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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1899

Page

4

Around Athens Enjoying Local Summer Scenery and Healthful Parks

Residents of Athens are urged to stay local during the hot months and enjoy ample city comforts close to nature. The piece highlights the G U Cirpus parks and state hospital grounds with shaded drives, hilltop viewpoints, and scenic ridges along Rockriftle Road east of town, offering a satisfying alternative to distant resorts.

Athens G. U. Cirpus Wri Jani-cape Alps Morrison Noth

Major Welch Authors Ohio Court Decisions Digest

Major Welch announces a new Index Digest of Ohio court decisions published by The Robert Clarke Company, praising its laborious compilation of points from Ohio supreme circuit and common pleas courts. The notice mentions supporting testimonials and its utility for lawyers and judges, noting February or March context as a publication signal.

Johnson MM. Welch Ohio Supreme Circuit and Common Pleas Courts of Mnal Robert Clarke Company Cincinnati

Warhington Letter from the War Department News Desk

The letter reports daily recruiting of nearly 100 volunteers for hard service in the Philippines, with McKinley ready to meet calls. It notes funds flow from the west to the east and anticipates McKinley’s renomination with a larger western majority. Dewey’s upcoming New York harbor reception and his famed Manila Day heroism are praised, along with Senate Miles’ wartime secretary duties and Wilson of Washington predicting McKinley’s reelection and Bryan’s waning eastern support.

Wasuiserox Mclinsey Furth Otis Philippines Tmirector Roberts U.S. Mint Middle West Nebraska Chicago East Europe McKinley Bryan Oetain Brian Wilson Washington Socrats Democratic National SF Sei Emmie

Republican Ticket and Judicial Ticket in State Election

Fragmented OCR lists candidates for state ticket including lieutenant governor John A Caldwell, treasurer Cameron, administer Walter D. Ibningnad, attorney general John M Sheets, judge Davis, Frank Huffman for Public Works. senatorial S Bright. judicial Coultrap. county offices A E Price probate judge, Ed Sayre prosecutor, and others including commissioners and surveyor with various county associations.

John A Caldwell Uamiltont Co Cameron Coladenia Co Walter D. Ibingnad Nei Co ED Sayre

Democratic tariff clash and reform voices in the press

Southern manufacturers report gains while tariff reformers push for trust dismantling. The piece notes shifting Democratic control in the Senate, McLean’s Ohio nomination stance, and Bryan era debates. It questions free coinage and emphasizes irrigation plans and Altgeld’s convention rule change talk.

Sine E Convention Stand Despite Two Thirds Rule

Fragmentary note suggests a political convention where a plan to bend or repeal the two thirds rule is debated. Mentions allies working to enable changes, with uncertainties about the outcome and party support.

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Veteran offers pension contribution to Philippines policy

An old soldier, paid to Spain over the Philippines, drew a pension and offered to contribute 2 per event of it as good faith. Secretary Gaye read his letter at a cabinet meeting. The veteran endorsed the government policy on the Philippines. A check for 25 percent of his last quarter’s pension was included, but the government will not accept it and will return the check with a personal note of thanks from the secretary of the treasury.

Sam Spain Phippines Gaye Philippines Treazors

Women Locked In Court House After Hour Meeting

During a Tuesday night gathering in the prosecuting attorney office, members of the Woman's Relief Corps found the courthouse doors locked and darkness in the corridor. After about an hour and a quarter, J. S. Cline arranged an opening, and the group, including Mrs Vickers and several others, were released without incident.

Woman's Relief Corps Court House Relief Corps Prosecuting Attorneys Cline Vickers Gir Ceemar Gana Marsh Bure

Cruelty to Animals Arrest in Glouster Case

Charles Kelly of Glouster was arrested by Marshal Lawrence on cruelty to animals after returning from Nelsonville where he drove a team while intoxicated. In Glouster Mayor Bryson fined him three dollars and costs, and jail time was set pending payment. Renly is Henry Helly's brother, linked to a recent killing in Green's Run.

Charles Kelly Glouster Athens Marshal Lawrence Parl Dupler & Needy Nelsonville Kelly Bryson Renly Henry Helly Robert Love Green Ren

Yearly Meeting Session to be Held at Coalton Ohio

The annual session of the Ons river yearly meeting will convene in Coalton Ohio on Friday at eleven. Ministers and laymen’s conference the day prior will fully participate. Meetings are to be fully represented across the association with organized gatherings prior to the main meeting.

Ons River Coalton Allwon Cie

B&O W. Sw. to absorb Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern line

An official states the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern railway will not remain independent after receivership ends. It will operate temporarily, then be absorbed by the Baltimore and Ohio. Receivers Harmon and Robinson will leave August 1 as William Greene resumes active management as vice president and general manager.

Ulaltimore & Ohio Southwestern Railway Baltimore & Ohio Road Harmon and Robinson William Greene

Grain-O Drink Promoted as Coffee Substitute for All

Grain-O is described as a delicious nourishing drink to replace coffee. It is said to aid digestion and strengthen nerves, not a stimulant, suitable for children and adults, with a price about five to seven times coffee. Sold by grocers and praised by users for its coffee-like taste when prepared correctly.

Athens County Ohio Districts Created for November 7 1899 Election

County commissioners at their June session divided Athens County into election districts 1 through 6 or more, listing townships Athens Ames Hern Canaan Carthage and others. Voters in each district designate officers to assess and collect taxes and to serve as election supervisors. August and October dates referenced for notices and filings.

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