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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
4
The piece critiques secrecy in the Athens County Republican process surrounding nomination for state senator Ed Evans and the Rose and Sites tickets. It argues against machine control, urges open primaries, warns of party dictation, and notes shifting loyalties amid national temperance and election tensions.
The piece debates county local option in Nelsonville Glouster and Athens County dry status with York and Trimble townswet for now. It argues enforcement challenges and questions if a countywide vote would truly curb liquor sales or only sealyr it in dry areas.
After the congressional convention Athens county Republicans may have all primaries for a new central committee. The slogan will be This is what we promised and this is what we will perform. The ticket will have been nominated by that time and there will be no need for a central committee.
The text argues Bryson uses a sub committee of the executive committee to push for another primary election and accuses him of delaying public input. It contends Douglas will likely be renominated by a machine driven convention without voters having a say and predicts shifting political tides.
Rose county passes local option into county hands while governor offers no veto. The piece questions tax impact, liquor sales, and county duties, then shifts to Republican politics, dog control debates, and concerns over nomination processes and party machinery in multiple counties.
A discussion notes that a local option law lacks public support and enforcement. Arrests under it are rare or ineffective, with violators going unpunished, highlighting the law’s obsolescence and weak authority in the county.
The Toledo Blade notes Kentucky shifts as Bradley, a Republican and former governor, is elected to the U S Senate by a Democratic legislature split over Beckham. Bradley’s rise follows a dry-by-county stance and recent state political realignments.
It is declared probable that the bill to create a volunteer retired list on the pension rolls will be reported favorably by the House Committee on Military Affairs. A favorable report under existing session conditions may mean passage. If enacted the pension expenses of the government will rise to about $6,000,000 annually.
A fragment suggests the economy shows a renewed prosperity wave yet mirrors the risk of stalling as if reversing gear had been misset. The tone hints at a cautious outlook with conflicting signals about growth and stability.
The note implies night riders could trigger the president to delay a hunting holiday planned in Kentucky’s tobacco belt. Authorities may be monitoring threats while local communities brace for possible disturbances.
A fragment notes several senators riskily suggest using floating mines to disrupt the Aldrich currency bill's progress. The item hints at bold opposition within Congress and potential strategic moves affecting financial legislation.
The article states there is nothing to report after the Democratic primaries in Louisville as results are in and no further coverage appears needed.
Nelsonville Ohio on March 4 held its regular monthly council meeting with President H D Kreig presiding. Mayor Wells presented February’s report showing three ordinance violations, total fines and costs 29.35 dollars, and several infrastructure items discussed for High Street sidewalk grade, sewer and water extensions, and street improvements.
Advertises Dr. Pierce with claims that Favorite Prescription benefits nursing and expectant mothers, overburdened women, and those with weakness, offering a purée glyceric extract from native roots. Includes Lotion Tablets and Antiseptic Suppositories, price 25 cents, and request for further details from Dr. R V Pierce, Buffalo NY.
Barrows and Johnson voted for the motion while Kreig Mason Miner and Mooks opposed it the motion failed. The council adjourned until Monday evening March 16 with no new business. Gulley’s resignation was not acted on and awaits the next meeting amid expected appointment fights.
Thomas Tresize spent days in Gloucester as guest of grandson Roy Price and wife. Mrs Ollie Baker visited her parents Charley and Mrs Tresize. Roea Calvert and sister Myrtle visited Athens, Earl Bean also visited Athens. Vera Bean and Mary Bean visited Owen Riley family near Canaanville. Isaac Efan improves after illness. Funeral of Wade Starkey infant held at Guysville. Charley Mansfield of Athens visiting Edward Bean. Gay McGinty and brother of Stewart called on friends. Guy Bean returned to Athens after visiting here.
Keasy and Bombardiers Grocery at 231 Dean Avenue advertises savings on staples. They offer canned goods, 20 lbs sugar for $1, flour 60 to 70 cents per sack, and special prices on rendered lard in 10 pound pails for limited days. C. H. Roach signs the notice.
Call and see Mrs Chappelear for up to date millinery at greatly reduced prices. Located at 16 South Court Street.
A local ad announces cleaning and pressing services at Joe Johnson's Press Slop located over Fulton’s grocery store offering cleaning, pressing, and repair of garments.
Hastings handles Standard Furniture and Globe Wernicke book cases as part of a showroom or sale event. Both phone contacts are listed for inquiries and orders. The record notes brand names and product types prominent in the display.
First class pictures at reasonable prices. Call to see weekly offers. Some very good photos at $1.00 per dozen. Located at 14 West Union Street.
An advertisement extols Y. C. Loos as a good place to buy jewelry and highlights C. Loos as the jeweler. The copy emphasizes quality and trust in the local shop.
A hardware shop invites buyers to learn about the Petaluma incubator and its benefits. If unable to visit, customers can request a catalogue by mail.
An appeals style notice promotes the Dye Works offering dry cleaning benefits for ladies and gentlemen. It urges readers to consider the reasons and then act, with a phone contact for more information.
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