Pioneer Day marks Meigs Pioneer Society meeting at Simpson M E Church
Meigs County Pioneer Society held its annual gathering at Simpson M E Church with a large crowd. Rev Bridwell led prayer, officers presided, and talks recalled boyhood days on Leading Creek and Civil War experiences. Elderly members were honored and several relics were displayed.
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Meigs County Pioneer Society
Simpson M. E. Church
Bridwell
C. E. Peoples
Beeson
H. ©. Pownall
Hartinger
Leading Creek
Col. Brooks
Sara Ann Moore
Martha Sayre
Electa Hysell
Marian Grapes
C. M. Brown
L. R. Wilson
Middleport
Dave Phillips
Elza Winn
Mary Love
Col
E. P. Brooks
William Swisher
Phillip McLain
David Cross
M. E. Page
Mary McIklroy
Royal Chase
Ohlinger-Harden Nuptials Planned in Columbus
Miss Loretta Ohlinger daughter of Mr and Mrs Stephen Ohlinger Pomeroy will wed Mr Russel Harden of Columbus this evening in Columbus. Rev Stolzenburg former Pomeroy pastor will perform the ceremony. Mrs Ohlinger traveled to Columbus yesterday to attend the marriage.
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Loretta Ohlinger
Stephen Ohlinger
Pomeroy
Russel Harden
Columbus
Stolzenburg
Ohlinger
Guards Discharged at Hobson Shops
Report states that nearly all guards at Hobson shops were discharged several days ago. One observer notes disruption and says management cited restructuring as the reason.
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Hobson Shops
Middleport Proclaims Clean-Up Days Ahead of Homecoming
Mayor J G K Bradford proclaims September 27 28 and 29 1922 as home coming clean up days urging all citizens to weed alleys and sidewalks mow trim lawns and beautify the village. Streets will be cared for by the village with Fred Sisson as clerk attesting the order.
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Middleport
J. G. K. Bradford
Ohio
G. K. Bradford
Fred Sisson
Flower tribute at Earl Sehneider burial evokes esteem
At the burial of the late Earl Sehneider of Thomas Fork last Wednesday afternoon a finest display of flowers was noted. He was a young soldier held in high esteem by those who knew him.
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Earl Sehneider
Thomas Fork
Pomeroy Gallipolis Roadwork and Local News Roundup
Work crews report the Pomeroy to Gallipolis road will be among the finest in the state before snow. resurfacing extends to the Tal bott corner. Middleport road top coat makes the surface very smooth. Locals Drake Wiseman and wife return to Indiana with Mrs Andrew Wiseman. Harry McGlothlin and Alma Grate marry in Wilkesville. Miss Goldie Killeen departs Racine for Mansfield business college. Five men arrested for liquor violations at Pityme released on own recognizance by Justice Barnes for lack of evidence.
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Pomeroy
Gallipolis
Pomeroy Roundhouse
Talbott Wholesale
Middleport
Goldie Killeen
Racine
Mansfield
John Fry
Elmer Hysell
Raymond Cray
Gordon Wolf
John Medley
Pityme
Local Students Begin College Preparations Across States
Mrs. M. C. Hobart and her daughter Esther travel to Cleveland to visit Dr. Will Hobart and his mother. Esther will then proceed to Ann Arbor Michigan to commence college duties. Carolyn Swallow enters Bethany College near Wheeling West Virginia. Frank White begins at Ohio Wesleyan and Cecil Horden enrolls at Wooster College.
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M. C. Hobart
Esther
Cleveland
Will Hobart
Ann Arbor
Michigan
Carolyn Swallow
Bethany College
Wheeling
W. Va
Frank White
Ohio Wesleyan
Cecil Horden
Wooster College
Edward B Drake of American Powder dies in Boston
Edward B Drake a leading figure at American Powder company Boston is dead. He was born near McArthur and lived in the region through early career after school. He married Lu ella Dowd and leaves a daughter Bertha Drake Harvey of Boston and several relatives. Democratic candidates visited the Vinton County fair while regional visitors from Cincinnati Columbus Athens Hamden and other places gathered for the county fair activities.
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Edward B. Drake
American Powder Company
Boston
Drake
McArthur
Caeer
Luella Dowd
Aquilla Dowd
Bertha Drake Harvey
Notables and Visitors at Athens and Columbus Appointments
A list of Columbus and Athens residents including Mrs E Dunkle James Sharp Black Sprague Leonard Arbaugh F Whitlatch Wheelabout W T Bone Liverly Miss Allom Logan Dr and Mrs E 8 Ray John Kearney Wellston and Miss Purle Lantz a former Ohio University student teaching music in Cleveland while waiting for a new school building. Mrs Harry Westerman Jr and son visit. J W Wells brings two banana apples from Vinton Township farm. Springfield band of 30 pieces arrives to play at the fair.
