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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1919

Page

2

Eye Defect Found as Cause in Headache Claims

Observations link headaches to eye defects after years of stomach blamed. Researchers note most headaches stem from vision issues, prompting new focus on eye health and corrective measures.

Warren Man Loses Roll in Cleveland

James F. Kane of Warren reported to Cleveland police that he was drugged and robbed of 300 dollars. He regained consciousness on the street after arriving with his fiancée Mrs. Anna Coulter from Warren to discuss a real estate deal and said several men attacked him.

Cleveland, O James F. Kane Warren Kane Anna Coulter

Race riot injuries after straw hat destruction in New York

A race clash in New York left one Black man dead, two people wounded, a police officer beaten, and many others with facial injuries after the destruction of out of season straw hats. The incident followed a confrontation that escalated into violence.

New York

Canton School Enrollment Rises By 1200 Students

Canton enrollment shows a year over year rise of 1200 students, reflecting growing attendance across district schools and potential impacts on class sizes and resources.

Canton

Army Recruiting Party Arrives in Athens for 40th Infantry

The largest army recruiting party from Camp Sherman, fifteen men and three officers led by Lt. D. W. Bennett, arrived in Athens to secure recruits for the 40th Infantry and other outfits. They will visit Athens County towns for five days before moving to Parkersburg. The 40th Infantry needs 1100 men. enlistment terms vary for previous service and new recruits. A mass meeting may be held this week where Lt. Williams will discuss his twenty years in the army.

Camp Sherman Athens 40Th Infantry D. W. Bennett H. H. Wilder F. Williams Athena Parkersburg Camp Cuater Col. Burkhart Athens County Iieut. Williams

Nerv-Worth praised by Civil War veteran in Michigan

A Findlay man, T. L. Bradstreet, lauded Nerv-Worth at J Lohrstorfer's in Flint for easing nervousness indigestion and sleeplessness. He says one bottle proved its claims and he recommends it to others. Stores in Athens Nelsonville and nearby sell Nerv-Worth. The note ends with a Philippine palm juice alcohol statistic.

Findlay J. Lohrstorfer Flint Mich T. L. Bradstreet Hurd Ave Findlay, C McKee’s Athens Mr. Bradstreet Hickman Gem Phara Nelsonville

Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Stomach Relief

A testimonial describes severe gas causing unconsciousness after a fall and head injury. The writer credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with eliminating stomach and intestinal troubles and states one dose convinces of its efficacy with a money back guarantee from McKee Drug Co.

Mayr McKee Drug Co

Pay of Postal Men Very Shy

Columbus Ohio September 16 report shows 108 telegrams to Senator Harding from local postal workers urging relief from low wages. Similar messages sent to Senator Pomerene and other Washington officials to continue the campaign until pay improves. Dayton post office posts 90 resignations in the past year due to low wages, according to a telegram from Forrest L. May to Pomerene.

Columbus Senator Harding Pomerone Washington Harding Columbus Post Office Dayton Pomerene Forrest L. May Ohio

Olson's Gym Class Revives Ready Men Through Faithful Work

A fall semester gym class began yesterday for tired business and professional men. Started in June 1918, the group meets daily at 6 am with 30 to 50 men enrolled. Participants report renewed energy and health, noting the effort outweighs the inconvenience. Registration is via M. R. Crooks.

Olson M. R. Crooks

Appeals for Children of Unpopular Age

Arthur W. Caldwell of the Ohio State Grange appeals to officials and grange members, urging attention to neglected five to eleven year olds in state child welfare. He notes many applications come for ages 12 to 18 or under five, while five to eleven must go without homes.

Arthur W. Caldwell Ohio State Grange Children's Welfare Department State Board of Charities Granges of Ohio

Dempsey Manager Refuses $150,000 London Bout Offer

New York reports Jack Kearns, manager of champion Jack Dempsey, has declined a $150,000 offer for a championship bout in London. The decision comes as talks continue and conditions may shift.

New York Jack Kearns Jack Dempsey London

Father Is Killed As Scaffold Collapses In Akron

Akron report says John Viers 42 father of seven was instantly killed and Charles Slreton and D. O. Lamp of Cuyahoga Falls were seriously injured when a scaffold collapsed during work.

Akron Ohio John Viers Chas. Slreton Dh. O. Lamp Cuyahoga Falls

Wilson to Speak in Glass Cage at San Diego Stadium

President Wilson travels to San Diego where he will deliver a speech from a glass cage surrounded by 250 reporters and the reception committee. A new device called the magna box will amplify his voice so thousands hear every word.

San Diego Cal Wilson

Ohio University enrollments surge as term opens

Registration at Ohio University continues with 868 students enrolled by Tuesday morning and a line of hopeful registrants awaiting entry. Classrooms opened for the first semester as Prof. C. L. Martzolff prepares to assume the alumni secretary role with Miss Julia L. Cable as his stenographer. At John Hancock School, opening figures indicate a record year as 150 students enrolled pre noon under Principal Comstock.

Ohio University C. L. Martzolff Ellis Martzolff Julia L

Miss Arpee Studies Under Famous Man

Miss Arpee of the College of Music returns from New York City to resume university work after a summer studying with Percy Grainger and under Xavier Scharwenka. Grainger praised her playing and hard work. she played at a public New York reception to applause and met childhood friends from Constantinople. Her brother Edward studies at Princeton this year.

Shouhee Arpee The College of Music New York City Percy Grainger Miss Arpee Xavier Scharwenka Grainger New York Constantinople Princeton Edward University

Steel Workers in Pittsburgh Prepare for Nation-Wide Strike

Field organizers in this district meet to submit plans to the general strike committee, which convenes tomorrow in what may be the final session before the nationwide steel strike set for September. Organizing officials say rumors of postponement until after the Washington labor conference on October 6 are false. John Fitzpatrick, head of the steel workers Committee, was due to arrive from Chicago.

Pittsburgh Washington John Fitzpatrick Steel Workers Committee Chicago

Tewksbury Golden Wedding Anniversary Invitation

Mr and Mrs James N Tewksbury of Albany celebrate fifty years with invitations in gold and white for a ceremony on Wednesday October 15 at the Albany opera house.

James N. Tewksbury Albany Albany Opera House

Pink Pills Restore Strength After Influenza Illness

Mrs. Lucy Weber of Cincinnati relates that a few days of influenza left her weak and troubled by indigestion and feverish headaches. After using Dr Williams Pink Pills her digestion improved, she gained strength, and headaches ceased. Pills sold by druggists or Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY 50 cents a box or six for $2.50.

Lucy Weber Enright Avenue Cincinnati Dr. Williams Dr. Williams Medicine Co Schenectady N. Y

University enrollment hits 892. football to start soon

President Ellis announced at noon that by 10:30 this morning 892 students had enrolled. Football work begins now with Muskingum hosting the first game on October 4. Captain Bill Trone to return late this week from Cincinnati engagement. Canton public school funds show a balance of 1 247 843 94 dollars.

Ellis Muskingum Bill Trone Cincinnati Canton

Olala tablets offer kidney liver blood cleanse guarantee

A persuasive tonic promises to purify kidneys and liver and cleanse the blood. It claims quick overall health improvement and a money back guarantee if it fails, selling 50 tablets for 25 cents at druggists with a certificate of guarantee.

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