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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1920

Page

6

Billy Whiskers Impresses Crowd with Big Stallion Feat

Billy Whiskers and his troupe struggle to mount a massive black stallion during a vaudeville act. The big horse overpowers a failed lift, but Billy recovers and is applauded as the crowd cheers the daring display. Monkeys join the exit, surprising the audience and performers alike.

Billy Black Reuters Bao Mennaet Billy Whiskers Ayne Saarfield Pubshing Co Akron, O

New York Governor Smith Defeated by Miller in State Race

Governor Alfred B. Smith amid incomplete statewide returns trails Nathan L. Miller as the Republican wins the New York gubernatorial contest. Early tallies show Miller ahead by roughly 75,000 with the city delivering a record vote for Smith before state results shift the balance.

New York City New York Alfred B. Smith New York State Nathan L. Miller New York Times Democrat Miller

Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Claim

Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Advertises quick relief and user testimonials.

Orphans fed by Near East Relief crowd Asia Minor table

In Cleveland on November 2, twenty four miles of extension tables symbolize the vast shelter for orphans from the Ottoman regions. Syrians Armenians Greeks and Jews sit side by side under American care, learning trades to support themselves as colder weather increases demand. State Director BB W Huelster says more room and leaves are needed to keep thousands fed or risk them starving.

Cleveland Asia Minor Syria Amenia Persia Armenia BB. W. Huelster America

Demountable Rim Invented for Automobile Wheels

An English inventor designs a two part demountable rim for automobile wheels that locks together with five bolts and a nut, enabling easier tire changes and maintenance. The device showcases early innovation in wheel construction and rapid mounting systems.

Best Medicine Tanlac Restores Health Says Cincinnati Woman

Miss Hattie Wellamanah of Cincinnati says Tanlac cured her year long nervous indigestion and helped her gain weight from 132 to 150 pounds. She slept well, could eat freely, and credits a friend and Tanlac makers for her recovery. Tanlac is sold in Athens Coolville Nelsonville Amesville Buchtel and Federal by local pharmacies.

Hattie Wellamanah Micken Avenue Cincinnati Athens Cline’s Pharmacy Coolville Taylor & Son Nelsonville Gem Pharmacy Amesville F. W. Gibson Buchtel Allison K. Walker Federal

Killing at Ballot Box Sparks Legal Probe in Texas

In Bexar County near San Antonio, 27 miles south of the city, L. S. Campbell was shot and killed during a pre polls scuffle over a ballot. T. Saunders, 72, described as presiding judge at the voting place, was arrested in connection with the killing and brought to San Antonio. Both men were ranchers.

San Antonio Tex Ll A Bexar County Ll. S. Campbell T. Saunders

California Syrup of Figs Ad Chronicle

An old advertisement highlights the California Syrup of Figs as a preferred laxative for children. The copy emphasizes gentle relief and easy dosing, portraying the product as a trusted household remedy used by parents seeking a mild, safe option for kids.

California

Stock quotes mixed with small moves on exchanges

The list shows shares with minimal changes on the New York Exchange and Canadian Pacific, including a few unaltered prices and modest upticks. Petroleum shares appear among small movements, while several entries remain unchanged.

Pepto Mangan Promises Vitality For Desk Workers

An old advertisement touts Pepto Mangan as a tonic that enriches red blood and restores energy for office workers. It claims pale appearance, fatigue, and poor health improve with the tonic, available in liquid and tablet forms under the Gude's brand.

Gude’s Gude

Government backs new tobacco plant expansion plan

The French state tobacco agency plans to raise cigarette output by installing new equipment. The step aims to boost production by an estimated 75,000 units, reflecting a push to expand manufacturing capacity.

Mac Prey

Foster S age is A HAPPY MAN and GOP applause in Athens

Chairman Foster comments on a victory and reflects that thousands support the administration and America First. He notes his long service as Athens Chairman and says the Republican administration can win from top to bottom, praising Athens county men and women and women voters.

Foster America Athens Athens County

HardingCarry Helps Nelsonville Vote Dry in 1920

In Nelsonville on November 2 1920 Harding carried the city by 49 votes while Davis led by 250. Crabbe Act supporters won with 2 660 votes, aided by women voters who made up most of the turnout. The Harding Coolidge club counts 1 050 members, with all but six voting.

Nelsonville Nelesaan Harding Davis Crabe Crabbe Ville Wom Harding-Coolidge Club

News Attacks in Southern Ireland report fourteen deaths

Dublin reports fourteen deaths likely from as many attacks on British police across southern Ireland. The incidents occurred over recent days with authorities investigating the sources and targets of the violence.

Dublin Ireland

Better Speech Week Observed At Raitions High School

Better Speech Week was observed at Raitions High School with routines in English classes and lively hall and corridor activity. Superintendent Stailey spoke at chapel, sharing results from the program and reading selections from James Whitcomb Riley poems to the audience.

Raitions High — School E. Stailey James Whitcomb Riley Gence Mae Supt Brallay

Grove's Laxative Quinine Advised for Cold Relief

A public notice promotes Grove's LAXATIVE QUININE tablets as a remedy for colds. It mentions a secretary signature and invites readers to purchase for personal use or reserve funds, with claims of suitability for new officers and easy accounting.

E . W. Greve

Corrupted OCR Speech Sparks Broad Political Turnout

Fragments suggest a rally scene where many Republicans from distant areas are expected to attend. The readable text hints at a large turnout and wide regional participation with supporters and speakers mentioned in a tense political moment.

Doctor Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Promoted For Postnatal Health

In a brief testimonial from Conneaut Ohio a mother recounts postpartum weakness and says she recovered after using Doctor Pierce’s Favorite Prescription a vegetable tonic sold by druggists. The ad continues by asserting many women testify to its efficacy.

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