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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
11
Albany businessman and farmer John P. Coe announces his bid for county commissioner amid broad taxpayer support. He emphasizes business judgment, honesty, and fair handling of public questions, pledging prudent treasury defense against waste and extravagance. Coe is described as a highly respected, genial local figure urged onto the race by supporters.
An Athens resident promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a universal cure for kidney and back trouble, citing her father’s relief after using two boxes. The ad notes sale by dealers, 5 cent price, Foster Millburn Co as sole US agents, Buffalo. It also mentions notional references to legislative drafts.
Hon. Stacey G. Linscott of Amesville states the libel suit against Rev. George E. Fischer has not settled and will be pursued in Franklin County Court. He notes two suits exist from Washington and Franklin counties and asserts readiness to face sensational claims amid temperance power politics.
A Denver resident, Mrs A Gregory of 2355 Lawrence St, credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing six years of female illness after an operation failed. She urges other women with backache and bearing down pains to try it, noting its 30 year history and guidance from Mrs Pinkham.
A batch of transfers shows Charlotte Blackburn to James Mc Henry for 37.47 acres and many other deeds. Names include G E Warner, W B Sullivan, Ross, Harris and Lawrence, Ohio State Forfeit, Lydia Stalden, L H Clark, Allen Bean, T D Book, Justice Brown, Frances Arm tage, Grace D Noyes, W Cable, Ann E Slawter, George France s A, W P Smith, M P Totman, Jefferson White, Carthage Township, George Meighen, James William, D C Dickson, Sarah Rath burn, E L Chapman, Seymour Wade, N G Cary, Levi Barstow, W E Allen, and John McDonald with varying acreages and prices.
The Gazette lists county spending including supplies and rent for board of elections and various road and bridge works. Items show payments to engineers, tax refunds, jail supplies, medical witnesses, burial costs, and unclaimed colts, reflecting December to January disbursements across townships and county offices.
A letter from Rev Sir Sir Weeterly discusses Father Galvin and R. L. Galvin's church and residence painting. It explains how they measured carefully, obtained bids, and used Devoe paint supplied by both painters and the minister. The result saved $70, with a note that one painter should have received that amount.
The piece argues children lie from imagination and wonder, not malice, urging parents to distinguish between fantasy and harmful deceit. It condemns harsh punishment and suggests gentle discipline like soap treatment or a brief plaster to reinforce truthfulness.
A stream of political notices from candidates including W A Brammer A D Knight Charles P Clester Orville D Dailey O D Eddy A L Johnson John F Biddle I B Johnson D J Hixson and Frank Whitis announces seeking the Republican primary nominations for county commissioner and infirmary director with various township affiliations and primary dates. The notices urge voters to support their candidacies in the upcoming primary.
A quick test to detect water in milk uses a bright polished knitting needle. Dip the needle in milk and withdraw upright. if only a small quantity of water is present no milk will cling to the needle.
Daily pricing notes for wholesale buyers list items such as Butter Springers Hens Ducks and geese, with several garbled entries. Includes a county commissioner candidate notice from York township John McLaughlin, running in the Republican primary, and miscellaneous grain and feed price figures and cornstalk mentions.
M P Totman offers a forecast on the forthcoming Republican primary decision. He analyzes likely contenders and voting trends.
G. D. Ridenour announces candidacy for county auditor subject to the Republican primary on February 11.
Several Athens York and Carthage township residents announce bids for county commissioner treasurer and representative. Candidates include B MIll Ed C Evans W Thomas Winning W B Edgar Amos Townsend and J P Coe subject to the Republican primary February 11 with editorials from the Messenger urging support.
A candidate from Rome Township Sub Mary seeks the infirmary director position. The message is dated 1 16 and signed by Owen Beebr.
The report states editor Woodworth is appointed to lead the Messenger with the subject to the coming Re 1Lijdaw L. and related duties. The language suggests a formal newsroom transition and upcoming organizational changes.
A fragmented note from J. R. Hickman declares candidacy for judge and asks for support in the upcoming primary. The text hints at campaign intent but lacks full details.
Editor Messenger notes the candidate announces intent to seek the probate judge position as a Republican contender. The statement outlines political affiliation and objective to serve in the probate office.
Coroner Meesenger announces candidacy for county power subject to Republican primary on February 1. He invites voters to examine his record and record of service as he seeks election credentials and public trust.
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