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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1920

Page

5

Bible Class Entertained Mrs Bingman at Chauncey M E Church

Esther Bible class at Chauncey M E church entertained Mrs L H Bingman and 14 attendees after a business session on West State street Wednesday evening. Luncheon was served and social time followed. Miss Nelle Pickering Miss Beatrice Osborne high school teachers joined the Advisory Board of the Friendship Circle. A mass meeting of Athens High School students was called for 8:15 p m in the Assembly Hall led by Miss Charlotte Junod.

L. H. Bingman West State Street Esther Bible Chauncey M. E. Church Nelle Pickering Beatrice Osborne Friendship Circle Athens High School Charlotte Junod

Friendship Circle Holds Membership Drive Meeting

The circle presided and explained the meeting aimed at a membership drive. Miss Marie Jewett of the YWCA talked on the Circle’s purpose and pledged strong YWCA support. Eighty girls signed up, with Mrs. T. R. Biddle, Mrs. J. Maurice Hyde, and Mrs. Henry Hatch promising full cooperation.

Friendship Circle Marie Jewett Young Women’s Christian Association T. R. Biddle J. Maurice Hyde Henry Hatch

Missionary Meeting Set By Woman's Society at Church

The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the First M E Church will meet in the church parlors Friday at 2 PM. The new text book The Church and Community will be discussed. All members urged to attend and start the study. Light refreshments after the routine work.

Woman’s Home Missionary Society M. EB Friendly Society of the Presbyterian Church

Taffy Pulling Party At Ohio University

Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority members at Ohio University gathered for a taffy pulling party hosted by Mrs. W. E. Moler at 75 West Washington Street. She welcomed actives pledges and several guests, with Moler serving as patroness.

Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority Ohio University W. E. Moler West Washington Street

Athens Couple Wed in Simple First Methodist Ceremony

Miss Buryl Bennett and Mr. Fred A. Dowler united in marriage Wednesday at 6 30 in the First M E parsonage with Rev C L Strecker officiating. Attending relatives include groom’s mother Mrs H P Dowler and sister Mildred Dowler. The couple will reside in Athens and plan a home at 58 Sunnyside Drive.

Athens Buryl Bennett Fred A. Dowler M. E. Parsonage C. L. Strecker H. P. Dowler R. D Mildred Dowler Wade Dowler J. E. Bennett Sunnyside Drive Faye Bennett Ad Mrs. Dowler

Travelers visit Ohio and West Virginia kin in 1900s era notes

Mass residents and friends journey to reunite with family and former homes. Mr Kale plans to study at the New England Conservatory of Music upon return. Tom Gordon travels from Arkansas renewing childhood scenes in Ohio and West Virginia. Lieutenant Horace Palmer leaves Athens for Washington with his mother along, visiting Pittsburg en route. John Johnson and Mrs Johnson visit Linden Heights relatives in Columbus, tied by family history to Nelsonville.

Mass Kale The New England Conservatory of Music Tom Gordon Siloam, Ark Ohio West Virginia David Gordon Athens F. W Horace Palmer Marine Aviation Washington, D.C Pegs A. Palmer Washington Palmer Pittsburg John Johnson Linden Heights Columbus William Johnson East Mulberry Street Johnson G. W. Devore Nelsonville Longstreth Coal Co

Beatrice Brown Weds George Potter In Chillicothe

Mrs A D Morrison and Miss Ruth Long attended the Chillicothe wedding of Beatrice Brown to George Potter of St Louis. Jeannette Brown, sister of the bride, returned to Ohio University after the nuptials at the church.

A. D. Morrison Howard Hall Ruth Long Chillicothe Ohio University Beatrice Brown City George Potter St. Louis Jeannette Brown

Sheriff Issues Proclamation Tacking on 78 Precinct Doors

Sheriff Herb Parker completed the election proclamation required by law. It will be posted on the doors of Athens county's 78 voting precincts within a few days. The notice lists the number of candidates to be voted upon at each election.

Herb Parker Athens County

Dr Butler predicts whiskey back to Manhattan price

Dr Butler of Columbia University told Pilgrim delegates that a bottle of whiskey once purchased Manhattan and it will not be long until it can be bought back for the same price.

New York Butler Columbia University Pilgrim Manhattan

Vilna Crisis Tests Poland and Allies in Europe

In War saw Vilna, 225 miles northeast, is eyed as a new European flashpoint. Polish irregulars under General Zeligowski patrol the old city while Lithuanians press for control. Britain and France urge withdrawal. Poland prepares a note of regret but refuses to promise eviction, citing risk of mutiny and untrained troops.

Warsaw Vilna Here Europe Fiume Zeligowilski Britain France Poland Alies Zelligowiski

Mausoleum Burial Favored Over Ground Graves by Dr Dillinger

An advocate explains a preferred burial in a crypt within a mausoleum as the most humane option. He argues it preserves the body from decay, avoids worms and moisture, and keeps identity intact, while contrasting it with traditional ground burials and cremation. He notes a mausoleum project planned for Athens Cemetery next spring.

Logan Maes Athens

Mexican oil dispute strains U S lines says Pesquiera

Robert Pesquiera, Mexican president de la Huerta's representative, accuses Washington of lobbying against Mexican interests and claims two oil groups want friction. He denies seeking US recognition and says the White House is insulated from intrigue while oil factions press claims and seek equitable settlement in Mexico.

Ralph H. Turner United Press Mexico City United States Robert Pesquiera President de la Huerta Washington Mexico Colby White House Carranza Cantu Etat Department

Noon Luncheons To Resume After Election

Vice President T. W. Craig of the Chamber of Commerce said mid week luncheons would resume after the election. The initial luncheon was planned for October 20 with Mr. Williams billed, but members attended the Jackson Republican meeting, so the group decided to wait until November for a business program.

T. W. Craig Chamber of Commerce Chamber Williams Columbus Chamber of Commerce Jackson

Civil war urged by German socialist factions

At Halle the German socialist convention heard Herr Daumig call for civil war to establish a proletariat state, advocating alliance with Russia. Critics like Herr Crispien argued against terrorism and Moscow ties, while noting divergent left and right wings. The meeting may address Moscow ties again with Russian delegate Zinovieff. Also reported are the Paris death of Mrs. Ogden Mills and plans for direct radio service linking Germany with South America.

Halle Germany Herr Daumig Independent Social- Daumig Alea Russie Crispien Moscow Daumig M. Zinovieff

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