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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1908

Page

7

Sportsmen Fight Quail Squirrel Protection Proposals

Local sportsmen around Athens sign petitions opposing two proposed bills in the Ohio General Assembly to abolish quail shooting and impose a five year quail and three year squirrel closed season. The Ath en Farmers Institute resolution calls for better quail protection and continues to mobilize opposition nationwide.

James Osmond Columbus Cenirs Ohio General Assembly Sigam Athens Farmers’ Institute

Lynch Replies to Broken Pledges in Athens County Probe

A former probate judge recounts pressure from coal operator Tom Johnson to drop a second term bid. He claims J R Hickman faced similar coercion and that Hickman later urged the judge to run, with officials signaling Hickman should unseat him. The matter rests with the voters.

J. R Hickman A. W. Lyncil Judge Lynch Athens Ohio Lynch Robert Hickman Hickman Lynca Hattie Sharp Dept Ciuk Thomas Johnson Columbus Athens County J. R. Hickman Tom Johnson Probst W. G. Hickman Bethel Mr. Hickman

Jurors Drawn From The Wheel For February Term

The grand and petit juries for the February term of Common Pleas Court were drawn by Clerk Alex Nelson and Sheriff Webster. Jurors from Ames Dover York Troy Athens Carthage Trimble Rome Lodi Waterloo Leland were listed with their townships and names. Report dates are Monday February 17 for the grand jury and Monday February 24 for the petit jury.

Common Peas Court Alex Nelson Sheriff Webster Court House E. L. Dean Ames E. M. Daugherby Dover T. C. Galvin York A. 1 Gibbs Troy C. Harvey Tom Edmunson Athens Elmer K. Stout Carthage Joel M. Hastings Trimble Car Copeland Rome Heron Mason Frank Anthony Alexander D. D. Fuller Austin McCune John R. Lemon J. &. Fultz Leander Blackwood Lodi A. L. Butterworth Charles Kempton Trimble F. B. Vorkes Lea F. C Caldwell E. H. Phillips Waterloo Oliver Lovell George Adamson R. C. Garaner Columbus HH. Pettit Leiston Juned Mahion Hays Douglas Morrison J. P. Cov. Lee F. P. Kientz John Beasley J. M. Adair James Crawford Canaan

Young mother Nellie Harner dies of pneumonia near Athena

Nellie Elizabeth Harner 28 wife of John C. Harner died at home seven miles south of Athena in Alexander township of pneumonia after a brief illness. She taught school in the county before marriage and is survived by one five day old child. Funeral at Hibbardsville Presbyterian church Wednesday at 1 p m with Rev. F M Moore of McArthur conducting.

Nellie Elizabeth Harner John C. Harner Athena Alexander Township Presbyterian Church Hibbardsville F. M. Moore McArthur John Harner Nellie Patterson Joe Baird Nebraska Dr.Taylor of Uere Alias Union Line Fred Stalder Stalder Jack Williams Cora Lee Athens Mt. Zion Baptist Church George Washington New Cemetery

Delegates Named for Taft Ticket in Athens County

Delegates and alternates certified to the Republican state convention from Athens County all back Taft. Names include Jol R. Elder J. S. Gandee A. J. Holmes W. B. Johnson Fr. DD. McCarty and others with Vern H. Vorhes among alternates. Board also created new precincts Hockingport Glouster and updated election procedures for the upcoming primary.

Board of Relections W. H. Taft Jol R. Elder Athens J. S. Gandee A. J. Holmes Albany W. BK. Johnson Trimble DD. McCarty Glounter J. Hartnell Coolville J. Hixson Amesville A. Cable Nelsonville James Dew LL. Woodworth Pearley Gaskell Lt. Creamer Jerseyville EK. Halbert Canaanville Samuel Kasler Jacksonville James A. Campbell Glouster JL. Hawk Marshfield J. D. Martin Vern H. Vorhes Taft Tin Hockingport Glouster Glouster Formey

Short Measure Paint Complaint from Devoe Co

A reader in Athens Ohio reports Shuffert Hardware in Hickory NC sold a car load of paint measured seven pints per gallon. After months they discovered the short measure, returned it to the maker and credited customers for the loss. The letter advocates using Devoe lead and zinc paint with no whitewash additives as a remedy.

