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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1924

Page

3

Audit Report Shows Net Gains For Sub District 1

Nelsonville records audit by Robert Bell and Worthy Parker finds cash on hand 1994? Correction: figures show $5,326.31 in treasury March 1 and total receipts 11,321.16 by September 1 with disbursements 9,416.20. Bank balances $877.68 and $1,568.29, outstanding checks $541.91, cash on hand 1,994.96. committee commends Secretary-Treasurer Conrad Wein. local society news follows.

Robert Bell Worthy Parker Conrad Wein Treasury People’s Bank Nelsonville Farmers & Merchants Bank Logan Wein

Missionary society meeting notes and officer slate

The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church met at Mrs. Charles Hanning's home. Mrs. Barker presided. Mrs. Retta Howe reported on the Lancaster camp mission school. attendance figures showed 282 members for the year with 39 guests on a guest day. Officers for the coming year include Mrs. A. J. Barker as president and several vice presidents, secretaries, treasurers, and committee members. A fire department run on Ak Street caused damage to a Coakley residence, with a jelly boil over igniting, minor debris, and slower truck access on the hill.

Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church Charles Hanning Hattie Freer Chute Barker Lidlie John Williams A. J. Barker Thomas Spencer Chas. Monks George Evans Otto Shirley J. D. Ledlie Waldo Chute Bartoe Bryan E Fire Department Ak Street Coakley

Mason City Improvement Contract Awarded by Board

Dr. C. G. Dew received the contract from the board of control for the Mason City project. Two bids were submitted, with the job expected to cost about $9,000.

C. G. Dew Board of Control Mason City

Nelsonville Delegation Attends Reds Pirates Doubleheader

Nelsonville sent a train party Kenneth June W S Owens George Barrows William Silcott Roy Davis Ralph Patton and Pearl Glenn to Cincinnati to see the Reds split a double header with the Pirates. A separate auto group included Donald Shafer H F Mechem C Mechem Leonard Cooley Joe Inderrieden Walter Mechem John Reed and 88 Steenrod. The Pocahontas Past Chiefs plan a Wednesday 7:30 PM meeting at Red Men’s Hall.

Nelsonville Cincinnati Reds Pirates Kenneth June W .S. Owens George Barrows William Silcott Roy Davis Ralph Patton Pearl Glenn Donald Shafer H. F. Mechem C. Mechem Leonard Cooley Joe Inderrieden Walter Mechem John Reed Steenrod

Local social notes from Logan and nearby towns

Logan Miss Grace Stickney of Athens spent over Sunday in Logan as a guest of Mr and Mrs Everitt Burchfield. Mr and Mrs Buellaby returned from a vacation and sight seeing trip to Buffalo. Mrs Merle Weymueller and daughter Annabelle visited her parents Dr and Mrs Gibson in Glouster over Sunday.

Grace Stickney Athens Logan Everitt Burchfield Buellaby Buffalo Merle Weymueller Annabelle Glouster

Orchard Demonstrations Organized by Farm Bureau

Arrangements through the local farm bureau set two orchard demonstrations for Tuesday. The first at Joe Case's Green township orchard will be led by T H Beach of Ohio State starting at 7 pm detailing orchard work procedures. A Barker Bros. Falls township arborist survey follows in the afternoon reviewing last year’s results.

Joe Case Green Township Barker Bros Falls Township T. H. Beach Ohio State Case Barker Brog Farm Bureau

Miss Marie Wolfe Weds Motor Officer Joe Farbearn

Miss Marie Wolfe daughter of Edith Wolfe of North Walnut street and Joe W Farbearn, motor officer, united in marriage at the Hunter Street Lutheran parsonage Saturday morning by Rev. C I Lauer. They plan a wedding dinner for immediate family and will reside at 310 North Mulberry street. Farbearn is the son of J H Farbearn of New Lexington and has Logan residency. he previously served as River Division fireman. Mrs Farbearn is a Logan High School graduate and recently worked at Home Telephone Co.

Marie Wolfe Edith Wolfe North Walnut Street Joe W. Larbean Hunter Street Lutheran Parsonage C. I. Lauer North Mulberry Street Officer Farbeann J. H. Farbeann New Lexington Logan

Trio Arrested for Intoxication on Possum Run Road

Joe Bond Guy Westenbarger and Frank Smith of Rockbridge were arrested Sunday afternoon by Deputies Brandt and Yarbeann after being found intoxicated on Possum Run road north of the village. They were taken to Logan and jailed to await arraignment on intoxication and driving while intoxicated charges likely Monday before Magistrate Miller.

Joe Bond Guy Westenbarger Frank Smith Rockbridge Brandt and Yarbeann Possum Run Logan Miller

Maccabees Plan Open Meeting At I O O F Hall

The local order of Maccabees announces a large initiation class on Monday with an open meeting Thursday for members families and W B A at the I O O F hall starting 7 30. District Manager Devol arranged for Ed L Youn great commander and George H Scott great record keeper to attend along with talks recitations and music.

