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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1921

Page

6

Symptoms Women Dread Testimonial From Lydia Pinkham Product

Mrs. Harry A. Wilson of Clearfield Pennsylvania reports severe monthly pains fever dizziness and long periods but says Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored her strength and labor ability. She advises others to try the remedy noting it corrected underlying causes and eased backache displacement nervousness and the blues.

Lydia E. Pinkham Harry A. Wilson R. F.D Clearfield Wilson E. Pinkham Lydia Pinkham

Olive the substitute for calomel cited by physician

A fragment notes Dr Edwards a practicing physician promoting Olive as a substitute for calomel. It mentions constipation and a time frame “to i 7” and refers to calomel’s era, suggesting Olive as a modern alternative in medical practice.

Olive Edwards Calomel

Unclear Advertisement Fragment Sparks Patient Inquiry

A fragmented 19th century medical ad mentions mandrake and liver remedies, urging a trial tonight. It references Schenck and penny costs, hinting at a proprietary or patent medicine format.

Schenck

Birds Return to Old Nests Says University of Illinois

Urbana report outlines Professor Frank Smith's study on bird migration. Chimney swifts and catbirds repeatedly nested in same sites after winters in distant locations, with banded birds returning to original nests across years. Findings note variable return timing and occasional long-distance wintering.

Urbana Ill Frank Smith University of Illinois South America Smith Illinois Cleveland Ohio Thomasville Canada

British Experts Link Carbon Monoxide to Health Susceptibility

A group of British experts concludes that carbon monoxide present in automobile exhaust gases increases human susceptibility to adverse health effects. The finding emphasizes urban pollution risks and calls for further study and stricter emission controls.

Billy Whiskers Hosts Surprise Birthday Party

Billy and friends trail visitors to a house where Mr. West and guests celebrate with a surprise party. Music and dancing fill the room as baskets of goodies are shared, then Billy declares his own birthday and plans a barnyard celebration. The tale ends with Billy and Nanny vowing to continue the search for Billy Jr. tomorrow.

Billy Mr. West Bedlam Billy Whiskers Nanny Billy Junior

Gwenda Encounters John Neale In Paris Hotel Cafe

Gwenda, after interviewing in the city, finds John Neale at the Rotonde with a French girl. He greets her warmly and jokes about a long‑lost romance while admitting he has a girl he adores but cannot win. Gwenda recalls their past and reflects on heartache as she waits for dinner.

Gwenda John Neale John Paris Fedya London

Innocence in Letter Etiquette for a Sixteen-Year-Old

A girl asks if it is proper to write a boy who owes her a letter. The editor suggests patience until the prior note is answered and notes mail rarely goes missing, urging friendship as the sole bond until reciprocity occurs.

Mrs. Thompson

Advice to a sixteen year old on love and popularity

The reader is advised to forget unreciprocated love and avoid chasing attention. Focus on friendships, reading, and studies. At sixteen it is too young to date. remain patient, keep high ideals, and avoid loud behavior to attract boys. Over time mature interests may attract more suitable attention.

Mrs. Thompson

Should I Visit Him While Here

Vera says the man believes a false rumor and left. She advises not to visit him while in town and to forget him after he chose his friend’s word over hers. The speaker plans to visit her aunt and pass his father’s place.

Vera

Funeral Attendees and Local Visits Noted in Stewart Area

A list of local residents attending the funeral of Mrs. Raymond Cook in Stewart is given along with visits and social calls. Names include Hiram Burden from Reedsville, Lizzie Richardson from Columbus visiting farm matters, Isaac Grimes and son visiting Mrs. Philena Dunfee, Clayton Stone from Stewart, Elma Ladd of Centennial as dinner guest, Burg Dunfee visiting, HB Ladd visiting Coolville and attending Frank Griffin's funeral, D W Welch a Columbus visitor, and Pheebe Barrows with son Leslie in Coolville.

Raymond Cook Stewart Hiram Burden Reedsville Lizzie Richardson Columbus Isaac Grimes and Son Philena Dunfee Clayton Stone Elma Ladd Centennial C. W. Rowell Burg Dunfee Herman Frost HB. G. Ladd Coolville Frank Griffin D. W. Welch Pheebe Barrows Leslie

Navy announces exam for lieutenant junior grade civil engineer

The navy department announces an examination for appointment to lieutenant (junior grade) in the Civil Engineer Corps. U S Navy applications for the preliminary test of general fitness must be received by May 16 1921. Further details are available from the Examining Board Bureau of Yards and Docks Washington D C.

Chance For Navy Navy Department Civil Engineer Corp U. S. Navy Bureau of Yards and Docks U. S. Pe Department Washington, D

Teen girl drafts plea about exit from town romance

A seventeen year old girl writes to Mrs Thompson describing leaving with a young man and seeking guidance. The note indicates she lives in another town and is away from home, seeking help and direction.

