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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1919

Page

9

Lawmakers to Target Tax Dodgers in Ohio Legislation

Columbus, Nov 7 Tax dodgers face strict action as Ohio lawmakers prepare new measures this winter. A state conference under the Ohio Home Protective League urged forcing the reporting of intangible property on duplicates. Senator Parrett, head of the joint legislation tax committee, said hidden property must be uncovered.

Columbus, CO Ohio Ohio Home Protective League Parrett Joint

Surprises in Athens county wet and dry vote shifts

In Athens county the wet dry results surprised as drys gained in northern townships while southern dry areas faltered. One dry ward was within five votes of going wet, and a precinct threw out ballots marked both yes and no. The good roads levy won by 1 109, with rural support stronger than expected. Ike Slaughter’s supporters drafted him for justice of the peace, while the Crabbe bill failed by about five hundred dry votes. Police plan new enforcement as Ohio shifts toward dry rules despite Crabbe defeat.

Athens Parker Isaac Slaughter Ike Justice of the Peace Crabbe Athens County Porter Ohio

State Officers of the Episcopal Church Meet Here

The Woman's Auxiliary of the Diocese of Southern Ohio held a successful convocation in the Episcopal church. Officers in attendance were president Miss Elizabeth Matthews Glendale vice president Mrs Henry L Scarlett Columbus treasurer United Offering Mrs Lillie R Burlingham Cincinnati Educational Secretary Mrs Allan McGregor Springfield. Representatives from Marietta Gallipolis Portsmouth and Nelsonville attended in goodly numbers.

Episcopal Church Southern Ohio Elizabeth Matthews Glendale Henry L. Scarlett Columbus United Offering Lillie R. Burlingham Cincinnati Allan McGregor Springfield Tom Cotton Howard Hall Marietta Gallipolis Portsmouth Nelsonville

Foley Cathartic Tablets Endorsement Card

Geo Jenner of San Antonio Texas praises Foley Cathartic Tablets as the best laxative he has taken. The tablet thoroughly cleanses the bowels sweetens the stomach and benefits the liver with no griping or nausea. Sold everywhere.

Geo. Jenner Labor St San Antonio Tex

Nut Trees Could Nourish World Population, Estimates Suggest

Analysts estimate that global nut trees may provide sufficient nourishment for the entire world population. The assessment highlights the potential role of diverse nut crops in future food security and sustainable farming systems.

Sage and Sulphur Compound Hair Darkener Advised

An old home remedy for gray hair is promoted with Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound. It claims to darken hair naturally when brushed through, leaving hair glossy and younger looking. The piece also reports on the coal strike court actions in Indianapolis with Judge Anderson presiding and expected rulings from Judge Ames.

Wyeth J. L. O’sullivan United Press Indianapolis A. B. Anderson C. B. Ames United States Attorney General Cleveland John L. Lewis United Mine Workers Lewis

Hamlin Garland to Come Tuesday at Ohio University

Hamlin Garland, noted author and lecturer, will address Ohio University students and the public at Ewing Hall Tuesday afternoon on Personal recollections of American authors. His acquaintances include Holmes, Howells, Hale and Booth. Garland, a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters, the Players' Club of New York, and founder of the Cliff Dwellers, is a national figure and entertaining speaker. The lecture is free, funded by the athletic and entertainment fund of the students.

Hamlin Garland Ohio University Ewing Hall Garland Oliver Wendell Holmes William Dean Howells Edward Everett Hale Edwin Booth American Academy of Arts and Letters Players’ Club New York City Cliff Dwellers West

Letts Drive Germans Back on Riga Front in Grobin Area

Under allied fire the Lettish forces push Germans back near Riga and Grobin. The Lettish press bureau reported many German prisoners were captured and no Russian forces were encountered during the offensive.

Lettish Copenhagen Letts Riga Grobin

Free Rheumatism Treatment Claim From Syracuse Advertised

A Syracuse advertisement touts a new Delano rheumatism treatment claimed to dissolve uric acid and lime deposits, reduce soreness and swelling, and offer a free trial package to prove it works before payment. The note invites readers to send name and address to receive the sample and cover distribution costs.

Syracuse N. Y Mr. Delano Delano

Kentucky Days Claim State by Bare Majority

Louisville dispatch reports Kentucky Days claimed victory in Tuesday’s election by about 5000 votes. Drys argued rural returns would offset wet city margins as late tallies narrowed the liberal lead.

Kentucky Louisville Covington Newport N. A. Farmer Kentucky Anti Saloon League

James A. Smith’s Beets Win Prize on Central Avenue

Central avenue gardener James A. Smith sent a four pound beet to The Messenger, a perfect specimen. The garden is praised for its abundant harvest and prize winning produce.

James A. Smith Central Avenue Messenger

Lostro Boys Set To Face Zenner Team

Lostro bowling squads beat the service group again in the second game of a sales versus service series at the Lostro alleys. Five players Kenneth Godspeed Roy Cerasere Oliver McGauley Owen Jordan and Dan Carsey were selected for next Tuesdays match against a Zenner store team.

Lostro Lostro’s Zenner Kenneth Godspeed Roy Creasere Oliver McGauley Owen Jordan Dan Carsey

One Killed as Garbage Wagon Hits Jitney in Camden

A collision in Camden New Jersey left one man dead and six injured when a runaway garbage team collided with a jitney carrying shipyard workers. The injured were only slightly hurt.

Camden N. J

Flowers in God’s Light Macbeth Beasley Babies Obituary Card

An obituary from the Beasley family notes infant twins Leo and Leona died within a week, with Leo on October 27 and Leona on November 2, joining siblings Harland and Junia in a future heaven. It honors parental sorrow, faith, and a card of thanks to supporters. The notice references extended family and a Sunday school cradle-roll wish.

Leo Leona Beasley Grim Reaper C. A. Beasley Leona Paradise Harland Junia God

Y M C A plans large scale athletics program

New York reports that the Y M C A aims to promote broad athletic endeavors. Dr George Fisher senior secretary outlines a plan to establish industrial and community sport initiatives as physical directors convene in Detroit later this month.

New York A. BE George Fisher Detroit

Mysterious Radium Glasses Sell in Springfield

A garbled note claims an Israeli man offered radium glasses at zero price in Springfield. A patient allegedly felt effects immediately, though the report is unclear and contains many errors.

Springfield Israel

Drug Price Rise Hit Earle’s Hypo-Cod Stockpiles

Drug Jobbers rushed to absorb supplies as news of a price increase for Earle’s Hypo-Cod swept through the trade. Local grocers and druggists hope to freeze the old price after November 15 while wholesalers admit defeat in maintaining prior levels. McKee Drug Co. notes existing stock will carry the old price while cartons and prints last.

Earle Tory. McKee Drug Co

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