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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
4
A letter writer reports a Saturday wire conversation about a political pledge tied to a committee primary. The pledge is described as sincere but was postponed for months and may continue to be delayed, sparking urban chatter.
The Republican electors of Athens County Ohio are summoned to meet in their townships wards and precincts on February 11 1808 from 1 to 7 PM Central Time to nominate by ballot candidates for county and state offices including Prosecuting Attorney Sheriff Probate Judge Auditor Recorder Representative Treasurer Clerk of Courts Surveyor Coroner and others.
Local notes on Thaw portraits and coroner inquests stir a small town mood as Marietta gains a new editor A D D Alderman who will steer the Journal Republican. Gallipolis schools pilot a savings bank amid rising costs and Hepburn era coal law reshapes mining property ownership with stiff penalties.
A Republican primary challenger advertises Judge Lyne for renomination as probate judge of Athens County. The notice argues a probate judge must know the law, praising Lyne for legal knowledge and efficient, courteous service. It notes a two term precedent has not governed the office, listing previous long-serving judges since 1852.
A letter to Dr Dailey argues the total paint cost includes both paint and labor. It claims Devoe paint requires fewer gallons, saving money for the consumer and painter. A New York reader cites two nearly identical houses painted with Devoe and with adulterated paint, noting doubled labor costs with the cheaper finish.
Chas Schaal, resident near Floodwood, Minnesota, was arrested in Nelsonville after a three week manhunt. An affidavit charged him with stealing 30 to 40 pounds of copper wire valued at about $6 from the New York Coal Companies mine near Floodwood around January 1. He pleaded guilty, was fined 25 dollars plus costs, and sentenced to 30 days in the work house, then taken to Columbus by Officer Shaner.
Biison and Douglas discuss action on a political matter. Douglas notes the Hocking committee endorsed him and a primary was called though the committee election was delayed for months. They agree others should assist Foraker’s return, and B plans to relay details.
Postmaster Bryson told a congressman he had influence over a US representative, warning that the central committee’s long winded resolution would postpone the primary and delay electing a new committee for months or longer. The conversation, described as blunt and coercive, centers on postponing the election.
A letter from a Republican writer in Athens County condemns the local central committee for self-appointment beyond legal terms. He urges Republicans to vote on February 11 to reject bossism and elect a legally chosen committee, arguing county officers also extend their terms by appointment. He invites others to speak out against autocratic control.
An advertisement for Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription claims a alcohol free, non narcotic tonic to aid weak nervous overworked women. It lists ingredients in plain English and cites medical authorities endorsements. Free detailed ingredient lists offered by mail to interested readers.
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