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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1920

Page

8

No profiteering in my remedy says Dr Jones

Sufferers from lumbago stiff neck and rheumatic pains may still get Houstonic at old price. Dr Jones of St Charles Ohio says the remedy remains affordable with 4 oz bottles for 25 cents 8 oz for 50 cents and 20 oz mammoth for $1.00. Obtain from your druggist today and fight winter aches.

Houstonic Dr. Jones St. Charles Ohio Houstonia al Jones Jones Sloan

Daisy Bell Seeks to Buy Billy Whiskers Kids

Daisy Bell and her father persuade Farmer Windlass to sell his two kids Billy and Nanny’s children to satisfy her desire. Nanny’s happiness is shattered as the deal closes, depriving her of the babies and leaving followers eager for the next installment.

Billy Whiskers Daisy Bell Jong Papa Daisy Bell Farmer Windlass Nanny Billy Mr. Windlass

Jealousy and infidelity amid Hammonds Corners tales

A fragment from a Hammonds Corners serial centers on Mrs Pardoe and Agatha Green discussing jealousy marriage and a wife's burden. They debate whether faithful husbands can be kept by women and admire Nat Green and Rosamond Shale while hinting at ongoing secrets in the little house by the blacksmith's. The narrator notes the drama will continue.

Rose Green Bridge Works Jim Agatha Green Nathaniel Rudolph Green Lillian Russell Sarah Bernhardt Lady Duff Gordon Queen Cleopatra Rose Nat Green Rosamond Shale Nat Mrs. Pardoe Agatha P Tom Green Thomas Rosamond Hammonds Corners

Aunt Cecilia Visits Bring Talks of Ted Sloan Pair

Diary entry describes an evening with Aunt Cecilia and old friends Ted Sloan and wife. The Sloan couple are artists living studio life, admired by the writer who notes Jack’s attitudes toward smoking, flirtation, and propriety. Observations include Mrs Sloan’s look, dances, and a flirtatious artist guest, with plans to discuss marriage and autonomy.

Cecilia Jack Ted Sloan Dorry Ted Mother Nessa Nessa Sloan Mrs. Sloan Aunt Cecilia Mr. Sloan

Sterling and Mark Quotes Rise in New York Exchange

The nominal demand sterling quoted at 3.6714 dollars, up two cents, with marks at 0.0215 dollars.

New York

Stomach Trouble Has Disappeared

A Binghamton woman recovering from stomach trouble finds relief through a tonic that improves blood quality. Impoverished blood and poor digestion are linked, and the remedy aims to energize gastric glands and restore proper digestion and nourishment.

Binghamton

Stomach trouble cured by Dr Williams Pink Pills cited by Mrs Polhamus

Mrs Mary D Polhamus of Binghamton New York recounts a long illness with indigestion bloating and dizziness. After trying many medicines she credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with rapid relief and restored appetite strength and sleep. A free booklet is offered and pills sold at 60 cents a box by the Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady New York.

Mary D. Polhamus Chenango Street Binghamton N. Y Dr. Williams Dr. Williams Medicine Co Schenectady

Leap Year Proposal Dilemma in Long Courtship

A city woman, 22, writes about a 6 year relationship with a bashful 24 year old who has never spoken of marriage. She wonders if leap year offers a chance for her to propose. Sunshine advises patience, noting his age and devotion, and suggests dating others but not pressing him to wed.

Local Notes From Clark's Chapel and Nearby Towns

Mrs. Sarah Knight moves to Greenwood West Virginia. Cray and Person buy timber land locally. Frank Nelson shifts his mill from Hughes River to a new sawing site. Mrs. Charles Day returns from Charleston after wintering with her sons. Foreman sells Troy township farm to F. H. Fair. Ballard leaves Messenger farm to move to Ireland beyond Coolville. Pearl Gaston assists Mrs. Gordon. Charles Day checks oil and gas leases in Carthage township. W. Stout of Coolville spends time on his farm.

Sarah Knight Greenwood W. Va Person and Cray Frank Nelson Hughes River Charles Day Charleston Foreman Troy Township F. H. Fair Ballard Messenger Ireland Coolville Miss Pearl Gaston

Milks Emulsion touted as a cure in health ad

A testimonial claims Milks Emulsion cured a severe pneumonia recovery from weakness, chest pain, and sleepless nights. The ad promises the product builds up blood and tissues, improves appetite and digestion, is pleasant to take, and offers a six bottle guarantee with refunds if unsatisfied. Sold by druggists nationwide and guaranteed by several pharmacies.

Terre Haute Ind Cline Pharmacy Co Athens L. J. Eberle Nelsonville

A Pretty Frock for the Growing Girl Pattern 3172

Describes pattern 3172 for a growing girl with four sizes 8 10 12 and 14 years A 12 year size requires 4% yards of 36 inch material Suitable fabrics include voile batiste lawn organdie with lace edging and insertion also attractive in taffeta chalice crepe and charmeuse Pattern illustration mailed for 12 cents in stamps

Sage and Sulphur Compound for Darker Hair

Old time hair darkening recipe touts Wyeth Sage and Sulphur Compound as a simple at home solution. The ad claims it restores natural color and shine without obvious darkening, with gradual results after repeated use.

Wyeth

Camp operations planned year round to fulfill orders

The company plans to run the camp all year and possibly fill all orders by July 1. Any order, even a pint, will be considered and delivered in Athens county by Ray Burch and Elza Hill in their large auto trucks. Send orders to Alva Forbes, the salesman.

Athens County Ray Burch Elza Hill Alva Forbes

Local residents host guests and visitors in Stewart and Athens

Mr Clare Norris of Stewart spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Charley Norris. Mr Leslie Petty made a business trip to Coolville. Mrs E D Morris visited daughter Mrs Burt Lonas in Athens. Ward McLain of West Virginia stayed with sister Mrs John Frost. Herman Grubb was in Frost recently. Julia Wright visited Mrs Clyde Richardson Friday. Mr and Mrs E C Russell were Athens visitors. Leslie Petty visited Avery Chalfant. Everett Russell family visited Dan E Johnson’s sister in Chauncey. Mear Norris and daughter visited Stewart. they returned home Sunday. Clara Lenas and daughter Anna of Athens return home after visiting E D Morris family. You can't come back if you've never been.

Clare Norris Stewart Charley Norris Leslie Petty Coolville E. D. Morris Burt Lonas Athens Ward McLain West Virginia John Frost Herman Grubb Frost Julia Wright Clyde Richardson E.C. Russell Avery Chalfant Everett Russell Chauncey Dan E. Johnson Mear Norris Clara Lenas Anna

Sugar Camp Boom At Willow Creek Led By Crawford McClanahan

Willow Creek Ohio March 16 The Willow Creek sugar camp opened by Jim Crawford and John McClananhan with Alva Forbes as salesman has drawn strong investor interest. Officers include Charley Mansfield secretary Albert Crawford treasurer and Forbes salesman. Shares are selling quickly with buyers eager to participate in the booming venture.

Willow Creek Alva Forbes Jim Crawford John McClanahan Charley Mansfield Albert Crawford

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