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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1907
Page
6
The column riffs on a May 23 local option vote and debates over wet versus dry, taft and bryan weight humor, and comments on Roosevelt labor stance. It also notes road work, a bogus court scam in Marietta, Florida's 14th amendment dispute, and a cautionary essay on public morality.
Washington dispatch reports the Jamestown Exposition beginning with unfinished grounds and limited visitor arrangements. The President praised the event while Congress criticized transport and facilities, though naval displays impressed the delegation.
A column reflects on human vanity and judgment. It muses that people blame others for success, admire confidence in proof, and is wary of shaming indiscretion. It compares harsh judgment to kicking a wounded woman or a dog with a broken leg, urging empathy over blame.
A moral essay argues that cleanliness of conscience, propriety and prudence bring happiness and honor while clandestine pleasures lead to ruin. It urges readers to study others' lives and learn that social misconduct harms peace of mind and family legacy.
Sealed proposals for bonds of Athens Village Ohio to fund cemetery and State street improvements are due May 20 1907 at the Clerk's office. Bonds amount 400 each, ten total, 5 percent interest, payable semiannually, issued under Ohio law and village ordinances. Bids must be for par plus accrued interest and include a 400 bond deposit. bids may be rejected.
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