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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1920
Page
2
An advertisement touts Pinex cough syrup as the fast acting remedy for hoarseness throat irritation and cough. It claims a special concentrated pine extract from Norway is the key ingredient and urges readers to ask for "4 camane of Pinex" with directions from The Pinex Co Fort Wayne Indiana.
Old time remedy from Athens Ohio claims to clear constipation digestion and bowel disorders. Fast relief for stomach distress offensive breath blotchy skin nervousness and dizziness offered through local druggists and stores.
The Swiss government reports progress in producing alcohol by treating calcium carbide with hydrogen, a process originally discovered in Germany and now being manufactured domestically.
More than 2,000 Scottish Rite Masons are expected to witness the conferring of degrees on a class of over 700 candidates at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. The event runs Tuesday through Friday with the Thirty-second Degree by Ohio Consistory ending the reunion, as Dr. Willard D. Haines presides. Elaborate musical programs are planned throughout the ceremonies.
Washington reports open charges that canned salmon from the 1918 pack, rejected by the War department as defective, was released to the public by canners for profit. D E K Bennett told a House committee that the army paid freight and reboxing costs totaling about 3 million dollars after the rejection.
Chicago February 24 Retail meat dealers were warned by federal prosecutors to reduce prices as wholesale costs fall or have their books examined. Attorney General A Mitchell Palmer said meat prices had declined for three months while retailers claimed old stock preserved high prices. He cautioned profits may be investigated if consumer prices do not drop soon.
Secretary of War Winston Churchill announced in the new army estimates the invention of a super-tank capable of 20 miles per hour. The claim highlights rapid mobility for armored units in future operations.
Dr J H Steele formerly of Guys ville now in practice in Des Moines New Mexico reports a pneumatic water system and a complete electric lighting installation in his home described as one of the most comfortable and commodious in the region.
William P Mercer born March 8 1860 in Carthage township Athena county died February 18 1920 at age 69 11 10. Survived by wife Rebecca Pierce son Leslie L. two sisters and a brother. Mercer known as operative and speculative mason in Meigs and neighboring counties. Funeral February 20 at Hemlock Grove Christian church with burial nearby.
We extend our thanks to neighbors and friends who assisted us in the sickness and death of our husband and father, and to the K of P lodge of Athens for the floral offering. Mrs Rebecca Mercer, Leslie L Mercer.
An ad-like fragment contends disease germs linger in crowded spaces and blood health resists infection. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood builder, citing Mrs Burdick of Binghamton and offering a free booklet and mail order option for 60 cents per box.
A brief ad claims a corn removal product with the promise that lifting corns is painless and inexpensive, emphasizing a low price tag and easy relief. The copy positions the item as an affordable quick fix.
A Cincinnati produced remedy promises instant relief for hard and soft corns and calluses without pain. A tiny bottle sold by druggists costs only a few cents and is said to remove corn between toes as well as foot calluses with no irritation or soreness.
Mrs. E. Kyle of 189 W Union St Athens reports backache sharp twinges and frequent kidney trouble resolved by Doan's Kidney Pills. She credits quick relief and better health since using the product. 60c at all dealers Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
An old advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets as a one day cure for colds. It claims to stop cough and headache and relieve the cold with EB and GROVE’S signature on each box. Oc.
Use plain cocoanut oil as shampoo instead of soaps or commercial products. Rub a small amount into damp hair, rinse easily, and remove dust dirt dandruff and excess oil leaving hair moisturized and shiny. Coconut oil is inexpensive and lasts for months for the whole family.
The article describes a fall suit pattern using tricotine serge or velveteen fabrics with a contrasting vest. The skirt is designed to unconfine at the ankle length, with pattern available in seven sizes from bust 34 to 46 inches. Size 38 needs 4 yards of 54 inch material and width at lower edge is about 15% yard. Pattern mailed for 10c in silver or 1c and 20 stamps.
Carl W. Hayes argues city readers misunderstand farmers life and urges mutual understanding to cut middlemen and raise profits. He notes farmers’ low pay, high investment, and calls for better city farmer relations. The piece includes an unrelated ad touting Pape's Cold Compound and a brief reader note.
Vincero Digiorge, 38, was wounded in Cleveland early today by a blackhand gangster while walking. He says he was threatened with death unless he turned over 2000 dollars to a black hand enforcer.
Paris city council approves a plan to float a 20 million dollar municipal loan in Canada to finance local projects. The move, expected to raise funds for development, follows approval by city officials and financial committees.
San Francisco report details Marine Sergeant Albert Bresanhan recent Yap visit describing Yap stones as money. He notes a Yap dollar stone weighs about two pounds and compares peace talks atop a mountain to a landslide in tone.
A vintage sales caption promotes Danderine hair product for girls claiming to save and double the beauty of their hair through a glossy illustrated appeal.
An advertisement extols Danderine as a tonic beautifier that cleanses hair without making it brittle. It claims the product adds gloss and brightness, restores youthful color, guards against dandruff, and prevents hair loss while being affordable at drugstores.
Stewart Fuller of this city has been named vice consul of the United States at Geneva Switzerland. Fullerton served two years overseas with the Y M C A and recently returned home. A new toaster for gas stoves acts as a broiler support allowing both utensils to share the same burner.
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