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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1902

Page

2

Eczema Relief Endorsed By Michigan Attorney

James J. Brown of Saginaw Michigan writes that after 32 years of eczema and costly attempts, Dr A W Chases Ointment cured his persistent leg lesions and itching. He testifies the ointment gives rest at night and rapid disease disappearance. Brown praises the product and recommends it, noting it is sold by all dealers and by Dr A W Chases Medicine Co Buffalo NY.

A. W. Chase James J. Brown Ance Michigan Lomi Wah Chase

The Faithful Red Bird in Winter

A whimsical feature extols the red bird as a hardy Ohio winter resident. It endures boreal blasts, feeds on scraps, endures cat curiosity, and sings with a pure soprano voice. The piece praises its resilience and charm through the cold months.

Ohio Robinthes Martin Jong

The Hard Task of a Congressman's Life Described

A reflective piece on the congressman's burden and duties. It argues constituents press for jobs, lawmakers endure long hours and political pressure, and their speeches are crafted with help from secretaries for print in the Congressional Record.

Assort Theda Dau Ae Cusdensumen Dad

Congress Should Raise Salaries Say Wise Voices

E C Woodwort argues in a satirical piece that congressional pay should be increased to reflect effort. He bluntly claims many lawmakers lack genuine ties to constituents and mocks campaigns funded by seeds and schemes, urging higher salaries to curb corruption and boost efficiency.

War and Waste Versus a Revealed Cure in 21st Century

The piece notes high wartime costs in the United States and broad spending on ineffective remedies, urging use of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a proven household cure. It cites this year's fire losses at about 170.09 million dollars and a 26 year total of 2.89 billion, with 1.7 billion insured.

Hostrtter United States

New Purge Pills Claim Harmless System Cleanse

An old purgative idea is challenged by Dr Birg's new fire pills. Marketed as harmless, they gently stimulate the bowels to expel poisons, cleanse the body, and purportedly cure constipation and sick headaches. Sold for 2 cents at W El McKee's drug store.

Unknown Birds and Famed Observations at the Masked Meeting

The text spoofs alleged carelessness of owls at a gathering, noting wise-eyed birds with three front toes, and includes fragmented quips about New York, a Good Wife, Dr Price, and a Philadelphia Press snippet. It references a Bridgeport press device and assorted oddities with no clear narrative.

Dr. Price Nekous Gus Mr. Sharpe Seedo Philadelphia Press

One Minute Cough Cure Sold Despite Cautions

Mrs Hird of Harrisburg received a bottle of One Minute Cough Cure from Cline's Pharmacy for a child despite warnings. The ad boasts rapid relief for coughs and throat issues and claims children like the taste. It notes shipping losses among vessels and steamships.

Mary Hird Harrisburg Cline

Castorie Beara the Ths Road You Hava nays Boog On

A garbled note references a book on hunting and fishing in the South, noting game laws, guides, hotels, and rates with a request for a two cent stamp to G B Allen of the Southern Railway. It also mentions a shipyard at Ominato, Japan, said to have been in operation for 1900 years.

G. B. Allen Southern Railway St. Louis Ominato Japan

Will You Sleep Well Tonight An Aden of Cough Relief Ad

An ad touts Allen's Long Balsain as a remedy to conquer coughing and chest irritation when lying down. It claims relief from throat irritation and hard breathing, notes no opium and suitability for children and delicate adults. The rest mentions dogs and distemper vaccination.

Allen Benson Seabury & Johnson, My. Chemists

There Goes the Man Who Never Laughs

A brief reflection on Gustave Dore’s Dante portrait and the visible signs of chronic pain. The piece likens pain to physical markings, noting sufferers’ faces and the reputation of the poet Dante as someone who never laughs. It evokes hardship and resilience in everyday life.

Gustave Dore Dante

Delinquent Tax Sale Listing January 1902 Bountiful Richland

Delinquent taxes and penalties listed for numerous church lots and private parcels in Richland and surrounding townships. Entries detail in lot and out lot designations, owners and trustees, values, and totals due including tax and penalty, with extensive enumeration across multiple properties and districts.

Yrusteex M. EB Richland Inelotls Hienland Gus Vale Fin Trosteam Mob Church Telet Iy Churen Michland Choren Ontetot Churet Yalbea Hutatly Pepe McKee John Jf Herrold

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