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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1921

Page

6

Evansville Woman Praises Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy

A Evansville woman, aged eighteen, reports relief from irregular periods and back pain after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She describes severe cramps, drowsiness, and fatigue before treatment and urges others with similar symptoms to try the product.

Evansville Ind E. Pinkham Sone Stet Linx- Wiler Second St Miss Linxwiler Lydia

Billy Whiskers Race at the Fair

Violet cheers as Billy and Nannie lead a lively fair race scene featuring goats, a burro, a Shetland pony, and racing dogs. Sambo and Cricket interact with the crowd while tension rises from a dog fight among greyhounds before the chase resumes. The scene ends amid a note about the Saalfield Publishing Co. ruins.

Fleet Papa Violet Cricket Mammy Sambo Billy Nannie Betty St. Ber

Better Than Calomel Edwards Olive Tablets

An advertising blurb touts Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild yet effective liver aid. The copy promises quick, noticeable effects and positions the product as a safer alternative to harsh laxatives.

Gwenda Solves Murder Scoop and Seeks Rest

Gwenda finishes a dramatic report on a drug gang connected murder, confirming the victim’s life and wife’s cousin ties. The chief praises her exclusive coverage, promises a raise, and urges a day off after a tense night of interviews and hospital checks.

Gwenda Fern Natalie St. Christopher's Hospital Tenth Street

Dear Mrs Thompson Advice Column On Family Abuse

A fifteen year old girl writes about severe parental abuse and being barred from activities. The advisor urges court action or confiding in a trusted adult, condemns cruelty, and calls for understanding, while urging growth and empathy rather than retreat. The writer Alma J asks about personal relationships and self image, and the advisor notes selfishness and stresses reading others, kindness, and genuine friendship.

Mrs. Thompson Shome

Strongs Nerves Promise From McKee Drug Co

Pure organic phosphate called Bitro-Phosphate is advertised as a nerve strengthener. The product is touted as a guaranteed aid to restore nerve force and energy for exhausted, tired people.

McKee Drug Co

State Civil Service Exams Fail in Most Counties

The state civil service board completed exams for foremen and patrolmen for state aid roads. In 25 counties no applicant passed. In Athens county H R Davenport of Murray City was successful in the last exam, and L Price of Logan passed in Hocking county.

State Civil Service Board Athens County H. R. Davenport Murray City L. @. Price Logan Hocking County

Teachers Missing in Winnetka Scandal Rumor

In Winnetka Illinois rumors claim five teachers are unavailable amid a dispute over teaching duties. C W Washburne, head of the schools, reportedly handles all classes as teachers supposedly skipped to alternate positions.

Winnetka Ill C. W. Washburne

Spring Fever and Blood Tonic Ad and Church Attendance Note

An and long ad offers Gude s Pepto Mangan as a spring blood tonic to lift drowsiness and restore color and vigor. It claims improved oxygen delivery and a few days to notice change, with tablet or liquid forms. The piece also reports a large First M E Sunday School attendance with 772 total, listing counts by class and donations and noting 29 children received into full membership at morning services.

Gude M. E Mr. Porter Miss South Dorothy Dent Willia van Dyke C. L. Strecker

Evangelist Hakim to Open Meetings in Hebbardsville

Word from Evangelist Albert C. Hakim says he will close his Harrisonville work Sunday April 17 and begin Hebbardsville meetings Monday April 18 at the Methodist church. Preparatory meetings are set for Wednesday at seven, with further sessions to follow. Presbyterians join Methodists Sunday afternoon for combined Sunday school and service as part of planning.

Hebbardsville, O Albert C. Hakin Harrisonville Hebbardsville Methodist Church Presbyterian Church

Sam Weinshenker Considers Punishment for Auto Thieves

Sam Weinshenker chairman of a legislative sub committee on auto thefts laments his own loss as he contemplates his proposed punishment. He leaves his office to find his car missing and declares Hang em as a reaction.

Sam Chicago Sam Weinshenker

Stillman alimony and fees delayed in White Plains court

In White Plains on April 4, counsel for James A. Stillman asked for a delay as Judge Morschauser appeared to sign an order increasing Mrs Anne Stillman’s temporary alimony to 90000 dollars annually and set counsel fees and expenses at 47500 dollars.

