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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1908
Page
4
In a political note the Messenger and Herald discusses William Jennings Bryan's likely nomination and defeat. It compares opinion in major papers like the New York World and Washington Post and argues Democrats should not be offended by contrary forecasts. It asserts Bryan’s renomination chances are uncertain and improbable.
The note suggests in playful terms that women who did not marry in June could still take out licenses in July or even January, implying flexible timing for weddings.
Despite twelve Chicagoans dying from heat in the past week, the city’s newspapers still praise Chicago as a premier singer resort. The items highlight cultural appeal and resilience amid tragedy, emphasizing entertainment and civic spirit.
The Bryan campaign plans to use phonograph records loaded with Hearst style relief speeches, arguing the populace has already heard Bryan’s voice in the first rendition and question the novelty of this tactic.
Athens county residents avoided fatalities during the Fourth while Ohio cities faced fatalities and destruction. State leading newspapers urge enacting a law to ban sale of dangerous fireworks statewide, aiming to curb hazardous explosives without infringing on youth freedoms.
In Lancaster on Monday night a large crowd attended the honor to Hon. A L Vorys. The Eagle criticized speakers for partisan references though Grosvenor’s remarks about the national election drew pushback. The piece defends the remarks as lighthearted and notes the overall jolly mood and mixed wounds among attendees.
Mr. Bryan declares a Denver platform draft will omit a 16 to 1 free coinage of silver line and will not include any sentence advocating government ownership of railroads. The statement signals a restrained stance on key monetary and public ownership issues.
Even now the Jun bridegrooms are beginning to wonder what theories promulgated the impractical idea that two can live just as cheaply as one.
The piece observes that men can always find work if they want it but many refuse due to picky requirements about type, pay, and hours. It argues this leads to hardship on families as spouses and children must hustle or go hungry.
The ad claims falling hair is caused by germs at the roots and promises to destroy these germs with Ayer's Hair Vigor new improved formula. It asserts the product does not change hair color and that nature will finish the restoration.
An advertisement from the J. C. Ayer Co. Lowell Massachusetts touts Ayer's Hair Vigor as a cure for dandruff. It urges readers to consult their doctor and follow his instructions, claiming germs on the scalp cause dandruff and the product destroys them.
The text notes a great week for Mr. Bryan as he holds a convention in Denver and nominates himself for the presidency. It mentions an anti Bryan Democrat blocked from the convention hall.
The piece notes that Bryan pursued bimetallism antiimperialism and railroad ownership but all were dropped without law. It warns against jumping to conclusions and urges hearing both sides before judging, using tales of a child and neighbors to illustrate delays in acting on incomplete stories.
The discourse questions the value of formal ecards of thanks after illness or death suggesting informal personal notes better express gratitude. It notes critics view such notices as sterile and impersonal while others see them as a public acknowledgment of kindness.
Chicago public schools adopted a simple uniform dress plan for thirty three girl graduates. Materials were bought and the pupils, guided by a sewing teacher, made their own frocks costing about $2 each. Each outfit features a kilted skirt jumper and a white guimpe trimmed with lace and medallions.
The Cleveland Leader notes an ex convict ridiculing Taft as untrustworthy and saying Roosevelt’s methods to push Taft’s nomination were demoralizing. The piece criticizes Bryan bearing the burden of backing the Kansas jailbird.
Count Zeppelin leads the airship on a 220 mile round trip from Lake Constance to Lacerne and back. The craft reached 2,500 feet altitude while performing evolutions over Zurich and the lake before returning to Friederichshafen.
Local residents hosted relatives from Wellston Porterfield Chauncey and Pittsburgh visiting for several days. Recounts include reunions at Montgomery home, Fourth of July gatherings and a balloon sighting between Zurich and Constance.
A rye of short notices lists residents and visitors across Nyetown, Chauncey, and nearby towns. Names include Carl Nye in Wes terville, Chas Miller and Wayne, Henry Dew family, Elmer Dewey in Sand Run, Lelia Nye in Charleston, Carlos Koons in Albany, Belle Dewey, Harvey Nye, J A Long, M A Preston, Jesse Henry, Hazel, Will Dewey, Myrtle Wilson, Eddie Spears, A Jackson, and the Linscott family, with church Bible classes at the Christian church each Thursday.
