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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1908

Page

3

Ohio Taft Delegate Breaks Ranks In Taft Campaign

Zane W. Burley of Ohio’s Eleventh District publicly declares he will not back Taft at the convention despite instructions. The move shocks Taft allies as Athens County’s Clinton Poston and Rep. Albert Douglas react with surprise amid bold Taft resolutions from the district.

Taft Ohio Foraker Burley Owe & Eat Arthur J. Vorys Bolter Clinton L. Poston Athens County Eleventh Albert Douglas

Stewart Victory Tightens Stewart Team’s Streak

Stewart Ohio won 3 to 2 at Amesville in a muddy contest. White started pitching but was pulled after five by Davis who limited Amesville to one hit in the last five innings. Heston pitched fairly for Amesville but gave up several DASBES. Stewart now has fifteen wins in eighteen games. Runs by Copeland White Gibson Tinker Struck out totals and batter- ies credited to White Davis Dean Heston Gibson.

White Stewart Davis Heston Amesville Amenville Copeland Gibson Tinker Dean

Williams Guests of Ezra Walker in Jackson

Mr and Mrs D W Williams of Jackson attend commencement as guests of Ezra Walker on West Washington street.

D. W. Williams Jackson Ezra Walker West Washington Street

No Court Until July 6 Memorandum by Judge Weed

Common Pleas Court was adjourned Monday by Judge Weed until Monday July 6. Monday morning focused on clearing odds and ends and by noon the docket was largely cleared.

Common Pleas Court Weed

Plan Big Time On The Fourth Golden Anniversary in Nelsonville

Nelsonville Ohio gears up for a grand Fourth of July celebration with merchants organizing events including greased pole pig races balloon ascents and fireworks. Hock-Hocking Lodge No 339 I C O F marks its fifty year golden anniversary with open tent speeches a noon dinner and an evening supper. A parade 4 30 pm and plenty of music, speeches, and open shops complete the day.

Albany guest Lena Bowers studies music in Cincinnati

Miss Lena Bowers of Albany visits Mrs. Nelle Kern then leaves for Cincinnati to pursue a course at the Conservatory of Music.

Lena Bowers Albany Nelle Kern Cincinnati Conservatory of Music

Carletons Attend Commencement as Guests of Warrens

Dr and Mrs John Carleton of Columbus arrived Monday to attend commencement and are the guests of Mr and Mrs Jesse Warren. The Carletons are noted as members of the class of 88.

John Carleton Columbus Jesse Warren

Arrest in Amesyville for Adultery Cohabitation

In Amesyville on June 16 Marion Ellis faced Squire Gibson after neighbors complained about Mrs. Nettie Pratt of Armdale. Ellis pled guilty to cohabiting in adultery, was fined 18 dollars, paid, and left town vowing to abandon Bern township.

Amesyville Nettie Pratt Armdale Marion Ellis Ellis Squire Gibson Pratt Ells Bern Township

Columbus Visitor Carl Adams Spotted Sunday

Carl Adams was seen visiting Columbus on Sunday, prompting local residents to note his presence and activity in the area.

Carl Adams Columbus

Many Changes at Court House

The second floor offices in the county court house undergo extensive repairs and tile floors. Probate Judge Lynch and the marriage license bureau move to hallways as work continues. County Recorder Richards offices are measured for new cases and tile floors laid. Fireproof filing cases to be installed. overall improvement aims to safeguard county documents.

County Recorder Richards Court House

Ohio school law updates raise teacher pay and extend school terms

Ohio lawmakers amend sections to require elementary schools run at least 32 weeks annually and allow eight month operations with potential fines for noncompliance. County examiners gain new pay scales and clerks receive enhanced compensation for Boxwell tests. New certificate provisions allow longer valid certificates across counties and boards may issue certain renewals without reexamination.

R. S.S Boards of Education Board of Education Boards of Examiners

Lost Two Fingers at Nelsonville Brick Plant

In Nelsonville Ohio on June 16 John Davis a 17 year old worker at the Nelsonville Brick Company's lower plant lost two fingers of his right hand when they were caught in a cut off machine. Davis had about two years of service as scrap man and the accident followed another injury at the same plant within a week.

Nelsonville Young Davis Davis Dr. Hydes Office

What Women Are Doing In Politics And Elections

Mrs. Harriet Hood of Thermopolis has been elected as an alternate to the National convention by the Wyoming State Democratic Convention. In Belgium a victory for women gains the right to testify in civil suits after long antiquated laws. Bellevue Idaho voters see a nurse at the polls to care for babies while mothers vote. The election is close and measures are taken to aid women voters with carriages and a purse for infant care.

Harriet Hood Thermopolis Wyoming Belgium Bellevue Idaho

Santa Floria cigarette price and source details

Santa Floria for sale at Henderson Crider Drug Co. price is $1.00 for a box of 50. Made of pure Havana tobacco. Crider Drug Co. may be the retailer. 6-17x2 referencing a date or catalog code.

Havana Tobacco Henderson Crider Drug Co

Epworth League Holds Eighteenth Marietta District Meeting

The eighteenth annual convention of the Marietta District Epworth League will meet at the First M. E. Church in Marietta on Thursday and Friday June 18 and 19. Delegates are allocated by chapter with one delegate per thirty members, and outsiders are expected. The first session starts after 1 PM Thursday with committee appointments. District cabinet includes Rev. W. V. Dick, C. R. Williamson, and others from Marietta, Glouster, Nelsonville, McArthur, Gilcuster, and Athens. The program is fully arranged and promises special interest.

