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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1888
Page
3
A Minnesota farmer near Clear Water notes manure value rises with nitrogen and phosphoric acid content, tied to the animals’ feed. The piece contrasts high quality manure from nitrogen rich rations with poorer results from straw and roots. Skeletons found while digging a cellar near ford Coudiston are described as seven to eight feet tall with low intelligence skulls.
A historic Raleigh music performance drew sharp criticism from The Bible Recorder editor Brother John H. Mills. The musical director replied, prompting a reply judged crushing, comparing egg wisdom to grocers. The incident is recalled as a keen repartee and a tale of edgy press dialogue.
The exchange shows the line The shades of night were falling fast meaning darkness arriving as people close blinds. The student answers that blinds being pulled symbolizes night closing in.
The document outlines Republican stances on protecting elections, tariff policy, and labor issues. It condemns Democratic measures, defends the protective system, and calls for enforcement against foreign labor and anti trust actions while praising Lincoln Grant Garfield Arthur and other leaders. It also expresses fraternal support for Brazil and Ireland and urges national unity and ballot integrity.
The party advocates admission of South Dakota and other territories as states once conditions allow. It pledges to limit officers to residents, curb church influence in politics, support bimetallic money, reduce postal rates, fund education, rebuild the navy, fortifications, pensions, and improve commerce. It condemns Democratic governance and endorses civil service reform and robust national unity.
The Centennial Board offers 2000 in four premiums for county exhibits 600 250 150 and 700 to be displayed in Agricultural Hall with two square jars for varieties and baskets for vegetables. Applications due August 6th. County displays must be ready by Sept 3 with judging by quality variety and arrangement. Includes notes on equipment, display rules, and praise for Hood's Sarsaparilla.
The text mocks sensational medical ad copy for Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets, noting dubious claims and urging readers to beware of supposed cures. It references quotations about Prath and Mercury, and includes cartoonish dialogue about art and drawing. The excerpt resembles a mid‑century newspaper teaser on quack remedies and public skepticism.
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