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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1921

Page

3

Strengthen your stomach with Mi O Na claim

McKee Drug Company guarantees Mi O Na will strengthen your stomach and banish indigestion or your money back.

McKee Drug Company

Nelsonville council discusses levee repair and street relief

The Nelsonville council met with all members present. The mayor reported 196.70 in fines for the month and a citizen urged temporary relief for Jackson street which is impassable at the upper end. A plan to repair and strengthen the levee was introduced costing about 8 000, with bond sale prospects pending a committee report.

Linn Asa Hammond Mr.Steward Jackson Street C. W. Juniper Tom Street W. Columbus Street Lax W. Washington Street

Knights of Maccabees called meeting tonight at 6 30

A called meeting of the Knights of Maccabees is set for Tuesday evening at 6 30 to make arrangements for the funeral of Thomas Allen, Commander Bols.

The Knights of Maccabees Thomas Allen

Outdoor Club marshmallow roast on Robbins Hill

Miss Elizabeth Mechem entertained the Outdoor Club girls with a marshmallow roast on Robbins Hill Saturday. Attendees included Ruth Eberle Ruth Chapman Josephine Porter Elizabeth Smith Audrey Ailes Mary Anderson Ruth Kelch and the hostess.

Elizabeth Mechem Robbins Hill Ruth Eberle Ruth Chapman Josephine Porter Elizabeth Smith Audrey Ailes Mary Anderson Ruth Kelch

West End P T A Plans First Meeting and Fall Festival

The West End Parents-Teachers Association will hold its first meeting of the year at the West End building Friday at 2 PM. Discussed will be the forthcoming fall festival. A good turnout is encouraged.

West End Parents-Teachers Association

Fort Street Cemetery Bans Trespassing and Loitering

No trespassing or loitering orders issued for Fort Street Cemetery after resident complaints. Enforcement details and affected hours unclear due to fragmentary text.

Fort Street

Misconduct Triggers Orders Issued

Fragmentary report notes that misconduct prompted authorities to issue orders. Readable context highlights enforcement actions and official response to alleged improper conduct.

Community Club Meeting At Y M C A Tonight

Community Club gathers at the Y M C A at 7 30 for important business and a large attendance is expected.

Organized for Business Aids Victory Memorial Fund

The Woman's Community Club leads the National Victory Memorial Building Fund drive in New York township with Nelsonville and York township committing to patriotic support. York township sent 450 boys. twelve bodies from France are honored with full military rites. Donations may be credited to the church or given at the Citizens' Central bank. volunteers will collect at the Square tent daily this week.

Woman’s Community Club National Victory Memorial Building Fund New York Township Nelsonville York Township France Presbyterian Church L. R. Kelch Citizens’ Central Bank

Misses Conly and Conley Spark Fox Trot Prize Night

Miss Anna Conly entertained a group of friends on Thursday evening. Miss Kathleen Conley and Mr. Lawrence Newton won first prize for a Fox Trot amid the lively party atmosphere.

Anna Conly Buchtel Kathleen Conley Lawrence Newton

Big chamber of commerce rally set for Thursday evening

The chamber of commerce holds a large rally this Thursday evening with a 6 15 dinner served by Presbyterian church ladies. President Welch urges full attendance and welcomes any citizen to join, with the attendance committee lining up a good crowd.

Chamber of Commerce The Presbyterian Church Welch

Busy Men's Class Opens This Week at YMCA

The Busy Men's class runs from 11 to 12 on Monday Wednesday and Friday. It aims to attract business and professional men and has drawn fine attendance and interest across athletic classes.

Sunday Guests Weekend Social Figures in Glouster and Surroundings

Mrs. B. W. Hawk of Glouster visited her daughter Mrs. Harrold Mechem on Sunday. Several communities are represented with visits from Miss Ella Burnell, Miss Bertha Higgins, the Betts family, Ruth Betts, Roy Latta, Mrs. C C Wallace, and others. A motor outing took C. E. Jewett and family to Hebbardsville to see Mr. W. C. Bean. L. D. Martins' family enjoyed Buckeye Lake for a Sunday outing.