Order of Maccabees I. OO. O. F. Hall Devol Ed. L. Youn George H. Scott

Local Methodist Pastors Prepare for Ohio Conference Meeting

Pastors from area Methodist churches plan to depart early this week for Ironton to attend the Ohio Conference annual meeting. Farewell sermons were preached Sunday though several may be reassigned upon their return.

Ironton Ohio Conference

Logan Officials Weigh Blair Return and Other Local Hints

Logan readers expect Rev J W Blair to be kept as pastor with some talk of elevating him to district superintendent. The Presbyterian Women meet Friday at Mrs William King’s home to plan next year’s program with hostesses assisting. Independent petitions open Friday midnight and Eph Shaw seeks county surveyor again while Ray Castell files to run for sheriff as an independent.

Logan J. W. Blair Methodist Women’s Union of the Presbyterian Church William King Lew Mock Charles Brehm Stanley Hysell Cassie Hon Eph Shaw Ray Castell Murray City

Engle and Lemmon Residents Noted in Local Notice

Elmer L. Engle 23 a truck driver of Westerville and Mary Josephine Lemmon 29 at home Logan are listed in a brief local notice. The item provides names ages and cities with no further details.

Elmer L. Engle Westerville Mary Josephine Lemon Logan

Funeral Services For Thornton Sampson Held At Green's Run

Funeral services were held at Green's Run church for Thornton Sampson 1 a Civil War veteran of Green's Run with interment in Taylor Ridge cemetery. He died Thursday night after years of infirmity. He leaves a daughter Mrs Clarenee Smith of Buffalo and a son Roy Sampson killed overseas in World War I. his remains were reburied in Taylor Ridge cemetery. The article also notes numerous local residents at gatherings, trips, and events, including conventions and travel to Columbus Cincinnati Springfield and Washington.

Thornton Sampson Green's Run Courtney Chauncey Taylor Ridge Sampson Clarenee Smith Buffalo Roy Sampson

Chauncey Hosts Birthday, Funeral Veterans, and Dinner Highlights

A Chauncey gathering honored James Kiser on his thirteenth birthday with games and music at Mary Kiser’s Millfield home. Attendees included Totman, Sedwick, Crabtree, Mayles, Omers, Woods, Kisor family, and others. Thomas Leniger's funeral was held at Chauncey M E church with I O O F rites. George Wilson hosted a chicken dinner for Norma Ferguson, visiting Charleston.

Mary Kiser Millfield James Yorest Totman William Sedwick Tred Crabtree Dortha Elba Mayles Cathrine Totman Williard Butler James Bullock William Phelps Ruth Viola Omers James Woods Fred Kisor Frederick Sylvia Chauncey Floyd Cecil Elmer Delmer Ruth Kisor Leniger Thomas Leniger Pleasant Hill M. E Brad Shaw Harter Chauncey I. 0. O. F. Lodge Nye Stout Senigar George Wilson Norma Ferguson Charleston W. Va Carl Shafer Rowena Clif

Local Residents Host Dinner in Ellisapnur Honoring Athens Guests

A Sunday dinner at the Ellisapnur home honored Misses Audrey Barkley and Clystie Rosser of Athens. Attendees included families from Columbus Glouster Chauncey and Mound Street. Rev. Thompson spoke at the First Christian church morning service.

Ford Shafer Walter Spears Elizabeth Forest Spears Grace Ruth Columbus Noah Harvey Ellis Apnur Audrey Barkley Clystie Rosser Athens Helen Ruth Anne Kittle Glouster T. R. Hamilton Dean Mound Street Elmer Nidadgushter Dorothy Delbeg George Wilson West Chauncey Wilsons Thompson M. J. Gardner A. Welling Ruth Wharton Friends Laurelville

Beaumont Man Brot into Court on Two Charges

Beaumont man Roy Bricker pleaded guilty to a plain drunken charge and received a $25 fine plus costs in Magistrate Helwig's court. He was arraigned on a second assault charge by Miss Sylvia Cole Athena, pleaded not guilty, waived examination, and was bound over to the grand jury on a $200 bond.

Helwig Aie Plain Brank E. C. Mariner Bricker Sylvia Cole Athena

Disappearance of Former VP Linked to Bank Shortage

Philadelphia two weeks into September reports no trace of Edward A. Fichera former vice president of the Philadelphia Title and Trust Co since his disappearance Friday before the bank was closed amid an alleged 27000 shortage in its accounts authorities pursue leads as search continues for the missing executive.

