Local Social Notes Round Up Weekend Visits
Mrs. D C Snow spends weekend in Guysville. Miss Ruth Strahl visits Chillocothe with sister Mrs H T Mansfield. Agnes Foley and two children visit Columbus. Athens Needle Club sews in Red Cross rooms Friday afternoon. Martzolff class No 12 holds social at M E church Friday evening. City federation September meeting postponed to October first Monday. Faye Lash departs for Girard to head domestic science in public schools. Mrs E A Van Den Broek returns from Kansas City visit with Johnsons. Atty and Mrs Foster and daughters return from Summerland Cottage. B and O Agent Johnson and wife take ten day Mackinac Island vacation. Mrs David Slaughter returns to Chillicothe after visit with parents. Mrs J W Sanderson and children visit Hearn family in Uniontown. Monroe Buddy Higgins home from Dayton for vacation before Johns Hopkins study in Baltimore. W R C urged at Red Cross rooms to assist delayed shipping. Women’s Foreign Missionary Society to meet Friday at 2 PM at church parlors for annual meeting.
Mrs. Carpenters Visit Links to Ohio Family
Mrs. Clifford Campbell returns to Hilliards after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Ed Carpenter at their country home on the Canaanville Pike. Mrs Carpenter who was visiting at Hillards came down with her daughter Mrs Fred Lawrence who has spent months with her parents at Fisher starting today for Minneapolis to join her husband in the oil business there. Mr and Mrs Lawrence were located at Manila in the Philippine Islands until recently. Mr FE Jennings of Foley Alabama who with Mrs Jennings had been visiting relatives in Indiana and looking after business interests in Seattle and Portland arrived one Wednesday to visit his sister Mrs Ee M Jennings. His wife remained in Indiana due to a sister’s illness. This is Mr Jennings first visit north in thirty years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifford Campbell
Hilliards
Ed Carpenter
Canaanville Pike
Carpenter
Hillards
Fred Lawrence
William Drake
Fisher
Minneapolis
Kas
Mrs. Lawrence
Manila
Philippine Islands
FE. P. Jennings
Foley
Alabama
Jennings
Indiana
Seattle
Portland
Oregon
Ee. M. Jennings
Mr. Jenning
Princess Parlor Relocated to East Washington Street
The Princess Parlor moved from the Campbell Block to the flat on East Washington Street east of the Opera House, occupying space previously used by Dr. Merwin and opening for business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell Block
East
Washington Street
Opera House
Athens Girl Weds In Massachusetts
Miss Lena Foutch marries Dr. R D Demers in Manchester New Hampshire lines, now stationed at Camp Devens Ayre Massachusetts. The bride daughter of Mr and Mrs W S Foutch studied art at Ohio University then moved to Boston before the wedding and will reside in Massachusetts until further military duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena Fouteh
Athens
Miss Foutch
Manchester
Mana
R. D. Demers
Camp Devens
Ayre
Mass
Boston artist pursues Civilian Relief work after R C call
She studied at the Boston School of Fine Arts then answered the Red Cross call to Civilian Relief Work. For the past year she has been active in Boston and recently returned from a visit with her parents in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston School of Fine Arts
Red Cross
Boston
Wedded in Cleveland Miss Gladwyn Oberholzer and Glenn L French
A quiet wedding united Miss Gladwyn Oberholzer of Albany and Mr. Glenn L. French of Cleveland at Stone Presbyterian Church in Cleveland. The ceremony was by Rev Meldrum. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Oberholzer. the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas R. French, formerly of Meigs County. French resumes duties at Camp Sherman on September 2. Friends wish the couple happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Gladwyn Oberholzer
Albany
Glenn L. French
Meldrum
Stone Presbyterian Church
Fred Oberholzer
French
Jas. R. French
Meigs County
Camp Sherman
Children Sunday School Picnic Set for Thursday
The Primary Department of the Christian Church and mothers plan a picnic at the Fairgrounds Thursday afternoon. Children should meet at the church at 3 00 PM for transportation by machine to the Fairgrounds. If weather turns bad the event moves to the basement or church.
