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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1909
Page
2
Grand Junction February 1 A snow plow and engine slid over a 300 foot precipice on the Uintah railroad while clearing drifts at Baxter Pass. Engineer J B Lane was killed and a Greek section hand fatally injured. Four other workers seriously injured.
New York journalist report shows 1908 December departures of Japanese from the United States exceeded arrivals by about 700. Consul general Kokichi Midzuno released the figures from the Japanese consulate in New York.
Draggista refund money if it fails to cure. BR W Grove signature on each box. 25¢.
D. Robinson Leonard of Cleveland defeated Clara Desher of Milwaukee in a half mile race for the women's skating championship. Time 4 5.
Two miners, John C. Brown and Licas Duca, were buried for twenty eight hours under ore at Republic Iron and Steel Cambria property in Nebaunee near Marquette Michigan. They were rescued when coworkers tunneled through a solid rock wall and freed them after an 18 foot long breakthrough.
Henderson Crider Drug Co offers a guarantee of security in all drugs bearing their label and invites customers to let them serve. Located at their local address 2-1012.
Rates and travel times for Lion One Way service listed for Athens Ohio and Cincinnati Ohio. Ticket agent information includes T P A names and contact points. Details show daily and Sunday schedules with morning and afternoon time stamps and zone references.
Low round trip fares for Feb 28 March 2 3 return by March 8 Winter Tourist Tickets to the West on sale daily March 1 through April 30 One way second class Colonist fares to Western states and Canada on sale daily Feb 16 through Apr 30 Special Mardi Gras excursion fares to New Orleans Mobile Pensacola with return by March 12 Home-Seekers Excursions to Southern and Western states and provinces Feb 16 and Feb 6 Rates and contacts provided by FP Bean and H C Stevenson Cincinnati and Athens U T P A Ohio
Smila Majestorovit, a 16 year old from the Russo-Greek colony in Duquesne, took her own life rather than wed with a suitor chosen by her parents. Her betrothal to Mike Cuecolz had been arranged and celebrated, but she vanished after the wedding feast and was found dead in a cellar.
Kingston reports increasing yellow fever cases in Barbadoes with 36 cases and six deaths from December 10 to February 6. The outbreak widens as health officials monitor the disease’s spread in Barbadoes and nearby areas.
Chicago markets show cattle up to 6.66 per cwt for choice heavies with several classes listed, while hogs fetch around 6.10 to 6.70. Wheat and corn prices are noted, with No 3 corn at 58 1/2 to 59 cents and oats at 61 1/4 to 61 1/2, reflecting broad grain activity across buffalo, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, and Toledo exchanges.
In Tampa on February 11 Charles Crumley, jailed on suspicion of attempted assault on Miss Irma Newell, was seized by a mob of about one thousand and bound to a stake with fagots and oil ready to burn. Sheriff John Logan, his brother Alonzo Logan, and deputy EB McMullen persuaded the mob to release him and Crumley returned to Lakeland jail to prove his alibi.
Government expert demonstrates scale method alleged to underweigh sugar imports by the American Sugar Refining Company. Albert M. Lambert from the Philadelphia mint supervised the demonstration showing a scale set at 886 pounds registering 875 pounds.
Indianapolis Feb 11 The house of representatives passed to engrossment both the Kleckner and Proctor Tomlinson bills providing for repeal of the county local option law The Democratic platform bill substitutes township and ward local option while the compromise measure offers incorporated town and city ward option.
Fire destroyed the entire south end of the block on Michigan Scott and West Market streets in Buffalo. The Buffalo Produce Exchange and about twenty commission firms suffered about 225000 in losses as the worst blizzard of the winter raged and threatened the entire produce commission district.
In a slashing ten round lightweight contest at the Fairmount Athletic Club Jem Driscoll of England had the edge over Leech Cross of New York. The Feb scene in New York saw Driscoll dominate the exchanges and secure the favorable decision.
