Old Fashioned Tea For Constipation
A brief note claims an old fashioned tea aids constipation. It states the remedy is sold by all druggists and implies broad availability. The text uses faded promotional language typical of historical ads.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1919
Page
6
Coughs and Colds Relief Sold Widely
An old advertisement touts a cough and cold remedy marketed by druggists nationwide. The product, available in 60 cent and 1.20 dollar bottles, promises fast relief and is described as trusted by half the druggists who stock it.
Celery King Remedies Feverish Ailments
An advertisement touts Celery King as a pure vegetable tea remedy for constipation upset stomach coated tongue and headaches. It promises relief from feverish states with a simple palatable brew costing only a few cents per package and suitable for use when other remedies fail.
Masculine Entourage Spurs Janet to Rest at Hill Farms Inn
Janet Stedman departs with Walter’s blessing for two weeks of rest at Hill Farms Inn. Surrounded by luxury and carefree guests, she enjoys leisure while reflecting on her marriage and ambitions, as Walter returns to work and plays. The story suggests themes of gender roles and self renewal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Stedman
Janet
Walt
Hill Farms Inn
Stedmee
Janet Stedman
Count
Walter
Katie
Heart and Hom Problems
A reader asks if a boyfriend was right to anger over her talking to another boy. The reply says the boyfriend overreacted and that she should not apologize for actions that were not wrong, suggesting return of the ring and leaving the rest to him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
Dear Mrs Thompson Advice Column Seeks Conflict Resolution
A reader asks how to handle a husband’s infidelity and securing letters. Mrs Thompson advises separation and alimony as possible remedies and notes divorce may be unnecessary. A second reader asks about breaking off a correspondence with a suitor and whether non engagement dating is proper. guidance suggests a polite, firm explanation and confirms it is not proper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
Dear Mrs Thompson Advice in a teen romance dilemma
A young woman writes claiming she is eighteen and dated a twenty one year old for a year yet never allowed kissing until a recent parting moment. She says she does not love him and asks what to do next. The columnist advises maintaining previous boundaries and telling him not to kiss again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
Dear Mrs Thompson Advice Columns on Seating and Weddings
A reader asks if it is improper for a girl to sit between two men on the front seat and whether two couples should ride out at night. Mrs Thompson answers that sitting between two men is fine when the driver ensures no one is left alone. A bride asks who should marry her. the columnist says the bride should choose the minister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
Canteen Committee Plans Troop Train Servings
A Thursday meeting set definite plans for serving troop trains. Donations of candy apples sugar popcorn jelly and butter will be received daily at the district three’s room in the City Building from none to four. Cakes cookies and doughnuts are discontinued due to preservation issues. Each committee member is assigned a day weekly to manage serving with help from Ohio university dormitory girls and local school groups. A hospital train of ten coaches passed through Athens today at 3 40.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Three
Ohio University
John Hancock
Athens High School
C. M. Coad
Jennie O'Dell
T. R. Biddle
T. W. Craig
Gertrude Barth
Helen Allom
Emma Battin
Athens
Notice to Nervous Women Mrs Seibert Tells How You Can Over come Nervous Conditions
Louisville report of Mrs I F Seibert who suffered nervousness run down condition and loss of appetite. She credits Vinci with restoring her strength and appetite after using two bottles. The ad claims Vinci contains elements to rebuild a weakened system and improve blood and vigor. Also mentions McKee Drug Co and Saxol skin remedy with a guarantee.
City firemen's ball interrupted by theater district blaze
In New York last night Chief Kenton and Deputy Mainser, dressed in dress suits, attended a fire in the theater district at 11:30 pm. The alarm cut short the firemen's ball as they responded to the blaze. The gag line about an income tax as a price for peace and victory appears in the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Kenton
Thanking friends after loss of husband and father
Mrs. F. P. White and family express gratitude to friends and relatives for kindnesses and sympathy during illness and death. They thank for floral offerings and for those who furnished automobiles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. P. White
Perth Amboy Mayor Stops Shimmy Shivering Dancing
City officials in Perth Amboy New Jersey halted a popular dance event after Mayor Dorsey interrupted several performances on the prance floors last night citing disorderly conduct. Authorities cited safety concerns and public nuisance as the action prompted by the mayor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth Amboy
N. J
Dorsey
Snow named state auto registrar in Ohio
Columbus Feb 21 A G Snow of Paulding was appointed by new Ohio secretary of state Harvey C Smith to lead the auto registrar post succeeding Democrat W A McCurdy. The Republican had served four years as chief inspector of the state food and drug bureau and takes the job Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
A. G. Snow
Paulding
Harvey C. Smith
Ohio
Snow
W. A. McCurdy
State Food and Drug Bureau
Local Court Fines Man for Fouling in Mass. Match
John Le sick admitted a foul during a February match in Adams Massachusetts. The judge ruled the foul occurred and fined the player ten dollars.
