Fragments of 1890s Athens newspaper and ads reveal circulation and notices
The fragmentary text lists publishing associations and offices, including the Newspaper Publishers Association and Audit Bureau of Circulations. It notes ad rates, subscriptions by carrier and mail, and obituaries or notices for cards of thanks, reflecting 19th century newspaper operations in Ohio.
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A. Ey
Toy Newspaper Publishers Association
Onto Select Audit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Ohio Dailies
Nand Daily Press Association
Taut
JF Telegraph
Res Associations
John W Cullen Company
Goutern
Fifth Ave
General Minds
Detroit
Thought for Today on Warning the Righteous
A reflection quoting a biblical verse about warning the righteous and sparing his soul. The text emphasizes that the righteous who heeds warning may avoid sin and live, attributed to Pizekie.
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Pizekie
Is Not a Sales Tax the Answer for Congress
The piece argues Congress faces pressure to adopt a sales tax to fund the Federal Treasury. It notes the tax would raise revenue but would place similar burdens on the poor and the rich, creating broad opposition. The author questions what a harassed Congress should do.
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Congress
Federal Treasury
Even Markets Shift to Local Diversified Farming
The article notes changing markets as diversified farming grows across the United States. Low prices and high shipping costs push farmers to raise both grain and livestock for nearby centers, with hogs and cattle routed to closer, profitable markets. Corn is redirected to livestock feeding, and every field is used to produce multiple outputs.
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United States
Rural Fire Loss Surges in Ohio Regions
The year brings record rural fires across Ohio districts with widespread destruction. Insufficient insurance leaves many properties unreplaced while property owners face costly recovery. Despite better roads enabling centralized rural fire protection, districts have not moved to implement it.
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Ohio
Technological Unemployment Seen To Persist Beyond Recession
Portune Magazine summarizes a Fortune survey showing unemployment will linger even after good times return. It cites mechanization as the arch villain, predicting continued displacement as industry adopts more efficient machinery, reducing worker counts from 1900s norms to far fewer laborers in the future.
Why Not Ease the Burden of the Presidency
Discussion on the heavy duties of the U S presidency, noting the job's mounting weight and the expectation that the President lead alongside Congress as the world’s most powerful nation.
Dear Married Couple Learn From Each Other’s Plight
Dorothy Dix counsels Jennie to reconcile with her husband after arguing, noting the weariness of running a home and the need for mutual understanding. The column urges couples to swap roles occasionally to gain empathy and reduce marital strife, stressing patience and cooperation.
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M188
Dex
Christmas charity and Santa spirit urge gifts for all children
The essay argues that poor children deserve toys each Christmas and that adults should act as Santa for them. It describes buying toys to comfort guilt over inequity and urges readers to identify families needing gifts and to play Santa themselves, not relying on bureaucracy alone.
The Wizard of Wichita Cartoon Inspires Perseverance
Lloyd A. Calkins of Wichita Kansas has not missed a day in eight years despite complete paralysis. He runs his office by telephone using a special device to hold the receiver to his ear and a brace to aid his right arm. His motto is that one must make the best of any situation and where there is a will there is a way. Tomorrow feature: The Miraculous Thorn.
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Lloyd A. Calkins
Wichita
Kansas
South Topeka Street
Calkins
Carriers Immune to Many Germs Threat Highlighted
A discussion on the concept of disease carriers explains how healthy individuals can harbor germs that infect others, the role of exposure, and cases where contaminated food or water leads to widespread illness such as 800 people sick from a potato salad at a picnic.
Holiday and Anniversary Visits Recap from Ardmore to Athens
Ten years ago today Mr. and Mrs. John R. Goddard of Ardmore arrived as holiday guests of Mrs. B. M. Covert in Athens and his parents in Amenville. A Dalton’s Academy party honored Anna May Fenzel’s fifteenth birthday with a Christmas tree and gifts. Mrs. Fen zel was assisted by Mrs. EB. F. Black and Mrs. H. J. Brown. Florence Pickett and daughter Olive of Adrian Mich arrived to spend the holidays at the J. W. Pickett home. Belford Nelson of Sharpsville Pa visited his mother at Elmwood Place for the holidays. Twenty years ago Dave Russell and Mrs. Russell spent holidays with Mrs. Frank Dean. Mrs. J. T. Merwin and Margaret went to New York City for Christmas. Prof. T. N. Hoover traveled to Youngstown to join Mrs. Hoover for a holiday visit with her mother.
