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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1918
Page
6
Spanish Influenza news recounts its origins in Spain and past outbreaks, with guidance on symptoms, bed rest, and when to seek a doctor. It promotes Vicks VapoRub, steam inhalation, and quarantining to prevent spread, stressing rest and nutrition and warning about possible complications like pneumonia.
Edith Ferrol, a self taught maker, visits the Marshell home to sell her cushions and baskets to Mrs. Corney Marshell, a tired, efficient society matron who runs a busy household with ten servants and a husband’s social duties. The meeting reveals class contrasts and Edith’s plan to prove her value as a maker.
Washington October 23 reports 1205 total casualties with 125 killed in action 97 missing in action 177 wounded severely 1166 wounded undetermined 12 died from accidents 80 wounded from wounds 101 died of disease and one prisoner plus 440 wounded undetermined. Ohio names include Alexander H Jones Lloyd Brown Guth Newton Ball Crowe Drensek Mann Ore and several others.
An ad touts an internal Miro Pile Remedy as a cure for hemorrhoids, claiming rapid relief and permanent healing. It features a testimonial from F M Smith of Lorain Ohio and notes pharmacists can supply the product. It also mentions Miro Pile Ointment for itching piles.
W. F. Shaw directs a federal vocational program for Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana to reeducate disabled discharged military personnel. Headquarters are in Cincinnati with plans for Columbus offices. The scheme pairs education with job placement in factories and shops, aiming to help veterans support themselves without cost to them.
Fred Ivers a 21 year old miner and Gladys Williams 18 were married October 21 1918 by Dr A Y Wilcox at the Manse in Clouster.
A wartime note states a baby bond will provide immediate five dollar aid bands for 87 injured American soldiers near the firing line.
A light blue satin sofa pillow cover embroidered with bright flowers, edged in cream silk lace, arrived from France to Audra Ludwick via Brent Metcalf near Stewart. The center bears Souvenir de France and is described as a French-made keepsake. Other items, including handkerchiefs, were received from the boys over there.
Calgary report says the provincial board of health decreed all railroad passengers in Alberta must wear gauge masks to curb influenza. Persons without masks will be refused admission to trains.
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