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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1926

Page

6

Elks to entertain High Lodge Officer in Philadelphia

Local Elks will host Grand Exalted Ruler Charles H. Grakelow of Philadelphia on October 29 for five terms. A banquet at Hotel Berry at 6 p m will precede an 8 o’clock initiation in Elk club rooms. John G. Price and Garry Herrmann are invited to attend. Officers and members of Elk lodges in the territory are invited.

Elks Charles H. Grakelow Philadelphia Philadelphia Lodge Berry Elk Club John G. Price Ohio Garry Herrmann Cincinnati Reds Elk Lodges

Republicans expected to retain Senate control and gain House seats

Washington Oct 12 U P Republicans will retain control of the Senate and increase their majority in the House Representative Newton Minnesota chairman of the speaker's bureau of the Republican Congressional campaign committee predicted today There is little doubt Newton said that the Republicans will sweep the country Some of our Senatorial candidates face hard fights but they will be returned the victors

Washington U.P Senate House Representative Newton Minnesota Republcan Congressional Campaign Committee Newton

Two Ohio Cities Honor Jess Haines Return

Dayton and Phillipsburg celebrate Jess Haines, World Series hero pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, with triumphal return ceremonies this afternoon and evening as the famed hurler visits his birthplace and home city.

Ohio Cities Jess Haines Dayton St. Louis Cardinals Phillipsburg

Queen Reconciled Before Departure

Paris October scene as Queen Marie of Roumania reconciles with her son Prince Carol before sailing for America. Carol, who renounced the throne, knelt to kiss the queen. she pulled him up to her breast and kissed him in a public, dramatic moment.

Paris America Marie of

WUPA Moves for Writ to Halt Executions in Chicago Murder Case

Springfield report says WUPA filed in the Supreme Court for a writ of supersedeas to stay the hanging of Assell T. Scott, sentenced for the murder during a drug store hold up that killed Joseph T. Maurer.

Springfield Ill WUP Superleas Assell T. Scott Chicago Joseph T. Maurer Supreme Court

Fireman Injured in Fog Collision at Crossing

Oct 12. A. R. Weakley a Cincinnati fireman was injured when two Pennsylvania freight trains collided at a crossing in a fog in Columbus.

Columbus A. R. Weakley Cincinnati Pennsylvania

Cleveland police round up 19 suspicious criminals

Cleveland police launched a heavy overnight sweep arresting 19 suspicious persons in the early hours. Authorities aimed to curb crime by targeting likely offenders.

Cleveland

Bomb Explodes Near Pershing Hotel in Chicago

An explosion rocking the Pershing area sent hotel guests rushing into the streets in panic. The blast wounded several and caused mass evacuation as authorities cordon off the area.

Chicago U.R

Crowd Chases Killer Autoist in Chicago

An angry crowd in Chicago demanded swift action after John Rosko ran down and killed a woman with his car. Police chased and finally found Rosko cowering in bed at his sister’s home after he crashed into a light post.

Chicago John Rosko Rosko

The Conversion of Uncle Sam Address Set at Presbyterian Church

Dr. J. M. Tibbitts, manager of the National Reform association field work, will speak on The Conversion of Uncle Sam at the Presbyterian church tomorrow night at 7. Atlee Pointrene will also speak the same night. Tibbitts has directed nationwide campaigns and recently moved to Pittsburgh as director of bureaus. The public is invited.

Uncle Sam J. M. Tibbitts National Reform Association of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Church Atlee Boston Pittsburgh Association

Pie and Candy Social at Hickory Grove School

A pie and candy social will be held at the Hickory Grove school house Friday night to benefit the school.

Hickory Grove

Government News Briefs on Credit, Veterans Aid and Tech

The Federal Reserve reports a mild July to September credit surge with higher money rates. General Clinnin urges faster hospital construction for mentally disabled veterans to President Coolidge, meeting with General Hines. War Dept announces airplane spotting tech that triggers lights at two miles. Canada bans caribou skin and game meat exports from Northwest Territories without permit. Educations bureau urges every home own a thermometer to detect illness. Coolidge praises Dominican republic progress to new minister Angel Morales. Navajo in Fort Defiance report 1,984,086 in annual earnings from industrial and agricultural activity, including 420,000 from pinion nuts sales.

New Trial Granted in Manslaughter Case

Willard Jayjohn of Mineral was granted a new trial by the Court of Appeals for the fatal stabbing of Henry Stephenson during a card game fight. He had been sentenced to six years in the Ohio State penitentiary and will be brought to Athens for further action by the Common Pleas court. The appeal cited errors in the record and in jury charges.

