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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1899
Page
2
A chaotic mix of April Fools verse and humorous anecdotes about a balloon accident with a cat, a wind storm satire promising biographical poetry for non-subscribers, and odd local notes on a seven color egg laying chicken. It also wades into a river muse poem by FR W Alves and a skeptical essay on haunted houses, ending with reflections on miracles and death.
A testimonial filled page extols Hood's Sarsaparilla for scrofulous hip disease, nervous weakness, and dyspepsia with multiple named readers from Massachusetts and Maryland praising its healing effects. The ad contrasts health claims with a skeptical note on superstition and ghost sightings.
Letter from Henry Apthors in Cleveland Ohio March 1 argues a misrepresentation by Attorney General Monnett about Standard Oil advertising. Explains the genuine contract allowed only notices approved by publishers, while a garbled contract implied forced publication of editorials.
A garbled contract circulated by the attorney general misled newspapers about advertising terms. Henry Apthorp defends honesty, contrasts genuine and garbled texts, and urges carriers of the press to uphold integrity while exposing manipulation.
Washington correspondents once claimed enmity between President McKinley and Speaker Reed but now offer explanations for their joint visit to Jekyll Island. The writer labels these theories as dishonest and stresses no personal feud exists between the leaders.
A Detroit worker Meyers is described as a key member of a noted guerrilla group. The article recounts Meyers enlistment in 1802, service across the southwest, and his death by his own action after fierce fighting. It references battles near Springtiohl and Sea's Fort, and notes Comrade Meyers’ involvement with the Gasud Aria and Veterans.
Shoppers are drawn to a broad range of curtain styles and prices, with Lace Curtains advertised from 5 cents to 85 per pair. Colorful patterns and affordable options attract households deciding where to buy, and customers are invited to request a free read with name and address.
This ad promotes top notch wash goods and novelties including white Madras shirts waist materials, imported Madras and corded effects priced from 25c to 35c. It invites readers to request a free illustrated catalogue over 20 pages with pictures of suits shirts waists and skirts, ready after April 1.
Gorge W Trimmer Aduminestra and W K Ortitz of Salt Athens County Court Common Pleas announce a sale by order of sale out of the Court of Common Pleas of Athens County. The real estate at Lot two hundred fifty six in L D Postons addition to Nelsonville will be sold at public auction at the court house front door in Athens on Saturday April 15 1899 at 1 oclock PM for cash. The property is described as Lot 2 256 in L D Postons addition. The grantor is Samuel L Avilter and Laura A Coulter by general warrant deed. Sale price set at 7300 dollars. Sheriff CH Porter Deputy. Vine Mead Plaintiff Attorney. Authority March 14.
A notice regarding the formation or action of a joint sub district between the school districts in Lodi and Mexander townships, Athens County, Ohio. Details on governance, boundaries, and deadlines may follow in the official notice.
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