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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1921
Page
2
An advertisement proclaims 5 8 8 S S as a deep blood remedy for rheumatism. It argues surface treatments fail, claims the drug penetrates the blood supply, and touts over fifty years of use with hopeful results. It urges immediate use of the remedy.
The article argues Rheumatism stems from deep causes under the skin and cannot be cured by liniments or locally applied remedies. It contends such treatments only offer temporary relief and urges addressing the root cause to banish the disease for good.
Youngstown expert Joe Mitchell says marry young but not too young. She favors ages 21 to 25 and notes many youthful marriages are happier and more lasting than those of older couples. She cites experience from hundreds of domestic relations cases.
An article discusses how women from all classes overwork themselves leading to nervous prostration sleeplessness backaches and other ills. It promotes Lydia B. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as an efficient restorative and standard remedy for women's ailments nationwide.
The text expresses relief at removing tiny germs linked to rheumatism from the hp ga, claiming the person is finally freed from the disease’s shackles and ending with personal delight.
An advertisement from the 88 Swift Laboratory in Atlanta Georgia directed to Chief Medical Advisor. It invites readers to consult the department for literature based medical guidance and full advice about a personal case.
Reports say a secret Sinn Fein munitions factory at Ballycotton Bay was destroyed when a farm house exploded. A separate incident in Innishannon prompted government reprisal and heightened fears as troops were ambushed later, causing residents to flee Mourne Abbot.
We thank neighbors and friends for deeds of kindness after the death of our beloved mother Mrs. Lydia Howard Jones. Special thanks to Rev Storer for comforting words, the singers, Messrs White and Dowler for attention, and all who contributed floral offerings. The Children.
An ad promotes Grove's Laxative Bromo Quinine Nine Tablets claiming to relieve headaches by curing colds. Describes the product as a tonic laxative and cold destroyer with the Keauine signature of F. Wy. Grove. Ad urges to ensure you get Brom o. Price 30 cents.
Miss Bertha Finney a 16 year old from Muncie Indiana died from burns after she set fire to her bed to escape a juvenile detention home in Columbus Ohio. Police say she admitted starting the fire to spur an escape and she had been set to marry Kirby Griffith of Columbus on Thursday. The body will be taken to Muncie for burial.
The Ohio University girls present the Revue of Revues in Ewing Hall auditorium on Monday evening February 21. Posters advertise the event with colorful futurist design. Proceeds fund visits by successful women to speak and hold conferences with students on vocations.
New York officials require travelers arriving from offshore and yesterday’s steamer Canopic to pass strict typhus screening. Health stations now operate at all railroad terminals and coastwise piers to inspect entrants.
Report notes the Afghan ruler possesses fifty eight automobiles and does not walk, relying on vehicles for mobility. The unusual detail highlights opulence and centralized authority in the monarchy era.
Parliament debated disarmament and German reparations as Prime Minister Lloyd George noted Ireland's improved situation. He said crown forces have the upper hand and recruits are being offered in Ireland, while denying a Cork business district burning report and noting disciplinary actions among troops.
An advertisement urges readers to use Pepto Mangan to build rich red blood and improve immunity. It claims pale tiredness stems from poor blood quality and promotes tablets or liquid with the brand Gude's on the package.
A vintage ad touts Father John’s Medicine as boosting energy to resist cold and grip germs. It claims a gentle laxative effect to cleanse impurities and guarantees no alcohol or dangerous drugs, boasting 65 years in use.
Three demonstration meetings conducted by the Athens county farm bureau women showcased a simple dress form method led by Eloise Davison of Ohio State University's home economics department. Attendees from Amesville Canaanville and near Athens expressed strong enthusiasm and support for repeating the demonstrations under the farm bureau's ten dollar membership plan.
Wee Hing was arrested for possessing a concoction with a whiskey odor claimed as a medicine by the Chinese man. Police found lizards in the receptacle and charged him with medicinal preparation. He was convicted and fined $50 and received his medicine back.
The Manchester Guardian editorial says the Kaiser Wilhelm threat is a historical echo, not a current danger. It argues the voice from the past is familiar yet vain, a mere whisper in a large, contemptuous world.
Members of a nine person citizens tax committee appointed by Governor Davis met in Columbus after a conference with the governor to outline a new taxation program. The report notes gallstones occur most frequently in advanced life.
Catalog note lists blue overalls valued at 2.25 and union-alls in khaki priced at 4.50, with a sale price of 1.25 for blue pieces and 2.95 for the khaki items, indicating promotional discounts.
Early today police fired a machine gun at three burglars in northeast Cleveland. Bullets peppered several houses but caused no reported injuries as officers battled the intrusion and pursued the suspects.
Athens residents report stunning evenings with sunsets painting the Hocking River in molten gold. At about five, the sun sinks, sending red and orange hues across the sky while trees along the valley glow with fiery outlines.
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