Willard Jayjohn Mineral Henry Stephenson Court of Appeals Jayjohn Ohio State Penitentiary Athens P. H. McKinley Common Pleas Court Anthony Stephenson Stephenson

New Health Nurse Plans Work in Athens County

Viola M. Fell, newly appointed city and county supervising nurse, conducted a preliminary investigation into reported destitution in Athens county. She trained in Zanesville and Boston, practiced in Massachusetts, and served two years as superintendent of hospitals in Newark. She declined to discuss her future plans until further investigation is completed.

Athens County Viola M. Fell New City Miss Fell Zanesville Boston Massachusetts Paducah Marietta Newark

Zemo advertised skin remedy claims clear smooth skin

An old price advertisement touts Zemo as a pleasant to use liquid for itching blotchy skin and pimples. It promises relief from blackheads ringworms and irritation and urges purchase at druggists for 60 cents or one dollar.

Zemo

Divorce Petition Filed For Annett Harding

Alford Harding of Athens filed a divorce petition on Monday alleging willful absence by his wife Annett Harding. He gave the last known address as 563 Patterson Street Lexington Kentucky. The couple wed in Louisville Kentucky on May 12 1908.

Annett Harding Alford Harding Athens Harding Patterson Street Lexington Louisville

Kidneys Need Water to Flush Toxins, Say Authority

A well known authority warns that acidic foods strain kidneys causing backache, headaches, and digestive issues. He recommends four ounces of Rad Salts daily in water before breakfast for several days to stimulate sluggish kidneys and neutralize system acids. Jad Salts, an inexpensive effervescent lithia water, is suggested with plenty of soft water.

Millfield Couple Honored For Twenty Fifth Anniversary

Chauncey Oct 12 The home of Mr and Mrs Pearl D Hill Millfield was the scene Saturday evening of a party to honor their twenty fifth wedding anniversary A purse of silver was given to the couple Refreshments of ice cream cake and coffee were served The surprise was organized by Mr and Mrs John D Hill and Miss Eleanor Hill Numerous Millfield residents and former residents attended including Mr and Mrs Ford Totman of Baltimore and Mr and Mrs Howard Brookins of Athens Other items note local relocations and health updates including Eleanor Close improving after an accident.

Chauncey Pearl D. Hill Millfield Howard Brookins Athens Elizabeth McGrath L. L. Howard Frank Daugherty Ray Howard Abe Rankins Linda Morrison Guy McDaniel John Dean Grover Patton H. O. McDaniel Herbert Mingus

Ladies Aid Society Holds Quilting in Chauncey

The regular meeting of the Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church of The Plains focused on quilting. Members present included Mrs. Frank Smith and Mrs. Zell Buffington, with one visitor, Mrs. McNabb from The Plains.

Chauncey Ladies Aid Society The Methodist Episcopal Church of the

Farewell party for Mrs Nancy Saxon ahead of move to Ohio

Mrs Nancy Saxon a former resident of this vicinity was given a farewell party Sunday at her home near Albany by local relatives. She is leaving for Barberton Ohio to live with her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Guy Cheadle. Those present from Chauncey included Luther Cruikshank and daughter Ruth Miss Jennie Courtney Holt Courtney DeWitt Walker Marshal Smith and

Nancy Saxon Albany

Adlerika claims bold bowel cleansing benefits for gas relief

Ad claims Adlerika cleanses upper and lower bowels and relieves gas after one spoonful. Endorsed by James Fest with testimonials of better sleep and eating. Available at leading druggists including Gibson's Pharmacy in Athens.

James Fest Adlerika Athens Gibson's

Greens Run Parents Attend State P T O Convention

Lottie Cannon and Greens Run delegation returned Friday from Marietta where they attended the state convention of Parent-Teacher Organizations. Mrs. Cunningham led Chauncey High School, Mrs. McDaniel led Millfield, and Mrs. Fierbaugh and Mrs. Cannon led Greens Run. Reports will be given at the next regular association meeting.

Lottie Cannon Greens Run Marietta Cunningham Chauncey High School Association McDaniel Millfield Association Fierbaugh Cannon

Cal Operation Report Shows Improved Condition

The latest bulletin notes that her condition, after surgery, has improved since the last report. Medical staff remain hopeful about further recovery.

Cal

Charles Barker Dies at Capitol in Columbus

Charles Barker about 65 died of cancer at his home 59 West Fifth avenue Columbus yesterday afternoon. He was born near New Marshfield and well known in and near Athens. Funeral services will be at his Columbus home at 2 PM Wednesday with burial there. He leaves a widow and one sister Mrs. C A Wingett of Albany.

Charles Barker West Fifth Avenue Columbus Barker Athens New Marshfield C. A. Wingett Alebany

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