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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1919

Page

5

Rheumatism relief with Dr Williams Pink Pills testimonial

Montoursville Pa resident J J Sheffer details a twenty year battle with sciatic rheumatism. After trying many medicines, a box of Dr Williams Pink Pills reduced pain and improved stomach strength. He credits ongoing use with lasting relief and endorses the product as a blood builder. Pills sold by druggists or from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY. 50 cents per box or six for $2.50. Free booklet available.

J. J. Sheffer Montoursville Dr. Williams

Social Items and Visits Highlight Local Life

EWS elie Sm. of Jackson guests Mrs. Carl Bell on Lash street. Mrs. Henry Herrold plans Chicago visit with sister Mrs. C C Hamill. Mr and Mrs William Hamilton return to Akron after visiting Mrs. John Ator. Dr Frank McClintock of Newco Tenn arrives with relatives. Pallas club met with Mrs R O Williams. Mrs C M Roe led, Current Events by Mrs David Putnam, reader Mrs James A Palmer spoke on New World from Colliers magazine. Mrs Palmer praised the discourse. discussion led by Mrs J B Clayton.

Elie Sm. OF Jackson Carl Bell Lash Street William Hamilton Akron John Ator Richland Avenue Frank McClintock Newco Tenn Frank M. McKay North Congress Street Pallas Club R. O. Williams C. M. Roe David Putnam James A. Palmer New World Colliers Magazine

Surprise Dinner Hosted by Mrs Lash and Guests

Mrs John R Elder sponsored a surprise dinner at Mrs R Lash Sr home last evening. Guests included Mrs Lash and her guest Mrs Morgan Richards of Bridgeport. Orinda Davis assisted with menu additions while Gertrude Carter and others were noted at the table.

John R. Elder R. Lash Sr

Engagement announced by Mrs. W H Bowers for Lena Bowers

Mrs W H Bowers of 2200 North Vet Street announced the engagement of her daughter Lena to John Kelly son of Mr James J Kelly of Chicago. Mr Kelly recently returned from overseas where he served as brigade signal officer with the First Division. He is connected with Eagle Printing Ink Co New York. The Bowers formerly lived in Albany.

W. H. Bowers N.vet Street Lena John Kelly James J. Kelly Chicago Bowers Madison Cor Prairie Townships Kell Eagle Prin Ink Co New York City Bus Dispatch Albany

Athens couple unite in wedding at Columbus

The ceremony for Miss Jane Gaffney and Mr. Ision Blinn was conducted by Rev. E. F. Chauncey with a best man, usher list, and a wedding march by Eldon Meridith Howells. The bride wore a white satin dress with tulle veil and white roses, while guests included relatives from Athens and Columbus and attendants in pink gowns.

Columbus G. E. Tethrick Athens Ohio E. F. Chauncey Jane Gaffney Ision Eolia Blinn Carl Reuter Harold Wheeler Field Russell McCoy Davies Eldon Meridith Howells Miss Blinn Missney

Marriage reception and early home of bride and groom

A wedding was held with a reception for immediate relatives and a few friends at the bride’s home. The couple then left for the Tetrick summer home near Canal Winchester and will reside at 143 Grosvenor Street, Athens, Ohio, after November first.

Tetrick Canal Winchester Grosvenor Street Athens Ohio Columbus Dispatch

Young at 85 after Dr Parker treatment

Capt. Riggs of Athens Ohio recounts personal battle with diabetes heart trouble indigestion and constipation. After eight months bedridden at 107 pounds he began Dr Parker's Treatment and soon regained health weight and mobility at age 85. He endorses the remedy for sour stomach belching bloating and related symptoms with a dollar back guarantee and sale at Cline's Pharmacy.

Capt. Riggs Athens Dr.Parker Dr. Parker

Mrs. D. J. Fuller Dies at Morris Avenue Home

Mrs. D. J. Fuller 71 widow of the late D. J. Fuller died at her Morris Avenue home after a long illness. Funeral services are set for tomorrow at the home with burial in West Union Street Cemetery. The Amesville born woman leaves a daughter and two grandchildren, and is survived by several brothers in Ohio and Texas. She was active in Eastern Star and the White Shrine. A second service will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. conducted by Rev. Charles B. Taylor.

