Who Owns the Party in Ohio Politics
A Wellston Telegram analysis argues that the power of Senator Hanna's endorse ment has faded since his death. It notes Governor Herrick's weak renomination bid, the discontent of rank and file Republicans, and the rise of yeomanry desire to end machine rule. The piece condemns party bosses and calls for local voters to reclaim control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Hanna
Herrick
Harding
George B. Cox
Senator Dick
Mc Cox
Ional
Tewr
Republican Party
Wellston
Glouster Briefs Highlight Repairs and Local Commerce
LL Andrews moves office downstairs as repairs on Front Street proceed. Dam near waterworks aims to boost fire water supply. Hub Clothing moves to Gormley building. Mason and a new restaurant occupy vacated rooms. Local unions, new phone company talk, and a busy social scene fill Glouster life.
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LL. R. Andrews
Front Street
Com
Hanterdon
Moiners
Hub
Gormley
J. E. Mason
Mason
O O. F
Alvah Graham
Columbus
W. A. Mano
Athens
L. A. Patterson
Albery Mingus
B. A. Headley
John Morris
Goon
Lock 4
Aynes Dulaney
Zanesville
Origin and meaning of the word chic
A compact discussion traces chic from French and German roots, suggesting derivations from geschicht or chicane. It explains chic as a noun or adjective denoting style, cleverness, and fashionable distinction, with examples from arts and society.
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Murray
Lever
Martins of
London Standard
Pallas Club Celebrates Tenth Anniversary Reception
The Pallas club, oldest women’s literary group in Athens, marked ten years with a reception at the Hopkins home on Morris avenue. Nearly two hundred guests attended as pink and green decorations, Japanese tea service, harp music, and souvenir hearts highlighted the event. The article recalls the club’s founding on February 2, 1895, its early members, leadership, and ongoing role in the Ohio federation.
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Athens
Pallas Club
D. Hopkins
Morris Avenue
Lulu Fulton Edith Palmer
Sylvia Moore
Virgene Henry
Ullom
Chatauqua Club
Whch
Janette Sloane
Mary D. Means
Pasadena
Cal
Annie M. Hobson
Emma L. Carpenter
Sella F. Schwefel
Jenine A. Kartz
Fannie B. Brown
Grace M. Poston
Julia Z. Friday
Nell Wilson
Lavenia W. Sionne
Jeanette Sloane
Jennie J. Frame
Nan Linton
Jeanette Barker
Ida 8. Dickinson
Estella Harris
Anna B. Dunkle
Elizbeth Rice
Ella
Welch
Mary H. Carpenter
D. J. Evans
Ohio Federation
Evans
Duke of Wellington Renounces Violin for Military Role
In 1852 a letter notes the Duke of Wellington gave up playing the violin as he rose to field command. The note quotes Mrs. Stuart Mackenzie describing his early musical talent and fear that music might cloud his resolve. It adds that he inherited a musical lineage from his father Lord Mornington, a doctor of music and composer.
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Duke of Wellington
Stuart Mackenzie
Duke of Sutherland
Duchess
Price
Lord Mornington
Pearson
Dangers to Eyes From Poisons and Industrial Vapors
A 19th century overview notes poisons and substances affecting vision. Atropine enlarges the pupil. quinine, iodoform, naphthalene can cause cataracts. Fern root used as remedy linked to ocular injury in Ruhr miners. Lead causes optic nerve damage. mustard vapors inflame the cornea. chromium oxide vapors from magnesium flashlight powders also disturb sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santonia
Ruhr
Germany
Aztec Bellows and Mine Forges Reopened
The Aztecs operated bellows for forges in old Mexican copper mines by hand opening and foot closing. Ketfred and Patience are mentioned in trade. Patrice was sold out by the sheriff last week as reported by Yonkers Statesman.
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Ketfred
Patience
Patrice
Yonkers Statesman
Costly Chinese Fishes Fetch High Prices
The London Mail reports that the brush tail goldfish from China is the world’s most beautiful and costly fish. It sells for up to £140, with European prices between £50 and £100. The fish is so small a half crown covers it, yet its value is extraordinarily high.
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China
Europe
London Mail
Comparing Notes on Cook's College Ties
A roundtable of remarks about a cook's background. Mrs Apollo notes a refined appearance, Mrs Brooks cites a Vassar link, Mrs Cunningham recalls Wellesley experience, and Mrs Devine mentions working at both colleges. The exchange appears in Smart Set style.
Alimony and Divorce Case in Athens County Ohio
Nancy J. Phillips files suit in Athens County Common Pleas against Abner Phillips seeking alimony divorce due to gross neglect and extreme cruelty plus custody of minor children. Hearing set for on or after March 6, 1906. Attorney: Jewett & Wood. Pare Feb 2 to Mar 9.
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Abner Phillips
Nancy J. Phillips
Homesseeker's Excurisions Auction Notice
There is something convincingly wise about a widow's ignorance. Tickets will be sold at intervals until April 1905. For particulars call on or address ticket agents.
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Messenger and Herald
Glouster
BE. F. Danford
Gladys
Central Union Telephone Company
W. 8. Smith
Fred Fiedler
New Philadelphia
Glouster Debating Society
Floyd Pettit
Nelsonville
Ella Toliver
Lenon Graham
Estella Bryson
Milt Erwin
Uniontown
Rev. L. Matheny
W. A
Curfman
James Booth
Kansas
Homer McCarty
Junction City
Harry Douler
Corning
L. ©. Cartman
Harry Hayden
T. J. Wallace
Cambridge
J. V Stoecklein
E. Palmer
Jack Treadwell
New Straisville
Jennie Theophilua
Mepte
Anna and
Blanche Jones
Martin Doffy
Robert H. Morris
Thoreday
Charles Matheny
Ida Wedge
W. H. Ward
Shawnee Tueeday
Wellington
Centennial Atlas
Athens County
Messenger and Herand Printing Co
Court House
Centennial Ass’n
Jewett & Wood
D. C. CORNWELL @ CO
Jewelers
Scientific Opticians
West Baden Springs
Mitchell, Ind
French Lick
West Baden
O. P. McCarty
Cincinnati
Washington
VIA
Baltimore
Daolnkia
Alletrheny Mountains
Apper’s Ferry
Valley of the Potomac
O. P. McGarty
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