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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1919
Page
8
A Chicago writer warned that influenza could sweep the world again in a more deadly form than 1918. He urged following medical advice and promoted Turpo as a preventive germicide, advising use and seeking medical care if symptoms arise.
An advertisement claims that applying a few drops of Freezone to any corn or callus stops pain and soon lifts the corn with no effort. The copy emphasizes quick relief and easy removal using the product from drug stores.
A report from Athens, Ohio warns residents about mold contamination found in local drugstores including Henry W. Getner and E R Lash Drug and Hickman Pharmacy. Officials urge inspections and precautionary measures to protect customers.
Sheriff Parker answers a Toledo alarm blaming Fred Darling of Trimble after a man is killed by a machine in Toledo. Darling’s car bears license 4559, but he claims no Toledo trip. witnesses and a mistaken number lead to a dramatic, unresolved chase in Athens County.
An old health advisory urges taking Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets in larger doses than standard grip treatment to prevent illness. The plan emphasizes proactive, preemptive dosing rather than waiting to fall ill.
Mrs. Gordon's committee hosts the Friendship Circle at the Gloster Methodist church this evening with all invited. Harley Schoonover 18 of East Branch surrenders to authorities in McConnelsville claiming self defense after a father reportedly chased him with a pitchfork. Funeral for Nathan Schoonover set for Friday at 10 at Hast Branch, interment Nye cemetery Chauncey. Alex Davis and two children depart for new farm near Columbus from Ford garage. Families B J Chambers and W B Allen move to 845 Oakwood Ave Columbus. Mrs Bethel Male of near Trimble to Grant hospital for possible operation. Two Bishopville men jailed for hunting rabbits out of season. fines set at 25 dollars and costs.
Athens women report rapid relief from gas and sour stomach using Adlerika with glycerine buckthorn bark. The preparation is claimed to act on both upper and lower bowels and may prevent appendix issues. Also notes a new bath tub fixture allowing hot and cold water plus overflow through one hole.
Washington November 13. Rail workers seek a sixty cent raise for an eight hour day in talks with Rail Director Hines. Union president W G Lee says the wage rise would align train crew pay with other railroad workers and cites President Wilson’s August guidance on timely adjustments. Hines is expected to respond with a final decision after meetings.
Senator Capper of Kansas warns for 1920 that farm profits will fall with smaller overall crops. He cites low prices, labor shortages, rising costs, and a shift from wheat to corn as farmers plan to slow production and avoid harvest bottlenecks. He notes ex soldiers leaving farms for cities.
Huntington mayor C W Campbell says licenses for pool and billiard halls will not be renewed after January 1. He seeks support from a majority of the five city commissioners and denounces the halls as holes and dens. Sunday closing law will be enforced more strictly before year’s end, barring popcorn soda fruit stands and candy stores. churches back the move while labor unions oppose.
The rainy spell hinders farming with corn in shock and wheat unsown and mud remains heavy. Sharpsburg Hill is drying as a farmers institute is set for November 19 and 20. Local society activities include a Sharpsburg literary program at the schoolhouse and several community notices and visits.
An advertisement extols Jad Salts as a harmless remedy to flush and activate kidneys, ease bladder disorders, and neutralize urine acids. The note mentions a local druggist selling Rad Salts and includes short local items about a resident moving, road work at Sharpsburg, and a remark on road repair and a provocative question about women managing.
An advert extols Duffee's cough syrup as stopping a cold at the first throat tickle and promises enhanced relief when used with Duffee's Fifty-Fifty Tonic Laxative Tablets. It emphasizes harmless ingredients with no minerals or narcotics and urges readers to ask their druggist or grocer for a bottle today.
The advertisement extols Tiz as a remedy for sore burning swollen feet. It promises instant relief, easier shoe fit, and no more agony from corns bunions or callouses. A 25 cent box is sold at drug stores and department stores.
President Wilson considers the annual address to the upcoming session of Congress, set to begin December 1. His recovery influences whether the message is dictated or penned in longhand, with Dr Grayson advising against overexertion. The draft notes to Germany are also being prepared by the president on a typewriter.
The president, weakened by illness, is unlikely to deliver the annual message in person at the opening of Congress. Since taking office he has always appeared before Congress to read the address, but this year he may be unable to attend December 1 due to his condition.
Part of the morning session saw several defendants arraigned on last grand jury indictments. Ed Smith Joe Thom son and Edgar Thom son pleaded not guilty to stealing dry goods from a Millfield box car. John Collie admitted guilty to carrying concealed weapons and asked for mercy. Prosecutor Bar tels and Attorney Rowland urged leniency. Judge Worstell fined Collie 200 due to goitre. Mrs Effie McMasters pleaded not guilty to stealing dry goods and blackberrys. Harold Montgomery faced an indictment for cutting and stabbing W G Brill with intent to kill. Hamilton DeWees was not arraigned as a motion to dismiss the incest charge on his fifteen year old daughter Ruth was filed for Thursday.
Henry L. Doherty head of the syndicate that runs Toledo’s street rail system says he will offer to sell the company’s property to the city. The move follows Toledo voters approving a municipal ownership amendment on November 4, enabling city purchase with expert valuation and arbitration by a disinterested third party.
Democratic members of the Senate will caucus in a few days to select a minority floor leader after the death of Senator Martin Virginia. Leading candidates include Senator Hitchcock Nebraska Senator Underwood Alabama and Senator Simmons North Carolina.
400 yards of 12 foot wide Leonoleum pattern 18 blue and white sold Friday and Saturday at 4 49 per running yard. 100 Congoleum Rugs offered for sale as a superior quality durable design widely in demand.
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