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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1922
Page
6
An ad proclaims a free trial of a treatment for asthma and hay fever available without any cost or time loss. It promises to relieve difficult breathing and wheezing promptly, urging anyone with chronic or recent symptoms to mail a coupon today and begin the method at once. The pitch targets those who have failed inhalers or patents and emphasizes no upfront charge.
Cincinnati September 6 The voice of the city urged residents to help catch two men who overpowered Fred Korrell manager of the Hellman Clothing Co store at Amelia Ohio after closing hours. They gagged him and left him tied to a chair while they looted the shop.
A serialized tale follows a young woman seeking independence through business college as she navigates marriage, money, and social duties. Alec’s lingering influence, estranged family ties, and Estelle’s brazen marriage scheme shape a vivid portrait of early independence and social optics.
The notice describes a Madras percale gingham soisette and silk style pattern in seven sizes from 38 to 50 inches, with neck measurements and fabric yardage. It notes a new short sleeve feature for warm days and includes pattern mailing on receipt of 12 cents. It mentions Blue Devil bath product for tub rings.
The Presbyterian Church in Hebbardsville announces homecoming day on Sunday October 1 with morning and afternoon exercises and a community noon dinner. It marks 80 years since the church ground was purchased and will feature reminiscences of past events and people. Committees include Executive George Wakefield Ellsworth McKnight Baxter Erwin. Program J A Miller Roy Radford George Wakefield. Music The Choir Ellsworth McKnight H A Matheny. Dinner coordinators Mrs Potter Mrs Roy Radford Mrs W W Allen Mrs Sherman Parker Mrs Edward S McVay Mrs Nellie Coe Mrs Lizzie Tinker Mrs Julian Gift. Reception George Allen Gene Potter R L Clutter Mrs Charles Whaley Mrs T W Coe Mrs Will Whaley Mrs Emma Angell.
At Washington on September 5 a report says President Harding seriously contemplates naming a dirt farmer to both the United States tariff commission and the Federal Reserve Board. The move is described as a significant potential appointment in the administration.
One man was killed and four others, including two women, were wounded in a firing incident in Dublin early today. Police said the attack occurred in the city center with no immediate motive disclosed and investigators seeking witnesses.
A medical ad claims neuritis causes sharp upper body pains and eye twitching headaches and recommends Tysmol tablets from McKee Drug Co and Tysmol Mfg. Chemists in San Francisco for relief without narcotics. The copy asserts the product soothes inflamed nerves and is harmless.
Daniel Schaeffer of 41, a patient at Athens State Hospital since February last year, hanged himself with a sheet in the ward washroom around 1:30 Wednesday. Coroner Kempton to investigate. body to be sent to his wife in Chili cothe. He had been cheerful and with partial privileges before the act. The night watchman found him about 2 o'clock.
An old newspaper ad extols falsified cocoanut oil shampoo as a pure greaseless option for washing hair. It claims standard soaps harm the scalp, while two to three teaspoons in warm water create a rich lather that cleanses, leaves hair silky and easy to manage, and lasts for months.
John Wineman of Corning was released on $500 bond after pleading not guilty to sending a threatening letter through the mails. He allegedly warned A. H. Hody foreman of the T and C shops at Corning to leave town or face a violent demonstration.
Fight ing Bob La Follette, seeking another term in the United States Senate, has won Wisconsin support by about two to one as returns come in from about half the state on September 6.
An old warning notes that excess stomach acid causes acid indigestion with bloating and gas. It cautions against weak digestive aids and promotes Bisulated Magnesia as a safe, inexpensive remedy taken after meals to neutralize acid and relieve discomfort.
The Plains Word notes the death of John Hawkins at Murray City, with services held there for the respected former resident. It also records visits and travels of local families including Mrs. Frank Briley and her Oklahoma kin, DeWeese of Mansfield visiting Athens and Carbon Hill, and a shower planned by George Gabriel Sr. for Mrs. Sant Shaw and family.
Two thousand Bible Students attend the International Bible Students Association convention at Cedar Point Ohio, which opened yesterday and continues today.
Advices from Smyrna report Greeks holding the southern Anatolian front from Ala Shehr to Fl Ban jar. The Kasler reunion remains postponed and now set for September 17 in the grove at Jackson village.
Mr John Easler of Millfield complains the Big Bailey school near the head of Big Bailey is in bad repair and neglected by the school board. He offers to transport board members to inspect it and urges improvements including cleaning, blinds, stove, paint, glass, seats, and a broom. He notes funds favor village schools over this one and ends with a patriotic plea from 1861 to 1900s.
Geneva reports six vice presidents were elected by the League of Nations assembly. The newly named vice presidents are Karl Balfour England Gabriel Hanotaux France Dr. Gomez Portreal Hjalmar Branting Sweden Senor Cimeno Spain and Dr. Nintehitch Czecho Slovakia. It is reported the Irish free state will apply for membership during the current plenary session.
In Wheeling West Virginia the city council voted to place both the police and fire departments under civil service ending a long running dispute. The measure passed last night signaling a major reform in city personnel policy and governance.
Mrs. A E Dutton learned on Wednesday evening of her nephew Curtis Sheets death in Copan Ohio. Burial occurred Sunday at 2 pm in Coffeeville Kansas. Sheets had visited relatives here last summer and was described as healthful and fine looking. Community notes record visits to Parkersburg Marietta and Ravenswood, school reopenings, picnics, and upcoming teaching assignments with local families hosting guests from Akron Columbus and Steubenville.
Muriel McCormick daughter of Harold and Edith Rockefeller McCormick evaluates a motion picture firm’s bid to appear in four films for a total of 1 million dollars.
The prohibition and temperance reunion is planned for Thursday September 7 at Hebbardaville Presbyterian Church. An all day program begins with an experience meeting at 10 a m followed by a noon picnic dinner. At o’clock Rev Daniel McGurk of Athena will discuss Future Prohibition.
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