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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1919
Page
6
Dear Mrs Thompson offers guidance to a distressed wife
A letter from Elizabeth seeks advice on a troubled marriage, debt, and caring for two children. The writer describes losing contact with her daughter, financial strain from a large house, and inability to furnish a new home. The correspondent is urged to endure, seek medical support, and hope for better times.
Sooeee Agric and Swiss iron ore plans abandoned
A fragment notes Sooeee Agric and Swiss iron ore deposits abandoned for over four decades as unprofitable and to be developed with modern methods. The letter portion discusses a young woman seeking relationship advice and a soldier’s furlough visit, reflecting a mix of topics in the page slice.
Wife or Business Woman Leads to Work and Strain
Janet Stedman is urged to take a city housing reform role with a raise and heavy duties, including reports and inspections. She thrives on the new work while her husband Walter grows distant, facing neglect and tension as he resents the busy schedule and loss of domestic routine. The scene ends with their strained balance and a teaser that the story continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Janet Stedman
Den
D. Te Sotum
Twen
Temple
Janet
Walter
Walt
Advice on permanent facial hair removal methods
A reader asks about long lasting solutions for excess facial hair. The reply says the electric needle removes hair permanently, and that solutions or lotions either increase or worsen growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia
Thompson
A. M
Miro Pile Remedy Claims Fast Pile Cure
An advertisement touts Miro Pile Remedy as a rapid cure for piles with bleeding and ulcers. It asserts relief in two to three days and claims the author guarantees results or refunds, noting the treatment works even in severe cases and that most readers have no charge if not conquered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miro
Dear Mrs Thompson Advice to a Homebound Young Woman
A reader asks if being popular with boys is essential or if respect and love from a few matters more. The columnist urges patience, courtesy to customers, and using personality and talents to stand out a steady, hopeful path rather than chasing fleeting attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
Duffee Letter From France Describes WWI Front End and Rest
Ray M. Duffee of Battery F 77th Field Artillery writes from France dated December 1. He recalls the Argonne and St Mihiel drives, the 4th Division’s service, and a Meuse river stop for baths and clothes. He notes guarded German surrender expectations and hopes for a return toward a French port, while recounting health and endurance feats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Duffee
Ray M. Duffee
77Th Field Artillery
France
Ray Duffee
Athens
Kyome
Altho
77Th
Argonne
St. Mihiel
Chateau Theirry
Meuse
Germany
Lacy
Letter from Nelsonville Mother About Soldiers Hard Trip Home
Mrs Emma Schroder writes of Private Harry Schroeder in Coblenz Germany. He reports he is well and that his unit has traveled from France into Germany. He notes sleeping under the stars for twenty nights with only blankets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Schroder
Nelsonville
Has
Harry Schroeder
Co. C
M. G. Bn
Coblenz
Germany
France
Influenza Warning From Early Health Bulletin
A terse health notice warns readers that influenza and similar illnesses begin with a cold and urges prompt attention at the first chills. It stresses seriousness and early care to prevent spread.
Flanders Field Poem Quoted and War Letters Sent Home
A war era column quotes In Flanders Fields and notes letters received from Mrs G C Sickels in Minnesota and Charles Smith in New Marshfield. Corporal S A in the 18th Infantry in Germany reports meals, sleep, and fear of further drives after St Mihiel Argonne and Sedan fronts. He mentions Uncle Sam and army life documenting hardship and endurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. C
Bickein
Argonne
Uncle Sam
Notable World War II Red Cross Christmas Aid Report
A marcher recalls constant rain soaking gear and the rapid pace of a hike past the Rhine. He notes each soldier received half a pound of chocolates tobacco and a small box of cookies for Christmas from the Red Cross. They climbed high German mountains and slept in various houses and cafes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhine
Red Cross
Germany
Military Letter From France Describes Hike And Drills
Mrs. Carrie Douglas receives a letter from her son Private Millard H. Douglas of Co. F 54th U S Inf Reg France. He reports living in a small village, a forty two day hike, heavy rain, fatigue on his feet, and being stationed in the 6th Division in Sunny France. He mentions fronts at Alsace Verdun and Argonne and ongoing drilling efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Douglas
South Court St
Millard H. Douglas
U. S. Inf
France
Broing
Alsace
Verdun
Argonne
We Have the Death Grip on the Huns in War Letter
Lieut. Gilbert McDougal writes from Germany of battle scenes and corpses on roads, praising American troops and noting German favor toward them. A snow departs into a winter scene as America’s anthem echoes amid Christmas salute and Carl McCrae’s In Flanders Field referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert McDougal
C. S. McDougal
McDougal
Germany
Army of Occupation
America
Carl McCrea
Flanders Field
McCrea
Flanders
Son in France Sends Cheer From Base Hospital
Mrs N T VanDyke of Stimpson Avenue receives a letter from her son Fret Vice of Co B 120th M G Bn 32nd Division in France. He writes from Base Hospital 27 Convalescent Camp that he is nearly recovered has gained weight and is playing in the band. He hopes to be home soon though there is still time to go.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Thompson
France
Green Horn
N. T. VanDyke
Stimpson
M. G. Bn
Willie
Woman found dead near Erie Roundhouse in Marion
Rosa Scranton 28 wife of Clyde Scranton Erie Railroad inspector was found dead on an ash heap near the Erie Roundhouse in Marion Police say she was murdered Two African American suspects are detained pending further investigation
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Rosa Scranton
Clyde Scranton
Erie Railroad
Erie Roundhouse
Frenchman’s mirror frees hands for hair styling
A French inventor develops a mirror mounted on a bracket held in the mouth so a woman can arrange her hair without using her hands. This device allows hands to be free for other grooming tasks.
Kidney Confusion Highlighted In Odd Slogan
garbled text references kidneys and heart with stray phrases about symptoms and medals, presenting as a fragmented notice or snippet from a health related column with unclear context and multiple nonsensical lines.
Drink a Glass of Real Hot Water Before Breakfast
A health advice piece extols morning hot water with limestone phosphate to flush the digestive system. It claims internal cleansing improves appetite, vitality, and overall well being, urging all to start daily with this preparation and to obtain phosphate from drug stores.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bo Army
Mire
Elizabeth
Eby Wes
Lfe
Beaux
Ohio
Sfrvice Letters
America’s
Flanders Fields
Foe
Roach’s
Fen
Aji
Y. H
West Union Street
Athens, O
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