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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1918

Page

7

Attorney Charles T. Lewis Dies at 67 in Toledo

Toledo dispatch reports Charles T. Lewis 67 died suddenly of heart failure. He was a partner in the Doyle & Lewis law firm and a director of the New York Central Toledo and Ohio Central and Michigan Centre railways. Born in Marietta, he will be buried in Toledo.

United Press Toledo Charles T. Lewis Tomorrow Law Firm Doyle & Lewis New York Central Toledo & Ohio Central Michigan Centre Railways Marietta

Angel Child Borne to Heaven

Poem reflects a family's grief for a child lost to death. A mother and father mourn a darling babe as they recall the cradle, clothes, and hope left behind. The verse envisions the child in heaven beside God and others who have passed, offering comfort in loss.

Thanks to friends and community after our daughter Eryn Elizabeth

We thank friends who assisted at the time of our daughter Eryn Elizabeth's death and those who sent floral offerings. We express gratitude to the choir for their singing, the undertaker for his kindness, and Rev Simmons for his comforting words. Mr and Mrs Herbert Rivers, grandparents, and Mr and Mrs Jas Stenson are mentioned.

Evelyn Elizabeth the Daghter Herbert Mary Rivers Babe Evelyn Eryn Elizabeth Kindias Rev. Simmons Herbert Rivers Jas Stenson

New Minister Welcome Draws Large Athens Audience

Rev C L Strecker the new pastor of the First M E Church was greeted by large crowds yesterday. District Superintendent Rev F M Evans introduced him in the morning and spoke highly of Strecker’s abilities and work elsewhere. His sermons showed scholarship, thinking, and forceful utterance. Season tickets for the Athens Lecture Course go on sale Wednesday after at Cline’s and McKee drug stores for 2 dollars. Royal Cash Grocery ad promotes weekly price cuts on canned goods and staples at 78 North Court St.

C. L. Strecker M. EB F. M. Evans Strecker Athens Royal Cash Saaeuen Diffe Royal Cash Grocery North Court St

The Struggle in Arcadia Amid Tight Household Finances

Edith endures severe money shortages and lack of household help as John struggles with a costly garden and taxes. The tale follows small calamities, a laundress scarcity, and a broken sugar run ending with Edith overwhelmed as Jack tries to comfort her after a store mishap.

John Edith Small Jack Finner Jackie

Colored handkerchiefs in style for dress and work

Dear Mrs. Thompson responds that colored handkerchiefs are in fashion but not common among conservative people. They are attractive when matched with outfits and practical for work and school, suggesting a bonded use with a companion or family.

Secret For Looking Well Promoted By Remarkable Remedy

A reader reports weight gain from 96 to 105 pounds and improved health after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. She praises its effect on stomach and intestinal issues and claims it helps her mother. The ad promises a money back guarantee and lists McKee Drug Co. and druggists as sellers.

Mayr McKee Drug Co

First M Sunday School Attendance and Classes

Attendance yesterday at the First M Sunday School reached 663 with 32 officers and teachers, 6 visitors and 525 scholars. Men numbered 207, women 169, intermediate 116, primary 71, large classes led by Prof Copeland 184 and Martzolf group totaling 101. Total collection 22.07, class 6 contributing 9.40.

Copeland Martzolf Dunkle Mra. Noss

Buy Bonds and Back the Guns That Hit the Guns

A terse wartime appeal urges citizens to purchase bonds to support military production and weapons programs, linking financial support to sustaining armaments and national defense efforts.

Heart and Home Problems at School Romance

A student writes of losing a popular boy to another girl and considers leaving school. The adviser urges staying, building independence, and not revealing hurt. The guidance emphasizes education as a path to better life and suggests enduring with a brave spirit.

Geraldine M

Ask Mrs Thompson about loss and repayment of ring

A reader asks if the man who caused a ring loss should replace it and whether a girl should walk with a strange man under rain. The advisor replies it was not his duty to replace the ring and that the girl did well to accept help but should speak if they meet again to avoid misreading courtesy.

Mrs. Thompson Ming

Dear Mrs Thompson Letter on Hair Dye Advice

A bru nette seeks auburn hair by dyeing while moving to a new town. Dora warns against hair dye noting dryness roughness and potential injury to growth. It adds hair must be dyed repeatedly to keep matched shade.

Mrs. Thompson Dora

Dear Mrs Thompson Three Girls Ask If They May See A Movie

A letter from three fifteen year old girls asks if they are old enough to go to the picture show together without a chaperone. One girl cannot go due to parental objection and they seek guidance on evening outings.

Mrs. Thompson

Bonds Offered by Athens for Fern Street Real Estate

The auditor of Athens Ohio invites sealed bids by 12 noon March 26 1918 for six bonds totaling 1700 to finance real estate for Fern Street extension to East State Street. Five bonds at 300 each and one at 200 mature over two to five years with semiannual interest. Bonds issued at par plus accrued interest. Bids must include bond count sum and certified check of 10 percent. City may reject any bid.

Athens State of Ohio Fern Street Bald Tonae J. Clyde Edmundson

Court of Appeals session dates fixed by Fourth Judicial District

The order lists specific dates for holding Court of Appeals sessions in the Fourth Judicial District for each county including Washington Athens Vinton Hocking Gallia Meigs and others. Dates span January through December with varied days. Official certification by Clerk M. Copeland notes the order and the start time of 9:00.

Thomants Washington County Athens County Octo Vinton County Ge Hocking Meiga County Lawrence County Scioto County Pike County Jackson County Ross County Highland County Pickaway County Adama County Brown County Sooick WM. H. Midr Festus Wat Edwin PD Say Oho Copeland Holdi Ng Court of Appeals M. RE. Copeland Courts of Appé T.w

Petition to Alter Public Road in Bern Township Ohio

Athens County board to view and finalize road alteration proposed along the Curtis heirs lands and Valley Realty Co involving a segment from Curtis Junction to Utley. Hearing and final action set for October 21 1918 with viewing date October 1918.

Board of Commissioners Athens County Ohio Petit Onera Curtis Bern Ons County Curtis Junction Utley Said Curtis Heirs Wm. Brawley and the Valley Realty Co. Inc Bey South Thru McCun Ste Athens

Vacation of Public Road Ordered by Athens County Board

Athens County records show a motion to vacate a public road beginning at the Sand Rock Road intersection near the southeast quarter of Section 96 in Bern Township. The board scheduled action for October 21 1918, with notices and formal orders issued to Curtiss W. Cc Tt. Also appears an unrelated 1918 advertisement for Lubricant Carbon Remover claiming to restore power and fuel efficiency, offered by BH. Avery of Montecello California.

Athens Wenitlenanaere Sand Rock Bern Curtiss W. Cc Agenta BH. J. Avery, Whitter

Clamp patent locks elevator control cables to prevent tampering

A new patented device locks to elevator cables to prevent unauthorized movement of a penens by securing the control line. The invention targets tampering and unauthorized use by restricting cable motion through a robust locking mechanism.

Asbestos Deposits Found in Transvaal

Extensive deposits of asbestos with fibres longer than previously known have been discovered in the Transvaal, signaling a potential major development in mining and industrial use.

The Transvaal

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