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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1919
Page
4
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The obituary portrays J L Carpenter as an unusually thoughtful, generous, and principled man who valued Bible study, broad citizenship, and personal integrity. It highlights his calm acceptance of death and his independent, lifelong reflection on truth and humanity.
The Cummins railroad bill faces heavy criticism from labor leaders over its ban on strikes. The New York World argues it does not create industrial slavery and frames the law as preventing intolerable conditions through lawful remedies. Proponents say it protects the public service and provides insurance against stoppages while balancing labor and capital interests.
The piece argues for elevating Jel Benson and Admiral Sims to full admiral status after retiring from active duty. It notes Pershing’s permanent general title, urges similar recognition for navy leaders, and mentions a Senate bill already passed by the House awaiting action.
An opinions reprint from the Chicago Tribune praises President Wilson as the nation faces domestic policy challenges. It extols his sense of responsibility, call to steady leadership, and suggests he should remain at the Capitol guiding America through danger and upheaval.
A nostalgic speaker urges a return to old time farming and home canning to beat high costs. It recalls past gardens with beans, gourds, quince, eggplants, and preserves, contrasting with modern shopping for provender from the grocer. The plea ends with a call to reclaim self sufficiency.
A column contrasts child and adult whiners, arguing grown up whining is harsher and more widespread. It warns women to drop babyish tones, notes men dislike whiners, and cites Henley as a counterexample with quoted lines about steadfast resolve.
Instructions outline making orange pectin from orange peel and lemon juice with steps to extract, preserve, and filter juice. It also covers using orange pectin with blackberry juice and sugar to produce jelly, including boiling to the jelly stage and sealing in sterilized jars or glasses.
A list of attractive fruit salad combos using canned peaches cherries apples figs oranges and pears with fresh citrus juices and nut garnishes. Suggestions include dressings with lemon orange pineapple or scuppernong juice and additions like marshmallows or whole cherries for appeal.
Private Bill Smith returns from Mesopotamia to a home party in full swing. A loud crash and harsh language come from the adjoining room. The hostess quips that Bill has fallen over his Persian prayer rug again and jokes about Jones’s odd phrasing and golf balls.
Sept 28 1899 Nash Republican club met at the armory with many representative Republicans present. Major L M Jewett and RE D Sayre gave speeches. A E Price was chosen to secure a speaker for the next meeting. Frost Sept 20 reunion of the 39th O V I held today with fourteen members present and eight letters read. Officers elected for the year are Dewitt Richardson president Milton King vice president Mrs Mollie Stone secretary. A meeting is set for Oct 5 to pursue O N G organization efforts.
Mrs Margaret Ellis returns to Buckhannon West Virginia after months with son T A Burkett. Visitors include Mrs Patrick Clancy Johnston City Indiana and Athens residents Mrs Grover Douglass Mrs Harriet Six. Local gatherings feature Miss Alice McBride and cousins at Luhrig and Circle Hill.
Mr and Mrs H L Linscott hosted guests from Athens including G R Smith and daughter Kathryn Pauline with Irene Linscott and Bess Mansfield. Several locals entertained visitors from Strouds Run and Little Federal as well as Athens. A sick list note reports Mrs P D Koker in critical condition and possible surgery.
Neva Hawk is on the sick list. Miss Thelma Hawk spent Sunday with her grandmother in Salem. Sam George has returned from Benton Illinois and St. Louis Missouri. Mildred Shields left for Nelsonville to visit her aunt Ella Six. Roscoe Shields and son Delbert are on the sick list. Rinda Gabriel and Ella England of Chauncey are at Grant hospital for operations. Local calls and visits noted among Athens residents.
Mr and Mrs Joseph Chester and Mr and Mrs Will Anthony and son Herbert of Athens visited Mrs Effie Watkins Sunday. Mrs Della Shaw and Ruth visited Mrs Mary Dowler on The Plains. Isaac Newton and Phil Briley went to Logan for the fair. Isaac McHarg hosted two sisters from Chauncey and two children. Florence McClain and Paul and Darrell called on H L Morris in Athens. Elmer Dewey and his wife visited his parents Wm and family. The Grange plans a meeting at the Jackville school Thursday at 7 30 PM.
Miss Nellie Van Vorhes of Athens spent Saturday on her farm. S. S. Shaw’s shares were picked and Shaw’s share was not left. Edna Moore was the weekend guest of her parents at Factory. William Anthony of Athens was the weekend guest of his sister in law Erie Watkins. Mr and Mrs James Kelly from Athens spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Reynolds Lenigar.
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