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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1919
Page
6
An era of home remedies is claimed for rose and way fever with a mentholized ar c ine solution. A trusted druggist asserts that the wonder formula can reduce severe and humiliating symptoms to mild in as little as twenty four hours. The method involves a pint bottle mixed with hot water and menthol, with the remedy administered by nasal snuff or inhalation twice daily.
An advertisement touts SENRECO TOOTH toothpaste as a cheap, quick way to white teeth and healthy gums. It claims removal of film, relief from pyorrhea, and acid issues, urging visits to a dentist twice yearly and noting wide dentist usage.
A damaged fragment discusses plates used with electric lights and contrasts them with frosted glass, mentioning a staging context and a comparison of effectiveness. The readable text hints at material or technique differences but lacks clear names or dates.
Ann records a turbulent day with husband Jim over a possible business tie to Belton and a flirtatious New York connection. She struggles with distrust, secret letters, and a desire for independence, writing her feelings in a diary as tension builds.
A woman writes about sending flowers after a brief acquaintance and whether to deepen friendship. Mrs Thompson encourages pursuing what you want while noting caution and respect for the other person and family.
An old ad claims colds cause headaches and body pains and promises relief from Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The box features BE. W. GROVE'S signature and the price is 30 cents.
Bert Beckwith, night foreman at Drover's Union Stock Yard Co. in Columbus Ohio, reports relief from flu symptoms after using Earle's Hypo-Cod. He gained weight, appetite and strength, says it helps constipation and kidneys. Bottle priced at $1.26 with war tax. sold by McKee Drug Co. and local druggists.
Baby Teddy Harrington, Detroit's third child victim of bichloride poisoning, died at Columbus Hospital Chicago shortly before midnight after en route treatment. Pneumonia and transport stress doomed recovery. Siblings Shirley and Edna Luikart remain hospitalized but unharmed by the death.
Theodore Gerke of Gerke Drug Co cites his wife selecting Number 40 for a blood medicine and reports strong results for family and customers. Local druggists in Evansville endorse the preparation, and a veteran physician says it will prolong life. Made by J C Mendenhall, a druggist of Indiana, sold by McKee Drug.
The new game law bans ferret ownership unless the owner maintains a young orchard and can prove rabbits damage the trees. Game protectors must file charges against ferret owners, threatening heavy fines.
Ida Van Buskirk of Oswego New York suffered repeated grip attacks and rheumatism. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with reducing pain and swelling enabling use of her arms. Pills sold by druggists or Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady priced 50 cents per box six for $2.50. free booklet available.
This sewing notice presents Pattern 3027 for a waist and Pattern 8004 for a skirt suitable for linen madras crepe and other fabrics. It lists seven waist sizes from 34 to 46 inches and seven skirt sizes waist 22 to 34 inches, with yardage requirements and a two-pattern mail offer for 10 cents or stamps.
An advertising piece from McKee Drug Co. promotes Phosphated Iron capsules to restore energy and vitality. It claims iron and phosphates improve blood and nerve function, reversing early aging signs and making users feel "full of life." Thousands reportedly regained health and strength after taking the capsules.
Mrs Wm Savage died here and was buried at Greenlawn last Thursday. Mrs Fred Weinrich of West Junction has visited Mr and Mrs Jess Skinner. Arthur Thomas and son Clifford visited Athens Tuesday for the boy's eye treatment. Mrs Arthur Thomas shopped at Nelsonville Monday. Mr and Mrs Smith moved back to Circle Hill with furniture recently. Mrs James Carr attended services at Nelsonville Tuesday afternoon. Mrs Charles Childress was a business visitor in Athens Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Jess Skinner and son Hildreth and Mrs Fred Weinrich motored to Canaanville Sunday. Mr and Mrs Elmer Locke and Mr and Mrs John Locke were at Haydenville Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Sam Bigley of Pittsburgh have been guests of sister Mrs Wesley Hawk.
Troop Two, Boy Scouts, won their first win of the season yesterday afternoon by defeating Troop One 18 to 0. Despite Troop One’s fast squad, Troop Two’s heavier line and nine men on the field in the first quarter helped secure the victory as Hughes scored both touchdowns and Jones kicked the goal.
A Cleveland inmate at the Ohio penitentiary prays for snow after betting a Cincinnati prisoner that the Sox would win the world series. When the Reds lost and no snow fell, he continues crawling on his hands and knees to his evening meal as punishment.
King Albert of Belgium Queen Elizabeth and Prince Leopold rested on a King Albert train near Oakdale before Columbus to Pittsburg legs. Leopold enjoyed a motor ride with 18 year old Julia Galvin daughter of Cincinnati Mayor Galvin. Julia said Leopold was nice and jests about American slang and hot dogs.
Athens Ohio resident Capt. Riggs recounts his illness from 1916 including diabetes heart trouble and indigestion. After eight months in bed his weight dropped to 107 pounds and he could not eat or sleep. A dose of Dr Parker's Treatment revived him. he now weighs 145 and does his own chores at 85. Sold at Cline's Pharmacy and druggists everywhere.
Game Protector Joe Hibbard warns hunters not to train dogs for pursuing game before the season. He stresses the law is clear and advises waiting until the season begins to strain or train the dogs.
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