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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1920

Page

6

Tenino Beauty Teases Affordable Hair Tint Powder

A brief ad note promises a simple hair tinting solution with options for natural black shades and easy application. Poses a quick, low effort cosmetic upgrade for Tress styling.

Ely's Cream Offers Quick Relief for Cold and Catarrh

A vintage advertisement promises instant relief from nasal congestion showers of fluids and headaches by applying Ely's Cream to the nostrils. The antiseptic formula claims to soothe swollen mucous membranes and clear air passages for easier breathing.

Ely

Billy Whiskers and the Circus Lasso

Billy the goat is lassoed by a circus man and dragged to town, where he is tethered inside a big tent. Nanny goats cries as Billy is separated from her and starts life among cages, elephants, and camels. tomorrow he is promised new friends.

Billy Nanny Ranny

Work and motherhood clash in Athena and Ann dialogue

In a dialog from Hammond's Corners Athena argues women can balance career and child rearing. Ann weighs poverty and fear with Athena urging practical time management, natural care, and belief that work can coexist with motherhood. The piece ends unresolved with a tease of continuation.

Dear Mrs. Thompson A sober faced girl asks about love

An eighteen year old describes herself as sober and attractive yet unseen by suitors. A columnist suggests seeking frank feedback from a close friend to learn what men find interesting. Beauty alone is not enough, and she should engage over shared interests while avoiding excessive giggling.

Mrs. Thompson

Dear Mrs Thompson how to handle a confusing romance note

A 22 year old woman writes unsure about a brief courtship with a 25 year old man who paid a Christmas gift and kissed her good night but then vanished. She asks whether to write or call to learn the cause and how to proceed after the dissolution of the relationship.

Mrs. Thompson

Unreadable Missive Advises Returning Christmas Gift

A fragment urges acceptance of a boy’s indifference and to avoid writing. It suggests returning a jewelry gift if Christmas present, framing the act as explanation for his absence and to spare others hurt.

Dear Mrs Thompson and Teen Advice on a Jealous Suitor

A sixteen year old sophomore seeks help with a persistent young man who calls weekly to ask to attend church. The suggestion is for a parent to answer and for the teen to clearly state disinterest. Also a hair care note warns that ratting hair with a comb damages it and ear puffs are discussed.

Mrs. Thompson

Personal Reply Impossible Without Sender Details

A note warns that a personal reply cannot be sent because the envelope lacked a signature and return address, making a future personal response impossible. The message emphasizes the need for proper identification before any direct communication.

Peterson's Ointment Promoted as Cure All Remedy

An advertisement touts Peterson's Ointment as a reliable cure for old sores ulcers eczema burns and itching piles. It cites customer testimonials from Wm J Nichols Major Charles Whitney and J Weiss and claims money back if not best ever used. Sold by druggists with orders filled by Peterson Ointment Inc Buffalo NY.

Peterson Wm. J. Nichols Whistler Street Rochester N. Y Buffalo Charles E. Whitney Vineyard Haven Mass J. Weiss Cuylerville N.Y Peterson Ointment , Inc Buffalo, N. Y

Milks Emulsion touted as cure for wasting diseases

Personal testimonial from Arthur Coleman of Helena Ark describes a six month dry cough night sweats and weight loss. He credits Milks Emulsion with restoring appetite strength and flesh after costly prior treatment. The ad promises palatable emulsion aids digestion and offers a six bottle guarantee with refund if unsatisfied.

Arthur Coleman Helena Ark Terre Haute Ind Cline Pharmacy Co Athens L. J. Eberle Nelsonville

Local Notes From Fairview and Nearby Areas

Mrs. Cora Russell returns from Belpre after a week with son Stanley Russell. Mrs. William Lightner called to Clarksburg for ill son Nutter Lightner. Miss Evalena Clark visits Dave Russell. Mr and Mrs Alex Justice hosted a dancing gathering Saturday night. Mrs. Nancy Cole of Sand Hill visits sister Ellen Cole. IF W Barnhart visits sister Mrs Eugene Linton of Frost. Martha Cole on sick list. Mrs. Nancy Clark returns from Belpre after a week. Merle Johnson finds work in Athens. Mr. Arthur Cole trips to Athens for business. Mrs. A. A Cole visits Mrs. Foster. Mrs. Charles Cole visits father Elijah Dunlavey. Mr. Ira Burke of New England spends Sunday with sister Emma Cole.

