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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1920

Page

6

Night and Day Follow Daisy to New Kind Mother

Billy learns Night has followed Day and both lambs go missing. Mr Windlass searches Bell's farm, then Daisy arrives with Night and Day safe in her care. Night could not abandon his twin sister, and the pair are found together by Daisy. (Tomorrow Day and Night find a new mother.)

Nanny Billy Mr. Bell Daisy Mr. Windlass Bell’s Bell's Saalfield Publishing Co Akron, O

Waiting mother confronts jealousy over Rose Green

in a diary style scene a pregnant narrator battles imagined infidelity as Jim returns late from the bridge works with Rose Green at his gate. Jim reassures her kissing her and explains Rose seeks to move to New York while he offers advice and introductions. The tale ends with a cliffhanger as they plan dinner and the question of motive lingers.

Jim Rose Green Agatha Pardoe Roge Green Jimmie New York

Paris Trip Delayed by Wedding Plans and Family Debate

A young woman favors marrying in September to allow a three month European trip with Jack and Aunt Cecilia. Her mother resists such independence and argues girls should not rush from childhood into grown affairs, while the fiancée plans the westward tour.

Dad Paris London Jack Cecilia

Sage and Sulphur Compound Restores Dark Hair Color

Revival of a folklore remedy Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound is advertised as darkening gray hair naturally. The label claims subtle application with a sponge or brush, and that hair appears darker, shinier, and more abundant after use.

Wyeth

One Fool in the Family and the Veil of Illusion

A narrative fragment recalls a family scene where the speaker realizes a harmful joke fell on Aunt Cecilia as well as the speaker. The passage shows a plea to the mother to expose the truth behind the deception and its hurtful impact.

Cecilia Toba

Child Desertion: Woman Seeks Support and Custody Guidance

A divorced widow asks whether to sue her husband for child desertion or pursue court-ordered support. She notes his neglect of their three year old daughter, no contact or gifts, and that she must single-handedly support the child. The adviser urges court-ordered support if not covered by prior agreement and highlights his potential future regret.

Mrs. Thompson

Two Pals Seek Skin Care Advice from Mrs Thompson

Two high school friends ask Mrs Thompson for guidance on proper facial care for rough wind exposed skin. They seek a druggist recommended cold cream noted as skin food and advise washing with face soap and hot water each night, avoiding powder.

Man Saves Wife In Nick Of Time

A husband credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for saving his wife who suffered severe stomach and intestinal illness. He claims one bottle relieved catarrhal mucus and inflammation, aiding recovery and weight gain, with a money back guarantee. The ad cites McKee Drug Co. and druggists as distributors.

Man Wife Mayr McKee Drug Co

Maine Inventor Demonstrates Precision Shoe Last Measure

A Maine inventor introduces a precision instrument to test shoe lasts to one thousandth of an inch. The device promises accurate sizing and quality control for footwear production.

Maine

Sewing Club Dinner Honors Mrs Gunder Birthday

Coalville notes report Mrs G. Gunder hosted a six o clock dinner at her Main street home last Monday for her birthday. Guests enjoyed a repast and needlework conversations followed by gifts and emblems with carnation favors. Local residents tied to recent trips and illnesses are also mentioned.

G. 2. Gunder Sewing Club Main Street L. M. Walden Cincinnati O. F. Larson Hatfield, Ark J. A. Humphrey Athens Supt Alex Root Squire J. M. Tidd C. B. Harper Deulah Parkersburg Herbert Griffin Tuppers Plains Ella Jackson Pontean Okla J. M. Tewell Florence Davis

Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Promoted By Pharmacists

An Athens Messenger notice extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root, claiming broad cure claims for kidney liver and bladder ailments. It cites a prominent druggist and sworn testimonials and offers sample bottles by mail from Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y Athens Messenger

Pie Supper Benefits Harrisonville High School

A Friday night pie supper at the Town Fall raised funds for the local high school. Guests enjoyed music and a fine time. Several residents were noted in social updates including Ruth Haning returning to Shriver work, Esther Blaine visiting Mrs. Riley Lathey, and Mrs. Linnie Lathey improving after illness.

