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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1920
Page
2
Ohio Secretary of State Harvey C. Smith urged election officials to prevent confusion at polls on election day. He advised early voting, extra booths in large precincts, and strict booth conduct to avoid questioning or influencing women voters. He urged employers to arrange work so employees can vote.
New York October 26 reports say Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier will sign to box 15 rounds for the heavyweight title. Terms reputedly settled on a percentage of gate receipts between Tex Rickard and the fighters’ managers.
Nine stokers died in a blast aboard the steamer La France and were taken ashore for burial. Five stokers were injured as the liner prepared for another voyage to New York once repairs are finished.
The O. E. 8 hosts a Halloween social at the colored Masonic Hall corner of State and Court Street Thursday evening October 28 1920. Prizes await the most cleverly masked visitor. All are welcome.
Mrs R L Scott of 22 Columbia St Oneonta says neuritis pains eased after ten days of Dr Williams Pink Pills. She reports improved sleep appetite complexion and energy with friends noting she looks better. The ad promotes Pink Pills as a blood builder nerve tonic available from druggists or by mail for 60 cents per box.
An archaic advice column extols female health and vitality noting that evident signs of distress include lassitude headaches and low mood. It endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a simple herbal remedy to restore health to a normal condition.
In Cleveland on October 26 the state city free employment exchange reports fewer jobs and more applicants. Over 400 people applied for work, with many seeking unskilled positions. Police officers previously finding work struggle to secure openings amid a labor surplus and a two to one ratio of job seekers per available position.
Funeral services for John Bennett will be held at the family residence Wednesday at 2 PM with burial in Bennett cemetery. W. W. Blake of Albany died Monday after two months illness aged about 80, Civil War veteran and former Masonic secretary. Funeral at his residence Wednesday at 1 30 PM with burial in Hebbardsville.
One of the season's biggest socials will be held at the Canaanville school on Friday evening October 30 at 7 o'clock. The event offers eats entertainment and a good time for all. Everybody is invited to attend.
A pre social will be held at the Fairview school house Friday night October 29 to raise funds for the schools.
An inventor combines an electric fan and lamp so both operate from a single socket. The feature promises convenience and efficiency for home use.
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