This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1919
Page
4
In a call to national effort, the piece urges citizens to finance Uncle Sam’s Victory Liberty loan to capitalize postwar opportunities. It emphasizes rapid industry, higher wages, thrift, and a united push to lend all possible dollars to spur America’s prosperity and prevent self-blame for skipped gains.
The text argues Lent should be viewed as a universal guideline rather than a strictly religious obligation. It suggests abstaining from certain foods in winter, aligning diet with modern nutrition for heartier meals and better health.
The article recounts a Toledo worker fooled into handing over bank funds by a confidence man who hid cash in a box and kept a key. It warns banks remain secure and criticizes flimsy banking rhetoric while urging financial prudence and education for natives and foreigners alike.
The American Express Company launches an education drive on packing small geodes and other items. It urges employees to teach patrons proper wrapping to protect goods during transit and reduce avoidable breakage, noting German trade success from meticulous packing.
This item surveys Ohio election reforms from 1680 to 1914 including adoption of direct primaries in 1912 and the shift of state and local elections from October to November. It notes the Australian ballot first used in Ohio in 1891 and the abolition of nominating conventions in 1912. The piece critiques party emblems on ballots and praises direct candidate selection. It also alludes to war fund campaigns, liquor legislation debates, and German naval issues, with satirical remarks on prices and a general wartime mood.
A page lists breakfast items and a long section on salads and menu planning. Recipes include Spring Salad variations with beans celery walnuts and mayonnaise dressings, plus Apple and Liberty salads. Also details on a balanced daily menu and tips for hanging pictures to keep frames straight.
A collection of light vignettes features an antiques dealer presenting a famed but worn violin, a hygiene lecturer's failing quiz, Mrs. Dibbs stopping lectures after a single question, Old Jenkins railing at having his plate moved to a new church, and a parish event disrupted by a one armed replacement.
Casualty lists show 357 names with categories including killed in action and wounded. The report notes 220 casualties on Sunday lists with several named Southern Ohio men and two wedding permits for Joe Kanocz and Elisabeth Gail in Hollister, both to be married by Rev. Mills.
The piece condemns German deceit and urges vigilance against subversive efforts. It calls on readers to defend liberty bonds and stay prepared to buy more during the Victory Liberty Loan drive in April.
A Sunday patrol netted more than forty speeders and violators in a city effort. Officers cited drivers for speeding and other infractions amid mild spring weather and light traffic conditions.
An Oklahoma City librarian announces a new literary program at the city library, highlighting space for readers and community access to books and resources. The release emphasizes outreach and educational opportunities for residents.
Mrs. Margaret Chase attempted to lecture on birth control in Chicago but her baby disrupted the event. The report notes the audience and Mrs. Chase facing an unintended disturbance during the talk on family planning.
Mr. and Mrs. Colonel Leslie moved to Athens on Lincoln street. Mrs. Fin Cook and Mrs. Alfred Wetklow were Wednesday guests of Mrs. Shreves. Agnes Davis was at Athens day. William Moore, Erwin Tauffer and John Gabriel were Athens visitors. Mrs. J. W. Hawk and son Fletch, and Merwin Stauffer with wife and baby were Athens shoppers Friday.
G L Kerr of Roo speaks in Beeton about cutting shoe costs for workers who walk on cement. He advocates a Benin Soles bow for long wear and cites echoes of broad support among Nealin members.
The article promotes beauty as a result of good health and physical well being. It touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a temperance tonic and nervine for women, available in liquid or tablet form, and offers a mail order option from Buffalo New York. It also advises cleansing the intestinal tract with castor oil or Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets made from May-apple aloe jalap root and sugar coated.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.