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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1918
Page
12
Sally, a devoted caregiver, collapses under relentless work at the Shack. Dr Will orders rest and warns of burnout as Sally receives news that Monsieur Torrance has died. The scene ends with Sally distraught, awaiting further twist in the ward.
A young wife writes of a failing marriage with a unfaithful husband who withholds money for their sick child. She asks about leaving and supporting herself as a dressmaker. The advisor urges separation and says divorce would be justified, with the law ensuring child support.
A fragmented advice column discusses teen relationships, hair care, and a girl aged eighteen in love with an older boy. It covers letting him go if happier elsewhere, dandruff remedies, scalp care, and uncertainty about a boyfriend’s interest after weeks without contact.
The Athens County Teachers Association distributed a four page leaflet to about three thousand teachers outlining the group's history and aims. It invites candidates Hatch and Thompson to address members on educational policy and discusses cooperation with boards of education to raise standards and economy in school administration. The association plans to seek clarity on a would be legislator’s school policy positions before the election.
The Red Sox win the pennant with a new manager, veterans, a slugging pitcher, and Babe Ruth’s power. May’s pitching, Hooper’s defense, and Sam Jones’s relief work helped lift Boston, overcoming uncertainty after Turlers departure and drafting efforts.
Miss Martha Crumley 19, first woman rural mail carrier out of Athens, begins Route No. 3 from Athens amid rough hills and rain. She is daughter of Prof J J Crumley, linked to the State Experiment Station at Wooster, and previously Ohio University student. Crumley earns 1512 dollars annually, must supply her own team and rig. The report also notes local obituaries, travel notes, and camp meeting telegrams.
Ohio residents rush to buy War Savings Stamps this week before a 20 cent rise per $100 takes effect after Saturday. August pricing shows $83.80 for 20 stamps, redeemable for $100 in 1923. after August, price becomes $84 and September will be $84 for the same limit purchase.
The Hockingport scene opened with a rangy meeting as Gov Cox failed to appear drawing no greeting. Evangelist Alley preached two fine sermons while his son provided inspiring singing. Mrs Kirkpatrick’s music pleased the crowd as Rit and Leslie Johnson of Columbus spoke well. Miss Grace Linton instructed the children with notable attention.
Mrs Bresnen of Poston received a letter from her son John in Co G 332 Inf France. He describes a clean country with stone houses and good roads, drilling to be a soldier, friendly French people, ample food and sleep, and stock including cows and hogs though few hogs. He asks for tobacco and a paper.
A druggist ad touts 20th Century Liniment for backache rheumatism lumbago neuralgia sciatica headaches and colds. It claims rapid relief with no burn or stain and lists camphor menthol iodine among ingredients. Money back guarantees after one week if not satisfied.
Ex Governor Willis is slated to speak on Everybody's Day at Coalville Camp Meeting. Gov Cox did not arrive initially raising questions, but Willis sent a telegram promising arrival Thursday morning. An auto parade will escort Willis from Coalville to the Camp Grounds, planned as Troy township's largest parade.
George Gilgannon age 14 son of Mr and Mrs J P Gilgannon Curran Drive suffered a dislocated joint and compound fracture of the right ankle Saturday afternoon when the grape vine swing broke and he fell about ten feet He is getting along as well as could be expected.
President Ellis spoke to Chapel students about war aims and a hopeful American spirit. He supported extending the draft age and compulsory military drill for 18 year olds. Ohio University faces instructor shortages as many staff join the war or government service and salaries lure teachers away.
A rare European war souvenir is in the Preston store window a fabric fragment from the wing of a German airplane sent by Pearl Porter of near Amesville now in France. The cloth shows camouflage marks used by airmen to hide in clouds and to surprise opponents.
For accurate adjustment the inventor of a new sending key for radio telegraphy has mounted the lower contact on a ball and socket joint.
The Ohio War Board urges households to follow the busy bee by turning fruits into syrups. Grapes, pears and apples yield high sugar content and can replace much sugar in cooking. Use on hot cakes, ginger bread, and puddings with cinnamon and butter for flavor.
Athens County Liquor Licensing Board reports an application by Duckworth and Thompson a liquor license holder at 85 W Washington St in sonville to relocate to 122 North Columbus St Nelsonville. The board notes testimony and signatures dated August 27 1918 with members Frank Lowther and William Sturgill.
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