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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1919
Page
6
A vintage ad touts Neutrone Prescrip 897 as a blood purifying remedy from a specialist. It claims to relieve rheumatism and muscle soreness by purifying blood and kidneys, selling bottles for 50 cents to one dollar through Keo Drug Co and other druggists.
Kentucky druggist promotes Mentholized Arcine as a simple cure for seasonal allergies. He claims severe cases become mild within 24 hours and the remedy requires mixing Mentholized Arcine with boiled water and sniffing twice daily. Pharmacies offer the preparation in one ounce quantities.
An ad extols SENRECO TOOTH paste offering white teeth and healthy gums in a week at minimal cost. It claims to remove films, combat pyorrhea and mouth acidity, and is touted as used by thousands of dentists with remarkable sales.
In a wartime confession, Ann reveals a tender letter from Eric Sands, wounded at Vichy. Her husband Jim suspects hidden feelings and warns of a dangerous game as they debate whether to respond or reveal the truth. The scene ends with Ann torn between love, duty, and suspicion.
A young woman asks how to win a devoted yet uninterested suitor. Mrs Thompson cautions against idealizing partners and urges accepting natural matched affections. An inquirer seeks guidance on a married love and possible support while the woman endures abuse and is considering divorce.
An old time advertisement touts Houstonia as a domestic liniment for joints and skin irritations. It promotes quick relief from aches through a massaging action and notes antiseptic benefits. The ad urges purchase from druggists with a John Jones image and lists prices 1.00, 0.50, and 0.25 dollars.
The ad touts Gets-It as a fast, easy corn remover that peels the callus in one piece with no blades or bandages. It claims smooth skin after use, guarantees satisfaction or money back, and cites Lawrence & Co. of Chicago with Athens distributors and local pharmacies endorsing it.
A Hallowe'en party was held at Florence Brown's home on Thursday honoring her Sunday school class. Guests wore masks and played games plus a Mother Goose contest won by Violet Cash. Victrola music followed as refreshments were served and children departed dreaming of witches and goblins.
Beaumont residents report multiple social calls as Mr and Mrs James Lee and two children of The Plains visited Mrs Mary Durst. Alfred Carr and two children of Circle Hill called on Mr and Mrs John Wyant. Chauncey folks attended to see high water. Mabel Bradshaw and Willie of The Plains visited Mrs Durst. Ham Morrison of Orbiston called on Mr Wyant. Elza Potts and daughter of The Plains were supper guests of Mrs Julia Wyant.
JUST DID LOSE OUT BUCYRUS, O. Nov. 5 The municipal water works bond proposal, needing a two thirds majority, was defeated in yesterday's election by two thirds of one vote.
Fred Kern Elsie and Mack Braley attended the Southeastern Ohio Teachers Association meeting last week. Edwin Higgins began duties as a Dover township schoolteacher on November 3. Earl Ruston wed Eva Baughman of New Marshfield, and Earl Varity married Ruby Wingett of Columbus. Charles Parker of Pleasanton visited N W Radford and wife. Athens township shows strong poll representation with both genders active. Elsie Braley spent the weekend at home and the Misses Lawson of Whiteau were at the party.
An invention described as a compact adding machine can perform calculations without needing to pull a handle. The device is small enough to be carried from place to place and completes its work automatically.
The report notes a good corn crop yet damaged by wet weather. It mentions Jess King moving his family to Sand Rock and purchasing a farm from Mr. Brown. School progress is reported at Sand Rock with Ora Morrison Grammar.
Gussie Arnett spent a week in Akron with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bolen. M. E. Oxley returned from Akron after visiting his son Russell. Mrs. Grant Bollen came home last week from a business trip. Dale Kenney sprained his arm at school last week and was laid up several days. Lottie Arnett and Nora Bratty visited J. W. Duckler on Sunday.
An entertainment and pie social is planned at the Judson school house on Saturday evening November 8. Superintendent Root will deliver an address. All are cordially invited.
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