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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1926

Page

6

Surprise Birthday Party For Mrs McCoy At Home

A surprise party at 65 North Congress street honored Mrs. Fred H. McCoy on her nineteenth birthday anniversary with friends present and refreshments served. Dal Murphy won the high score in the card game and guests included Mrs. Jordan, Mrs. Murphy, Charles DeMolet, Mrs. Carter, and others. The event followed a birthday party fundraiser for home missions at First Methodist church credits.

Fred H. McCoy North Congress Street McCoy Dal Murphy Charles DeMolet Carther L. C. Baker R. Johnson Herb J. Parker P. H. McKinley W. G. Danford Thor Olson Emmett Parker Fred Fénzel Phigh Nhe Woman's Home Missionary’ Society Rmen First Methodist Church America

Woman recounts Miami voyage on raft with animals

Ruth Anderson of Lexington described a perilous Miami trip aboard a raft with cats snakes and other creatures. She said she and a friend floated for two and a half hours after her companion broke a spine. five Lexingtonians reported killed were found safe.

Lexington Aring Miami Ruth Anderson City Yester

Marriage Licenses Issued In Glouster Area

Wednesday licenses granted to Ronald A. Mathews 21 and Josephine E. Richards 19 of Glouster. Also listed are Issie J. Skinner 15 and Isablee Richards 15, both of Glouster, children of local families.

Ronald A. Mathews Miner Marzcelus Mathews Josephine E. Richards Joseph Richards Glouster Ssie J. Skinner Elmer J. Skinner Isablee Richards

Germany Seen Likely to Meet Reparations Payments

Berlin reports economist Professor David Friday says France can rely on regular German reparations. The Dawes plan transfers reached about $8 million to France in August. Germany increased current payments by 75 million francs, about half to France, lifting yearly France receipts to roughly 6 billion francs or $15 million monthly. France’s total payments to England and the U.S. total about $125.9 million annually, leaving a surplus near $74 million.

Edgar Ansel Mowrer Consolidated Press Berlin David Friday Europe Germany Poincare France Legent General England

Court Sustains Nelsonville Mayor in Liquor Case

Common Pleas court upheld Mayor L. J. Eberle's ruling. Robert Williams, who appealed, was denied reversal. Williams was fined 300 dollars for furnishing intoxicating liquor to Wesley Kerns. trial held February 19 with a guilty verdict.

L. J. Eberle Nelsonville Common Pleas Robert Williams Williams Wesley Kerns

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets Ad

Advertises McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets promising rapid weight gain for thin people. Claims a woman gained 15 pounds in five weeks and a child 12 pounds in seven months. Notes taste and stomach issues but touts candy like ease of use and money back guarantee.

McCoy Cline McCoy's

Melbourne's Early Boom Driven by Gold Strike

Like San Francisco Melbourne benefited from a gold strike that spurred rapid growth and urban development, drawing prospectors and commerce to the region and shaping its early economic trajectory.

San Francisco Melbourne Australia

Republicans Eye Sweep in November Elections

The Republican National Committee predicts a nationwide victory with minimal campaign spending. Senator L C G Phipps of Colorado states the plan follows Coolidge’s guidance and GOP fundamentals. A major hurdle is voter apathy amid prosperity, as leaders note people are content and unlikely to vote.

Chicago U.R Republican National Congressional Committee United States L. C. G. Phipps Colorado Coolidge

Elks Vote $100 for Florida Relief

One hundred dollars was voted toward Florida relief by the local lodge relief committee last night. Committee members include Robert Wood chairman E K Ohm Francis A Lavelle Phil F Robinson David Johnson and Mayor Alex Moore. Additional smaller contributions were received.

Florida Lodge of Elks Robert Wood E. K. Ohm Francis A. Lavelle Phil F. Robinson David Johnson Alex Moore

Red Cross Funds Received In Cooperation With Banks

Amounting to $17 have been received at the banks handling this money in cooperation with the Red Cross. M. D. Hughes, attorney, chairman of the local Red Cross organization, who has been out of town, will now be able to enter more actively in this work.

Red Cross M. D. Hughes

Man Sentenced for Failure to Support Daughter in Ohio Court

Branch Liggett received a 60 day jail term and a $50 fine for contempt of court after failing to support his daughter Betty Eileen Liggett. The court ordered $20 monthly child support following a divorce action filed by Mrs. Liggett.

Betty Eileen Liggett Branch Liggett State of Ohio Common Pleas Liggett

Flyte Freckle Cream Promises Quick Skin Brightening

A chemist claims a real freckle remover named Flyte dissolves brown pigment in four days. The cream, easy to apply and stain free, is sold by Cline Pharmacy Co and McKee Drug Co with a money back guarantee if it fails.

Cline Pharmacy Co McKee Drug Co Cline I Harmacy Co McKee Drug

Florence Liggett Contempt Case in May Term Court

Emmett Keenan Athens attorney filed action against Florence Liggett on contempt of court during the May term. Judge L G Worstell appointed to preside over the proceeding.

Florence Liggett Liggett Emmett Keenan Athens L. G. Worstell

Gas tax payments to Ohio cities announced

Accumulated gasoline tax revenues totaling 987 680 dollars will be sent Saturday to Ohio cities. Each municipality will receive one dollar for every automobile it registered last year. Next week each county will get ten thousand dollars more from funds in the treasury. Mt Everest height noted as 29 002 feet above sea level.

Columbus O.R Ohio Cities State House Auditor's Office

Man Fined for Mine Dispute Incident

Floyd Katzenbach faced assault and battery charges in Magistrate Pearl Helswig court after a dispute at Bailey Run. Prosecutor Arthur McNutt filed the affidavit. Katzenbach pleaded guilty and paid a fine plus costs, then was released.

Bailey Run Floyd Katzenbach Pearl W. Helswig Arthur McNutt Katzenbach

Mother of nine killed in Crestline auto crash

Mrs James H Illis aged 40 died at a hospital hours after an auto collision near Crestline. The Galion resident, mother of nine, left her husband and their large family.

Youngstown Ohio Galion James H. Illis Crestline

Reys Cold Tablets and Malaria Remedy Advertisement

Summer colds resemble malaria and quinine is the main antidote. Reys Cold Tablets contain Cinchonine offering anti malarial effect and milder quinine properties. The tablet combines Aconite Ipecac Capsicum and Podophyllin to clear secretions and cleanse the system while keeping the intestinal tract normal.

Rey

Mr Allen Sells Nine Items in Three Days

Mr Allen said his advertisement drew many replies and he sold the nine items within three days, indicating strong demand.

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