The council met last evening to adjourn until next Monday evening. Bids on a bond will be opened Monday noon. That same evening the council will pass the semiannual appropriation ordinance.
A temperance speech advertised for the Glorious Fourth clashes with a dry town atmosphere, seen as an insult to the civic norms and celebrations. The remark suggests the event is incongruous with local sobriety laws and customs.
The Post Office Department warns local road officials in Pennsylvania that rural free delivery must end if roads aren’t improved. Despite notices, many roads remain deplorable, and rural carriers continue to deliver over unacceptable routes. Stopping delivery on a few routes could spur road improvements.
If the new fire team cannot locate a tire, it may stir up significant dust when connected to the new street sweeper, potentially hindering operation and visibility.
A brief notice notes Mr. Bryan appears to struggle selecting a running mate. The fragment hints at uncertainty in the 19th century political maneuvering around potential nominees and coalition aims.
The piece argues Joseph KR Burton once a Republican senator convicted of a felony now supports Bryan. It notes his jail term and public exposure, framing his endorsement as surprising and politically awkward for Bryan. The tone remains opinionated and partisan.
An old Humphreys advertisement touts cures for sore throat and coughs, digestive issues, kidney bladder disorders, skin diseases, and more. It claims remedies for pregnancies, indigestion, diarrhea, and various ailments, offered by Humphreys Medicine Co. at William and John Streets, New York, with mail order payment.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Graff and their small son depart for Parkersburg to spend the Fourth with Albert Graff's brother Ernest. The item notes remedies for the baby's croup and minor ailments with Dr. Thomas Electric Oil as a household remedy.
The remains of Mrs. Lydia Baird Brown wife of Herbert T. Brown were brought to Athens Sunday and laid to rest near her youth. The funeral was Sunday at 2 pm at Mrs Henry T. Brown's home West Washington street with interment in the new cemetery. She died Saturday shortly after noon in a Kansas City hospital. Her brother was Waldo Baird of Canaanville. Relatives and friends from Athens and distant areas attended.
Dec Clark, a prominent Albany wool-buyer, was seriously injured when he fell from a second-story window of the Hotel Wolf at Zaleski while asleep.
The Common Pleas Court met Monday morning after a two week recess and finished remaining matters before adjourning at noon. Final adjournment is set for July 27.
R. D. Williams, editor of Gazette and county chairman for Postmaster Bryson, has been appointed Chief Clerk in the Excise tax department of the state auditor's office. He began duties July 1 at a salary of $1500 per year.
Rather Siow. The new automobile law of Otho does not seem to bring the results for which i Was passed as quickly an ticipated. It is estimated that there are 30,000 such machines in Ohio, yet, at last accounts, only about 500 own ers had responded. In addition there are 2,000 chaffeurs and 500 manufac turers and dealers in this state.
Miss Grace Goddard leaves Sunday for Columbus and Lakeside to spend a week with friends before continuing to New York City.
An Ohio man G J Stevers reports catheter cure after using Hyomei inhalant two bottles to treat chronic catarrh. Henderson-Crider Drug Co guarantees cure or money back and says it also treats asthma bronchitis hay fever coughs and colds. Complete Hyomel outfit costs 1 99 with refills 50 cents.
Hugh Laughlin aged 82 died Saturday evening at his home on Wolf street from paralysis and heart trouble. Survived by three children Mrs Edward Borman Miss Daisy Laughlin and Alfred Laughlin his wife having died three years ago. Funeral held Monday at 10 at home with Rev Boden officiating. Interment at Quailtrap cemetery.
William Ring of the Goldsberry harness shop has been named deputy oil inspector for Athens and Hocking counties. The appointment will occupy part of his time and the position pays between 400 and 500 dollars annually.
Ad promotes Kidney Cure with a money back guarantee. Product claims relief for back aches and offers a refund if not satisfied. Includes company name Henderson-Crider Drug Co and a price cue 7-7x2.
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