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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1887
Page
11
The author condemns anarchists who destroyed property and murdered, arguing they betray workingmen and threaten social order. He asserts violence must be stopped, warns against violent rhetoric, and calls for immediate arrest of those who threaten life and property. The Mayflower analogy underscores rejection of violent extremists.
Julian Hawthorne is no longer the book reviewer for the New York World. He formerly earned a salary of 5000 dollars annually, received new books as perquisites, and wrote two to five columns weekly.
A compendium of counterproductive social rules urges constant argument and invasive behavior in conversation. It mocks polite listening, encourages vulgarity, correction of grammar, and public ridicule, chaining anecdotes from Ballou’s Monthly and San Francisco Chronicle about social missteps and misunderstandings.
Bucklin Arnica Salve advertised as best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Promises cure or money refunded with 25 cent box. Sold by Henderson and Minear.
Water E. Kipper, held in Elmira New York, faces bigamy charges with reports noting seven wives living. The case centers on alleged multiple marriages and current custody while authorities pursue legal proceedings.
Advertises Rough on Catar as a complete cure for offensive odors and worst chronic cases. claims it also treats diphtheria sore throat and foul breath. Price listed as 50c.
Advertisement promises immediate relief and complete cure for piles including itching bleeding and sores. Claims guarantee and offers rough on piles for 50 cents at druggists or by mail.
An old classified style ad promotes "ROUGH ON RATS" to clear rats mice roaches flies ants bedbugs beetles insects skunks jack rabbits sparrows gophers at drugstore Wells Rough on Corns offers quick relief and complete cure for corns warts bunions loc.
An ad touts Rough on Itch as a cure for skin ailments with a 50 cent jar. A humorous exchange from an Omaha World item features a job seeker listing desired traits in a girl, a satirical reply about angels and mediums, and a playful back and forth about domestic expectations.
Great excitement surrounds J. E. Corley who was bedridden and near death from consumption. A bottle of Dr King s New Discovery was sent to him, then two bottles and two boxes of Dr King s New Life Pills. After two doses he improved and gained flesh. Trial bottles of this great discovery for consumption are free at H K Dorr s Drug Store.
A St. Louis floor walker recalls a five woman who entered seeking "dignifi ere" and asked to be shown some dignifiers. He admits confusion as he guided her up the center aisle until she clarified with a scornful retort, calling him Bustilea.
An advertisement urges readers to take a purifying preparation to cleanse the blood and organs for the coming warmer season. The quirky copy warns of digestive and liver issues and promises improved appetite and general vitality. It targets readers with broodlike illness and emphasizes spring readiness.
Wells Health Renewer claims to restore health and vigor and to cure dyspepsia impotence and nervous debility. It targets weak men and delicate women promising renewed strength and vitality for $1.00 per unit.
A vintage hair tonic claim describes restoring color, softening and beautifying hair, preventing greying, stopping hair loss, strengthening and cleansing the scalp, and healing scalp conditions priced at 50.
Ad claims a universal cure offered for kidney and urinary ailments for $1 via druggists. The text presents a sensational, generic remedy without medical specifics or verifiable details.
An advertisement touts Ough on Bile pills as small granules with a small dose delivering big results. The product claims to ease operoses and be pleasant on the stomach, priced at 10 cents and 25 cents.
An 1870s paper lists a washing powder ad claiming mild fabric care and stain removal with prices. It also reports a damages plea in a lynching murder case from Aurora Indiana, arguing the state holds sole estate in the life of Watkins. A medical elixir and Michigan Republican vote tally are briefly noted.
A vivid sketch of auction room psychology describes a skilled auctioneer manipulating bidders with taunts and flattery to push up prices, while noting dangers of Pogonip a Nevada mountain frost that chills air and endangers lungs. The piece also references Lydia E Pinkham and a historical market anecdote about the Greek Slave and a LaSalle County school incident.
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