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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1919

Page

10

Fire attack case drags in late county court for two men

Folmer and Eddie Gunther, held by a grand jury, faced arraignment on an attempted arson charge at a house owned by Marie and Roedel near Enterprise in 1918. They pleaded not guilty, were bound over on $1,000 bonds, and were arrested on downtown streets by Sheriff Hartenbach after the fire was spotted by Dr. Miller.

Folmer Eddie Gunther Marie & Roedel Aiserine Enterprise D. Miller Sherman Gunther Pomeroy Hartenbach

Man Opposed to Classification Denounces Liars for Money

A outspoken critic argues that a person who lies for ten dollars will lie for ten cents, challenging integrity norms and exposing perceived moral compromise. The statement frames a broader critique of unethical behavior in public or professional life.

Ohio Connecticut Maryland Keenan

Miner Folmer and Gunther Return Home from Work

Folmer runs a small mine and Gunther also works as a miner, and both men head home after their shifts.

Folmer Gunther

Jewelry Store Changes Hands In Pomeroy Bend History

The Main and Court streets jewelry store landmark changes ownership from William Bichman to Daytov Ashworth and Dana Daniels. Ashworth has two decades at the shop, Daniels serves as county clerk, and Bichman retires after over thirty years in business. Richman remains nearby.

Main Court Streets Pomeroy Bend Daytov Ashworth Dana Daniels Ashworth and Daniels William Bichman Bichman Daniels Richman Ohio The Bend

Wildermuth Brewing receivership case advances hearing set

In a motion to appoint a receiver for Wildermuth Brewing Co the case was set for Saturday next. Max Wildermuth will be allowed to examine the books and papers after agreeing to access. Judge A P Miller urged timely case readiness and avoiding sidestepping to protect court and attorney dignity. The effect is being seen statewide as courts follow the local court’s example.

Wildermuth Brewing Co Max Wildermuth A. P. Miller

Syracuse Rebekahs Plan Early Masquerade Ball

Rebeka Lodge No. 686 in Syracuse will host a mask ball Tuesday night at Odd Fellows Hall to precede Halloween. Members may invite one outsider each, and a banquet will be prepared under the supper committee’s direction.

Rebeka Lodge No. 686 Syracuse Hallowe’en Pomeroy Odd Fellows Hall Supper Committee

League Directors Close Season With Equal Shares For Clubs

Ohio Valley Amateur Base Ball League directors dis posed of routine affairs and left the treasury to be divided equally among all clubs. The amount was modest but shown future potential and no dividends were planned. Officers M D Hartinger president Fred M Sisson secretary and John Sauvage treasurer were continued until spring. Pomeroy Base Ball club divided season net profits giving each present member 11 45 and presented players with their uniforms.

Ohio Valley John D. Rockefeller Henry Ford Bend M. D. Hartinger Fred M. Sisson John Sauvage Pomeroy Base Pomeroy

Another Victim by Fall of Slate at Vulcan Mine

Tat Bass of a company house at Thomas Fork was badly injured Saturday in the Vulcan mine. He suffered severe bruises and a broken leg. Taken home then moved by B F Biggs Co. ambulance to the H Y train and on to Holzier hospital with wife’s care.

Bass Thomas Fork Vulcan B. F. Biggs Co H. Y Holzier Hospital Carl Jacob Nelsonville W. M. Hyde Presbyterian Church Sunberry Ohio E. J. Jones Jones and Jones of Athens

Wayward girl in probate court hearing today

Florence Cadell, found in deplorable condition in bushes near Hobson, was scheduled for a probate court hearing on her disposition. Also listed were the lunacy case of George and Bella Jones near Spiller in Lebanon township, with money theft rumors resolved by later restitution.

Florence Cadell Hobson George Bella Jones Spiller Lebanon Township

Big Pay Day Brings Busy Saturday in Pomeroy Bend

On Saturday the 25th, amid mines payrolls and regular pays, Pomeroy Bend saw heavy traffic as streetcars ferried crowds to theatres, stores, and pool halls. The streets buzzed with shoppers and revelry, yet no police cases were reported and the county jail remained empty.

Pomeroy Bend

Funeral for William Long Held After Mine Accident

The funeral for William Long who was crushed in a Dark Hollow mine slate fall while dining was held at Enterprise church this afternoon. The brief notes also mention Andrew Van Meter 18, son of Mr and Mrs Harry Van Meter, buried at Clifton. and other local tidbits about residents and upcoming Union Temperance rally.

William Long Dark Hollow Mine Enterprise Church Andrew van Meter Harry van Meter Clifton Pomeroy Bend D. W. Hennessy Mr. Hennessy Columbus Hennessy Flatwood Lincoln Hill Croy Ella Moore Minnie Miller Moore Farnet Bend Earl Chase M. A. Crooks Emma Wolf

Marines Help Restore Santo Domingo Peace

Lieut Horace C Palmer of Athens serves with squadron D US Marine Aviation Force at San Pedro de Macoris. Marines drive out bandits, teach natives to build roads schools and fight disease, with few casualties and success in restoring peace and prosperity in Santo Domingo. An French invention sterilizes water with violet rays and auto drains when rays stop.

Santo Domingo Horace C. Palmer Athens U. S. Marine Aviation Force San Pedro de Macoris Haiti Lieut Palmer James A. Palmer Little Republic

Zemo Claims Eczema Relief Through Soothing Soap Ad

An old advertisement promotes Zemo Soap for itching and burning eczema. The copy touts fast relief and compatibility with Zemo treatment, listing The E. W. Rose Co. of Cleveland as the source and suggesting use in aggravated cases.

Iechine USA E. W. Rose Co Cleveland

Prevent Diphtheria with Prompt Throat Care poem

A verse endorses Tonsiline to guard children from sore throat and diphtheria. It urges protection by treating throat infections promptly to prevent the disease taking hold in a weakened throat.

Vote Yes on Two Referendum Laws and No on Amendments

An inventor proposes making two films from slight angle differences to create motion with the appearance of solidity. The voter guidance urges a Yes for two referendum laws and a No for two amendments. The description frames a civic decision alongside a tech note on motion illusion.

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