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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1920
Page
2
An advertorial urges staying dry and hydrated to combat rheumatism. It claims uric acid from the bowels travels in the blood, stressing kidneys in damp cold. recommends four ounces of Salts daily for a week to flush uric acid, praising Jad Salts as a grape and lemon lithia drink for kidney support.
An advertisement urges protection against influenza urging use of Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds. Henry Willis of Sandy Point Texas testifies that after trying other medicines one bottle provided relief and calls it the best medicine he ever used. Contains no opiates.
A government laboratory in Europe has set up a hydraulic press rated at 4,000 tons of crushing force per square inch. The installation aims to test concrete samples and measure compression limits under high load conditions.
The Harding for president club in Athens County totals 384 members and expands its campaign network with a new committee and precinct chairs across townships and villages. Republicans meet March 26 to rally support and reaffirm a platform pledging votes for Harding delegates to the national convention.
A nostalgic reminiscence lists local pasts from the B O coal tipple trestle to the old Berry Cafe price, St Pauls on N Congress, Hebbardaville oil, the first Welsbach mantle, the Old Brown House site, and river life on the Hocking Shawanese names, rail excursion fares, and vanished street names.
B. H. Lester of Chauncey was taken to Grant Hospital in Columbus this week and underwent a very successful operation. He is reported improving nicely after weeks of illness from influenza and other complications. Mrs. Lester and their three children were confined to bed with the flu for several days.
Wednesday afternoon the Women’s Class at the First Christian Church on High street welcomed three new members Mrs. Ray Parry Miss Bailey and Mrs. Nehems Wemsley joining the group led by Mrs. L. C. Strausbaugh. Readings were given by Mrs. Hebel and Mrs. Gardner and a piano number was performed by Mrs. Floyd Nye. A luncheon with pretty appointments followed hosted by the hostess.
Charles Stenstrom a Peoria contractor says Tanlac reversed thirty years of stomach trouble rheumatism and kidney issues. He reports improved digestion sleep back pain relief and renewed strength enabling him to continue work and delay retirement. Tanlac available at The Cline Pharmacy Co. Athens and Taylor & Son Coolville.
The Bayer Cross thumb print marks genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin. The label warns against imitations and notes Bayer’s 18 years of physician trusted use. It promotes unbroken packages with directions for relief of colds headaches toothaches and other pains.
The First Christian Missionary Society met Thursday evening at Mrs. Floyd Nye’s home on High street. Devotional led by Mrs. Karns opened the program with two talks on Libel by Mrs. Leone Six and Mrs. Lloyd Pendergrass, followed by an able discussion led by Mrs. George Wilson. One new member, Mrs. Clarence Butts, joined. The society reports growing interest and invites all Christian Church members to attend.
Chauncey High School pupils and teachers held a public social and supper in Millfield on Friday evening. A large Chauncey turnout and Millfield crowd ensured all the cats were sold and the school realized a good sum.
Mrs. Peter Pendergrass has returned to her home here from Middleport where she was called by the serious illness of her daughter in law Mrs. Frank Pendergrass.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Sapp entertained last Monday evening at their Mill Street home for Eldon Sapps twelfth birthday anniversary. A good number attended and enjoyed a pleasant evening ending with dainty refreshments.
Mrs Preston Thompson formerly of Pella Tucker underwent a major operation at a Columbus hospital this week. Her condition was critical though the latest reports show improvement as relatives including her parents Mr and Mrs M B Tucker and sister Hildreth stay at her bedside in Chauncey.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist church held a Thursday meeting at Mrs. Ervin Pidcock’s home. Attendance was good and the all day session was profitable.
Mrs. George Smith and her daughter Mary from Belleville West Virginia are visiting her sister Mrs. Neal Helsel in Chauncey.
Mrs. Guy Gardner acted as hostess for a United States class gathering on Wednesday, with attendees sharing updates and plans for future sessions.
