot himself this morning after a period of ill health and anxiety over low prices for farm products. He left a note indicating despair over economic pressures on his crops. Local authorities reported no further details.
United Press reports that on reconvening Congress will face a flood of legislative demands from many organizations. Veteran lawmakers expect a longer, continuous session with revisions to taxes, agricultural adjustments, price relief, veteran benefits, labor migration limits, and opposition to anti strike laws.
Ardmore Okla Nov 30 Public vindication of her husband will be sought by Mrs L Hamon wife of Republican national committeeman from Oklahoma at an informal hevel endorses as a candidate to succeed him The charge that her husband was slain by his former girl secretary Mrs Clara Smith Hamon wife of Hamons nephew remains unresolved with her whereabouts still a mystery.
Cleveland November report notes the petition for a receiver for Motor Car by Levine fails. The suit brought by J W Wilson of Columbus Ohio claims the company was not a paying business and Levine maintains the warrant for appointment of a receiver.
George Reeves, jailer at Shelby County Jail, was killed in Memphis as one of three escapees opened fire. The incident occurred as the inmates fled the facility. Police pursued the suspects and searched the area for the others involved.
Gift buyers are urged to pick a watch now for Christmas and reserve it. The shop promotes a fine selection for both ladies and gents including Elgine Walthame tilinols Hamilton and Hallmark and promises after sale service and duplicate parts or repairs.
Football critics name Peg Fuller of Ohio University to the first all Ohio backfield, crediting him as an equal or superior to his partner Witt. The Cleveland Plain Dealer places him on the second all state list, with other Ohio stars also highlighted.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as instant relief for stuffed noses and head congestion. It promises rapid action with two hourly doses and no quinine, costing only a few cents at drug stores.
New Philadelphia Ohio November 30 Stephen Carter alias Jesse Bunker allegedly confessed to a double murder while en route from Newcomerstown where he was captured. He is to be held for care while police investigate. Mayor J C Ross and Marshal Fisher note the suspect spoke of killings preying on his mind.
Advert says the new pain killer relieves sharp twinges almost instantly. It claims rheumatic relief and says application is direct from Henry W. Cotmer, available at the nearest drug store.
GUYSVILLE O Nov 30 There will be a meeting at Guysville on Saturday evening December 4 at seven oclock in the reception room of the Masonic hall for all interested in roads river and telegraph matters People of Canaan Rome Car paid attend this At this time a roads club will be formed It is a matter of vital importance to Athens county residents to push for better roads next year A large attendance is desired for or against as it will influence road conditions in the county.
A fragmented report notes Ohio University social life regaining momentum after a standstill. It mentions President Alston Bilin and ongoing socials planned each evening through the Christmas holiday, with campus life gradually returning to normal at Saranac.
Ohio Auditor Donahey reports a strong state cash balance, with a record surplus over expenditures and receipts. The forthcoming general assembly will likely limit tax increases to providing financial relief for debt-burdened cities amid rising auto fees and ancillary revenues.
Evanston officials confirm Northwestern University will permit visitors hereafter after two certified assurances that there was no shimming.
Interchurch deanvass organizers set district by district prayer meetings in connection with a campaign. Superintendents listed include Mrs. R. B., District 3. Mrs. Wm. Williams, District 6. Mrs. D. Chase, District 6. Mrs. W. B. G. Pedige, District 7. Mrs. Eilen Boelsner, District 8. Mrs. Sedo, District 13. organizers invite all to attend.
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