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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1905
Page
3
Education on preventing fires in kitchens and bedrooms details stove placement metal protection requirements, proper stoves and pipes, gas and gasoline precautions, and attic chimney inspections. Emphasizes metal shields on walls, metal floors, ventilated stove pipes, and safe storage of fuels with guidance from H. D. Davis, State Fire Marshal.
A prolific piece notes Charlotte Perkins Gilman promotes scientific nurseries for children and reports London socialites opening a luxury hotel and nursery for affluent families. It also chronicles Mrs Alice More McComas touring South Africa with her daughter Carroll Carroll, who performs as actress and dancer.
Notice to Teachers states exam dates for elementary certificates on the first Saturday of each month in Athens and for high school and special certificates on the first Saturday of September, December, March and June. Examinations also occur on the first Saturday of May June and July in Stewart Nelsonville and Glouster, with Boxwell tests in Athens and Glouster the second day in May. By order of the Board of Examiners M. M. Bryson Clerk.
A black man posing as Rev Dr Cooper of North Carolina sought a divorce from his wife in New York City mayor's office. He claimed she would not obey his commands, insisting the mayor grant the divorce though the mayor has no such power. The exchange highlights masculine supremacy norms in the encounter.
The document outlines a proposed amendment to the Ohio constitution in 1904 1905 introducing Article XVII with sections on election timing and term lengths for governor lieutenant governor attorney general secretary of state treasurer supreme and circuit court judges common pleas judges probate court judges county township municipal officials and board of public works. It details vacancies filled by the governor and general election timing rules and cites adoption by the General Assembly with Secretary Lewis C. Laylin’s certification.
Paris reports a new remedy claiming to cure consumption with Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. W H McKee’s drug store offers it at 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free, praised by W T YoGee of Vanieer Tennessee after fourteen years of coughing.
An exhausted woman struggles to eat work or rest and is urged to try Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for stronger nerves and richer blood. The product is offered in tea or tablets for 85 cents.
A terse aphorism suggests appearances fail to conceal inner vice as social polish hides true character. The line implies public decorum cannot mask moral flaw in high society.
An old time ad promotes lister's and Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea claiming remedies for headache fatigue upset stomach and lack of appetite. The note mentions Cline's and Oline's pharmacies offering the product at 85 cents and promises beautified complexion and health.
A concise reflection notes that tackling large tasks often seems simpler than completing small ones. The saying contrasts effort and focus, suggesting bigger goals can align motivation and progress more effectively. The author presents a practical mindset for handling varied workloads.
Excursions offered via Ohio Central Lines on July 4 5 and 6 by the Ohio Grain Dealers Association and the Wholesale and Retail Coal Dealers Association with return tickets valid until July 10. Another trip July 10 to 14 for the Ohio State Bar Association convention with return until July 17.
Owen Meredith files to be undersigned commissioner for Insolvents in Athens county Ohio seeking release from imprisonment under the Insolvent Debtors act. A certificate allows him to appear before the Probate Court on July 8 1905 at 1 pm to further pursue the application as prescribed by law, E T Rose Commissioner.
An advertisement offers a topical ointment for itching bleeding or prolapsing piles and related conditions. It claims a refund if the remedy fails to cure any case, with a 14 day trial and money-back guarantee. The notice mentions the St. Louis Missouri address for sample requests.
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