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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1905
Page
2
A long civic mosaic notes Athens progress amid ads and jokes. It reflects on beef trusts trials set for October 2, rising wheat, weeds along roads, and sanitation pushes. It recounts quips about insurance life, church chores, and Uncle Joe Cannon.
An advertisement outlines four points about women's health including neglect of symptoms leading to surgeries, Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a leading cure, extensive testimonials, and a free invitation to consult Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts. It promotes association with female-only correspondence and tailored recovery guidance.
L L Smith of 309 Anne Street, Sault Ste. Marie, says he suffered pain blamed on lumbago sciatica rheumatism and even lead poisoning. After one box of Dodd's Kidney Pills his cane use ended and after a second box he walked without pain, calling the pills effective and curative.
Athens council considers two electric railway proposals with Col Boone’s plan deemed too elaborate. A Moandaville investor group and Columbus syndicate led by John Finsterwald seek city hub service with different routes. Council approves a route oriented ordinance and will invite bids for the cheapest passenger rate while preserving city rights.
Beare the Signature ASTORIA is promoted as the enduring choice in the long standing product line. The ad highlights trusted branding and appeals to loyal customers with a promise of consistency and familiarity. It emphasizes established quality and a familiar name.
An able financier is described as the fellow who handles others money with skill so the trick remains hidden. The remark highlights the risk of impropriety when managing public or private funds.
The advertisement touts DeWitt's Witch Salve as a scar free healer for cuts burns and bruises easing inflammation cooling and curing piles and skin diseases. It warns of counterfeits and notes Aline's Pharmacy sells the genuine product.
Urges care for child bowel disorders in months with first signs of looseness. Recommends Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as best medicine to control diarrhea. Sold by W. H. McKee and Barton Drug Store Chauncey Ohio. A woman bemused by a prize bull dog is described.
A historical advertisement promoting Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a cure for appetite loss nervousness headaches constipation bad breath sour rising indigestion and stomach trouble. The claim emphasizes that Kodol digests what you eat and strengthens the digestive system and it is sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
The piece critiques how years of experience fail to erase nuanced polish learned in college. It notes that gendered expectations linger as people struggle to detach from learned social polish and adapt to genuine experiences.
A Gauley Bridge excursion via Ohio Central Lines departs Athens at 9 30 am Friday August 18 arriving Gauley at 2 00 pm and returning at 5 00 pm. Round trip fare is 2 dollars with children 75 cents. The trip promises sight seeing mountain climbing and photos in Gauley West Virginia.
Before marriage a man believes he can support a wife and save, but matrimony binds two into one while debts demand double. The wry saying notes money worries rise with shared life and expenses.
The note from Geo A Eyler of Cumberland Maryland describes his infant daughter, age 1 month, suffering throat troubles and failing health. After two doctors gave up, Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Cold and Cough provided relief and full recovery after four bottles. The product is sold by W H McKee’s drug store with a guaranteed trial bottle free.
A returning graduate takes a lengthy vacation abroad and plans to share new experiences with friends for years, promising tales that may linger in conversations and amuse or bore acquaintances with rich details.
An Elgin, NL comrade injured on returning from the Grand Army Encampment near Washington City fell ill with cholera morbus. J Houghland of Eldon Iowa reports Chamberlain's Coke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy saved his life after use. Sold by W H MeKe's drug store and Barton Drug Co Chauncey Ohio.
An ad from Cline’s Pharmacy touts Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for dizziness headaches indigestion and constipation. It guarantees a money back if it fails and lists a price of 35 cents.
A historical health item asserts most heart ailments stem from indigestion and stomach fermentation. It cites D Kauble of Nevada Ohio noting heart relief after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The ad promotes a 1.00 bottle of Kodol Digests What You Eat, by A. C. DeWitt & Co of Chicago.
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