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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1904
Page
7
Athens high school faced Plain City on Thanksgiving with a hard fought game. Despite a 15 pound weight disadvantage the visitors outlasted Athens in a defensive battle as Wood scored a 45 yard run and tensions flared after the match with threats and bricks directed at the visitors.
A. C. Sprague of Normal Illinois describes two years of severe kidney back pain and insomnia. After three boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills he says he can ride, sleep, and work normally and a free trial offer is mailed from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. Sold by dealers for fifty cents per box.
Jeptha Kirkpatrick aged 45 died at 12 15 am Saturday at the stave hospital from exhaustion of mania after eight days as a raving patient. His remains were sent to New Holland in charge of his brother George Kirkpatrick at 11 45 am for burial.
Letters or parcels for Daisy Brown Harriet Barber Carpenter Nellie W. La arman Hellum L. G. Howard Wm Keirns Delta Mathews Neie Patton Price Annie Bardin Lillie Roy Ella Smithlice Stewart May Sunny Edda Voies Linda Wiseman P. remain unclaimed at the post office as of today.
In Bradford Tennessee on November 21 a local resident Mr J A Davin declares Dodd's Kidney Pills cured his kidney trouble after a few boxes. The claim attributes kidney disease to many illnesses and urges early treatment with the pills to prevent Bright's Disease Dropsy Diabetes and rheumatism.
A compact essay ponders the moral weight of producing sorrow in society. It examines responsibility of creators to avoid inflicting emotional harm through art media and public discourse.
Running like mad down the street dumping occupants or other accidents happen daily. A reliable salve is advised and Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is praised for burns, cuts, sores, eczema and piles. Available for 252 at W. H. McKee’s Drug Store.
Readers debate the pressure to conform to trends, with many preferring to follow social etiquette and style norms over religious or moral scrutiny. The piece reflects tense attitudes toward personal conformity and public judgment in a busy urban era.
J S Egleston of Maple Landing Iowa reports severe winter colds turning to grippe. He and his wife used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with Stomach and Liver Tablets and were quickly relieved. The tablets aid bowels liver and kidneys when the system is congested by a cold. Sold by McKee's drug store.
A woman suggests that if men do not address her on the street it is because they believe her husband may be concealed nearby, turning a quiet moment into a reflection on rumor and perception.
A Texas parent extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for severe croup in children, noting prompt relief in multiple cases. The product is advertised as reliably effective and available at McKee's drug store.
A man is described as loud in appearance or manner while delivering few meaningful statements. The piece explores the contrast between his outspoken presence and limited substantive content, hinting at perceived superficiality behind the noise.
A historical tip states that boiling a faded cotton dress in water with cream of tartar can restore whiteness. The method is described as simple and portable for home laundry.
A promotional notice asserts that tearing down warnings cannot stop a storm and opium cures do not help colds. It touts Allen's Lung Balsam as a non opium remedy that eases sore throats and lungs by reducing inflammation and mucus. The text concludes with a moral about happiness.
An old advertisement touts Painkiller as a half century remedy for sore throat croup and coughs. It urges keeping the product on hand for emergencies and warns against substitutes with a 50 cent price noted.
The body of Malcomb Nelson was taken from the State street cemetery and sent to Kane Pennsylvania, his former home. He was found in the river near the Hocking Valley bridge the day after the Athens riot encampment and believed to have died attempting to swim back to camp. The remains were sent to Chris Nelson, his father.
An old advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills cure dyspepsia dizziness headaches and liver or bowel troubles. The copy touts thorough relief and a five cent price at McKeos store.
A kitchen tip suggests placing a pan of water in the oven to maintain moisture and speed the browning of potatoes during baking. The method aims to regulate oven humidity and reduce cooking time.
Emergency medicine note touts Chamberlains Pain Balm for sprains bruises burns and scalds. It claims instant relief and healing about one third faster than usual, sold by McKees drug store.
A simple method uses coarse salt and vinegar to restore enameled cookware that shows burn marks or discoloration. Apply, heat gently, and scrub to lift stains while preserving the finish.
A Monday night blaze gutted the Robinson farm residence two miles south of Pleasanthill. Mr Robinson was slightly burned while fleeing with his grandson as neighbors alerted them. The house and contents were lost, with no insurance carried.
E R Armacost of the American Sunday School Union organized Sunday schools at San Toy and Captaintown in Perry county. Each village has about seventy five to one hundred families and had no prior religious services. The residents show willingness to support a religious organization.
Four room house in good repair located between South Street and Hospital Road Gulony West Virginia. Sept. 22 listing date indicates availability for showing and sale. Local interest for a practical family dwelling in Gulony.
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