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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1919
Page
6
The ad promotes Nedlin Soles offering better wear at similar prices across men women and children with many styles. It claims savings through needing fewer shoes and notes Nedlin Soles are scientifically designed for durability. Manufactured by The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. of Akron Ohio, they also offer Wingfoot Heels guaranteed to outwear rivals.
An odd OCR fragment notes Neolin Soles and Edwards Olive Tablets marketed as a remedy for bad breath and gentle effect on bowels. It mentions the tablets as a solution for halitosis and slight digestive ease.
A fragmentary ad style line promotes a corn removal product with claims of quick relief. The jumbled text references the product and mentions a smooth toe and irritation free result, though readability is limited.
Janet encounters Roy Nicoll on a moonlit drive and faces unexpected coercion. A man she knows reveals a pitying confession of loneliness before seizing her wrists and kissing her, leaving Janet stunned as the car speeds away. The scene ends with a note that the story continues.
A reader asks if she may break an engagement to a first fiancé while loving a second man. The column advises breaking an engagement only if real love is lacking and urges delaying marriage until she is older and certain of lasting happiness.
A married woman seeks guidance on handling a jealous husband. The advisor urges independence, suggests she attend church if she believes it right, stay silent under criticism, and notes his jealousy may ease if she remains firm about her choices offered by prudent action.
A reader asks how to enhance learning beyond night classes. The reply suggests books that significantly aid education, and advises consulting a librarian or high school principal to tailor guidance to age prior schooling and interests.
A reader asks about dating marines younger by two to three years while she is twenty four. The adviser says it is fine to date younger men but urges fairness and warns against exploiting younger partners who may develop stronger feelings.
A letter from Brunetta asks about a soldier friend in France who has not written for about three months. The reply cautions not to judge his feelings by no letters, notes that letters may miscarry, and urges care for others and inner character over outward beauty.
Dear Mrs Thompson answers two questions about teen etiquette. It says a girl may shake hands when saying goodnight with a young man and that it is more cordial to do so. If invited for ice cream she should respond with a polite preference stating either yes I would like ice cream or no I would rather not this time.
The text notes that artichokes sprout freely along the Mediterranean's African shore. It highlights natural spread of the plant in coastal regions and implies widespread growth without cultivation.
An old health column endorses using four ounces of rad Salts daily to flush kidneys after meat consumption. It claims the remedy neutralizes acids, relieves dull kidney pain, helps with nighttime urination, and prevents bladder irritation, touting Jad Salts as an inexpensive, harmless effervescent drink.
Washington February 12 tribute was paid to National Guardsmen by Representative McKenzie Illinois member of the house military committee when the army bill came before the house McKenzie said the citizen soldiers had made good and pressed a large appropriation for the Guard in committee
A traditional cough remedy uses Pinex two percent solution mixed with a pint of plain granulated sugar syrup or alternatives like molasses honey or corn syrup. The preparation claims quick relief by loosening phlegm soothing throat membranes and easing chest congestion, with reference to Pinex as Norway pine extract from The Pinex Co. in Ft Wayne Indiana.
Monroe Michigan February date reports a rising feud between Mayor Southworth and state police after a letter to Lansing seeking defeat of a 750000 state police appropriation. The mayor accuses police of tolerating booze shipments through Monroe while searching innocents. Colonel Vandercock defends the force, pledging to clean up house runners. State dry law fines totaling 42239.21 through January 1 1919 are deposited with the county treasurer, mostly from November.
Four defendants indicted by the grand jury pleaded not guilty at arraignment in common pleas court. Duncan McDermott, a teen, was bond set at 600 dollars with attorney appointed. Clarence Gibson faced two charges with 300 dollar bonds each and trials scheduled February 26. Ralph Wolfe pled not guilty for assault and battery with trial February 28. Myrtle McNutt failed to appear. attorney said she will plead not guilty and trial set for February 25.
The American Railway Express employees in Nelsonville and Athens held a Better Service Meeting to launch a nationwide educational campaign begun February 10. It targets 135,000 workers and all shippers to improve packing and marking and reduce lost or damaged packages. Better packing and marking will be stressed to curb wasted time and money.
Berlin dispatch to Tidende reports a Bucharest demonstration against King Ferdinand was halted by troops as crowds demanded a republic and revolutionary proletariat. Strikes spread across Romania, crippling transportation and signaling growing unrest.
Washington February 13 Major General Crowder was renominated by President Wilson as judge advocate general with the rank of Major General for four years beginning February 16.
Port Huron police seized 81 barrels of cider on a dry law charge alleging the beverage failed to pass muster. The action reflects enforcement efforts under prohibition rules.
Chicago officials discussed sending a monkey to amuse patients at the state asylum for the insane, with the unusual proposal raising questions about welfare and appropriate treatment.
Ralph De Palma established a new world record for one mile from a flying start on Daytona Beach. He completed the distance in 24.02 seconds, averaging 149.78 miles per hour, breaking Bob Burman’s 1911 mark of 25.40 seconds on the same course.
A traditional remedy claims four ounces of plain liquid arvon dissolves dandruff when applied at night. Rubbed into the scalp, it supposedly removes all flakes, stops itching, and leaves hair silky and soft.
Mrs. C. W. Gullette of Athens now in Circleville shares a Christmas afternoon visit to Allerey France where Private Cammeron C. Gullette describes bead crafted wreaths on graves. He notes concessions at the cemetery and recalls the touching personal inscriptions on wreaths from family and friends.
A. B. Garretson, head of the railway conductors brotherhood, told the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee that labor deserves a much larger share of the returns from labor. He urged wages be set by a balanced tribunal not dominated by any single interest, including officials.
Ymuiden has been selected as the site of the first rolling mill to be built in Holland, marking a milestone in industrial development for the region.
An advertisement promotes Zemo as a safe antiseptic liquid that stops itching and soothes skin irritation. It claims eczema, itch, pimples, and rashes improve, with overnight blemish fading. Prices listed: 35 cents and an extra large bottle for a dollar. Published by The E. W. Rage Co., Cleveland, Ohio.
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