Cora Russell Belpre Stanley Russell William Lightner Clarksburg Nutter Lightner Evalena Clark Dave Russell Alex Justice Nancy Cole Sand Hill Ellen Cole IF. W. Barnhart Eugene Linton Frost Martha Cole Nancy Clark Merle Johnson Athens Arthur Cole A. A. Cole S’. Foster Charles Cole Elijah Dunlavey Ira Burke New England Emma Cole

Home remedy to treat catarrh and deafness head noises

A home treatment claims to relieve catarrhal deafness and head noises using Parmint mixed with hot water and sugar. The formula advises taking one tablespoon four times daily to reduce ear inflammation and equalize ear pressure, potentially restoring hearing in many cases.

Hooper Ridge Social Notices Highlight Kasler Gatherings

Hazel Linscott and Vera Kasler visited the Linscott home Saturday and Sunday. Extended family groups joined Mr. and Mrs. Dan Kasler, G W Linscott, W V Kasler, Clyde Kasler, Pearl Keirns, Sarah Keirns, and Harlan Linscott. A Hooper Ridge schoolhouse entertainment and hot dog supper was planned for February 14.

Hazel Linscott Vera Kasler I. J. Linscott Arda Kasler Harvey Kasler Dan Kasler G. W. Linscott W. V. Kasler Clyde Kasler Pearl Keirns Sarah Keirns Harlan Linscott Hooper Ridge Don Harry Linscott Stacy Sayers Morris of Trimble Harmon Kasler

Wood can Reinforce Concrete Like Iron Under Certain Conditions

The article notes that wood can function as reinforcement in concrete when specific conditions are met. It discusses material behavior, potential benefits, and limitations of using wood in place of iron for structural support.

Local Family Illnesses and Social Updates

Mr and Mrs Wesley Hawk were called to his father's home due to his parents illness. Mrs Charley Stewart is poorly at this writing. There was no school for a few days last week because our teacher Mrs Garrett was ill. Mrs Henry Locke and daughter of Chauncey visited Monday. Mrs John Robinson was shopping in Athens last week. Alf Carr and children are having the flu. Morrison Carr is on the sick list. Mr and Mrs W A Garden and children have been poorly recently. The children of Mr and Mrs John Grim have the measles. Little Peter Fisher is on the sick list. Mrs George Johnson has been visiting her parents in Wellsville recently.

Hammond Athena Ann Wesley Hawk Hawk Charley Stewart Garrett Henry Locke Chauncey John Robinson Athens Alf Carr Morrison Carr W. A. Garden Cek John Grim Peter Fisher George Johnson Welllstoh

A Neat Dress Pattern 3096 for Girls Ages 4 to 10

Pattern 3096 for a neat school or home dress shown on a pretty model. Four sizes 4 6 8 10 years suited for serge plaid velvet silk voile repp poplin linen gingham. Size 10 requires 314 yards of 36 inch material. Pattern mailed to any address on receipt of 10c in silver or stamps.

Circle Hill News of Local Illness and Visits

Miss Ruth Bobblet confined to home with sprained ankle. Miss Ollie Garlinger ill with grippe. Mr and Mrs Lew Prindle attended funeral of their sister in law Monday. Rise Thomas home from Columbus hospital and recovering. Mathew Claus recovering enough to go out. Bobbler visited Nelsonville Tuesday. Mrs Frank Kidd of Hocking visited her mother here last week. Mrs James Johnson recovered from flu. William Johnson and wife visited their mother here on Sunday.

Ruth Bobblet Ollie Garlinger Lew Prindle Rise Thomas Columbus Mathew Claus Bobbler Nelsonville Frank Kidd Hocking James Johnson William Johnson

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