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the Christian Church
W C T U Elect Officers At Annual Meeting
The annual W C T U meeting elected officers led by President Mrs A O Sloane and Vice President at large Miss Emma C McVay. Corresponding secretary is Mrs Charles Henry, recording secretary Mrs C W Lawrence, and treasurer Mrs T H McAdoo. County Convention set for September 12 in Athens M E Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Lawrence
A. O. Sloane
Emma C. McVay
Charles Henry
T. H. McAdoo
Athens
M. E. Church
Trimble Succeeds Swett as Principal for Fall Term
Miss Neva Cunningham of this city has been hired as principal of the schools at Trimble succeeding Miss Gladys Swett of Albany who resigned to accept civil service work in Washington D C. Schools start next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neva Cunningham
Trimble
Gladys Swett
Albany
Civil Service
Washington, D. C
W. H. Williams
F. W. Quayle
Hollister
Robert Bell
Murray
Miners’ Organization
Wein
Glouster
Cox
France
Pocahontas Lodge
Arc Mayle
Art
Zanesville
Fall and Winter Millinery Opening at Bell's Millinery
Formal opening showcases new fall and winter millinery styles on Friday and Saturday September 6 and 7. Bell's Millinery, located across the railroad track from Stocklein's store Ady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ormal
Bell's
Stocklein’s
Ady
Opera House Tonight Features The Tenth Case
The Opera House presents a world feature titled The Tenth Case for tonight. Audiences are invited to see this gripping drama showcasing a mystery expert and a tense courtroom atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House Tonight
Weekend guests visit Athens trio on Labor Day
Miss Cary Dent of Athens joined Miss Hettie Hooper, Miss Bernice Sanders of Millfield, and Irene Watkins of Chauncey for a Labor Day gathering hosted by Miss Hooper. The event highlighted connections among local young women and their communities.
Honor Young Selects David Jones for Camp Sherman
David Jones son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones of the Baker Settlement was among ninety nine selections heading to Camp Sherman today. A farewell party last evening hosted by Mr. and Mrs. E G Campbell drew seventy five neighbors and friends for music games and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honor Young
David Jones
Richard Jones
Baker Settlement
Camp Sherman
E. G. Campbell
Nelsonville Man arraigned on non-support charge
Ferguson Taylor of Nelsonville appeared before William J. Warrener J. P. yesterday on a non-support charge regarding an illegitimate child with mother Maria Burcher. He pleaded not guilty, waived trial by jury, and posted bond to appeal for a trial set for Saturday September 28 1918 at 4 P M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferguson Taylor
Nelsonville
William J. Warrener
Maria Burcher
Faith in Red Cross Voices on Frontline Deeds
Sergeant Ronald Kingsley, a discharged Canadian infantry veteran, extols the Red Cross in battle. He recalls a Somme incident where Red Cross workers risked life amid German shelling to treat wounded, underscoring unwavering devotion and battlefield resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Red Cross
Ronald Kingsley
Kingsley
Preacher's Hens Are Good
The Rev C B Dennison notes egg all about flock yields in 1917. Janesville 24 hens produced 248 dozen eggs. North Dakota 35 hens produced 895 dozen. His 16 hens laid 191 dozen, averaging 148 per hen, with Rhode Island Reds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. C. Rhode Island
One Look Up the Street Averts Liability in Pedestrian Crossing
Olympia judge rules a single glance up and down the street can bar contributory negligence if a pedestrian is struck by a jitney. The Washington Supreme Court upheld a $250 judgment for John Redick against Oscar Peterson, a jitney driver, denying Peterson’s appeal that Redick failed to exercise proper caution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olympia
Wash
State Supreme Court
Oscar Peterson
John Redick
Redick
Khaki Transforms Ted Shawn as Army Ambulance Unit
Ted Shawn the dancer is shown in a United States army uniform with the One Hundred and Fifty-eighth ambulance company at Camp Kearny California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Shawn
United States Army
One Hundred and Fifty-eighth Ambulance Company
Camp Kearny
Cal
Road Building U S Aids Spur Nationwide Interstate Growth
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture the report notes every state has used federal highway aid. The federal act allotted 75 million dollars for post roads and 10 million for forest roads. In 1916 state highway spending reached about 41 million dollars and 1917 forecasts rise to at least 60 million with several states matching federal funds dollar for dollar including New York Illinois Michigan Rhode Island Nevada Iowa Florida and Vermont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Union
Office of Public Roads and Rural Engineering
New York
Illinois
Michigan
Rhode Island
Nevada
Iowa
Florida
Vermont
BUILD ROAD CULVERTS RIGHT
The passage argues culverts and bridges must be properly planned and engineered with correct volume calculations for flood conditions. It condemns skimping on drainage and asserts permanent durable structures are wiser than costly surfacing. It likens poor construction to building on shifting sand and calls such builders fools.
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Prince of Fools
Automobile Is Big Factor In Wartime Road Needs
The article argues roads are crucial for mobilizing armies, citing Roman roads for military movement and the current European war accelerating road construction in Prussia Poland Belgium and northern France. It stresses highways and motorcars enable rapid troop transport unseen before.
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Rome
Prussia
Poland
Belgium
France
Importance of Road Drag Methods and Practice
The article argues road dragging effectiveness depends on technique beyond using a King road drag. It notes drag construction can vary from simple two-slab setups to rough, improvised teams. It claims any rough, makeshift drive can improve a road over a well constructed but poorly guided drag.
Concrete Culverts deemed best for durability and cost
Concrete culverts are presented as the best option for durability and low maintenance. The article notes many reinforced and plain concrete pipes are manufactured across states, yielding satisfactory culverts.
