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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1923
Page
2
Law pundits debate the use of quill pens in a county court in London. The treasury argues the old implements have a 150 year history of effectiveness in cross examination and wielding reluctant witnesses.
It is advisable to prepare only a small quantity of javelle water at one time for laundry purposes since this loses its strength exposed to light and air.
Charles W. Laurette, 75, claims a 21 day home treatment with Korex tablets restored vigor and youth. He describes improved sight memory and energy, praises Korex as a powerful invigoration, and notes a money back guarantee via Melton Laboratories.
Harry Fields aged 18 was taken to Cherrington hospital Tuesday evening for an operation on acute appendicitis. The procedure was completed. His condition is serious but recovery is confidently expected.
Judge Pettit opened court to assign cases filed in recent weeks. Many attorneys attended, marking the first large in person session in months. The petit jury date was moved forward from next Monday to an earlier date.
The document records new assignments including Belinda J. Martin versus Enid Wolfe for damages on November 16 and Bert Karshner with Elizabeth Karshner versus Cyrus Karshner for money on November 26. It notes a divorce case Orpha Knece versus Arthur Knece with a $25 temporary alimony order due within twenty days and a case Jessia M. Sanner versus The Board of Education of Starr township ongoing.
After two months of illness Dr C F Aplin begins practicing again. He had heart trouble for months and on August 30th suffered a severe attack confining him at home until now. He will focus on office work.
Night intruders forced a rear door at the Meldrim and St. Clair Co. food store and pried open the cash drawer but took only a few pennies. No items were missing, and the burglary was discovered when staff arrived Wednesday morning. Police investigate.
Miss Ire d ia B Clark of Logan and John M Bresnen of Poston wed at Probate Judge Stephens office on Tuesday afternoon. Bresnen, an amateur baseball player, is known across the Hocking and Sunday Creek Valleys.
Mrs. Spicer of New Straitsville, wife of Edward Spicer, died Tuesday afternoon after a long illness from diabetes. A former Hocking county resident and niece of Mrs. Hannah Webb of Logan, she is survived by her husband, a daughter Margaret Spicer, and a son Earl Spicer. Funeral arrangements are not announced.
Police believed they had a legitimate automobile find on Monday after following a lead. Investigators carried the case as a routine check and expected to verify ownership and authenticity of the vehicle.
The mystery centered on a parked machine misidentified as Polly Stultz’s. After hours of confusion the owner reported the error and the correct machine was returned. Polly then found his own car a half block east, noting the difficulty in distinguishing objects without training.
Local Elks rehearse for a two night minstrel on November 7 and 8 to raise funds for charity. Paul Brown of Newark directs the production featuring Elks from the city and New Straitsville. Francis and Harbaugh handle the heavy onstage end work.
Mrs James Hutchison hosted the Christian Culture Class of the United Brother in church at Motherwell Ave Tuesday evening. A social session with a contest crowned Miss Edith Saters the winner and a fine lunch was served by the hostess.
An ordinance fixing salaries in the service departments was introduced and given first reading, then carried over. The measure affects water works, street and sewer, cemetery, and other service employees. The city engineer’s report shows Midland Place front foot cost at 4.91 dollars. A petition to rename Cherry Avenue to Spring Street was accepted and filed. An ordinance authorizing a 490.50 loan for the first Depot Street improvement was passed.
Typhoid fever is being reported from Falls Gore Starr Washington and Ward townships. Health officials urge boiling drinking water ensuring milk purity with pasteurization if needed and immunizing treatment for those exposed. Report all cases to health authorities to limit spread and protect households.
London report notes that Sergeant William Berreton, aged 83, has resigned after a lengthy period of service. The retirement marks the end of a notable police career and prompted reflections on his contributions to public safety.
A man spent 70 years in government service, with 21 years outside the army. He first donned the king's uniform at age 14, marking a long military career started in youth.
Phares B Winters aged 82 died at his home Tuesday evening after an illness from indigestion and pneumonia. Survived by two sons Dr Barnett Winters of Columbus and Glenn of California, two daughters Mrs Nira Tucker and Mrs Elza Anderson, one brother Enos T Winters. Funeral services Thursday at 1 80 p m at the residence conducted by Rev A A Turner of Glouster.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Hudson and daughter Marjorie of Bowling Green are visiting her parents Mr and Mia Joe Davis and other relatives.
Mr and Mrs Francis Lomax announce the arrival of their son on October 24. The birth adds a new member to the Lomax family with relatives already celebrating the event.
Mrs John Chatfield is reported ill at her home suffering from tonsillitis. Doctor and family provide care as the condition is monitored for recovery.
William Collins son of Mr and Mrs Charles Collins fell Saturday sustaining a badly wrenched arm with no further injuries reported.
Mr and Mrs Otis Holdren and their young daughter from near Ratcliffsburg were Monday visitors at the home of Mr and Mrs W N Secrest.
Mrs. Charles E. Carson visits her son Orville Carson and family in Cincinnati this week and attends an Eastern Star convention. Mrs. F L Diles Worthy Matron of the McArthur chapter also went to Cincinnati Tuesday to attend the same convention.
Charles Bolin and Herbert Beck ley of Bolin's Mills were business visitors here Tuesday.
Jean, daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl Smith, is reported ill with the flu in a local household notice.
Mrs. Frances Rumbaugh of Wabash Indiana is visiting her son Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rumbaugh and family.
Guy Buskirk has relocated to the Charles Hut farm near Union Church in Richland township, adjusting to new surroundings and farming duties.
A recent chemical process yields houses built from plate glass that are as strong as concrete, challenging traditional building materials and prompting discussion among engineers and builders about durability and cost implications.
Four German policemen and two separatists were killed when police failed to storm the separatist headquarters at Aix-la-Chapelle. The dispatch said many others were wounded.
A new pavement type in Southwark uses a half inch layer of resilient rubber atop a hard rubber base, with the two grades vulcanized together to form a single homogeneous block.
The National Society of Colonial Dames seeks 100000 dollars for an endowment to maintain the Washington ancestral home in Northamptonshire England. John Washington, great grandfather of America's first president, was born there. A British committee currently oversees the property.
Edna Wallace Hopper touts her White Youth Clay and related products as a beauty breakthrough. The advertisement claims clay firms the skin reduces wrinkles and pores, offering quick results and longer youth. It notes prices and counters where the products are sold.
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