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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1924

Page

2

Women Missionary Conference Delegates Attend Columbus Meeting

Mrs H H Wright and Mrs C F Javer represent Hunter Street Lutheran church as delegates of the Womens Missionary Conference of the Lutheran church. The tensions of the conference are at Grace Lutheran church in Columbus. Other women from Logan, including Mrs Fred Stracke Mrs Chris Brooker Mrs Charles Juergensmeier and Mrs Nels Dowler, attend as guests.

H. H. Wright C. F.javer Hunter Street

Rotary Musical Evening at Easterling Home

Rotarians hosted a musical program by the Smith orchestra and a male quartet at Mrs. Easterling’s home. Players included Joe Smith Fred Bishop George Larimer Kathryn Eastman and quartet members Jones Thurness Warm Crist. A Armistice day celebration planning committee was named with L C Laube Barton Hall and Charlies Breene. Guests included Joe Interrider and Stacy Sharp of Nelsonville.

L. C. Laube Barton Hall Charlies Breene Joe Interrider Stacy Sharp Nelsonville

Truck Driver Scalded On Job Near Logan

Joe Bond a 21 year old truck driver from Rockridge was severely scalded on his right hand and side at 2:80 Monday afternoon eight miles east of Logan when a radiator cap blew off releasing hot water and steam. Bond, employed by the Ohio State highway department, was treated at Cherrington hospital and sent home.

Joe Bond Rockridge Logan Bond Ohio State Highway Department Cherrington Hospital

Rebekahs Lodge Hosts Alloween Party in Gore

More than 200 people attended the Rebekahs lodge of Gore allowe'en party Monday evening. The Idars club of New Straitsville joined in with snappy tunes and lively games and contests were enjoyed throughout the seasonable gathering.

Rebekahs Lodge Gore Idars Club New Straitsville

Reserve Officers Association honors Capt Lauer as delegate

Capt C F Lauer of this city was chosen as one of eleven delegates at the Reserve Officers Association annual meeting in Columbus. He reported that efficiency of citizens and closer cooperation with the regular army were discussed and the group aims to enroll all World War officers. The association recommends Defense Day Nests be annual and held on Armistice Day each year.

C. F. Lauer Reserve Officers Association Columbus Lauer Reserve Association

Franklin Kerr chapter Hallowe'en meeting at church

Beginning with a 6 o'clock dinner Monday evening the Franklin Kerr chapter held a church gathering. A business session followed, with a decorated dining room and Hallowe'en themed favors. A Westminster hymn was sung and readings entertained guests amid Halloween stunts.

Franklin Kerr Warry Bell Alfred Campbell Floyd Duffy Otto Harbrough Kathryn Port Hallowe Hallowe'en T. R. Walburn

Haydenville girl burned in store gas stove explosion

Miss Vivian Campbell daughter of Mr and Mrs Ollie Campbell of Haydenville was burned on hands and arms when a National Fireproofing store ice cream parlor gas stove exploded after a valve leaked gas earlier in the evening Several others in the store escaped injury as the stove and pipe were demolished

Vivian Campbell Ollie Campbell Haydenville National Fireproofing Company Miss Campbell

Woodyards Return From Detroit Visit

Mr and Mrs J W Woodyard arrived home from Detroit after visiting their daughter Mrs Sam Evola who is confined to Ford hospital for treatment Her daughter has been in Detroit for two weeks and is making a slow recovery

J. W. Woodyard Detroit Sam Evola Ford Hospital Woodyard

Fickle Family Announces Daughter's Birth

Mr and Mrs Edward Fickle announce the arrival of a daughter at their home on Monday morning. Mr Fickle belongs to the firm of Mowery and Fickle which operates locally.

Edward Fickle Mr. Fickle Mowery and Fickle Oper

Trex Lotion Promises Clear Skin Quick

An advertisement touts Trex Lotion as a remedy for eczema pimples blackheads and facial blemishes. It claims quick relief from itching inflammation and skin eruptions with a guaranteed medy offered for 75 cents at Cline's Shermecy or direct from H B Penton & Co Mt Carmel Illinois.