Tax Time War Bond Message Echoes Homefront Call
A homefront wartime appeal urges citizens to contribute by paying income tax and supporting war bonds. The call emphasizes collective duty and specifies the need to fund military efforts as citizens are tasked with funding the war through taxes.
How She Recovered Strength After a Decline
A personal testimonial extols Dr Williams Pink Pills for treating thin blood and weakness. Ellen Dyson of Trenton credits the pills with restoring her energy, appetite, and weight after illness, noting improved color and vitality following three boxes. The ad emphasizes sunlight, air, proper diet, and rest as essential companions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen Dyson
Perry Street
Trenton
N. J
Williams
Dr. Williams
Dr. Willams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Your Owns
Drugsist
Nerv Worth Named Miracle Medicine Endorsement
A well known Xenia citizen and former director of public service reports Nerv Worth as more than medicine, claiming it cured long standing nervousness insomnia and digestive issues. The note from C. W. Whitmer at 210 Hill Street and local druggists in Athens Hickman’s Pharmacy Nelsonville are listed as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xenia
Public Service
C. W. Whitmer
Hill Street
Attorney Whitmer
McKee’s Drug
Athens
Hickman
Nelsonville
Appointment of C Von Scheele as Executor in Athens County
C Von Scheele has been appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of David E Williams, late of Athens county, Ohio, deceased. Dated February 20, 1919, H T Phillips, Probate Judge. Also a note that paying income tax today helps remember it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. von Scheele
David 8. Williams
Athens County
Ohio
H. T. Phillips
Said County
Local Socials and Visit Recaps in New Marshfield Area
Mrs Hiram Nanna hosted Tuesday guests including Mrs Harry Carter and Mrs Joseph McBride at New Marshfield and attended the funeral of Edward Stewart. Frank Risley of Glouster visits the Risley household. Miss Lorna McBride of Luhrig visits Misses Gladys and Alice McBride. Samuel Mace and Anderson Cotteral of Oroville were guests of Matthew McBride. John Howell returns from Beebe visit. Pearl Francis of Lubrig visits Miss Gladys McBride. William Beckle and family of Luhrig visit George Beckle. William Miller of Athens visits his sister Mrs Frank Risley. Mrs George Beckle shopped in Athens Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Carter
Joseph McBride
Hiram Nanna
New Marshfield
Edward Stewart
Frank Risley
Glouster
Lorna McBride
Luhrig
Gladys
Alice McBride
Samuel Mace
Anderson Cotteral
Oroville
Matthew McBride
John Howell
Beebe
Pearl Francis
Lubrig
Gladys McBride
William Beckle
George Beckle
William Miller
Athens
Gentle Laxative Tonic Helps Chronic Constipation
Chronic constipation can be relieved by mild laxative tonics like Chamberlain's Tablets. Sharp cathartics and mineral waters often worsen dehydration and aggravate the condition. A gentle movement of the bowels is produced without noticeable effort, reducing the risk of rebound constipation.
Good Night Niagara Falls Hair Loss Alibi
Barbers report many male patrons with flu shedding hair, leaving them bald as the thicker the hair the faster it falls. The anecdotal claim ties flu illness to sudden hair loss among customers in Niagara Falls New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara
Falls
N. Y
Get Rid of That Persistent Cough
Advertisement for Eckman’s Alterative tonic claiming 20 years of use and priced at $1.50 per bottle. Promotes relief from persistent coughs and lung ailments. Marketed through druggists and Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eckman
Eckman Laboraton
Phiadelphia
Mustarine Claims Rapid Pain Relief Across Ailments
An advertisement touts Mustarine as a fast acting pain killer for neuralgia headaches toothache earache backache and rheumatic pains. It promises relief within five to ten minutes and notes it is a mustard plaster substitute made from real yellow mustard and sold in a yellow package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Begg
Remedy Claim Spreads In Health Ad From Swift Lab
An old advertisement touts blood cleansing as essential for health and vigor. It warns about impure blood and sluggish circulation, promising strengtheners and cleansers from Swift Specific Co at 24 Swift Laboratory, Atlanta GA, with free information available by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ryan
Swift
Swift Laboratory
Atlanta
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F. J. Beasley Milling Co
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Michigan
Smoke House
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Star
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