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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1919
Page
6
A vintage appeal promotes Brownatone hair dye promising permanent tint to brown or black. It claims odorless, harmless formula free from heavy metals and coal tar, with trial package by mail for 10c postage. Two colors and sizes offered with purchase through mail order.
Gets-It-2 drops are described for corn removal and sore spots on feet. The ad promotes relief for hard corns between toes and on the sole. It urges laughter at discomfort and mentions toe areas and calluses as targets for treatment.
Keep kidneys and bladder healthy to stay active and strong. Take GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules to drive poisons from the body and maintain vigor, with a promise of refund if not helped. Sold by most druggists in sealed packages.
Annie returns to care for a baby in a crowded tenement, facing poverty and the shame of a black calico slip. She overhears rent struggles and learns why misfortune befalls her family, while neighbors help yet reveal deeper fault lines. (To be continued)
In this column a high school sophomore Alycia is urged to seek friendship through pluck and positive character. A 27 year old seeks genuine social connections and guidance on meeting people. Two girls aged fourteen and fifteen seek home work to buy bicycles, suggested crocheting lace, darning stockings, sewing, and babysitting as options.
Cuyahoga Falls council on May 22 ordered Northern Ohio Traction and Light Company to remove rails poles wires and other equipment from certain village streets within three days. The action affects about two and a half miles of trackage as the company’s franchise had expired over a year ago.
An injured person can be laid on a bed with less discomfort thanks to a two section stretcher held together by a thin steel rod. The rod is withdrawn to separate the two sections for easy placement and handling.
Many women prefer these bib style aprons that adjust easily and save material. The pattern suits gingham lawn seersucker percale drill sateen or alpaca and comes in four sizes small medium large and extra large. Medium needs 3 5 yards of 36 inch material. Pattern mailed to any address for 10 cents in silver or stamps.
Druggists tout Dash Balm as the quickest and most effective foot balm for tired sweaty feet with odor. A single application supposedly relieves burning swelling and soreness instantly, with a money back guarantee if dissatisfied. Look for the Cash Balm name on packages and buy from any drugstore.
The New Floodwood team defeated Buchtel 8 to 1 on Sunday May 18. The standout was pitcher Hanghay. Address for inquiries is H. V. Warden, Nelsonville R. D. 1 Box 47.
A riot at the U S disciplinary barracks in Leavenworth last night left at least one convict shot and several guards injured. A sergeant fired at inmates trying to break into a storehouse, sparking a half hour melee as prisoners armed themselves and clashed with guards.
Gardeners report black birds raid city plots destroying ripe berries and corn. A resident was advised by Mayor Woodworth that property damage justifies killing birds but urged extreme caution in taking such action.
More than 1200 people were made homeless when a fire destroyed nine city blocks in Mobile Alabama. The blaze began in a coal yard trash pile and spread quickly on a west wind, causing $700000 in damage. Fraternal and charitable groups aided the homeless as the armory opened for shelter and a relief committee organized assistance.
The verse reflects on effort and impact, urging resilience as work improves through time. It credits collective labor as paving future progress and notes that even flawed attempts contribute to lasting outcomes.
Miss Lillian Pidcock and Mr Joseph Estep were married at the bride’s parents home with immediate family present. Rev A H Franks officiated. The groom, just back from France, will seek treatment for wounds at Reed's Hospital after a 30 day furlough.
Wilson R. Bean of Athens finishes seven years in the regular army with a ten day leave. He serves in the 23 Infantry, Second Division, stationed in Vallendar Germany and arrives in Chillicothe for a two month furlough. He plans to visit his mother and sister in Athens and hopes to become a civilian after the war. Supporting brothers Walter and Dorse Bean have service records, with Walter noted as the first Athens county National Guard casualty in France and Dorse wounded in action, now home.
Epoca reports confirmation that Pope Benedict will hold the next consistory in June. Expected new cardinals include Monsignor Kazlawski archbishop of Warsaw Cardinal Ratti apostolic delegate to Poland Monsignor Sardi former apostolic delegate to Constantinople and Monsignor Sebastianelli.
Mrs. Anthony Pettiford hosted a Tuesday afternoon celebration at her home for her daughter Mary Louise and friends. Guests included Earlene Cooper Mildred Reynolds Gwendolyn Lynch Mildred Johnson Dorothy Johnson Sarah Scott Phyllis Payne and the honoree. French scientists say blind people are well suited to radio work due to enhanced hearing.
Memorial decoration services for New Marshfield will be held Friday May 30 at the K of P hall starting at one o'clock. Rev A H Franks and Rev L C Dabritz will deliver the addresses. A cordial invitation is extended to all.
A consumer notice promotes Lamay powder as harmless to delicate skin and free of white lead or rice powder. It claims long wear, prevents pores and pimples, and appeals to a million users in the U.S. with a 50 cent large size and 25 cent trial. A $5000 reward promises chemists who find lead or rice powder in it.
The Probate Court of Athens County Ohio suspends publication and sets June 2 1919 at 9 am for final or second account deadlines. Filings include Charles H rah EES as executor Ella Morris as administratrix Kk H Cotton as executor F J Zimmer as guardian J W Wilson as guardian Mary T Hibbard as guardian Lloyd H Efaw as administrator Charles G O Bleness as trustee. Judge H T Phillips signs.
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