River Flood Forces Moves in Athens Valley
The Ocking River continues to rise prompting evacuation of residents in the valley near Athens. Authorities report heavy damage and displaced families as floodwaters drive people from homes and farms.
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1919
Page
2
The Ocking River continues to rise prompting evacuation of residents in the valley near Athens. Authorities report heavy damage and displaced families as floodwaters drive people from homes and farms.
A nostalgic drug-store advertisement touts St Jacobs Liniment for instant relief from rheumatic pain. It claims penetrative action relieves pain in joints muscles bones and nerves easing sciatica lumbago and neuralgia with a small trial bottle from any drug store.
The advertisement lists everyday items with price points including 2 Brooms at various prices, potatoes by peck and six pounds, oysters by the quart, Daily Bread Flour in multiple unit sizes, crackers, roasted peanuts, and coffee at different per pound costs. A Fifty Brush free with any three dollar order is advertised as a bonus.
For first time in years the public is not needed to supply Thanksgiving dinners. Associated Charities and Salvation Army provided for nine families after the Moose Club obtained the names and addresses. No family was passed by if known to charities, following a union resolution. Irish ministry of labor reportedly to arbitrate the matter.
Turkish officials warn a political vacuum could spark anarchy as the Ottoman interior collapses, hindering tax collection and funding while the Allies tighten occupation. Leaders push for elections to form a parliament ready to discuss peace terms, fearing nationalist movements and rival mandates.
Dublin reports the bank clerks union will notify members on Monday to strike after business hours on Wednesday in response to a circular from bank directors asking clerks to declare their intentions.
An advertisement extols Peterson's Ointment as a cure for burns, bruises, eczema, salt rheum and related skin conditions. It touts quick relief, claims satisfaction from customers including Mrs Weiss, and notes availability from druggists via Peterson Ointment Co. Inc. in Buffalo New York.
An advertisement promises Neutrane Prescription 99 as a lasting internal cure for rheumatism gout and neuralgia. It claims blood purification aids natural defenses and lasting relief from inflamed joints. Sold at Ebert's Drug Store and major druggists.
A crisis looms in the Fillis land soviet hunger and silence strike as New York radicals held on Ellis Island await deportation and brace for possible court action by the House immigration committee. They refused to appear, avoided interviews through a wire mesh, and ignored Thanksgiving aromas as deputies prepare to address men arrested for sedition or anarchy two years ago who remain free pending appeals.
Alberto Angeles, 22, son of Gen Felipe Angeles executed by Carranza forces, says he will pursue his father’s work to build a democracy in Mexico that respects international obligations and the constitution in a statement made public here.
The newly named head of the Angeles family vows to support his widowed mother sister and younger brother before traveling to Mexico to join the fight. He believes his father’s death will strengthen the cause and says his friends will not desert. The widow Senora Angeles remains ignorant of the execution news and is critically ill, with relatives fearing the shock could kill her.
Classified ad touts Phosphated Iron Caps to strengthen nerves and restore vitality after overwork and worry. Claims visible improvements in eyes, cheeks, and energy. urges purchase at Ebert's Drug Store and druggists nationwide.
Four men two armed robbed Coulter's restaurant on Sloane and Detroit avenues Lakewood at 2 a m. They took $48 from the cash drawer a watch and chain $12 from Carl Coulter a diamond ring from Joseph Held and a ring from Charles Milne. They fled in a presumably stolen car toward the city. license number linked to a West Boulevard man.
Joseph Kozlura files for divorce from Kate Kozlura claiming she left in October 1911 with another man and now lives with him in McKeport Pennsylvania. The petition outlines persistent separation since the alleged infidelity and seeks court relief.
A vintage ad promotes Mentho Sulphur as a quick relief for itching burning and unsightly skin eruptions including pimples on face neck or body. It claims fast relief without massages or steaming and notes druggists sell two ounces for a few cents.
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