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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1899

Page

3

Republican Primary Election Notice in Athens County Ohio

Qualified electors of the Republican party in Athens County Ohio are called to meet at their township voting places on Monday April 3, 1809 from the morning to vote for officers including Representative Sheriff Prosecutor Probate Judge Clerk Treasurer Coroner and Surveyor. Precinct supervisors are named for each township and polling records will be submitted to the Central Committee.

Republican Party Athens County Ohio Timtesuf Beiiirmary Reetor Warty Allens Athens Crippen Millisfield Ruth Vuillips Ames Alexand Upver Troyer Millfield Preeinet Ritibte Ebouste Ariadie Gleaster W. Lre Hotlister Pye Trimble Dacksanvile Sail Shalli Emia Jock P.m Praeli Helse Gainey

Local BREVITIES from Nelsonville and vicinity

Local notes report visits of E W Lee and Mrs Mellinstry in Nelsonville Albany and Columbus. A death in Nelsonville ends at 73 with funeral at Baptist church and interment at old cemetery. A Gallia Times prize story by Lyrd Flathween linked to college circles and Ohio University. A suspicious elderly woman circulated, seeking aid with forged letters signed by local officials. residents suspect a fake disguise.

Harry Mellinstry Albany Erwin Merwin Columbus Mr Had Aanesville I. Marizoli Buchtel Schools Col L. Pieckerize Hayest Emaing Laney Qualls Pridar Nelsonville James Qualls Nelson Baptistehireh Carter W. A. Roush Lyrd Flathween Choei Nelyouvial Buckeye News Sue Alexander Township J. I. Patterson D. H. Anderson D. H. Patterson D. Hi Anderson Athens Tean

Assault and Battery Case Tops Woods West End Scene

A West End resident was arraigned before Mayor Davis on an assault and battery charge after an armed confrontation with James Nero. Nero and Woods exchanged gunfire as Nero’s wife shielded him. Woods was found guilty, bond set at 200 dollars, and jailed for lack of bail. Other items note martin bird boxes for farmers, Michael D. Wild named secretary of the Baltimore and Ohio South Western Railway, death of Mrs. Mary M. Stewart, and D. Trilis returning home from Cincinnati.

Woods West End Davis James Nero Nero Wood Iss House Hia Michael D. Wild Baltimore and Ohio South Western Railway Eward Brueg Baltimore and Ohio Rairoad No. 2 Wall Street New York Ma. Wall Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Baltimore Mary M. Stewart Athens Carpenter

Volcanic Eruptions and Curative Remedies in Odd Scraps

A mangled news fragment reports volcanic activity at Lookout Mountain melting snow and imperiling property and lives. It notes salmon harvest value from the Columbia River at about 75 800 dollars, and mentions Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a cure for various ailments. Also references a peculiar black two inch by two inch object and Metis Island disappearance news.

W.A. Mc- Wee Vanconver Blc Lookout Mountain McGuire Oregon Columbia River

Mysterious grain drink teased as coffee substitute

An excerpt describes a non coffee drink made from pure grains marketed as invigorating and appetizing. It claims to be harmless by fire, with a curious packaging process and a procession of labels, while noting its appeal to children and widespread presence in grain regions.

Grip and Narm Dr Miles Nervine Advert

An old health ad touts Dr Miles Nervine and related products as the cure for grip and nerve weakness. It includes a testimonial from Murs Dill Wisters of Gwymrerville Ind and offers free samples via postal request. A note about color-coded oxen by Mexican farmers is appended as a separate caption.

Miles Grip Dyll Wisters Gwymrerville Ind Wrip Jilles Rvine Allies

Dr King's New Life Pills touted for vigor and nerve

Promises improved health from strong stomach liver kidneys and bowels. Claims to boost energy and brain power. Sold for 23 cents at W H McKee's drug store. Also notes a nonstat damage suit in Centralia Mo. where Howard Gurkin seeks $1.50 from Western Union over frightened horse and wreck caused by wire singing.

Dr. King W. H. McKee Damag Centralia Howard “Gurkin Western Union Telegraph Company Aud

Remarkable recovery tale ends with bottle remedy

A shaky account claims Mrs Michael Curtain recovered from consumption after using Dr Kings New Discovery. The story states four months of treatment by a family physician failed, then a bottle brought relief in days. The piece also notes a rug store advert and a Chinese belief about the Yellow River, plus hotel policy against traveling salesmen.

Michael Curtain L'Laimfield King Linia W. H. Mebee

Slave’s Freedom Tale and Ailing Bride Advertised Cure

An article fragment recounts George D. Williams of Manchester Michigan describing a form of slavery cured by a supreme remedy for female ailments. An advertisement touts a pill at five cents and a drugstore claim. Separately John Cofield of Perkins Oklahoma travels to Joplin Missouri with peanuts. he marries widow Margaret Kye and returns home nine days later.

George D. Wiliams Manchester Mich Wid Mckee Drugevist John Cofield Alachelor Perkins Oklo Joplin Carthage Margaret Kye Perkins T Biswacer

Barbed Wire Fence Construction Tips for Farms

The article explains building a barbed wire fence with end posts three feet apart, two and a half feet deep, bracing, and tight wire tension. It advises braces between end posts and the next post, extra spacing, and using strong material to prevent wind, with notes on spring installation and care for animal safety.

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How to splice wire and fasten a wagon rope system

Instructions describe wiring a harness with two twisted strands and a rigid rod, tightening the join, and guiding the wire through a difficult setup. The method covers looping, stapling, and tensioning the wire to create a stable spring or sense device, with advice on patience and gradual tightening.

Dewberry Culture and Sheep Population Figures

The article discusses dewberries cultivation and trellising for higher yields. It notes dewberries as valuable farm crops and advises minimal, trellis-based care. It also reports a significant rise in sheep numbers nationwide, with a decline in the January counts from 47,273,553 to 36,818,043 and a drop in their Alice receded figures in the same period.

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Pink Pills for Pale People patent remedy claim

A lengthy 1595 style sensational piece promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for headaches nervous disorders and a range of illnesses from stomach troubles to paralysis. The text asserts blood enrichment and vitality, cites supposed testimonials, and notes sales through druggists and mail order with price details.

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