Violin Virtuoso Scott Willits Headlines Friendly East Side Music Night
A small gathering at Mr. and Mrs. Sam Warren’s East State Street home featured violinist Scott Willits and his pianist wife, daughter of Mrs. Britton. Willits, a Sevcik method teacher, performed pieces by Wieniawski, Bazzini, Novacek, and Saint-Saens, praised for tone and mastery. The event showcased Willits’s rare sweetness and technical finesse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Lee Britton
Sam Warren
East State Street
Scott Willits
Britton
Gabette
Eline Boyer Gains Noted Musical Reputation
Athens friends of Mr and Mrs S C Boyer of Nashville recall their daughter Miss Eme line Boyer a Ward Belmont School voice student who recently sang in an entertainment and earned praise in the Nashville Tennessean on September 24 A picture and feature highlight her rising reputation and many requests for appearances she toured Europe last year with a Ward Belmont conducting party
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
S. C. Boyer
Nashville
Tenn
Emeline Boyer
Boyer
Ward - Belmont School of Music
Nashville Tennessean
Golden wedding anniversary for Fletcher Metcalf couple
Meigs county natives Mr and Mrs Fletcher Metcalf celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on their farm near Carpenter station with their four children six grandchildren and two great grandchildren present. A noon dinner planned by the bride precedes an afternoon reception from 2 to 4 at their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenter Station
Meigs County
Fletcher Metcalf
North Congress Street
C. VU. McDaniel
New London
Marriage Announcement for Anna Hamilton and Mac Temple
Mr and Mrs Frank Hamilton of 100 North Lancaster announce the marriage of their daughter Anna to Mr Mac Temple of Kenton. The couple remain at the bride’s parents’ home and plan to relocate soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hamilton
North
Lancaster Street
Anna
Mac Temple
Kenton
Bride Graduates From New Marshfield. Temple Engaged
Cleveland report notes Mr. Temple of Jeffreys Manufacturing in Columbus. The bride, a New Marshfield High School graduate, pursued business studies at Ohio University and has worked as a stenographer in Columbus for four years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Temple
Jeffreys Manufacturing Company
Columbus
New Marshfield
Ohio University
Doctor Jones Returns From Elyria and Cleveland Trip
Dr. C. L. Jones comes back today after a stay in Elyria and Cleveland. He attended the telephone convention in Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Jones
Elyria
Cleveland
Mr L T Dailey Visits Columbus for Weekend
Mr L T Dailey motored to Columbus Friday to spend the weekend with Mr and Mrs Russell Davis. He will return this evening.
Sister of Grace Cummings Dies. Burial Set in Barberton
Mrs. Bertha Burkett of the County Children's Home traveled Friday to Barberton after being called by the death of her sister Mrs. Grace Cummings who died that day. Funeral services are planned for this afternoon in Barberton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Burkett
County Children’s Home
Barberton
Grace Cummings
Mr W S Bobo and family move to Basil home
Mr W S Bobo and his family depart Monday for Basil where they bought property and will continue in the real estate business. He has practiced real estate in Athens and will pursue the same profession in Basil.
Local social notes and obituaries from Athens area
Mrs. Atkins and Miss Atkinson visit Huntington while Miss Blake visits Lu tton Blake. Mrs. Hoglington is recovering from cataract surgery in Columbus and family visit. Mrs. McCracken returns from Colorado trip as Rev. Smith accepts Baptist post in Bellevue with salary prospects. Mrs. Grimes attends funeral of Judge Carl B. Clark in Porter and related ties to Sandusky and Warrener.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Grimes
Sharpsburg
Athens
Evadwick
Porter
Carl B. Clark
Gatlia County
Clark
Sandusky
Harding
California
Judge Clark
William J. Warrener
Womans Benefit Association Meeting Notices
The Womans Benefit association of the Maccabees will meet Monday evening at 7 oclock. Refreshments will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Womans Benefit Association of the Maccabees
Overmeyer Family Travels to Newport for Visit
Mr and Mrs C A Overmeyer and their children Bobby along with Mr and Mrs J C Overmyer Marie Josten left Friday by car for Newport Kentucky to visit Mrs Overmyer’s brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs J W Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Overmeyer
Bobby
J. C. Overmyer
Marie Josten
Newport, Ky
Social News Briefs from Jackson and Athens
Mr. and Mrs. Sim Phillips return home after a visit in Athens with Mrs. Lafe Boden and the Muirs. Esther class of the Christian church to meet Monday at 7 p.m. in the church basement. Mrs. Arthur Hunter hosted Mrs. Sarah Drummond of Columbus Friday. City Federation meets Monday in the Chamber of Commerce Assembly room with official board at 2 p.m. and program at 2:30. Presidents of federated clubs urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Missionary Society of the
Central Avenue M. KE
Arthur Hunter
Kern Street
Leah Hunter
Harold Brown
St. Clair
Wilda Hunter
Nellie McGowan
Sylvia Walker
Fred Brown
Sim Phillips
Jackson
Athens
Lafe Boden
Edward Muir
Esther
The
Christian Church
Sarah Drummond
Columbus
Chamber of Commerce
Man Pleads Guilty After Gallon Whiskey Stolen Car Case
8 M Ball of Jackson faced four charges after a Friday night pickup near Albany. A gallon of corn whiskey was found in his car and he was fined 100 dollars plus costs for possessing, 100 dollars plus costs for transporting, 15 dollars plus costs for intoxication, and 25 dollars plus costs for driving while intoxicated. Ball pleaded guilty and was returned to jail to arrange payment. The piece also notes high 1922 traffic fatalities and warns against hurry and danger at crossings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Ball
Jackson
T. J. Barrow
Lee Township
Ball
van Dyke
Albany
Athens
Barlow
Apron Front Adorns Three Piece Suits Matching Coat
The apron front is highlighted as a stylish detail on three piece suits, designed to pair with the coat rather than the frock. The feature emphasizes a coordinated look where apron and coat create a seamless silhouette.