B. W. Hawk Glouster Harrold Mechem Ella Burnell Bertha Higgins Lancaster Harry Betts Ross Betts Ruth Betts Roy Latta Hemlock C. CC. Wallace Moline Ill W. T. Bennett Ed Betts C. E. Jewett Mary Jane Marie Walters Six Ida Jewett Hebbardsville W. C. Bean L. D. Martin Buckeye Lake Mercides Colum

Weekend Guests Fill Homes Across The Area

Harris Wood and parents hosted by O. S. U. student as Mrs. William Mills welcomed guests. Many locals welcomed visitors from Columbus Spokane Logan and Moline with dinners and visits. Ghouster Lodge 1197 members are urged to attend a meeting October 5 at 7.

William Mills Harris Wood Leonard Cooley Charles Howe Athens Cora McDonald Columbus Bess Ailes Frank Sater Spokane Washington J. D. Martin Esther Young Emma van Atla Young John Hoodlett James Martin Sr James Martin Jr Betty Green Logan William Lash Meeker D. D. Campbell A. R. Harper Edith and Rosecoe Funk Walter Mechem W. T. Bennett C. C. Wallace Moline, II Hemlock Ghouster Lodge By. O.O. M

Pythian Sisters Box Supper Planned at K of P Hall

Glouster residents William Jansen Sr and family of Jacksonville visit. Miss Grace Baird of Trimble stays with Supt and Mrs Hartley at Lathrop. The Pythian Sisters announce a box supper and parcel sale Saturday evening October 8 at the K of P hall. All are invited to attend and bring a box for a social evening.

William Jansen Jr Jacksonville Grace Baird Trimble W. N. Hartley Lathrop Pythian Sisters K. of P. Hall

Glouster Chamber Discusses Main Market Road Change

The Glouster Chamber of Commerce met last night to discuss efforts to alter the Corning to Glouster main market road. A follow up meeting is planned for next Monday night to decide on the proposed change.

Glouster

Lions Hold Special Meeting At Eagles Hall

A special meeting of the Royal Order of Lions is set for Friday evening at the Fraternal Order of Eagles hall and the presence of all members is desired.

Royal Order of Lions Order of Eagles

Reunion of 63rd O V V 1 in city today and tomorrow

Civil War veterans and American Legion members prepare for a two day reunion in this city. An elegant dinner and supper will be served at the Methodist church social rooms with a special program at the Odd Fellow Hall. Local businesses display flags to honor the event as patriotic displays spread.

American Legion Methodist Church

Funeral of Miss Maggie Masor Held at Home

Miss Maggie Masor twenty six, daughter of Mr and Mrs Geo Mason of Hollister, was buried in Hollister cemetery after funeral at her parents home at 1 pm. The service was conducted by Harry M Wilson, pastor of the Glouster Church of Christ. She died Friday at Gallipolis hospital after eight years of treatment.

Maggie Masor Geo. Mason Hollister Harry M. Wilson Glouster Church of Christ Mason Gallipolis

Mrs Vaughn Kelly Departs City After Visit

Mrs Vaughn Kelly leaves this morning for New York City after visiting Dr and Mrs A J Crawford and daughter Miss Helen in the city.

Vaughn Kelly A. J. Crawford Helen New York City

Nelsonville man visits son in law and daughter in Columbus

L G Matheny of Nelsonville is spending a few days with his son in law and daughter Dr and Mrs W A Pride.

L. G. Matheny Nelsonville W. A. Pride

Fawcett Returns Home From city business

G. C. C. Fawcett arrived back at his Delaware home yesterday after a short visit in the city for business matters.

G. CC. Fawcett Delaware

Mrs Drury Visits Mother Mrs McCoy In Middleport

Mrs. W. R. Drury returned yesterday from Middleport where she was the guest for several days of her mother Mrs. McCoy.

Audrey Munson On Trial For Immoral Posing In St Louis

Audrey Munson world famous sculptor's model faces a morals charge in St Louis as she goes on trial for nude posing at Royal Theatre. The case centers on a conspiracy to commit immoral acts with a platform pose before a screen and a galley gown with a spotlight. Police seized the film Innocence after shutting the theatre and detaining Munson and her manager Ben Juddell. Ministers who viewed the screening are to testify.

