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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1907
Page
13
Ohio took the second contest on Saturday with a decisive performance and solid teamwork. The report notes strong play by key players and a steady offense behind a resilient defense throughout the matchup.
Ohio tops the University of Cincinnati 7 to 5 in a hard fought Saturday game. Coleman pitched the first game for Ohio showing good curves and steady headwork. U C built a late rally in the ninth with five hits and some field miscues, but Ohio’s early and mid game hitting and pitching sealed the victory before a 325 crowd.
Dr C C Probst reports via Dr Paul Fischer that the state may conduct tuberculosis tests in cows without charging dairy farmers. Farmers would sign an agreement on animal appraisals should slaughtering be required. This could ease dairy inspections in Cincinnati amid ongoing discussions with Dr S E Allen of the Cincinnati health department.
Dr. E. H. Rorick will sever ties with the State Institution for the Care of Imbeciles on May 15 after eleven years as superintendent. He cites his wife Mrs. Rorick's wish to leave the work and plans to retire to a Fulton county farm. His successor, Dr. E. J. Emerick, receives his best wishes for success.
The report outlines the coal resources of eight seams in the Kittanning and Rural Valley area, noting only Lower Kittanning and Upper Freeport as generally workable. It discusses geology, drainage basins, outcrop mapping, and the importance of structure for mining and oil and gas prospects.
Mrs W H Brooks entertained the order of Eastern Star Wednesday evening at her North Court street home with a masquerade party. Guests enjoyed games and dancing, novel costumes, and light refreshments. Attendees included Mrs Lee Mrs Holmes Mrs E S Rothman Mrs Martin Mrs Shaefer Mrs Laverty Mrs Kane Mrs A L Johnson Mrs Baker Mrs Sherman Mrs Rodahaver Mrs Thompson Mrs Guenther Mrs Bethel and Miss Grace Jewell.
Mr and Mrs R M Patterson of Alexander township returned from Athens to find about fifty neighbors had gathered at their home for a farewell surprise. W E Crossen spoke and presented a silver tea service as a memento of neighborly esteem. Patterson, a large landowner, plans to move to Athens to pursue business.
Mrs Charlies Freitoy of Moos up Connecticut describes years of debility and headaches and credits Blood Bitters with restoring her health. The testimonial notes loss of ambition and exhaustion improved after use.
Miss Anna Reynolds, aged local resident west of Fisher, died Saturday evening at her father Irvin Reynolds home after a weeks long illness from grip. Survived by her father and sister Mrs Emer Gift of Buffalo. mother predeceased. Funeral held at 2 pm at Cumberland Presbyterian Church with interment in adjacent cemetery.
Earth tremors have rattled Lisbon Constantinople Mexico City and Chicopee mass and scientists warn of unusual planetary instability. Some fear universal disaster while others expect only more seismic activity as records show 26 quakes since December 3 alongside recent hurricanes and a deadly typhoon in the Caroline islands.
Mr. William Henry of Chattanooga Tennessee suffered rheumatism in his left arm with muscles weak and useless for work. After applying Chamberlain Pain Balm and wrapping the arm in flannel at night his pain faded and strength returned. In three weeks the rheumatism disappeared and has not returned. Sold by W. H. McKee E. R. Lash and Burton Drug Co Chauncey.
Nelsonville April 19 The old Hocking Valley mine across the river south of the city will be pumped out and put into operation at once. Reports say orders have been issued to begin pumping immediately due to coal scarcity. The move delays a planned new opening but serves to supply work and coal locally.
Manitoba editor praises Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for biliousness from sedentary life. The entry notes gentle effective digestive relief with price 25 cents. Samples offered free for Barton Drug Co. Chauncey Ohio.
Ohio defeated the University of Cincinnati 4 to 2 in a chilly Friday afternoon game. Gullum pitched effectively with strong support, Johnson made a sensational shoe-top catch, and Cable, Jones, and Bodemer contributed key hits as Ohio seized the early lead and held on.
Dora Redpath files for divorce from Samuel Redpath of unknown residence in Athens county Ohio. The petition seeks custody of minors Gertrude 13 Frank 9 and Evid 5 with six weeks to answer after April 12 1907. Dora names Nera Redpath and attorney L A Koons as counsel in cause No 8889. The court session began April 9 1907 with first publication of notice.
George W. Duffy of Marshfield has bought Teeters & Son grocery and meat market on West Union street and will move his family to Athens once a house is found. He is described as an enterprising citizen who outgrew Marshfield and will bring business talent to Athens.
The Village of Athens Ohio invites sealed bids for bonds totaling 4000 to fund grading drainage and brick paving on Cemetery Street from Jean Avenue to State Street and State Street to Hocking Valley railroad. Bonds issued March 1 1907 mature yearly from 1907 with 5 percent interest. Bids due May 20 1907 at noon.
The Athens County Teachers Association schedules a county wide meeting in Athens at the University for Saturday April 27. Leaders include Alston Ellis of Ohio University and Dean Williams of the Normal College with several county superintendents and local educators among speakers. The program centers on The Rural Schools of Athens County and invites teachers patrons and taxpayers to attend with full details to be announced soon.
Ray Williams died at Athens State Hospital on Wednesday night from pneumonia. His home is Jackson ville and the body was sent to Chauncey for interment. Thomas Flannagan died at the hospital on Thursday evening of tuberculosis. His body will be shipped to his home in Wheelersburg on Saturday morning.
A Pasco Georgia reader testifies Champlain’s Cough Remedy as the best medicine for whooping cough in his family. He notes the remedy is safe and sure and mentions Barton Drug Co Chauncey in connection with the product.
Fire at the company boarding house at mine 209 on Sugar Creek, run by Del Archer, broke out around midnight Friday into Saturday. Origin unknown. Sunday Creek officials investigate. One side burned out before crews halted the blaze. Loss about 800 dollars, largely insured.
John Washington of Bosqueville Texas suffered blood poisoning from a spider bite that would have cost him his leg if untreated. After four boxes of Becklen’s Arnica Salve the sores healed, he reports, with the first application bringing relief. Sold for 25 cents at W H McKee’s drug store.
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