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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1918
Page
2
Safe antiseptic liquid claims to cure acne eczema itch pimples and rashes by overcomer diseases. Claims minor sores disappear overnight and itching stops instantly. Cites E W Rose Co Cleveland Ohio and price 35 cents per bottle.
After grippe, doctors urge tonic to regain health and strength. Dr Chase's Nerve Tablets combine iron nux vomica gentian capsicum zinc phosphide with added Alain to reduce constipation. Safe, effective health builder, sold by druggists at sixty to ninety cents.
A vintage advertisement touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken faded or gray hair naturally. It claims easy use with a sponge or brush and promises dark, glossy, younger-looking hair after one or two applications, while noting it is not a medicine.
London reports Rev. F H Powell of South Shore Blackpool has launched a church peace league urging a boycott of Germans for years after peace. Parishioners enroll binding themselves not to employ or be served by Germans. The piece cites American lessons on conservation to urge thrift in daily life.
Dorff of the German army arrives from the French lines bearing the armistice terms. Spa in Belgium near Liege, about 100 miles northeast of La Capelle, sits close to the Preission border and was among the first towns seized during the invasion of Belgium.
A discussion between John Edith and friends over a buyout offer for a book rights. Edith weighs risk and the family’s safety while Selden favors accepting. John and Edith consider Edgar's invention as a venture, weighing adventure against security before a verdict.
A woman writes to Mrs. Thompson about an eight year relationship with a man who flirts with a married stenographer and mocks her concerns. She seeks guidance on whether her hurt is justified and whether she can trust him, insisting on deep, loyal love and no half measures.
A letter from Mrs Elizabeth Thompson guides a young fiancée through loyalty and social temptations during wartime. Advice covers avoiding parties while fiancé recovers, dating cautiously, and writing to seek consent. A separate London report cites Lord Morris urging British consuls to push sale of British goods at the Entente People’s Alliance inaugural address.
Elizabeth R. Hyde, aged 87, ends a 54 year career in the Treasury Department in Washington, citing a wish for more leisure in her remaining years. In New York, Carrie Chapman Catt urges women’s groups to demand equal representation at the peace conference.
Practical conservation minded dress pattern in three sizes 16 18 and 20 years offers slip-on convenience. Suitable for cloth silk velvet satin or corduroy with skirt about two yards at the foot. Pattern mailed for 10 cents in silver or stamps.
An article by DP. LEE H. SMITH urges care against influenza with Plain habits. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets Anuric tablets Iron tonic and Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. Also notes a fair weather forecast for the Ohio valley with rising temperatures later in the week.
Lina W Halbert of unknown address is sued by Matthew Halbert for divorce on grounds of adultery. The hearing will begin at the Court House in Athena City on or after December 10, 1918, Athens County Ohio. Foster and Wells Attorneys represent Matthew Halbert.
An Ath ens man headed to France as a Y M C A Secretary notes ongoing recruitment despite peace. Two hundred secretaries weekly are sent, with 4 000 more sought before March 1, 1919, highlighting athletic secretary demand and plans to keep soldiers morale high.
George W West born in Ironton Ohio died November 7 1918 at his daughter Mrs Link North of Athens Ohio D 2 home since his wife’s death in 1917 He married Susan Buffington and left five sons and two daughters among siblings and extended family Interment was in Augustine Cemetery Poston Ohio He served as a Civil War veteran and was known for cherishing time with his family
We express gratitude for kindness and sympathy extended during the loss of our dear father. Thanks for floral tributes and Rev. D. B. Mills for his comforting words. Attending from away were Elmer West Marshall West Virginia and Mr and Mrs Tittle Gipsey West Virginia and A West of Pomesoy.
Latrobe residents report travel to Chillicothe Parkersburg and Columbus. Families rent farms relocate and visitors stop by local homes. A local hospital operation details influenza cases improving with residents sharing news of health and travel.
A Cleveland advertisement touts Vinol as a constitutional tonic to restore strength for women who feel run down. It cites beef and cod liver peptones with iron and manganese compounds as key ingredients and claims the product rebuilds the whole system. The notice appears alongside other consumer ads for Saxol Salve and detachable baby rocker ideas from McKee Drug Company.
An advert promises immediate relief from indigestion stomach pain belching gas and heartburn with no waiting. It mentions acids undigested food distress lumps in the stomach and headaches as symptoms addressed by the product.
Frank Saylor, intoxicated, boarded the Nelsonville to Athens owl car and waved an automatic Colt revolver at conductor, motorman, and passengers at 11 PM. One passenger stayed and disarmed him. Sheriff and deputy arrested Saylor near Circle Hill and he was jailed to face the mayor.
A. B. Bielaski, head of the United States secret service and leader of the American Protective League, assures state chiefs the league’s work remains essential as the war ends. He states demobilized soldiers will need government protection and urges continued high activity through the transition to peace.
The death of Frank Ernest Cook, 24, a bugler with Company L 37th Division, was reported from France. He left Athens October 15 1917 for Camp Leonard and served as a mas ter and bugler. He had studied at Ohio University and belonged to Phi Delta Theta. He died October 10 of dysentery, and the family received news November 8. His mother Mrs S G Cook of Orrville was notified.
A testimonial praises Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach and intestinal relief after years of pain. It claims a transformed condition with bloating gone and no restrictions on eating. The ad promises a money back guarantee and cites McKee Drug Co. and general druggists.
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