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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1899

Page

3

Local Brevities Highlight Regional Exchanges and Appointments

Local notes record visits and errands by several Marshfield and Athens residents including Foster in Chillicothe, Dodds from New England, Younghman from Marshfield, and Wallace of the State Hospital. Updates mention improving health, relocations to Logan, and a veterinary focus on game and fish protections. a Meigs County teacher institute appointment is announced and wine trade notes close the item.

M. Foster Chillicothe Fryiny W. . Dodds New England A. Ranuels Logan Friends Murdoch Sam McKnight Hucking County Usb Sweck Athens State BD. O. Higley University Jas He Smin Hocky Valley Cemin First Ward Logan Sentinel Fins Heen Tiveking County Phire Tle

Gypsum Soil Sparks Gardens with Unlikely Growth

A curious experiment in soil science reveals gypsum added to sand boosts plant growth. A homeowner sprouted verbenas petunias and geraniums in a sand bed, surprising neighbors who blamed fertilizer while roots thrived on seemingly worthless material.

Sail— Journal of Agriculture

Bark on trees signals rot and can be managed

The article explains gradual bark thickening suggests tree rot, not thriftiness. Removing rough bark harms the tree. only badly damaged bark should go. Protect trunks from winter, wind, and moisture. vigorous growth will shed rough bark naturally. Cocoons of codling moth align opposite prevailing winds.

Boar Attacks Rainbow Farmer. Dyar Severely Injured

J W Dyar a Rainbow area farmer is bed ridden after a boar attacked him biting through the thigh. Doctors fear blood poisoning as the wound swells. The animal had previously threatened others and Mr Dyar had removed its tusks but did not fear it.

J.W. Dyar Rainbow Marietta T Register Mr. Dyar Setmal Dyar

Weather Prophet’s Forecast Sparks February Frenzy

A Cincinnati weather prophet predicts February will be rainy and stormy with a river that will break bounds, as reported by the Pomeroy Democrat. The piece satirically notes political and social unrest, referencing bets on elections and conjectures about government power, plus a stray ad for a liver remedy.

Cincinnati Pomeroy Democrat

Mystery Fragments From Antiquity Surface in Mud

Fragments describe ancient medicines and curious, salt rich seas. Reports mention vast oceans containing 100000 cubic miles of salt and rivers of gold silver marble and gems from early artifacts.

Remarkable Recovery Ad Aided By Dr Greene Nervara Cure

A distressed patient describes severe illness with confusion and fatigue, credits Dr Greene's Nervara blood and nerve remedy for a thorough, lasting recovery. The letter notes improved health and urges others to consult Dr Greene at 148 State St without charge for advice.

Dr. Greene Br. Greene State

Nurses and science feats amid wartime era notes

The article blends medical staff scenes with a US agriculture experiment showing pumpkins lifting heavy loads without hindering growth. It references nursing roles in India and a controversial “Lely foetar” rule that invites nurses and other women to aid a savior. It also notes yellow fever origins among soldiers and a garbled colonial context.

Grip's Revivalines Grip in Doomed Beach Threats

Fragmented OCR notes describe medical myths and health claims about cures for throat and pneumonia with prices and free offers. The text references a shop ad, a religious restriction on Jews, and a note about the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge with historic income.

Nob and Bob Die After Barn Tragedy

A horse named Nob and a dog named Bob died after a tragic accident in a barn. The horse toppled a cat from a perch, causing the cat to fall and die, followed by Nob's companion animal pals. A vet attempted relief but both animals perished.

Nolo Ful Tio Nah Tal Limeolf Job F Tob Bob

Napoleon's Success and a Chicago Doctor Ad Offer

A sensational plea claims Napoleon's rapid conquests prove the value of immediate action and promotes Dr. Greene of Chicago as a top specialist for various lingering illnesses. It touts Dr. Greene's vegetable remedies including Nervara and promises free treatment or advice to patients who write. The ad emphasizes vast experience and claims widespread worldwide use.

Napoleon Napoleon Open Sid Larcost Tr. Greene Chicago, Jr

Antiexista in Viewmi Pact Alters Marital Pledges

In Viewmi a group called wWineb ties members to wed a poor girl. If a man marries a rich girl by chance or design he receives £400 as a grant to support a struggling couple about to wed.

wWineb

Buckley's Arnica Salve for skin ailments and sale claim

An old ad promotes Buckley's Arnica Salve claiming it cures cuts bruises sores ulcers rashes and skin eruptions and promises money back if not satisfied. It notes a price per box and a guarantee. Also mentions a Cambridge property prophecy about the moon returning to the earth.

Buckley McKee

Quiet family tea tale of two girls and a mother

In a small scene two sisters, a mother, and a family ritual unfold around seven cakes. The elder directs the younger to take two. the moment captures a tender exchange as a girl explains the world feels small.

Clara

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