Distinctive Flounces Elevate Satin And Serge Gowns
Irregular flounces add distinctiveness to afternoon gowns made from satin or serge, providing a relief from straight lines. The detailing enhances movement and style while maintaining elegant silhouettes.
Trendley to Speak Here Sunday Evening
Dr. Frederica Trendley, former chair of Philosophy at Ohio University, visits Athens and will speak at the First Christian Church on Sunday evening at seven o'clock. Friends in Athens will have the chance to hear him again during his brief stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederica Trendley
Athens
First Christian Church
Ohio University
Keep the Kiddies Well for Success in School
A note from The Athens Messenger promotes child health as a foundation for school success. It cites Uncle Sam’s training principle and announces a free Red Cross booklet for parents on spotting and correcting posture and health issues, with a coupon to request a copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
American Red Cross
Public Forum on Rail Crossings Toll Draws Attention
Editor notes national shock over 85 killed and 10 injured in a single city rail crossing disaster and laments that such tolls occur daily without consistent public attention. The message urges reform and sustained focus beyond sensational headlines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Messenger
Queen Esther Circle Meeting at Richland Home
The Queen Esther Circle gathers Monday evening at Bliss Audrey Beal's Richland avenue residence. Members assemble at Boyd Hall at 5 30 with Miss Fletcher for the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen Esther
Bliss Audrey Beal
Richland Avenue
Boyd Hall
Miss Fletcher
Hyde and Putnam Couple Plan Pittsburgh Greet
Dr and Mrs J M Hyde of Nelsonville and Mr and Mrs George I Putnam depart Monday by car for Pittsburgh to visit Rev and Mrs Alexander M Lamb. Lamb is Hyde and Putnam's brother in law. The text notes a slogan about socks guaranteed for 10000 miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Hyde
Nelsonville
George I. Putnam
Pittsburgh
Alexander M. Lamb
Rev. Lamb
Hyde
P Putnam
Speed boat record shattered at Ohio Valley regatta
In Cincinnati on Sept 29 King Tut piloted by Padgett of Quilacy Wh set a new ten mile speed in 13 minutes 37 seconds in the 5 10 class. The craft averaged 41.08 miles per hour, breaking the previous 42.3 mph record also held by King Tut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Valley Motorboat Racing Association
King Tut
Cr. Padgett
Quilacy
Anniversary and Wedding Gifts Exhibit At Local Store
When a special occasion arrives, shoppers turn to this store for a wide, fascinating selection. The presents offered reflect quality and beauty, honoring discerning tastes and judgment.
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Athens County
Presbyterian
Helen Lawrence
Bertha Barker
Lucile Linscott
Amesville
Mary Riggs
Mary EF. Richards
Ixate Brown
Jacksonville
Metta Glazier
H. D. van Kirk
Voice Students of Promise
BY Williams
NEA Service
Margaret Young
Stingo
Man
Miss Young
Parker Bros
Bank of Athens Bldg
Sarah Elizabeth Atkins
Clara Atkinson
Grace Blake
Huntington
W. Va
Miss Blake
Lutton Blake
George Hoisington
Charlies DeMolet Jr
DeMolet
Mary Ellen
T. C. McCracken
Greeley
Colorado
Town
Monmouth
H. C. Smith
Bellvue
First Baptist Church
Baptist Church
Rev. Smith
William F. LeCompte
Trendley
Frederic J. Waskin
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Washington, D.C
Neel
A .Miller
Ideal Barber Shop
Athens Auto Laundry
Vic Pierce
North Court St
Stata
Eagle
Ie Scott Fynney Co
Flome
Cornwell
Jewelers
Optometrists
Hallmark
Holeprof
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