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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
6
A fragment urges verifying the label to ensure the fruit flavored laxative brand is California Syrup of Figs. The piece also notes a New York item about a 19 year old high diver and a Milwaukee quote from a conscientious objector on US invasion fears.
A mischievous goat named Billy Jr causes a cabbage plate fire at a washerwoman’s shanty. He flees Knox Hill, reappears on a goat poster, outwits hunters, and leads two boys into a rope trap before slipping away to new mischief, with Saalfield Publishing noting copyright.
In a country luncheon with Jack Laura and Morgan, Laura reveals her romantic openness and tolerance for Morgan's bohemian lifestyle. Mrs Edmonds disapproves of Morgan, aiming to keep Laura conventional, while Laura embraces a freer life and renewed engagement with Morgan.
A married mother seeks guidance on leaving an abusive husband while caring for three children and a home. The adviser urges restraint, advises legal options, and suggests practical steps like limiting work, securing earnings, and building savings for the daughter while planning for future independence. A second reader asks about weight, dress, hair, and name meanings.
Robert Miller of 419 Market Street Louisville credits Tanlac with ending eight years of rheumatism and stomach trouble. He says he can now walk without a cane sleep soundly and regain weight as he considers resuming business. Tanlac sold locally by The Cline Pharmacy Co Coolville Taylor & Son Amesville and F W Gibson.
The text outlines weight targets for two figures and skirt lengths with shoe-top guidance. It then notes hair directions depend on features, followed by a list of personal names including Anna Grace Helen Ruth Elsie John and phrases like god of the oath and now free.
Boulogne June 18 The conference of premiers planned as a friendly tete-a-tete between Aillet land and Lloyd George is now a major allied meeting second in importance to Versailles The agenda centers on German indemnity with Belgium Italy and Japan invited to attend The talks aim to settle economic aspects of the peace treaty and avoid further postponement Germany will be informed of conclusions reached
In Chicago a Canadian bride Mrs. Marjory Paisley Borden sought her husband’s release from jail on charges including passing bogus checks in Toronto theft of a car in Rochester New York and a $50 speeding bond in Williamsville New York She visited her father and father in law to secure his release Also Milwaukee’s Albert Manpenny was ordered by Judge Schinz to pay $60 in back alimony after failing to support his ex wife and earn pennies he saved
Obituary notes the births of Malinda A Brooks on January 4 1847 in Athens County Ohio and Lewis V Howard on June 28 1851 in Athens County. It records their marriage July 18 1871 at Malta Morgan County Ohio and eight children including A L Brown C A Howard E D McKinley L H Blackwood Harry V Howard Morris Huffman and Ross Howard. Mrs Brooks died May 29 1920 at 73 years 4 months 25 days and Mr Howard died May 30 1920 at 60 years 11 months 2 days.
An advertise promising removal of freckles with Othine double strength. It claims an ounce applied twice daily will fade freckles and clear complexions, with a money back guarantee if it fails.
The family of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis V. Howard express sincere thanks for the loving kindness of friends and neighbors the beautiful flowers the singing and the comforting words of the minister in their dark hour of sorrow following the death of father and mother.
Elyria resident Clarence Lydon credits Nerv Worth with curing his digestion and nervous troubles. He says it rebuilt his strength, steadied sleep, and improved overall health. The tonic is advertised as safe, non habit forming, and available from McKee Drug Co. and other druggists with a money back guarantee.
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