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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1919
Page
4
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William Hard argues the Senate, drawn by broad policy questions, will treat the peace treaty as it did the $100 million food bill. He notes lengthy debate, many columns in the Congressional Record, and widespread concerns on wages, Bolshevism, and wartime aims before ratification.
Reports say the Bolsheviks retain brutality but shift tactics as former managers are invited back to run factories and railroads. The army is larger and officers return to authority while Lenin’s government grows stronger, puzzling Allied peace negotiations.
A dramatic wartime column critiques German rhetoric on disgrace and honor, arguing Germans aim to justify crimes through moral obliquity while pursuing material glory. It notes mass deportations of aliens, the Kaiser’s lost notes, and mockery of Soviet governance amid political chaos.
A collection of kitchen guidance detailing baked soy bean and creamed lima bean dishes with bacon and molasses, kidney bean loaf with cheese, tomato sauce, corn and tomato soup, baked bean casserole, and simple lettuce and celery salads. Includes soaking times, layering steps, and baking directions.
A shy hostess tries to pair a guest with a wealthy widow seen as a snagged prize. A clever friend reveals himself. a luncheon tale swaps ice cream for a mouthful. A senator jokes on a war profiteer. A Red Cross bridge hand ends with two low diamonds.
The article questions governor power to adjourn the legislature and whether an appropriation bill can originate in the Senate. It reviews Ohio’s first constitution, court structure, terms, salaries, and errors in capital crime handling, noting modern changes and state juries. It ends with a comment on New Jersey opposing prohibition and apple-jack.
Three divorce decrees were granted by Judge Worstell on Thursday and four other divorces were set for hearing. Charlies McDaniel and Anna McDaniel were granted a divorce, Josephine Smith and William P. Smith, with custody of their child, were granted divorce, and Robert Hawk and Bernice Hawk also obtained a divorce.
Torch revival meetings continue at the Torch M E church. Annie Scott of Belpre attends the funeral of Mrs W H Baker. Mrs E H Wilson of Willard arrives to run her Torch store. Irma and Howard Webster visited Nelsonville last week. Sidney Postle and family visit Torch friends. Henry Barnett family recovering from flu. Harold Brewster returns from Columbus barracks. Torch Model tribute for schoolmate Donald Bingman who died at Coolville from flu.
An old health column urges drinking a glass of very hot water with limestone phosphate each morning. It argues internal cleansing will flush the stomach, liver, kidneys, and bowels, banish toxins, and cure various ailments, touting the practice as superior to external cleansing.
Miss Iva Robinson of Glouster visited her parents. Miss Addie Beckett left for Jerseyville. Vivian Ogg of Athens visited grandparents Mr and Mrs N H Colvin. Mrs Olive Morrison visited Mr Copeland. Mrs Lorence Brawley came from Athens to spend a few days with her mother. Mr Andrews of Amesville spent the weekend with granddaughter Mrs Maude Brawley. Mr George Ogg attended Sunday school at Wyatt Run. Mr M Jacobs of Benwood West Virginia was called here by illness of his wife and son who have the flu.
Mr Paul Jeffers traveled to Millfield to spend Sunday with his ill sister Mrs Florence McMullan. Mr Herbert Downey from Athens State Hospital visited Mr John Douglas. Curtis Daily visited Saturday with Mr and Mrs Paul Jeffers. Mrs John Douglas cared for Faye Pierce who is ill with flu. Miss Gertrude and John Jeffers visited Miss Anna Douglas. Miss Carrie Evans who aided Mrs Roy Reading has returned home.
In Coolville on February 13, Mrs. S M Lant was surprised by the local M E church ladies aid group who gathered at her home with good wishes and a large vase of flowers. The attendees celebrated her eighty five years with cheer and bright greetings for many returns of the day.
Mrs Clyde K Dean is ill at home with congestion of the lungs. Two other family members Mrs C E Starkey and the Dean daughter also suffer influenza.
In Amsterdam near Steubenville Ohio a cockfight allegedly paid out fifty thousand dollars to winners. About six hundred chicken fanciers and cooks from Toledo Akron Columbia and Wheeling attended the event with Amsterdam birds competing.
Rheumatism affects all ages and sexes. In cold damp weather pores close, kidneys strain to remove uric acid, and the blood accumulates impurities causing joint pain. A week of four tablespoons of Jad Salts daily in water is suggested to purge uric acid and aid kidney function.
The ad touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a calomel substitute that gently stimulates bowel and liver function. No harsh purging, just a mild vegetable laxative aid claimed to restore regularity with one or two tablets at bedtime.
Catarrh is a constitutional disease not cured by local applications. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally, affecting the blood and mucous surfaces. Described by a leading physician, it blends tonics and purifiers to treat catarrh. Testimonials offered free. J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. All druggists. Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
An advertisement touts Bio-feren as a tonic to restore strength after influenza. It cites ingredients like lecithin, iron, manganese, and genilan, claiming improved appetite, vigor, and endurance. Instructions urge two tablets after meals and one at night, with a money refund if dissatisfied.
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