American Girl Impressionist Eyes England Europe Visit
Chas G. O’Bleness, returning from Europe, writes a second letter for Messenger and Herald readers detailing stark contrasts in trains and scenery, English manners, and the charm and patriotism of American women. He recalls encounters with travelers, London’s crowded streets, Westminster Abbey, the Tower, and Windsor, noting friendly Anglo American ties and the sense of belonging felt after two weeks abroad.
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Chas G. O'Bleness
Europe
Messenger
Herald
England
Parisennes
Germany
Switzerland
America
Forties
Nelda
Eld
London
Chaucer
Milton
Lke
The
Tower
Westminster Abbey
Sr. Paul's Cathedral
London Tower
William the Conqueror
Haleigh
Jane Grey
Henry VIII
James II
Queen Victoria
Small Pox Precaution Closes Athens Schools
Athens shuts public schools this week as a precaution against a possible small pox outbreak. J W Hutchinson quarantined at Cemetery street boarding house after visiting Zaleski, where his relatives had mild cases. He has no symptoms yet. workers told to stay home, children exposed earlier prompted the precaution.
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Athens
J. W. Hutchinson
Cemetery Street
Zaleski
Hutchinson
Health Department
Republican Mass Meeting in Athens Ohio Prominent Speakers
The Athens county Republican campaign opens in Athens Ohio on Saturday afternoon September 20 100 with Hon W H Moody of Massachusetts and Hon R Z Linney of North Carolina addressing the event. All Republicans urged to attend for a strong turnout.
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Athens County
Athens
Ohio
W. H. Moody
Massachusetts
R. Z. Linney
North Carolina
Presbytery of Athens debates Westminster Confession
The Presbytery of Athens met in Guysville September 11 to 18. Moderator Rev. G Walton King and clerks Rev. H B Weil and J F Montgomery were chosen. Discussion centered on the Westminster Confession of Faith and revision, with a unanimous vote in favor of revision. Delegates J D Brown and Rev. King were named to Synod in Zanesville. A Sabbath school meeting closed the session as health measures and vaccination orders disrupted local schools. Health officer Dr J M Wiggins praised the board of health for preventing smallpox spread.
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Presbytery
Athens
Guysville
G. Walton King
H. B. Weil
Belpre
J. F. Montgomery
Syracuse
H. J. Steward
Logan
W. L. Squire
Nelsonville
General Assembly
St. Louis
Thomas Turnbull
Pomeroy
J. D. Brown
King
Zanesville
Logat
City Board of Health
J. M. Wiggins
Board of Health
Gross Frebault Nuptials in Jacksonville
The marriage of Mr Maurice Gross and Miss Mary Frebault both of Jacksonville took place here Wednesday. Father Walter Hoss officiated. In the evening the couple returned to Jacksonville for a reception at the bride's parents home, Mr and Mrs Paul Frebault. Attending were F R Gross E R Baker C W Grosa and Josten of Athens.
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Gumren
Maurice Gross
Mary Frebault
Jacksonville
Walter Hoss
Paul Frebault
Messrs
F. R. Gross
E.R. Baker
C. W. Grosa
Josten
Athens
Gas Well on Stroud's Hus Drills Strong Flow of Gas
A well on Eber Slaughter’s farm at Stroud’s Hus produced a powerful gas flow after reaching the sand at 1710 feet. Drillers halted before penetrating the rock, and by Monday tests showed a daily flow of 2 million cubic feet. The find, drilled by Pennsylvania parties under M J Timberlin of Marietta, is expected to fuel nearby drilling and suggests a permanent supply.
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Eber Slaughter
Stroud’s Hus
Pennsylvania
M. J.timberlin
Marietta
New Music Studio Opens in Atom Block
Mrs C D Norris opens a voice culture studio in the Atom Block offering oratorio and opera training. She has studied with Anna Bishop George Osgood and Max Moretzek and began teaching after strong student demand for superior private instruction.
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C.D. Norris
Atom Block
Norris
Anna Bishop
New York
George J. Osgood
Bostom
Max Moretzeck
Parth
Thhy
Home Missionary to Meet Saturday at 2 PM
The Womansome Missionary Secret will meet at Mrs. Deardorm's home on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, moved from Friday. An invitation is extended to all interested in home work.
Life's Heavy Burden: Athens Leader A L Roach Dies
A L Roach aged 72, longtime Athens figure in social, religious, and business circles, died Saturday night after a prolonged illness. He united with the Methodist church in 1855 and served as steward and trustee for over thirty years, notably advancing Sunday School and church music. Survived by a wife, two sons Frank and Harry, a daughter Mrs J A Palmer, and a granddaughter. His funeral was held Tuesday at his College Street home with Rev L C Haddox and Rev E W Howe officiating.
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Lawrence Roach
Athens
A. L. Roach
College Street
L. C. Haddox
E.W. Howe
New Cemetery
Howe
Haddox
L. M. Jewett
Methodist Church
Brother Leach
Otters
Roach
Lfe
Drtytan Wlf
Nis
Frank
Harry
J. A. Palmer
Witt B. Golden
Lowell
Muskingum River
A Pretty Wedding at Youna And Mr Charles Scott Wed
At the home of Mrs. M. A. Doty on Wednesday the marriage of Miss Clara A. Nixon to Mr. Charles H. Scott was performed by Rev N F Patterson with Miss Myrtle Hannas as bridesmaid and Mr Charles Daugherty as best man. About fifty guests attended. The scene featured white and green decor, a wedding march by Clyde Scott of Torch, and a festive dinner afterward. The couple are well connected and highly respected in the community.
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Youna
Mra. M. A. Doty
Misa Clara A. Nixon
Charles H. Scott
N. F. Patterson
Myrtle Ifannas
Charles Daugherty
Clyde Scott
Torch
Scott
Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Constitutional Disease
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. The ad claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, promises $100 for any failure, and urges sending for testimonials. Also mentions Yall's Family Pills as best and Toledo firm contact P. J. Cheney & Co.
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Hall
Hal
P. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
T5c
Yall
Nash Republican Club of Athens Meeting Announcement
All members of the Nash Republican Club of Athens are requested to meet Thursday evening at Republican headquarters for organization and to make necessary arrangements for the present campaign. I. M. Pieters, Secretary.
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Nash Club
Nash Republican Club of
Athens
Republican
Statpen
I. M. Pieters
Wanted Horses and Mules for Athens Ohio Fair
Advertises for horses mules and mares of all sizes from four to fourteen years old to be shown at the Athens fairgrounds in Athens Ohio during the fair on September 25 26 and 27. Requests first class rooms with board and contact via J C Exile and Hotel Berry. Also notes a horseless carriage race and a running horse versus automobile race on both days of the fair.
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Athens
Ohlo
N.S
Wastep
J. C. Exile
Berry
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