ST. Louis Audrey Munson Miller Criminal Court of Correction Miss Munson Royal Theatre Ben Juddell

Diamond Dyes Offer Easy Home Dyeing For Fabrics

The advertisement promotes Diamond Dyes as simple to use for wool silk linen cotton and mixed fabrics. It guarantees no spotting fading streaking or running and instructs customers to tell their druggist the material type before dyeing.

State Supreme Court hands down industrial cases

Columbus Oct 4 The state supreme court in regular session here today handed down decisions in a number of industrial compensation cases and other minor matters.

Columbus State Supreme Court

Autopsy Set for Searles Case in Private Mausoleum

Lawrence Mass October 4 autopsy on Edward F Searles multimillionaire to test rumors he was poisoned likely to be held in the crypt of the private mausoleum on the Searles estate October 13 according to officials learned today.

Lawrence Mass Edward F. Searles Searles

Oil Demand Pushes Up Pennsylvania Crude Price

Revival of industrial activity lifted demand for lubricants and other Pennsylvania crude oils, causing a 25 cent per barrel price increase to 2.75 dollars. Four other grades also rose by 20 cents amid the stronger market.

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

Wall Street Money Stays Even on Giants Series Odds

On October 4 in New York the World Series betting remained largely even money. Giants and Yankees backers split, with most bets at even money though some 11 to 10 wagers appeared. Brokers reported light activity.

New York Giants

Lima Authorities Challenge Gas Rates in City Ordinance

Lima officials urged the Lima Natural Gas Company to conform to city ordinances or quit. The company argued the ordinance regulating charges. Lima declared the rates fair and just and said the firm agreed to recognize any rate ordinance in its contract. If continuing service was impossible, the city asked the utilities committee to order a discontinuation.

Columbus Lima Public Utilities Commission Lima Natural Gas Company Utilities Committee

Rockefeller seeks quick ruling on tax case

John D. Rockefeller, via his attorney, asked the Supreme Court to advance arguments in a case to recover federal income taxes paid years ago. The federal government agreed to Rockefeller's motion.

Washington John D. Rockefeller Supreme Court Rockefeller

Hotels face prosecution for rate hikes without fire marshal notice

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that hotels increasing room rates without notifying the state fire marshal can be indicted for profiteering. The decision highlights enforcement against price gouging in lodging.

Columbus State Supreme Court

Kidney Salt Remains Popular Remedy for Back and Kidney Ailments

A health notice extols Rad Salts as a safe, inexpensive kidney cleanse. It claims daily use relieves back ache, rheumatic pains, and bladder disorders by flushing kidneys and balancing urine acidity. A local druggist reports high sales from believers in early kidney trouble.

Delay in Toledo Yeggs Postoffice Robbery Trial

The Toledo postoffice robbery trial of three principal suspects, including Joe Urbaytis, Charles Schultz, and George Rogers, is postponed from tomorrow. Convicted in June on conspiracy charges, the defendants escaped from the county jail on Labor Day. Urbaytis and Rogers remain at large as the case awaits rescheduling.

Toledo Federal Court Clerk’s Joe Urbaytis Charles Schultz George Rogers Urbaytis Rokes

Silver Deposits Occur on Copper Sheathing of Ships

Sea-water leaves deposits of silver on ship copper sheathing, a common occurrence analyzed for corrosion and metal interaction aboard vessels.

Water Main Laid to Athens Country Club Project

Bart Davidson, contractor, launched a water pipe line from the city pumping station to the Athens Country Club with about twenty workers. The trench reaches Grosvenor Crossing today, and a carload of pipe arrives there for distribution. If weather cooperates, the job should finish within thirty days.

Country Club Bart Davidson Athens Country Club Grosvenor Crossing Grosvenor Davidson

Frost Expected Tonight as Cold Weather Reaches Peak

The weather forecaster warns of frost this night due to continuing cold. Exposed items should be sheltered in protected places. gas fires and some furnaces have been lit in recent evenings.

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Maccabee Bols West End Parents. Teachers Association Stuart Opera House Hans Fritz John McCormick Kaelin National Unemployment Conference Elizabeth Christman Chicago Mary van Kleek Audrey Favor Play By Play West Wash Ington Street the Athens Messenger Tion
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