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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1906

Page

3

Court adjourns as tax case debates admissibility of 1899 records

Judge Joseph M. Wood presiding heard objections to admitting 1899 tax records while Dover of the Bureau of Inspection testified on shortages in Athens county. The court admitted papers as evidence but not as a record and reserved ruling after lengthy argument, with a large crowd present for afternoon testimony.

Joseph M. Wood J. H. Stewart Dover Treasury Bureau of Inspection of Public Athens Scott H. E. Howe Nelsonville Peoples’ Bank Athens County Foster Athens Township Athens Village Alexander Ames Township Amesville Bern Township Canaan Township Carthage Chauncey Millfield Lee Township Albany Lodi Pleasant Valley Rome Township Stewart Troy Township Hockingport Coolville Trimble Township Glouster Jacksonville Trimble Village Trimble Waterloo Township Marshfield Mineral York Township Happy Hollow Buchtel Wood

Man Arrested After Fist Fight at Ohio Depot

Nelsonville witnesses a shocking incident as John Gillis strikes Ida Shesky at the depot. Gillis pleads guilty to assault and battery, pays a $50 fine plus costs, and receives a sixty day workhouse sentence. Supporters claim provocation and a troubled history between Gillis and Shesky.

Nelsonville John Gillis Buchtel Beaumont Ida Shesky Gillis George Powers Floodwood Shesky Columbus Shaner

Victoria swine breeds two American origins named Victoria

Two distinct Victoria swine breeds of American origin arise in New York and Indiana. Both are medium sized white pigs with erect ears. The New York Victoria originated around 1850 from native stock and Byfield Yorkshire and Suffolk lineages, while the Indiana Victoria formed about 1870 from Poland China Berkshire Chester White and Suffolk.

New York Indiana Frank D. Curtis Saratoga County N. Y Byfield Yorkshire Suffolk

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Healed Chronic Piles and Sores

A. M. Bruce of Farmville Virginia says a twenty year battle with chronic piles and malignant sores was ended by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. He reports curing both conditions completely. Ideal for old ulcers cuts burns and wounds. 25 cents at W. H. McKee’s drug store.

A. M. Bruce Farmville W. H. McKee

Vorys Seeks Republican Nomination for Secretary of State

Friends of Hon. A L Vorys Lancaster state Insurance Commissioner announce his decision to run for the Republican nomination for Secretary of State. Supporters praise his fit for the office and predict party strength with him at the head of the state ticket.

A .L Vorys Lancaster Vorys Vory

Burdock Blood Bitters Promises Health Benefits

An advertisement declares Burdock Blood Bitters builds up sound health and keeps you well, portraying a healthy man as a king and an unhealthy one as a slave in a promotional tone.

Ned Wolfe Named General Superintendent at Athens Brick

Ned Wolfe, youngest son of Mrs. Martha Wolfe, has been chosen as general superintendent of the Athens Brick Company. He has spent three years in Athens business, including a year with the Giouster branch of the Athens Lumber Company, and more recently in the feed business with his brother. His selection reflects broad business opportunity attainment and the confidence of local businessmen and capitalists.

Ned Wolfe Athens Brick Company Wolfe Martha Wolfe Athens Giouster Athens Lumber Company

Kodol for Dyspepsia Ad Claims Post-meal Aid

An old advertisement touts Kodol as a remedy to aid digestion after meals. It promises the product rests the stomach and improves overall well being while reducing belching and heart palpitations. Sold by Cithe Pharmacy.

Cithe’é Phartacy

Alfalfa Expansion and Soil Tillage for Western Kansas Stocktie

The article argues increasing alfalfa acreage and adopting soil moisture conserving tillage will support seed production for a robust stock industry in western Kansas. It notes the west’s cattle history, the crude range system, and the need to finish cattle in the corn belt while improving stock quality. It mentions existing purebred herds and hopes for future improvement.

Kansas West

Colt shows fade as social, competitive farm gatherings

Kimball's Dairy Farmer notes colt shows are growing scarce yet still foster competition among farmers to raise top stock. Patrons bring stallions owners organize judges prize prizes aid social events with picnics and family interest. Overall, the colt show is viewed as beneficial.

Kimball

Alfalfa Feeding Guidance For Hogs and Livestock

Hay expert I D Graham notes alfalfa benefits dairy and beef cattle and sheep. For pigs cutting early saves more leaves and protein, while late cut suits horses. Third or fourth crop best for growing pigs due to softness and palatability. Use trough or rack with a floor for hogs.

I. D. Graham

Popular Student Weds Miss Elsie Ruffner in Cincinnati

Mr. W. A. Guy and Miss Elsie Ruffner of Cincinnati were married at the bride’s parents home on July 9. The groom, a longtime university student active in Y M C A and church work, plans to remain in Athens this year while continuing his college duties and preaching in county towns. Mrs. Guy is recovering from typhoid and will join him in about a week. They will live on McKinley Avenue as Mr. Guy continues his work and fills several rural pulpits.

Cincinnati Guy The Christian Church Ohio University Athens McKinley Avenue

Left for Oklahoma from North Court retirement home

Mr. Harry Coleman, guest of his parents on North Court street for the last month, departed for his home in Shawnee Oklahoma. Coleman has resided in Shawnee for several years and fills the re

Harry Coleman North Court Street Shawnee Okla Coleman

Dover township Board Seeks Bids for Sugar Creek School

The Dover township Board of Education in Athens County Ohio invites sealed bids for material, building, and erection of a two story four room school house in sub district No 1 on Sugar Creek. Bids due noon July 21 1906 with full disclosures and disinterested guarantees. The board may reject any or all bids. EVAN E Dent Clerk Millfield Ohio.

Board of Education Dover Township Athens County Ohio Sugar Creek Millfield Evan 8. Dent

Picnic Scenes At Quadri County Club And Fairfield Club

The Quadri County Club hosted a Saturday picnic on the asylum grounds with thirty five guests enjoying a fine supper and a royal good time. The Fairfield County Club held a Saturday evening picnic on the same grounds with about thirty attendees.

Quadri County Club Ross Clinton Highland Fayette Asylum Grounds Fairfield County Club

Guaranteed Cure for Piles Let's Read Your Results

A cure claim for piles is advertised with PAZO OINTMENT offering a refund from druggists if it fails to cure in 6 to 14 days. The ad emphasizes relief from itching bleeding and protruding symptoms and lists a 6 cent price.

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Rie Ida Cox J. W. Hushhower Flim Poland Chicago John R. Gentry Victoria Swine Breeders’ Association H. Davis, Dyer Ind Victoria Boar Woodworth Dover Town Ned Wolf Colt Thing Is Hastings R. C. M. Hastings S. Court St Athens, O Messenger W. A. Guy Elsie Ruffner Elsie Ruff Ner Oklahoma
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