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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1920
Page
6
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Old advertorial copy extols a cheap home-made Pinex cough syrup mixed in a pint bottle with sugar syrup or alternatives like molasses honey or corn syrup. It claims relief in hours, with claims of penetrating air passages and soothing various throat and chest ailments.
In a whimsy tale Billy and Betty slip away from the circus while workers prep for Monday. They chase sights in town, spook a farmer, and plot to steal celery from a wagon, with the monkey on Billy’s mind and a promise they will return tomorrow.
A wife discovers a breakup letter from her husband Jim after he leaves for Hammonds Corners. He blames growing apart in New York and notes he will send expenses while securing a housekeeper. She resolves to discuss their fate with Athena as the scene ends.
A married 26 year old woman seeks guidance about a husband who cheats and a woman friend who flirts with him. Mrs Thompson advises staying if content, or leaving for happiness, and cautions against pursuing the other woman. A separate note from a 14 year old asks about kissing a 16 year old, answered as inappropriate for her age.
A nineteen year old girl asks how to handle a twenty two year old fiancé who keeps gambling. The columnist warns that few gamblers make good husbands and urges breaking off the relationship if he does not quit. Do not accept promises. trust that he will honor her wishes or end the relationship.
Advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm for head colds and catarrh. It claims the fragrant antiseptic formula clears congested nostrils, soothes inflamed membranes, and provides immediate breathing relief with no more hawking or headaches.
Neurasthenia is described as common in cities with symptoms like fatigue irritability memory loss and insomnia. A patient testimonial praises Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood builder aiding recovery and improved appetite and digestion. The article links nerve nourishment to blood quality and promotes non alcoholic tonics with diet.
In London on February 26 Lady Astor spoke in parliament during a debate on liquor control. Sir John Rees urged removing war restrictions while she urged drastic drink reforms to protect children, vowing not to push prohibition. The house cheered as she concluded with a plea for those without a voice.
Mr Clyde Moore of Athens visits Mr and Mrs John Johnson. Mr and Mrs Merle Norris of Stewart spend Sunday with Charley Norris family. Clifford Shaw conducts business in Athens. Clarence Moore of Stewart returns home after caring for Mrs Jobe Moore sick with the flu. M John Johnson visits Guysville for business. Covert Warren visits sister Mrs Grant Russell. Ray Clark is ill with pneumonia. Aura Chalfant takes son Herman to Parkersburg hospital for surgery. Mildred Brandeberry of Athens visits her parents. Flu cases improving. Sunday school reminder for next Sunday at 1 20 PM.
An Alabama man creates a pistol with cartridges loaded into a chain of length as desired, producing a weapon with rapid fire potential.
The notice describes Pattern 3103 available in four child sizes with fabric options including serge cheviot broadcloth velvet cor duroy linen gingham chambrey and drill. Size 4 needs 23 8 yards of 40 inch material and the pattern can be mailed to any address for 10 cents in silver or stamps.
Spokane announces a price reduction by the Weyerhauser States Company affecting 11 mills. The cut ranges 10 to 30 percent from current levels and lasts through June 1. The move aims to restore January prices as demand exceeds supply while transport constraints limit deliveries.
A bulletin to the foreign trade department notes Shantung and Tsingtao trade nearly doubled after Japanese occupation. U S trade with China rose from 57 million in 1914 to 117 million in 1919. China’s foreign trade is five times higher than 30 years ago and could reach 65,000,000 per capita at projected levels.
A new phonograph motor increases rotation speed as the needle nears the center, keeping the needle moving at a constant rate. This design yields a uniform range of vibration values and steadier playback.
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