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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1918
Page
2
A vintage advertisement praises liquid arvon as the only sure method to dissolve dandruff. Apply nightly to the scalp, rub in with fingertips, repeat over several nights to fully remove flakes. It promises relief from itching and a softer, shinier head of hair and claims the product is inexpensive and available at any drug store.
A small ad promotes Zemov to treat eczema, pimples, blotches, and ringworm. It claims a clear, healthy skin result with a clean antiseptic liquid, priced at 35c for a small bottle and $1.00 for a large bottle, from The E. W. Rose Co. of Cleveland Ohio.
The ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild calomel substitute for bowel and liver relief. It claims instant liver effect, no teeth harm, and fewer headaches or dullness from constipation. Available about 25 cents per box from druggists.
Local medical notice asserts Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures catarrhal conditions by acting through the blood to mucous surfaces. Written testimony from a leading country physician claims the remedy blends tonics and blood purifiers. Addressed to readers with a prompt to send for testimonials.
Edith Ferrol disputes Cleary’s plan to run Arcadia Inn as a New York crowd hub. John Ferrol opposes the venture citing town opinion after a night of tense talk and a rival party at the inn. Cleary defends his move before departing to pursue the controversial enterprise.
An authority explains kidney and bladder weakness stem from uric acid. The remedy involves Jad Salts or Rad Salts taken as directed to neutralize urine acidity, reduce irritation, and restore normal urinary function. This simple treatment is promoted as harmless and effective.
Mr. and Mrs. P. V. Coe and daughter visited Frank Kenney’s family. Various locals moved nearby homes and properties including Foutz, Davis, and Cooley. A surprise birthday party for Verne Haning marked his fourteenth with many attendees and festive games by the fire.
An old newspaper blurb promotes Chamberlain's Collee and Ia rrhoea Remedy for diarrhoea in children one year old or older. It recommends a dose of castor oil after initial relief and stresses keeping the remedy on hand for immediate use at the first sign of stool irregularity.
A vintage advert promises rapid relief from burning calloused feet corns and bunions with a 26 cent box of Tiz. It claims immediate soothing effects ending pain swelling and limping and offers a yearlong comfort guarantee or refund.
An old advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine as a hair treatment that claims to remove dandruff and hair loss within minutes. It asserts scalp relief, rapid baby hair growth, and glossy, voluminous hair after several weeks of use, urging readers to buy a small bottle at a low price.
Relief comes instantly with a dose every two hours for three doses to end grippe misery and a severe cold. It opens nasal passages, stops discharge, relieves headache and feverishness, and eases sneezing and sore throat. The genuine Papes Cold Compound costs only a few cents at any drug store.
John Sapp a Meigs county constable was arrested by Officer Sid Bolin at Essex mine near Middleport for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He was arraigned before Mayor E C Woodworth and fined 25 dollars plus 15 50 costs after evidence showed he rammed another vehicle on Courtney Hill.
A man named W. W Sreeshinickoff from Washington registered at the Berry Hotel yesterday evening. He wore a captain’s uniform with medals and devices and claimed service with the Russian army during the invasion of Prussia and five months’ employment by the United States government, with Moscow as his home.
Athens resident Mrs. J A Dilts reports long term relief from back pain and irregular kidney function using Doan's Kidney Pills. She notes lasting improvement after cold-related kidney issues and later confirms the remedy still works years later. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
An advertisement touts Bio-feren as a quick health builder for weak nervous women. It promises a vigorous body, sparkling eyes and rosy cheeks in two weeks, claims wide availability at druggists, and lists a seven day dosage plan and the formula.
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