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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1924

Page

6

Lodi Township to vote 3 mill school levy next month

Residents of Lodi township gather at the high school auditorium to discuss a proposed 3 mill school levy. County officials note years of unpaid teacher salaries and state aid implications. failure to approve could force more bonded debt, while approval would unlock state funds and ongoing aid. Prof George Carruthers of Ohio University spoke, with teachers’ meetings preceding the event.

Jerseyville. O Lodi Township H. R. McVay Lodi County Board of Education Jiaxe cVay George Carruthers Ohio University Edith Payton

Mentha-Pepsin Promised Quick Relief for Indigestion

An ad from McKee Drug Co promotes Ware's Mentha-Pepsin as the fastest cure for indigestion and related symptoms. It claims a dessert spoonful eases gas and heart palpitations within ten minutes and promises lasting relief from dyspepsia, dizziness, insomnia, and headaches. One bottle is guaranteed by McKee Drug Co. and pharmacists.

Ware McKee Drug Dave

Pleads Not Guilty On Liquor Charges

Orley Porter of The Plains pleaded not guilty to intoxication and possession of liquor in a magistrate court after a Wednesday arrest by Special Constable Ailshire. He faces trial next Monday. Clarence Cusick of Plain Ridge was arraigned for keeping a child out of school, pleaded guilty, fined five dollars with costs suspended.

Orley Porter the Plains Helwig Horley Porter Special Onstable Ailshire Clarence ‘Cusick Pone Ridge Edges Atdance Tuck

Former Chauncey Resident Visits Friends in Town

Amer Braley of West Palm Beach Florida is visiting Chauncey with Mr. and Mrs. James Love. He lived here over thirty one years ago and plans to stay several days at the Love home to meet former Chauncey friends.

Herf. Amer Braley West Pain Beach Florida Chauncey James Love Mr. Braley Love Home

Enjoy Motor Trip With Kinder and Shirkey Party

Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Kinder with daughters Mildred and Alice and Harold Shirkey of Jacksonville joined Mrs. C. H. Boudinot and Allan and Goldie Boudinot of Millfield and Eugene Kinder of Glouster for a motor trip to Jackson Lake and Canters Cave near Jackson on Sunday.

D. A. Kinder Mildred Alice Harold Shirkey Jacksonville C. H. Boudinot Allan Goldie Boudinot Millfield Eugene Kinder Glouster Jackson Lake Canters Cave Jackson

Chauncey Hosts Guests At Local Home Event

Mr and Mrs 8 Jackson entertained guests at their Chauncey area home Sunday including Mr and Mrs FE EH Boudinot of Millfield and Mrs Henry Martin and Mrs Charles Leffler of Chauncey.

Jackson Chauncey FE. EH. Boudinot Millfield Henry Martin Charles Leffler

Pythian Sisters Social Planned at Hebbardsville

The Chauncey Pythian Sisters schedule a social gathering Saturday evening at the country home of Mr and Mrs Fred Robinett in Hebbardsville. Members are told to meet Saturday evening at Mrs William Colling s Main street home for transportation to the Robinett residence.

Chauncey Pythian Sisters Fred Robinett Hebbardsville Robinett William Coljing Main Street

Chauncey Pythian Sisters to Host Masquerade Night

The Chauncey Pythian Sisters will dispense with the regular lodge meeting next Tuesday evening. A masquerade party and the monthly birthday dinner will highlight the evening as members are urged to attend.

Chauncey Pythian Sisters

Myers Family Visit Ties Millfield And Des Moines

Mr and Mrs W C Myers and son Hiram of Des Moines Iowa visit Millfield to see Mr and Mrs James Omen and Mr and Mrs William Omen and families during a social visit in the area.

W. C. Myers Hiram Les Moines Iowa Millfield James Omen William Omen

Chauncey Receives Friday Night Football Challenge

Chauncey high travels to New Lexington high Friday for a football clash. The game features a matchup between district rivals as both teams seek a win on the road.

Chauncey NOW Lexington Chauncey High New Lexington New Lexington High

Mrs William Cole Slowly Recovers From Typhoid Illness

Personal notice reports Mrs William Cole of Mill Field has been seriously ill at home for three weeks with typhoid fever and is now slowly recovering.

William Cole Millfield

Browns and Stones King Family Visit in Millfield

Mr and Mrs Chris Brown and two sons along with Mr and Mrs Floyd Stoneking and family of Pomeroy spent the last weekend in Millfield at the home of Mr and Mrs W P Brown.

Chris Brown Floyd Stoneking Pomeroy Millfield W. P. Brown

Mrs William P D Hines Visited Charleston Way

Mrs William P D Hines is visiting Charleston West Virginia where her husband is employed. she will spend a few days there.

William PD. Hines Charleston W. Va Mr. Hines

Mrs Jay McPeak Visits Son-in-law in Millfield

Mrs. Jay McPeak of Filiott Ohio is visiting at the home of her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Fred Sanders in Millfield.

Jay McPeak Filiott, Ohio Millfield Fred Sanders

Miss Estella Gaynor Visits Chauncey Guests

Miss Estella Gaynor of St Louisville Ohio visits Chauncey as the guest of Mr and Mrs Edward McHardy for a few days.

Estella Gaynor St. Louisville, Ohio Chauncey Edward McHardy

Mrs Chester Howard Visits Chauncey During Millfield Trip

Mrs. Chester Howard of Millfield is visiting Chauncey this week to see her parents Mr. and Mrs. William T Smart on May Avenue.

