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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1929

Page

10

Vincent Man Found Dead by Hanging in Stairway

Harry W. Johnson, 48, of Vincent, was found dead in a closed stairway after he hanged himself with a rope across a timber. Neighbors had last seen him Friday. the door was forced Tuesday afternoon. An inquest was deemed unnecessary. Johnson, born in Barlow, lived in Vincent and had poor health for years. a despondent mood over his condition is believed to have prompted the suicide. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge at Vincent which arranged funeral services.

Marietta Harry W. Johnson Vincent Johnson Hill Mac Sprague Barlow Kentucky Washington County Odd Fellows Lodge

Reunion for Johnson and Robinson families near Athens

Seventy five persons attended the Johnson and Robinson reunion at J. S. Robinson's hilltop home near Athens. A dinner on the lawn preceded a business meeting naming officers and program leaders. Out-of-town guests from Akron included Lizzie Tiener and relatives. next reunion slated for 1930 at Marion Johnson’s near Fisher.

Johnson and Robinson J. S. Robinson Athens Robinson Walter Ewing Ida Robinson Gerald Fierce Don Easler Marie Woolley Floyd Robinson Mildred Landis Mary McCune Janet James Landis

Father and Son Swap Roles in Holmes County Office

In Holmes County Millersburg on Sept 4 the longtime treasurer J Klinger swapped roles with his son Waldo. Waldo was sworn in as county treasurer while his father became chief deputy, reversing the previous arrangement from ten years ago.

Millersburg J. Klinger Holmes County Waldo Waldo Klinger

Unruly ward and a guardian in a web of power

Helen, at Miss Spann's boarding school, endures Brent's demanding control as he grooming her for a role in his plans. A late night ride, a beggar with a diamond locket, and hints of Evangeline reveal hidden wealth and possible disinheritance. The tension tightens as Brent considers the moral cost of his manipulation.

Election Troubles Come to Light

Prosecutor J. Dudley Sears accused Democratic judge Edna Nelson of marking a second time on ballots in Crest Line precinct D. The primary irregularities involved 69 of 110 Democratic ballots showing two mayoral marks in Precinct D.

Bucurus J. Dudley Sears Edna Nelson

Modern Cupid Helps Widow, Mother Remarried in Elyria

Elyria on Labor Day saw a quiet wedding as Mrs. Nellie B. Stull known as Modern Cupid arranged for her mother Mrs. Anna J. Brooks to wed T. E. Jann ings formerly of Green Florida. The 72 year old groom and 60 year old bride married in a private Norfolk ceremony following Jann ings reading of Stull's story in a Florida paper. Both brides and groom trace lineage to Lord Brooks of England.

Elyria Nellie B. Stull

Radio Schedule Highlights for WLW and WIZ

Detailed listing of WLW and WIZ programs for Thursday and Friday with morning Top O the Mornin Organ Devotion Woman's Hour and Cooking Chat. livestock, weather and market reports. afternoon concerts and regional orchestras. baseball scores and stock market summaries. late night broadcasts including Hotel Orchestra and Around the World features.

WLW Dad Kershner Amore Gene Ford Glenn Hotei Orchestra National Farm and Home Reds Sid Friends and Faces The Rhyme Reaper Nee Polly Anna Vincent Lopez NBC Coffee Neert Hollingsworth Hall Henry Phies m.Gorno Rio Melville Bay Los Amigos Latin America Midnight Hotel M. Gene WIZ Unitea Reproducers T World Shifd Banas N’ Andy Cc. A Orpheus Trio Mansfield Gazette Hotel Gibson Pacific Symphony

Evening Radio Schedule and Sports Updates

A dense broadcast agenda lists 4:00 p m ukulele lessons through 1:30 a m sign off. It includes Women's Radio Club 4:15, organ and tenor 4:30, Tea Time Tunes 5:00, memory tunes 6:00, sport sidelights 6:10, baseball scores 6:25, NBC Circus 6:39, NBC orchestras and programs 7:00 to 9:30, Great Moments with Adventurers 9:00, Quakers NBC 9:00, Gene Ford and Glenn 10:00 and 1:00 a m, with Hotel Gibson Orchestra 12:00 and Sweet and Low Down 12:30 a m.

Women’s Radio Club Livestock Report Polly Nna Circus Geries NBC Orchestra Quakers Gene Ford Glenn Radivette Hotel Gibson Orchestra

Court House Doings Court appeals $40 judgment in misrepresentation case

Appeal of a $40 magistrate judgment in Alexander Township was filed today. Charles Klingenberg sued Ellsworth Bolen for misrepresenting the age of a horse sold to him. Mary McMillen executrix seeks $1,393.54 from George Sohovich and Mary Sohovich on a promissory note with foreclosure of the mortgage. Paul Gordon receiver suit against Lick Run Coal and Clay Company was dismissed at plaintiff cost and record waived.

