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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1887
Page
5
The Messenger surveys Ohio politics after April elections, recalls Beaine’s illness recovery, and notes a push for Emmett Tompkins reelection. It blasts Columbus tally-sheet forgers, details a canal jobbers’ dynamite attempt near Defiance, and predicts changes to the Interstate Commerce law as lawmakers sour on its effects.
Washington April 11 87 Easter observances marked Lent’s end with religious services and grand spring fashions. The upcoming National Drill 23 days away will host citizen soldiery from 36 states and territories with cavalry infantry artillery and zouave contests. Cash prizes total 25000 plus medals and trophies as thousands converge on Washington for Governor’s Day review by the President.
Governor Foraker proclaims Thursday April 21 1887 Arbor Day urging widespread tree planting in towns cities farms and along roads. He emphasizes forests for climate rainfall beauty and practical benefit and calls for study and discussion of forestry and tree culture. Secretary J B Robinson attests the proclamation.
A questionable advertisement asserts that Drankenness or Liquor Nabil can be cured by administering Maines Golden Spee in coffee or tea without the drinker’s knowledge. It claims thousands of drinkers became temperate, promises no harmful effects, and offers a circular from Goines Spectre Co at 1 Race St. Claciunali Obie.
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