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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1896
Page
4
A fragmented 19th century collation discusses ad placement in a leading paper, urging mass reach through Murastocex axio Heneu. It cites circulation strength, essayed slogans like McKinseet prosperity, and hints at readers in homes, paired with political and naval topics and party rhetoric.
Washington reports government receipts for March were disappointing totaling about 24 million. Debits for the current local year run near 18 million, with likely total deficits around 17 million as predicted by Secretary Carlisle. Congress and the Senate urged to pass a suitable emergency revenue bill promptly to avert growing financial unrest.
A Contemporary Review writer spent five weeks with Cuban insurgents, refuting claims that the revolt is a savage, undisciplined affair. The piece portrays disciplined troops led by notable leaders, with a strong cross-section of society supporting the insurgents and opposing Spain. Pension bills and political maneuvers in Congress are noted, along with mentions of U.S. figures and conventions.
Washington dispatch reports a House revolt to shift toward private bills amid looming adjournment. The Cuban issue may be settled if the conference report is adopted, while Secretary Howe South faces scrutiny over pension moves. Debates touch on canal aid and Cleveland’s alleged Chicago convention plans, with McKinley’s nomination odds discussed as Speaker Reed contends on the first ballot.
An English writer notes the indigo snakes at a conserva tory garden exhibit surprising cleverness as cold weather nears. The snakes sense a cold wave by the first breath of air and, unable to warm themselves through exercise, solve the problem by sequentially swallowing each other to raise body heat.
In a 13th century tale a group of revelers wagered one man would midnight enter Westminster Abbey vaults and prove entry by sticking a fork into a newly deposited coffin. He succeeded but fainted when seized by terror after a long absence, his cloak snagged by the fork and nearly killed him.
A local Hurst politician reports Uncle Zeb, an aging resident near Wagerstown, undecided after meeting each candidate’s rep. Zeb says he needs a double-barreled shotgun for winter hunting and plans to vote only after discussions, revealing the difficulty of voter choice.
A Mississippi resident near Maben boasts about saving money by never buying matches. He says he brought his fire with him nearly 49 years ago and has kept it alive ever since, never spending a cent on matches.
The article discusses poverty of body and nerves and promotes Hostetters Stomach Bitters as a universal remedy restoring digestion and nerve strength. It cites a 1893 winter case from Long Beach West Virginia and praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy as effective for coughs and colds, noting price and availability from W A Mee.
A compact summary of a distressed mix of notices and ads. Readers learn thanks for kindness during illness and death, promotions for remedies such as One Minute Cure and Chamberlain's product, bicycle shop promotions at Hibbard Hardware Co, a city hall concert by Blind Case and Bind House Company, a local pharmacy advisory, and Wright's Celery Tea benefits, plus Gem Restaurant offerings.
Copmmo O April 1 Special Hon D b Sleuper speaker of the house proves he is fit for office. The assembly debates a wartime militia act and investigations into plates for the book Clue In the War. The scheme involved Robert Clarke & Company and millions in potential revenue. A court martial process is outlined amid political maneuvering and accusations of skulduggery.
Fragmented plea for reform outlines court process, fines, and bonds by state legislators. Mentions Senator Brown, Mason, and concerns over street railroads and factories with impact on taxpayers. Describes proposed penalties for violations and the broad reach of new measures in a wary tone.
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