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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1924
Page
3
In Nelsonville a debate over oil engines for the city power plant continues. G D Ridenour urges proceeding with oil engines despite criticisms from engineers and local officials while praising coal alternatives and citing Frankfort and Pom eroy coal field examples.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Stage with Mrs Blanche Barrows and Mrs Rose Parry traveled to Lancaster on Thursday to attend the fair, joining other local residents for the event.
A large crowd gathered Tuesday evening in Doanville for an oyster and baked bean supper hosted by Doanville teachers Dorothy Covert Gladys Bowers Clara Cox and Edith Keplar with Mrs Horace Covert assisting Proceeds go to benefit the schools.
The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will convene Friday October 17 at the home of Mrs. Ida Jewett 69 Columbus Street. Mrs. Oliver Jeg and Mrs. Etta Young will serve as seven hostesses for the gathering.
Mrs Ida Jewett is visiting at the home of her aunt Mrs Isaac La Follette on Federal street. The visit highlights family ties and community life in the area.
The Messenger reports a Nelsonville controversy with C H Tertlett headlines that misrepresented attendance at a wage fight on oil burners. It notes E M Poston opposed the installation while arguing fuel and labor savings, citing town officials and Fairbanks Morse and Bessemer as backing oil engines. discusses economics and risk, asserting reliability and municipal adoption.
A health ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe substitute for calomel. The copy promises clearer skin after a few nights, cleansing of blood and bowels, and relief from symptoms like bad breath and dullness. Prices listed at 15¢ and 30¢.
The Grotto chorus secured a truck and a plan on Tuesday evening and paraded the streets of the city filling the air with harmony.
A chorus of about thirty voices has practised for months and has been invited to perform at the dedication of the new high school building on October 31.
Orin Welch of Marietta pilots a two passenger sightseeing flight offering valley views on Thursday and Friday. The Elm Hock farm east of town serves as the landing field. The aircraft carries the pilot and two paying passengers.
Out of town relatives gathered for the funeral of Mrs Maggie Davis including Mr and Mrs W B Grimes Mr and Mrs Henry Grimes Mable Ernest and Nelia Grimes of Marion Mr and Mrs William Grimes Mr and Mrs Earle Moler Mr and Mrs Everett Dowler of Akron
The King's Men announce a Friday night prayer meeting at the home of J Otis on Madison Street. All men are invited to attend the service.
About twenty members met Wednesday evening for a hike to Initial Rocks followed by a weiner roast. The group enjoyed the outdoor gathering and social time together.
Miss Bessie Coakley sustained a severely sprained ankle Wednesday after a fall at her residence. She was treated locally and is resting at home.
About fifty members of the Whiwams club visited the Floodwood power station Wednesday evening. An inspection program featured a complete tour and explanations of power production by plant engineers. Short talks were given by Frank Groves W. H. Badger and Haffey. IF. W. Bush of Athens spoke.
Dayton man John Lampkins urges readers to visit 7 Carrie St to see two gravel pieces allegedly passed after taking Jithiated Buehu and Lithiated Ruehu tablets. The Keller and Keller Laboratory remedies claim to cleanse the bladder and bowels to relieve nighttime urination. pills cost 2 cents each with local sales at McKee Drug Co in Mechanicsburg, Ohio.
The article notes Niagara energy cheapness drawing manufacturers near plants, the use of slack coal and cheaps in the valley, and Floodwood station extending power to communities at minimal cost. It highlights Bessemer steel plants limiting iron ore development and credits EF M Poston as a leader in advancing regional commercial interests.
Mr Poston spoke on the future of the power industry tied to electrification of the large railroad system, expected to become heavy power consumers. J A Teegartin of Columbus attended the Wednesday club meeting as a guest.
Charles Morrell, 22, forced entry into his separated wife’s room in Philadelphia and fired three bullets. The wife pleaded for life as she was wounded. both may live. Separately, York Council drafts an ordinance banning street vendors from shouting or using bells.
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