Chester Howard Millfield Chauncey William T. Smart May Avenue

Local social visits span region between Chauncey and The Plains

Mrs A H England hosted Wednesday guest sister Mrs George Gabriel of The Plains. Mrs Emmons Mace of Columbus visits Chauncey to see her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Leffler and relatives Mr and Mrs George Wilson. Clarence Leffler, recently employed in Columbus, visited home this week. Mrs Homer McBrayer and daughter Waivaline Wilma spent Wednesday at The Plains with her parents Mr and Mrs H S Nida.

A. H. England George Gabriel the Plains Emmons Mace Columbus Chauncey Charles Leffler George Wilson Clarence Leffler Homer McBrayer Waivaline Wilma H. S. Nida

Luncheon Hosted By Miss Kranyik At Main Street Home

Miss Wilma Kranyik and Miss Susan Donaldson entertained with luncheon Wednesday evening at the home of the former on Main street. Covers were set for Mr and Mrs George Kulik Anna Mullins Mrs Lloyd Fennell Miss Donaldson and Miss Kranyik.

Wilma Kranyik Susan Donaldson Main Street George Kulik Anna Mullins Lloyd Fennell Donaldson Miss Kranyik

Geneva Oakley Birthday Party Held by Mr and Mrs Oakley

Mr and Mrs Barney Oakley hosted a Tuesday evening birthday celebration for their daughter Geneva. A pink and white color scheme graced the table and two course luncheon. Music and dancing entertained sixteen guests and gifts were presented to the honoree.

Barney Oakley Geneva

Pumpkin over a hundred pounds grows in Chauncey garden

Charles H. Howard grows a pumpkin weighing more than 100 pounds in Chauncey. The giant fruit would supply pies for all Chauncey social affairs at the upcoming Halloween event hosted by Mrs. J. C. Strausbaugh of Logan.

Charles H. Howard Chauncey J. C. Strausbaugh Logan

Chauncey Week of Social Visits and Local Changes

Chauncey residents hosted and visited friends from Athens Millfield Zanesville Columbus and Bishopville. Mansfield family moved to Millfield Milton Brookins property hosts visitors while Olive Brookins Guy Brookins and others attended a revival at Green s Run church. Mrs Carter and sons visited Chauncey as clerkship changes occur at Crosser and Brickles store after Harris purchases stock.

Chauncey Mansfield Athens Millfield Milton Brookins Lulu Heffmen and Vranets Zanesville James Omen Freda R. H. Wade Columbus Guy Brookins Olive Brookins Green's Run Christian Church John Carter Bishopville Clint Courtney B. E. Carter Edytha Smart Crosser and Brickles Harris

Safety order limits army aviators over cities

The War Department issued a safety order prohibiting army aviators from flying over cities at altitudes too low for safe landing in case of trouble and forbidding flights over stadiums ball parks fair grounds or other places with large crowds.

Washington War Department

Motor Vehicle Bureau probes drinking habits for licenses

Syracuse officials question drivers about alcohol use and language ability as part of license rules. Applicants admitting excess drinking could be denied along with drug users and non English speakers. Clerks note many cannot speak English and anticipate few will admit heavy drinking.

Syracuse N. Y State Motor Vehicle Bureau

Poe Writ The Raven At Ravenscraft Estate In West Virginia?

In Huntington West Virginia literary circles debate whether Edgar Allan Poe authored The Raven while exiled at Ravenscraft estate in the Kanawha Valley. A wealthy owner recently purchased the mansion and uncovered six raven casts once used to decorate the poem’s surroundings.

Huntington, W. Va Pidgar Allan Poe The West Virginia Poe Ravenscraft Kanawha Valley Here Elizabeth Rompkins Baltinore Joe Ravenscroft Kanawaha Valley Kanawha River Virginia Baltimore

New Treatment for Swollen Glands

Advertises Emerald Oil as a remedy to reduce swollen glands by daily application. Claims germs and poisonous secretions are discharged and destroyed, with the opening healing quickly and leaving no scar. Promotes a two ounce bottle for lasting use and notes goitre and swollen veins also improve.

Fear of Death Shortens Lifespan Says French Scientist

A French scientist reports that fear of death reduces the average length of life. The finding suggests psychological factors can influence longevity.

California Fig Syrup Promises Quick Relief for Sick Child

Mothers are urged to use California Fig Syrup for gentle relief of tummy troubles in children. A teaspoonful is said to ease sour fermentations and gas, moving unwanted matter from the bowels without cramps or narcotics. Counterfeit warnings accompany the genuine bottle with printed directions for all ages.

California

Social Notes from Carthage and Nearby Towns

Carthage Mrs. Alex Wilson returns home after two weeks with her daughter in Guyaville. Raleigh Robinson and Bruce Robinson, and C. H. Reynolds hosted guests Saturday and Sunday. Sherman Parker buys a new car. J A Reasoner and Amos Townsend families visited the Townsends in Beebe and Northerald areas. Bruce Chapman of Guysville visited Aley Wilson. Golda Burton left for Akron seeking work.

Alex Wilson Fred Coleman Guyaville Raleigh Robinson Bruce Robinson C. H. Reynolds Sherman Parker J. A. Reasoner Amos Townsend Charlie Townsend Beebe Bruce Chapman Guysville Aley Wilson Golda Burton Akron

Argentine aviator starts long world flight from Japan

Start of a round the world flight by Major Zan ni of Argentina. He took off from Japan at 8 39 am bound for Kagoshima, with his departure expected to be delayed for several hours.

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