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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1918

Page

4

Daily Messenger Athens Ohio Publication Details

The Athens Daily Messenger details delivery and mail rates with contact offices in Athens Ohio New York and Chicago. It notes pricing for subscriptions and obituary notices and lists staff titles including managing editor and foreign advertising manager.

Athr and Merala Printing Company W. Buse Bdaitor Ket Ploor Messenger Daily Messenger Postoffice Athens Ohio Audit Bureau Ohio Selectist Robert B. Ward Fabtern Fifth Ave New York Western Wabesh Ave Chicago

The Strongest Bond and the Need for English in America

An editorial emphasizes one nation and a common language as essential to national unity. It notes 10 percent of adults cannot read English, 18 percent of new citizens skip school, and 290000 drafted men could not read orders. It argues English education underpins Americanization and public opinion.

Galute America Lane

Not charity but a chance for the handicapped

GOOD WILL INDUSTRIES aims to shift aid from mere charity to occupation creation for the handicapped of all ages and backgrounds. The plan emphasizes self support, dignity, and self-respect through work, arguing that honest labor brings happiness and citizenship.

Speaking of Budgets and Moral Spending

A woman explains that budgeting is not virtue but a practical tool to prevent disorder and endless moral questions about every purchase. She spends a few evenings yearly to plan, allowing for emergencies, and tracks monthly expenses within a small tolerance.

Submarines as Civilized Tools and War Vessels

The article contemplates submarines evolving beyond naval warfare to serve as blocking forces, salvagers of wrecks in shallow waters, and even a means to reclaim cargo for rightful owners. It notes potential deadlocks, port blockades, and moral implications for crews, hinting at retaining the sub in future use.

English Channel North Sea

How to Cook Dried Fruit for Palatable Storage

Guidance on soaking and cooking dried fruits to restore texture and flavor. Soak three to forty eight hours in water, then cook with the soaking liquid. Scald promptly if fermentation appears and use high flavored fruits with more cooking water for best taste.

Creamed Fish With Peas on Potato Cakes and Cabbage Salad

Creamed fish with peas or carrots served over potato cakes made from mashed potato, lightly fried in fat, then topped with the creamed mixture. Cabbage salad blends shredded cabbage with celery and red pepper, dressed with mayonnaise, with chopped pimento and optional nuts.

New Patterns and Public Libraries in Gentle Anecdotes

A shopper seeks novelty in tablecloths with a clerk presenting new designs and a border centered pattern. Andrew Carnegie is praised for funding a handsome public library, while a town local humorously notes his wife cleans it though he lacks literary taste.

Andrew Carnegie Carnegie

Opinions on eight hour workday and wartime leadership

The New York World notes 3000 workers at a Brooklyn army base struck for eight hours. The New York Tribune praises General Leonard Wood for foresight in Plattsburg and for shaping the nation's wartime response amid criticism.

New York World Brooklyn Britain United States New York Tribune Leonard Wood Kansas Plattsburg

Marine Aide Seizes Role In Investigative Effort

A marine unit expands its duties to pursue investigations and support justice. Officials say the force could serve as an instrument of justice, enhancing accountability and law enforcement reach.

Greed as the Root of War and Disaster

The passage argues greed causes floods, fires, collapses, and war. It urges a fair disposal of German battleships as a peaceful compromise to avoid sinking ships, promoting restraint and cooperative possession over violent action.

Ohio War Casualty Lists Include 531 Names

War Department released casualty lists listing 531 Ohio names. Categories cover killed in action died of wounds died of disease and missing in action with soldiers from Cleveland Cincinnati Portsmouth and other towns. Marines casualties total 5185 with 2033 killed in action and 137 names in today's list including Elmer Woetzlow and Arthur Wilson.

Washington War Department Fred Dehler Cincinnati Leon Baetz Cleveland Harry Hoffman Sardina Louis Lisv David Sprowse Portsmouth William Leiser St. Henrys Ray Bronson Springfield Clarence E. White Fairfield Kilmer Jenkins London Otto Miller Marion Edward Stuber St. Marys Hellard Bodden Mt. Auburn Adam Hoover Crestline John Pavlik Oscar Love Proctorville Wastan Stainslekieskie Wickliffe Sam Wharton Fredericktown Dewitt Black Lancaster Fred Welch Albin Potslat Leonard Rice Porstmouth Clair Rifner Toledo Hiarry Stuckey Ney Clarence Worthington Thackery Ira Field Wellston Frank Herbert Columbus August Hobart Paul Katz Leonard Maloney Delphos Lewis Sowards McArthur Oliver Markle Quaker City Marines Corps Marine Corps Lovette Channel Paul Chandler Plain City Hug Farnsworth Edward Hamel Marcellus Schrock Euclid Leland Shaw Claude Stanton Kent Frank Wagner Malvern Guy Wilkinson Norwich Mike Grucela Akron

