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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1919

Page

6

Hay Fever Jokes Prompt Simple Remedy Claim

A Kentucky man touts Mentholized Arcine as a 99 cent cure to hay and rose fever. He says gurgling and a spray can blunt attacks, and pharmacists confirm it can modify symptoms even days after onset. He urges readers to visit a druggist to make a pint of the solution.

Kentucky

Bio-Feren claims to boost nerves and energy for all ages

An advertisement touts Bio-Feren as a first class nerve and energy booster. It promises increased ambition, clearer minds, and brighter eyes after seven days of a seven tablet-per-day regimen, with a refund if goals aren’t met.

Dear Mrs Thompson Letters Reflect Teenage Dilemmas

A compiled set of readers questions about teen romance, parental conflict, and social rules. A nineteen year old seeks advice on a married man. A fifteen year old asks about independence and use of money. Two girls aged fourteen ask if riding with boys is appropriate with parental approval.

Mrs. Thompson Iam Billie Dot

A Pneumonia Ward Tale of Hope and Frayed Care

Annie visits Bernie as he heals from pneumonia in a crowded ward. A young interne dismisses concerns, labeling the case ordinary while patients await adequate care and broader support. The scene captures tension between bedside hope and hospital constraints.

A Simple Style for the Growing Girl Pattern

A pattern suitable for serge gabardine gingham plaid or checked suiting. Fronts close over a vest and may be embroidered or braid trimmed. Cut in sizes 6 8 10 and 12 years with size 10 needing 3% yards of 27 inch material. Mail pattern illustration for 10 cents and 2 cents stamps.

Made Faces Arrest of Man in Front of President

John Lewis Poley, 27, of Chicago, was arrested by Fred Tate, superintendent of the secret service in Kansas City, for making faces at President Wilson. The incident took place in Kansas City on September 10.

Kansas City John Lewis Poley Chicago Fred Tate Secret Service Office President Wilson

Poley Arrested on Corner by Tate and Army Soldier

Poley was arrested on a street corner by Tate and handed to A. M. Brown a soldier who ferried him to the police station for detention.

Poley Tate A. M. Brown

Be Careful What You Wash Your Hair With

Be careful what you wash your hair with. Most soaps and shampoos contain alkali that dries the scalp and makes hair brittle. Malsified co cocoanut oil shampoo is pure and greaseless, cheap, lasts months, and cleanses thoroughly leaving soft, bright hair.

Destructive Albany Fire Threatens Town in 1899

Sparks from railroad engines ignited grass along the track near Albany. Citizens battled flames to save parts of the village. Alpheus Wilson lost a young orchard. Apples roasted on T. C. Parker land. Harvey Duffe and Frank Barnes bravely directed firebreaks to halt the blaze. Rev G W King preached his first sermon in Albany. B and Q train traffic to Philadelphia for the G A R encampment surged through Athens.

Albany Alpheus Wilson T. C. Parker Harvey Duffe Frank Barnes

Girls Entertained Class of Boys

Millfield Ohio September 9 The girls Esther Class of the Christian Church entertained the Loyal Boys Class at Miss Muriel Hartley's home with lunch and games. Attending were Misses Kenneth Riley Mabel Matson Olive Brookins Goldia Boudinot Inez Wemmer Nellie Sears Grace Knight Florence Brewer Eleanor Hill Florence Dennis Katherine Adams Muriel Hartley and visitors Miss Lucile Mills of Athens. Messrs Albert Norris Ray Knight Herbert Wade Jess Wemmer Ray Wammer Ramon Sears Fred Sears Parker Boudinot Allen Boudinot Herman Erich Vaughn Erich Nile Saunders James Adams Elmer Matson Walter Hartley.

Grace Knight Florence Brewer Eleanor Hill Florence Dennis Katherine Adams Muriel Hartley Albert Norris Ray Knight Herbert Wade Jess Wemmer Ray Wammer Ramon Sears Fred Sears Parker Boudinot Allen Boudinot Herman Erich Vaughn Erich Nile Saunders James Adams Elmer Matson Walter Hartley Lucile Mills Athens

Chamberlain's Calic and Diarrhoea Remedy Praised in Michigan

Mrs A H Hall Caseville Mich thanks the remedy and credits it with saving her baby's life this summer. Mrs Mary Carrington Caseville Mich says it has given prompt relief for years and she continues to rely on Chamberlain's Calic and Diarrhoea Remedy.

Chamberlain Michigan A. H. Hall Caseville Mich Mary Carrington

Japan to Hold Siberia Troops Despite Reports

Sept 10 Japan will not withdraw troops from Siberia, an official War Office statement says. The dispatch notes Tokyo intends to maintain forces in the region despite rumors of pullback.

Torio Japan Siberia War Office

Readiness to Reinforce Siberia Contends With Drawdown

A statement argues that withdrawal of troops from Siberia is unlikely to proceed soon and conditions there may force sending reinforcements. The note highlights potential military urgency and strategic considerations affecting deployment decisions.

Siberia

Ladies Aid Society Feasts and Meeting on Mrs Wade Lawn

Social calendar notes an autumn gathering hosted by the Ladies Aid Society on Mrs J R Wade s lawn with a served dinner for husbands. A business meeting followed, one new member joined, and plans were set for October 2 at Mrs William Hartley s country home.

Ladies Aid Society J. R. Wade F. E. Boudinot Smith Earl Downey William Hartley R. H. Wade P. D. Hill A. C. Withem Garfield Grims Herbert Mingus Fred Totman H. O. McDaniel Percy Fulwider John Brewer Charley Robinett Clinton Daugherty Mesdames Lewis Howard William Matson Dan Fulton Martha Smith Martha Sayers Alpha Werner Mary Evans Mabel Matson Sernestine Christine Mingus Crris Boudinot Lurene Wade Columbus Athens The Elks John Dean Ruth James Amos Hixson Jr Lauren Secoy Lancaster Elmer Poling Vern Fulton Mine No. 6 C. E. Stack Springfield Rich Dunkle

Death of Hazel Shields Hall in Chauncey and Nelsonville

Hazel Shields Hall born January 7 1897 died August 24 1919 at 22 7 17. She married Ed ward Hall April 16 1917 and leaves husband son Edward Paul four sisters Viola Ruth Selah Loretta and one brother Homer. A Chauncey native she lived in Nelsonville after marriage and joined Chauncey Christian church in 1911. She was cheerful and made many friends who mourn her loss.

Hazel Shields Hall Hazel Homer Annie Shields Edward Hall Edward Paul Viola Ruth Selah Loretta Chauncey Nelsonville Bible School Chauncey Christian Church

Card of Thanks from Mr and Mrs Homer Shields

The Shields family of Chauncey thank those who offered sympathy and assistance after their bereavement. They express gratitude to the ministers for comfort, the Chauncey quartet for songs, and all who sent local tributes. An item notes an European invention allowing speed control from any car seat without the driver's knowledge.

Chauncey Quartet Thhose Europe

Dr Williams Pink Pills Promoted For Health and Blood

An advertisement touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a long used remedy to build up blood and aid debility anemia chlorosis and thin blood disorders. It claims benefits for nervous troubles digestion appetite and general health with a trial offer for dissatisfied users.

Cline Pharmacy Co Dr. Williams

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