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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1896
Page
2
A legible mix of old advertisements and notices from a 19th century newspaper page. Includes rates for columns and readings, obituary and social notices, local ads, and early public notices. Mentions reading fees, subscription rates, and various legal and civic items, with scattered names and places typical of era.
The article extols exercise and Dr King s New Discovery as a remedy for spring languor and lung ailments. Alderman Frances of Chicago and minister Burgas of Keokuk endorse the medicine, noting long term use and relief. Free trial bottles offered at W A McAhee s drug store.
The Ohio House passed a Senate bill awarding 40750 to cover attorney fees and expenses tied to Col. Coits trial related to the Washington violation. A joint resolution to nolle the remaining indictments against Coit was also adopted. The report criticizes the county and praises the state action while noting the case’s costly, disputed proceedings.
A Denver man inherits fifty thousand dollars from a late owner and plans to keep a prized dog as part of the legacy. A surgeon and nurse attend the patient at a high cost while the deceased’s family travels west with the dog, believed to be the world’s richest.
A Philadelphia terrier originated from a wealthy patron Davis who left the dog $30,000 after his death. The dog then inherited a further $53,000 when the estate faced questions of disposition. Medical care and climate moves followed, with the dog living now in Denver while the fate of the fortune remains uncertain.
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