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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1923
Page
3
Local column records tributes to Ed Geothers and R. Leroy Perry with funeral plans and family notices. It notes a farewell dinner for R. Sey and family in Greeley, a motor trip to Indianapolis, and an I O O F hall meeting to arrange George Raine’s funeral.
Rev Paul F E Kemper former superintendent of the Anti Saloon League Arkansas visits Nelsonville friends and will occupy the pulpit at the M E church in a special service Wednesday evening.
Charlies Thomas and son Dale, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Redick, and Mr. and Mrs. Barrel Figgins appear in a brief social notices item highlighting family connections and greetings.
Billie Hanning son of Oakley and Mable Hanning died at age two years five months and twelve days after a brief illness. The family thanks neighbors friends and Rev Johnson for support and the Stout couple and others who donated machines and provided service.
The John W. Shepard home about a quarter mile northeast of Burr Oak burned shortly after 2 pm. Mrs. Shepard and daughter Gail escaped with only a small share of goods saved. Fire likely started in the kitchen due to a blaze. Joe Diamond of Hunterdon was arrested for whipping his pregnant wife, pled guilty, and paid a $50 fine plus costs.
George D Raine aged 76 of Nelsonville died after a prolonged illness. A long active city resident he retired five years ago due to health. Survived by two children Miss Jennie and Charles of New Comerstown. funeral plans not yet announced.
Oliver Phillips aged 42 died at his Interprise residence last night. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 9 am at the home, with burial at Bethel. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Mr and Mrs Sam Starkey held a Sunday dinner for their son Carl. Attending were Mr and Mrs Clifford Kelly and daughter Ruth of Jerseyville, Mr and Mrs William Kelly of Jerseyville, Miss Thelma Kentner, Carl Starkey, and the hosts.
Rev C L Johnson received a telegram from Richmond announcing his father C M Johnson died. The elder Johnson had been ill for years and was found dead in bed. Rev Johnson left for Richmond to attend the funeral.
Nelsonville members plan to attend the county W C T U convention in Athens this Thursday. A fine and profitable program is being arranged and every member should make a special effort to be present and enjoy the meeting.
Mr and Mrs G A Hamm and their son Paul of Lancaster were Sunday visitors here.
Fred Edington of Madison West Virginia is the guest of his parents for a stay at their home.
Children of the lateGeorge T and Rachel Perry gathered at Mr and Mrs William McBride home on Sunday Sept 23 for a family reunion. A noon chicken dinner was served followed by a horseshoe game and ice cream and cake. Attendees included numerous Perry relatives and friends from Columbus Nelsonville Bates Athens Carbondale and New Marshfield.
Kinsey and McMellon families held a reunion in the Benjamin Grove at Pennsville. Attendees from Nelsonville included Mr. and Mrs. K. W. Kinsey, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kinsey and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wes Kinsey, Mr. and Mrs. John Mays, and Mr. and Mrs. (rest unread).
Injuries from a team accident about two weeks earlier caused the death of Jefferson Love aged about 66 of Trish Ridge near Corning. Doctors amputated his leg at home after he refused hospital care. He is survived by his widow and several children.
Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Wallace of Hollister and Mr. and Mrs. Ya Vernon of Athens drive to Fremont by motor on Monday to visit Dr. and Mrs. W. B. Tracy, son in law and daughter of the Wallaces.
Mrs. M. Henshaw and Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Henshaw entertained guests last week including Mrs. George Taten horst of Chicago Mr. and Mrs. C. Yonk of Decatur Indiana Mrs. Josephine Woods of Cleveland and Mrs. Alva Johnston of Nelsonville in attendance.
Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Lewis and Mrs. Mary Lewis with Clifford Lewis traveled to Cincinnati on Sunday. They were followed home by Miss Hettie Myers who is spending a few days at the Lewis home.
Mrs Mason Andrews returned to her home in Athens Monday after a two weeks visit with relatives in this city.
Mrs Charity Miller left Monday for Selma to visit her son Clyde Miller.
