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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1924
Page
2
Richmond Virginia report notes B. R. Harper of Pittsylvania County found that a large hornet hung near his barn repels flies effectively. He observes fewer pests around his dairy operation.
Ohio Highway Commissioner Boulay told Perry county officials that the Glouster to Corning stretch must be built next to provide a direct Athens to Zanesville route on hard surfaced roads. The Glouster segment is under construction by Fred Beckler, with other Perry County roads Shawnee and Mayesville eyed, and funding to cover all three hoped.
John Lewis of Indianapolis a United Mine Workers official cannot speak at the formal opening of the Ohio Republican campaign in Marion on September 27 due to a prior engagement. Don Parker says Lewis may speak later in Ohio. U S Senator Jah Idaho or U S Senator upper Kansas are expected to speak at Marion.
In Coshocton Ohio on September 12 Bishop Theodore 8 Henderson of Cincinnati spoke to a joint gathering that included 400 laymen and about 22 older members of the Northeast Ohio Annual conference despite a lingering threat related illness.
A government tested lamp emits brighter white light than gas or electricity with no odor or smoke. Inventor F M A Johnson of Lake Street Chicago offers a 10 day free trial and agency opportunities to early helpers, promising money for qualified distributors.
Ohio's corn yield is forecast to be the lowest in 31 years with an average around 26 bushels per acre and total crop near 90.5 million bushels, down from last year's 169 million. Weather from May through June delayed planting and cold dry growing conditions reduced harvest prospects, though Southwestern Ohio shows slightly better outlook with short ears still reported.
A letter from Edna Wallac Hopper touts a white refined facial clay that purges pores, treats blackheads, firms skin, and reduces wrinkles. She claims it revives blood flow for a rosy glow, promises lasting results with brief weekly use, and offers samples via coupon.
A 4 size pattern set includes sizes 4 6 S 10 years and advises gingham linene or chambray fabrics. The design calls for contrasting collar cuffs panel and belt and specifies fabric yardage for 27 inch wide material with figures for 6 year and other sizes.
Old age feebleness is challenged by McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets. Advertises sugar coated tablets claiming to make users feel 10 years younger in 30 to 80 days. Sold at Cline Pharmacy, McKee Drug Co., and other druggists with money back guarantee.
An entertaining skit contends that Herbert Spencer suffered gas insomnia and indigestion from a heavy dinner and poor dietary rules. A so called English food expert blames his gloom on diet violations and recommends Jaques Capsules after meals for quick relief.
In Yunan China manufacturers announce veiled umbrellas that hide wearers from view. The device features a watertight root and a long main pole with a two foot veil. In New York Mrs Maud L Rigby of Yonkers NY leapt from a fourteenth floor hotel window, dying with all bones broken.
An edict in southeastern Tibet bans the killing of musk deer to obtain musk for trade perfumes. The musk deer are already scarce and the new prohibition will further hinder musk supply and perfume production.
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