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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1907
Page
5
The senior Ohio senator Foraker clearly outlines his position relative to executive dictation, attacking the president’s authority and pressing for defined limits on executive power.
In front of about 1200 at the Canton Board of Trade banquet Senator Joseph B. Foraker defended his Ohio service, rejected dope stories about Roosevelt, and pledged to answer to his constituents. He contrasted his independence with administration pressures over Brownsville, Hepburn rail measures, and other policies, stressing accountability to the people and readiness to seek their verdict.
Athens schools observe Arbor Day with optional programs for teachers while awaiting completed grounds for tree planting. Gov Harris proclamation urges citizens to plant trees and beautify streets with government and school participation. Prof. Coultrap notes next year will see tree planting once grounds are ready.
Mrs. Charles Freltoy of Moosup Connecticut describes long years of illness with headaches and low energy. She credits Bur dock Blood Bitters with restoring her vigor and turning her into a well woman.
A list of real estate transfers with buyers, sellers, parcels and prices across multiple townships and villages. Notable entries include McKinstry & Parker to W H Nicholson for lot 1484 at 450 dollars and J T Algeo receiving 40 dollars from H D McGill, with numerous other deeds and acreages cited and values ranging from 40 to 3 000 dollars.
Albert Shott of Columbus was found unconscious at his stairway Monday night. He regained consciousness but cannot speak due to a severely bitten tongue. Police suspect assault and robbery as his hip pocket sack of money is turned inside out. Border Will Watson is missing with part of his clothing. Police seek to locate him and obtain an explanation.
Mr. L. L. Leissle of the Messenger will spend Sunday with friends in Logan, enjoying a day away from work and sharing time with locals.
The police court scene features William Baker Pete Chapman Daniel Murphey John Brannen and George Gleason fined for drunkenness with fines ranging from 3 to 6.90 plus costs. Reporter notes sensational pursuit of Viola Hungerford now Mrs Snyder with John Buff claiming she may be in Chillicothe and a sequel possible.
A. A. Chisholm of Treadwell New York recalls severe illness from indigestion nerves and debility and credits Electric Bitters with his recovery and return to work. The ad claims the medicine is the best tonic on earth and is guaranteed by druggist W. H. McKee, price 50 cents.
The Nelsonville Victors organize for the coming season and issue a challenge to any amateur team in the state ages 16 to 17. Sidney Cook is the manager and requests prompt responses to game inquiries.
Mr and Mrs R J Thompson of Chauncey will move there Monday and will occupy the new Craig residence on West Union street.
The Eleventh District Maccabees will convene in Athens on April 23 drawing about 600 members from 25 tents. Portsmouth will demonstrate work with a special class and a crack team. Ohio officials present include Edward L. Young Great Commander and Geo H. Scott Great Record Keeper. local arrangements by Dr. F P McVay.
The Fortnight Club gathered Friday evening at Miss Mabel Connett's home. Guests included Mrs. L. Clark, Mrs. C. Horn, Mrs. B. Covert, Mrs. A. Dowdy, Mrs. C. Mooney, Miss Lelia Walker, Miss Mabel Thomas, Miss Nellie Bishop, Miss Nellie Pickering, Miss Daisy Foster, and others. Elegant refreshments followed an evening of enjoyment.
The annual report of Frederick P. Fish, president of American Telephone and Telegraph, notes 3,068,833 Bell stations in the U S on December 1, 1906 with 4,889 exchanges and millions of miles of wires. Daily Bell connections reached about 16.94 million, and annual plant expenditures topped $112.18 million while employing 90,324 people.
A poem by Mrs Emma B Gannett of Los Angeles written after the Athens flood urges readers to find safety in a heavenly home. It recalls life-saving stations and rescue ladders while comforting with faith, singing, and prayer amid disaster.
A Woman's Mass Meeting will be held at the Presbyte church Sunday at 2 30 pm. Mrs Lucy Van Kirk of Granville Ohio will address the gathering and a silver offering will be taken.
The March payroll for the Baltimore and Ohio at Athens totaled $10,000. The sum covers wages for large construction gangs employed in the area since the flood.
Mr and Mrs Albert Hooper came back this morning after a short visit with Mrs Hoopers parents Mr and Mrs Reuben Gillilan in Torch.
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