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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1920

Page

8

Serious Auto Accident on Rutland Road

A mid–day collision on Rutland road between a Liberty car driven by R. T. West and a Ford driven by Mrs. John Larkin overturned the Ford in a field. Injured include Mrs. John Larkin, her son, Mrs. J. B. Giles, Mrs. Howard Johnson, and Mrs. Bern Dunlap and her son. Johnson and Giles sustain broken collars bones.

Rutland Road Thomas Forkbridge Rutland R. T. West Essex Mine John Larkin J. B. Giles Howard Johnson Bern Dunlap Johnson Giles

Nobody Home Today Hits Pomeroy During Meigs County Fair

Report notes no one at home in Pomeroy as residents head to Rock Springs for the Meigs County fair. Mentions a broken rib and a badly wrecked Ford machine in the same field.

Ford Pomeroy Rock Springs Meigs County

Rutland and Pomeroy Clash at Syracuse Grounds Sunday

The Pomeroy baseball club meets Rutland at King's Park Syracuse this Sunday. Rutland's batteries are Grim and Carson with Hawkins. pitching for Pomeroy will be Cundiff or Swyers with Negsel behind the plate.

Rutland Pomeroy Syracuse Grounds King’s Park Syracuse Carson Hawkins Cundiff Swyers Negselroad

Mason City pair wed in probate court marriage

Charles H. Mason aged 21 of Mason City West Virginia and Lulu M. Francis aged 18 of Middleport were granted a license to wed and married in the probate court rooms on Wednesday forenoon by Justice Stephen Martin.

Charles H. Mason Mason City W. Va Lulu M. Francis Middleport Stephen Martin

Great Lakes Mining Buys Thomas Coal Property

The Great Lakes Mining Company reportedly purchased the Thomas Coal property at Bowman's Run as part of development in the Syracuse coal field. The move is said to enable a straight drive in the mining project.

Great Lakes Mining CO Thomas Mining Syracuse Great Lakes Mining Company Thomas Coal Bowman’s Run

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Ad

A nurse from East Rochester New York praises Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound for stamina bladder relief and lighter symptoms. She recommends the root and herb remedy to young women with painful irregular periods backache and related issues and invites letters for confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts.

Lydia E. Pinkham East Rochester N. Y Lydia Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass

Coal East Of Syracuse Mine Extends Underground Reach

A mining report notes coal deposits stretch into the extensive block east of the Syracuse area mine area. No injuries reported as crews assess the deeper tunnel works and potential extraction prospects are evaluated by onsite geologists and company engineers.

Syracuse

Beahrs Declared Sheriff Winner After Recount in Meigs County

Meigs County board of deputy state supervisors of elections completed a recount showing George R Beahrs with a 26 vote lead over Wilbur A Reeves. Beahrs gained 22 votes from ten precincts while Reeves gained one in Middleport second ward. Final tally 900 to 880. Reeves had filed as independent prior to recount.

Meigs County Board of Deputy State Supervisors of Elections George R. Beahrs Wilbur A. Reeves Reeves Beahrs Long Bottom Middleport Fourth Ward Pageville Portland Rutland Rutland Village Silver Run Salem Election Board

Middleport Man Accidentally Shoots Wife

A man named Frank Harpold accidently shot his wife at about five o clock Tuesday evening while preparing a hunting gun in Middleport. The bullet struck her lower limb and she was taken to Holzer hospital in Gallipolis where doctors amputated the leg between knee and ankle.

Middleport Frank Harpold Harpold Holzer, Hospital Gallipolis

Fridley Granted Divorce from Tina Fridley

J. A. Fridley received a divorce from Tina Fridley on Tuesday on the grounds of wilful absence.

J. A. Fridley Tina Fridley

Brown spots on face and influenza recovery advice

A reader asks about external treatment for brown facial spots and connects fatigue to influenza. The advisor suggests pineapple juice for skin, notes a medical exam is needed, and explains recovery varies from three to four weeks to an unclear period. Advice to consult a different doctor if progress stalls.

Mrs. Thompson

Father Gives Blood to Soldier Son in France

James McLean volunteered a blood transfusion to save his son Lawrence who was gravely ill in France after all other cures failed. The heroic procedure revived him and his health is steadily improving toward full restoration.

Lawrence James McLean France

Silence from Bryan in San Francisco on Cox nomination

In San Francisco, Mr. Bryan refrains from further comment as he argues Cox’s selection would hand the White House to those who defy government and law. He questions why any Democrat would back a nominee who would insult the nation’s conscience.

Mr. Bryan Bryan San Francisco Cox White House

Attack Unexplained In Canton Neighborhood Shooting

Canton Ohio Sept 8 William Albrighton his wife and Miss Ida McDonald colored were shot and wounded near their home by two white men. Ten shots rang out from revolvers before the assailants fled. Police have not released further details.

Canton, CO William Albrighton Ida McDonald Albrighton

Freezone promises painless corn removal at tiny cost

An advertisement claims Freezone быстро relieves painful corns by applying a small amount to the affected area. It states the corn can be lifted off with fingers and promises no soreness or irritation, selling through druggists in a tiny bottle for a few cents.

Jazz Babies and lasting charm in courtship advice

The article argues beauty and dancing allure provide only temporary pleasure. It warns that lasting appeal rests on sweetness, character, and right living. A Jazz Baby may charm for a night, but true interest requires being genuinely interesting for exclusive companionship.

Editor testifies in court martial over attempted arrest

G. V. Sanders editor of the Houston Press testified at the court martial of Colonel Billy Mayfield. Sanders said he opposed military rule during the strike and described an alleged attempt by national guard lieutenants to arrest him in front of the Houston Country Club on August 21 as kidnapping. He stated no personal enmity toward Mayfield General Wolters or Governor Hobby.

Galveston Tex Houston Press G. V. Sanders Billy Mayfield Mayfield Sanders J. F. Wolters Hobby. Sanders J. A. Dempsey R. E. Abbot J. R. Smith National Guard Houston Country Club

Engage or end it Rose

Dear Rose asks if she should write or speak to a fiancé who has treated her poorly and fears a troubled marriage. A reader advises breaking the engagement unless he shows genuine change and loyalty, suggesting returning the ring and awaiting a sincere, earnest effort.

Mrs. Thompson Rose

Senator Harding Sees Oil Painting Gift at Fair

At the Minnesota state fair grounds an oil painting by a Minneapolis artist was presented to Senator and Mrs. Harding. Harding spoke of future art on farms and wage earners homes and told farm boys that opportunities for the farm boy have not passed.

ST. Paul Minneapolis Harding

Coburn's Minstrels Delight Cumberland Audience

Coburn's Minstrels showcased at the Maryland Theatre with strong singing and dancing performances. Charles Gand led the act with Eddie Horn and the Murray Trio delivering standout numbers, while Carl Cameron's Saxol Four impressed until a Chinatown collage finale. The Cumberland News calls the show well worth seeing at the Opera House Saturday matinee and night.

Coburn Maryland Theatre Maryland Charles Gand Eddie Horn Murray Turner Brothers Carl Cameron Saxol Chinatown Cumberland News Opera House

Ruling Loosened on Township Street Improvement Pact

In Columbus on September 8 the report states trustees may enter in agreement with authorities on street improvements. The note highlights an important ruling guiding future joint projects and funding mechanisms.

Columbus

Ruling on street improvement funds cited by Attorney General

County commissioners seeking improvement of city streets along county road lines received a ruling from Attorney General John G. Price addressed to the Seneca County prosecuting attorney. The decision clarifies authority and funding pathways for inter-county infrastructure projects.

John G. Price Seneca County

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