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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1919
Page
6
Nellie B. Ittingham of Baltimore Maryland says five bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her after years of organic trouble nervousness and headaches with payoffs from avoiding an operation. The ad urges other women to consider the remedy before undergoing surgery.
An advocacy note urges consumers to buy un Bayer packages marked with the Bayer Cross. It claims Bayer Tablets of Aspirin safely relieve toothache earache and colds. It mentions a handy tin of 12 tablets and larger packs at drug stores with Bayer trademark details.
New remedy promises removal of freckles with Othine double strength. Apply night and morning, expect lightening of spots, with money back guarantee if results are not seen. Often one ounce suffices to clear the skin.
A home made skin preparation blends lemon juice with Orchard White in a small bottle. The ad urges massaging the mixture into face neck and arms daily to reduce sunburn windburn and tan and improve skin clarity and softness.
July 31 D. O. John Bargo aged 50 asked police not to pursue an investigation or autopsy regarding his death by his own actions. He left a note requesting cremation and disposal of his ashes in the wind. Police searched for his body but faced resistance to inquiry as they pursued legal procedures.
An immigrant speaks to a companion about hunger, poverty, and the harsh realities faced by working families. She contrasts her hard life in Russia with the comfort of a better life in America, condemning empty sympathy and calling for real help and collective action. The monologue leads toward a vow to fight for others’ chances instead of personal advancement.
A reader asks how to win back a former girlfriend and whether to write first after a breakup. Mrs Thompson advises the boy to write, identify a proper closing, and avoid lingering resentment. Other letters seek guidance on wife husband dynamics and practical cleaning and repair tips for household items.
Pattern for gingham chambrey lawn percale repp poplin galatea drill and linen. Cut in four sizes 2 3 4 and 5 years. Size 4 uses 2% yards of 44 inch material. Pattern mailed to any address on receipt of 10c silver or lec and 2c stamps.
A Dupuyer Montana hotel man recounts four years ago using Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy with wonderful results and says he has since recommended it to others. He stresses its known merits and usefulness for digestive distress.
On August 1 the city hall announced a new minimum wage of 3 dollars per day for municipal workers earning under that amount. About 500 laborers including street sweepers will see their pay rise from 2.50 to 3.00 daily to help offset the high cost of living.
The Buckeye State Building and Loan Co announces 5 per cent certificates at 22 West Gay Street Columbus Ohio. It offers safe loans on homes and farms with demand withdrawal and six monthly interest checks. Assets exceed 17.3 million dollars.
The letter and editorial comment debate Sir Edward Carson’s role in Irish politics and American reactions. The Chicago Tribune and Hearst papers criticize Carson as provocative and harmful to any Irish settlement while defending U S sympathy for oppressed nations and urging Britain to mind its own business. The piece defends U S democratic rights and denounces anti Irish propaganda backed by Catholic Church rhetoric.
New York under club management announces the acquisition of Carl Mays from Boston in exchange for Mc Graw Russell and a large cash sum about 20000. The deal strengthens the Yankees pitching staff and aims to revive a pennant bid after a pitching slide. Mays will likely report to the Yankees immediately.
Oklahoma City unveils new mounted police troopers described as picked overseas men in brigadier generale style uniforms. They carry 45 caliber pistols, bayonets, a 10 gauge riotgun, and wear gumshoe gear for horses while performing patrol, militia, and detective duties under Mayor Walton.
A Kentucky man touts a cheap home treatment for hay fever using Mentholized Arcine. He says taking a pint of water with one ounce of Mentholized Arcine, gargling daily and using a snuff or spray conquers or greatly eases symptoms. He reports widespread success and offers it through a pharmacist.
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