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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
4
Athens county Republicans stir with talk of primary activity and county option. The piece links local control, liquor laws, and Taft’s rising national role while touching on election tactics and political maneuvering in Nelsonville and beyond.
New Year resolutions fade as candidates push to finish quickly while Taft gains ground in Ohio. Editor Harden nears the truth about Von Moltke. Admiral Brownson faces little consequence. Cleveland’s ex-presidency worries persist. French courts may justify damages to Count Helie. Cal Powers’ possible acquittal raises Chautauqua circuit concerns.
Representative Crawford argues for parity between teachers and physicians, claiming a physician's certificate should permit practice across counties without reexamination, while teachers would still face new exams. The proposal aims to remove barriers between professions and standardize credentials.
Communication to the Editor comments on a letter signed A friend of Charlie's from the seventh inst. issue. The writer clarifies what that person states he particularly does in relation to Charlie and addresses the editor and readers with further remarks.
In Athens Ohio on January 8 1908 a reader argues to support quail protection citing their insect control value and opposes killing except for damage. He urges a hawk bounty from 50 cents to 2 dollars and details farmer rights to enforce wildlife rules on his land.
Dr Pierce publishes full ingredient lists on bottle wrappers claiming honesty and safety. His medicines are marketed as non secret and endorsed by medical teachers. The piece cites Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription as key remedies and offers free consultation and a free medical adviser.
A reader and a farmer express support for appointing game wardens in every township to protect quail populations. The note frames local enforcement as essential to wildlife preservation and hunting ethics.
Fred Oiler of Wilkesville a coal miner was examined by the new township trustees and adjudged insane. Since his wife’s death about a year ago he has been despondent and was sent to the Athens asylum for treatment.
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