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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1908

Page

2

Republican Senatorial Convention Called for 9th 14th District

A Republican senatorial committee meeting for the 9th 14th district counties Athens Morgan Washington Fairfield Hocking Noble part of Monroe and others votes to hold a convention in Logan Ohio at 2 pm February 27 1908 to nominate two state senators for the November 1908 election. Delegates to be chosen by each county per Republican rules. Monroe county gets one delegate.

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Stock Gambling Comeback Sparks Socialist Labels in Debate

The piece argues that illegal financial schemes are halted and punished, provoking cries of socialism and business wrecking from the newly rich. It compares illicit traders to a mayor closing a den and notes stock gambling’s claimed legitimacy only to be exposed as illegitimate, questioning the moral stance.

Third term talk and party rifts in Athens county

A fragmented editorial string discusses presidential term ambitions and intra party disputes in Athens county Ohio. It cites hints of Taft and Watt interests, Ohio delegation disputes, and questions the influence of the central committee on nominee selection amid local political maneuvering. The piece references figures like Douglas and Bryson and critiques delegation strategy.

Backward Child and Political Talk in Roaring Times

The piece reflects on calls for a third term and Roosevelt's presidency, noting labor politics and currency legislation prospects. It discusses public sentiment, party divisions, and the fate of proposed bills like the Fowler currency measure, with references to the public printer case and labor interests.

Ohioites Rally Behind Taft Amid Roosevelt Critique

The piece sketches Ohio Republican support for Taft over Roosevelt, noting opposition led by Senator Foraker. It details calls for state delegates and a new central committee, while debating currency reform and the Aldrich plan with critiques from supporters and critics alike.

Dr Pierce’s Medicines Endorsed For Known Composition

Advertises Dr Pierce family medicines highlighting known ingredients printed on bottles and tested, no alcohol, uses glycerine as solvent, claims remedies for dyspepsia, catarrh, bronchial coughs, and chronic coughs. Warns against substitutes and praises physicians who recommend them. notes political candidate Woodworth’s bid for state treasurer.

Dr. Pierce Wnature Doctor Pierce Pierce

Germany's vertical cannon shocks aviation hopes in war news

The report says Germany has adopted a vertical cannon able to wreck a flying machine a mile high, raising doubts about the practicality of air travel in wartime. The piece then notes no more primaries in Athens County and praises a Taft aligned central and executive committee, with Bryson allowing voters to pick any candidate.

Douglas authorised to pick delegates for Logan convention

The Ross county central committee on Tuesday authorized Mr. Douglas to choose his own delegates for the congressional convention at Logan on March 19. The Chilli tothe Gazette notes editor G. W. C. Perry will be reappointed postmaster and praises the move. Athens county counters by granting Doug las delegate selection rights through Mr. Bryson with broader local backing.

Bryson Athens County Logan Douglas Central Committee of Ross County

Man Plays Piano Twenty Four Hours Marathon

A man attempts an endurance piano performance lasting twenty four hours. The event showcases unusual stamina and skill as spectators observe the lengthy recital and its challenges.

Prized Iron Crosses Prompt Axiomatic Debate

In a Paris scene Duke Ernst of Saxe Coburg-Gotha complains that first class Iron Crosses were given too freely. Bismarck notes decoration is delicate and says merit must be rewarded, yet positions such as Moltke Roon Blumenthal and even the two sovereigns justify holding honors.

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Knew His Habits Pathan Anecdote From Tirah

An Indian officer recalls a tale from Tirah where a general and staff face a lone marksman. A sowar dismounts to stalk the shooter, who turns out to be the general’s old Afridi father, explaining the hunter knew his son’s habits. The anecdote illustrates Pathan manners and customs.

Tirah London

Where Fat Its Beauty in Tunis Describes Bride Selection Ornaments

In Tunis a man choosing a second wife brings bracelets and anklets from a prior wife as gifts to the girl's father. The young woman is to fatten for several months until she fills the four ornaments. if she does not, the man may refuse. The custom ties beauty to fatness and favors fuller figures for marriage.

Tunis

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