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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1904
Page
2
Esopus items reflect social quips on public manners and figures. The column juggles jokes about politicians Parker and Potter, hints at خس and the Subway Tavern, and comments on sun theory and American diplomacy with a satirical tone.
Clarence E Dye of Columbus claimed he was robbed while riding a wagon and choked by a man behind him but police uncovered the ruse. Dye and a friend planned the tale to obtain money, confessing after detectives questioned notes Dye was to use. Police say the scheme shows criminals are eventually caught amid a note about 30 million workers in the last Federal census.
For sale 80 acres with good improvements and fine apple and peach orchards. Splendid water, all tiltable, 2 miles southeast of Union Furnace. Call on or address Mrs. A. P. White Athens Ohio. July 14-8.
Central Union Telephone in Athens will move and rebuild its exchange at Cornwell block with a four section switchboard twice the size of the old one. Outside lines include new routes to Guysville Wellston Carbondale Albany and a possible Athens Beaumont circuit. Soldiers can now contact home via a state wide long distance link at the National Guard camp.
A testimonial from Mrs. Mary Crick of White Plains Kentucky touts Kodol Dyspepsia Care for curing indigestion and stomach disorders. She claims rapid improvement and restored appetite after using several bottles, with the product said to digest food and make the stomach sweet. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
The Dad Fellows association picnic draws over ten thousand attendees from Perry and nearby counties to Alma Lake Park Wellston. Special trains run, Athens juvenile band entertains, and Odd Fellows deliver addresses by Kolb Lyman Turner Jordan Sullivan. Next picnic likely in Gallipolis.
An ad extols DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a cleansing liver and bile regulator that clears the complexion and cures headaches. Bob Moore of Lafayette Indiana praises them as perfect compared with other pills that gripe. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
Lancaster reports at the Lancaster camp meeting association business session Rev. W. L. Stutz of Athens Rev. L. A. Patterson of Gloucester Rev. J. W. Mongey of Columbus Rev. P. W. Dramm of Zanesville and Rev. J. F. Grimes of Middleport were elected directors for the coming year. The camp meeting enjoyed great success this year and hopes to surpass its magnificence next year with Athens county representation.
A conducting claim describes a preventative for death by own action. It touts Electric Bitters as a tonic that strengthens nerves and the body, and also as a regulator for stomach, liver, and kidneys. Sold by W. H McKee Druggist for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.
Ohio Central Lines offers excursion tickets for the Athens County Fair. Tickets go on sale August 23 24 and 25 from Corning Gallipolis and intermediate stations. Return travel is valid through August 26 inclusive.
The Southern Pacific railroad bed is being oiled with about 4,000 gallons of oil per mile, under a program to protect the track.
A New London man credits Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets with curing his wife's severe sick headache after doctors failed. She gained weight and improved dramatically. McKee's Drug Store sells the remedy. The note adds silk worm coloring for cocoons and urges keeping Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy on hand.
The Athens sleeping car departs daily at 3 36 p m on train No 5 via the Ohio Central Lines reaching Chicago by 7 10 am via the L B M & R and L A M S Ry This route offers equal comfort for day coach passengers and ensures a Toledo connection for through travel to Chicago on the same train as the sleeping car Check with Ohio Central Lines agents before planning trips to Chicago or the West
Consumers are urged to buy only DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve with the genuine E. DeWitt & Co. Chicago branding. The product is promoted as the best salve for cuts bruises boils eczema and piles, sold through Cline’s Pharmacy amid many counterfeit copies.
A reflective line about the consequences of pushing beyond safe limits on life’s path. The metaphor warns that reckless speed invites consequences and accountability in the journey ahead.
An advertisement extols One Minute Cough Cure as a safe remedy for summer colds, claiming it clears phlegm, heals and strengthens lungs, soothes coughs, and suits children. It warns pneumonia may follow if untreated and notes Cline's Pharmacy sells it.
A brief caution notes that while absence can deepen affection, excessive clubgoing risks losing time, companionship, and balance in daily life. It urges moderation and attentiveness to relationships.
Obe Witmer of Joplin Missouri reports in a circular to customers that no patent medicine rivals Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for bowel complaints. McKee's Drug Store sells and recommends it.
A proverb-like note compares handling a noisy dog to managing health by restraint. The line suggests security and discipline influence well being, implying that controlled risk can reduce perceived danger and improve vitality.
Do not delay on bowel care for young children in hot weather. Use fresh castor oil to correct bowel issues, avoid substitutes, and if needed follow with Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy before another castor oil dose. Keep both remedies ready for immediate use. this treatment is trusted and may prevent cholera infantum. Sold at McKee's Drug Store.
Mrs C H Jennings of Boston credits Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea for making her twins strong after doctors failed. Ad touts tea and tablets at 35 cents sold by Cline’s Pharmacy. Mentions a Burns letter sold for 300 dollars and urges clean bowels with tea as part of staying well.
Brief notes describe the St. Louis Exposition overview and advise consulting Agents of Ohio Central Lines for route options and rates before travel. The reference suggests checking schedules and pricing through the railway agents for planned visits or attendance.
In the Probate Court of Athens County Ohio Mary Dowler administratrix with will annexed of William Dowler deceased petitions for sale of the real estate finalizing dower rights to pay debts and costs. Respondents named Charles Dowler Edward Dowler David Dowler Sherman Dowler George Dowler Norman Dowler Mary E Hues and Thomas Hues must answer by October 15 1904 at 1 pm. The property includes the north half of the northeast quarter section 24 Waterloo township with exceptions and 29.14 acres conveyed to Thomas Mercer and wife.
Mary A. Duglass administratrix of Elizabeth Muns estate filed Aug 6 1904 in Lodi township Ath ens county Ohio that the estate lacks sufficient personal assets to pay debts and administration charges. A mortgage claim of 1800 by Addison Creamer is noted and the court seeks sale of described real estate to satisfy debts. William Muns named in petition and must answer by Sept 1904. Attorney I H Clark signs Aug 11-16.
Sealed proposals will be received by the Auditor of Nelsonville Ohio until 12 noon August 29 1904 for twenty bonds totaling 3315 87 dated Sept 1 1904 bearing 5 percent interest payable semi annually and used for Fort street improvement from Washington to Grover under city ordinance adopted March 17 1904. Bids must state bonds bid and gross bid with accrued interest. A 5 percent certified check payable to the city treasurer accompanies each bid. The city may reject any bid.
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