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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1905
Page
8
Mothers across the United States describe Peruna as the reliable remedy for spring and summer ailments in children. They claim it quickly relieves catarrhal and digestive conditions without harm, contrasts with changing doctors, and many testimonials praise its effectiveness for young patients.
A decades old Peruna promotion touts the tonic as a universal preventive and cure for catarrh and related ailments. Testimonials from Mrs Thresa Rooke and others claim it safeguards children and adults, aids colds and stomach issues, and is essential in every home. Correspondence is kept confidential.
Edward Otto of St. Paul Minnesota reports his oldest son recovered from illness after trying Peruna after several doctors failed. He credits the tonic with saving the boy and says they keep Peruna in the house and never need a doctor now.
Dr and Mrs L L Jones of Athens hosted guests in Albany while several families exchanged visits across Ohio towns including Columbus, Pomeroy, Dayton, Byers, Athens and Nelsonville. Notable mentions include Eva Moree at the C K state convention and Fred Lawrence visiting relatives in Albany.
The article argues Peruna is harmless and non narcotic, usable long term without risk of drug habit. It claims steady, lasting relief from catarrh by addressing its cause, noting many homes have used Peruna for twenty years and that would be impossible if it contained narcotics.
Miss Phoebe Brown returned home after eight months in the west. Archer Brown received baptism and joined the church. Rev. Moore preached and led communion last Sabbath. M. Wingett, treated at Mt. Carmel Hospital for rheumatics, is now at his daughter Mrs. Geo. Troutman’s home near Bourneville. The note ends with local advertisements for The Globe Cafe and Laird & Co.
Family expresses gratitude to friends for kindness during illness and after the death of their wife and mother H. L. Wheaton.
Chadwell of the 28th A. S. Infantry left Millfield after three months with his parents at home in town. Mr. G Zimmerman and Miss Edyth Price visited friends Sunday. Mrs. J A Earich is listed as sick. Mrs. H Hayes and her two daughters of Columbus are visiting her parents here. E H Learned of Corning visited last week. Miss Addie Finserwald of Athens visited Roma Dent Sunday. Several residents joined the Maccabee excursion to Columbus Saturday.
Round trip excursion tickets on sale on selected summer dates via the Rock Island System. Travel out through Colorado with Yellowstone Park visits and return via El Paso, or reverse route. Long return limit and cheap side trips to many interests. Details from J R Rockdalek Shaear Traffic Manager Rock Island System Chicago.
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