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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
7
A fragmented reflection on gray hair as a mark of aging. The speaker notes streaked hair can age a person a decade, comparing its impact to wrinkles. The text includes garbled phrases and uncertain references to women and color, with no clear event or source.
Washington reports that labor leaders in Marion Ohio are seeking to mobilize Senator Harding against a proposed anti-strike bill. Harding had previously supported the anti-strike amendment, arguing it safeguards public transportation and offers a tribunal for labor disputes while preserving collective bargaining in private enterprises. He contends the measure aims at public service and industrial peace, not labor enslavement, and would help ensure continuous railway transportation.
Advice on courting etiquette urging men to please the new partner, call by ten, depart quickly, and plan activities. Community notes mention Mrs Tuttle of Athens visiting, and locals Carpenter Hill visitors Mrs Wilbur Young, Miss Mary Phillips, and Naomi Love shopping in Athens.
A reader asks how to handle a friend who gossips and betrays confidences. The adviser recommends ending the friendship if the behavior continues, urging caution with remarks and to speak kindly, noting truth will shield one from lasting harm.
Saturday evening meeting at Clark's Chapel featured County Superintendent Root District Superintendent Walburn and Dr. Wagner urging better rural schools. Open discussion considered actions for a stronger local school system. Ladies Aid provided refreshments. another meeting planned. Regular Ladies Aid gathering noted with several local visitors mentioned.
A reader questions proper letter writing between girls and boys and the role of a girl’s conduct in shaping a boy’s manners. Another letter from a young man seeking guidance about relationships after returning from four months away references social expectations.
A letter from Albert Southcott of Medina New York praises Peterson Ointment Co Buffalo for curing a stubborn ulcer after nine dollars worth of salve. The testimonial claims the sore measured 9 by AE inches and healed, with the writer vowing to continue using the product.
At Ohio University in Ewing Hall on a Wednesday evening, Dean Irma Voigt led a mass meeting on protecting students from the grabber. She announced half hour personal conferences for co eds on vocation choices will resume in the second semester and be held Fridays. She urged two resolutions: consider others to foster harmony and avoid bluffing or cheating during examinations.
A roundup of local social calls and farm bureau updates shows activity across Athens and surrounding townships. Notable items include visits by residents to relatives, new vehicle purchases, and a detailed metrics list from March 1 outlining farm visits, office contacts, meetings, demonstrations, and miles traveled. The notice also lists township officers and urges residents to join township programs and appoint a committee of one to promote involvement.
Farm Notes from County Agent FE Ray mond to Athens County Farm Bureau members aims to inform area farmers. It states the letter is the bureau's first published newsletter and invites feedback if readers gain value from it.
The speaker tells Farm Bureau members that many notices have appeared in farm papers and urges continued attentiveness as the farmers’ organization actively pursues members’ interests in a strong, visible effort.
M. D. Lincoln executive secretary of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation will visit Athens on January 20 to explain past, present and future Farm Bureau efforts. Athens County has 1900 farmers with 680 already members and 1220 remaining potential members. Members receive a chance to travel to Columbus with expenses paid for the largest farmers meeting in Ohio. For details contact the Athens County Farm Bureau in Athens, Ohio.
A roster of township names and associated officials includes Carthage with Frank J. Caldwell and C. C. Snodgrass, Aylmer Ackley for Lee, D. Dailey and Silas Scott for Lee, and Chas. Roberts with Ray Bobo for Lodi. Rome lists Carl Hayes, O. O. Bryson, and Wm. Spear.
It is not too early to begin thinking about the County Fair. Plan on making an exhibit. We hope to make the County Fair this year a potent factor in the improvement of the agriculture of this county.
The note asks for interesting photographs of farm life or activities to be donated or provided for office display. It seeks images that capture rural work, daily routines, and agricultural scenes suitable for public viewing.
A call to organize multiple meetings for boys and girls this winter to line up project work for the year. The message notes Troy township is already implementing similar efforts and offers help to conduct meetings.
The speaker invites farmers to visit the Farm Bureau office on the fifth floor of the Athens National Bank Building to discuss improving business cooperation. They urge acquaintances in town to get better acquainted and help make the year bigger and better.
Community members celebrate visits and events across Chillicothe and area. Mildred Shanks returns to Chillicothe for business. Gertrude Roberts hosts guests. residents attend dinners and oyster suppers. families and friends from Frost, Grand Station, and Little Hocking visit Morale and social gatherings noted through the week.
A brief note reports Poland pushing a revival of tob nature culture and presents three key outcomes. It highlights cultural programs, economic support, and community engagement as core steps in the revival effort.
In Newburyport Massachusetts the Sisters of Charity run a home for destitute children and praise Father John’s Medicine as a cure for coughs and a builder of health. A signed statement from Sister serves as strong endorsement of the medicine’s value in their daily care.
An advertisement touts Red Pepper Rub for rheumatism lumbago backache and stiff neck claiming instant tingling heat and relief within minutes. It emphasizes concentrated penetrating heat and quick pain easing for those unable to move easily.
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