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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1920
Page
5
Classified notice lists a Ford touring car in good condition and a Buick related offer from Athens County Buick Co. plus a Davidson motorcycle and a three speed mag bicycle with good tires. Bargain prices be available now. buyers urged to call for details.
The June tragedy in Havana unfolds with an explosion during an opera causing multiple deaths. Report then reveals Caruso’s wine cellar was robbed in the same incident era, adding a crime twist to the unrest.
Oats quoted around 36 dollars per bushel with a Clover seed price of 25. Butter and eggs show lower or steady levels while hay runs about 2.30. Cattle market prints 3000 head with calves steady and sheep receipts at 12000 as prices edge higher for wool and cows in a slow market.
Cattle receipts show varied prices with lower tone and mixed quality. Prices range from about 10.00 to 16.80 for prime and other grades as buyers assess offerings at the levee amid market softness.
A violent midnights brawl at Utley and Magan Newverte leaves Charles Fee in serious condition. Reports say a long standing feud between two men sparked the melee with a fatal first blow and the assailant fled.
Boston June 14 hundreds of letters and telegrams pour in praising the publican nominee. The messages express broad support and warm wishes as the political race enters a new phase.
A brief note of gratitude expresses thanks to friends and neighbors for the kindness shown during a time of illness and recovery, highlighting appreciation for visits messages and prayers.
Mrs Emma Allen Hanes of Akron remains in critical condition at Aultman hospital after a Saturday afternoon vehicle accident in North Canton. Initial reports say she was found unconscious with little chance of recovery, though she still lives.
In Akron, Billy the mule-like character is tied to a water pump by firemen. They scrub him with brushes and flood him, then a planned untying leads Billy to crash through a door and chase a fireman through the engine house before the chase ends.
The writer reflects on melancholy and inner turmoil after a morning at home. A visit from Aunt Cecilia, plans to meet Cecil at the Metropolitan, and hopes for a peaceful day fade into sketches of friendship, engagement news, and the pressures of girlhood and social expectations.
A fifteen year old girl writes about dating a boy her age. She asks if going out with him is harmful and how to judge a friend’s true feelings. Mrs Thompson advises caution, observation of treatment, and handling conflicts without nagging or blame.
A fragment discusses confidence in a savings institution focusing on real estate with careful appraisals. It mentions Buckeye State Building and Loan Co located at Rankin Building, 22 West Gay Street, Columbus.
A reader asks for a cure for freckles including advice on tanning and a homemade bleaching remedy. The note warns against improper skin bleaching and suggests a nightly treatment with lactic acid glycerin and rose water, while noting possible irritation.
A brief sports item notes Jimmy as yesterday's standout score producer at the scoreboard event. Details on team, opponent, or exact figures are not provided in readable text.
Notice states the board will sell bonds under section 8358-160 to raise funds for sharpe ventures. Bonds will be offered at less than value with interest and reserves set. Clerk of the Board, Towns, dates June 14 1920.
An opaque excerpt discusses choosing between dependence and independence, noting money as a constraint and urging a resolve to live with growing needs. The passage blends gendered language and abstract ideas about livelihood and survival without clear events or names.
In Athens County a sale by Clarence Geyer lists several horses including a 10 year old black horse, a 6 year old peony mare, a 9 or 8 year old pair of mares, and a 5 year old coming mare. Also offered are a black pony mare, two heavy double work harness, bridles and collars. Sale begins at 1 PM rain or shine.
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