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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1921
Page
3
An old time health ad claims cold prevention by building strong blood and nerves with Nuxated Iron. It touts organic iron as superior, notes two week gains in vigor, endorsements by senators and generals, and a guarantee or refund. Beware of substitutes. look for NUXATED and NI on packaging.
Nelsonville letters question a call club in Athens reporting on a sensational item about calves and a harem visit. The writer mocks the A R O acronym and notes calves will be distributed to boys at the fair grounds next Thursday while worrying about purity league scrutiny.
The military funeral for Harry Collins, the last Nelsonville boy who died in France, was held Sunday at Greenlawn. The Methodist church overflowed as soldiers and sailors in full uniform attended. Rev. Strecker of Athens conducted the service in Rev. Kemper’s absence.
An emotional funeral featured Dr. C. E. Welch, Ralph Parks, Lou Eberle and Dave Burnelle singing patriotic and sacred music with Mrs Mae Sissons at the organ. Glenford Dugan Post conducted. The body lay in a wealth of flowers and was buried at Greenlawn.
Mrs Earl Lama presided as hostess with the Hyperion Club and Cosmopolitan Club aiding the Red Cross roll call again this year. Many members plan to attend the State Federation in Cincinnati next week. Two papers Educating from the bottom Up and The New Type of College were read by Mrs Carl Jewett and Mrs Frank Jackson read by Mrs James Knight.
Mrs. D. A. Ferree assisted by Dave Burnelle entertained the Faithful Marthal of the Methodist Sunday school Thursday evening at the Ferree home on Elizabeth Street. After a business session there was a social hour and refreshments. The teacher Mrs. Hickman and thirty members attended.
Miss Mary Barrett hosted weekend visitors including her parents Dr and Mrs Barrett from Nevada Ohio and relatives from Norfolk Virginia. Others guests were Mr and Mrs Thomas Adelsberger of London and the Grants of Columbus visiting the Hick and Scott families in Steubenville and Columbus.
Nelsonville traveled to Jackson for a high school football game and was soundly defeated 51 to 0. Jackson dominated with scoring drives and a strong defense throughout the matchup.
Helma Rannels Poston and several Nelsonville residents joined family members at the Wolfe reunion hosted by Mrs. Mary Wolfe Howard at her Millfield area home on Sunday.
Regular Chamber of Commerce meeting set for Thursday night with dinner served by the Methodist ladies at 6 15. A strong attendance is urged and expected.
Mr and Mrs John Smith Mr and Mrs H Young Mr and Mrs C Cook and Mr and Mrs Troy Smith and Mrs Rose Cook attended the funeral of Pearl Graham in Logan on Saturday.
Misses Margaret Emish Pheldna Nelson and Corrinne Kreppel spent the weekend in Wellston. On Saturday they accompanied the N. H. 8S. football team to Jackson and were joined by Mrs. E. J. Nelson and son Dean. They returned home by motor Sunday evening.
Wilfred Emish attended the Lancaster fair on Saturday. The event drew local residents and featured typical midway attractions, stalls, and community activities.
On Tuesday evening the church will hold a reception for the pastor and his family following the reopening services. An evening of profit and pleasure with an attractive program and social hour is planned. Members and friends will be warmly welcomed.
The Standard Bearer Chorus calls a seven o'clock rehearsal this Monday in the church auditorium. Attendance is requested for all members to attend.
The annual election of the women's aid society was held last week. Mrs. A. L. Barker was reelected president. Other officers serving this year include vice presidents Mrs. Charles Green, Mrs. John Murphy, Mrs. Miles Howe, Mrs. Jessie Bryant, Mrs. Alex Nelson, and Mrs. Willard Barto.
An old advertisement explains how thin blood causes pallor poor appetite and weakness. It claims Gude's Pepto Mangin promotes red blood cell production improves appetite and complexion and cautions to buy only the genuine product from druggists.
The treasurer Elizabeth Stratton and secretary C E Jewett led a new officer slate for the church. Rev Paul E Kemper was called to Gratiot by his sister in Chicago's death. In the interim Rev Howard led Sunday worship with a strong sermon. Kemper resumed pulpit duties Sunday evening.
