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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1883
Page
7
A traveler recalls riding through Guatemala where a string of six mules led by a cap horse toppled down a 500 foot ravine. Each mule kicked as the line collapsed, and the rider shouted as the crash dragged the others. The scene ends with the mass of mules still kicking amid the valley.
Illinois lawmakers consider several road improvement bills but a New York commentator notes statutes alone cannot make good roads. He quotes a Syracuse speaker praising local residents on the Geddes to Camillus route for their ongoing maintenance and use of gravel and quality materials. The key is public spirit and active citizen duty to open and maintain roads beyond land boundaries.
An old tale says Louis Blancs cat waited on the stairs for his return from the deputies chamber each evening and starved itself after his death. A former schoolmate recalls her friend’s husband, once noted for fast habits, now a sober man who stayed out all night.
Letters from users across Indiana Ohio Pennsylvania and Vermont praise Peruna for indigestion liver and heart-related symptoms. Testimonials cite improved health after use and include a Senate leadership note about Senator Emm... (truncated)
A humorous tale by Hon. Neal Dow about a rat proof house, a letter to rats urging them to move, and the attic mischief plus a remark on arsenic and quinine. Also notes on a pickle thief raccoon, Hunt's Remedy for fever and ague, and a Payne manuscript rumor with playful quips about health and youth.
Public urged to visit H. K. Dorr's Drug Store for a 10 cent trial bottle of Dr. King's New Discovery for throat and lung ailments. A New Jersey widow reportedly changed her religion to avoid meeting her husband in the next world.
The article notes Courtney could not row Hanlan due to piles itching and soreness. It reports he recovered with Swayne's Ointment and now plans to row Hanlan this summer. It also mentions President Arthur hosting a Psi Upsilon dinner at the White House for members of Congress.
An animated politician with a red nose and blotchy skin is advised by a friendly listener to try Swayne's Ointment. The ambitious man follows the advice and becomes a living example of the remedy's claimed cure for his skin disease.
The text notes Berlin beer is regulated by law with a marked line on glasses to align foam and beer level. It also cites Peter Oates of Cambridge, C, who says Brown's Iron Bitters has produced consistent results wherever sold.
An old advertisement page touts Griggs Glycerine Salve as a cure for cuts burns and sores with a 25 cent price and money back guarantee. It also promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a scrofula remedy with testimonials and a 100 dose bottle for one dollar from C J Hood & Co Lowell Massachusetts.
Direct action on the liver and biliary system drives out poisons and stimulates the body to a vigorous state. We warrant it when taken according to directions.
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