Mahlom Oxley Alexander Township Charles Klingenberg Ellsworth Bolen Mary McMillen John McMillen George Sohovich Mary Sohovich Paul Gordon Lick Run Coal and Clay Company, Et al

Court Approves Wright Guardian Lease and Probate Actions

The court approved the lease of property of Orin Dale Wright to Ed Smith by guardian Luta M. Wright. It confirmed the appraisal of Lewis Newtun estate and ordered F. G. Hood to sell the estate at private sale. J. W. Merwin was authorized to sell Sarah Odo Gaston estate after appraisal. Amanda Selby will probate. A. J. Carpenter and Lola Miller were issued a marriage license with Magistrate E Hedges officiating.

Orin Dale Wright Ed Smith Cuardian Luta M. Wright Lewis Newtun F. G. Hoodlet J. 7 Merwin Sarah Odo Gaston E. R Walker Charles Cameron P. J. Lawrence Amanda Selby A. J. Carpenter Carrol Farmer Lola Miller Athens E Hedges

Barlow's Grange Wins First Place at County Fair

Barrow Grange's exhibit won first place among five senior granges at the Washington County Fair. Judges awarded the silver loving cup for the best general exhibit and a $25 prize for a creditable exhibit. Other granges Whipple Lowell Watertown and Waterford each received $25.

Marietta Barlow Washington County Whipple Lowell Watertown Waterford

Peterson's Ointment Promises Fast Eczema Relief

The advertisement touts Peterson's Ointment as a quick remedy for eczema and skin eruptions. It claims rapid relief for itching and general skin problems and promotes a small 35 cent box as a household necessity.

Peterson

Marvelous Discovery Relaxes Skin and Muscles for Expectant Mothers

A drugstore product named Mother's Friend claims to relax skin and muscles, reduce nervousness and backache, and aid recovery during pregnancy. Advertising text invites pregnant women to use it and request a brochure mailed free from Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta.

Bradfield Regulator Co Atlanta

Kull and Ed Kull Angle for Village Council Seats

In Baltimore near Lancaster, Ed Kull and Le d Kull seek village council seats. To avoid confusion the Fairfield County election board orders occupations printed on the ballot since neither candidate has a middle initial. One is a farmer and the other a plumber. they are not related.

Lancaster Kull Ed Kull Baltimore Here C. A. Drinkle Fairfield County Election Board

Alexander Church Plans Home Coming

Alexander Presbyterian Church announces its annual homecoming on Sunday September 15. Church School at 9 45 Public Worship at 11 and a picnic dinner at noon A special afternoon program starts at 2 o clock followed by a youth homecoming program at 7 00 Mrs Maud Vorles directs music for all services

Alexander Presbyterian Church Maud Vorles

Builder to Erect Modern Block on Main Street

G B Colbomn, a local business man, announced plans to build a modern business block on Main Street in New Lexington. Construction starts at once to replace the block destroyed by last year’s fire. Nearby, Thomas McAllister returned from Columbus after a visit for his father Amos Pickard’s serious illness in Glouster.

New Lexington G. B. Colbomn Tocn Main Street Glouster Thomas McAllister Columbus Amos Pickard

Glow of Clear Skin Boosts Confidence and Health

The article links skin clarity to self esteem and vitality. It suggests blemishes stem from the blood, claiming red blood cell balance restores energy, appetite, sleep, and mood, leading to stronger nerves and disease resistance.

Government to Launch Campaign on Rum Runners in Toledo

In Toledo on September 4, Lieutenant-Commander Martin W Rasmussen announced a coast guard led offensive against rum running in the district. The action aims to curb smuggling activity and enforce maritime law.

Toledo

McCoy's Tablets Promises Weight Gain Guarantee

A provocative ad urges thin men and women to gain weight using McCoy's Tablets with a money back guarantee after four boxes or two dollars if a 5 pound gain and improved health are not achieved. It promotes distribution via McCoy's Laboratories and Cline Pharmacy along with McCoy's Cod Liver Oil.

McCoy McCoy's Cline McCoy's Laboratories, Inc

Military action in Ninth Naval District announced after coast guard shooting

Rasmussen visited and conferred with Lee Murjin, Assistant U S District Attorney, as authorities announced a new offensive in the Ninth Naval District following the shooting of a suspected foreunner by a Coast Guard crew last week.

Ninth Naval District United States Coast Guard Rasmussen Lee Murjin

How One Woman Lost 20 Pounds Of Fat

An advertisement claims Kruschen Salts purge fat and boost vigor. It urges taking half a teaspoon in hot water each morning and promises weight loss in four weeks, plus clearer skin and brighter eyes. It notes McKee Drug Co. sells an S5e bottle that lasts two months with a money back guarantee if results fail.

McKee Drug Co

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Vincent Man Helen Page Spain Bhallimar Helen Brent Lena Miss New York Leonard Brent City Crosstown Evangeline Cupid RADIO WEAP Black and Gold Room Federation Coward Sunshine Hour Jack Frost Stuart National Broadcasting and Concert Bureau Jack Albin Hotel Court House Common Pleas Court Probate Barlow’s Grange Eczema Alexander Church S.S.S Nature Crosley Crosley Armature HEA Co Rexall the Cline Pharmacy Co Lloyd
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