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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1919

Page

6

Thousands Proclaim The Merits Pe Ru Na Letters From Readers

Letters from readers praise Pe Ru Na for chronic catarrh stomach and bowel relief deafness liver trouble coughs colds and rheumatism One signer calls it the best medicine for general health and urges keeping a bottle on hand available in tablet or liquid form.

Martha C. Dale Nm. del Pena D. Bayer Glendale Oregon Kate Marquis Middleburg Ohio J. H. Ee Wesson Atlanta Georgia Leona Dodd Medon Tennessee

Home Made Remedy For Catarrh And Colds

Thousands are using a simple home remedy for catarrh and colds. Mix three drams of menthol arnee with oz water, gargle the throat, and snuff or spray into the nostrils twice daily. Keeps nasal passage and throat clean to hinder flu germs and other germs.

Dentrifice Proposes Ideal Hygiene Ties per Army Surgeons

A proposed dentrifice system reflects dental surgeons of the United States Army endorsing specific tie-ins to dental hygiene. The plan aims to standardize practices across military clinics and improve oral health outcomes for service members.

United States Army

Bio-feren Tablets Claim Quick Relief for Nervous Fatigue

A testimonial from Joseph E. Webb of Muncie Indiana praises Bio-seven as a fast and affordable remedy for nervous and run down conditions. The notice instructs dosing of seven tablets daily for seven days then tapering, and promises a full refund if health does not improve. Drugstores in the city stock or can order the tablets.

Joseph E. Webb Muncie Indiana

Athena's bold plan to win Jim at a masked ball

In a lively scene, Athena schemes to win Jim by shocking him into affection. She dresses him, parades him in a robe, wields a carving knife, and serves cocktails to spark laughter. The narrator notes Athena's fearlessness and predicts Jim may succumb, while she declares forty somethings know marriage.

Athena James Ann Jim Sir James

Dear Mrs. Thompson Advice Columns on Age and Suitors

A sequence of reader letters covers young relationships and age gaps. Topics include a tall vs short partner, dating a man in his thirties, a widow with a widower admirer, and a fourteen year old seeking a past acquaintance. The columnist advises on patience, skepticism, and age-appropriate choices.

Mrs. Thompson Frances

Dear Mrs Thompson Hand Care and Party Games Query

A reader asks Mrs Thompson for hand care tips forDirty greasy hands before work and for ideas on suitable party games. The letter mentions a husband who works at a round house and seeks advice on keeping hands smooth. The second note requests game ideas for a small informal gathering.

Mrs. Thompson Round House J. M

Mrs Thompson Seeks War Dept Help on Missing Husband

Melissa writes from an unnamed location asking the War Department in Washington DC for information about her husband who left camp on March 5 1919. She cannot determine if he deserted or was discharged and requests a reply with a stamped return envelope.

No More Catarrh Try Hyomei This Winter

For over twenty years thousands have breathed Hyomei to prevent catarrh coughs colds bronchitis sore throat and influenza. Breathe the pure antiseptic air daily to stay free all winter. McKee Drug Company and reliable druggists supply the Complete Hyomei Outfit with a lifetime inhaler and inexpensive refills. If not satisfied money back guarantee.

Hoomei

Do You Enjoy Your Meals

Reading claims of better digestion through moderated meals and thorough chewing after supper. It advises a five hour gap between meals and taking Cham berlain's Tablets to turn meals into a real pleasure.

Chamberlain

Dreco touted as curb for dizzy spells and nerve unrest

A Lima reader praises Dreco the new herbal tonic claiming it cured vertigo backache and nervous exhaustion. The letter describes dramatic improvements in sleep appetite and energy after using Dreco and urges others to learn of its benefits.

S. D Campbell N. Elizabeth St Lima Dreco Athens Cline

Public Forum Letter on Miners Wages and Automobiles

A reader criticizes Dr. Ellis for censuring miners wage strikes and lampoons his car use. The writer compares miners long commutes to affluent officials with private chauffeurs and argues workers earn fair pay only with full disclosure of low earnings. The letter defends Henry Ford style generosity and questions the fairness of reported $107 earnings in two weeks.

Ellis Ienry Ford Ife

Hypo Cod Claims Quick Relief for Nervous Ailments

John Compliman of Columbus Ohio credits Earle's Hypo Cod with ending four years of nervousness headaches and stomach gas that caused heart flutter and cramps. His wife endorses the remedy as well. The product is sold by McKee Drug Co and leading druggists at 1.30 with war tax.

John Campiliman Guilford Ave Columbus Ohio Earle Mr. Compliman McKee Drug Co

Miners Protest Transportation Costs and Wage Claims

The report argues against inflated wage claims by miners and critiques a claim that workers receive $200 a month. It notes transportation costs via traction and rail, the option of using autos, and compares wages to a teacher’s pay, urging caution in public statements. The piece ends with a warning about biased rhetoric from various groups and individuals.

Dayton Ellis Ohio University Franklin Cole Traction Company Ford

Night Work Aids Rails as South African Freight Car Lights Up

Railroad builders in South Africa enable nocturnal construction by installing an on board electric plant in a freight car and mounting search lights on projecting arms to illuminate work at night.

South Africa

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