White Plains N. Y James A. Stillman Morschauser Anne Stillman

Popular One Piece Dress Pattern 3553 Sale

Pattern 3553 used for a kid dress available in four sizes 46 8 and 10 years A 4 year size needs 3 yards of 27 inch material Serge plaid gingham and more suit this model which makes a fine school dress Sleeve length options wrist or elbow Mail pattern illustration for 12 cents in stamps

WIFE SHOT BY HUSBAND THEN KILLS SELF IN QUARREL

Mrs Fanny Cloke 18 was recovering from a bullet wound in the left arm while funeral plans were made for her husband Charles Cloke an electrician who shot her and killed himself after she refused reconciliation in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Fanny Cloke Charles Cloke

Hungarian Man Seeks Divorce to Marry Granddaughter

Gabriel Grajezer 87, aged husband of an 86 year old, asked a Denver judge for divorce to wed his wife’s 19 year old granddaughter Lena Bertram. He offered $50 to Judge Moore, who refused the bribe and said decree would be considered without pay.

Denver Colo Gabriel Grajezer Lena Bertram Moore Gabriel

Cowboys Like Plage To Move About Freely

Texas and Kansas cowboys who delivered gift cows to Germany say they prefer returning to their own lands. They describe being hobbled by lectures and tours, noting Berlin lags behind Kansas City and Texas. They tease German routines but enjoy meals and dances, then head home with a wary view of Germany’s constraints on free movement.

Karl D. Groat Berlin Texas Kansas Germany Corral Kansas City Lone Star West

Giants Struck by Injuries as Young Joins Cripple List

Jackson Tenn April 4 Ross Young the latest Giants cripple to join the lineup with a bad knee from yesterday’s Memphis game. Goldie Rapp has returned to action and Dave Bancroft is nearing a return. The Giants open a series with Washington here today.

Jackson Tenn Ross Young New York Giants Memphis Goldie Rapp Dave Bancroft Giants Washington

Tanlac credited for splendid heart in Seattle man

T J Parker a Seattle clothing salesman reports Tanlac restored his appetite and strength after years of sickness. He describes severe bloating gas dizziness and fatigue prior to starting Tanlac and says his health improved with renewed energy and steadier sleep. He urges others to consider the medicine.

Strongnough T. J. Parker Gately’s Juneau St Seattle Wash Tanlac

Dreco Returns to Prewar Price Amid Spring Tonic Push

Dreco the long trusted remedy returns to prewar pricing as spring tonics appeal to many seeking to clear the system and tone organs. Mrs Alma Carlisle testifies Dreco cured pneumonia lingering weakness aiding sleep digestion and strength. Dreco builds up the whole body clears poisons and purifies the system aided by Clines Pharmacy with wide druggists carrying it.

Almira Carlisle Dreco Clines Pharmacy

Epsonade Salts taste good Epsom salts meet lemonade

A vintage notice promotes Epsonade Salts as real Epsom salts combined with fruit derivatives to taste like sparkling lemonade. It claims relief for biliousness headaches or constipation and warns against asking for tasteless salts.

American Epsom Association

Bronx Green House Seized for 200 Gallons of Distilled Liquor

New York report says Bronx police found 200 gallons of a highly illegal liquor in a green house. The discovery prompts a criminal investigation and potential charges against those involved.

Bronx Green House

By-the-Way Classified Ad Sparks Prices and Paint Sales

An odd By-the-Way ad urges persistent advertising to move goods. A dealer claims to have sold two hundred dollars worth of paints and oils in two days, while referencing a Sunday sermon on applying a rule to industry.

BE. D First Christian

Autoists Cited For Speeding On Suburban Roads

Cincinnati readers report a sunny Sunday with many motorists refuting limits. Addison area police issued 25 speeding tickets for surpassing 15 miles per hour as drivers sought the high spots in the suburb.

Cincinnati Addison

Caliz J W Rife Sells Farm Loan Firm For 106200

J W Rife sells a California farm loan company for 106200 dollars. The deal transfers ownership to a local buyer amid ongoing agricultural finance activity in the region.

Caliz J. W. Rife Sells Cval Company

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