Mrs. Baron Haag of Cleveland visits Chauncey to spend a few days with her father Uriah Love and other relatives. Mrs. William Noble travels to Murray City this week due to the illness of his sister. Dr Robi E Nye went to Columbus Thursday morning returning to Chauncey in the evening.
President Ebert stated in a Dresden interview that Germany refuses to negotiate with Berlin revolutionists and questions the new Berlin government. He claimed the new rulers lack representative parity and hold power only temporarily.
A local resident describes a sty man as difficult to work with citing stubborn behavior and a volatile temperament. Neighbors report tense interactions and frequent disputes over routine tasks.
The Ladies Aid of Lawrence Chapel met on Thursday, March 11, at the Caldwell home. Twelve members attended, with six guests present. The morning was spent quilting, followed by a noon dinner. At three, the president called the meeting to order, a brief business session, and a short program with readings by Mrs Woode, Mrs E Fair, Mrs Rice, and Mrs L T Runion. Excell Fair invited everyone to meet at her home on April 8.
An old advertisement urges mothers to choose California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children. It promises a pleasant fruity taste and includes dose directions on each bottle, appealing to caregivers with assurances of harmless stomach relief.
Friday's gale knocked a barrel of brooms loose on Court street. A farm team owner unknown fled down the hill amid heavy traffic and crowds. The horses dodged near misses, turned onto State street, and were halted while racing uphill without serious injuries.
The government will take over the Osage Indian Nation oil district producing about 15 million barrels annually to ensure fuel oil for the navy shipping board and war department. A permanent policy aims to secure a steady supply, with royalties from government lands taken as crude oil. Officials warn of foreign purchases if prices remain unreduced.
The Athens County High School Teachers Association holds an afternoon meeting in Music Hall to thresh out grading and remotion standards. Topics include a county course of study, promoting outside study, and requiring pupils to deliver orations at commencements. M F Andrews of Glouster directs the assemblies to improve school management.
Mrs. 8. EB. Kinnan of Roseville Ohio says she takes cold easily and always keeps a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at home. She recommends the remedy for coughs and colds and promises relief and satisfaction.
Multiple transfers listed with buyers and sellers in Athens City and nearby townships. Properties include lots 735 2253 505 203 206 998 186 241 and tracts of 38 42 75 and 15 acres. Consideration mostly one dollar with occasional higher sums and affidavit notes.
Thomas Rodda a boiler maker and Grace Silcott of Nelsonville, and William Darnell a miner with Florence Bishop of Canaanville, received marriage licenses this morning from Probate Judge Phillips.
Foreign exchange quotations opened lower than Saturday's close in New York. Marks demand started at 0.1123 dollars, down 0.0014. sterling at 3.6514 dollars, down 0.0009. U S dollars on Canada steady at 1.03.
J G Moorman, a well known Athens decorator, credits Dreco with restoring his health after a severe nervous shock. He reports improved sleep heartier appetite less joint pain and reduced swelling in his ankles. Dreco, made from herbal extracts, is sold by local druggists and promoted by The Cline Pharmacy Co.
Chicago grain prices opened weaker as news of Germany's overthrow and a New York longshoremen strike weighed on corn and oats. May and July futures sold off early but later recovered with strong short covering. closing near unchanged after late selling pressure.
Public forum in Athens Ohio on March 18 1920 reviewed reports promotions and attendance. Teachers Edith Brohard Vern Syx Alice M Shannon Ida M Dévote Wesley Walturn Edna Braley Jille Duffee Ethel Anthony Sarah Stanley Mack Braley voted to adopt an adequate graduated salary schedule and urged union of teachers and boards for fair pay under the new revenue law.
Mrs. J. L. Jones of Kensington Pa reports lasting relief from a severe dry hacking cough after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy bought on a druggist's advice. The ad claims the remedy cured others and may help the reader.
Patents have been issued for an interchangeable aircraft power unit comprising a fasten wano motor fuel tanks and a single landing wheel.
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