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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
6
Historic text outlines proposed amendments to Ohio state constitution The document cites amendments related to bill passage timing governor veto power taxation and exemptions It includes names of speakers and officials and notes adoption dates in 1908 and references to sections and legal procedure.
William Whalen visits his brother in Clesernd while his barber shop post is filled by John Burns from Canaanville. The Sunday Creek bridge nears opening as south approach is finished and the north approach under way. W A Craft purchases the M Clark residence and plans moving from Trimble.
Official certify that a resolution adopted by the Ohio General Assembly on April 24 1808 is an exemplified copy. The document notes Speaker Thomreon and Senate President Hareta approving the amendment and records the March 20 1906 adoption as part of Ohio state constitutional changes.
The remark claims a husband’s compliment to a wife about her beauty taints her reputation, affecting how she is perceived by the world. It argues the woman bears the social cost regardless of her awareness or concern.
Notice to teachers states monthly exams on the first Saturday unless holiday then on the following Saturday. Sorwell Examinations occur on the third Saturday and the second Saturday in May. D. C. Jackson, Clerk.
Ida H Powell sues William H Powell in common pleas court seeking divorce and custody of two minor children. The petition notes their marriage on June 25 1900 and a February 14 1908 manslaughter conviction in Hocking County that sent him to the penitentiary for five years, prompting the separation bid.
Nancy C. Wilkes files a partition suit against James W. Hunter and multiple heirs over the estate of the late John H. Hunter in Waterloo township. The tract spans 3.66 acres. his widow died August 6, 1998. L. A Koons represents the plaintiff in this heirs action.
Aston Ellis, president of the State Agricultural College, departed this morning for Ft. Collins Colorado. He will pass through Cincinnati and Chicago for brief stops and stay in the West into late month to visit numerous educational institutions before returning.
The annual W R C convention closed Friday with a largely attended program. About a hundred ladies registered as district officers elected Hannah A Maxon president and Hattie Johnson vice president. Nelle Dana became district delegate and Tinte Montgomery an alternate. Next convention may be in Salt Lake City Utah with state president Edith Meson speaking. Nelsonville W R C delegation arrived and next meeting planned there.
H J Baker of Zanesville died at 4 20 am after neuralgia of the heart following a brief illness. He was about 60, a merchant, and a prominent church trustee of St John s Evangelical Lutheran. He leaves four children including Helen Baker at Ohio University.
The International Tax Association holds its second conference in Toronto with delegates from 34 U S states, Canadian provinces and universities. Dr. H W Elson of Ohio University will attend, following the Columbus meeting that drew nearly 300 delegates and produced influential papers on taxation. The Toronto event aims for similar economic impact with wide discussion topics.
A son born to Mr and Mrs John Corney of Btela avenue on Tuesday October 1 weighing eight pounds Father announced the birth noting health of mother and child in the early notice from the local hospital.
A patent medicine advertisement touts Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription to treat pelvic weakness and related symptoms. It claims rapid relief with a known composition, no alcohol, and endorsed by eminent medical writers. It also promotes Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as the original liver pills, sugar coated and easy to take.
Dack Moore, district president of the Miners Union of Rendville, traveled to Oils City for a business visit on Saturday.
Postmaster J. W. Bryson was a business visitor in Athens, Saturday. W. H. Raredin, of Corning, circulated among old friends here, Saturday.
Rev. 8. 8. Cherrington and family of Hart Falls, who have been visiting his brother C., Cherrington and family of this city, left for their home Saturday.
W. G. Allen and his family from Dickerson West Virginia arrived Saturday for a short family visit and Mr Allen will take a ten day vacation.
The Ladies Guild of the Cyvered of Christ met at Mrs Iola Hanshaw's home last Friday evening. Devotions opened with Jesus Saviorus Pilot Me. readings from Matthew 13 71 verses by Mila Crewford. program included readings recitations and vocal solos. Perry county dry victory announced. receipts 41.95 pushing treasury over 90. next meeting set for Oct 16 at Mrs C M Clark.
A Maine resident from Guilford credits Dr King’s New Life Pill with three years of good health for the whole family. They praise a gentle cleansing effect and say the product is sold at MeeKee’s drug store.
The Board of Engineers in Cincinnati rejected the petition to build a bridge across the Ohio River linking Parkersburg West Virginia and Belpre Ohio. J H Newell of East Liverpool and president of the bridge company travels to Washington to seek support from Congressmen Burton Kennedy and Youngstown officials to renew efforts.
Lottie Whitmore of Athens sues Nehmiah Whitmore to recover property from a prior alimony agreement and seeks restoration of the estate. Jennie Crippen also files for divorce from Albert Crippen amid claims of unfaithfulness. The case lists numerous Athens residents and various court costs and fees.
Dr. F P McVay departs at noon for Columbus to bring Mrs H G Williams home from Grant hospital after a very severe operation weeks ago. They will return to Athens this evening.
Expenditures list shows September auditor salary of 240 dollars, publishing costs for treasurer reports, various local expenses including bonds, road and infirmary costs, numerous home order payments, and salaries for county officials such as probate judge and clerk. Totals include payments to banks, printing firms, and individuals for services and claims throughout the county.
Mrs Ralph Mason, ill for six weeks, will be taken to Grant hospital in Columbus on Wednesday by Drs Lee and McDougall for surgery.
Dr and Mrs C M Shepard, guests of General and Mrs Grosvenor, depart Monday for Columbus Then Tuesday they sail to New York to begin a six to eight month tour of Europe. The doctor plans study while abroad and the pair will visit the continent for several months.
The Marietta squad spent a few hours in Athens on Saturday night arriving on the late K and M train and departing at 11 o clock over the B and O S. They defeated Muskingum 5 to 4 on Saturday afternoon. The Muskingum club is strong this year as Marietta fields nearly the same lineup that beat Ohio last year 68 to 0.
Tickets go on sale Oct 12 13 and 14. Athens to Cincinnati ONE-WAY fare $4.75 second class. Colonist fares listed to Alberta Arizona British Columbia California Idaho Mexico Montana Nevada New Mexico Oregon Washington. Homeseekers excursion to many southern western locales on first and third Tuesdays monthly. For rates contact F B Bean Athens O or J H Larrabee Toledo O.
Mrs Albert Ayres of Pt Pleasant West Virginia is visiting relatives and friends in the area and is the guest of local residents.
The funeral for Robert White, who died Sunday evening, will be held at Clerk's Chapel Wednesday at 3 o'clock. The casket will be open at the residence near Rock Ripple school house from 1 to 2 P M Wednesday for viewing, but not at the church.
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