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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1919
Page
4
The article urges cooperation over antagonism in forming worldwide peace amid League of Nations debate. It argues that focusing on common points and accepting changes through fair discussion can produce a workable constitution acceptable to nations, including the United States.
The article urges Americans to consider the new revenue bill and Victory Liberty loan. It argues taxes are unavoidable to fund World War I, warning Uncle Sam will take what is needed and promising repayment with interest. It emphasizes civic duty and personal cost.
The article notes Chaplin, once famed for custard pies and slapstick, hints at turning from crude pie throwing to more refined cinema. It observes his standing as a top artist and predicts better, more discriminating work from him and other stars.
The Red Cross plans to photograph graves of soldiers abroad to send to families home. Four small mounted photos with wooden crosses and wreaths will accompany explanations of each death, a touching effort reflecting deep patriotism and comfort for grieving kin. The piece also notes debates about Ireland, self government, and race matters in the era, contrasting isolationist views with calls for reform and unity.
A readable page offers breakfasts and lunches including rye bread eggs coffee and fruit, then a dinner plan with stuffed steak creamed potatoes cabbage salad and cream pie. Recipes include Stuffed Flank or Round Steak with breadcrumb stuffing, Topey-Turvy Salad, Potato Soup, Squash Pie, plus practical tips on ironing curtains, bacon rind quality, and drying a sweater in an oven for shape retention.
A short piece recounts Frank a young colored stevedore in France carrying anvils two at a time, slipping from a gangplank and pleading for a rope while in water. It then notes Elsie Alder, a foreign prima donna, touring the Midwest after a language mishap in a restaurant over bacon and eggs.
The Greenville Treaty led by General Wayne on August 8, 1796 with chiefs Tarhe Blue Jacket Little Turtle and others set a whites market boundary from the mouth of the Cuyahoga down to the Ohio River near Indiana. It ceded eastern and southern Ohio for goods and annual payments. The next major Ohio treaty was Maumee Rapids on September 29, 1817, ceding most of the north and west of the Greenville line. Subsequent pacts included Ft Industry 1806 Detroit 1807 second Greenville 1814 and St Mary 1818 with smaller reservations finalized through 1842.
An Ohio editorial from December 1918 critiques the Smith Law of 1911, arguing it worsened school finances by limiting tax rates, increasing public debt, and shifting burdens to bonds. It cites Auditor of State data showing dramatic debt growth and bonds absorbing a large share of tax revenue, leaving little for public needs.
An advertisement touts Bio-feren as a powerful tonic to rebuild strength and brain energy after influenza. It contains iron, lecithin, gentian, and glycerol phosphate among ingredients and claims two tablets after meals plus one at night for seven days or until full recovery. Drugstores offer a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
A 1919 Ohio critique argues the Smith Law benefits money lenders and bondholders through tax exemptions on mortgages and bonds. It warns that classifying intangible property could lower taxation for the wealthy, increases public debt, and diverts funds from schools and public needs. The piece urges repeal of the Smith Law and stacking taxes into public enterprises.
Washington dispatch reports 300 casualties listed with breakdowns for killed in action died of wounds died from accident and disease wounded severely missing in action and other categories. Southern Ohio names include Guy Evener of Nelsonville Hughey Backenstee of Washington and C Vernon Acton of Frankfort among the wounded.
Merwin Bryson of Ohio University spent the weekend with his parents. Mrs. Orlo Ogg of Watertown visited her daughter. Mrs. Guy Van Dyke and Mrs. Boudinot hosted guests including Mr. Smith and Mrs. Ethel Saylor and baby Robert from Amesville. The Grandstaff family, Connie Van Dyke, and Hattie Ogg shared dinner with others. George France nearby. Beaumont and Jacksonville residents visited their mother Sunday. Athel Broadwell church services attended by locals. Andrews of Amesville stay with granddaughter Maude Brawley. John Parmiter visited his daughter near Stewart.
West Virginia railroad workers protest the proposed state constabulary law in Charleston declaring the bill aims to thwart union goals during wartime. The organized labor stance labels the measure a threat to worker rights and loyalty during the war era.
Greece intends to convert its extensive lignite deposits into briquets to replace coal, signaling a major shift in energy strategy. This bold move follows historical milestones in West Virginia legislation and industrial development.
An advertisement touts Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild remedy for constipation and liver sluggishness. It claims the product supports natural bowel and liver function without forcing action, noting benefits like fresher breath and improved vitality.
A health advisory promotes internal sanitation by drinking hot water with limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse the bowels. It claims this internal bath removes toxins, prevents headaches and biliousness, and improves overall health more than external bathing.
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