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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1921

Page

3

Giants and Yankees Clash Amid Stellar Plays and Steals

The second world series game highlights include Frank Frisch’s stellar fielding at third and steady hitting, McNally’s bold steal of home in game one, Waite Hoyt’s excellent pitching, and Babe Ruth’s daring double steal from second to third. Frisch and McNally exchange a victory handshake as Ruth steals third in the fifth.

Yankees Giants Frank Frisch Giant McNally Waite Hoyt Ba Ruth Frisch Babe Ruth He Sin Peck Ruth

Nelsonville Logan Lancaster bus line starts operation

A new bus line owned by Irwin S. Freese of Logan now runs between Nelsonville, Logan and Lancaster with round trips daily at 8:30 A. M. and 4:30 P. M.

Irwin S. Freese Logan Nelsonville Lancaster

Worthington pump installed at city water plant

The Worthington pump purchased for the water plant has arrived and is being installed. The new unit will give two complete pumping systems, completing the physical improvements of the plant. Deep wells are strong, but two drilled wells cannot be pumped down yet. Grounds around the plant will be graded and grassy after final excavation. The mayor and service director are praised for their public works.

Worthington Lax

John Reed Recovers From Nose Boil

The note reports John Reed’s nose improving after a boil. It mentions past experience with a similar boil and offers well wishes for John’s continued recovery.

Cecil Shafer Wears First Blue Button in York Township

The Woman's Community Club announces Cecil Shafer wears the first blue button signaling the first five dollars donated to the National Victory Memorial building in Washington. Cold weather moved volunteers from the Square tent to the post office lobby where they reported the largest daily turnout yet.

Woman’s Community Club Cecil Shafer York Township Washington Postoffice Thes Postoffice

Uncertain Passage Reflects on Death and Hope

A fragment speaks of stars rising to a brighter shore and eternal light in heaven. It notes a death angel visiting someone dear, bringing care to a family in need and easing their sorrow with loving remembrance.

Sympathy Ad for Albert A. Ogle Death

Fraternal members of the Baltimore and Ohio division system No. 33 of the order of Railroad Telegraphers express heartfelt sympathy to the sorrowing family due to the death of their loyal brother Albert A. Ogle. The notice bows to the will of God and notes the bereavement within the fraternal organization.

Albert A. Ogle Baltimore and Ohio Order of Railroad Telegraphers

Ohio Veterans' Adjusted Compensation bill on November 8

On November 8 Ohio voters decide a bill to pay ex-service members who served from April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918. Each service month would carry $10 up to a $250 cap, aligning Ohio with other states paying $10 to $25 per month. The piece urges recognition of veterans’ sacrifices and asks voters to show appreciation by approving the measure.

Ohio New York Maine Massachusetts Rhode Island New Hampshire

G K W Club hosts Beryl O Mara at Madison Street

Miss Beryl O Mara warmly entertained the G K W Club at her Madison Street home Friday night. Members enjoyed a pleasant program and were served dainty refreshments at a late hour.

Beryl O'Mara Madison Street

Why women act as collectors for the National Memorial

Congress asked women to collect the memorial fund as tribute for her World War services but required men to support her effort. The combined effort of both genders is needed in York township to raise a fair gift, and the project has only begun.

Congress York Township

Eastern Star Tonight in Eudora Chapter 72

Regular meeting of Eudora chapter No. 72 O E S tonight at seven o clock. Bring your coffee labels.

Eastern Star Eudora

Cosmopolitan Club Opens Fall Meeting Hostess Night

Mrs. C. L. Stout will host the Cosmopolitan club’s first fall meeting at her Fayette Street home Thursday evening. All members are urged to attend.

Cosmopolitan Club C. L. Stout Fayette St

Nixon Enrolls at Culver Military School

Norval Nixon left for Culver Indiana to enroll at Culver Military School accompanied by his mother Mrs L H Nixon who will return home in a few days.

Culver Norval Nixon Ind Culver Military School L. H. Nixon

Benson Baby Born to Mr and Mrs Frank Benson

Mr and Mrs Frank Benson announce the birth of their daughter on Sunday. The child has been named Mary Jane.

Frank Benson Mary Jane

Jolson couple visiting Huntington families

Mr and Mrs James Jolson of Huntington West Virginia are guests of their daughter Mrs W H Cann and Mrs Frank Benson while in the city.

James Jolson Huntington, W. Va W. H. Cann Frank Benson

Carbon Hill Man Pleads Guilty To Intoxication Charge

McCallister of Carbon Hill pleaded guilty to an intoxication charge at arraignment before Mayor McCune yesterday. He received a $10 fine plus costs.

McCallister Carbon Hill McCune

New Method Bakery to Install Front Shop Oven

Washburn and Gibson plan to install a New Method machine in their bakery on West Columbus Street. The system will not displace existing equipment and the bakery will continue baking their current bread brands. The oven will be in the front of the shop to better meet customer requests.