Shuffert Hardware Co Hickory Devoe

Auction Notice for No 4 Traction Gear Hoist Keystone Driller

For sale to the highest bidder on Saturday February 15 189% at 1 pm in Athens Chto the No 4 Traction Gear Hoist Keystone Driller with equipment. It sits on Charlies McCune farm half a mile below Stewart viewable anytime. Terms cash. Harry G Stalder Reevive

Athens Chto Keystone Charlies McCune Stewart Harry G. Stalder

Rev Dick to Preach at M E church and Hibbardsville

Presiding minister Rev W B Dick will preach at the M E church in Albany on Sunday morning February 9 at 10 o'clock Standard time and at Hibbardsville at 2 o'clock the same day.

Albany, O W. B. Dick M. FE This Place Standard Hibbardsville

Beef Wine and Iron Sale at Henderson Crider Drug Co

Promotional notice for a 500 pint sale by Henderson Crider Drug Co. titled Beef, Wine and Iron. Readers encouraged to visit the store for discounted items.

Governor Threatens Investigation of Ohio Penitentiary Mismanagement

Governor Harris states he will order an inquiry into Ohio penitentiary management if the legislature fails to respond to published criticisms. He proposes the board of state charities handle the probe if no legislative committee is appointed. Warden C B Gould supports an investigation into current Ohio newspaper charges.

Harris Ohio Penitentiary Board of State Charities C. B. Gould Ohio

Bearer Withdraws From Athens County Republican Race

Athens Ohio February 1 1907 announcement states the candidate withdraws from the race for Representative after canvassing the election. He emphasizes remaining loyal to the Republican party and thanks supporters for their promised backing.

Athens Ohio Athens County

Banks Sells Out in Nelsonville Saloon Buyout

Ed Banks has sold his Nelsonville saloon and retired from the business. Jack Ashton purchased the establishment.

Ed Banks Nelsonville Jack Ashton

No More Catarrh Hailed By Henderson Crider Drug

Henderson Crider Drug Company promotes Hyomel as a guaranteed remedy for catarrhal troubles. The ad claims rapid relief and permanent cure by inhaling medicated air through a pocket inhaler, with a refund guarantee if it fails to meet claimed results. The notice ends with a political voting appeal for F.H. Nice for commissioner.

Athens Henderson Crider Drug Company Quick Reef Olla Balvama Henderson Criders

Peruna Editorial Promotes Public Sale and Open Claims

Dr Hartman announces Peruna as a regular over the counter remedy to the public. He vows full advertising to consumers, disclaims secrecy, and claims the product cures chronic catarrh with testimonials and guarantees. The piece asserts Peruna is a great household remedy and aims for global expansion despite critics.

Dr. Hartman Peruna

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Pers Petit Jurors E. R. Walker J. C. Harner Hebardsville Jess Vorhes Meigs County Ares Jack” Williams A. FE. Dent Peter Vorhes la Grippe Vorhes Edith Vorhes John Williams Beriy Jack Stalder G. W. Winge Holmes Winge M. E. Church Edward Robbinett Chauncey Ira Robbinet Athens County Board of Elections Law Building Athens, Ohio Devoe & Co Keystone Driller Rev Henderson Crider Drug CO Warden Gould Governor Harris Penitentiary Banks CA Bstorita F. H. Nice Commiss Sioner Lee Township Peruna Editorial NO. 1 Ridenour Nelsonville, Ohio Pres The First National Bank So. H. Moore J. D. Brown W. B. Golden the Bank of Athens Confidentisi
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