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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1903
Page
4
The page blends humorous aphorisms, a science note on sun exposure, Ohio history snippets, a public notice about the hook bug, and an editor attribution. It weaves social quips with a mock scientific tale about violet light and smallpox scars, then shifts to Ohio’s Centennial folklore and a call to charity regarding laziness.
When nerves are shattered one cannot think or sleep. Dr. A W Chase’s Nerve Pills claim to rebuild the nervous system and supply missing life force. A testimonial from M B Mullen of Athens credits relief from nervous prostration sleeplessness and dizziness after using the pills sold at Henderson’s drug store. Each box features the portrait and signature of A W Chase M D.
Advertisement seeking a reliable man to deliver and collect with a horse and wagon. $150 deposit required. Wage is 21 per week plus expenses. Permanent position. Franklin Box 78 Philadelphia Pa. July 9-w?
The Ohio weed law requires cutting weeds on country and township roads and village streets three times a year. Supervisors and marshals must ensure cutting between June 15 and 30, a second time between August 1 and 5, and a third between September 15 and 30. Failing to act incurs a fifteen dollar fine. The statute covers brush briars Canada thistles and other noxious weeds and calls for enforcement nationwide.
Committees representing the Methodist Protestant United Brethren and Congregational churches agreed on a plan to unite the three denominations. Dr Washington Gladden of the Congregational church in Columbus and Dr W M Weekly of the United Brethren church were named to present the proposal to their respective governing bodies. Next year the churches will meet and a circular letter will be sent to ministers to inform their flocks.
The note lists a $1.25 round trip from Gauley Bridge West Virginia to Gauley Bridge via Ohio Central Lines. Train departs Ahrens at 6:35 a.m. and returns from Gauley Bridge at 1:00 p.m.
In Marshfield, L. E. Hunter owns a copy of the New England Primer, an early school book used for generations alongside Bible lessons. The Primer, printed in various forms since 1601 or earlier, featured John Rogers burnings, catechism, and rhymes, shaping New England youth before fading from cities but persisting in villages.
A testimonial from J. R. Rhea of Coppell Texas describes chronic catarrh of the stomach caused by indigestion. He credits Kodo Dyspepsia Cure with relief after doctors and medicines failed, and notes Cilne's Pharmacy as the seller.
Frederika Iowa July 13 Mr A S Grover describes his severe kidney trouble with frequent nightly urination and swelling. After trying many remedies he used Dodd's Kidney Pills and gained eight pounds in two months with no more nightly urination. He says ten boxes cured him and urges others with kidney and urinary disorders to try the remedy.
A study finds the largest share of personal crisis reports occur among people aged 30 to 40. Analysts note this group shows greater exposure to stressors and life transitions compared with other ages.
McKee drug store offers a risk free purchase of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with money back guarantee if not satisfied after use. Advertises it as the most successful bowel remedy and universally admitted as reliable. Also notes Carnegie Steel Company’s new plate rolling mill as the world’s largest.
The advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy that turns weakness into strength and lethargy into energy, claiming they improve health. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by W H McKee. It also notes Thomas A Edison will showcase inventions at the St Louis World’s Fair.
An advertisement argues that both physical weakness and digestive illness handicap effort. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and digestion disorders, offering free bottles and a money-back claim for testimonial authenticity, plus a free Common Sense Medical Adviser with payment of mailing costs.
Logan Journal reports a new Lancaster Logan and Nelsonville railroad company incorporated in Columbus with Logan investors. Officers were elected, right of way work begins, and plans target electric operations with cars expected to run from Lancaster to the valley next summer.
The text proclaims Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a foundation for health by aiding digestion and transforming foods into nourishing blood. It asserts indigestion and stomach disorders are cured by Kodol and notes it is sold by Cline's Pharmacy. It also mentions a proposed railroad in China from Canton to Hankow spanning 600 miles through a dense population.
A southern negro preacher claims volcanic disasters stem from the earth’s axels needing grease. He argues petroleum was placed inside at creation, The Standard Oil Company drilled holes, causing the earth to seize, creating a hot box and railway train analogy to tragedy.
A series of notices from Athens county Republicans announces candidates for county treasurer recorder commissioner coroner and representative subject to upcoming primary elections. Names include F nsterwald Crawford Golden Riley McLaughlin Carpenter Danford Johnson Lane and others across Glouster Nelsonville Floodwood and Athens.
Electors of the Republican party in Athens County Ohio are notified to meet in their townships wards and precincts to nominate by ballot officers for the November 1903 election. Balloting will follow the Australian system as provided by Ohio law. W B Sisson Chairman A G Henry Secretary.
The post office at Athens Ohio lists uncalled letters dated Monday July 6 for Athey Alice A Andrews J D Karnes Miss Mary Brooks Wm F Brown Wm Black Diamond Coal Co Burkems Edward Bush J W Conway Ruth Fulton John Harrington Wm Hawkins P W Hudson Miles Hunt Al H Jordan John Lafferty James Miller Wm D Mansfield Gusta Silver Willie Rutherford Bert Taylor Geo A Tinker Mary two Watkins Louise M Wetzel Fred Wise Frank Wither Louise. Persons calling for the above must say they were advertised. D Gist Postmaster.
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