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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1920
Page
6
Billy and his mother flee into the hills and outsmart a mountain lynx after a perilous night. They heal by a stream and contemplate life beyond the farmer Klausen's pasture. By noon they meet a herd of chamois led by Fleetfoot and plan to travel on to unknown adventures tomorrow.
The narrator returns from labor to Mother Edmonds for a dreamlike rest and tea. Cecil kisses the narrator, a scuffle with Jack follows, then a wakeful end. The narrator ponders generational change, pride in being a torchbearer, and a fatherly affirmation from her dad, ending with a teaser that the story continues.
Aspirin labeled Bayer Tablets of Aspirin is claimed genuine and proven safe by millions for over twenty years. It is prescribed by physicians for various pains including headache toothache earache neuralgia rheumatism colds and pain. Available in unbroken Bayer packages with directions and in larger druggist packages.
A reader asks how to recover a lost watch, urging telephoning the yard boy to learn whose name the watch was left under and to avoid imposing. Another note asks whether to buy rugs or matting for a summer cottage floor, with a clear recommendation for matting due to soil and sweep ease.
The pattern for a blouse and trousers comes in four sizes 3 4 5 and 6 years. Materials listed include galatea gingham drill linen flannel serge velvet and corduroy. Size 3 needs 1 1 2 yards of 27 inch fabric for waist and 1 1 2 yards for trousers.
A reader asks how to handle a spoiled sister living at home as the husband warns against continued disruption. The columnist urges firm boundaries and suggests boarding the sister to restore harmony and protect the children.
Columbus July 23 Robert C Crew of Zanesville named by Governor Cox to succeed W H Tomlinson of Dayton as head of the State Insurance Department will assume office August 1. Crew has been special counsel in the State Banking Department.
Obituary memorializes Jesse Prior Seaman born 1836 in Reedy West Virginia. He served in Co B 53 O S during the Civil War, married twice, and left nine surviving children, twenty grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He died July 14 1920 at age 83. The obituary includes devotional verses and praises his faith and family.
We express heartfelt gratitude to all who assisted us during the illness and burial of our husband and father. From his wife and children.
Jack Johnson former heavyweight champion begins a trip from Los Angeles to Chicago to face a seven year old charge of white slavery. U S Marshal Bassett will transport him, routing via northern states to avoid race tensions in Texas and the South. A new patent describes a pail with a near bottom strainer for cleaning gasoline.
Sincere appreciation extended to neighbors and friends for kindness during illness and death of infant Leonard Clifton. Gratitude expressed to Mr. and Mrs. Stout and Rev. Dabritz for comfort and to those who sent floral offerings. Signed by Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown.
A string of visits and hosting across towns includes Guysville, Port Jefferson, Athens, Barnesville, Mechanicstown, Green Branch, Coolville and Columbus. Notable names: Dr. Geneva Frey, Mrs. J. C. Stewart, Okey Ashcraft, Master Paul Kimes, Mrs. Henry Geisendorfer, Mrs. C. A. Fowler, Carrol, Mildred Meek, Dr. M. F. Osborn, P. R. McLaughlin, Goldie Gibson, E. A. Durant, C. C. Hulbert, Nina Fuller, Cathryne Minnemeyer, Olive Cunningham, and P. W. Lockard. Community notes also mention a new electric system installation and a family trip to Flint, Michigan.
A delegation from Illinois coal operators called at the White House to ask President Wilson to intervene in the local coal strike. After a talk with Secretary Tumulty they left to return later in the day, when an answer was expected.
Report notes coal deposits exist in at least five provinces along Argentina's western border, a largely inaccessible region. The finding highlights potential energy resources in a remote, rugged area near the Andes.
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