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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1920
Page
2
A simple dandruff cure claims dissolving flakes with four ounces of liquid argon applied at night to moisten and massage the scalp. Morning results vary but multiple applications are said to remove dandruff and stop itching, leaving hair smooth and shiny.
An old advertorial claims Othine double strength clears freckles and lightens skin. It promises guaranteed money back if it fails to remove blemishes and advises nightly and morning application. The text emphasizes dramatic results from minimal use and urges asking for the double strength product.
Marion Ohio August 13 Officers of the Ohio state Republican editorial association plan to meet Warren G Harding to discuss policy and deliver a brief address after lunch. Harding argues for a protective tariff to shield American producers from foreign competition citing California lemon and fruit industry concerns and the need to protect American markets.
John Hartman of Modoc pleaded guilty to operating a gambling place in Athens county and was fined 100 dollars plus costs after previously pleading not guilty. The case follows local complaints about gambling and drinking in the area amid reports of moonshine and stills in Athens Dover Trimble and York townships.
The second annual reunion and picnic of the Northern Ohio Hocking Valley Association at Springfield Lake Akron drew over 125 attendees from Cleveland Akron Painesville Kent Garretsville and nearby northern Ohio towns. Dinner at noon and a day of renewing old ties followed with the next meeting planned for the second Sunday in August 1921 at a later announced location.
W T Eubank of Richmond Virginia says Taniac cured years of catarrh and stomach distress improving appetite sleep and energy. He reports better breathing and full work capacity after weeks of use and lists Athens Athens Athens area pharmacies selling Taniac named in the notice.
Chicago Aug 13 Tightening of the American and National leagues races draws more attention than Babe Ruth’s batting. Cincinnati leads the senior circuit by half a game over Philadelphia with the Dodgers, Giants, and Pirates close behind. In the American league Buddings of Kid Gleason’s staff boost the White Sox to second. Cleveland holds a one game edge over Chicago and a half game on the Yankees, while St Louis trails.
A home made bug killer claim offers a quart of strong formula to kill bedbugs roaches and ants and their eggs. It promises non staining non burning effects and is marketed with a hospital size option and price through Owl Chemical Co Terre Haute Indiana. Sold at Cline's Pharmacy and other druggists with a devil head logo.
In a tense eleven inning clash the Reds defeated Boston 6 to 5 to move into first place. Wingo delivered a go ahead single and Groh doubled for the decisive run as the Reds rallied in extras.
In a tight baseball tilt at Jacksonville, Buchtel edged Athens 6 to 4 after tying the score in the fifth and ninth innings. Grover and Brooker keyed Buch’s rally while Barstow pitched strongly for Athens, with late defense sealing the win.
Governor Cox drafts two militant campaign speeches for Wheeling West Virginia to attack Republicans. He arrives in Columbus after Camp Perry stop and studies Senator Harding’s Ohio remarks for a sharp reply. Cox also urges ratification of the suffrage amendment sending a telegram to Governor Roberts as Tennessee agitation quickens possible legislative action.
Canada faces American protest over the eligibility of several boxers entered in the Olympic tournament amid allegations of professionalism. The American committee denied a protest against Earl Thompson and reported Swedes Italians and Americans trained at Antwerp as the opening games day program was outlined. The stadium closes for a dedication Saturday and the top nations lead the medal table.
An advertisement touts a system cleansing tonic as the only remedy to purify the blood, steady the nerves, and improve liver and kidney function rapidly, urging readers to try it for swift, thorough relief.
A reader asks about a twenty year old girl dating a twenty one year old with a possessive mother who blocks outings. Mrs Thompson cautions acceptance of excuses and urges consideration for the man’s mother while focusing on home duties and social balance. Another letter asks about persistent hair loss after illness and fever. The response dismisses an obvious quack Mange cure and advises consulting a druggist for a proper remedy.
A reader urges Mrs Thompson to publish advice for young wives about avoiding living with relatives and notes a column featuring a “pn” and addresses for several movie stars. The letters imply guidance on domestic etiquette and locating celebrity contact information.
At the Cox Roosevelt club gathering Democrats from Adams County discussed plans for the county asssembly day and listed nominees for county and state offices including Clerk of Courts E R McLain Sheriff J A McClanahan Treasurer Darrell Moore Recorder Arthur Walsh Diner William Andrews Prosecuting Attorney Don R McGill Surveyor A J Collins Commissioner W J Wright.
In 1888 W H Ireland of Louisville Kentucky recounts a severe cholera morbus attack. He paid a hotel porter fifty cents to buy Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy and took a double dose per directions. He slept and awoke well enough to travel.
Unsightly pimples and skin diseases are warned against relying on topicals alone. The text urges readers to seek blood-root remedies and to write to Swift Laboratory for complete treatment guidance.
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