Mrs Zack Moody spends a few days in Columbus staying with her son in law Miles Smith and daughter Mrs. Smith during a local visit to the city with the Smith family.
On Saturday September 29 Athens will formally open the Peach Ridge addition known as Summit View Heights. The ¢ 1 McAfee farm on Peach Ridge road, recently acquired by Totman Allen and Miller, will be divided into 64 large building lots and auctioned. The tract lies about a mile beyond the city’s northern corporate line.
At about 6 30 Monday evening a Buick driven by Treat Wetzel of Elliott street collided with a Poston town truck operated by Ollie Jall at the Mill and College intersection. Wetzel’s car hit the truck’s right rear wheel causing the flivver to spin twice. Hall faced reckless driving charges, pleaded not guilty, and a trial was set for Tuesday evening.
Public bids invited by the Chauncey Village and Dover Township Boards of Education for a Chauncey High School building. Proposals due October 2, 1923 at 12 M CST. must include full bidder details and bond or certified check. Sealed bids to Garfield Grimes, Chauncey, Athens County Ohio. plans by FF.FL Glass. Bond requirements and separate bidding for trades detailed.
In Washington on September 25, the cabinet discussed the American farming crisis. Secretary Wallace presented a report on agricultural conditions and proposed relief measures under President Coolidge’s direction.
A flock of vivid blue chickens startled automobilists passing through Fairmont West Virginia. A farmer's wife explained the birds are part of a portrait scene featuring Mademoiselle Dewyle claimed to be the most beautiful actress of Europe. The children had washed the fowls in bluish water.
Bertham Stickney as administratrix of William F. Hildear deceased files in Athens County Common Pleas Court Case No 12760 to foreclose a mortgage on property in Hockingport Athens County Ohio described as east half of lot 1136 with adjustments. Sylvia Buchanan must answer by November 17, 1923 or a judgment will be entered foreclosing the mortgage for $300 plus interest.
Lorace Hokey Palmer, former Ohio University star, is among pilots in a land and sea Marine air flight from Port au Prince Haiti to St. Louis. A telegram to his mother says the team arrived safely in Washington DC and will head west next, with stops at Guantanamo Havana and Miami. The voyage aims to align with the Pulitzer air races opening in St. Louis October 1 to 3. Palmers wartime service and selection as a pilot add to the honor of the mission.
The Philadelphia Rapid Transit Company could become the first traction line owned entirely by its workers. President Thomas E. Mitten announced that a cooperative fund has built a stock pool, now exceeding 160,000 shares, with officials backing the movement.
A cautionary note advises ensuring flatirons have smooth bases to prevent catching fabric and to avoid injuring silts and wools during use.
A revival of the annual fashion panic foresees women discarding dresses in favor of knickerbockers in coming months. The piece notes social scrutiny, old norms, and public comment as the issue reemerges.
William F. McCance of Jacksonville won damages from the Federal Valley Railroad Co. for injuries from a Sept 3, 1921 bridge plunge near Palos. The Athens county jury awarded him damages after suing for 25000 dollars and the railroad seeks a new trial. Also in Athens county, Sheriff Melwinney received a daily five cent rise for prisoner bedding costs under Section 2550. Electa Marks filed for divorce from Elmer Marks alleging cruel and abusive treatment since their 1908 marriage.
The notice proclaims a fast acting remedy for constipation biliousness colds headaches and malaria fever. It highlights quick relief and urges readers to try the treatment to ease multiple common ailments.
Twenty three general chairmen of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen divisions met in Cleveland and began counting a referendum on wage increases. Definite results likely available tomorrow.
A note on using kitchen paper towels highlights their practicality for wiping surfaces and drying hands, offering a quick solution to everyday messes.
City of Athens Ohio passes Ordinance 368 requiring permits from the Director of Public Service for any street or sidewalk excavation. Applicants pay $25 for up to five yards and $5 for each additional yard, with deposits returned after restoration or forfeited to the city if repair is needed. Violations bring fines from five to one hundred dollars.
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