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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1923

Page

6

Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Publicity Letter

Detroit Michigan resident Mrs. Junny Evans describes relief from female weakness backache and fatigue after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound nine bottles restored health and energy and enabled her to work again the testimonial urges others with displacements irregularities and nervousness to try the medicine citing reader letters as proof.

Detroit Michigan Lydia E. Pinkham Jowell Junny Evans Lapayette Blvd Lydia Sinkham

Winds of Death and a Hidden Banker's Past

In a London room, a woman learns her husband has reappeared in England under a false name after dangerous financial work in New York. A lawyer reveals his address in Mayfair and that he lies ill in a nursing home. At Jackson Street, she finds him altered, confessing a fatal confrontation with Hartley the banker and a needed, perilous future.

New York Finance England Mr. Younghusband Engtend Richard Peters Jackson Street Mayfair Law Society

Local notes and household updates from Stewart area

P Haybron works in Zanesville. Mr and Mrs Car Ogg visit relatives in Stewart. Mr and Mrs William Plummer moved from Philipsburg to the Glazier house on Spruce Run. Adults and children in the area suffer measles. William Plummer named sub supervisor for local roads and ditches. Measles spread among residents. Bromo Quinine tablets claim to relieve headaches from colds with tonic laxative and germ destroyer. signed FE W Grove.

P. Haybron Zanesville Car Ogg Stewart William Plummer Philipsburg Spruce Run FE. W. Grove Soc

Bertha Style Pattern For Girls In Five Sizes

Bertha style garments are stylish for children as well as adults. The pattern suits gingham crepe silk or voile and covers sizes 1 2 4 6 years. A 2 year size needs 2 yards of 42 inch material. Pattern mailed for 12 cents in stamps.

Prescription for Colds Fever and LaGrippe Speedy Remedy

A historical note touts a speedy remedy for colds and la grippes described as the most effective preventer of pneumonia. The claim emphasizes rapid relief and safety in a period medical advertisement style.

Community Guests Share Weekend Visits

Protts Fork Mr and Mrs A C Howatt and son of Athens were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Jessie Gilkey Mr and Mrs Floyd Williams of Floodwood were guests of Mr and Mrs Will Gilkey and family Sunday. Mr and Mrs Harley Pierce and daughter Carrol called on Mr and Mrs Atwood Grim Saturday evening. Little David Wingett who has been suffering with gatherings in his head was operated on by Dr Copeland Friday to relieve him of his suffering. He is somewhat relieved at the present time. Mr and Mrs Rich Williams and Delbert Williams of Floodwood spent the weekend with Mrs Jane Williams and family. Mr and Mrs Alex Sapp had as Sunday guests Mr and Mrs Pearl

A. C. Howatt and Rich Williams Delbert Williams W Floodwood Jane Williams Alex Sapp Pearl

Broadwell and Bailey Thuy Residents Return Home

Broadwell Mrs J R Rathburn visits Athens relatives. Leonard Ogg of Bailey Thuy was home over Sunday. The community is excited about work at Philo on the Muskingdom River. Nearly every male citizen emigrated and have all returned safely except W.

J. R. Rathburn Athens Leonard Ogg Bailey Thuy Philo Muskingdom River

Sapp Family and Neighbors Narrate Spring Visit Scenes

Sapp and children and Mr and Mrs Karl Sapp and family. Pearl Smith spent Saturday night with Mr and Mrs Elza Sapp of Athens. Elza Sapp of Athens has been on his farm for several days helping with spring work. Mrs Mary Gossett was the guest of Mr and Mrs Wayne Wingett Thursday and Sunday. Mr Clyde Sapp, ill with rheumatism, is a little better but cannot sit without help. Mr and Mrs Leo Williams and family of Floodwood were weekend guests of Mr Milan Williams and family.

Leo Williams Floodwood Milan Williams

Local Health and Family Update From Athens Weekend

Carpenter Mrs Alta Cone visited relatives at Athens Saturday and Sunday. Willis son of Jesse Sisson and wife was taken to a Columbus hospital for treatment Monday. Carl Carsey is having lumber for A TI Morrison. Mrs Rosa Rudgeon ill improving slowly. J A McCall back to duties as farm foreman at local test farm. Mrs W F E Reeves has flu, Mrs James Swearingen improving from flu. Her husband James Swearingen still quite ill. David Caster with cancer in bad shape. Mrs W I Swett and A D Morrison on sick list. George KB, Karper and family, Lewis Weyand and Mildred Carpenter were Sunday guests of Jesse McCall and family. John RR Caster of Point Rock was a business caller here Saturday. W I Swett at Albany Saturday. W C Cottrill took a bunch of hogs to Athens one day last week.

