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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
7
In Allen County the wet side wins by 66 after a hard countywide battle. Lima casts a 1 337 wet margin while Delphos adds 462 and villages tilt the tally. Saloons remain 83 with two breweries and three wholesalers still operating. Total votes Wet 6790 Dry 6724.
The Hardin county official count gave the drys a 2117 vote majority in Hardin county, Kenton the county seat with about 10000 people, voting dry by 97. A mass meeting at the new Republican hall formed a law and order league to combat speak easies and bootleggers. Carl Price led the Commercial Club and this league. Lloyd Carter was secretary and Alfred G. Wessling treasurer.
George Smithhisler a wholesale liquor dealer filed in probate court a suit to challenge Knox county local option poll held December 1 claiming sheriff failed to publish notice 15 days before the election. Probate Judge Berry set December 18 at 10 a.m. for the hearing.
W C Kliestler of Halliday Ark praises Electric Bitters for malaria stomach trouble and general debility saying it keeps him well. The tonic purifies and enriches blood tones nerves and gives energy. Money back if it fails to help. 50c at McKee's drug store.
George L. Hill visits in Little Hocking with brother M. N. Linscott this week. Eli Spaulding shows slight pneumonia improvement while Ezra Green remains in critical condition. Will Wright and family moved to Rev. L. A. Patterson farm Monday. Susie and Lara Younkins of Mineral visited relatives here. John Perkins and wife of Sharpsburg visited Orson Lewis and wife. J W Wilson visited Athens. Mrs. Jesse Baker and children stay with her parents near Millfield.
Lhassa the Thibet capital has awarded a contract to a Calcutta firm to supply a large number of European band instruments as it seeks Western amenities.
The article notes that movable type printing existed in Korea more than a century before its invention in Europe, highlighting an early development in East Asian printing methods.
Albany Okl Dec 15 Mr Marshall Franklin of Ingersoll Okla and Miss Alice Irwin of Albany wed in Wichita Kan on Dec 3 by Rev E G Pickard of the M EB church The couple later sent a Columbus visit revelation that they are living in Ingersoll where Mr Franklin runs a mercantile business Friends extend best wishes for happiness and prosperity.
A reader from Pomery Ohio testifies that after suffering kidney back pain for years and trying plasters and liniments, Doan's Kidney Pills provided quick relief and lasting improvement. The ad notes the product is sold by all dealers for 50 cents with Foster Milburn Co as U.S. agents and urges remembering the name.
Mrs Bilauvelt of Marietta visits her son Charles for a week. Dick McKinstry of Athens visits with W H Rayzer of Hereford. Henry Walker, ex township resident, preaches in Presbyterian church. Hixsons return from wedding trip to the South. Breech pin accident injures Joe Logsdon. eye may be saved. Mrs Hoisington and Mrs Mitchell sick but improving. Edna Beasley visits Miss Strecker of Marietta. C E B Society to present Festival of the Brides on New Year’s Eve. Auto accident on Wolf Den Run road ends with car in ditch. machine damaged, awaiting spring.
Mrs Amanda Forster visited relatives in Wellston and returned home Monday. Eddie Swan of Marion visits his parents here. Special Christmas Baptist Sunday school services are planned next Sunday morning. Mrs Lillie Watson and sister in law Posey returned from Cincinnati Friday. A J Dilley of near West Union spent Sunday with family. Mrs Bertie Petty Roberts and son Dean left for Marietta and Wheeling to visit relatives before returning to Harbor Creek Pa. Rev RE Whiter of Caldwell will preach at the Baptist church on Sunday December 27. Archie Steinmetz aged 9, died of pneumonia December 12. remains to Vanderhoof for interment.
The World, defending free speech, rejects Roosevelt's accusation of Libel and lese majeste. It demands a full Panama inquiry and denounces the president for attacking the press, courts, and citizens while vowing to stay fearless.
Chauncey Ohio December 14 Mr and Mrs JL D Shields returned Sunday from Bradley Ohio where Mrs Shields was called to the bedside of her daughter in law Mrs Frank Sweeney who has been seriously ill with typhoid fever Before returning home they also visited Dr Dennison at Crooksville Mrs Dick Linsecott visited relatives in Athens Monday.
Mrs Williams returned to Wade on Monday following a visit with relatives and friends at the place.
Ora Culp of West Alexander visited his sister Mrs. Wayne Hallam of this city recently.
Athens residents report two Athens women allegedly travel to Parkersburg carrying large suitcases empty on the way there and return filled with liquor sold for a large profit. An Athens officer says the scheme follows the county dry victory and extends to supply rings in Parkersburg.
