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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1922
Page
2
A historical advertisement notes nine or more per cent price on hair dressing products sold by Westfall Bros at S Court Street in Athens Ohio. The ad emphasizes availability through the local shop serving customers with grooming items.
Eleven thoroughbred milk cows perished in a morning blaze that destroyed a barn on William Keenan’s farm near Hudson Ohio. The fire’s cause is unknown and the loss is estimated at 335000 dollars.
Fire of unknown origin damaged the Wadsworth Feed Co. store and stock in WAREN. last night, totaling about 196000 dollars. Niles fire department aided in preventing further spread of the flames.
President Harding plans to press Congress at the next session to submit a constitutional amendment prohibiting the issue of tax-exempt bonds by federal or state governments. The move aims to curb tax advantages on public debt.
The report identifies the primary sealing ground off the coast of Newfoundland as a crucial area for industry activity and maritime operations. It highlights the region’s importance for harvests and navigation, noting its strategic position in Atlantic waters.
Wilbur Mott special prosecutor in the Hall Mills murder inquiry said evidence justifies an immediate arrest but he will wait for an opportune time to clinch the case and prepare for trial. He dismissed reports that the state is clueless and noted readiness to act if needed.
Senator David J. Walsh of Massachusetts predicts that C. C. Dill the Democratic candidate for Washington senator will defeat incumbent Miles Poindexter the Republican nominee. The chairman of the Democratic national senatorial committee issued the forecast in Washington.
Rod ney Kendrick an Oakland newspaper artist and alleged affinity of Mrs Edith Huntington Spreckles Wakefield was formally held to answer in the superior court on a charge of failing to provide for a minor child. The suit was brought by his wife who sues Mrs Wakefield for 25000 pounds in heart balm.
In White Cloud Michigan on October 26 Mrs Meda Hodell was found guilty of first degree murder for using poison in her father in law David Hodell s coffee. The jury deliberated two hours and she awaits sentence after related murder cases involving her husband Ronnie Hodell and other relatives.
Brellefontaine O Oct 26 police report a break-in at the East Liberty post office. Thieves blew open a safe and escaped with $10 after last night’s raid. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
Jesse Prather, under indictment in connection with the march of armed miners, slipped from the Charlestown jail during the night. He left a note claiming poor health and stating he would return when summoned for his trial. No clues as to his location were known.
Fire broke out in a Broadway fireworks store in Akron last evening endangering main downtown businesses. Mrs. Julia Toney, who lives behind the store, reported the blaze and a discarded cigarette end found in the blaze room suggested a possible arson or careless entry.
Despondent Walter Barrett, 38, attempted suicide by sealing a rubber coat over his head and inserting a gas tape beneath it. A woman living nearby found him and summoned help.
Advertisements tout Nerv Worth as a one dollar remedy for stomach and bowel trouble with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied after the first bottle. It cites a Dayton, Ohio user testimonial and claims broad relief for adults and children with a pleasant taste and family use appeal.
A fragmentary note quotes Annie Laurie urging against marrying for motive, advising the recipient to forget the married man and seek genuine love. The passage references happiness in choosing true affection over a complicated liaison.
Cah Opt 86 notes Jacinto Florio who lived 113 years says he has not found lasting happiness. He reflects that contentment does not come with age, has experienced wealth and poverty, and suggests not letting old folks homes shape his later years. He jokes about marriage and dying on native soil.
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