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John R. Goddard
Ardmore
Ohio
B. M. Covert
Athens
W. R. Goddard
Amenville
Dalton's Academy
Maude Fenzel
Anna May Fenzel
Raymond
Bethel
Florence Pickett
Olive
Adrian, Mich
J. W. Pickett
Mill Street
Belford Nelson
Sharpsville, Pa
Alex Nelson
Elmwood Place
Dave Russell
Clothier
W. Va
Russell
Frank Dean
J. T. Merwin
Margaret
New York City
Doctor Merwin
The
Graduate Medical College
Hoover expected to veto beer and farm relief bills
Washington reports President Hoover is likely to veto major Democratic measures on beer legalization and farm relief as his term winds down. Analysts say vetoes would reflect past positions on prohibition and constitutional concerns, with debate over whether Congress will push a special session or halt the bills.
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Congress
Hoover
Taft
Wilson
Seever
White House
Miscellaneous Trivia Fragments From Various Regions
A collection of brief statements mentions Egyptian demographics a long Lincoln Highway distance a medicine show travel note a French sentiment a rose scented drink a veneered furniture origin polar bear behavior and mail delivery statistics. It also notes Visite cards left at tombs in Italy.
Orthodox Mohammedana Avoid Straight Lines in Creations
Orthodox Mohammedana avoid building projects or rugs with straight lines or perfect symmetry, believing only Allah is perfect and that such precision is sacrilegious. They view flawless design as blasphemous and unsuitable for religiously influenced crafts.
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Allah
Rural police urged to duty in state reform drive
The Messenger forum notes Grangers in Springfield demand a rural police with permanent appointment and a pension, likening it to city forces. The writer cites Pennsylvania as model and offers to share the law. The letter urges legislators to distinguish luxuries from necessities, urges highway limits, and cites Ohio education funding worries.
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Springfield
Pennsylvania
Eer
Border Counties
Taxpayer urges fairer tax system for school funding
A reader from Coolville Ohio argues that current tax practices favor those who pay little toward government overhead while burdens fall on property owners. The letter warns the tax system must tax people for what they enjoy and calls for state relief measures until a fair, universal approach is found.
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United States
Ohio
Roads or schools in Ohio development debate
The piece argues that highway funding has risen while public schools lag, claiming Ohio can survive without roads but not without an educated citizenry. It contends old roads are inadequate in parts and education deserves more attention to give pupils a fair chance to learn about life.
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Ohio
Simple daily exercises to slim the waist
Reader tips for shedding a spare tire through daily routines. Stand straight with fresh air, tighten the abdomen, and perform a sequence of bending, twisting, and side bending exercises. Start with ten repetitions and build to ten cycles each day, morning and afternoon, to improve circulation and reduce fatty tissue.
Young People’s Society Met. Local Visits Noted
Sharpsburg reports the Young People’s Society gathering at Mr and Mrs C T Strode on Saturday evening. Miss Reba Dickson visited Mr and Mrs Ed McGinnis later. Rev Long had a serious accident Sunday when his car slid off an embankment injuring him with a broken leg and other hurts.
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Young People’s Society
C. T. Strode
Reba Dickson
Ed McGinnis
Rev. Long
Belpre
Mineral and Puzzle Clues Across a Versatile Grid
A puzzle listing numerous clues by horizontal and vertical positions. Entries range from minerals and geography to biology and clothing terms, with the grid prompting cross references and varied terminology.
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the Athens Messenger
Eee Painting Co
Lenanins
Mgr
Athlee
Ens Post Office
le Y Mall
Portune Magazine
Fortune
America
Dorothy Dix
Jennie Perhepps
Dorothy Din
Olive Roberts Barton
Joblease
Santa Claus
Johnny Jones
Suzy Smith
Tiny Tim
Saint Nick
Rodney Dutcher
Washington
Prince of Wales
England
California
Ripley
Zeus
Corfu
Wat
Ulysses
Patras
Greece
Isianline
DR. Morris Fishbeln
Fachter
Journal of the
American Medical Association
Hygela
the Health Magazine
Prof
T. N. Hoover
Youngstown
Mrs. Hoover
Mrs. Arnold
By Rodney Dutcher
Roosevelt
Egypt
Italy
the Messenger Public Forum
the Messenger
Ohio School Survey Commission
Charles J. Jones
Jackson
MEIGS
Middleport
Editor
Messenger
Coolville, O
Sharpsburg
Lorraine
France
Saar Basin
Chaste
Ireland
Pel
Nevada
Ue.a
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