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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1919
Page
4
An editorial denounces Socialists and Anarchists who left for Bolshevik Russia as mislabeling themselves as American political refugees. It argues the U S tradition protects genuine political refugees, notes these figures are not American citizens, and accuses them of betraying American hospitality by seeking to undermine the country.
The National Association for the Protection of American Rights in Mexico reports 651 Americans killed in Mexico since November 20, 1910, with 428 civilians and 123 soldiers. It notes 383 deaths under Carranza versus fewer under Madero and Huerta, urging a tougher U.S. policy before the 1920 elections.
An editorial argues that fat does not equal health and that being under the normal weight is safer. It cites medical opinion and a Scottish Life Assurance Company table of 18 000 insured men showing heavier weight links to shorter life expectancy, endorsing broader weight training for middle aged and older people.
A poem laments heavy snow blankets everywhere and the lack of coal and fire. The speaker imagines coal or wood bringing warmth, while residents freeze, craving fuel and light as wind and snow persist. The piece blends humor and hardship, noting the irony of plentiful snow yet scarce burning material.
A montage of light vignettes from family life and humor. A boy Joseph asks for gum after donating to the poor box, a gas remark prompts a witty exchange about economy and pressure, and a quip from a physician on aging follows a playful punchline about trying a discovery on oneself.
The piece explores how people build mental fences around ideas and prejudices, then defend them when faced with contrary evidence. It uses examples from socialism and Theodore Roosevelt to show how personal preferences skew judgments and asks if criticism stems from fair thinking or self protective fences.
Practical menu items include Goulash-Brown with macaroni and onion, baked to finish, plus a jelled tomato salad in tomato molds with lemon, sugar, gelatin, and celery garnish. Cranberry conserve blends cranberries with orange rind pulp raisins and nuts for a sweet preserve.
A collection of rice recipes including Escalloped Cabbage and Rice Oil, Turkish Rice with tomato juice and almonds, Spanish Rice with ham and parsley, Italian Rice with tomatoes and cheese, and a note on inexpensive desserts. Also suggests repurposing leftover rice by molding and frying slices like pancakes.
The piece argues that treaty deadlock blame rests solely with the White House and automatic senators, not with Lodge and allies. It rejects a fifty fifty share and rejects pacifist claims of joint guilt, emphasizing a single accountable source.
A humorist cautions a young professional about borrowing jokes. An old-timer recalls a friend who stole a joke from a religious paper and faced lasting regret, noting doctors often seem too young to be seen as erudite.
A home made remedy marketed as a quick, cheap cure for a stubborn cough. Claims rapid relief with simple ingredients and easy preparation. No verified medical endorsement cited.
A home made cough syrup claims relief for chest cold and bronchial symptoms with Pinex mixed in sugar syrup or alternatives. The article then explains the 1910 census process with punching cards, counting machines, and how census results influence representation and public policy.
A government notice explains the decennial census of the United States beginning January 2, 1920. Enumerators will visit every home with schedules to collect data on age birthplace immigration language farm details and farm operations including ownership mortgage land acreage and crop data for 1919.
An advertisement claims stomach liver and bowels misfunction cause skin eruptions and blotches. It urges taking Nitelets, a vegetable laxative, to relieve constipation and indigestion and improve the skin. Price 10c and 25c.
The Salem Sunday school reports strong turnout with a large crowd. Preaching is set for next Sunday at the usual hour. Sick list includes Mrs Wm Malone Mrs Cynthia Smith and Cyrena Burt. Local notes mention visits and a death in West Virginia.
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