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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1904
Page
2
The text claims humors are impure substances the skin liver and kidneys cannot handle without aid. It describes accumulation causing pimples boils eczema loss of appetite fatigue bilious turns indigestion dull headaches and many other troubles.
A vintage advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as removing humors and strengthening the body. It cites a testimonial from Mrs. Ina O. Brown of Rumford Falls Maine about salt rheum on her hands clearing after use. The copy promises to cure and keeps the claim.
A fragmentary item shows a puzzling line about reading material and a herald. details are unreadable and no clear event or names emerge.
A collection of wry observations and questions about spring, weather, habits, and social quirks. Topics include ornithology jokes about a cat bird, spring fever readings, inheritance tax ruling, setting hens, ice breaking, and everyday wisdom with humorous asides from varied voices.
Columbus May 9 Ten minutes before midnight of the last day for bills to become law Governor Herrick signed a reduced general appropriation, with many line items cut or disapproved. The action follows extended talks with the Attorney General and Auditor, detailing canal and hospital funding and statewide agencies.
A testimonial touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe remedy for female diseases. It claims to restore regularity, relieve drains, heal inflammation, and strengthen weak women, with a letter fromGeo Estes praising ten bottles for restored health. The ad urges readers to send twenty-one cent for The Common Sense Medical Adviser in paper covers.
In Salesville Ohio May 2 a Civil War veteran, Mr N J Stephens aged 63, testifies he suffered kidney disease and backache for years. He credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with relief and improved health and recommends them as the best kidney remedy on the market.
Mr Bryan appears unsettled by his discharge and halted pay yet continues to report for work, suggesting unresolved questions about his employment status and duties.
Dr T G Merritt of No Mehoopany Pa chronicles a stomach ulcer case cured by Electric Bitters. He notes rapid improvement from day one and 14 months without another attack. The tonic claims to aid dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles and is sold for 50 cents at W H McKee’s.
The secular cantata King Rene's Daughter was performed Friday evening in the Methodist church by the Nordic Ladies Quartet directed by Miss Jane Ryan. Thirteen numbers were sung and applauded. cast included Mrs. T. L. Lowe and Misses Rosa Minear Ida Bowser Elizabeth Bailey Bell Bishop Minnie Cackler Mrs. Herbert Brooks and Mrs. E Logan. Sylvia Moore played piano. proceeds of 22 benefited the high school library.
Professor Graham Bell unveiled tetrahedral kites in a Washington suburb last Saturday. The devices are described as strong enough to lift a man and will be fitted with motors to enable flight.
The record extols Painkiller by Perry Davis with warnings about numerous imitations. It notes the genuine remedy is sought for roughs, colds, and bronchitis. It mentions a reduced attention to Jeffreys and Munroe after Cochran and Dalzell were slated to meet at Chautauqua.
I wish to extend sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbors who rendered assistance during the illness and at the death of my wife James Terrill.
Dr Kings New Discovery is advertised as a universal cure for long and throat troubles. A Shepardstown man testifies a year's bronchitis relief after one bottle, claiming it cured him absolutely. It is said to treat croup whooping cough grip pneumonia and consumption with trials and guarantees.
General Chaffee disapproves of the Tommy Atkins cap adopted for garri son use. He says it is worn on the side of the face in imitation of British soldiers and argues it suggests vanity and braggart impudence.
An advertisement touts Dr King's New Life Pills claiming to restore youth with nightly use for two weeks. It features a testimonial from D H Turner of Dempseytown Pa praising the vegetarian laxative for liver stomach and bowels and priced at 25 cents at W H McKee's Drug Store.
A historic notice urges prompt treatment with Perry Davis Painkiller for cholera, vomiting, bowel troubles, diarrhoea, cholera morbus and dysentery, claiming swift relief and effective action against these ailments.
A Philadelphia court declares that a hungry man may eat at a hotel or restaurant and refuse to pay without committing a crime. The ruling frames the city as a generous metropolis and a Mecca for hoboes.
A Marion Indiana woman claims the One Minute Cough Cure cured her cough and restored her health after she dropped from 148 to 92 pounds. She says four bottles strengthened her lungs and returned her to normal weight, health, and strength. Sold by unknown seller.
A scientific note reveals the discoverer of the famed out west meteor kept a jug with him. The meteor remains unfound despite searches, adding a curious detail to the historic tale.
An advertisement extols Little Early Risers as a pleasant liver medicine curing biliousness constipation sick headache jaundice malaria and liver troubles. It notes their appeal to laxative users and urges comparison with other remedies. Also a note on New York City demand that public schools teach spelling and a claim that a non spelling educated man fails to meet standards.
Notice to Teachers lists examination dates and locations for April May June July and August. Examinations occur on the first Saturday for most months and the third Saturday of August, with May at Athens and Guysville and June at Athens and Nelsonville. Boxwell schedule includes Athens and Stewart and Gloutier. Aaron Grady, Secy. Michigan Centre. A train carrying the road president traveled 547 miles at 109 mph. future express trains may average 100 mph.
An advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as effective for colds throat and lung ailments. Claims numerous consumptives in Athens Ohio credit the syrup with their survival and urges readers to ask their druggist about the product priced at 25 and 75 cents.
The season begins with weather causing postponements as teams adapt to rain delays. Managers stress resilience and emphasize that missed games do not equate to losses, keeping spirits high despite the delayed start.
Cline's Pharmacy recommends Kodel Dyspepsia Cure to customers, claiming it digests what you eat and cures indigestion and stomach disorders. The product is described as a perfect digestant and tissue building tonic, with renewed health and vitality as a result.
The Union fair of Coolville will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 30 and 31, with events extending into September. Local officials urge attendance and note planned exhibits and community gatherings.
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