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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1919

Page

6

Fragmented OCR: Local Coffee Packaged for Sale

An OCR excerpt notes Golden Sun coffee sold in moisture-packed form and distributed by a company named Wools 7s Ca ee bee, with unclear phrasing and missing details about dates or locations.

Dandruff Remedy Allegedly Proven Effective

An old ad claims a simple nightly rinse dissolves dandruff and stops itching by moistening the scalp with plain liquid arvon. It asserts morning results include reduced flaking, softer hair, and a shiny, full look, though the notice is fragmentary and ends with a council ordinance note about streetcar doors.

Kentucky Man Promotes Mentholized Remedy For Hay Fever

A Kentucky man argues hay fever remedies are overhyped and promotes a simple Mentholized Arcine solution made by boiling water and gargling or spraying nostrils. He claims 80 to 99 percent effectiveness and urges readers to consult pharmacists for preparation.

Kentucky

Bio-Feven Booster Claim for Nervous Fatigue Cure

An advertisement promotes Bio-Feven as a quick remedy for nervousness fatigue and low energy from tobacco or alcohol excess. It promises seven days of two tablets after meals and one at night, then one after meals until relief, claiming doubled energy, sharper mind, and brighter eyes for men and women.

Jealousy and a Honeymoon Home in a Green Border Letter

A newlywed wife confesses to jealousy sparked by a green bordered letter from another woman. She recalls her shift from suspicion to trust, vows to avoid petty resentments, and expresses happiness over a bungalow rental and hopes to shorten the honeymoon to move in early. The note ends with a cryptic “To be continued.”

Jim Mr. Salsberg Cornelia Tompkinson Tompkinson

Dear Mrs. Thompson Marriage Questions and Home Advice

Column compiles reader queries on marriage licenses in Ohio and elopement risks, teen happiness, Indian heritage in romance, and kitchen know how. Includes licensing rules from Ohio Probate Judge, resident requirements, and a 75 cent fee, plus adult guidance on reforming outlook and preserving eggs with water glass.

Mrs. Thompson W. Aln

Why Do Women Suffer Lydia Pinkham Treatment Noted

Mishawaka Indiana woman describes severe female weakness that kept her from working. After trying Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she reports relief and restoration of ability to manage her daily tasks. The ad urges others with similar ailments to consult the company for guidance and notes forty years of experience aiding women.

Mishawaka Ind E. Pinkham Mrs. Sudaldfather West Second Street Oldfather Lydia E. Pinkham L E. Pinkham

Don Sung claims boost egg output from hens

A letter from Frank Dougherty of Indianapolis touts 419 eggs in 30 days from 20 hens under moulting using Don Sung. The ad promises a money back refund if expected results are not realized, urging readers to buy a 50 cent package from Burrell-Dugger Co. or local druggists.

Don Sung Frank Dougherty Elith St Indianapolis Kerty Don Burrell-Dugger Co Columbia Bldg Ind

Bitter pumpkins and muddied folly in a rural tale

A man battles mud to retrieve two large pumpkins for pies but finds the innards bitter and best laid plans spoiled. The piece riffs on work, gas prices, and a jab at Jewish advancement in professions through a dated, satirical lens.

Dr Thompson to Speak at Athens High School Visit

President W O Thompson of Ohio State University will appear on the Ohio Synod program at the Presbyterian church. If health permits he will address Athens High School Thursday at 1 pm after Superintendent Morgan telephoned from Columbus.

W. O. Thompson Ohio State University Ohio Synod Presbyterian Church Athens Morgan Thompson Columbus

Steel strike leaders push for inquiry into magistrates and police

In Pittsburgh on October 14 strife leaders pressed city council for an investigation of magistrates and police over alleged illegal arrests of strikers. Mill owners report desertions continue while producers claim near ten year high output as 1400 foreign born workers are replaced by Americans.

Pittsburgh Pittsburg

Injured in Ford Crash Near Grosvenor Street

William Graham of Grosvenor Street is in hospital with a fractured collar bone and cracked ribs after a Sunday afternoon Ford rollover. His wife Mrs. Graham is badly bruised and cannot use her left arm. Their young son, thrown from the car, has recovered from his injuries.

William Graham Grosvenor St

Austrian Shoots Landlady Over Theft Claim in Brewster

Philip Meposky an Austrian shot Miss Mary Heber his landlady in the kitchen of her Brewster home alleging she robbed him of a large sum of money. The bullet struck her in the neck and she was taken to Massillon City hospital where her condition was described as serious. Meposky fled, wearing only trousers and undershirt, and is believed to be hiding in nearby woods.

Jim Tompkinson Justice of Peace Canton Philip Meposky Mary Heber Brewster Massillon City Hospital Meposky

Striking Akron Machinists Vote to Return to Work

The Akron machinists voted to return to work in all city plants for one month starting Monday afternoon. They seek wage increases and better conditions, giving employers until the end of the month to fulfill promises. If not, the strike will resume, said Business Agent Newman.

Akron Newman

Pupils Bake Pies For Social Profits At West Bailey

West Bailey school pupils in Inover township baked pumpkin apple raisin and other pies sold at a social. The earnings totaled 13 dollars 75 cents. Miss Elfie Maxwell teaches the school.

West Bailey School Inover Township Elfie Maxwell

Strike Within a Strike Shuts Chicago Taxi Lines

In Chicago on October 15 union taxi cabbers delivered pickets to posts and refused to work the thirteen hours demanded, as a strike within a strike unfolded in the steel district.

Chicago

Up and About Again After Kidney Trouble

C F Reynolds of El mira New York describes severe kidney trouble and backache. After taking Foley Kidney Pills he recovered quickly and returned to work. Pills claim to relieve sleep disturbing bladder ailments rheumatic pains sore muscles and swollen joints. Sold everywhere.

C. F. Reynolds Elmira N. Y Foley

Two Guard Companies Depart Athens for Southland

Two years ago on a hazy morning the two guard companies left Athens at nine and began their first leg to the battle front. Since then history has unfolded in glowing paragraphs about their journey and fate.

Athens Southland

Social at Beaumont School Lights Up Dover Township

A Beaumont school in Dover township hosts a Friday October 17 social. Everyone is invited for entertainment and refreshments.

Beaumont Dover Township

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