D. Fuller Morris Avenue West Union Street A Fuller Amesville George Druscilla Wyatt D. JD. Fuller Millfield Athens Fuller

Mrs Hawk Dies After Illness at 62 in Downington Area

Mrs. Hawk age 62 wife of Levi Hawk died Monday October 13 at G M Jack home on Richland Avenue after nine weeks of treatment for dysentery. Services set for Wednesday at 2 pm at Downington Church with interment in Wells Cemetery.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Thomas Owan Held at Home

Oct. 14 Canton Ohio brief notes funeral services for Mrs. Thomas Owan at her residence Wednesday at 1 PM with burial in Wells Cemetery. In Canton the mayor’s salary rose from 3000 to 4000 dollars per year and other elective officials were mentioned.

Canaanville Ohio Thomas Owan Wells Cemetery Canton Eppum

Presbyterial Synod of Ohio Opens in Athens with Noted Guests

The thirty-eighth annual session of the Presbyterian Synod of Ohio opens at 7 p m in the Athens church. Retiring moderator Dr Abbott Y Wilcox preaches the opening sermon and Rev Adelbert P Higley and Rev William McKibben serve communion. Noted speakers include Dr Charles T Wishart Dr Edgar P Hill Dr William Bie Foulkes Dr Robert E Speer Dr Hall Young and W O Thompson. The program features lectures on religious work at Ohio State University and missions with evenings led by Dr Foulkes and other officials.

Presbyterian Synod of Ohio Athens Abbott Y. Wilcox Adelbert P. Higley Cleveland William McKibben Lane Seminary Cincinnati Charles T. Wishart Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago Wooster College Edgar P. Hill New York New General Education Board William Bie Foulkes New Era Robert E. Speer Foreign Missions Board Hall Young W. O. Thompson Ohio State University Ishart Sons of the Spirit Wilcox Ohio Synod William M. Hindman Northminister Church Columbus William Jennings Bryan Robert Wells Veach Department of Religious Education Board of Sunday School Wrk Philadelphia Wishart Edgar Hill Homie Missions New Era Movement Robert Synodical Home Mission Foulkes Presbyterian Church

Auto Men Push Plan for State Road Program

Hubert Pap Rinan representing the Ohio Antimple Association visits Athens on the campaign’s opening day. The drive aims to organize county wide roads program while emphasizing increased state funds and rapid adoption in 1920.

Hubert Pap Rinan Ohio State Antimple Association Athens Buckman Eis Sematits Association Alto

Local notes of visits births and accidents

Mrs Jessie Watkins of Union visited her mother Mrs Elizabeth Poston late last week. Mrs Fred Fulton rushed to her brother James Warren in Champaign county who may not survive. Miss Anna Phillips visited sister Mrs Mary Sams of Lysander. Mr and Mrs William Graham now of Athens were injured in an auto crash near Athens. Mrs Ellen Lauer and Earnest Butts visiting near Lancaster and Logan. A son weighing ten pounds born to Mr and Mrs James Sacs. A twelve pound daughter born to Mr and Mrs William Clayton. Attendees at the Dow Poston farm sale near South Canaan last Friday join with Williams ey i 'ormer of near re, a good roostey in Era Slumbus hospital.

Jessie Watkins Union Elizabeth Poston Fred Fulton James Warren Champaign County Anna Phillips Mary Sams Lysander William Graham Athens Ellen Lauer Earnest Butts Lancaster Logan James Sacs William Clayton Dow Poston Farm South Canaan Glad Lea Ot Williams Ey i ‘Ormer Near Re Era Slumbus Hospital

Plan 10 Reclaim Disabled Yanks In Vocational Reform

Federal effort to reeducate disabled WWI veterans faces funding gaps as four-year program proceeds. Central board reviews up to 1,000 cases daily with many rejections. projected costs to expand include tuition, travel, medical care, and equipment for thousands of men seeking retraining and independence.

Washington Fonrth Wiidt Ee Ste Batning Finksay Stan Congress Pasia Federal Governsar Army Weshis Eriting

Canton Boy Killed After Jumping From Vehicle

Seven year old Paul Caldwell of Canton jumped from a wagon on the Louis ville road and was struck by a passing car. He died of injuries suffered in the incident.

Canton Paul Caldwell Louiisville

Message from King Georgana Urges Peace and Unity

Fragmentary dispatch from London dated Oct 13 reports King Georgana urging support for a united front. The message emphasizes noble ideals, civilization, and the danger of squandering resources on destruction, appealing for order and lasting peace.

London Georgana Tae

Earle's Hypo These Tonic Claims Relief

An ad touts Earle's Hypo tonic as a cure for long standing ailments claiming readers will feel better without pills. It credits Grosholz and a chain company and notes the drug is sold at 5 cents with a 1 cent tax.

Earle Grosholz Bak Drug Co

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