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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1918
Page
6
An old Sage Tea recipe now revised promises dark, lustrous hair in days. Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound is advertised as great for gray or faded hair, with claims of natural, even coverage and a youthful appearance after one or two applications.
The War Horse reflects on Alberta's planned marriage to Noble Gregory, noting Alberta's transfer of affections, his plain looks but reliable nature, and Alberta's own rationale shaped by her parents' divorce. The aunt writes of love’s unpredictability and the pragmatic path to marriage.
Mrs. James Millican of 3 Van Vorhees Street receives a wartime letter from her son Arthur at Camp Sheridan Alabama. He reports a Mother's Day request from General Pershing, mentions a difficult hike of fourteen to fifteen miles, and notes possible moves to another camp with six inch guns. He urges his mother not to worry, asserts pride in serving, and says he may be away for a while after any possible departure to France.
At this time of year people feel weak and tired and seek to renew energy and stamina. The ad promotes Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a pure blood tonic with no alcohol or narcotics made from Golden Seal root Bloodroot Oregon grape root Queen's root Jack Cherry bark and glycene. It claims to improve pale faces tired looks and backaches and headaches by building up the blood and system. Get it now from drug stores.
Mrs Tribbetts praises Nerv-Worth after relief from nervousness and fatigue. The testimonial cites a two year condition, night rest issues, and plans to buy a second bottle. MeeKee’s Drug Stores in Athens stock Nerv-Worth with a dollar back guarantee.
Mrs. S J Semler of Troy New York reports suffering seven months from displacement and pain with three doctors recommending surgery. After taking Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she says she recovered fully and can do housework again. The ad urges others in similar condition to try the product and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. for guidance.
London May 15 The banner company of Careys detachment under Brigadier General Sandeman Carey consisted of 300 American railway engineers. They formed part of the so called nonde scripts along with Canadian and British non combatant units. The Americans volunteered and earned a reputation for handling machine guns new to road and railway builders.
Elizabeth Moss seeks divorce from Birgess Moss at Glouster married August 9 1913 claiming cruelty and threats with no children. Ernest Roy McClain seeks divorce from Dora Ethel McLain married September 7 1911 claiming neglect and that two children Winnifred Juanita and Tynia Yvonne McClain are in his care.
Column promotes internal bath using hot water and limestone phosphate. Claims daily consumption cleans stomach liver kidneys and intestines, removes waste and toxins, preventing headaches bilious attacks bad breath and other ailments. Advises readers to obtain a quarter pound of limestone phosphate to become enthusiastic about internal sanitation.
A bronze tablet bearing the ten commandments has been placed before Pittsburg’s courthouse as a multi faith presentation. The Ontario government offers railway fare subsidies to legitimate workers traveling to their outward journey.
An Athens insurance man recounts a friend's recovery after taking Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for gall bladder issues. He describes prior gas, colic, and jaundice, and notes relief from catarrhal mucus and inflammation in the digestive tract. One dose promises relief or money back.
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