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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1918
Page
2
Amsterdam reports German sources call American troops “Satans” after a skirmish near youth patrols. Three wounded Americans were brought in after nineteen hours of hiding in shell craters. A Dutch note mentions enlistment in the Engineers' Reserve Corps and local mining accidents in Palos and Jacksonville.
Washington reports July shipbuilding records with 123 vessels totaling 681,944 deadweight tons launched and 41 more delivering 235,025 deadweight tons. The July launchings surpass any prior year’s totals, establishing a new world record for American shipyards.
The Hibbard millinery sale ends in four days with discounts on hats and fashion headwear. Local shoppers are encouraged to visit the shop to take advantage of reduced prices before the sale closes.
Special Correspondence reports Corning’s water shortage draining the railroad pumping station. Engines arrive for water, with a potential water train from Chauncey if the drought persists. James McDonald, a 12 year old patient at Grant hospital Columbus, suffers from blood poisoning after a splinter wound, showing slow recovery though temp and appetite improve. right leg remains soft.
A tropical storm hit the Gulf Coast, killing one and injuring several while causing extensive property damage in Lake Charles. Dozens of buildings at Gerstner Field were reported wrecked and wind and rain hampered fire efforts as wire communications were demoralized.
An article argues bonds finance concrete roads, promising lower maintenance costs and broader benefits for farmers and motorists. It also reports social notes: visits, travels, and family updates across New Lexington, Laurenville, Athens, and surrounding towns. weather highs and lows. and soldiers overseas with local connections.
In 1917 about 430000 dollars were available for roads and trails within national forest boundaries from the ten per cent fund. Cooperative projects used funds from the forest service and local communities for improvements.
After rain, drag the road as soon as possible but only if the mud will not stick or ball up into pasty ridges when released toward the center. Delay if the mud is too wet or sticky to preserve a smooth surface.
The United States Bureau of Standards notes roads grow wider when moisture increases and shrink as moisture decreases, causing seasonal expansion and contraction in concrete road surfaces.
The notice urges exhibitors to enter at the Athena County Fair in August 2023. It emphasizes timely submission of entries and participation in the county events for a successful showing.
Cline announces a five cent payment for each small packer delivered to the plant for the remainder of the week. The notice is directed at the workers, urging participation.
An advertising claim for Neutrone Prescription 99 describes a liquid remedy that absorbs uric acid to reduce joint and muscle inflammation. It touts rapid relief from rheumatic pain, suggests effectiveness against impending attacks after a few doses, and lists prices of 50 cents and 1.00 with McKeelLyng Company and major druggists as sellers.
A business meeting of the Athens County Farm Bureau members is set for Saturday at 1 30 P M in the Court House. W W Brownfield an agricultural expert and former state agent will address the meeting. Officers and directors will be elected. Farmers are urged to attend and bring exhibits to the Athens County Fair on August 23.
Letters from Lawrence Conrath of Richland Avenue and Goldie Miller of Athens describe life in World War I. Lawrence, with the Rainbow Division, details marches, front lines and occasional gas scare, while noting furlough delays and camaraderie with Ohio soldiers. The second letter from France greets sister Goldie, mentions the French people and daily life, and asks about friends and family back home.
A letter from Pvt. William E. Burk of Battery F 322 F A N A in the American Expeditionary Force via New York asks for news and frequent writing. He mentions Clint, Goldie, a fountain pen, and fixing issues, plus asks about Lew Phillup and payment on return home.
Louisville reader Mrs I F Seibert testifies she suffered nervousness run down condition and back pains before using Vinci. After the second bottle she gained appetite and strength and feels well. Vinci ingredients said to build up weak systems and red blood.
Mr and Mrs F J Hooper and Gon8 Orland and Lew and Mr and Mrs Wilkin Allen of Bates traveled to J B Hooper’s near Columbus and stayed Saturday through Monday. Miss Edna Moore and Mrs Roy Moore visited Camp Sherman on Sunday. Frank Kenney and wife from Pleasant Valley spent weekend with G E B Tribe. Amos McClerg and family hosted his mother and brother from Portsmouth. F L Tom and son Derrell of Athens and Roy Hadford and son Harold visited Sunday.
Guests at the home of D. N. Higgins included Mr and Mrs John Wooley of Athens who were visitors at A A Niggemeyer on Sunday. Mr and Mrs C B Moore and daughter Bertha and Mr and Mrs Herbert Moore and son Allen traveled to Nelsonville on Sunday to call on friends and relatives.
Warning on shampoo ingredients. Recommends plain coconut oil as a safe, cheap alternative for cleaning hair. Describes method: dampen hair, apply about a teaspoon, rinse. claims oil leaves hair soft, fluffy, wavy and manageable while removing dust and dirt.
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