Cline H. B. Penton & Co Mt. Carmel

Legion Auxiliaries Plans Armistice Day Supper and Bazaar

The American Legion post auxiliary met Monday evening to organize an Armistice Day supper and a forthcoming bazaar. Refreshments were served by committees led by Mrs. Pautske Mrs. Iles Mrs. McLaughlin and Mrs. Judy.

American Legion Pautske Iles McLaughlin Judy

Local travelers return from Midwest visit

Mr and Mrs H O Tom and Mr and Mrs Jerry Matheny returned home after a week long motor trip to Brazil Indiana where they were guests of relatives Mr and Mrs Matheny live in Carbon Hill Mrs Byron Moorehead has returned to Toledo after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Anthony Toerner and other Logan relatives

H. O. Tom Jerry Matheny Brazil Indiana Matheny Carbon Hill Byron Moorehead Toledo Anthony Toerner Logan

KINANIS BACK CITY PUBLICITY AT Kiwanis ROUND TABLE

Kiwanis club discussed advertising Athens as a place to live and to do business. Speakers urged scientific, persistent campaigns with emphasis on advantages and avoided exaggeration. A committee including Johnson and Bush will coordinate with the Chamber of Commerce to launch a city publicity drive.

Athens Kiwanis Club Berry GF. Morgan Athens Public Schools Carl Beasley Johnson Sam Johnson Athens Chamber of Commerce Chamber Kiwanis Rotary Bush, Wolfe, Johnson and Reassey Chamber of Commerce

Norfolk wrestler Di Silvia in custody for old robbery case

In Norfolk on October 20 detective custody held Joseph Di Silvia a wrestler and boxer once known as Bob Dugan left for Niagara Falls New York. George Phelps said to be Di Silvia's accomplice in burglaries is in Auburn prison. Di Silvia was arrested recently and had gained aviation fame under the moniker Bob Dugan.

Norfolk Joseph di Silvia Niagrara Falls N. Y George Phelps di Silvia Auburn Bob Dugan

Resinol Soap and Ointment Restore Clear Complexion

Milwaukee reader recounts severe chin rash lasting a year. After trying many treatments, Resinol Soap relieved itching in days and Resinol Ointment cleared the rash in three nights. She praises the products for economy and lasting complexion health. Signed Mrs. J. Resinol Chemical Co. Baltimore.

Milwaukee Wis Resinel Chemical Co Baltimore

High School Star Loses Injunction Ruling

Frank Meose star captain of Scott High football loses bid for permanent injunction against the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Judge Martin overruled the motion after testimony. Meose, ineligible due to last semester out of school, had previously secured a temporary injunction.

Toledo Common Pleas Martin Frank Meose Scott Ohio High School Athletic Association Meese Athletic Association Frazer

Yokohama Population Rebounds After Earthquake

Census figures show Yokohama at 340,000 residents in September, rebounding from 250,600 a year earlier after the disaster. Officials expect the city to return to its pre quake population, or higher, within two years as many victims and departures were recorded in the immediate aftermath.

Toyko Yokohama

Tangier agreement meeting to prepare December 2 rights

French British and Spanish Commissioners will meet at Tangier on Saturday to prepare the carrying out of the Tangier agreement effective December 2. The pact defines each nation’s rights at Tangier.

Paris Tangier

Salvation Army Plans Gay Halloween Time

The Salvation Army will hold a Halloween meeting in their hall on Thursday evening for the working man and family. En sign Salisbury will lead the kiddies parade before the meeting, with all Sunday School attendees urged to be present. Parade departs hall at 7 o clock sharp. All welcome to the door meeting for a joyous time for the children. A special regalia will be worn and each child will carry an American flag.

Salvation Army Ensign Salisbury Charg Army Salvatia Army Young Ensi

Lighting the Laundry Lessons for better home illumination

The lesson explains how proper lighting aids laundry tasks. It covers placing ceiling lights near tubs and ironing areas, bulb types and shades, and the need for two lights at a workbench to reduce shadows, plus outlet height and basement stair lighting guidelines.

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