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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1918
Page
7
A small house available July 1 to a middle aged couple who will furnish table and board for two women. Apply in person at 14 Franklin Ave between 6 and 7 PM. 6-3-3-p.
A note from a High school appears to request contact via Messenger Office or phone 6303. It mentions a reward and includes initials B H with letters inside and the date 6 5 1 p.
Washington court declares dividends paid to stockholders from surplus accumulated before the 1918 income tax law are not incomes and thus not taxable under the act. The ruling could reduce several million dollars in revenue and affects many returns reporting such pre act dividends as taxable.
German prisoners in British hands say Von Hindenburg will fail to deliver a decisive victory in his Aisne drive and expect a stabilization of the front. They credit troop knowledge of the terrain and predict a shift toward Amiens if the attack falters. Alden Sands of Trimble enlists in the Navy after visiting Parkersburg. Navy recruiting reports high activity and many awaiting orders.
Tributes poured in for former vice president Charles Warren Fairbanks who died last night at his home. Messages of condolence came from Taft Roosevelt Hughes and other national leaders. Funeral plans were not yet complete. Major Richard Fairbanks was abroad with Pershing in France.
Herbert L. Pratt of Standard Oil in New York returned from France where he aided Y M C A canteens and huts. He recounts stories of Americans allegedly crucified to trees and decapitated, heard from multiple sources, fueling wrath and a harsh, no quarter approach in the region.
Recruiting Officer Chapin announced orders to recruit men for guard duty at munition plants bridges and warehouses. Eligible volunteers must be over draft age and have prior service in the army navy marines national guard or organized police or fire departments. The Valparaiso University industrial training course in Indiana remains open to young men under draft age until June 10.
Indisputable proof that a submarine shelled a lifeboat carrying Carolina survivors reached port aboard the Danish steamer Bryssel off Cape May New Jersey. The bullet riddled motor lifeboat shows three punctures and a splintered oar with a cup and biscuits found inside. The fate of the passengers remains unknown.
During the week of June 1726 all alien enemy females in the city must register at the office of the Chief of Police at the City Building. Only those living inside the corporate limits of the city register there.
Gallipolis Ohio June 6 congressman Switzer secretary J O Tripp of Jackson leaves for treasury dept D R Richards of Athens appointed to replace and to begin duties June 15
Dr James M Rector of Columbus addressed Athens county residents and medical staff about chronic stomach and bowel trouble preventable by proper living. He cited 850000 US cancer cases, linked cancer to faulty elimination, discussed goitre distribution and boiled water, and showed slides on pyorrhea highlighting mouth hygiene to prevent broader illnesses. A rising vote of thanks followed.
Washington reports Uboat actions are meant to frighten shipping and sway neutral opinion while Paris faces a long offensive. Officials say the goal is to keep U boats near European waters and rely on stronger patrols, rather than demoralizing transports. Also noted is California windmill palm's hardy, tough nature.
President Wilson opposed further prohibition legislation until the food administration decides on necessity. He declared this in a letter to Senator Sheppard of Texas. A House amendment to the Agricultural Appropriation bill would curb $6 billion in spending unless liquor production uses grain is blocked.
Charles G Kirsch shouted support for Germany at a cigar store and cheered the Kaiser. Max Cohen, soon to be drafted, punched Kirsch. Police detained Kirsch for federal authorities after hospital transport.
Lt. 8. E. G. Pedigo of the 155th Ambulance Co. at Camp Beau Regard La notes Decoration Day observed across the South like the North. He says sectional sentiment has faded and North and South unite to fight the Hun. Intermingling of troops from all regions strengthens national democracy. There is also a note about "The Private Secretary" curtain at 8 tonight.
James Milliron of 2 Van Vorhes Street receives a censored government postcard stating his brother Private A. M. Milliron near New Straitsville has been wounded and hospitalized in France. The Marine enlisted last September and hopes for discharge soon. He is uncle to Private Arthur Milliron with Battery A, Camp Sheridan, Montgomery, Alabama.
A vintage ad promotes MR AUTO CARBON REMOVER by Lu combined. It touts a scientifically formulated product that works while you sleep and promises to remove carbon build up from cars. Offered for $1 per can from I. N. PARKS Box 212 Williamsburg, Pa.
The day was observed as desired by President Wilson with fasting and prayer. Many new resolutions aimed to save food clothing and money. Individuals began savings accounts at The Buckeye State Building and Loan Company at 22 Wall Street Columbus. Assets total 14,800,000 with five cent paid on time deposits.
Court records list marriage licenses for Daniel W Forrest a salesman and Nell Belle Andrews age 22 of Glouster. Also noted are Clement McBride 21 a miner and Lulu Evener 18 a domestic resident of Chauncey.
In response to frequent air raids, Paris plans to operate underground theaters. The initiative aims to provide safe performance spaces and maintain cultural life during the conflict. Local officials say the venues will be discreet, accessible, and cloaked within existing structures.
Government efforts press for more taxes while the Anti-Saloon League campaigns to dismantle existing structures, highlighting a clash over fiscal policy and prohibition era reform.
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