Alta Cone Athens Willis Jesse Sisson Columbus Carl Carsey A. TI. Morrison Rosa Rudgeon J. A. McCall W. FE. Reeves James Swearingen James

Man Recovers After Miraculous Remedy Advertisement

A claimed medical miracle recounts a patient told by a family physician that surgery was essential for liver and gall bladder disease. The patient credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with relief after using the product, asserting it avoided an operation. The ad promises a simple, harmless cure that removes mucus and inflammation, with a money back guarantee and distribution by Mckee Drug Co and several pharmacies.

Mayr Mckee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville

Arrest Yankees in Naval Uniforms in Panama City

Andrew N. Peterson of Brooklyn and Albert B. Rossdale of the Bronx, former United States congressmen, were arrested in Panama City after midnight for violating navy regulations by appearing on the streets in naval uniforms after 11 p m. The incident prompted charges and a police report filed by local authorities.

Panama City Andrew N. Peterson Brooklyn Albert B. Rossdale The Bronx United States

Italian Steamer Guilia in Distress Near Atlantic

The Italian steamship Guilia sent SOS calls from 41 37 N 58 37 W early today. Nearby steamers Westlake Tulosa and Pantisian reported heading to assist the distressed vessel.

New London Conn Guilia Westlake Tulosa Pantsian

Cough Cure Promises Recovery After Pneumonia

Mrs Edward Pinson from Wheelersburg Ohio endorses Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery for a lingering cough. She says six years earlier pneumonia left her with a severe cough and weight loss. after three bottles her cough stopped and she gained twenty nine pounds. The ad urges readers to visit their local drug store for tablets or liquid.

Wheelersburg Ohio Dr. Pierce Pinson

Miss Cherryblossom at Hancock High

Hancock Putts in Fine Oper. Miss Cherryblossom, a three act Japanese operetta, was ably presented by John Hancock High School at Ewing Mall Auditorium Saturday night. Elizabeth Earhart and Farol Strickland directed. Catherine Melligan impressed as Cherryblossom. Lee Stewart Roach played Kokemo. Alvin Jones played John Henry Smith. Glen Vore as Horace Worthington. Gilbert Knight as James Young. Inez Griffith as Jessica Vanderpool. Homer Graves portrayed Togo. Geisha chorus, chrysanthemums, and period costumes enhanced the production.

Cherryblossom John Hancock High School Ewing Mall Auditorium Elizabeth Earhart Farol Strickland Japan Catherine Melligan Old Lee Stewart Roach Kokemo Alvin Jones John Henry Smith Henry Foster Jones Glen Vore Harold McClain James Young Horace Worthington New York Gilbert Knight Inez Griffith Jessica Vanderpool Togo Homer Graves

Tree Planting Army Urges Centenary Arbor Day In 1922

Nationwide appeal by the American Tree Association invites private citizens to join by planting a tree and earning the rank of a good citizen. Groups like Nature Club and Girl Scouts report thousands of trees planted, with companies and colleges pledging programs, while President Harding backs Garden Week and Arbor Day efforts.

American Tree Association of Washington, D. C Cherlet Lathrop Pack Theodore Roosevelt War Garden Army American Tree Association Nature Club Doylestown Chamber of Commerce Roseville Calif Girl Scouts Riverside Texas Westminster College Liberty Insurance Kerk Loulaville Ctizens Rock Island Lines Co-operative Banentional Association Rotary Clubs Kiwanis Clubs Federation of Women's Clubs Harding Great Army of Treo Planters Charles Lathrop Pack

Production Efforts Culminate in Successful Run

The work invested in production paid off as the show achieved success, reflecting the crew's dedication and the project’s overall quality and reception.

Two School Boys Hurt In Wellington Day

In Wellington two incidents left boys injured. Harold Jamieson, 18, was badly hurt when the wagon he rode in was struck by a truck. Earlier, Vincent Hand, 9, toppled over a bannister at the school and sustained a slight concussion.