Ruth Haning Shriver Esther Blaine Riley Lathey Linnie Lathey William Davepent T. Os. Matheny Middleport Tioward Hull Tom Wells Methodist Church Callahan

Wife Aids Police in Fatal Shooting of Man in Cleveland

Mrs. Antony Vicario, 34, was arrested in Cleveland after confessing to the murder of 86 year old Leo Pampalone. Pampalone was shot multiple times with an automatic pistol after allegedly pursuing the woman and threatening violence unless she fled with him with her husband’s money.

Cleveland, O Antony Vicario Leo Pampalone Pampalone

New Cabinet Speeds X-ray Photo Development for Dentists

A new cabinet design promises almost automatic operation to rapidly develop X-ray photographs for dental use. The device aims to streamline workflow for dental offices and shorten turnaround times for patient imaging.

Cannot Praise this Remedy too Highly

A letter from Mrs. Charlie Taylor of Dillon South Carolina extols PE-RU-NA as a cure for catarrh and related ailments. She reports losing weight then regaining it after twelve bottles and urges others to take the remedy for coughs colds stomach and bowel trouble and to keep blood pure. The ad claims PE-RU-NA comes in tablet or liquid form and is widely available.

Eatonic Charlie Taylor Dillon S. C Peru-Na

State urges twelve weeks of training for teachers

State Superintendent Pearson informs county and city boards that emergency certificates will require twelve weeks of normal training. Older qualified applicants may be exempted. They urge first grade high school seniors to complete training this summer as salaries rise with the new School Revenues Bill.

Root State Superintendent of Public Instruction F. L B. Pearson Ohio

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children endorsement

Mothers seek relief for colds feverishness teething and stomach troubles as the ad touts Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children used for over 30 years and sold in all drug stores without substitutes. In Owensboro Kentucky Prohibition agents confront a case where a man arrested for drinking a prescription is not the patient the bottle labeled for.

Owensboro Prohibition Henry Stills

Nurse in Bowling Green Divorce Case Seeks Alimony

Mrs. E. R. Ellis denies throwing dishes or cruel treatment in the divorce suit filed by her husband J. R. Ellis. She asks $20,000 alimony. The couple, who met when he was a hospital patient, are parties in Kentucky court.

Bowling Green E. R. Ellis J. R. Ellis Ellis

Patent Attachment Lets Hack Saw Blade End Grip

An attachment for hack saws has been patented to grip the broken end of a blade and enable it to give more service.

Pomeroy Council Demands Water Company Compliance

Pomeroy officials adopt a resolution refusing to pay a $1000 water bill until the Meigs Water Company provides properly filtered, pure water. Citizens are urged to withhold payment under current conditions as fires reveal inadequate water pressure and quality concerns. The move aligns with Middleport in pressuring the utility to reform service.

Pomeroy Gendana Council Middleport Meigs Water Company

Reinforced concrete found in Sixteenth Century Paris walls

Architects examining ancient Paris structures report evidence that reinforced concrete was used in the Sixteenth century, indicating advanced building methods earlier than previously thought. The find suggests a more complex construction tradition in Renaissance Paris.

Paris

Chaplin Divorcing Mrs Chaplin Over Support

Comedian Charles Chaplin faces a divorce suit from Mildred Harris Chaplin after months of separation and failure to provide support. She says she does not want his money but must have support and that conditions must be remedied.

Los Angeles Cali Mar Wild West Charles Chaplin Mr. Chaplin

Cadomene Tablets Offer Relief for Exhausted Bodies

An advertisement touts Cadomene tablets as a real satisfying tonic for tired nerves and exhausted bodies sold by all druggists. Separately scientists in Madagascar experiment with native spider webs as a substitute for silk.

Madagascar

You Can't Rub It Away Rheumatism Blood Purifier Ad

An old advertisement touts S. S. S. as the only cure for rheumatism claiming liniments and local applications fail. It urges cleansing the blood to remove the disease and promises free medical advice from the Swift Laboratory in Atlanta Georgia.

SS. S Swift Laboratory Atlanta, Ga

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