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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1921

Page

8

Milks Emulsion touted as a health builder and cure

An advertisement claims Milks Emulsion cures indigestion constipation and heart strain by restoring digestive and internal organs. It promises quick relief, pleasant taste, and a money back guarantee with bottles priced at 6 cents and 1.50 dollars. Sold by Cline Pharmacy and Fountain Pharmacy in Terre Haute and Ville.

India Emiulsion Co Terre Haute Cline Pharmacy Co Fountain Pharmacy Ville

Sunday Social Notes From Stewart Area

Ireland Miss Mabel Hornsby of Stewart attended Sunday at her home. Mr and Mrs Floyd Shaffer visited Athena. 8 M Bingman and Hughes of Delaware were in the neighborhood last week. Mrs Addison Baker hosted Sunday guests. Walter Duntee and family hosted. Mrs W E Bingman noted as a guest. Mrs Ben Cunningham hosted a Hill item. W W Baker learned his sister Mrs Ed Evans of New Mexico had died. Funeral was held at Torch Tuesday. Mrs Floyd Shaffer and Mrs Luther Bradiora attended with Mr Alfred Rogers.

Mabel Hornsby Stewart Ed Evans Mexico Tues Floyd Shafferand Luther Bradiora Alfred Rogers Harry Joyce Florida Robert Oakley Columbus William Pyle Union Furnace Virgil Joy Herb Edwards Carbon Hill Myrtle Guess Nelsonville Perkins Robert Coffey Logan Ethel McNabb Delaware Paul Barnes Ruth Blanche Smith Mabel Barbee Mary Winigiman Jess Smith John Dixon Murray Carl Sparrow Lyceum Mosie Groves

Bank Call Out Washington Needing Currency Conditions

Washington reports heightened demand for currency and cash flow concerns as banks adjust reserves amid ongoing financial strain. Officials monitor liquidity, with markets watching for policy signals and potential shifts in lending.

Washington Nealigh Sean Os

Plains P T A Highlights School Consolidation

The Plains Parent-Teacher Association gathered in the high school auditorium for a monthly meeting led by Prof. H. K. Mardis of Ohio University on centralization or consolidation of schools. The program featured Superintendent Wesley Walburn and Principal D W Bryson, a meal, music, and a growing membership as the association expands local education efforts.

Plains Parent-Teacher Association of the Plains 8. K. Mardis Ohio University Mardis Ohio The Plains Wesley Walburn D. W. Bryson Watkins Syx Keekman Edith Brohard

Albany social notes reflect community visits and injuries

The Albany M E Ladies Aid plans a meeting at Mrs Elizabeth Sweeney's home on East Clinton Street next Friday with members urged to bring a friend. Numerous locals visit relatives, attend events in Athens and Columbus, and a high school student Archie Tewksbury undergoes knee X rays for possible surgery. Also noted are medical procedures for Winifred Rickey, and various residents hosting guests and returning from trips.

M. E. Ladies Aid Elizabeth Sweeney East Clinto Street Aid Ethel Gardner Columbus Ie Clarence Smith Kenneth Marion Jim Condon Nelsonville Albany Will Season Bolins Mill Lissie Webb Columbus W. G. Caster Mattie Morris Rose Turner Point Rock Leslie Larch Paul Barnes Zimmerman Athens Athens Opera House Archie Tewksbury Archie Winifred Rickey Clarence Rickey Clara Williams Faye Baker Lester McVay Lena McVay Knox Harley Parker Newton Dixon Smith Amesville Lon Martin Will Frank

Hurshman Family Attends Funeral Proceedings

Lottridge O L Davis and James Hurshman hosting guests on Monday. Rylmer Ackley and family visited Sunday with Daniel Ackley. Hurshmans depart Wednesday for Parkersburg after the death of Mrs Messenger, mother of Mrs Hurshman, at 8 20 AM in hospital, body to be sent later.

O. L. Davis James Hurshman Rylmer Ackley Daniel Ackley Parkersburg

Amesville Community Notes Highlight Visits and Local Events

Ida Pendergrass and son George visit Chauncey relatives with Hattie Wyatt of Wheeling. Phillipses visit Ath ens. Smith from Marion recovering from a fractured limb. Sunday school class hosts Metta Glazier at Lucile Linscott’s home. Henrys and Glaziers visit Ben Covert in Athens with Ralph Henry. Margaret Sarver, 74, recalls a nephew Sidney Carpenter visit. McDaniel attendance at funeral in Glouster. Dewey Goddard returns from Youngstown. John Wilson sells garage. Alex Smith sells dwelling. Morris plans garage and shop, Williams to move in. Masonic M M degree, banquet planned March 2 with lodges invited. High school entertainment Friday promises cake and laughter.

Ida Pendergrass George Chauncey Hattie Wyatt Wheeling W. Va Emma Bryson G. E. Phillips Council Grove Kas Athens Lucetta Dean Phillips Clarence Smith Kenneth Marion Thos Smith Metta Glazier Lucile Linscott Harry Henry Selby Glazier Ben Covert Ralph Henry Nelsonville Federal Margaret Sarver Sidney Carpenter E. P. McDaniel Glouster Stedman Amesville al Fields Prof. Morgan

Balbriggan Relief Ties To Philadelphia Knitting Trade

Thousands of workers left jobless by the hosiery setback face hardship as relief efforts focus on Philadelphia’s large knitting industry. The city’s own ventures are urged to aid while a photo depicts Balbriggan conditions and the impact on trade and prosperity.

Perity Phil

Danderine Beauty Tonic Promises Hair Renewal

An old advertisement touts Danderine hair tonic claiming it freshens the scalp, fights dandruff and falling hair, and restores youthful brightness with thicker, more lustrous hair. A 35 cent bottle is sold by druggists.