Several drivers on Congress street chased a desolate tire placed near curb as a boy hidden behind a bush pulled on a cord to yank the prize from their grasp. Autoists, eager for a free tire, reached and reached but were outwitted by the prankster.
M F B Charley a pastor at the Christian Church attracted large audiences Sunday evening with a series on Ideals He spoke on the Ideal Young Man and announces next Sunday at 7 PM the Ideal Wife at the corner of State and Congress streets. attendees are invited for instruction and entertainment.
Ohio State University issues a poultry house illumination bulletin proposing alarm clocks to help hatchery workers start winter lighting earlier. The clocks assist owners who prefer not to rise before dawn to switch on the lights and convince hens it is daybreak.
The quote suggests that learning extends beyond formal classrooms and that self made individuals acquire knowledge through experience and inquiry. It emphasizes broader sources of education outside traditional schooling.
Miss Kathleen Harwick daughter of Mrs Mary Harwick of 231 West Washington street died Saturday night at Grant Hospital Columbus after a two week illness from typhoid fever She was a second year student at St Aloysius Academy New Lexington born Athens April 30 1906 Survived by mother two sisters Mrs Harry W August and Miss Mary Harwick and brother Curtis Harwick Funeral from St Pauls Catholic church Tuesday at 10 with Rev Father Berry presiding
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as a quick cure for colds. It recommends taking every two hours for three doses to clear nasal passages stop a runny nose and relieve headache feverishness and dullness while costing only a few cents.
A large Sunday Creek valley delegation traveled to New Lexington to oppose altering the main market road between Glouster and Corning. County officials filed petitions with the highway department and a hearing was set, with Athens County opposing the change and hundreds of signatures backing the protest.
Mr and Mrs Fred Guinther celebrate the birth of a son yesterday. James Weidman of Athens is a weekend guest in the city. Mrs Ben Turner returns to Columbus after a six week visit with her parents Mr and Mrs C F Jonas, stopping briefly this morning before continuing home.
Arthur Barrett, long employed in Akron, stayed with G. W. Cavey and family for several days and visited his mother in Trimble. He departed this morning for Pontiac, Wisconsin, where he plans to settle.
County Auditor Fred Cornwell and his family from Athens were calling on friends in the city yesterday.
Albert Taylor of Trimble was struck by a spliced clothes line while delivering hay on Taylor Ridge Saturday afternoon. The line pierced his right ear and severed the car. he was treated by Dr. Von Scheele of Jacksonville.
The Knights of Columbus visited Glouster parish on Sunday drawing a large crowd. A banquet was served in the Red Men’s hall by Holy Cross church ladies. Visitors came from several neighboring towns.
Alta Scipie a garage keeper and his 15 year old son died instantly when their car struck a road boulder and rolled over three times near Warren Ohio on October 17.
Prince Tokugawa leads the final Japanese contingent departing Yokohama for Washington for the armaments limitation conference.
Miss Josephine Marshall daughter of Rev Arthur Marshall inherits the Walter Scott estate from Dr Charles Burnett Scott of Dublin Ireland. Scott is the last living relative of Sir Walter Scott and the property will transfer to Miss Marshall as heir. The Marshall and Scott families are related and she has traveled to Ireland and Scotland.
The Hebbardsville center in Athens county hosted a large homecoming for the Cumberland Presbyterian church with 200 invitations sent to former Alexander church members. Attendees from Albany and Waterloo churches attended, and Rev. Dr. Charles B. Taylor spoke about deaf mutes and sign language.
A fragment suggests a speaker recalling a foot bath scene in a Blue Devil setting. The line uses exclamations and a drawn out sigh, hinting at a mood of reflection or humor within a dated poetic snippet from October 17, 1916.
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to give California Fig Syrup to cleanse the liver and bowels of sick children. It promises rapid relief from constipation and feverish symptoms, claiming a teaspoonful will prevent illness tomorrow and noting to request the genuine product to avoid imitations.
An old advertisement urges customers to try McCune Tire Co’s Highest Speed Gasoline. It highlights a 10-6ff price cue and promotes fast service and quality fuel.
Report details a claim of relief from constipation indigestion dyspepsia gastritis lazy liver biliousness weak kidneys backache rheumatism catarrh and blood disorders. It emphasizes citizen proof and signifies community benefits from the remedy.
