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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1899

Page

4

Political murmurs and ongoing campaigns in multiple regions

July heat suppresses new gubernatorial candidates as delegates may wait on a Western speaker choice. Gormley pursues state senate, while Philippine campaign nears surrender terms. Portsmouth ponders privatizing waterworks. Athens water system remains costly under municipal ownership amid high rates.

Philipines Aguinaldo Osis Sirenways Portsmouth Blade Athens

A Duty of the Hour column from Mausf pld News

Editor Cappeller argues that Republicans must assess real conditions and avoid false charges about President McKinley’s endorsements. He rebukes rumors that Lash and Daugherty are administration picks and warns critics undermine party unity by insinuation and silence.

Cappeller Mausf Pld Ohio Lash Daugherty Jane Melk Hanna McKinley Nash McWinney

Washington Letter May 1 on McKinley policy and Speakership

Washington dispatch outlines McKinley administration stance on Aguinaldo and the Philippines, Otis terms, and anticipated amnesty. It notes Spain's payment to France, Indiana Volunteers returning, and Michigan delegation plans for the upcoming Speakership contest with no clear favorite among candidates.

Calamity Howlera Silentea and the Trade Outlook

The Globe Democrat and other papers praise the current US business climate with record bank clearances high railroad earnings and rising industrial production. Labor is fully employed and wages are up. supporters say the prosperity does not favor the calamity party and will continue. Editors note Aguinaldo is seen as warlike and unfit for self rule. Governor Gage and others discuss possible Senate appointments. Governor Bushnell may tour state institutions. visitors would likely boost morale but scrutiny remains. Uncle Sam’s Philippines stance is likened to a husband facing multiples, a cautionary simile amid policy debate.

Washington, D. C Aguinaldo McKinley Otis Howlera Silentea Globe Democrat United States Manila Gage California D. M. Burns D. M. White Burns Quay Senate Delaware Utah

Annual Convention of Travelers' Protective Association in Louisville

Annual Convention in Louisville Kentucky May 16 to 19. Bus excursion tickets offered from Lomselic to Louisville for a round trip at one fare. Rates listed with a 7.75 total. Agent Matar discusses fares and arrangements.

Travelers’ Protective Association of America Louisville, Ky B & Os-W.esitsen Tetera Lomselic

Obituary for Joan Wilder Mahler in Columbus Hospital

Joan Wilder Mahler, youngest son of J Hans Mary Richler, born December 7, died at Protestant hospital in Columbus Ohio on April 25 aged 26 years. He joined Cumberland Presbyterian church, attended Parson's Business College in Columbus, suffered spinal meningitis with cheerful grace, wrote unfinished letter home, and rests among the saints. Funeral details not provided.

Joan Wilder Mahler J. Hans Mary Richler Deeau Columbus Ohio Tir Franghe Alban Cumberland Presbyterian Church Parson's Business College Chumbas Strobher School of Life Society of Angels Ohg Maarnese Moth A. O. Kirepatrice

A Natural Bar to Wireless Telegraphy Progress

A group including Prof Gell inventor of the telephone Prof Moore head of the weather bureau Prof McGee of the National Museum and Col Squires of the army signal corps report wireless telegraphy remains impractical for long distances. They cite the earths shape as blocking long circuits though short distance signals may be possible. Scientists continue experiments but note telegraphy without wires is still in the experimental stage with future discoveries anticipated.

Gell Moore Weather Bureau McGee Nationalmuseum Col Squires Army Signal Corps Golia Ground

Hats Off: Churches Order Veil Hats in Columbus

Three leading Columbus churches have ordered women to remove hats during services. The First Congregational First Baptist and Sixth Street Methodist churches plan to enforce the reform with ushers and coat checks, while one church proposes a maid to manage hats and wraps.

Columbus First Congregational First Baptist Road Street Methodist

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