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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1919
Page
4
Senator Lodge urges discussion of the Peace Conference draft for a League of Nations Constitution. He argues it should be refined not discarded, to avoid chaos and allow amendments to make it workable and acceptable to all sides.
Fifty percent of discharged soldiers fall behind on monthly premiums. The government will simplify payments, base rates on private insurers, and cover most administrative costs. Six policy types will be offered. delinquents risk losing coverage and paying higher future rates. Payments to the War Risk Bureau in Washington will be accepted, with options for monthly, quarterly, or longer periods.
The text argues that reform will come from business people who act as doers and salesmen, guiding public opinion and institutional growth. It notes thinkers talk without action, while businessmen increasingly shape reform by using money and influence to build and protect institutions. It questions how many businessmen actively contribute to civic affairs today.
The Goshen Indiana city council met and in eight minutes heard reports, took action, arranged payments, and adjourned. The writer praises councils that stay focused on business, hoping more councils adopt this productive approach.
Dublin leader Sir Horace Plunkett says Ireland should stay a part of the British Empire while pursuing a proper measure of self government within that commonwealth. The stance reflects a cautious approach to Ireland’s political future.
A Canadian official predicts the population will reach 50 million in the coming years. The statement also urges Americans to keep cultivating Canadian markets, which are already more valuable to the United States than those of any other country.
A dated household menu lists breakfast items like cereal with Brah, grapefruit buttered toast, eggs and coffee. Lunch features sunburst eggs, potato salad, prune pudding, and mixed vegetables. dinner includes nut loaf and tomato rice broth with creamed potatoes. A recipe section covers scalloped oysters, apple and celery salad, and sunburst eggs plus soap-saving tips.
A collage of quips and anecdotes on work, draft evasion, and social misfires. Crowder critiques chatter as men fear slackers, while playful exchanges poke fun at manners of speech, romance, and mistaken identity.
Washington county organized July 27 1788 is the oldest Ohio county. It initially included nearly half the state and all eastern Ohio to Cleveland. Hamilton was the second county. Noble was the last, formed March 11 1851 from Monroe Washington Morgan and Guernsy. Ashtabula 710 sq mi is largest. Lake 232 sq mi smallest. Campbell hill near Bellefontaine is Ohio highest at 1550 ft. Lowest land is Hamilton county about 420 ft. Lake Hike at 654 ft. Marietta and Cleveland share same elevation.
The piece recalls Benjamin Franklin’s initial misgivings about the Constitution yet his ultimate decision to sign it. It suggests that many U S senators may follow Franklin’s example and approve or change their views as crucial tests arise regarding the League of Nations.
A brief observes that the congressional interim is already producing results, with the atmosphere cooling and public tensions easing as lawmakers implement measures and observers note a stabilizing trend.
A Newark man recounts rapid relief from indigestion after using Dr Parker's Treatment for Indigestion and Constipation. The testimonial notes weight gain from 111 to 144 pounds and praises the product's guarantee and availability at druggists.
New casualty totals show 330 names across action, wounds, and other categories. Killed in action twelve. died of wounds forty eight. died from accident thirty. airplane accident five. disease one hundred forty four. Missing in action two. wounded severely eighty five. wounded undetermined sixty seven. wounded slightly thirty three. One southern Ohio man, John Bigham of Lancaster, was listed as missing but returned to duty.
A vintage medicine ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as quick relief for stuffed head and nose. It claims it opens passages, stops discharge, relieves headache, feverishness, sore throat, sneezing, and stiffness after two hour doses for three doses, costing only a few cents and needing no substitute.
Residents and visitors from Athens Vincent Carthage Wellston and Canaanville were seen in town events and family gatherings this week. Notable entries include Mrs Hattie Ogg visiting L B Poston, Frank VanDyke staying with his grandmother Mary VanDyke, J W Wilson visiting Athens, and Miss Fauna Linscott calling on Misses Mary and Georgia Poston.
Union resident Mr Leonard Harris of Westerville visited the home of Mrs A L Pearl Love and family in Rock Ripple and others including Joseph Mrs Marie White of Peach Ridge visited father Hiram and family. Don Gabriel and son LeRoy of Athens were visiting William's home.
Kasson Harb a once Italian born farmer from Ledi and Dover townships in Athens county reported to police that he was robbed in Toledo by confidence men. The single man, known for thrift, claimed a loss of $10,000 in War Savings Stamps and cash. James Day of Chauncey provided details.
Columbus wrestler Cliff Binckley at 192 pounds fails to throw Thor Olsen, 166 pounds, within sixty minutes in a handicapped bout watched by a fair crowd. Olsen breaks holds and gains advantage at times, but Binckley cannot clinch the required two throws before time expires.
A prominent writer asserts women are naturally despondent though low mood may stem from bodily illness. The piece markets Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as addressing the root cause, tone restoration, and a return to normal health for women.
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets, a mild candy cathartic, for children with constipation. It claims to cleanse the stomach liver and bowels, reduce fever and biliousness, and restore cheerful, active play by morning. Directions accompany each ten cent package.
Fragmentary notice about kidney weakening and health concerns with garbled phrases and scattered names. no clear event, date, or attributed organization readable.
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