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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
2
A note indicates materials to be read by the Massen ger and Herald Family, detailing available resources on earth and under the sea for use in readings and study. The fragment outlines reading sessions and material usage policies.
A discussion contrasts the toll of relentless pursuit of success with natural recovery signals from indigestion dizziness and heart palpitations. It promotes Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and offers a testimonial from R K Secord of Toronto praising its cure while noting a pamphlet free upon stamps.
A contemplative monologue on saying no in commerce examining how emotions clash with judgment and reason. It argues that proper refusal strengthens backbone, avoids being swayed by promoters, and favors balanced development of emotion and intellect for success.
A historical note argues against returning to crude fuels and laments the loss of natural gas. The writer expresses concern about retrogression and hopes for continued gas supplies and alternatives.
The British sanitary institute notes that since public health became a science, average male life has risen by three years and female life by five. Over 600,000 English people would have died before age one without these advances. Death rates from typhoid, typhus, and fevers have fallen dramatically, while smallpox and scarlet fever deaths plummet and consumption has come under sanitary control.
An old ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as vital for preventing death from minor injuries. It claims the salve treats Burns Sores Ulcers and Piles and urges purchase at W. H. McKee’s Drug Store for 25 cents.
Henry H. Humphrey an electrical engineer of St. Louis and boyhood resident near Coolville served as a juror in the famous legislative bribery case. H A Faulkner was found guilty and sentenced to three years in the penitentiary after three trials. The jury Humphrey sat with was described by a local paper as composed of prominent St. Louis business figures and notably reliable in boodle cases.
The sentence notes that Cleveland should answer Bryan's criticisms while Republican papers already provide defense on his behalf, signaling political strategy and media roles in the contest. It highlights clergy-like deflection and party-aligned press framing without attributing outcomes.
An article touts a New Zealand claim of a liquid to extinguish volcanoes and diseases alike. It promotes DR DAVID KENNEDY'S FAVORITE REMEDY as the cure for dyspepsia rheumatism kidney disorders and female diseases with a free sample offer and a Magic Eye Salve sold by the Dr. David Kennedy Corporation Rondout NY.
English observers condemn the brutal executions carried out by Persia using cannon. The harsh cruelty recalls memories of colonial insurrections, notably the Sepoy rebellion, and underscores international shock.
Save the Children claims 99 of 100 diseases stem from stomach disorders and indigestion. Kodol Dyspepsia Care is promoted as fast acting for children and adults, keeping young stomachs sweet and aiding growth. A Nashville father testifies his three year old recovered after one bottle, recommending it to sufferers. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
The article traces early nightwear from Tudor times noting a black velvet embroidered nightcape in Henry VIII's wardobe. It cites Shakespeare on crown weariness and describes Latimer’s use of multiple nightcaps as recorded by Fox in the Book of Martyrs, illustrating historic beliefs in keeping heads warm.
The London Lancet notes cocaine as the most agreeable narcotic causing talkativeness without headache or nausea. It states small doses yield pleasant effects but poisoning symptoms develop quickly, and within three months habit can cause memory loss hallucinations and suspicions.
The text argues for maintaining a sufficient dairy herd to employ a keeper for daily care and notes conflict between milk and beef interests. It suggests that using a higher quality class of sires could improve dairy cattle performance and reduce the dairy beef disparity.
A Washington agriculture figure pegged the national manure value at 2 071 400 000 dollars while prairie dogs in western Kansas and Nebraska threaten farming. Historical price changes show nails worth 2 75, wood five, pork seven and cecal five compared to three years ago.
Spring lawn care advice recommends applying well rotted stable manure to strengthen roots. Avoid fresh manure to prevent spreading foul seeds and damaging the turf.
The coal strike prompts capital to back Hienito coals from Dakota and Montana. When mechanically treated these fuels rival hard coal in value and will reach markets by next winter.
The village council of Athens Ohio approves Elm Avenue grade and sidewalk elevations in Minear’s Addition. Starting at State Street with 665.70 feet, then 656.00, 651.10, 659.80, and 636.00 feet across 665 feet then 240 200 400 300 foot segments per J. R. Sands plot dated July 28 1903. Enforced from the earliest legal date.
The Athens village council establishes the grade for part of the east end of State street. Starting at Townsend street south side elevation 666 feet, the route proceeds 300 feet to 663.20 feet, then 300 feet to 665.70 feet, then 215 feet to 664.20 feet, per J. R. Sands plot dated July 28, 1903. Clerk W. B. Gold, mayor Henry me.
A Shell Lake, Wisconsin bookkeeper recalls his four year old son's severe colic and cramps. After morphine worsened the condition he gave Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and the child slept and recovered within half an hour. Sold at McKee's Drug Store.
The widow of the late Senator Davis of Minnesota has married a Mr Doll prompting punsters to joke she has a new doll.
J F Hughes of DuPont Ga faced a stubborn lung access and a grim prognosis. After trying two physicians he used Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption and recovered quickly. The remedy claims to conquer coughs colds throat and lung troubles and is guaranteed by W H McKee’s Drug Store with price 50 cents and one dollar. trial bottles are free.
A flood of notices from Athens county residents announces candidacies for multiple offices in the upcoming Republican primary on August 15. Candidates include Frank Finsterwald for Treasurer, A J Crawford for Representative, Elmer Gold for Recorder, M F Seward for County Commissioner, John McLaughlin for Commissioner, J E Carpenter for Commissioner, Dr W G Danford for Coroner, and K J W Johnson for Coroner, all subject to the primary decision.
The notice sets a Republican primary for noon to 6 pm local time to nominate officers for the November 1903 election. Positions include Representative Sheriff Treasurer Recorder Commissioner Infirmary Director Coroner and one Central Committeeman per township ward and precinct. Balloting uses the Australian system per Ohio general election laws.
Notice promoting upcoming summer excursion season with discounted rates to conventions and pleasure resorts. Encourages readers to secure low fares and plan trips through the advertised services. Includes mention of varying excursion rates and access through the provider.
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