Wellington Harold Jamieson Vincent Hand

Farmer sues for damages over arm amputation

Earl G Griffith, a farmer and former tenant, sues Chauncey Eagy for 15000 dollars claiming an accidental shotgun discharge on the farm three years ago while clearing late pests amputated his arm. The case asks damages for the loss and its consequences to Griffith’s livelihood.

Lima Earl G. Griffith Chauncey Eagy Griffith

Paffenbarger Elected President at Ohio University Y M C A

McArthur March 20 George C Paffenbarger son of Dr A W Waffenbbrger of McArthur a junior dental student at Ohio University has been elected president of the Y M C A of that university He also joins Phi Sigma honorary biological fraternity London March 17 The main danger from Europe current perilous condition is not from arms but from arms cresting policies says Colonel Josiah Wedgewood M P tonight

London Europe Josiah Wedgewood M. P

Shamrocks Promote Kidney and Bowel Health Claim

An advertisement claims 90 percent of sickness stems from constipation and toxin buildup in kidneys and bowels, urging readers to take Shamrocks sold at all drug stores.

Notice of Divorce Filing in Athens County Court

Marie Conquest of 576 E 188th Street New York City is notified that John T Conquest has filed a suit for divorce in the Common Press Court of Athens County Ohio. A hearing is set on or after April 18. Wooley and Rowland, attorneys for the plaintiff, 3-4- Gotw

Marie Conquest E. 188Th Street New York City John T. Conquest Common Press Court Athens County Ohio

Athens County Improvement Bonds Sealed Bid Notice

Athens County Ohio invites sealed proposals for bonds totaling 53060 dollars to fund Carthage Gap road improvements. Fifty three bonds of 1000 dollars each mature 1924 to 1933 bear 5 percent interest, paid semiannually. Bids due April 4 1823 with certified check of 2 percent. county may reject any bid.

Bonds Sale Notice by Athens County Commissioners

The Athens County Board of Commissioners advertises a sale of bonds totaling 47000 dollars dated September 1 1923 for the improvement of the Marsh field Carbandale Road Waterloo Township Athens County Ohio. Forty seven bonds of 1000 dollars each mature on specified dates through September 1 2045 with numbers 114 to 160 inclusive. Bids must be delivered within ten days and the county reserves the right to reject all bids. Official notice signed by Elizabeth McGrath Clerk.

Board of County Commissioners of Athens Real Ohio Athens State of Ohio Athens County Ohio Marshfield-Carbandale Waterloo ‘Township Sait Lionis Onda

Preaches at the Plains Nazarene Church meetings set

Bud Robinson of Los Angeles touring Ohio for his church denomination will speak at The Plains Nazarene Church in three meetings this week including tonight and Wednesday. He sails for the Holy Land on June 1.

the Plains Nev Bud Robinson Los Angeles Ohio The Nazarene Church Rev. Robinson Holy Land

Mary Lewis and Dolly Tewksbury Move Toward Recovery

Mary and Mrs J A Lewis of Albany travel to Columbus to visit Miss Dolly Tewksbury at Ohio State University Hospital after a surgical operation a week ago. Tewksbury's condition is favorable and she is expected to return home soon.

Albany Mary J. A. Lewis Columbus Dolly Tewksbury Ohio State Unsity

Kellogg's Bran Promoted As Constipation Remedy

An advertisement extols Kellogg's Bran as a permanent relief for constipation and related illnesses. It praises bran as a nutritious food, details uses in cereals and baking, and notes availability in hotels, restaurants, clubs, and grocery stores with suggested daily amounts.

Kellogg's Kellogg’s

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Evans Lydia E.pinkham Eell Sloan Eade Druggists E. Fougera & Co., Inc Beekman Raw Bivig Sik Cme Eee Pdruggist McKe Dr.kings LE Essco Cuticura Outilura Laboratories Depa Maiden Hamberlain Deat Mr. Peters Michael James Stanfield Janet Hartley Broadwell Yankees Edward Pinson Hancock AUP Stey Rich Carth Honor McArthur Boy Wooley & Rowland Plaintiff Board of County Commissioners Carthage Guysville Coolville State of Elizabeth McGrath D Patte Sommers Store McCall Spring Quarterly McCall McCall Quarterly
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