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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1921
Page
6
In a rural tale, Billy Whiskers and Frisky the horse discuss fleeing with Violet’s rides as they head toward distant mountains. They plot a weeklong mountain foray with foraging and apple stealing, planning to return with a joyful surprise to Violet. The scene shifts to Fern and Gwenda's farewell as a continuation awaits.
Governor Davis said he has not decided definite cabinet posts yet but expects announcements within the week. He cited early selections to allow appointees to familiarize themselves with duties and ready changes when the legislature reconvenes after the current session. Committees will advance the biennial appropriation and taxation bills ahead of an anticipated sine die adjournment before May 1.
Article argues for a comprehensive assimilation policy rather than barriers. It cites European trends, potential labor needs, and the U S economic debt owed to immigrants. Proposes immigration treaties, four bills in Congress, and a national banking and labor-cooperation framework to guide admission, settlement, and integration.
Central Ohio reports significant fruit and crop damage after a sharp temperature drop. Officials believe the damage stems from the unseasonably cold weather experienced in Columbus and surrounding areas.
Foreign exchange markets opened firmer with the pound and several currencies rising. Sterling gained while francs lire and other European units posted fractional advances as dealers noted firmer buying interest. Canadian dollars and kronen showed modest strength on the session.
Fern and Gwenda busily craft the wedding gown amid a crowded studio packed with visitors and packages. They laugh over fittings and hats as Fern frets at the fuss, while Gwenda shares wedding tales and views about conventional friends and the artist Fedya’s quiet longing for a traditional home.
An old advertisement touts Gude's Pepto Mangan as a spring blood tonic to cure poor appetite and dull complexions. It claims the remedy boosts red blood cells, increases oxygen delivery, improves color and energy, and aids resistance to disease. available in tablet or liquid form through druggists.
Stark Canton Ohio reports a sharp weekend freeze left peaches and cherries frozen black across Stark county. Ice up to an inch thick formed on ponds this morning as cold conditions persisted from Saturday and Sunday.
Abraham Goldberg faced five assailants in a failed robbery attempt. He apologized to police as three fled the scene. The remaining two attackers are believed to survive but altered by the encounter.
An ad from McKee Drug Co. claims that anxious, fatigued individuals will regain vitality after a short course of Bitro-Phosphate. The firm guarantees results.
Clara Smith Hamon publicly repented and confessed faith at First Christian Church Ardmore Oklahoma. Pastor Crayton Brooks baptized her along with several immediate relatives on the same day in a ceremony reported by The Lookout.
In a reader Q A, a wife asks whether to leave her loveless marriage or stay for children and duty. The advisor argues environment shapes right and wrong, favors separation if no children, warns about the husband's hurt, and suggests caution if children exist. A mother worries about a daughter dating a disreputable dancer and staying firm against social pressure.
A letter from a broken hearted mother urges guidance as she frets over her daughter’s relationship with a man she considers improper. The adviser urges acceptance as the daughter is of age, suggests allowing visits at home, and encourages understanding the daughter’s viewpoint to regain trust.
Wartime savings lessons let manufacturers produce Dreco without alcohol yet keep full medicinal quality. A customer testimonial from Walter Edmond praises relief from constipation, gas, backache, and sleeplessness after using Dreco. Dreco’s twelve herbal ingredients target stomach liver kidneys bowels and blood. Clines Pharmacy Co in Athens introduces Dreco, now sold by all druggists.
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