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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1905
Page
4
A Washington county reader suggests the Athens county fair board host a baby show in the Hall of Art. The writer asks Secretary Haning to supervise and judge prizes for babies aged one to twenty years, praising his discernment of young entrants.
Mr F L Deastman Toledo Blade managing editor and anti saloon advocate testifies before a legislative committee on Brannock law. He notes 55 districts voted dry within a year and saloons removed, urging active temperance effort to counter opposition to Governor Herrick. Ohio State Journal cites his testimony.
Lewis Clemens, a colored attache of the Robinson circus, was arrested Saturday on the charge of malicious destruction of property. He allegedly hacked to pieces a fine carriage belonging to John G. Robinson and was jailed in default of bail.
The city council accepted the new fire department facility and city jail from contractor Fenzel. No arrangements have been made yet for a jailer or his family to occupy the building.
Dr Monetta plans a stay at Dr Mc Vay’s office during the upcoming fair period. The arrangement indicates a temporary consultation presence for attendees seeking care or information.
A Washington Star snippet shows Mrs Cumrox praising her daughter's education while lamenting the need to hire someone to coach her on proper slang. The brief reflects etiquette concerns in polite society.
A quip from the New York Press reflects on Toffnut the pugilist, noting that with a fair tenor voice and his distinctive fighting style he might have achieved opera stage success. The remark casts a wry comparison of sports and performance arts.
The dialogue notes how many people trust doctors and, conversely, how many doctors trust in others. It frames trust as a mutual social dynamic highlighted by speakers Crosby and Fawle discussing medical figures.
Miss Jesta Miriam Motvaniel announced engagement to Mr. David Robert Richards managing editor of the Athens Gazette at Mrs. W. W. Mills residence. Guests celebrated with pink and white decor, piano solos, and a toast for the bride and groom to be. The ceremony is planned for October in New York City.
Charles F. Herron a Marshfield area nurseryman died Monday from heart complications and long illness. The funeral was held at the Christian church yesterday.
Multiple rail excursion offers from Athens and surrounding areas. Highlights include Columbus routes at one fare plus 25 cents, several return dates in late August, and expanded trips to Detroit, Mackinac Island, Ludington and other Midwest destinations. Various groups and events listed with sale dates from August 9 to 21 and return limits through late August.
A writer argues that energetic individuals disrupt calm with overzealous action. They mistake action for progress and meddle in others affairs, while apathy offers proportion and wiser bursts of energy. The piece ends with author MABEL F. YATES reflecting on temperament.
The passage describes a mild climate in the Everglades with "ozonized air" cooling summer heat to eighties. It divides the year into dry and rainy seasons, notes light showers can occur year round, and highlights the Seminole’s fine health and physique amid pure air and water. The tone reflects Century era observations.
The president of New York Normal College urged young women to choose teaching only if they love it and can succeed. He warned that bad teachers come from disliking their work and shared a rural quip about a girl preferring marriage to teaching, illustrating the point.
In a fragmentary dialogue, Aunt Hannah asks about an engagement to Mr. Sweet er while Edith denies, saying she has told no one except Bessie Miller who speculated he might propose.
A humorous Pittsburg Post snippet notes a boastful remark about a wealthy man. The dialogue mocks pretentious talk and a self described figure said to be worth four million dollars while praising his individuality.
Fred tells Arthur that the girl is no longer as pretty as she was, noting that her father ruined the family by speculating and losing all the money.
Dr Monetta, famed eye specialist, will be at Dr McVay's office in Athens this Saturday August 12 for a one day clinic. A distant line of text mentions a brotherly religion and sisterly sound.
London Chronicle notes philologists debate fog origin. Dictionary traces from fourteenth century meanings like after grass and boggy to thick air. Skeat links to Danish fog from snee fog snow drift. conclude London fogs fail to drift quickly.
A Cicero quotation notes that virtue breeds trust and heightens suspicion of others' dishonesty. The saying suggests moral consistency reduces cynicism and fosters confidence in others' integrity.
Dr Monetta, a noted eye specialist, is recommended for reliable care and honesty. He will be at Dr McVay's office during the Athens Fair offering consultations and references in person.
The Athens County Teachers Institute will be held in Athens the week beginning July 14. Instructors include Dr. T. S. Lowden of DePauw University Professor E. M. Mills of Ohio University and J. Frank Fox, president of the School of Oratory in Columbus.
A gold watch lost between Athens and Hocking station on Sunday. The watch number is known and can be identified readily. Return to J. C. Campbell for a reward.
The 19th annual reunion of Abraham Lincoln's First Call Troop will be held in Akron on Wednesday and Thursday August 30 and 31. Activities include a campfire Wednesday evening, a business meeting, and a park visit on Thursday. Survivors are invited. local committee arranging details.
The undersigned has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of William C. Palmer, late of Athens County, Ohio, deceased. Dated July 16, 20. T. W. Jones serves as Administrator, with filing dated July 20.
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