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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1926

Page

9

Schools of County Ill Be in Session 160 Days This Year

Announcement to all Athens county teachers from Superintendent H R McVay confirms a 160 day school year excluding holidays. Holidays listed include Oct 29 state teachers meeting, Thanksgiving plus day after, Dec 22 to Jan 3, Feb 22, Apr 22, and the Athens county field meet. Southeastern Ohio Teachers and Eastern Ohio Teachers meet in Portsmouth and Marietta respectively with optional combination tickets for teachers.

Athens County H. R. McVay State Teachers’ Association Southeastern Ohio Teachers’ Association Portsmouth Eastern Ohio Teachers’ Association Marietta Ree State Teachers Association

Ator Family Reunion Held At Pratts Fork

The Ator family gathered at Mrs. Retta Ator’s home in Pratts Fork on Sunday September 26 for a picnic dinner with about sixty guests. Attendees included Flora Bunyan from North Vernon Ollie Sloan from Farrington Nellie Sloan of Steubenville and many relatives such as Ritter Ator Zed Ator Herald Orlo Gilbert Donard Irene Charles Lilly Richard Earl Ator Clyde Beverage Hanly Ator William Howard Curtis Shellman Paul Charlotte Hawk Homer Storey Clarence Howard Smith Garnet Kling enberg Howard Foster Eva Cowan Benson Ruth Lizzie and others.

Flora Bunyan North Vernon Ind Ollie Sloan Farrington Nellie Sloan Steubenville Ritter Ator Zed Ator Herald Herman Ator Orlo Gilbert Donard Irene Charles Lilly Richard Earl Ator Homer Sinclear Eva Cowan John Cowan Benson Lizzie Ruth

Insurance Agent Found in Box Car in Pennsylvania

J Howard George an insurance agent who vanished Monday was found in a box car in Indiana Pa He was said to be in a hospital in that town and in poor condition details of his experiences since Monday could not be learned as reported to relatives and Sheriff W T Allison.

Steubenville U.R J. Howard George Indiana Relael W. T. Allison George Pennsylvania

Committee Plans Primary Fight

A statewide campaign was announced by the primary referendum committee backing the proposed constitutional amendment to abolish the direct primary. Democrats and Republicans are to be invited to participate in the fight.

Columbus

Chesapeake and Hocking Valley plan connecting line

Articles of incorporation were issued for a $70,000 Chesapeake and Hocking Valley company to build a 63 mile connecting line between the Chesapeake and Ohio and Hocking Valley railroads from Gregg Bik county to Valley Crossing Lin county.

Columbus State Department Chespeake and Hocking Valley Company Chesapeake and Ohio Hocking Valley Gregg Bik County Valley Crossing Lin County

Senator Burke challenges petition circulators for primary abolition

Cleveland report notes Senator J. F. Burke of Elyria challenged the names of petition circulators seeking to abolish the state primary in a letter to Charles L. Knight dated Sept 29. The action raises questions about the validity of the petition drive in Ohio.

Cleveland J. F. Burke Elyria Charles L. Knight

Dare's Mentha Pep sin Elixir Endorsed by Thousands

Distress after eating, heaviness, gas, or sour stomach calmed by one tablespoonful of this elixir. Thousands attest to its power against stomach upset and gastritis, promising renewed health. If it fails to help, Cline Pharmacy Co. or any druggist will refund the purchase price.

Cline Pharmacy Co

Committees Named by Glouster P T A for Year

Glouster Sept 30 Committees appointed by the Glouster Parent-Teacher association for the year list Program Superintendent Dillon Gladys Danford Mary Smith Mrs Vera Kinney Rachel Murray Ways and Means Mrs Harry Cheney Mrs James Vaughn Mrs Leo White Mrs Mary Welshh Mrs Hugh Gormley Mrs C A Bingman Mrs C E Sellars Mrs William Wolf Publicity Grace Addis and Louella Vaughan Membership Mrs Harry Hann Mrs Tom Brown Mrs Harry Williams Mrs John Clark Jr Mrs Phil Kittle Mrs Wesley Love Mrs John Crawford Jr Mrs Frank Dantford Mrs Ethel Riley Mrs Viney Mrs Dick Jones Mrs C L Eddy Mrs Carl McLain

