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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1897
Page
2
A vivid storm scene unfolds as tropical storm warnings arrive. Lightning splits the dark heavens while thunder shakes a cottage and forest trees bend under furious winds. Amid the chaos, villagers endure blackout gloom and note widespread demnation from distant war news.
Mr James Jones of Amies and Son Cowden UL touts Dr King s New Discovery amid reports of a wife rescued from la grippe after first dose with several bottles sold. He claims it cured her and alleges strong demand. The piece also mentions Aragon tree origins and hotel tip about warm bed clothing using newspapers for insulation.
An agent of Ohin Central Lines will sell round trip tickets for February 10 and 2 at Springfield for the State Convention M C A. The note references the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers and Tron Shipbuilders and mentions strikes and waivers in a year context.
An old advertisement touts Lightning Hot Drops as a universal stomach remedy. It asserts immediate relief from indigestion wind sour stomach and related troubles and promises permanent cure with doses offered in one dollar and fifty cent containers.
The St Louis Globe Democrat reports rising gray wolf activity in northern Wisconsin, with wolves attacking cattle and sheep, increasing livestock losses in counties like Washburn and Douglas. Hunters note slow, difficult pursuit and caution against poisoning baits. Incidents include a woman attacked near Spooner, prompting calls for protection and possible defense measures for property and safety.
A scattered column mixes anecdotes of revival preachers and peculiar household tips. It references a Parisian clerk aspiring to the summit of the Eiffel Tower, recipes and candy tricks, violet care, and cryptic chatter about social scenes, all presented in a fragmented, humorous mood.
A 1920s Journal article advises cyclists to ride in cold weather with windproof ventilated clothing and warmth. It recommends chest protectors, wind barriers under vests, gloves and cuffs, and insulated mittens to improve circulation. It notes new winter gear like windproof fabrics and shoulder warmers for comfort.
A tip suggests covering a writing table top with black velvet to hide inkpots and papers, making a bright sitting room more elegant. It also describes a method to remove marble stains using lemon juice and vitriol, applied then rubbed with a dry cloth.
They urge parents not to substitute and claim children will relish the real Scott's Emulsion. Available at 50 cents and 3.00 dollars, sold by all druggists. SHOTT & ROWSE, New York.
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