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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1903
Page
2
A read aloud selection titled Anything on Earth or Under the Sea uses W B S to draw material for the Messer ger and Herald family readers. The piece previews themes and curiosities likely to engage local households this season.
Washington Pa July 16 Rural free mail delivery faces possible discontinuation in many sections due to failed road improvements by farmers. Post office officials warn routes will be halted where roads remain impassable, with carriers compelled to walk long distances this season and winter. County commissioners plan to upgrade 42 miles of highways next year.
In Canaanville on Sunday O H Strahl and Frank Hill Jr claimed the capture of a wild animal sought by local Nimrods. They learned too late the so called prize was a large burdock leaf. A sentence also notes plans to form a Japanese laborer colony to farm Texas rice belts.
Readers learn a plea for Dr. A W Chase's Nerve Pills to restore restful sleep amid restless nights. The notice includes a testimonial from Mrs Rachel Bean of Athens Ohio and shifts to a success story about William E Corey rising from wheelbarrow to president of United States Steel through hard work and self education.
Mrs. Nancy Abner of St. Paul Arkansas describes relief after childbirth and months of illness. She credits Dr Pierce for advice and says five bottles of Favorite Prescription three of Golden Medical Discovery and pieces of Pellets restored her health. She invites others to consult by letter free with privacy guaranteed.
An English miller has successfully tested the vitality of wheat grown in 1839 and carefully preserved since. The achievement suggests remarkable endurance of grain across generations and raises interest in conservation and agricultural history.
Frederika Iowa July 13 A Grover reports a kidney trouble recovery after using Dodd's Kidney Pills gaining eight pounds in two months and ending nightly urination. He cites success in other cases and urges sufferers to try the remedy. Catarrh of the stomach also described with indigestion and relief from Kodol Dyspepsia Care. Cilne's Pharmacy sells both medicines.
Governor Durbin ordered recall of militia from Evansville Friday as funerals were held for seven victims. A grand jury began testimony on the public safety incident while 200 Black refugees reached Mt. Vernon seeking shelter and safety.
McKee's drug store offers a money back guarantee on Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. No risk purchase and satisfaction assured. Widely claimed as most successful bowel remedy, praised as pleasant safe and reliable.
Italian clerics regard Cardinal Van Nutelli as the most probable choice to succeed Pope Leo. The outlook centers on his broad support within the clergy and the Vatican leadership’s cautious optimism.
Multiple notices announce candidacies for county offices in Athens County subject to the Republican primary. Franks Finsterwald for Treasurer, A J Crawford for Representative, M F Seward for County Commissioner, John McLaughlin for County Commissioner, Dan W Johnson for Coroner.
Between noon and six pm Central Standard time on the day, voters nominate by ballot for the November 1903 election officers including Representative, Sheriff, Treasurer, Recorder, Commissioner, Infirmary Director, Coroner, and one Central Committeeman per township ward and precinct. Balloting uses the Australian system per Ohio general election laws. W. B. Sisson, Chairman. A. G. Henry, Secretary.
Advert says Dr. King’s New Life Pills turn weakness into strength and listlessness into energy. It claims to build health and mental power and offers boxes for 25 cents, sold by W H McKee.
Village assessors found 130 carriages valued at 1579 dollars and 20 dogs with two bitches despite a dog ordinance. No mules, and 58 dogs noted. Several areas show no carriages or watches owned, including Bern and Albany regions, with a note suggesting a watch dealer seek land office business.
Secretary Moody orders the warship Bancroft to proceed to Venezuela and demand the return of five American steamers held by revolutionary forces with force if necessary.
The history traces unprec edented vicissitudes and high hopes in the Panama Canal project. It notes Ferdinand de Lesseps’s dangers and Americans' promise to complete the ship canal across the Isthmus, detailing a total length of about fifty miles and an estimated construction cost of 144 million dollars.
Representatives of 5 000 descend ants gathered in Salem Massachusetts on the fourth day, assembling for a noted gathering.
The advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Care as foundational for health by aiding digestion and transforming foods into nourishing blood. It claims to cure indigestion and stomach disorders and notes sale at Cline's Pharmacy.
Summer excursion season nears with special rates to conventions and pleasure resorts. Readers are reminded they can secure lower fares by booking early and using available discounts through the issuing agency.
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