Philadelphia Edward A. Fichera Philadelphia Title and Trust Co

England golf titleholders toppled in swift dethronement

Edith Cummings loses the women's national title as the recent national tournament unfolds. The three reigning national champions in England have fallen this year and Robby Jones fails to defend the American open title raising questions if amateur king Max Marston may be next to lose his crown.

England Robby Jones Max Marston

Volunteers Sought for Defense Day in Athens County

Athens county sets a Defense Day quota of 477 with Battery FE Ohio National Guard to supply 96 and Co. L 114 others from volunteers. Enlistment is nonbinding and signifies approval of the plan by President Coolidge. Those volunteering from 6 30 to 7 30 pm on September 12 should mail the form to the Recruiting Committee at the Armory in Athens.

Athens County Battery FE Ohio National Guard Co. L Coolidge Athens

Lavoptik Eye Wash Promises Quick Eye Relief

This notice promotes Lavoptik eye wash with camphor hydrastis and witch hazel claimed to strengthen and soothe weak strained or sore eyes. It asserts rapid action and offers a free aluminum eye cup through Gibson's Pharmacy.

Gibson's Pharmacy

Typical August Bride in Athens County Records

August marriage records show the typical Athens county bride at 23 and groom at 26 years four months both lifelong residents. Of 66 applicants, 56 were first marriages. 10 were under 21, three both underage, and two brides had prior marriages. Birthplaces mainly Athens county, with West Virginia, Hungary, Kansas and Virginia also represented.

Athens County Oho Bureau of Marriage Censes West

Man credits Tanlac with restoring health after rheumatism

John Coakley of Menominee Michigan says Tanlac cured his rheumatism and weakness after five bottles allowed him to work again. His weight rose from 128 to 165 pounds in seven months and he urges verification by contacting him. Tanlac is sold by druggists with over 40 million bottles sold.

Tanlac John Coakley Spies Ave Menominee, Mich

Kindergarten Starts at Oo University This September

Regular kindergarten work begins Tuesday September 9 at 8 34 in the morning at Oo University. Children aged 4 and older will be enrolled and must be vaccinated. All students should be present Tuesday morning.

Oo University

Guna Use Harpoons for Whales With Reduced Whaler Risk

The Guna shift to harpooning whales reduces danger to whalers, as crew members report fewer injuries and smoother hunts. Local observers note the new method increases efficiency while maintaining traditional practices.

Suit Filed Over Nonpayment of Promissory Notes in Athens

Hxnseh Parry of Athens sues D I and Florence FE of Tokaso1 claiming nonpayment on eight promissory notes totaling 390 dollars. Notes dated November 9, 1923, plaintiff filed in common pleas court Monday.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Nelsonville News Mrs. J. M. Hyde Miss Ruth Lorenzo Butt Kirkwood, Mo Clayton Murphy Cliff Hartley Lancaster Catherine Stedem of Don Davis Frank Poston Frank PD. IF. Simms W. A. Donaldson Evans Hudson Redpath Chautauqua W. L. Hudson George Beagle The Brotherhood of Railway Trainment J. B. Hanning Carl Isabelle McCann Beverly Cc. H. Bartlett Charles Poston Valdosta Georgia Margaret Ellison Lewis Nixon Mrs. Leighton Aumiller Sylvia Farley Cancas Winchester Florence Horton Dorothy Jones Louise Kennard James Harthy Billy Toledo George Larrows M’s Had Price Birdie Pratt Margaret Gail John Hannahs Pomeroy Elmer Robinson Cadia James Hannahs Flushine Lastern Eudora Charter Florence Wood Janet Neff Ed Cranmer Jeanette Zanesville Owen Smith Betty Catherine Indianapolis C. H. Roudebush Pocahontas Red Men's Hall TRIO Woman's Union Rbuster Jane Donaldson Washington New York City Robert Marshall Rred Hemsley Joseph Richards H. A. Holz- Schuh State Federation of Labor Springfield Mr. Richards Murray Miners’ Organization Helen Souders Mrs FL. L. Souders W. BR. Balderson L. E. Munden W. FE. McCarty Dan Mooney Aelred Jewell Clarence Gatchel Floyd Nolan Gatchel Fa Johnson Ellis Wilt Conrad Santay Davis Williams Will Seller Hollister George Robinson Mrs. Robinson Grant Hospital F. E. Munden Munden Bakery Fleischmann Baking School Beaumont Man Roy Bricker Beaumont Marston Edith Cummings C. D. Shafer Co Lash Taniac Joan Coakley Luckoff Chauncey, O McPherson Goon A. D. McPherson Rapid Shoe Repairing W. Union ST Reoxor Tran Solare Seratte North Court St Athens Messenger Person Realty Co Cameron Bros H. T. Phillips W.E. Landis J.W. Buck C. H. Ruble Miller-Totman Co. S. S. Bank Bldg Wm. Cain Park
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