A Cambridge Ohio man reports dizziness spots before his eyes cleared after taking Dreco, noting improved digestion, regular bowels, steady sleep, strong appetite, and renewed energy. The advertisement claims Dreco tones vital organs, purifies blood, and aids stomach digestion, with many local testimonials.
Logan beat Lancaster 4 to 3 as ideal fall weather graced the game. Hartley starred for Logan with timely hits and a standout left center catch. Bresnen pitched for Logan, while Haines worked for Lancaster and Van Atta warmed up without relief duties. The Ferris Bridge Co. is repairing the Charlestown WV structure, diverting traffic via Falls Mill bridge and Scotts Creek Ford, with ongoing cross access for South Logan residents.
John S. Brown of Highland Park Michigan and his party received minor cuts and bruises when his car left the road near Enterprise and rolled over after being blinded by oncoming headlights. The occupants included his wife Mrs Webb and Mr and Mrs Clinton Webb. They were returning from the Lancaster fair and were helped by passing motorists before being taken to Logan. The Buckeye Garage later towed the damaged vehicle for repairs.
Logan High quieted Wellston High 20 to 0 as Reasoner sprinted for a touchdown before the first period ended. Cooke and Stoughton added scores in the late periods as the well spirited visitors fought hard but the home attack sealed a fourth win of the season.
Albert Dodds 22 a miner wed Monday to Edna Wills 18 at home under Rev Spears. William H Lemon 63 retired farmer of Logan wed Rebecca McCune 70 housekeeper of Logan under Rev Blair.
Mr and Mrs Fred Willege report their son Harry improved after a hospital operation in Dayton. The WWI railroad worker with Hocking Valley Railroad will need several more surgeries and may not resume work for about a year. He is married with one child.
Funeral services for Charles Wyncuff killed two miles west of Enterprise when his car wrecked were held Monday at his sister Mrs. Charles Krieg’s Bowen street home. The Elks assisted with arrangements and interment followed at Oak Grove Cemetery by L. C. Yocuin.
The South Milberry Street bridge over the Hocking River is undergoing extensive repairs. An entire new structure is planned to replace or upgrade worn components.
A large concourse gathered at the M E Church on Saturday to pay respects to P M Graham a well known county farmer who died at his Green Township home on Thursday. Rev Blair conducted services and Harden Undertaking Co laid the body to rest in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Washington October 17 Supreme Court declares a recess from Monday October 24 through Friday November 7 delaying cases and courtroom sessions.
The Wolfe descendants gathered at Mary Wolfe Howard’s rural home on Oregon Ridge for the annual reunion. George and Christopher Wolfe, who came to Ohio in 1796, are the patriarchs of a large group with 101 Wolfe descendants and 15 additional friends attending. Elizabeth Wolfe Stiers, 94, the last child of Christopher Wolfe, was among the elder attendees. The day featured informal programs, a social gathering, and a cafeteria style dinner. Mrs. Howard, oldest living relative, celebrated her birthday with a flax coverlet she made and shared a self penned poem.
Dreco is introduced at The Cline Pharmacy with sales by all druggists. Patients are urged to begin treatment today with a promise of big improvement in one week and lasting results through continued use of this grand remedy.
Ohio Experiment Station and botany department warn that cabbage yellows spreads when diseased cabbage is fed to hogs. Pathologists note a case where a grower fed diseased cabbage to swine and spread manure to fields, infecting subsequent crops. They advise burning or burying diseased plant matter and avoiding applying hog manure to truck lands.
Sheriff notice states Douglas A. Lewis property in Dover and York townships Athens County Ohio will be sold November 12 at 1 pm at the house door in Athens. Tracts include portions of 100 acre lots 360 362 366 367 602 603 with Hocking river area, appraised at 245 dollars. sale to satisfy judgment in favor of Lillian M. Drake and Lenore M. Worstell. Cash terms. Sheriff ERB J Parker signs notice.
Goldie Dixon has filed a petition in the Court of Common Pleas Athens County Ohio seeking divorce and custody of a minor child on grounds of gross neglect of duty. The hearing is set for on or after November 26 1921. Foster and Wells attorneys for Goldie Dixon.
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