Glouster Glouster Parent-Teacher Association Dillon Gladys Danford Mary Smith Vera Kinney Rachel Murray Ways and Means Harry Cheney James Vaughn Leo White Mary Welshh Hugh Gormley C. A. Bingman C. E. Sellars William Wolf Grace Addis Louella Vaughan Harry Hann Tom Brown Harry Williams John Clark, Jr Phil Kittle Wesley Love John Crawford, Jr Frank Dantford Ethel Riley Viney Dick Jones C. L.eddy Carl McLain

Ley Named General Agent for Buckeye Mutual Health

L W Ley is appointed general agent for Buckeye Mutual Health association in Glouster and will base in the city. The Columbus company issues accident and health certificates for business men and women only.

Glouster L. W. Ley Buckeye Mutual Health Association of Columbus

Loyal Circle to Meet Glouster

The Loyal Circle of the Church of Christ meets this evening at the home of Miss Helen Crawford on Republic Avenue.

Glouster Loyal Circle The Church of Christ Helen Crawford Republic Avenue

Mail advertising lists updated at Glouster post office

Glouster residents using direct mail advertising can have their local mailing lists corrected free of charge at the Glouster post office to bring the lists up to date.

Glouster

Reverend Roberts Sermon in Bishopville Tonight

The Rev. Roberts of the Church of Christ will preach in Bishopville at 7 30 this evening. The message is expected to draw local parishioners and neighbors to the evening service.

Glouster Roberts Church of Christ Bishopville

Move Here Glouster Promotes Local Market Proprietor

T T Wollett, owner of the Cash and Carry market, has moved from Murray City to Glouster and is now occupying the Davis property on Braun Street with Mrs Wollett. A Tuesday birthday party at Ed Vernons honored Ruth Vernon on her seventh birthday with guests including Freda Kempton Cecelia Mandrel Theresa Heck and others.

Glouster T. T. Wollett Cash and Carry Market Murray City Mrs. Wollett Davis Braun Street Ed Vernon Ruth Freda Jane Kempton Cecelia Mandrel Theresa Heck Dorothy Davis Jack Noon Stella Mateskella Vivian Hallam Jimmie Mandrel Sylvia Kempton John Edward Huffman Dorothy Mingus von Allen Jansen Bobbie Vernon Vernon

Widow Allie Fulton Dies After Long Illness

Mrs Allie Fulton 75 widow of William M Fulton died at 430 PM yesterday at her son Fred Fulton 70 East Mulberry St Athens funeral Thursday 10 AM at Clarks Chapel burial in church cemetery She spent most of life in Lodi township and suffered rheumatism for 42 years becoming chair invalid last 11 years Survived by son Harmon Fulton Simpson Louisiana and half sister Mrs Lettie Leach Lewisburg.

Allie Fulton William M. Fulton Fred Fulton East Mulberry Street Clark's Chapel Athens Harmon Fulton Simpson Lettie Leach Lewisburg

Is Life Worth Living According To Trust Instinct

A philosophical note argues life is worth living for all, from failures to the lonely, urging endurance and hope. It addresses Wanderer’s question about suicide, asserting courage comes with time and life’s value persists despite suffering. Copyright 1926 Premier Syndicate, Inc.

Wanderer Elsie Premier Syndicate, Inc

Government Reports Highlight Revenues and Prohibition Progress

Fiscal year 1926 revenue from mahjong sets totaled 6827 dollars, down from 20220.14 dollars in 1925. Justice Department notes 44022 federal convictions, the year’s high since prohibition began. A veteran received a platinum jaw hinge to aid chewing after facial injury. German film industry eyes 218 productions for the upcoming season, focusing on patriotic themes.

Bureau of Internal Revenue Department of Justice

Adlerika touted to relieve gas and stomach bloating

Mrs B Brinkley reports both she and her husband were relieved from gas after one dose of Adlerika. The ad claims the product ends bloating and chronic constipation and promotes elimination, printed by Gibbons Pharmacy.

