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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1904
Page
7
A condensed roundup from Ohio notes a 2900 barrel oil well near Celina, Bertha Graham’s arrest for diamond thefts, and free delivery in Cheshire starting April 1. Also reported are deaths by train, gas, fire, electrocution, and accidents. arson, theft, and legal actions. and official updates across Columbus, Dayton, Akron, and other cities.
The advertisement stresses that honest experiences of real users form the sole material for Dodd's Kidney Pills advertising. It highlights Mr Barber and others as strong evidence, asserting that testimonials are more convincing than generic claims.
Three medical opinions praise Dodd's Kidney Pills as a universal remedy for kidney diseases. Dr Dunaway of Benton Illinois says it cured his diabetes when other treatments failed. Dr Jesse Times of St John Kansas cites miraculous results for a epileptic child after scarletina. Dr Williamson of Yorktown Arkansas says the pill is best for kidney diseases and yields permanent cures.
Scientists report men exhibit a more acute sense of smell than women across tested odors. Researchers note the difference persists after controlling for age and health, suggesting biological factors contribute to olfactory sensitivity.
The ad proclaims Easy Talk as a superior soap for all fabrics from rugs to fine cloths. It claims to clean thoroughly and easily without heavy scrubbing, reducing wear. Priced at five cents a bar, it positions itself as the ideal wash day solution.
A brief exchange notes how noon in Washington corresponds to about one o'clock in the morning at Port Arthur in the China Sea. The remark warns that a careless ecabler may mislead an American realer.
F J Green of Lancaster New Hampshire credits Electric Bitters with curing chronic indigestion and nervous debility after other remedies failed. He says his wife has stayed in excellent health for years calling them splendid for female troubles and a grand tonic for weak women. Advertisement notes satisfaction guaranteed by W H McKee. A light political aside mentions the sick man of Turkey and the Great White Czar.
Athens customers are invited to buy Dr Howard's specific for constipation and dyspepsia at 25 cents, half price for intro buyers. The bottle is guaranteed to cure or money back, with refund available if digestion improves is not achieved.
Marriage licenses listed for Henry Killner and Margaret OLearne of Jacksonville John J Hoglen of Columbus and Mand Koons of Athens Temple Moore and Mary Jackson of Derthick Charles Anderson and Adda Stanbus of Jacksonville and Eddy Lantz and Rhoda Gift of Trimble Real names and locations appear in this local public notice segment.
Melbourne Florida resident H Haggins credits Dr King's New Discovery for consuming throat and lung disease relief after being told he had consumption and could not be helped. The ad promises a free trial bottle and guarantees a cure for throat and lung ailments offered by W H McKee, with bottles priced at 50 cents and 1.00.
An advertisement extols DeWitts Little Early Risers as liver supporting and tissue rebuilding pills. They claim to cleanse the system, act easily without gripe, and deliver reliable results. Available at Cline's Pharmacy and by druggists nationwide. The piece notes Porto Rico commissioner Frederico Degetan, a cultured member of the Cortes, who will soon present his island’s petition for admission to the union.
Frank Farmer of Bluff City Kentucky reports his baby’s eczema clearing after using DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. He praises the product as the original pure witch hazel formula and warns against counterfeits while noting Cline's Pharmacy as a seller.
An old column discusses social expectations for women and the harshness of domestic toil. It condemns roughening handwork while praising a pure laundry soap EASY TASK SOAP made from coconut oil and borax, claimed to soften skin and avoid irritation, offered for five cents a bar at grocers.
Fruit trees for sale 10 for 1 or per 100. Rome Beauty Pound Royal Lic. varieties 25c each. Includes pear plum and cherry trees. Cash with order. R England Fronton Ohio February.
A brief notice describes Sy rap purifying the dead and Cerate healing skin eruptions, noting Dr. Weaver's treatment claims. The fragment lists two products and a medical context, but provides limited context on efficacy or official stance.
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