Ohio Casualty List Names 763 Wounded Soldiers

Sunday’s casualty list includes 763 slightly wounded men with Ohio entries led by Colonel William M. Myers of Cincinnati and Lieuts Wilbur Collier Kitts Hills Merton Higbie Toledo Clarence Myers Georgetown and Leo Trainer Fayette among others from cities such as Hamilton Hillsboro Youngstown Fremont Columbus and Cincinnati. The roster lists ranks and hometowns including Walter Maley Salineville Russell Williams Portsmouth Cornelius English New Matamoras George Caylor Fremont and several more across the state.

Fremont Clarence Reed West Leipsic Edward Smith Youngstown Leon Wetshoff Cincinnati Howard Dickman Charles Flagg Portsmouth Odilo Green John Palmer Steubenville Thomas Pask Vicery George Richie Dayton Cecil Smith Elyria Ben Tiedman Akron Charles Bowman Joe Bylow Toledo Emmett Klein Nevarre William Kramer William Nelson Massilon Lee Schuler Marion Emil Sokla Cleveland Albert Tanner West Austinburg Jack Clay Henry Bischoff Holgate Joe Wendel Ft. Recovery Lee Sanford Carl Keeler Galion Carl Cooke Rockford Oscar Harris Troy Hrales Dunn Lockland Vincent DeNapoli Kenneth Coller Bowling Green

Everyday Etiquette Advice From The Etiquette Column

A column on manners advises saleswomen to treat all customers with equal courtesy regardless of spending. It notes introductions should honor the gentleman first, and mentions a tenth anniversary and suitable tin gift items for a wedding.

Mabel S G. B

Christmas gatherings and mishap in Trimble area

Mr. Car Cole and sister Hazel visit Trimble relatives while several locals attend family gatherings in Athens and Bethany. Dalton Robinson suffers a head injury when a barn door falls on him requiring eight stitches.

Car Cole Hazel Trimble C. W. Burton Myrtle Calvert Bessie Robinson Roea Calvert Dalton Robinson Athens Bruce Robinson Myrle Coolville Luta Caldwell Ohio University Alex Caldwell Guy Secoy Chauncey Hannah Chalfant Garret Camp Sherman Leslie Petty Bethany J. S. Gaston L. A. Townsend Beulah Lee Gaston Max Chapman Blaine Chapman Mr. Ston IL. A. Townsend Amos —Noend

Zionist Claims to Autonomy at World Peace Conference

Zionist leaders plan to present right to organize an autonomous Jewish government in the Holy Land at the world peace conference. British officials reportedly sanction the move and a Zionist bureau will open in Paris to relay news to leaders across countries.

London United Press Holy Land Great Britain Paris

Ivy Benefits Walls by Drawing Moisture, Experts Say

European tests show ivy helps historic stone walls by drawing excess moisture away, potentially stabilizing aged structures. Researchers note the plant's root systems and leaf cover reduce water accumulation that can cause deterioration.

Europe

Germany to halt ammunition manufacture this December

A German press report reaching the state department said ammunition production in Germany will stop by December 51. Only those firms unable to suspend work without significantly increasing unemployment are still making ammunition.

Washington Gereman State Department Germany

Christmas rush boosts Federal Express business, notes officer

The piece reports a stronger Christmas period for Federal Express compared with last year and cites Agent Woodworth on the improved handling. It notes prior holidays were at least one fourth lower due to present limited business. It also mentions a new resuscitating device with a rubber suction cone for chest manipulation by novices.

Federal Express Company Woodworth

Musterole advertised relief for neuralgia and pains

An old Musterole ad touts fast relief from neuralgia and head pains using mustard oil and plaster. It claims doctors and nurses recommend it for sore throat bronchitis croup stiff neck asthma and rheumatic pains with simple application to temples neck and chest. It mentions 0 50 cent and 2 50 hospital size jars.

Boost Your Health With Bio-seven for Nervous Women

A sensational health claim promises quick vigor for weak nervous women using Bio-seven. The ad asserts two weeks to stronger nerves, vivid eyes, clear skin, and buoyant health with a seven day starter followed by continued use. It cites a listed formula and urges purchase at any drugstore with a money back if results are not felt.

Bio-seven

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