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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1923
Page
12
A couple of weeks of illness with inflammatory rheumatism led to a visit to Helzer hospital in Gallipolis on Sunday for treatment. Dr. Helzer offered the parents some slight encouragement regarding the child’s recovery.
J Blackmore retires after tenure of service as postmaster of Pomeroy with Ward Hartley appointed to lead the office. Telegraph superintendent Homer Race notes rising freight telegrams and strong Western Pacific operations from Omaha. Describes scenic Pomeroy Bend views and local enthusiasm for new leadership.
Last Sunday afternoon several Lincoln Hillicans and their well fed better halves rode across the river to the West Virginia hills for a scenic overlook and casual social visit.
Six divorce cases were heard on Monday with five taken under advisement and one granted on the spot. The granted case was Mrs. Ugate versus James K Pusgate, residents of Pomeroy. Others heard were Virgie Julins versus Charles Rodney Fullins, Albert Hughes versus Carrie Hughes, and Mary C Varner versus Jacob Varner. The Alfred suit, once set to be sensational, settled out of court over alimony.
A fragmented report notes no contest outcomes in a case involving Bertha F. Larkin and Harr L. Larkin and mentions James Wallace Weaver and Mayme Weaver related to a rearing dispute. A conductor on a railroad line claimed no coal flats were seen along the entire road from end to end in the IXanawha valley, attributing the situation to no demand for coal after 18 years on the job.
About 20 members of Ohio Valley Commandery No. 24 E. T. left this morning via the H. Vv. to join the grand commandery in session at Columbus. A similar delegation from Athens Logan and other nearby cities also attended.
Public spirited citizens and church support keep the Pomeroy lyceum on the schedule with six numbers this season. The opener, October 1, features The Harp Novelty Company, a quartet of gifted young women, followed by a lecturer, a reader, a magician, and three musical acts.
The Pt. Pleasant trial of Marion Nease drew unprecedented public backing for a first degree murder defendant. Spectators applauded the verdict as the courthouse rang with cheers, while the court noted the jury’s leniency and warned the defendant of the potential for a harsher verdict if chosen as juror.
The jury reached a verdict after deliberating under three hours, signaling they trusted their own consciences to fulfill their duty under the law. Court observers noted the jurors appeared confident in their decision and at ease with the outcome.
The Cincinnati Reds are guaranteed $1,000 to play a local club at Syracuse Park on the Téth with a $300 rain contingency. If the game is canceled by rain the boys may need to dig deep to meet the finances, as Syracuse will be reached by detour.
Informant says Mr. Marshall, new Grace Episcopal rector, will live with his family in Pomeroy rather than Gallipolis and serve as Scoutmaster. Grace rectory is being prepared for occupancy after recently receiving sandstone from nearby cliffs. Marshall brings a strong Athens Nelsonville record and has been active in American Legion work.
Garnet, young daughter ofMr and Mrs Jake Burchett of Middleport, has been seriously ill for an unspecified period, drawing concern from family and community.
The piece contrasts two printer types, cheap and expensive, arguing buyers seek the lowest price and push for discounts until bankruptcy. It concludes with a nod to TRY LAWHEAD advocating reasonable, not cheap, rates.
The Columbus Citizen reports the death of Dr. David Tod Gilliam at age 80 from complications after a stroke. A retired physician for 70 years, he enlisted at 16 in the 2nd West Virginia Loyal Cavalry and lived with his parents in Middleport at the Civil War outbreak. He was related to the late FF. P. Bryan and authored several books. He is remembered by older residents of Middleport and Pomeroy.
Hamden and Portsmouth visitors including Mrs. Joe Martin and family arrive for a weekend visit to Mrs. Fred Wilbur's household. Teachers Mary Irymire and Aileen Rutherford enjoy a Jackson outing. Ohio University professor H. Bing lectured to extension class members. A Hamden Point Rock baseball game at Wilkesville was postponed due to a death, with Hamden unaware of the delay until arrival.
The Western Union camp with sleeper diner and tool car arrived Friday from Chillicothe and will stay two to three weeks while all iron wire is replaced with copper. Harry C. Skilbeck, once a lineman from Athens about 11 years ago, leads a 16 man crew. Local obituaries and visits noted include Mrs Louise Betz funeral in ZaLeski and subsequent family visits in Columbus and Jackson.
Sant Buskirk of Guernsey county, who left the area seven years ago, is visiting relatives here this week.
Eighteen of Hudson Coal Co. coal mines between Plymouth and Carbondale are on strike today. A total of about 20,600 men are idle as the stoppage continues.
A mineral called Mico is now reported to be sourced from crystal rocks located 5,600 feet beneath the earth's surface. The discovery highlights deep subterranean mineral extraction.
Residents report bees swarming around the statue of blind Justice on the Urbana courthouse lawn. Observers say the insects are buzzing around and storing nectar near the statue’s left leg while efforts to smoke them out are considered happening.
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