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The Athens Ohio Daily Messenger lists subscription options and rates including 12 1 2 cents per week, 6.00 yearly, 8.60 yearly mail, with shorter terms shown. Advertising rates are available on request and obituary notices incur a five cent per line charge. Offices and audit bureau affiliations are noted.
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Athens Shorponese and
Metal4 Pritming Company
Pred W. Bush
BiWave
Pizet Piowr
Messenger
Daily Messenger
Postoffice
Athens
Ohio
Carter
Audit Bureau
Newacto
Robert BS. Ward
Eastern
Fifth Ave
New York
Westenn
Wabash Ave
Chirano
Cows and Eggs Highlight Farm Record Keeping Shortcomings
Auditors report farmers misreport livestock and outputs, with one case claiming a farmer produced 1000 eggs from ten cows while reporting no hens. Experts urge farm bookkeeping as a core rural school arithmetic subject and note teachers should include labor cost and milk yield percentages in curricula. The state agricultural department plans fall questionnaires to encourage farmers to analyze their own costs and returns.
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State Agricultural Department
Altho
Far West
Agricultural Department of
Germany's postwar collapse of imperial commerce dream
An analysis of Germany before and after the war, detailing how its control of dyes potash sugar and coal exports dried up, loss of private and colonial assets, and the shift of raw materials and docks to rivals. It argues Germany will face cash constraints and distrust in reentry.
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Germany
Australia
American
United States
America
Alsace Lorraine
France
Lloyd
Atlantic
Marching Home After Armistice People Will Still Stay Abroad
The article notes that signing peace does not bring instant homecoming for soldiers. Demobilization will be slow and complex, with cleanup of battlefields, salvage of material, and dismantling of war infrastructure to follow. Allied duties may extend for months or years including policing and garrisoning enemy nations. Patience is urged.
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France
Belgium
The Flu Ban Eases Public Meetings Debate
Letters criticize ongoing influenza era bans on public meetings as cases decline. Citizens argue fear has eased and normal activities should resume while officials monitor contagion and aim to prevent new outbreaks.
Baked Bananas and Other Pantry Recipes From Old Notes
A collection of home kitchen tips and recipes including baked bananas coffee scalloped rice and cheese muffins toasted oatmeal bread baked potatoes and honeycomb pudding. Also notes on mirror cleaning a draught preventer for nurseries and a Southern Spoon Bread and White Cake recipe with step by step instructions.
Mending Umbrella Rents with Black Plaster and Comb Cleaning
The article advises fixing a torn umbrella by placing black court plaster on the underside for an unnoticeable repair. It also provides tips to clean ivory combs using warm water, a drop of ammonia, and gentle brushing, noting plaster of Paris mixed with vinegar loosens quickly for easier work.
Dinner Stories and Sausage Machines in a Roaring Exchange
A lawyer questions a Scottish farmer about his meal before an incident, the man answering it was oatmeal. A Chicago packer boasts of a sausage machine that creates items from pigs, while an Englishman notes decades of use and improvements. A misheard scene ends with a telltale radiator remark as a big sister teases her younger sibling.
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Schatchman
Chicago
England
New Orleans
Health Board Seeks Patience Over Ban Lift
The board of health urges caution as the epidemic remains under control. They warn against pushing to restart activities and call on all to avoid actions that could revive contagion.
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Board of Health
Republicans Demand Straight Ticket Vote
The piece argues against socialism under the Wilson administration and urges Republicans to punish the loyalty insult by voting the straight Republican ticket. It condemns government ownership, praises party unity, and calls for action to preserve the Republic. The author cites reactions from major papers and condemns partisan action.
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Eadward Bellamy
Tyre
Republic
New York World
Cincinnati Enquirer
Wilson
Gakiirolis Daux Tauune
California Syrup of Figs Advertisement and Economic Letter
An old advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children and adults, praising its pleasant taste and claiming reliable cleansing of the liver and bowels. A second section, by THUS. D. BROWN of Haydenville Ohio, dated Nov 7 1918, argues that the cost of living has risen and earning capacity outpaces prices with supporting figures.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Nerv Worth Tonic touted by anxious New Castle mother
A New CastlePa mother of quadruplets praises Nerv Worth claiming relief from four years of nervous trouble after using two bottles. Her husband Dave Harris notes wife sleeps better and gains strength while the Athens McKee Drug Store sells Nero Worth with a dollar back guarantee.
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New Castile
New Castle
Dave Harris
Vine St
McKee Drug Store
Athens
Public Forum Letter on Cost of Living and Wages
The writer argues mass media misleads on living costs and wages. He cites 1911 to 1914 wage rates for common and skilled labor, noting earnings around 14 to 16 1-2 cents per hour and a $4.50 weekly sum at this place, prompting reflection on board costs.
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Mesenger
Local Visits Highlight Regional Family Ties
Miss Lucile Burton visits her aunt Mrs. Frank Caldwell in Carthage while Mrs. Edward Morris and her sons travel to Delaware. Brandeberry and Mr. Albert Wyers stay with the Wyers family. Austin Harris from Springfield visits Emerson and Mrs. Burton. Myrtle Roach of Athens visits uncle J. L. Petty. Edith Burton and Austin Harris call on Mrs. Caldwell. Influenza victims in the neighborhood show signs of improvement.
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Lucile Burton
Frank Caldwell
Carthage
Edward Morris
Robert
Woodrow
Delaware
Ac Brandeberry
Albert Wyers
Edward Wyers
Austin Harris
Springfield
Emerson Burton
Myrtle Roach
Athens
J. L. Petty
Edith Burton
Celery King Tea Promotes Healthful Relief
An old remedy for constipation and upset stomachs is promoted as a pure vegetable tea costing only a few cents. It is urged for use by all ages, including children, for feverish conditions and headaches.
War Camp Service aids soldiers by town hospitality drive
Cincinnati based War Camp Community Service assigns Mr. and Mrs. Jenks to organize social and recreational facilities around Ohio University in Athens and Lexington Kentucky for the 8. A. T. C. and navy unit. Program emphasizes community responsibility, home dinners, dances, and civilian resources to support troops away from camp.
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FE. Jenks
War Camp Community Service of
Cincinnati
National Headquarters
Athens
Lexington
Ken
Jenks
Cinccinnati
Navy
Ohio University War Camp
Community Service
War Department Commission On Training Camp
Activ
American Library Association
War Department
Ww. C. CC. S
City mobilizes leisure for troops with clubs and concerts
Baths etc., have been placed at the disposal of the men. Soldiers and Sailors clubs are being established. Automobile rides for the soldiers, community "sings", and band concerts are being given. In every way possible the facilities of the cities and towns are being made available for the troops in their leisure time.
Vinci touted as remedy for nervous breakdowns
In Glasgow Kentucky and Milwaukee Wisconsin testimonials claim Vinci restores strength and appetite. Mrs S M Gray says it cured a nervous breakdown and weight loss while Mrs E Strey reports renewed energy and sleep after use.
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Glasgow Jct
Vinci
Milwaukee
Wis
Bio-seren promised to restore vigor in two weeks for women
A sensational health claim promotes Bio-fere as a no risk cure for weak nerves and dull skin. The ad urges women to buy four packages from any druggist and take a regiment of tablets to gain health, vigor, and sparkling eyes. It lists ingredients and notes a physician's secrecy about the formula.
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