An old period ad claims kidney pills from Foster Milburn Co. cure dull back pain headaches dizziness and urinary issues. Mrs James Rooney of Marietta Ohio testifies two years free of kidney trouble after using four boxes. The advertisement urges buying Dean's Kidney Pills for 50 cents through local dealers.
A dated notice highlights staple items in stock such as Listerine, hydrogen peroxide, ammonia, bay rum, and glycerine. The note suggests these products are common in household inventories and useful for regular upkeep.
An advertisement touts Deans Requiets as a remedy to cure constipation tone the stomach stimulate the liver promote digestion and appetite and ease bowel passages. It urges readers to ask their druggist for them at 25 cents a box.
Mr and Mrs Elliott Sams and children of Long Run visited Mr and Mrs Calvin Frost. Wilfred Holland of Athens called on his parents. Rev and Mrs Boblett of Steward visited their son Charles Weatherby. George Holland and sister Gertrude visited friends in Athens. Blanche Riley of Athens attended a meeting here. Goldie Tedrow stayed with her sister Mrs Cora Hawk Judson Elma Bean of South Canaan visited friends here. Eve Watkins of Athens visited her mother Elizabeth Poston. Ethel and Alma Anthony of Angel Ridge visited grandmother Mrs Poston. Vernie Bobo spent weekend with sister Mrs Cyrus Bean of South Canaan. Mrs George Hartley visited Mrs John Fullerton. Joseph Kelley, long ill with typhoid fever, is much better.
Kemp Texas resident J A Stone a Civil War veteran alleges a plot between a lung trouble and death to end his life. He says a stubborn cough and weight loss to 120 pounds followed, then Dr King’s New Discovery restored health to 178 pounds. Trial bottles offered free by McKee’s Drugstore.
A call to all Democrats to gather tonight at 7 50 in the Election Board rooms above The Messenger office. The notice emphasizes full participation by party members in the meeting.
Seventy eight percent of Ireland's EMI grant distribution directs funds to a single country, highlighting a concentration of aid. The pattern raises questions about allocation efficiency and regional impact on recipient programs.
Mr oe Gillian and son Paul guests of Mr and Mrs Reuben Cillian. Abe Bingman moved into Henry Brewater's house. Mrs Lacy Palmer and daughter Helena and Julia of Little Hocking were callers. The Lailes Aid Society plans a memorial service at W Y Rowles residence with an old fashioned supper. Ald Society hosts a Valentine social at Mrs G Dye's with valentine gifts and a taffy pull. Several locals visit Parkersburg and attend funeral services for Charles Atkinson in Moundville with large floral tributes.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary Reed of Monroe Avenue Nyetown were conducted at The M FE church on Saturday at 1 o clock by Rev Gordon of Jacksonville. Interment followed in the city cemetery. She leaves seven children a husband and many relatives and friends.
A surprise postcard party was held last Thursday evening for Miss Virginia Hall on Converse and High streets. Many attended and she received a large number of cards. Refreshments were served and guests enjoyed the good time.
Sunday schedule lists Bible school at 9 30 a m Preaching and communion at 4 20 p m Christian Endeavor at 6 p m Miss Mary Porter leads Preaching at 7 p m by Rev J A Long of Athens All are invited to attend
Local residents share Sunday visits and travel notes including Miss Christine Law of Nyetown hosting Ed Maxon of Athens and Bliss Cooper of Sugar Creek visiting Miss Mable Hall. Trips include Billy Mitchell and wife from Marshfield, and William Pierce returning from Appleton, Wisconsin after his sister Mrs. Reed's death. Rev. Charles Graham preached at the M H church.
A reader muses that age is a private matter like one's bank balance, not to be broadcast or questioned by others. The line suggests discretion and personal dignity in aging.
Prominent labor leaders convene at the department of commerce and labor for a council of labor to address wage earners’ concerns including unemployment. Gompers and Keefe attend as discussions reveal nearly two to five million unemployed and immigration issues.
