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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1925

Page

3

Report of Plant Engineer Branson Accepted by City Council

Nelsonville hearing where Engineer James Branson of Cincinnati presented a survey of the municipal electric light and water works plants. Council accepted his report after service director Ridenour read a counter report with numerous exceptions. Branson defended his findings and offered to analyze any written objections. A franchise application from Nelsonville Transportation Co. for street motor buses was referred to the city solicitor.

Wnelsonville James BE. Branson Cincinnati Service Ridenour Brafisen Branson Brandis Nelsomville Transportation Pany

Detectives fail to find automobile ring chief in Ohio hideout

Cleveland detectives searched Burton Ohio farm house for the automobile thieving ring chief. They found two women and a man who denied knowledge of the suspect. They believe the fugitive fled to Buffalo New York last night.

Cleveland Burton Ohio Buffalo N. Y

Comanche Disaster Hearing Clarifies Drinking aboard Ship

Captain Curry testifies during a hearing in Jacksonville on the Comanche disaster that the only intoxicated crew member was a negro waiter. G W Harney questions the crew as investigators probe the fire and cause of the shipboard accident.

Jacksonville Fla Curry G. W. Harney United States Steamboat Inspection Service

Mrs Herrold Hosts Party for Daughter Wilma Herrold

Mrs John Herrold entertained with a birthday party for her daughter Wilma in Nelsonville. Guests enjoyed games and dancing including Mrs Wilson Mrs Chrystal Sharp Maxine and Anita Hall Mary Ellen Chapman Mary Margaret and Arlene Betts Mercedees Keeton Mauieva Peck Betty Jane and Josephine Tignor Jennie Juniper Esther Mable Kathaleen McMarrow Mable Newton Leona Nichols Pauline Forbes Margin Eals Mary Ethel Cook Virginia Green Bob Green Charles Warren Henry and Carl McConaha Jack Auflick Carl Keplar Bob Herrold Molly Pack Garnet and Leola McMarrow Marie Porphica and hostess.

Nelsonville John Herrold Wilma Wilson Chrystal Sharp Maxine Anita Hall Mary Ellen Chapman Mary Margaret Arlene Betts Mercedees Keeton Mauieva Peck Betty Jane Josephine Tignor Jennie Juniper Esther Mable Kathaleen McMarrow Mable Newton Leona Nichols Pauline Forbes

William Shaw Dies After Long Illness in Enterprise

William Shaw 42 died Monday at his home in Enterprise near Floodwood after a long illness. No funeral arrangements have been made.

Nelsonville William Shaw Enterprise Floodwood

John Frazier 69 Dies at Sugar Creek Home

Nelsonville October 20 John Frazier aged 69 died yesterday at his Sugar Creek home He leaves a widow No funeral arrangements have been made.

Nelsonville John Frazier Sugar Creek

Baby Buried Today Funeral Services Held

Nelsonville reports funeral services were held today for a baby amid a brief, somber notice.

Nelsonville

Five Weeks Old Kern Burial At Daydenville

Robert Eugene Kern, five weeks old, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Kern, was buried at Daydenville. The family includes several other children. Mrs. Raymond Matheny and her little daughter returned to Columbus after visiting relatives. Margaret Johnson and Louise Treharne of Dayton stayed with the Johnsons. Howard Sharp attended the Ohio State Columbia game in Columbus. Mrs. Ed Shafer and Mrs. Harve Shafer visited Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hart and Mrs. Kingly of Columbus were guests of Mollie Six and Mary Owens. Mrs. Six is recovering from a fall. William Morgan and Levi McDowell also noted in Columbus area events with McDowell receiving eye treatment at St. Anthony hospital.

Robert Eugene Earl Kern Daydenville Raymond Matheny Columbus Margaret Johnson Louise Treharne Dayton George FB. Johnson Howard Sharp Ed Shafer Harve Shafer C. C. Hart Kingly

States Press Estate Tax Repeal Before House Ways and Means

Washington October 26 states pressed for repeal of the federal estate tax as a Texas legislative delegation and others appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee drafting the new revenue law. They urged lawmakers to remove the tax and ease tax burdens on heirs and estates nationwide.

Washington House Ways and Means Texas

Storm sewer job awarded at Monday council meeting

Harvey & Smith of Zanesville won the Walsall addition storm sewer contract with a bid of 2045.90 while Williams Bros. of Glouster bid 2431.65. Council also authorized the board of public affairs to contract with Hocking Power for three phase electrical service, with plans to switch from single to three phase before year’s end.

