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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
12
Miss Nellie Condon of Brooklyn writes praising Peruna as an ideal spring tonic. She details improved cough and steady relief from nervous prostration caused by catarrh after using Peruna, noting no narcotics and no habit formation. Address from Dry Hartman of Columbus ends the endorsement.
Mrs Hattie Hamilton of Sparta Kentucky says after taking two bottles and starting a third she gained from 102 to 120 pounds ending at age 33. She praises Peruna for its good effects and says she recommended it to others including her 76 year old mother who improved after two bottles.
The text touts Peruna as a spring tonic to brace nerves invigorate the brain and cleanse blood. It cites thousands of letters claiming curative value for nervous depression and run down conditions with patient testimonials from Mrs Rhoda Stufflebeam of Bunch Iowa noting long catarrh and throat issues worsened under physicians care.
Mrs. Glass of Cincinnati visits her brother O M Lovell while Charles Perry returns from St. Marys on business Ira Noyes breaks his arm wrestling with boys and stays with J W Cecil. Mrs. Wilson Walker from Atchison Kansas returns home after two weeks with relatives in the community. Ernest Adair leaves for Pittsburg to join Westinghouse. Nellie Cartig visits her sister in Richmond and will be away several weeks. F Phillips returns from Columbus where he studied at Ohio State University. Several locals travel to Athens and Columbus for visits. The county plans to remove the old Sunday Creek bridge on Railroad street and extend Madison street to reconnect Main. Mrs C M Clarke hosts six oclock dinner for Mrs Elmo Herbert and guests. The funeral of John S LeFever held, interment at Chester Hill. he is the father of Mrs John Clarke.
Dr. B C Vorhes returns home after Columbus visit. Duffee and family hosted by Marshfield relatives. Crooks of Columbus and Bean family visit Athens. Duffee clan from Colorado Springs and Marshfield join J H Duffee group. Morse visits Athens. Oral Stevens visits Nelsonville. Harvey Williams and family visit Graham Chapel. Wyatt family visits Athens. Friday events: band concert lecture at M E church and dance draw solid attendance.
A short notice praises NIJA as a delightful perfume favored by Athenians. Described as near perfect, the ad urges purchase at Henderson-Crider Drug Co with a price of 50 cents per ounce dated 6-12-43.
Mrs Dyson and daughter Lucile ended a two weeks visit with friends at Columbus Harrisburg and London and returned home Sunday. Mr J N Lortz left for Columbus to visit his brother for a few days and attend the K P conclave at Toledo before returning. Mr and Mrs William Cecil of Bre-
Peruna never fails to prevent spring catarrh or nervous prostration if taken in time. The statement emphasizes early use to ward off seasonal ailments and associated fatigue.
Messrs T A Wilson and C H Hesse spent Sunday with relatives in Roseville. A J Munden was a business visitor in Athens last week. Miss Thea Culver returned home after attending the State Sunday School Convention at Marietta. Mr and Mrs Harry Dupler of Corning visited with Mr L C Curfman. Mrs D W Wallace was called to Athens for the funeral of her cousin Samuel Cooley who drowned in Indiana. Col Tutt visits to promote the Athens Nelsonville Glouster Traction. Mayor Hugh Gormley and two sons visited Athens last week. Epworth League lawn fete at Dr W A Pride residence raised funds. Blanche Jones directed an entertaining portion. about two hundred people attended.
Miss Estella Robinson visits Athens while Mrs. Edith Whitmore of Point Pleasant stays with sister Mrs. Scott Duncan. Miss Clara Moore from Nelsonville visits parents here. Children’s Day services at the M. E. church concluded successfully. An ice cream social at the M. E. church is planned for Saturday evening June 16 with all invited.
Torch Miss Daisy Botkin of Columbus is visiting relatives here. Haddon Dye and E A Parkinson attended the Boxwell Commencement of Carthage township and were guests of Harrison Dye. Richard Nixon returned from a visit with his son Fred at Wellston. Mrs Bird Kemp of Cincinnati visits her mother Mrs T W Jones. The remains of Joseph Palmer, who died near Proctor West Virginia, were brought here for interment. He was twenty six and formerly lived here. Funeral services were led by Rev Mr Carroll of Coolville. Rev A E Parkinson will preach at Vanderhoof church next Sunday. James Scarlett finished repairing and painting the Baptist church. Charles Daugherty of Chauncey was the recent guest of his father, Roser t.
Daugherty returns to his home on Monday as Mr. and Mrs. Yockey of Cairo West Virginia visit the Baker family and other relatives in the area.
W D Holmes reports his twelve year old step daughter Nellie McGee bitten on Sunday evening while visiting the Warren home in Hocking. The bite appears minor but prompts consideration of Pasteur Institute treatment as officials monitor a possibly rabid dog linked to a prior incident. Officials urge watching the dog for signs and caution the public about dog safety amidst rabies fears.
General Manager C. L. Jones of the Athens County Home Telephone Company received a 100 drop No. 10 North Switchboard from Athens State Hospital today. He will install it at the Jerseyville plant, modernizing the switchboard and boosting the plant to one of the county's best equipped small operations.
London society and political elites gathered at Dorchester House for Ambassador and Mrs Reid's dinner and reception honoring Representative and Mrs Nicholas Longworth. King Edward attended and paid marked attention to President Roosevelt daughter, signaling esteem for the United States and the president. Guests included cabinet ministers, leaders from both parties, and prominent diplomats.
The Amesville chapter of the Order of Eastern Star sent delegates to the Athens chapter inspection on Monday night. Attending were Mrs. Cellars Mr and Mrs R V King Mrs Henry Mrs Carpenter Miss Lucy Dunbar Miss Emia Patterson Mrs Edward Gifford Mrs A L Ogg Miss Bessie Ogg Mrs Frank Gibson Mrs Troutfeller and George C Dyson.
Thaddeus A Frost died at his father's home on Spruce Run near Broadwell on Thursday June 7 at age 55. Born April 5 1851 near Coolville, he lived his entire life in the county. Appendicitis is given as the cause. Survived by his aged father and three brothers. sympathy extended to the family and friends.
Sundry groups held decoration day across the county. Mohawk Tribe 174 and Pocahontas auxiliary led a morning graveside ceremony at the new cemetery with the Athens Juvenile Band. Afternoon services united Athens Eagles, Red Men, G A R and Spanish-American War veterans at Clark's Chapel.
A reminiscence highlights lasting moments preserved in memory. The piece reflects on notable years, people, and events that shaped personal and community history. It celebrates enduring images and the impact they left on readers.
Audience at the Athens Opera House Saturday will view a dramatic San Francisco panorama set against the April dawn. The films depict the city’s shock and destruction, with the Palace Hotel and Call Building tumbling, Chinatown rookeries, and major blocks crumbling as debris fills the streets. The scene promises a unforgettable spectacle.
Miss Clara L Frey of Lima, guest of Mr. and Mrs. J D Foster, has returned to her home Monday evening.
Mrs. John G. Wilson of Indianapolis is visiting as a guest of Dr. and Mrs. C. McDougall. The social detail notes hospitality arrangements and the cordial hosting by the McDougalls.
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