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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
6
Sally and Dr Will face orders to ship back to the United States as war efforts shift to base hospital work. The scene shifts from bereaved wards to a hopeful return, with a marching chorus of returning troops signaling new peace-time duties ahead.
A worried reader asks Mrs. Thompson if long separation and infrequent letters mean her husband is unfaithful. The adviser urges faith, noting busy heat may reduce letter writing and suggests accepting his absence as normal for a loving marriage.
A mother worries about her daughter marrying a soldier with limited means before the war ends. Advice suggests delaying marriage until the man can provide a home and offering consent after the conflict, while maintaining support for the girl. Another reader asks about a young man who may still be in town and how to verify his status, with guidance to call the hotel to confirm if a man by that name is registered.
An advertisement touts Tiz as a universal foot remedy that draws out poisonous exudations, relieves pain in coins callouses and bunions, and leaves feet comfortable. A 25 cent box is marketed as yearlong relief from sore tired feet.
A collage of social notes lists visits and guests in Athens and surrounding areas. It records relatives in Columbus and Athens, travelers from Nelsonville and Coolville, and multiple church and community events. Mentioned are Miss Fivn Norris, John Wesit in France, the Winner Brothers wheat and oats yields, and a Red Cross chicken supper.
Mrs Edna Thompson of Athens spent last week with her mother in Guysville, bringing a note of family visit and hometown ties as reported by the Messenger Special correspondence.
Obituary for Tyre Denley Meek of Norcatur born August 25 1853 in Ohio. He married Lydia Miller on March 15 1874 and had six children. A respected businessman active in the Methodist Church Workman's Lodge and Odd Fellows he suffered a decline after a buggy accident in 1912 and died Monday August 12 with family faith and acceptance.
Fuel administration officials estimate that about 8 million gallons of gasoline will be saved each Sunday by refraining from motor vehicle use. About 3.8 million cars, 200,000 trucks exempt, were considered in the calculation averaging two gallons per car. The plan was delayed by auto owner inquiries seeking details on the Sunday lay up.
The Ohio War Board outlines how to request military information. Red Cross Home Service offers steps for insurance claims through the Bureau of War Risk Insurance and for inquiries about soldiers via the Bureau of Communication in Washington. Include full soldier details and contact Governor Cox if no response is received.
An antiseptic refreshing toothpaste promises a pleasant aftertaste and enamel friendly cleansing. The product line includes over one hundred Red C Remedies and Toilet Preparations sold and guaranteed by The Hickman Pharmacy in Nelsonville.
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