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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1920
Page
6
An advertisement argues spring cleansing should come from natural elimination not tonics. It claims Nutelets relieve constipation and indigestion, toning the intestinal tract to keep you well. The copy touts 25c price at all druggists.
An aged roan pony recounts a frontier siege where Apache raiders strike the ranch, steal cattle, mutilate a herder, and threaten the survivors with fire water. Three days of siege wear cowboys down until Henry Staples proposes a daring escape plan as the tale ends with a cliffhanger.
Lindsey narrates a foggy tale of romance and family scrutiny. Cecil schemes a late night trip to New York to avert Aunt Patricia’s stern judgment, while Lindsey fears alien confinement and contemplates a risky future with her cousin’s chivalrous yet controlling hand.
A teenage girl asks if dating a 24 year old is right. The adviser cautions youth and warns that many marriages at that age fail. The letter also features a divorced mother of twelve seeking guidance on leaving an abusive home and protecting her children with probate court help and emotional resilience.
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a cheap solution that prevents hair loss removes dandruff and makes each hair appear fuller and healthier with more life color and thickness after use.
Jackson Wyoming, a remote town of about 350, has gained national fame for electing women to every municipal post. Once linked with frontier bad men and the setting of Owen Wister's The Virginians, the community has since reformed and now enjoys prosperity and peace.
A vintage ad claims Freezone quickly removes hard and soft corns and calluses with no pain by applying a tiny amount from a bottle sold by druggists. It touts a Cincinnati genius as the discoverer and emphasizes low cost.
Cholera spreads in Theodosia Crimea with about 67 cases and 31 deaths in two weeks. Dr. Nicholas Dolgopoloff named Medical Director for the American Red Cross aiding Russian authorities. Infected soldiers arrive from the Caucasus. A district clean-up and smallpox prevention orders are in effect.
Athens resident W. S. Reynolds of 120 W Union St credits Doan's Kidney Pills with curing a yearlong lumbago and kidney trouble. He bought them at Cline's Pharmacy and three boxes restored health. price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, N Y, manufactures.
A Norwegian researcher reports a combined electrolysis and evaporation method to extract salt from seawater and notes that the government will promote the setup of salt plants within Norway promising industrial support and development.
Alkali in soaps and shampoos is injurious, drying the scalp and making hair brittle. The recommended remedy is a pure cocoanut oil shampoo, grease free and cheap, easily prepared by rubbing a spoonful into damp hair. It produces rich lather, cleanses well, rinses out, and leaves hair soft, fluffy, and easy to manage while removing dust and dandruff.
A vintage pattern notice offers dress options in gingham checks or seersucker with plain trim in white or a contrasting collar. Linen gabardine khaki and drill fabrics are suggested for the design. The pattern is cut in seven sizes from 34.
The Alexander Township board of education on June 5 adopted the state salary schedule for teachers. Athens county boards unanimously support better pay to attract quality teachers and urge voters to approve the three mill school levy in the August election to fund efficient schools. County Superintendent Root says the measure ties to avoiding underpaid staff and urges full support to maintain state aid and avoid later bonds. The state superintendent warns districts that failing to levy beyond 18.5 mills will lose state aid and face eight months of schooling mandates.
The notice lists bust sizes 36 38 40 42 44 and 46 inches with measurements. Size 38 needs 5 yards of 44 inch fabric. The skirt lower edge width is about 15 yards. A pattern from this illustration can be mailed to any address for 12 cents in one cent stamps.
A Cannellsville resident reports Dreco eased nervous back pains, joint stiffness, constipation, and headaches after a few doses. He regained energy, improved appetite, and plans to continue a second bottle. The product contains herbal juices, not mercury or mineral additives, and is sold by The Cline Pharmacy Co.
An ad for P D Q a chemical from Owl Chemical Co Terre Haute Ind. claims it kills bed bugs roaches fleas and cooties including eggs and prevents damage to clothing. A quart package with a patent spout costs around and a hospital size five gallons is offered through Cline's Pharmacy.
Chuck Wiggins of Indianapolis scored a decisive victory over Bob Moha in Cincinnati during a ten round set. Milwaukee action last night saw Moha fare better but fail to floor Wiggins.
Colombia launches its first air service linking coastal cities with rapid journeys. The new route cuts travel from the coast to Bogota to eight hours, compared with ten days by land.
A circular found in a car led Mr. T. C. Bradshaw of Franktown Maryland to try Nerv Worth. He reports relief from stomach bloating gas poor sleep and nervousness after using the remedy. Endorsements claim quick non habit forming relief with a money back guarantee via McKee Drug Co. and major druggists.
Council votes six to one to allow Ohio University to tunnel a heating system under University Ter race and Park Place, conditioned on a bond and a contract that preserves street condition. Service Director Williams and Attorney Rowland figures loom. a needed contract to suit the service director is required.
Berlin reports revised figures from 20 districts of 32 show Nationalists 26 seats Volkespartei 29 Centrists 13 Democrats 18 Majority Socialists 41 Independents 42 and Communists 22, signaling a drift toward both wings though unreported districts could shift Centrists. A separate note claims hybrid cows from crossbreeding African zebu bulls with American and Venezuelan stock yield more milk and better beef than northern tropical cows.
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