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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1903
Page
7
An old town advert claims measles scarlet fever and other illnesses leave lasting eye, ear, kidney and bronchial trouble. It touts Vinci as a safe pleasant nourishing tonic for children plus Vintax bowel regulator. The ad promises a money back guarantee if not good and urges taking home a bottle.
The piece argues that zeal powers great deeds across history, citing Garrick, Lincoln, Palissy, Cyrus W Field, and Edison. It stresses enthusiasts conquer obstacles, create means, and pursue truth, urging youths to serve with faith, work, and persistence in all fields.
Prof. J. A. Harlor of the D. Appleton Book Co. escaped from a Coshocton Park Hotel fire after being awakened by an explosion. The blaze started in a business room beneath his second floor chamber and he crawled through smoke before being rescued to the roof of an adjoining building. His room was completely destroyed.
The article recalls Lincoln’s cabin site atop a high hill near a spring formed by a cavern and sink hole. It notes the cabin’s移 journey to Nashville and Buffalo, with the flagpole arcade marking the original site. The hollow offers shade, a cool retreat, and draws pleasure parties from miles around and occasional distant visitors.
Walter Josten of Ath ens Ohio reports relief from nervousness dizziness and indigestion after using Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills. He bought a box at Henderson's Drug Store and says his nerves are steadied and digestion improved. Pills sell for 50 cents a box through Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY with portrait and signature on each package.
An emergency fin device thrown from a vessel side successfully halted a fast ship within its own length. The mercury vapor lamp is claimed to illuminate by mercury vapor incandescence in a vacuum tube using electricity, requiring far less energy than other methods.
The year 1902 brought about 24 000 Russians to New York according to reports. Indianapolis plans a 250 000 dollar coliseum funded by private subscription pledges and donations.
An editor from Churubusco Indiana proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption as the most infallible remedy for coughs colds and grip. He asserts it can prevent pneumonia or consumption with instant relief and certain cure. W H McKee guarantees every bottle and offers trial bottles free.
In Hawaii the Chinese population exceeds natives while the Japanese outnumber natives by a two to one ratio. This snapshot highlights shifting ethnic balances in the territory.
The advertisement promises free samples at McKee’s Drug Store for a new remedy addressing stomach disorders biliousness and constipation. It highlights cleansing and invigorating effects plus appetite improvement and bowel regularity with a regular box priced at 25e. The rest questions vanity and social scrutiny.
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