NEW Method Washburn & Gibson West Columbus Street

Thomas Benton Allen 1897 1921 obituary note

Thomas Benton Allen born March 15 1897 in Wellston Ohio died October 2 1921 in Hazelhurst Mississippi at age 24 years six months and seventeen days He moved to Nelsonville Ohio at age twelve and graduated high school in 1915 He studied at Ohio Wesleyan University and joined the Aviation Service in December 1917 serving as a Lieutenant until his discharge October 31 1919 He leaves his parents three brothers Paul Raymond and Leonard plus many relatives and friends The obituary ends with a devotional verse and farewell sentiment

Thomas Benton Allen Wellston Mhazelhwist Miss Thomas Nelsonville Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware Aviation Service Ed. Allen Paul Allen Raymond Allen Leonard Allen

Bereavement notice expresses thanks for support

We extend heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kind words and floral tributes during the loss of our dear son Thomas. Special thanks to Rev Johnson of the Christian Church Rev and Mrs Munsen of the Holiness Church Rev Kemper of the Methodist Church Miss Lucile Kalen for the beautiful song. Mr and Mrs E W Allen and Sons

Albert A Joesph A Alice Miller Ogle Parnell Iowa Parkersburg W. Va M. E. Church Ogle Verna Arhood Athens Ohio Jane V Elsie Rachel Verna Katherine St. Louis Williamsburg Ethel Earth M. E. Choir Dabritz A. A. Boal Mr. Hoodlet Albert Ogle Thomas Rev Johnson Christain Church Munsen Holliness Church Kemper Methodist Church Lucile Kalen E. W. Allen

Attendees From Away at Thomas Allen Funeral

Out of town mourners listed for the funeral of Thomas Allen include Mrs. L. E. Hills Mrs. Stella Craig Dayton E. A. Craig Columbus E. P. Miller and wife Athens Mr. and Mrs. Conly Mr. and Mrs. Graham Buchtel Mr. and Mrs. Albert Essman Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lenskey Mrs. C. C. Allen Wellston and Miss Gertrude Slingerman Corning

Allen Thomas Allen L. E. Hills Stella Craig Dayton E. A. Craig Columbus E. P. Miller Athens Conly Graham Buchtel Albert Essman Harry Lenskey C. C. Allen Wellston Gertrude Slingerman Corning

Health Is Your Most Valuable Asset in Ashtabula

Mrs. J. E. Callow of Ohio credits Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription with improving her daughter's pregnancy and health. The advertisement urges prospective mothers to visit local drug stores to buy Favorite Prescription in tablets or liquid and to request free confidential medical advice from Dr. Pierce at the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo.

St Ashtabula Ohio Dr. Pierce Invalids Buffalo N. Y

Harding to Meet Disarmament Delegation at White House

President Harding will hold his first conference with the American disarmament delegation at the White House on Wednesday. The opening session will largely be an exchange of views among the members and the president.

Washington Harding White House

Manley Returns to Ohio Pen After Escape

Archie Manley serving five to thirty years for grand larceny escaped from the Ohio state brick plant at Junction City on September 17 with another convict using a fake case. He returned to the institution willingly after a long distance call from Marion. He said he was locked in a box car and taken to Kentucky before catching the first train back.

Columbus Archie Manley Ohio Allen County Warden Thomas Manley Junction City Thomas Marion Kentucky

Dance Fever Divides World Divas and Dissenters

A playful claim notes half the world loves dance while the other half resents its pull. The remark underscores universal appeal and playful frustration with dancing as a cultural touchstone.

Self service grocery opens in Sayre Valley store

The Sayre Grocery is converted into a self serving operation, the first of its kind in the valley. Items are arranged for shoppers to do their own picking, a plan that has succeeded in larger cities and now faces the test in smaller communities.

Sayre

Rev R E L Taylor leads Trimble Church meetings

Rev R E L Taylor of Tennessee conducts services at Trimble Church of Christ with strong attendance and enthusiasm. The plan is to continue the meetings indefinitely and the public is invited to attend.

R. E. L. Taylor Tennessee Trimble Church of Christ

Mrs Skinner Returns From Columbus Visit With Family

Mrs Matilda Skinner of Der thick arrived home yesterday from Columbus where she stayed with her son T. B. Skinner and family. She was joined by Thelma Ley the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Ley who had been visiting in the capital City.

Matilda Skinner Derthick Columbus T. B. Skinner Thelma Ley Lawrence Ley Skinner

Spero Leaves for Cleveland as Relatives Visit

S D Spero departed for Cleveland this morning to stay a week or ten days with relatives. Mrs Spero and the children will join him on the return trip after several weeks in Cleveland. J B Stiff of Sunday Creek Coal Co. spent the day in Columbus on business.

S. D. Spero Cleveland Mres Spero J. B. Stiff Sunday Creek Coal Co Columbus

Free facial massage offered at LeFavor's Pharmacy

Ladies of Glouster are invited to a complimentary facial massage this week at LeFavor's Pharmacy. Miss French of the United Drug Co. will be at the service assisting customers.

Glouster LeFavor’s Miss French United Drug Co Amesville Hotel A. Nash Co Cincinnati

Arnold Family Now In Louisville After Summer Visit

Mr and Mrs H B Arnold and their young daughter who spent the summer in this city with Frank Dyson have departed for Louisville Kentucky where Mr Arnold will assume management of a jewelry store.

Arnold Frank Dyson Louisville

Stomach Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Guarantee

Dr. Orth advertises Stomach Prescription with instant relief for indigestion dyspepsia and acidity. The ad claims dramatic cure and a money back guarantee if two packages fail, available at all drug stores with no risk to customers.

Dr. Orth

Stein Poisoning Suspect In Official Autopsy Reopens

Los Angeles police pursued a poisoning theory surrounding film director Albert B. Stein as officials awaited autopsy results. The case centered on whether foul play led to his death amid ongoing investigations and public interest.

Los Angeles Albert 8. Stein

Governor Len Small Trial Set for Waukegan Case

Springfield Ul Oct 11 Governor Len Small will be tried on charges of mismanaging state funds at Waukegan Illinois the announcement said the case centers on alleged manipulation of millions in state money through secretive transfers and bookkeeping.

Springfield Len Small Waukegan Illinois

Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Ad Prefers Personal Benefit

A testimonial letter seeks forgiveness for not acting sooner and praises Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for gas and indigestion. The writer claims the remedy cured stomach and intestinal ailments and asserts one dose can convince, with refunds. McKee Drug Co. Athena and Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville are named as distributors.

Mayr McKee Drug Co Athena Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville

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