Brooklyn departure of the Barber line steamer Shimosa carries a cargo entry human bones intended for interment in China. Chinese expatriates fund this act through a society to reclaim ancestral remains, with coffins dug up and sealed for shipment from New York or San Francisco as needed.
Cincinnati officials and attorneys review excerpts from Harriman merger hearings in a case challenging effects on general business. Thirteen new witnesses were examined with Railroad Commissioner Gothbin from Columbus offering insights from his railroad and public official roles. Some witnesses noted limited freight solicitations due to consignee route control.
The Craig local option bill clears the senate by 17 to 11 vote in Charleston. It allows dry counties to keep cities over 2000 population wet until each city votes to close saloons, while a wet county remains wet throughout.
The steamer America of a Barcelona company wrecked off Castellon province on February 11. All sixty passengers and crew were saved.
Officials in Michigan investigate graft charges at the state penitentiary. The report notes ongoing inquiries and official actions as the case unfolds.
Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Evans were held at the family residence on Walnut street. Born March 2, 1836 in Somersettshire England, she died February 5, 1909 in Nelsonville at age 72 years 11 months and a days. The Presbyterian ladies plan an annual fair and supper at Mrs. C A Cable's home on Washington street February 23.
Guy Brookins visited Athens on Saturday while Miss Mabel Learned of Chauncey joined her family here Sunday. Walter Whitlock of Carpenter stayed with friends over the weekend. Civil service exam attendees in Athens included Harvey Wade Matthew Christman A W Russell Ray Howard Guy White and Curtis Males. Our school continues to progress under Miss Blanche Light. Mrs L Sanders and Mrs John Daft visited Athens Monday. Several from here attended a box supper at David Sawyer’s Saturday night with all reporting a good time. Virgil Dent is on the sick list. Mrs Mary Mills and her son visited friends in Athens Monday. The woman a man would like to have worry about him seldom does.
Both houses voted unanimously to erect a memorial for Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman in Westminster Abbey. The action reflects broad cross party support for the former premier's remembrance.
Current French labor laws protecting women and children apply only to workers in industrial establishments, not those in commercial businesses.
Seville Spain plants a thousand mulberry trees to revive the historic silk industry once famous in the city. Officials hope the trees will support sericulture and attract renewed craft activity.
Calhoun of Victor earns Missouri honey king honors after amassing 5000 pounds from summer flow and similar amount gathered in the previous fall. Athens markets noted in report.
Producers' prices corrected daily for wholesale dealers list multiple items with per dozen and per bushel rates. Entries include butter and poultry prices such as dressed and live turkeys, potatoes, hens, corn, wheat, and baled hay and straw. Prices show typical market quotations and ranges for rural Ohio markets.
The Swanson Furniture Co advertises a New and Second-Hand furniture showroom at 76 N Court Street offering upholstery repair picture framing packing and related services with a contact phone 425 for home purchases and inquiries.
The Messenger presents Wednesday official quotations from the Lancaster Digit Exchange with Tuesday’s figures noted as reference.
Miss Edna McVay spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Porter Alexander of Maysville Kentucky and will visit relatives this week. Mrs Samuel Withers has returned from Parkersburg. J G Baughman is a business visitor in Athens today. The sick list includes Mrs H T Coffey Mrs James Carmichael and Mrs D H Six.
A remark notes silver fruit knives passed at social gatherings are so dull there is little risk they have been used to cut corn.
Carbonea cleanser marketed by Henderson-Crider Drug Co claims safe usage with no danger of explosions. Product appears in a drugstore advert offering gloves and dress goods cleaning.
A lonely evergreen in a back alley shows a fading green and a drooping head. The scene captures a quiet late holiday aftermath as the tree ages outside a home or yard.
A mother visits a neighbor to make a call and is followed by each of her children at ten minute intervals until all are with her for the procession home.
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