Local Notables Share News During Weekend in Carbon Hill

Carbon Hill residents exchange visits and travels with friends and relatives across nearby towns including Columbus Nelsonville Logan Canton Murray and Delaware. Activities include shopping trips lyceum attendance and a home embroidery gathering with a chicken supper.

Madrid Bullighters Form Union

A union has been formed by bullighters in Madrid Spain uniting workers across the industry. The group aims to coordinate safety standards wage talks and working conditions for participants at corridas and related events in the Spanish capital.

Bullighters Madrid Spain

Ohio farmer conditions spark push for relief measures

In Cincinnati, E T Meredith cites Ohio farm declines and rising mortgages. He notes farm numbers fell from 272000 in 1910 to 256000 in 1920 and mortgages rose from 220 million to 387 million, with a 200 million drop in crop values last year. He urges replacing breakers with in milking cattle to cut tuberculosis and boost dairy profits.

Cincinnati E. T. Meredith United States Secretary of Agriculture Chamber of Commerce Ohio Meredith Iirto

Smiling Katrina Comes to America to Hunt a Job

Katrina from Denmark travels to the United States to work as a domestic helper. She speaks little English but is cheerful and eager to assist in household tasks. U.S. immigration data list her as a domestic and note a steady influx of nearly 100000 such workers annually among Katrina and her professional sisters Marie Mariana and Mary from various countries.

Washington Katrina America Denmark United States Ma‘ Dam U. S Marie France Mariana Italy Mary England Ireland

Revival at the Plains Nazarene Church Opens Week

Revival services began at the Nazarene church in The Plains on Sunday with strong interest. Evangelist Rev. C. J. Thomas of Greenfield preaches rugged gospel truths. Evening services start at 6:45 with 30 minutes of song and prayer. Sunday schedule lists 10:30, 2:30, and 6:00 services. Public invited to attend.

the Plains Nazarene Church C. J. Thomas Greenfield

Gorns Lift Off with Fingers Freezone Corn Remedy

A vintage advert touts Freezone for quick corn relief. It claims instant numbing and easy removal with fingers, with a small bottle sold by druggists for a few cents to remove hard and soft corns and corn between toes without soreness.

Diamond Dyes Promise Safe Bold Color For Women

Women enjoy Diamond Dyes to refresh wardrobes and extend the life of skirts dresses waists coats sweaters stockings and coverings. Easy directions warn against poor dye that streaks or fades and advise telling the druggist fabric type cotton linen wool silk or mixtures for best results with 16 rich fadeless colors.

Tobacco Seed Origins in South African Districts

Most tobacco grown in the principal two districts of South Africa is raised from Virginia and Tennessee seed, indicating regional seed influence on crop quality and characteristics.

South Africa Virginia Tennessee

Divorced Laddes Split by Court Over Booze And Absence

Lois Ladd versus Frank Ladd resulted in a decree of separation after a court hearing. The case cited alcohol problems and alleged indiscretions, with custody split: mother of the 11-year-old child during school terms and alternating Sundays for the father, with summer vacation adjustments.

Lois Ladd Frank Ladd Ladds Frost

Bulgarian Blood Tea Promises Health Boosts

An oldAdvertisement touts Bulgarian Blood Tea as a remedy to increase circulation, flush kidneys, stimulate the liver, and ward off flu grippe and pneumonia. Sold by druggists and grocers nationwide.

Young Wife Tries to End It All in Cincinnati

In Cincinnati on February 24 Mrs. Leola McFarland aged 16 swallowed poison, distressed by her husband Homer McFarland's inability to provide for the family and their seven months old baby. She is hospitalized in serious condition.

Cincinnati Homer McFarland Leola McFarland

Weekend visitors and shoppers in Brooksville area

Brooksville notes Miss Cathryn Woodgerd stayed with Miss Hazel Mc Donald of The Plains. Mrs Bertha Burkett visited sister Mrs Gus Warner at Dundas. Mrs Victor Beckle and son Victor Leroy and Miss Alice McBride were Athens shoppers on Friday. Miss Grace Brewer of Zaleski is visiting her sister Mrs Don Seev.

Cathryn Woodgerd Hazel McDonald the Plains Bertha Burkett Gus Warner Dundas Victor Beckle Victor Leroy Alice McBride Athens Grace Brewer Zaleski Don Seev

Local Social Visits Highlight Vere Ridge and Athens

Mr Vivian Woodgerd and son visited Vere Ridge relatives. Agnes and Mabel Veronica McBride stayed with sisters in Athens. Grover Douglass and Mrs Risley hosted visitors in Vere Ridge. George Beckle visited in Athens with daughter Mrs Williams. Sanford Burkett and Douglass families called on Matthew McBride’s group. Cleveland Almbuster and Bertha Burkett shopped in Athens.

Vivian Woodgerd Vere Ridge James Woodgerd Agnes Mabel Veronica McBride Ben James Charles Stokoe Athens Grover Douglass F. Risley Vore Ridge George Beckle William Williams Sanford Burkett Matthew McBride Cleveland Almbuster Bertha Burkett

Ft Mitchell Kentucky Town With No Schools Shops Or Church

Cincinnati dispatch reports Ft Mitchell Kentucky an incorporated city across the river from Cincinnati. It has eight streets and no local school shop or church forcing residents to use neighboring Heba ta facilities. Every resident owns a home and the police judge has never tried a case. The city solicitor has little to do and the two trustees are women elected before women could vote.

Cincinnati Ft Mitchell Kentucky Ft. Mitchell

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