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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1918
Page
4
A wartime propaganda piece warns that Germany cannot be beaten without maximum support for US and Allied troops. It cautions against overconfidence, urges steadfast resolve to fight every mile to Berlin, and calls for continued Liberty Bond purchases as troops press toward Potsdam.
Analysis argues that success on two distant fronts could isolate Germany and eliminate Turkey and Bulgaria from the war. Critics say such a push would boost Allied morale and press Central Europe toward collapse, leaving Austria-Hungary as the lone German ally.
Walter Damrosch, German born, serves in France as general band marshal in charge of all American military bands. He volunteers for the American Expeditionary Force and is expected to reorganize bands to match French prestige. His salary is smaller, but his service contrasts with other musicians who stayed in the country.
A jovial English lord meets an American Boy Scout and jokes about grandfathers gaining titles. A bailiff’s inventory spirals from oak furniture to whisky labeled full then empty, ending with a revolving doormat. A boy’s thunderous picnic game and a distracted dinner conversation close the piece.
The Kaiser declares every German knows no stone left unturned in pursuit of victory. He frames the war effort as unified national duty and vows continued resolve across the Fatherland.
A collection of practical kitchen and domestic tips with simple remedies for cooking and cleaning. Instructions cover egg yolk use, knife cutting, strainer cleaning, sour milk bottles, fruit preservation with sealing wax, cake icing, egg shell bottle cleaning, whipped cream substitute, umbrella care, ant control, liniments, and a home brew mixture for animals. The piece blends household recipes with general maintenance advice.
This recipe segment lists Hamburg steak bites seasoned with onion and crumbs served with brown gravy. It also provides Creamed Peanuts on Toast with milk, ground peanuts, olives or celery, pimentos and peppers, thickened with cornstarch and onion juice, served over toast.
The war aims quoted describe how the Kaiser would ruin nations and erase cultures, claiming no city, law, or life would be spared from German aggression. The speaker asserts the Kaiser’s ambition extends to destroying art, freedom, and humanity, leaving no one safe.
Voters face simplified ballots as Socialist and Prohibition parties fail to gain ballot access in many states. The Socialists’ stance on war has damaged their appeal, while Prohibitionists ride momentum and are seen as already victorious, signaling an end of both parties’ relevance.
Mrs Emerson Collins of New Marshfield faces anxious days as her four sons and several relatives register for service amid World War I. Chester and Garrett are abroad, Leslie seeks a place, and the family recalls Civil War bravery as patriotism runs deep. The mother clings to pride and fear, hoping no one becomes a slacker.
Relatives gathered Tuesday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Wm Yeager’s home to celebrate his 24th birthday. The party included his parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Yeager sister Mrs. Milan Eby and children Nellie Vernon Willie Fay and Charles Milan. Mrs. Wim Yeager’s father came from Dayton. Yeager played music on a new Edison machine after a fine supper. Present gifts were many and the guests wished him happiness for the year ahead.
A reader asks about proper hostess etiquette and warmth in rooms affecting flowers and guests. Marie Riley answers queries on etiquette. The column notes Miss Riley will respond to questions sent with a stamped envelope and mentions a separate reader’s unnamed query about a baby girl name with encyclopedic guidance.
A 19th century style guidance warns a young woman to speak first when meeting a man on the street and warns against writing to strangers. It notes risks of unwanted attention and embarrassment from unfamiliar acquaintances and suggests cautious social behavior.
Presley F. Combs former Athens County resident died at Springfield Ohio September 15 at age 79. He was a prominent farmer in Athens and Meigs counties born October 31 1839 in Muskingum County. He married Mary E. Hooper on September 16 1868 and would have celebrated 50 years of marriage Monday. Survived by five children Fuller Callie Emmett alive Iva and Robert preceded in death. four brothers James Selim Charles Millard and two sisters Mary Stratton and Mrs Newton Wines. Paralyzed January 12 1916 He is buried at Emory Chapel.
A lyric meditation on leaving earthly life for heaven. The speaker celebrates returning home after a life completed, asserts the sting of death is powerless for the living who never die, and frames death as a transition to eternal reward.
Governor Cox announced a rapid construction of a military map of Ohio to join a progressive national map. The War Department was approached by Major Harry C. Boyden and Captain Charles F. Fletter, Army engineers. County surveyors may assist as maps will be topographical.
An Australian inventor has developed a cone shaped device placed around the shoulders during a haircut. Hair falls into a circular trough, replacing traditional aprons and reducing mess for barbers. The innovation aims to keep clients and work areas cleaner during styling.
Researchers test sounding leads equipped with micro phones to probe mud bottoms of rivers and harbors. The devices capture dull noises and tapping on stony bottoms to determine seabed texture and depth.
A description of severe eczema causing burning irritation and torment. The text argues local salves only offer temporary relief and asserts true cure lies in reaching the disease’s source, but the source is left unfinished.
A historical piece argues that advertising hinges on honesty and guaranteed satisfaction. It explains that products must meet quality, price, and performance standards before advertising begins, and that truth builds trust, repeat business, and dealer and publisher protection.
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