Glouster Harvey &. Smith Zanesville Walsall Addition Williams Bros Hocking Power Company Board of Public Affairs

Hollister Man to See Surgeon

Hollister resident John Popely headed to Columbus to consult a specialist about his right leg. He injured it in a mine fall last February, underwent surgery last July, and still relies on crutches to move around.

Glouster John, Popely HollIster Columbus

Rutland to Meet Glouster in Friday Football Clash

Glouster High School faces Rutland High on the local grounds this Friday afternoon at 3 30. Glouster has won three of four games this season with the latest result a muddy tie against Chauncey.

Glouster Rutland High School Chauncey

Heet Pain Relief Advertises Instant Joint Comfort

An old advertisement describes Heet with a cork applicator for applying heat to any painful joint or muscle. It claims instant relief from pain stiffness and soreness, noting two soothing ingredients and a non staining formula. The trusted remedy costs 60 cents at drug stores.

Glouster Beats Chauncey In Early Season Round

Glouster defeated Chauncey earlier in the season, marking a confident win as both teams compete for momentum.

Glouster Chauncey

Attorney Foose in New Lexington on legal matters

Everett Noon returns to Evansville Indiana after two weeks vacation with parents Mr and Mrs M I Noon in New Lexington. Noon left on Monday to resume his duties at Evansville.

George W. Foose New Lexington Everett M. I Evansville Ind

Collins to Be Buried Here in Glouster

Funeral services for Jesse Collins of Trimble killed by a train will be held Wednesday at 2 PM at the Methodist church in Glouster. The Loyal Order of Moose lodge will conduct the rites and burial will be in Maplewood cemetery.

Glouster Jesse Collins Trimble Browning Collins Glouster Lodge Loyal Order of Moose Maplewood Cemetery

Army May Use Forces to Enforce Dry Law Says Wheeler

Wayne B Wheeler counsel for the Anti Saloon League predicted the use of military forces to enforce Prohibition if civilian authorities fail to control liquor traffic He cited George Washington calling out the Army during the Whiskey Rebellion of 1793 and noted the Army and Navy are not needed at present

Wayne B. Wheeler Anti-Saloon League Wheeler President Coolidge White House George Washington

Zemo Eczema Remedy Promises Quick Relief

An old advertisement touts Zemo as an antiseptic liquid that removes eczema, stops itching, and heals skin troubles such as sores and burns. It claims deep penetration, cleansing, and soothing effects suitable for daytime use and claims wide druggist availability.

Best Way to Loosen Stubborn Cough

An old home remedy touts Pinex based cough syrup mixed with plain sugar syrup or substitutes like honey or molasses. It claims rapid relief from bronchitis hoarseness croup and winter coughs within 24 hours and promises a palatable, preservable mixture with full directions from the Pinex Company.

Abeolut Pinex Co Ft. Wayne Ind

British Museum Sees Record 1 Million Visitors in 1854

The museum welcomed over a million visitors last year, the highest figure since 1854. Wheeler noted that the precedent set by Washington would be followed by the era's leader in shaping the White House.

Wheeler Washington British Museum

Lawyer Tries to Refute Charges in Ohio Conspiracy Case

In Columbus on October 20 cross examination by RR Nevin Dayton for defendants explored evidence to refute charges that former De funct K.L. Dollings leaders William G. Benham and Owigh Harrison conspired to defraud regarding stock. Fred L. Connell ey, former head of DeHinga salon division, testified as a government witness.

Columbus William G. Benham Owigh Harrison K.L. Dollings Company Ohio Nevin Dayton Whresses Fred L. Connelley DeHinga Company Salon

Coolidge to Address National Congregational Meeting

President Coolidge as leading Congregationalist will speak at the twenty first denominational meeting in Washington tonight. Delegates from across the nation attend the convention as a spirited contest for moderator gathers seven individuals and several ministers as candidates.

Washington Coolidge National Council of Congregational Churches Inc

Egyptian forces seek Prince Ahmed Seilel escapee

Cairo authorities were asked to help the Egyptian Government capture Prince Ahmed Seilel, who escaped from an Ungiteh insane asylum where he had been confined.

Pgyvet Presce Soigh Cairo Hrntieh Ahmed Seilel Brothers

Padlock action targets famed New York clubs

In New York on October 24 U S Attorney Buckner began padlock proceedings for violations of the prohibition law. The move targets popular clubs in the Helot district including the Del-Pey, Hootate Tootate, Jack and Jills, Hatt Moon, Sid Venice, and Club Ritz as the district aims to wipe out the district’s vice domain.

New York United States Himory Rh. Buckner West Del-Pey Club Hootate Tootate Jack and Jills Hatt Moon Sid Venice Club Ritz Het Agatnet Padice

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