Festival of Chamber Music Set for October at Library of Congress

The Library of Congress music division announces a three day festival on October 7 to 9 to showcase the division’s varied musical literature and collections to professionals, students, critics, and the public.Reports say US foreign relations are good and aviation work progresses well as indicators from official spokesmen in Washington. Daris, Paris, and other French cities show urban population growth since 1921, 1925, with notable rural-to-city migration.

Washington Division of Music Library of Congress France Chester Lloyd Jones Department of Commerce Daris John S. Herr Manheim Cooectans Bradfield Regulator Co Atlanta

Doctor Jacksons Digestive Powder Ad Promises Relief

An ad touts Doctor Jacksons Digestive Powder as a guaranteed remedy for indigestion gas sourness bloating headaches breath odor and heart pressure. E K Davis shares a letter claiming strong relief after one box and promises money back if not satisfied. Available in 6 or 1.00 boxes from druggists.

E. K. Davis Doctor Jackson

Marriage License Issued in Probate Court

Samuel Aptacker 26 of Columbus a freight handler and Josephine Snodgrass 21 of Athens were issued a marriage license in Probate Court yesterday. The couple is listed as the son of Mr and Mrs Hy man Aptacker and the daughter of Mr and Mrs D Snodgrass.

Samuel Aptacker Columbus Hyman Aptacker Josephine Snodgrass Athens D. Snodgrass

Logan Briefs Highlight Local Visits and News

Mrs F Showers of Toledo is in Logan visiting friends and staying with Mrs Byron Moorehead. The junior order and the Daughters of America plan a basket picnic on October date with a car waiting at the junior hall. Announcement of a newborn son born Tuesday to Mr and Mrs Clarence Ford. Mrs H Bh May of New Mata moras visits daughter Mrs Robert C Work and family this week.

F. Showers Toledo Logan Byron Moorehead Order of United American Mechanics the Daughters of America Clarence Ford H. Bh. May New Matamoras Robert C

Parents Beat Cupid Deal In Race To Marry

Frederick Grater age 20 failed in a suit to force his parents to consent to his marriage. The case highlights parental authority in marital unions and the court ruling.

Deal Eng Frederick Grater

Bettern style sleeve and skirt design for moire and crepe

An effective Bettern design features a shapely sleeve and a becoming skirt suitable for moire, taffeta, crepe or jersey. It offers 7 sizes with bust measurements 34 to 46 inches and requires 6 yards of 40 inch material plus 3-8 yard contrasting trim for a 40 inch size. Pattern mailed for 16 cents in stamps.

Toole Undergoes Cataract Removal in Columbus Hospital

Logan Sept 80 Miss Frances Toole rest room matron underwent a cataract operation on her left eye at a Columbus hospital. The procedure was performed by Dr Timberman.

Logan Mise Frances Toole Columbus Timberman

County High School Paper Published

The Rockbridge high school publishes a county wide news weekly under principal Will C. Merritt. It reaches local merchants as an advertising medium and has grown since its revival last year.

Logan Radio Senger Bureau Rockbridge High School Will C. Merritt

Bremen oil field to host large Bremen delegation

Bremen cashier of the First National Bank reports a large Bremen delegation is expected to attend the oil producers' meeting here in October. Bremen has long been a center of oil development with many producing wells owned by several large companies in the field.

Bremen Stutford First National Bank of Bremen Brem

Alarming Increase of Goitre Among School Children

Logan reports a rise in goitre among school children based on physical exams led by Dr. Benjamin S. Stephenson county health commissioner. Cases vary from early to advanced. lack of a city health nurse hinders follow up, urging parents to seek care from family physicians.

Logan Benjamin 8. Stephenson Inse Stepheson

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McVay Ator Retta Ator Pratts Fork Dare Ask Cline Pharmacy Co Magic City Lodge Maryland Fatres Transfer Company Cumberland Eldon Faires Ambrose Bartels Trimble Township Democratic Central Democratic Committee Board of Election Rooms Elsie Crowell Vicks Veteran's Bureau Germany Douglas Miller Berlin Messenger N. Y. Man Cupid Baby Gomes Lash Lash's Drug Store Esmond Chatham Rollins Eshiba Country Club Stewarts County Chauncey Jersey Tion Woodworth
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