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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1881
Page
3
A tale from a correspondent describes a dog that cleverly uses money to buy baked goods. The animal first buys a bun, then returns for short bread, demonstrating independent decision making and currency use. The piece reflects on intelligence and the value of practical training for youth.
A collage of quips and light anecdotes Drawn from multiple papers includes puns on hats weather and dog ownership As readers laugh at misheard lines translations and malapropisms the collection ends with a push to subscribe to the Steubenville Herald for more.
Foote observes a barber shop with a hatched pane sign claiming Jemmy Wright shaves 45 well. He asks for Jemmy Wright, who replies he has just popped out. The piece notes medical visit fees, claiming $3 per visit and over $1,000 yearly for ongoing attendance, plus Hop Bitters as a supposed saver. Also reports chalk carvings from New Britain and New Ireland natives, sourced by Rev. G. Brown, found after quakes and tidal surges, with a Newcastle analysis on purity.
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