Farrowing Sow Should Not Be Disturbed
The text advises not disturbing a sow after farrowing and suggests letting her rest quietly for 10 to 12 hours. It notes she will come to the trough when she desires food or attention.
Remedy Promise for Liver Troubles After Supper
A 19th century ad-like line promotes Chamberlain's Tablet as a quick fix for sluggish liver dullness biliousness and constipation. It claims taking two or three tablets after supper will make you feel better the next morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Yanks Card Indexed for Special Army Roles in England
The article explains how American soldiers heading to England and France undergo trade indexing to fit them into specific army roles. Officers and enlisted men are scrutinized to assign them to positions matching their civil skills, from electrical work to automobile expertise, ensuring the right fit for temporary or long term duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
France
Army
National Army
Earth’s interior heat linked to surface radium levels
An English scientist’s theory suggests that if radium concentration inside the Earth equals that in surface rocks, the planet would heat up over time rather than cool down. The idea hinges on radioactive decay releasing heat and altering long term planetary temperatures.
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Earth
Electric fans Harmonize with Room Finishes
A design note explains electric fans are crafted to harmonize with a room’s finishings, ensuring aesthetic consistency. The article highlights how fan blades, housings, and mounting styles are matched to wood tones, metal coatings, and decorative trim.
Cincinnati Market Reports Livestock Prices
Cincinnati cattle receipts total about 5.00 with slow trading and steady ranges. Hogs receipts near 38.00 show steady demand with good packer and butcher price around 20.00. Sheep receipts around 10.00 with market weak and extras near 11.00 to 19.25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Ohio
Market Report Pittsburg Pennsylvania Livestock Prices
Pittburg Pa Sept 5 cattle receipts light veal calves 18.50 19.50 hogs receipts 10 cars prime heavy 20.00 20.25 mediums 21.00 21.10 heavy workers 20.26 20.76 pigs 20.00 20.25 roughs 17.00 17.75 stage 13.00 13.75
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Pittsburg
Market Prices in Chicago On Sept Corn Oats Pork
Chicago reports commodity prices with Corn Sept at 1.63 and 68 Oats Sept at .70 6.8. Pork trades at 42.45.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Columbus Police Chief Surveys Auto Thefts After Arrest
Columbus police chief Carter surveyed the auto theft cases after a two week patrol around Athens. Officers recovered several stolen vehicles following the July 31 arrest of Howard Brasher, a Coolville garage owner. Officer H B Carson returned to Columbus in charge of two cars identified by owners, one from Greenville Sand and Gravel Company, Mehanisburg, stolen March 18 from Broad and High streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Athens
Howard Brasher
Coolville
Carter
Brashthat
H. B. Carson
Case
Carson
Greenville Sand and Gravel Company
Mehanisburg
Troop One Sets Mark in Thrift Stamp Sales Study
Scoutmaster Morgan reports Troop One members own over 1300 dollars in stamps, averaging 35 dollars per boy. The troop helped raise over 19000 dollars in sales and used 8500 red postcards. Llewellyn Evans sold 8050 dollars and 500 red cards. Gordon K. Bush 4300 dollars and 200 cards. Every scout qualified for achievement and over half earned the ace medal.
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Morgan
Llewellyn Evans
Gordon K. Bush
Nurses Ready to Care for Army of Five Million Next Year
Miss Adelaide Nutting chairing the committee on nursing for the national defense committee announced in New York that there will be enough nurses to care for the sick and wounded of America’s army. She cited Surgeon General Gorgas’s request for 25,000 graduates by January, with 27,000 enrolled by the Red Cross and 16,000 already inducted into military service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
New York
Adelaide Nutting
Committee of National Defense
Gorgas
Red Cross
Five Eagan Brothers In Service From Urbana
Frank Eagan, fifth son of William Eagan, left for war today in Urbana. Richard Eagan, sixth son, registers next week as the family continues in military service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urbana
Frank Eagan
William Eagan
Richard
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Mrs. D. C. Snow
Guysville
Ruth Strahl
Chillicothe
Mrs. H. T. Mansfield
Agnes E. Foley
Athens Needle Club
Martzolff
Faye Lash
Girard
Department of Domestic Science
E. A. van den Broek
Kansas City, Mo
F. M. Johnson
Atty
Mrs. M. Foster
Frances
Ruth
Summerland Beach
B. E. Johnson
Mackinac Island
David Slaughter
C. C. Sheldon
J. W. Sanderson
Dorothy
William
Uniontown, Pa
M. F. Hearn
Monroe
Buddy” Higgins
Dayton
J. M. Higgins
Baltimore
Johns Hopkins
Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church
Massachusetts
Dalton
Academy
W.C. T. U. Elect Officers
Faith IN Red Cross
Terole
Bischof
The
F. L. Preston Co
Lay Norman
Henry Norman
Lady
Major Norman
Wimeraux
Caruso
Victor
John McCormack
Gets Rice
Arthur Fields
Pthens
Chicago Grain
Troop One
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