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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1895
Page
6
The MESSENGER AND HERALD, Athens county weekly, markets itself as the leading advertising medium with strong circulation and business appeal. Recovery from recent downturn boosts trade and spending, making now ideal for advertising while offering lower rates than rivals.
The Athens county Republicans conclude a long canvass selecting a full ticket for county offices. Leaders praise incumbents like Sleeper and Scott while pledging unity to secure a decisive election victory. The piece notes support for Riley and references potential fiscal strains and a possible extra session if the income tax is struck down.
A local advertiser promotes ladies gloves and wrappers for Athens with ready made options in multiple colors. Gloves are offered in $1.00 and $1.50 quality with guaranteed comfort, plus a percale wrapper line at 69c and a range of better goods priced at $1.00, $1.25, and $1.50.
A local retailer announces a completed line of Laun dried Shirt Waists with popular prices at 25c, 0.75, and 1.00 dollars. The ad emphasizes affordable options and a waist as low as 25 cents for shoppers seeking budget garments.
Ready made children’s wash dresses offered in calico, percale, and gingham. Prices range from 25 cents to 1.00. They are described as very nice and cheap, appealing to budget shoppers.
Twe candidates who lost in last Monday's Republican primaries discuss their defeat with good nature. They describe the loss philosophically and speak about moving forward in a calm, upbeat tone.
A handsome line of Silk Waists offered at two ninety eight, three seventy five, four fifty, five and six dollars. Prices are lower than the cost of the fabric to make them locally.
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