A group of young Athenian basketball players visit a neighboring town for a match. They are hosted by Sir Boniface who scolds them for lingering at the inn. After lighting a gas flame and a stove disappearing, chaos ensues and a late night search for light prevents rest. A nocturnal visit by Lady Boniface ends with concerns over stray matches and a chilly dawn.
Rob Nye of Athens spent Sunday at his residence in town, relaxing at home during a quiet weekend in the community.
Miss Mabelle Learned spent Sunday at her home in Millfield. The brief notes her resting day in the town.
The children of the M. F. E. and Christian churches are preparing for Christmas entertainments. They rehearse songs scripture readings and short skits to be presented to congregations and families during the holiday season.
Mr. Jacob of Lilly Chapel was in Chauncey recently, meeting local residents and sharing updates from the church. The visit highlighted community ties and religious activity in Chauncey.
Mrs. Robert Mitchell visited relatives in Westerville last week, reporting brief travels and family check ins during her stay.
Miss Elda Strausbaugh of The Plains spent Sunday at her home here.
A plate-glass shelf in V. C. Loos jewelry store broke Monday night, shattering three displays of cut glass. The middle shelf failed, scattering pieces onto bottom dishes. a tall pitcher diverted debris, reducing losses. About ten pieces were destroyed, totaling roughly forty five dollars.
Mrs. L Whiteacre of Buffalo New York lauds Dr Thomas Electric Oil as the best remedy for the feared disease croup. She notes eight years of successful use within her family.
Local ad encourages buying pennants for students at college, urging early purchase to secure best selections. Henderson Crider Drug Co. advertises pennants and invites customers to visit early.
A Calcutta constable nicknamed para wallah carries an apparatus on his shoulders to support an umbrella over his head. The device helps shield him while on duty in the streets.
New York reports the final official vote totals from Michigan for the presidential race. Taft 7,697,676 Bryan 6,393,182 Debs 447,651 Chafin 241,252 Hisgen 3,186 Watson 33,871 Gilhau s 15,421. Overall total 14,852,239, surpassing 1901 totals by 1,241,531.
The Dutch battleship Jacob Van Heemskerk arrived in Willemstad towing as a prize the Venezuelan coast guard vessel 23 De Mayo. A large crowd watched as the flag of the Netherlands flew from the captured ship’s mast with Venezuelan colors beside it.
Readable text describes two knights finding a stove in a closet and warming themselves after a night's adventure, then coming down to breakfast content. The episode emphasizes improvised comfort and practical resilience.
A report states that only 60 000 full blooded red Indians are to be found in the United States The figure highlights the dwindling native population and prompts consideration of preservation measures.
A long names list of individuals in Athens who advertised for unclaimed mail. The notice states items will be sent to the Dead Letter Office on December 28, 1908 unless claimed. Signed by C. H. Bryson, Postmaster.
Abbott Davia sues for divorce from Bessie Davia in common pleas court on a Saturday afternoon. The 1903 marriage began January 15 with the wife leaving about April 15 and has been absent since. Davia claims he does not know her whereabouts.
MARKET ROUNDUP CHICAGO EAST BUFFALO CLEVELAND PITTSBURGH CINCINNATI shows live stock prices for cattle calves sheep and hogs with bid ranges and per head figures. Grain quotes list wheat corn and lard with No 2 red and No 3 notes and bulk meats prices noted.
A nine pound son was born Monday to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McKinstry. They reside on Richland Avenue.
State Fire Captain Rogers issues a final bulletin listing many don ts for Christmas trees. He urges never to leave candles lit or touch the tree while illuminated and to avoid fragile ornaments and drafts. The bulletin promotes flame free decorations and placing presents under the tree to reduce hazards.
In Green Branch Edward Bean visited daughter Blanche Cray in Glouster last week. Mrs C H Calvert remains ill but slowly improving. Mildred Buck and Carrie Bean attended Mrs Whitfield Bean. Roy Price of Canaan Coal injured by falling coal. Zell Bean of Athens visited uncle Ed Bean at Guysville. Russell Efaw and Karl Bean attended a dance at W Clifford’s. Minnie Efaw of Athens visiting her parents. Herbert Bean called on friends at Garden. Reverend Taylor continues Protracted Meeting at the Corner.
An easy remedy promises relief from habitual constipation with a single dose of Dean's Regulats. Sold for 25 cents a box, customers are advised to ask their druggist for this treatment.
The city requires nearly 80,000,000 gallons of water annually to cleanse its streets. The demand underscores municipal efforts to maintain sanitation and public health across London.
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