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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1919
Page
4
Reads like a midcentury menu and recipe digest listing breakfast to dessert items and several home cooking steps. Includes directions for egg dumplings in broth and a Macedonia salad using leftover vegetables, plus Hamburg Cakes with Tomato Sauce Dutch Apple Pudding and other homey dishes with simple preparation notes.
Essex County trades council with 45000 workers vows to resist prohibition enforcement even to the point of a general strike New York labor leaders weigh similar action Movement also threatens mining fields Coal cars bear No beer no coal buttons Liberty Buttons spread widely The origin of the movement remains unclear but breweries denied involvement The piece argues federal prohibition will endure despite such protests and notes most workpeople already live beerless under dry votes
The piece reflects on ongoing sacrifice after armistice as Liberty Bond drives, War Savings Stamps, and Red Cross efforts remain visible. It recalls veterans like Sam Smith and urges continued support and national duty through the Fifth Liberty Loan.
The federal suffrage amendment failed again in the United States Senate by one vote. Sixty five senators voted yes and 29 voted no, with critics in each state holding the dissenting 29 to account. Public support remains strong, and next Congress is likely to push ratification within two to three years.
Paris reports say the United States may assume responsibility for Mexico under the peace conference system for colonies. Supporters cite Monroe Doctrine and proximity, while Wilson seeks Latin American trust. Berlin and German influence referenced with calls for restraint and order.
A nervous old beau seeks a unique costume for a French students masquerade ball. The costumer suggests sugaring his bald head to imitate a pill, a playful nod to his gleaming scalp.
A questions and answers discussion notes eligibility for Ohio general assembly under different constitutions. It covers when counties gained representation, who may be elected, age and taxpayer requirements, and whether the legislature can alter senatorial or congressional district boundaries. It highlights a 1903 single amendment and the Longworth Act.
The New York World depicts Congress as a idle chair sitting figure under the title The Great National Loafer. It labels Democratic lawmakers as obstructive while noting idle talk and public debates on alcohol content. The piece mocks partisan bickering and cites soda and soup as examples of frivolous behavior.
Washington reports 2335 casualties with 1023 wounded slightly 254 severely and 9 died of disease. Southern Ohio names include Ray Broadwater and Walter Dement among the wounded and George Guy among the severely wounded. Wheat priced at 1.75 but fixed at 2.20 amid labor costs. Grange rally week set for February 22 to boost farmer organization and prices.
A Messenger editorial reflects on the Grangers, their history and influence, noting the broader trend of organization among farmers and labor. It recalls government price fixing during World War I and calls attention to public discussion of agricultural interests and policy.
An advertisement extols red blood as life sustaining, claiming pure blood delays ageing and improves vigor. It promotes Phosphated Iron in capsule form as prescribed by doctors, warns against substitutions, and lists McKee Drug Co. and major druggists as sources.
Miss Emma Wyatt and others from Wyatt Creek visit Athens and Amesville. Edna Wyatt injures a wheel mishap on Green's Hill while en route to school. Sunday school attendance reaches 24 at Sumner Wyatts. upcoming meeting shifts to Jacob McDaniels due to health. Neighbors, events, and family updates detailed with names and places throughout the week.
The British steamer Kwarra reported in distress southwest of the Scilly Islands has arrived safely off the Irish coast. She suffered steering gear damage in rough weather.
Refugees from Moscow report a failed assassination attempt on Premier Lenine. The Stockholm correspondent of The Morning Post says Lenine escaped unharmed while his chauffeur was seriously wounded. The attackers were executed, the dispatch states.
Health ad promoting Bioferen as a tonic to rebuild strength after influenza. It claims to increase energy, endurance, and brain function with ingredients like lecithin iron gentian and gentian. two tablets after meals and one at bedtime are advised until full recovery. Manufacturer offers money-back guarantee through pharmacists.
About twenty five hundred union men and families in Lancaster decide not to ride Conestoga Traction Co street cars after three union motormen are discharged.
An archaic health blurb touts Haarlem Oil as a remedy to boost kidney function and “throw off poisons” to reverse aging. Itclaims new life and size increase with continued treatment and promotes false restoration of kidneys to normal performance.
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