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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1919
Page
4
A editorial column attacks American Bolshevists and Anarchists for using terrorism to force change. It argues bombings and violence fail to win converts, reinforce conservative opposition, and prove the movement’s decline despite differing ideologies.
Governor Cox blocks tax reform risking salaries for about 50,000 Ohio children. Ten of 81 cities can fund schools, while hundreds of teachers statewide have unpaid salaries. Ohio teachers average 667.52 dollars yearly as illiteracy remains high per census, and the Smith law limits school levies to five mills after prior authority allowed twelve mills.
The piece contemplates early transatlantic flight and Columbus legends, comparing Columbus daring with Read's May 27 Lisbon crossing. It honors American aviation courage, noting risks, historic ties to Portugal, and the creed that courage is a quality, not a quantity.
Senator Harding spoke on patriotism while A E Thomas told quips about pronunciation and manners. The anecdotes included a tale of French artillery and a Maryland auto mobile license joke, with light exchanges about abstinence and domestic chores.
The Albany Journal argues that Filipino envoy references show a push beyond self government. It claims Filipinos seek U S protection without allegiance and a protectorate, deeming them not ready for self rule.
Ruth Cameron writes on the art of savoire vivre through spending. A family resets life on a porch after losing wealth, while others lack imagination for conveniences and luxury. The piece urges knowing wants, sourcing quality goods, and spending wisely without waste.
The piece casts Tomorrow as a cure for despair, contrasting youth and optimism with aging sorrow. It urges forward living, declares a habit of banking on tomorrow, and mocks those who dwell on yesterday or today.
A collection of salad and soup preparations detailing cabbage salad with lettuce and mayonnaise, beet salad with eggs and cream dressing, a Spanish Soup with rice and cream cheese, and a Tomato Soup with stock and macaroni. Includes steps for preparing vegetables, cooking rice, and finishing with seasonings and garnishes.
A collection of dessert recipes including Chocolate Pudding with milk eggs and vanilla, Cottage Puding with sugar butter and flour, and Patriotic Pudding a lemon peach banana frozen dessert. Each recipe provides steps for mixing heating cooling and setting or freezing.
A large crowd attended Coolville's Memorial Day program. Hon. David Turner of Parkersburg delivered the address and local students performed. Several residents, including Dr and Mrs Ward A Frame and Lois, returned from Parkersburg after visiting relatives.
M C Payne of 1024 Gallia St reports his digestive woes ended after using two cans of Dr Parker's Treatment for Indigestion and Constipation. He claims he now eats three squares a day and can enjoy all foods, praising the Athens Ohio based Parker Medicine Company guarantee and Cline Pharmacy Co sale.
A long list of local visitors and guests includes Mrs Elizabeth Perry at N. C. Townsend’s home, Mrs C C Hulbert from Grove City, F E Kinnes family at memorials in Chester, and multiple moves and visits among Athens, Chillicothe, Columbus, and Clarksburg. The village sees church events and a return of the B and O depot agent. A European bicycle tire made of closely coiled steel wire is noted.
New dieting system claims rapid weight loss with a safe home method using Korein. Ad promises a small box of Korein at druggists and a $100 guarantee for a slender, healthier figure, mailed free from Korein Co. NE 6 Station F New York.
Burlingham and Emmett Jones households hosted visitors including Harvy Chaney family and Earl Cowen kin. Families like Hart Shumway Bryson Will Jones Cuckler Jeff and Cullums spent Sundays and weekdays with relatives. Decoration Day drew large crowds with all reporting a good time.
Colonel Richard Enderlin of Chilli cothe visits his son Prestley Enderlin for a few days. Mr and Mrs Roy Doolittle host relatives from Columbus for a weekend. Mrs George Gardner hosts brother Private Floyde Walker and niece Miss Winnie Hewitt of Chillicothe. Mr and Mrs Charles Stanley welcome a son born June 2. Dora Hoak and family and Anna Millar visit Chillicothe relatives. Sam King and family from Columbus visit B F Beckler's family. Evaline Kennard of Columbus visits relatives. Cavalryman Clifford Johnston on furlough from Texas visits relatives before returning Thursday.
Miss Georgia Poston of Athens spent Friday at her home here. Mrs. Charles Showalter receives assistance from Mary Davis. Mrs. Fred Copeland and son Wade visited Athens Saturday. Nelle Dana of Athens guest of Miss Lou Spaulding last week. Memorial services held at Canaanville Friday. Pearl Richard born May 22 to Charley Showalter and wife. J. W. Wilson of Federal and family guests of A. J. Gould. Wendell Wright and Luta McVicker from Ohio University stayed with Mrs. Myrtle Stewart. H. D. Hughes visited Guysville Saturday. Jess Baker moving family to Canaanville. Pearl Wright of Chauncey visiting mother Mrs. Susan Wright. Sarah Edgar visiting sister Mrs. Margaret Carpenter of near Wrightstown.
Dennis Spires writes from Brussels on May 10 that he has been ill for two weeks but feels better now. He mentions being in a fine place, moving to a hotel soon, and that his captain bought a fine guitar he plans to bring home, though a return date is unknown.
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