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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1919
Page
4
A critical editorial mocks Kaiser Wilhelm II after exile, recounting his supposed feats sawing logs and hunting, then exposing the staged nature of the tasks as prearranged by assistants and workers. The piece lampoons his pretensions and belated heroic image.
The War Department endorses exhaustive congressional investigation into war management. Secretary Baker says Congress must probe billions in expenditure and will cooperate fully. The piece argues investigations aid the two party system and accountability for all administrations.
A collection of humorous anecdotes about Rome legends and a rent collector, a snowy painting critique, a studio thief, and a Garfield era student tale. The quips hinge on wordplay, misdirection, and light social observation, ending with a line about shaping a person like a squash.
The Halifax Chronicle reprints opinions noting Field Marshal von Hindenburg’s claim that on September 29 1918 he urged Chancellor Prince Max of Baden to seek an immediate peace offer, explaining the German drive to end the war ahead of the November Armistice.
Ruth Cameron recounts a talk about delaying life choices while aging parents loom. An eldest mother told her daughter to live now, not wait for the parent’s death. The speaker warns against using age or illness as a lever to restrain loved ones and cautions against intergenerational neglect.
A reflective verse lauds the restful gloaming and its soothing effect on nerves. It contrasts daytime bustle with twilight calm, praising gentleness, gratitude, and a wish to embrace neighbors gathered near the dwelling. The scene evokes stars overhead and Luna at work as night settles.
Practical recipes using leftover beef and gravy to stuff peppers and bake as a casserole. Date pudding combines nuts dates and bread crumbs. a tomato colored apple salad, date custard, vegetable soup without stock, and a light egg beer drink are also described as easy, nourishing options.
The Macedonian front collapse left no reserves for the Western Front as German morale waned. Casualty toll in the final weeks proves a hopeless defeat, acknowledged in confidential German documents. Propaganda affected morale, but Marshall Foch and allied armies earned the victory.
Weimar reports Premier Clemenceau's reply to the allies' counter proposals was harsh and gruff. German peace delegates, returning from Versailles, were told crowds jeered and stones wounded two members. Cabinet to meet tomorrow to study extracts of the reply. Also noted, invention of hollow metal floats for row boats to prevent sinking.
An old advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a reliable herbal tonic for women worn out by pain nervousness or dizziness. The copy promotes papoose root Blue Co and claims a trial pack by mail from Buffalo New York with testimonials praising weight gain strength and recovery.
Mrs Jane Morrison of Athens visited her granddaughter Mrs Lucile Showalter. Families from Athens Glouster Stewart Canaanville and Logan dropped by for gatherings and meetings. Children's Day at Presbyterian church scheduled June 25 with an invited program.
Mrs. M J Jenne returns from Columbus visiting her son. Broadwell trips by C G Ladd and B L Frost. Ohio University spring term ends with students returning home. Marietta visits by Mr and Mrs Olmer Hatch. Ice cream social planned at Fairview church next Saturday. Several residents and relatives travel between Marietta Belpre Athens Clarksburg Loveland Shade and Stewart. Mrs Paulina Patton improves after illness.
The legislature defined intoxicating beverages as drinks containing more than half a percent alcohol. An amendment to dry enforcement bills was approved for future passage. A inventor in Indiana created a device to instantly measure shoulder angles for tailors.
The Mexican government regards the border crossing by American troops pursuing Villa bandits as a breach of Mexican sovereignty. General Candido Aguilar, confidential ambassador to the United States, stated this in a formal statement.
Advertisement emphasizes Beecham's Pills to relieve liver distress with a few doses. It promotes quick improvement in head pressure stomach upset bad taste and sluggish digestion by stimulating the liver aiding the stomach and bowels. The copy highlights prompt relief and rapid return to feeling well.
A study notes the bark of the black mangrove grows abundantly in The Bahamas and yields an excellent tanning material for leather making.
A refined cocoanut oil shampoo is described as greaseless and gentler than common soaps. It moistens hair with water and a small amount creates rich lather that cleanses scalp and hair without drying or causing damage. It leaves hair soft, bright, and easy to manage and is inexpensive to buy.
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