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Columbus
E. Dunkle
Athens
James Sharp
Congress
Black Sprague
Leonard Arbaugh
Arbaugh
F. Whitlatch
Wheelabout
W. T. Bone
Miss Allom
Logan
E. 8. Ray
John Kearney
Wellston
Purle Lantz
Ohio University
Cleveland
Notable Ohio Conference quartet of veteran churchmen
The Ohio conference in session features four elder statesmen Rev. George W. Burns Rev. R H Griffith Rev. R D Morgan and Rev. T J Wakefield totaling over two centuries of service. Burns joined 1870 served 1883 1886 Griffith joined 1872 retired earlier this decade Morgan with 54 years in church extension Columbus district Wakefield left active work eight years ago and is a Civil War era Ohio University graduate class of 68.
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Ohio Conference
George W. Burns
R. H. Griffith
R. D. Morgan
T. J. Wakefield
George Burns
Logan
Griffith
Thornville
Columbus
Wakefield
Ohio University
New Lamp Burns 94 Percent Air and Free Trial
A new oil lamp claims 94 percent air burn with 6 percent kerosene and offers a 10 day free trial. Inventor E A Johnson of Chicago promises free lamps to first adopters and potential agency opportunities with earnings of 250 to 500 dollars monthly.
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U.S
E. A. Johnson
W. Lake St
Chicago
Soldier Served Three Years With the 4th Ohio Cavalry
The article notes a man who answered his country's call and served for three years as a member of the 4th Ohio Cavalry, highlighting his military service within Civil War era unit history.
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4Th Ohio Cavalry
Lyke Family Guests Attend City Conference
L C Lyke and Mr Mrs Albert Lyke and daughter and Mr Mrs Hockingberry of Chillicothe visit Mr and Mrs William Lyke and family for a few days and attend the conference together with local hosts.
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L. C. Lyke
Albert ‘Lyke
Hockingberry
Chillicothe
William Lyke
Logan Commandery Knights Return From Toledo Conclave
Logan commandery members report a fine Toledo trip for the Knights Templar conclave. The delegation rode by special train, viewed 36 bands and 1000 instruments, attended two receptions, and one member was injured in a hit run incident. A mascot cat was adopted and another knight fell two stories with minor injuries. Logan Day at Laurelville Sept 21 promotes a four day celebration at the community center with Lancaster and Circleville also contending for attendance.
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Logan Commandery
Toledo
Knights 'Templar
Mt. Vernon
Convention City
Lancaster
L. C. Laube
Folk
Union Furnace
Laurie
Laurelville
Logan
Circleville
Pilgrim Journey Faces Final Preparations and Departure
In the closing steps, organizers confirm travel arrangements and safety checks for pilgrims. Support teams outline routes, lodging, and medical provisions as participants prepare to depart on the voyage.
DOYLE-MATHIAS Miss Zetta Doyle Weds Mr Mathias
Miss Zetta Doyle and Mr Chrilt Mathias were united in marriage Thursday by Rev H O Davis at Enterprise U B church. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Doyle of Rockbridge, has served as county treasurer’s clerk and taught in county schools. The groom is an engineer and WWI veteran.
Mell G. Underwood Tours Logan As Local Democrats Rally
Mell G. Underwood, a Democrat from the district, spent Thursday in Logan rallying supporters and strengthening party lines.
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Mell G. Underwood
Logan
Committeemen from Eleventh District to Meet in Lancaster
A call has gone out for Eleventh district committeemen to gather at noon Saturday at the Elks Home in Lancaster. Plans aim for a large local and county delegation with Frank Mauller of Chill ico to speak among the agenda items.
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Eleventh
Lancaster
Elks Home
Frank Mauller
Chillicothe
Judge Pettit Hears Hill vs Logan Quiet Title Case
Judge Pettit heard on demurrer the Hill v city of Logan case to quiet title to canal land in the western end of Logan. Hill holds a lease from the state on the disputed land. The matter was taken under advisement by the court.
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Pettit
Jesse M. Hill
Logan
Squirrel season starts as county issues many licenses
Clerk Robert C. Work reported a busy day issuing 80 licenses by noon with expectations near 150 by end of business. Squirrels are plentiful in western Hocking County woodlands. Dr. N. W. Good, former local M E pastor, died. funeral in Columbus attended by Dr. and Mrs. Allen and the Moores.
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Clerk of Courts
Hocking County
Robert C. Work
C. O. Allen
Nellie
Samuel Moore
Minnie Moore
Columbus
N. W. Good
California
Dr. Good
M. E. Church
Enrollment Rise Spurs High School Figures in Ridgley Report
Superintendent Yo Ridgley disclosed Thursday that high school enrollment reached 425, about 25 more than last year, with several more students expected to enroll before the week ends. Overall grades total roughly 1,050, near the 1921 level as activities accelerate toward a normal schedule.
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Yo Ridgley
Despair at the water’s edge as a lover’s betrayal unfolds
A woman stands by the river wall in a cold night contemplating suicide after discovering her lover Alec is with Estelle. Fog, lights, and distant patrols frame her final decision to end her misery, with a cliffhanger tease that the story continues.
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Battery Wall
Estelle
Alec
Sarah Ann
Ned
Billy
Ted
Illinois Couple Celebrates Sixteen Years Without Violence
An Illinois couple married for sixteen years has never shot each other, exemplifying a peaceful relationship. The unusual record highlights their commitment and nonviolent bond.
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Illinois
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