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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1923
Page
2
A new coach and staff member at Ohio University join the athletic department focusing on football and wrestling. The assistant coach, 27 years old and 192 pounds, brings a strong fitness emphasis and aims to boost field performance and training regimen.
The battle sees four French ships and Captain Blood’s buccaneers storming Boca Chica fort. The French commander M. de Rivarol abandons the assault, taking treasure and troops, leaving Blood to plan a reckoning. The inner harbor access remains contested as Cartagena braces for the next issue.
In a brief report, Cartagena capitulates under pressure as forces led by M. de Rivarol demand public assets and control. The city agrees to surrender property and become a French colony, with M. de Cussy appointed governor after entry on April 7.
An excerpt titled The Honor of M. de Rivaro describes events during a capitulation. The narrative focuses on chivalry, loyalty, and the actions of a noble figure named Rivaro amid tense negotiations and martial expectations.
An advertisement touts Musterole pure oil of mustard ointment as a blister free remedy for sore throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia headaches and body pains. It claims faster relief than mustard plasters with 35¢ and 65¢ jars and tubes.
Plainly write your name and address with 5 cents and send the slip to Chamberlain Medicine Co in Des Moines Iowa to receive a trial package of Chamberlains Cough Remedy along with Stomach and Liver Tablets and Salve. The offer claims relief for coughs croup bronchial flu and throat tickling complaints plus stomach pains biliousness and constipation and skin burns wounds and infections for only 6 cents. Do not miss it.
Brockton Massachusetts Joseph H Perry of Yarmouth was arraigned for non support of his wife. He told Judge Carroll that living with his wife was like living with a lioness or a she bear and that she threw flat irons at him. Perry was ordered to pay his wife 39 a week.
A fragmentary quotation contrasts faith and works citing James 2 14 and a saying by J Beaumont. It uses archaic phrasing to warn that belief alone cannot save without deeds united with faith. The text appeals to spiritual ascent and eternal rest through combined faith and works.
A committee of United States senators and representatives will greet American troops arriving from the Rhine. The troops are due to arrive in Savannah Georgia on the transport St Mihiel Wednesday.
Canton New York veteran William G. Seymour aged 77, Spanish American War veteran, must remain in Matteawan asylum as criminally insane for the murder of a friend who jostled him. Judge John C. Grapier denied further release petitions, citing lack of legal residence in Ogdensburg and noting the trust fund and pension could not be touched.
Article warns against over washing and harsh alkali in soaps. Recommends Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo as pure, greaseless, and effective for cleansing scalp and hair. Provides simple usage, benefits, and notes price and availability at pharmacies.
Elyria Ohio February 65 police raided box cars used by railroad workers constructing the three million dollar New York Central elevated line. Two whiskey stills hootch and mash were seized and Ivan Voynich was arrested on liquor law violations after nine others were taken in a public brawl while intoxicated.
Four miles south of Bucyrus a car stolen from Superintendent John Patterson’s public schools was found in a woods. Two suspects are jailed on charges of stealing the auto, breaking into the city barn for gasoline, and stealing candy and batteries from Weyler grocery. two other boys are under surveillance.
The coat design keeps a boy warm with a double breasted front and raglan sleeves. Materials such as serge cheriot and tweed may be used. Sized for 4 6 8 and 10 years with a 6 year version needing 21 3 yards of 64 inch fabric. Pattern mailed for 12 cents in stamps.
Dayton February. Lieutenants John McReady and Oakley G. Kelley of McCookfield plan a night flight circling from Wilbur Wright field aboard the army transport T-2. They aim to surpass the unofficial San Diego mark of about 35 hours using a polished craft with sleep couch and in-flight provisions.
London reports Lord Carnarvon plans to open the tomb’s third chamber in Egypt and film the unwrapping process. X ray photographs will show if the mummy remains undisturbed and reveal how royal burial wrappings and amulets were placed for protection.
Port Huron Michigan federal officers accuse Rev. Roland Crouch Free Methodist pastor of leading a smuggling gang. Crouch used clerical garb to move rum and moonshine across the Detroit River to and from Sarnia Ontario.
John H Brown of Cleveland Ohio reports Tanlac restored his health after loss of appetite digestion and constant aches. He says three bottles half the recommended treatment made him feel like a new man and he now urges others to try the medicine. Tanlac is sold by druggists nationwide with over 85 million bottles sold.
The St Helena Guardian notes islanders would welcome Irish rebels sent to St Helena if it aids local trade. They say rebels could live there without ending the island as a penal settlement, aiming to feed the hungry and clothe the destitute while boosting commerce.
The 42nd annual meeting of the County Commissioners Association of Ohio opens February 6 in Columbus at a Southern hotel. Noted speakers include W. A. Alsdorf, Charles H. Duncan, A. P. Sandles, Robert N. Waid, M. J. Lincoln, William J. Meyer, and Joseph P. W. Baggott.
A great demonstration against French seizure of the Ruhr was reported from Petrograd today. An appeal was issued to French workmen to resist the action of the government.
Isis Majesty the King of Siam has completed a Siamese translation of Romeo and Juliet to be staged in Bangkok. He previously translated The Merchant of Venice and As You Like It, both produced in Bangkok.
Dublin Feb 5 report claims nine irregulars condemned for immediate execution. Earlier two irregulars killed and seven wounded by a hidden mine near Newcestown. twelve irregulars arrested as unrest continues.
Delinquent lands in Athens County are listed with property descriptions, acreage, and penalties. The notice names townships such as Athens, Ames, Bern, Carthage, Glouster, and others, listing owners like Valentine Ahlbrand, David Carpenter, Cecil Gabriel, J E Robins, and many more, including city and school district parcels, with values and penalties. The notice states taxes due and that certified delinquents will be forwarded to the State Auditor on the second Tuesday in February 1923 unless paid.
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