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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1907
Page
2
The Daily Messenger held its first popularity contest in Athens County with four ladies and four gentlemen finishing strong. Contest managers Cook and Borders ensured fairness, while the paper noted a surge in subscribers and broad public support.
Mrs. Russell Sage donates 300000 to establish and sustain an institute of pathology aimed at studying and preventing organic changes of aging. The State Journal notes this marks a new trend in thought and scientific inquiry, with Elia Metchnikoff, Pasteur's successor in Paris, as a leading figure in the field.
An Athens reader testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured her obstinate kidney complaint and lumbago after other remedies failed. She describes backache and kidney symptoms improving after use and notes continued availability at Hendrix drug store. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo sells the pills nationwide. Remember the name Doan's.
Mr E W Goodloe of 107 St Louis Street Dallas says in the past year he has used Dr Kings New Life Pills and no laxative has proven so effective at relieving malaria and bilious ness. They do not grind nor gripe and cost 25e at W H McKee’s drug store.
Advertisement promotes nonadjustable bevel edged frames that are centered ground and polished to relieve eye strain and ease reading or sewing. It claims opticians charge 3 to 5 dollars and urges sending 1 dollar with a questionnaire about prior glasses, reading distance, eye prominence, nose size, and frame style, plus name and address.
Former Akron educator Clyde Ferdinand Beery rises through opposition to win GOP nomination for mayor. A fighter with roots in Fairfield county and Athens Ohio University, Beery is praised for honesty, public duty, and defeating graft in courts, winning strong voter backing.
An ad touts Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as superior to other remedies. It claims the laxative effect cleanses bowels and heals throat irritation while strengthening bronchial tubes and reducing mucous membrane inflammation. Contains Honey and Tar and appeals to children. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
Mr Charles Matheny is very ill and in serious condition. Mrs Jane Gift visits her son Julian. Miss Jennie Bean of Athens stayed with Mrs Julian Gift. Miss Letha Matheny returns from Charleston West Virginia for vacation. W E Crossen and W H Drake serve on the petit jury. Sam Clendenin left for Warm Springs Montana for hospital work. No preaching at C P church last Sunday. Rev Moore away in Illinois on business. George Wakefield renovates his residence. Orley Ross family moves to Will Shaffer property. Jess White and Miss Aumiller visit Athens friends.
Correspondence from Washington describes government clerks pushing a bill to retire after twenty years with a two thirds salary pension. The piece mocks lobbyists, press agents, and the alleged lavish taxpayer-backed benefits while arguing against increased national costs.
An advertised drug product asserts it stops eczema spreading daily and cures it permanently, available at any drug store. The claim highlights instant itching relief and lasting results for readers seeking relief from chronic eczema.
Spokane Baptist group announces ticket sale dates from July 2 to July 11 with return limit September 15. Los Angeles National Educational Association offers tickets on sale until July 4 with return limit September 15 at 70.05 dollars. agents F S Bean and J P Blackwood listed for Union Station.
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