Mrs. Thompson

Euphemia Caldwell obituary funeral tribute and faith

Euphemia Boyce Caldwell born July 22 1854 died April 14 1921. Wife of Alexander Caldwell mother of George W Caldwell Clara Caldwell Ormsby Marie Caldwell Burns and Dr J H Caldwell. She lived by faith prayer and service to others and faced illness with patience. Her influence remains a heavenly benediction as her family gathers to honor her memory.

Euphemia Boyce Caldwell Alexander Caldwell George W. Caldwell Clara Caldwell Ormsby Marie Caldwell Burns J. H. Caldwell Martha J. Boyce Donna Rae Ormsby

Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude to Doctor and Friends

The notice thanks Dr. Taylor the quartette and friends for their kind services and support.

Dr. Taylor

Flood Without Rain In Cincinnati Auto Crash

Two cars collided at Fourth street and Central avenue in Cincinnati causing one to strike a water plug and break it off. The crash flooded the street intersection and cellars of nearby businesses.

Cincinnati Fourth Street Central Avenue

Cincinnati to Observe Daylight Time Change

Cincinnati and nearby Kentucky border cities will advance clocks one hour at 2 a m tomorrow as daylight saving time goes into effect. Public officials urge residents to adjust schedules accordingly.

Cincinnati Kentucky

Treating 'Em Rough in Italy in Pavia

In Pavia Italy on April 22 socialist deputy Maffi resisted shouting Viva Italia. A mob of Fascists forced the moment and seized him. one member cut off his beard revealing his face before escorting him out of the city.

Pavia Italy Maffi Viva Italia

The Poppy Lady Brings Flowers from Flanders Field

The Poppy Lady Mme Anne Guerin visits America with silk poppies to unite America and France on Memorial Day. She founded the American and French Children’s League, aiding war orphans and widows in France and the United States. Poppies honor American dead in France and on American soil.

Flanders Field France America Filanders Field American Legion Mme Anne FB. Guerin

American chorus to headline Paris theatre future

Paris moves to host an all American musical comedy house at Theatre Apollo with performances to begin soon. management of Folie Bergeres and Winter Garden will run the venture. American chorus girls praised for collective dance unity, seen as superior to French peers.

Edwin W. Hullinger United Press Paris Folie Bergeres Winter Garden Theatre Apollo Rue Clichy Fauteuil

A Popular Style of Dress for the Growing Girl

Pattern 582 illustrated for four sizes 8 10 12 and 14 years. A 1 year size needs 4 yards of 36 inch material. Suitable for serge plaid or check patterns and also gingham chambray brey pongee taffeta percale lawn. Pattern mailed to any address on receipt of 12 cents in stamps.

Social Notes Highlight Local Visits and Guests

Sand Rock Isaac Cook of Chillicothe was guest of Charles Moore. Mrs Dora Robinson visits sister Mrs Isaac Price in Canaanville. Don Marquis and baby Lee spent Tuesday with Mr and Mrs Alex Smith on Music Run. Carlos Ogg and daughter Vivian of Nelsonville were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs N H Colvin. Thelma bby of Broadwell visited Miss Myrtle and Miss Louise Linscott over Sunday. Guy Van Dyke called on Mrs Maryeen New England Tuesday. Tim Huffman and son Bruce of Chesterhill visited Mrs Sarah Copeland Sunday. O O Bryson called on friends in Amesville Sunday. Myrtle Morris spent over Sunday with her parents on Hooper Ridge. F M McCune and wife spent…

Isaac Cook Chillicothe Charles Moore Dora Robinson Isaac Price Canaanville Don Marquis Lee Alex Smith Carlos Ogg Vivian Nelsonville N.H. Colvin Thelma Bby Broadwell Myrtle Louise Linscott Guy van Dyke Maryeen New England Tim Huffman Bruce Chesterhill Sarah Copeland O. O. Bryson Amesville Myrtle Morris Hooper Ridge F. M. McCune

Tornado Hits Bryan County Causing Large Property Damage

The April 22 tornado swept eastern and central Bryan County with extensive damage. Homes were unroofed and blown off foundations, wrecking buildings and inflicting an estimated 100000 dollars in damages. Residents in Durant reported the destruction and ongoing recovery efforts.

Durant Oklla Bryan County

Japan Eyes 1928 Finish for Moji Shimonoseki Tunnel

Japan expects to start constructing the long projected railway tunnel under the Moji Shimonoseki straits and aims to complete the project by 1928. The plan reflects ongoing efforts to expand transcontinental rail links.

Japan Moji-Shimonoseky Straits

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Dick Else Constipatio Dr. Edwards Anne H. Schenck & Gon. Phils. Adv Billy Whiskers, Jr Stubby Billy Jr Saalfield Publishing Co Akron, O Frost Brotherhood God Jesus Servant of God Alex. Caldwell and Family By Beck Anne E Guerin Yankee Chorus Messenger Marsh McCune Mrs. McCune Athens Harry Roberts Utley W. H. Robinson Dr. Pierce Buffalo N.Y Oregon Akron The Automotive Battery & Electric Co E. State ST Athens County
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