Marietta Districtworth League M. E. Church of Marietta W. V. Dick C. R. Williamson Bessie Curfman

Cautionary Health Note on Piles and Quick Remedies

Warns that neglected piles may lead to cancer and urges prompt treatment. Recommends mixing six drops of carbolic acid with one dram of Zotan and 1202 of Zine Ointment, apply nightly for relief and a permanent cure.

Ruggist

Hoover returns for Harvard commencement as history professor

T. N. Hoover, a history professor and member of the class of 1905, arrived Monday evening to participate in Harvard commencement ceremonies.

T. N. Hoover Harvard

Woman's Backache and Feminine Health Remedy

The passage describes backache as a key signal of female health issues and lists accompanying symptoms such as nervousness headaches and pelvic pain. It asserts a single remedy rapidly removes the cause and restores the feminine organism to health.

Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Promises Relief

Advert reads testimonials from Mrs Will Young of Rockland Maine and Mrs Augustis Lyon of East Earl Pennsylvania praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for backaches and related female disorders. The ad claims the remedy has been a standard cure for thirty years helping with displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities and digestive issues.

Will Young Columbia Ave Rockland Lydia Pinkham Augustis Lyon East Earl

Miss Lively Wins Prize In University Oratorical Show

The annual Philomathean and Athenian contest at University Auditorium featured nine speakers and student performers. Miss Ora Lively won first prize, Mr. Alford took second, and Mr. Northup earned third. Prizes of 65, 40, and 25 dollars were donated by J. D. Brown and President Alston Ellis.

Mr. Alford Mr. Northup Will E. Alderman H. E. Cromer Mies Ora ©. Lively R Ray Bolton A. 8. Northup B. L. Meelroy Ohio Wesleyan University C. C. Middleswart Marietta J. W. McWilliams Miss Lively Alford Northup J. D. Brown Pres. Alston Ellis

A Farewell to the Elopement Club Chronicle

The Elopement club met as one member narrates a bold method to win a husband by enticement and deception. She details tricks of time tables, boat rides, and staged missteps that end in a marriage and public notice, praised by the chair as a clever stratagem. Rosalie Whiting.

Eged Rosalie Whiting

Welchs’ Grandson Visiting From New York City

John J. Welch Jr son of Mr and Mrs John J Welch of New York City is spending time with his grandparents Major and Mrs J M Welch on University Ter race.

John J. Welch, Jr John J. Welch New York City Major J. M. Welch University Terrace

New Arrival at West Union Street Family

Mr and Mrs J C Lewis of West Union street are parents of a daughter weighing eight pounds born this morning.

J. C. Lewis West Union Street

Long sought man surrenders in serious cutting affray case

Charles Male of Washington county turned himself in to Rome township authorities yesterday. Two years ago he fought with Leonard Feris at Kilvert, leaving Feris cut about the head. Male fled Athens county and evaded officers until now. His hearing is set before Squire Ewer.

Stewart Charles Male Rome Township Male Washington County Leonard Feris Kilvert Athens Cers Squire Ewer

Dalton’s Soon-to-Be Cars Old Shears Highlight Day at OL B Farm

Dalton recently sheared 30 sheep at the OL B farm in a local event noted as a milestone. The moment marks a notable step in Dalton’s ongoing work with livestock and farming tasks.

Dalton le Farm

Local society notes and wedding in Wade area

A fragmented community column notes visits and social events around Wade and Tremble. Mentioned are Grace Rime, Lizzie Wemmer, Mavel Learned, Ruth James, and George Johnson among others. A wedding blessed by Rev. W. H. Athens is recorded, with guests from nearby towns and several local greetings and visits described.

Bett & Ink Tipeig Ravi Nelaonettte George Wade Grace Lizzie Wemmer Wade E 'Baie Maturday And Mik Yerbert Bandas M Fiametle George Johnson Trimble Ruth James Hhia Place W. H. Athens Mise Mavel Colombean Emmery Jacoba Retur Kidens Smith Ville Bunday Mires R. OM. “Miersons al Howard Hern Fe Wemmer Fine Boy

Voters clash over precinct location in Coxville recall

In a disputed 9th precinct election matter residents protest moving polling to nearby Luolviile citing convenience and access. Officials note northeast precinct residence and turnout implications amid tense exchanges and calls for orderly resolution.

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Charley Bryson Johnny-On-The Zane Douglas Chicago William H M. Taft Zane W. Burov The Elev Enth Chames H. Bryson Speedy Bunch Dasbes O. O. F. Lodge Nelsonville, O Great Tory of Ing Lodge No 1. C. O. F. Will Bern Ted Judge Lynch Bureau Auditor’s Office Daunted Nelsonville Brick Company John Davis Santa Floria Epworth League Lydia E. Pinkham Oratory Tween Philomathean Athen Ian Literary Societies University Elizabeth King David Mr. Chas. Schaffler Philomatheans Messia J. P. Abford Rome J. G. Russell Gne Place Mrr MIL Mre Janes Guy White McDougall Carl Welling May Matt Wemmer Grace Kinney Tremble Lena Brown Iimalth Thomas Ross Ascot Baterday Av Coodville Iolao Hoke
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