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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1918
Page
6
Mrs. Sara Shaw of Portsmouth Ohio reports relief from irregularities pain and weakness after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. She urges other women to try the remedy and seeks guidance from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Massachusetts.
An old newspaper panel promotes using refined coconuts as a gentle shampoo. It cautions soaps and commercial shampoos contain alkali that dries and damages hair, while pure coconut oil cleanses, moisturizes, and leaves hair soft and shiny with minimal costs.
A vintage ad promotes Bio-Feren as a seven day daily supplement to restore energy, nerves, and strength. It claims users who feel backward or worn by excesses will regain vigor after two capsules after each meal and one at night, with a refund if ineffective. The label lists ingredients such as Calcium Glycerophosphate, Iron, Manganese, Pep Ext, Nux Vomica, and Kola.
Sally's Diary records a London correspondent amid wartime upheaval longing for meaningful work. The dated notes from July to August 1917 describe emotional strain, support from Dr Will, and a Paris departure with soldiers, ending with a cliffhanger as the journey continues.
Letters from Everett Stephenson and companions reveal experiences in France and England during World War I. Families receive news of training, travel observations, and daily life, with notes on camps Merritt Wadsworth and aerials, while other letters describe injuries, canning at home, and encouragement to supporters.
A girl aged sixteen writes seeking guidance on social life and loyalty. She avoids evenings out, values study and Red Cross work, faces expectations from her mother, and wonders about dating and friendship with boys. A second letter asks about keeping a soldier’s mother’s jewelry while he fights in France and whether she should keep it.
In a letter, two 13 year old girls explain they have sold ice cream and lemonade to raise money for the Red Cross. They now lack sugar for ice cream and ask Mrs Thompson for ideas to earn more during the vacation.
A reader asks if it is proper to speak to a married man with a friendly approach near her home and Iris replies it is okay. A second reader asks how many dates a girl should have after eighteen and Mary jokes three engagements per week to protect health and endurance.
A series of transfers fielded by property owners and administrators. Barney Penn to William Bricker records 10.36 acres in Verity for 700 dollars. Multiple deeds in Athens City and surrounding townships note lot values and undivided interests. Coal company interests appear with Arminda Wolf and Donald R. Poston.
Boston observers at the annual shoe and leather style show report women will wear high styles this winter but expect shifts next spring as wartime rules shape designs. Spring 1919 will feature two browns black and white shades with shoes under eight inches high and low heels.
A newlywed eighteen year old writes of loneliness while her husband serves in France. She asks if it is wrong to date former sweethearts who call and invite her out, noting two months of marriage and seeking guidance. Isabel signs the letter.
C L Bean files foreclosure suit against H H Cook and W H Mace claiming $424 plus 8 percent interest from July 6, 1917 on a promissory note secured by a mortgage on 49 acres in Troy township. The note and mortgage were assigned to the plaintiff. The August 8, 1917 conveyance by H H Cook allows sale of the premises to satisfy the judgment.
A poetic line contrasts prophets who detest sunlight as it scorches the dark surface of their foretold message. The imagery suggests tension between revelation and its harsh exposure.
Messenger special correspondent reports numerous visitors and outings in Circle Hill. Names include Arthur Thomas from Nelsonville, Elmer Price and Nellie of Chicago, Fisher family, Hawk families, Skinner, Lock, and others visiting Parkersburg, Athens, Beaumont, Murray City, Luhing, and Byesville venues. A surprise party welcomed Eliza Cunningham at Ed Johnsons home. Mrs. Hawk enjoyed Camp Sherman visit.
Miss Goldie Schneider invited 1000 friends to her wedding and charged 50 cents for admission to a hall. The Red Cross received the gate receipts and attendance and gifts remained unchanged by the fee.
Washington reports Uncle Sam opens a fall fair program with ten baggage cars of exhibits touring the country. The army navy and agriculture commerce interior and public information agencies join the display effort. Exhibits will visit five districts from August 1 through November with two cars per district.
The Finish government orders all Jews expelled from Finland by September 30. Local districts are instructed to refuse them food, according to the Jewish press bureau yesterday.
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