Athens newspaper notes shift to riding gowns and state hospital praise
The Twice A Week Messenger outlines fashion from West to East with New York adopting pantaloon gowns once worn by western women. It lauds Dr. Rovick Rorick as a capable state hospital administrator, praising his two-term leadership, liberal state funding, and the Athens hospital’s improved grounds and care while noting the social loss of the Dr. and Mrs. Rorick.
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New York
Athens Hospital
Rorick
Athens
Administration Moves Toward Budget System Reform
The administration shifts to align expenditures with income as Secretary McVeagh notes a future budget system like Europe. Taft orders retrenchment across executive departments, signaling a businesslike approach to the nation’s financial challenges.
Athens Automobile Club Targets Unsafe Driving
The Athens Automobile Club aims to correct the bad public image caused by reckless drivers. It plans to address offenders directly to protect the safety of others and curb selfish behavior on the roads.
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Athens Automobile Club
Sunday comics blamed for mischief among youths
Parents fear the Sunday comic supplement guides children to mischief. An example from a circus parade in Quallipelia shows a boy using a lit match to set a monkey cage ablaze, killing the animals and damaging the cage, illustrating alleged effects of the comics on youth behavior.
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Hans
Fritz
Quallipelia
Removal of Dr Rorick from Athens institution sparks party critique
The Ohio charitable institutions have long been directed by the governing party and Governor Harmen faces criticism for the removal of Dr Rorick at Athens. The piece notes the saying to the victor belong the spoils as the prevailing rule.
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Ohio
Harmen
Rorick
Athens
Sales By Weight Described As Logical Market Reform
The Toledo Blade argues that selling goods by weight is the sensible standard, reducing reliance on fluctuating units like bushels and barrels. State sealers endorse weight as the only reasonable method for most food commodities, apart from berries, promising long term efficiency despite temporary adjustment.
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Jones
Smith
Taft backs Interstate Highway Improve ment League convention
President Taft approved the aims of the International League for Highway Improvement after its Richmond Virginia convention. The Florida organized group led by John A. Stewart of New York seeks a 200000 dollar survey fund covering Maine to Florida New York to Seattle and Seattle to Los Angeles with broad automaker support.
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Taft
International League For Highway Improve
John A. Stewart
New York
Congress
Maine
Florida
Seattle
Los Angeles
Strong Will Power Seen as Devilish by Critics
An old saying marks strong will power as devilish by critics who view stubborn resolve as moral danger and a threat to social order. The remark appears in a column debating character and virtue in modern life.
Petition Signing Under New Primary Law Cited
A local note warns about pledging support at the polls under the new primary law and emphasizes that the law is about intent. The discussion contrasts health and bank account effects of food choices and notes a drop in dog tax collections after a court ruling. Athens county dog tax receipts fall from about 4000 to 1000.
Railroad adopts comprehensive employee records for discipline
The Chicago, Burlington & Quincy railroad ends suspensions for rule infractions and replaces them with an accessible records system. Promotions and dismissals will be based on these records, making disciplinary actions more systematic and transparent for the operating staff.
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Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Ohio Tax League backs new four year real estate reappraisal law
The Ohio Tax league promotes the four year reappraisal requirement. In cities a five member board of appraisers is chosen, villages and townships have one. Parties may place names on nominating petitions without limits. Primary voters will choose the best candidates for a separate November ballot without party labels. The aim is uniform valuation and honest square dealing.
Sunflower Philosophy from Atchison Globe
A column of social quips and aphorisms on gender, popularity, and public life. It humorously critiques fame, modesty, and the newspaper world while noting everyday observations. The tone mixes pointed wit with light irony about women and society.
May Lucky and Charles J Betz Wedding in Baltimore
The marriage of Miss May Lucky to Mr. Charles J. Betz occurred Sunday at noon at the home of Rev F M Swinthart in Baltimore Ohio. No attendants attended. The groom, a prosperous merchant and brother of Mrs Swinthart, and the bride, a popular young lady, returned to Baltimore that evening.
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Miss May Lucky
Charles J. Betz
Baltimore
Ohio
F. M. Swinthart
Swittehart
Speeches Mark Roosevelt Window Dedication in New York
Strave addressed the dedication of a Roosevelt era window at the Metropolitan temple in New York City. The former secretary of commerce and labor and newly appointed ambassador to Turkey reviewed the administration and Theodore Roosevelt’s achievements.
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New York
Straus
Commerce and Labor
Turkey
Hurmor
Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt
Doan's Kidney Pills End Kidney Pain Claim
A testimonial from G. W. Hawk of Pome roy Ohio describes severe back pain and kidney trouble. After using plasters and liniments without relief, he tried Doan's Kidney Pills and saw rapid improvement. He reports enduring benefit for two years and recommends Doan's as the reliable remedy sold by Foster Wilburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Dean
G. W. Hawk
Ff. D. No. 1
Pomeroy
Ohio
Doan
Foster Wilburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
New Local Sorority Gamma Alpha Theta Formed at Ohio University
Ohio University announces the formation of a local sorority named Gamma Alpha Theta. The group, imperceptibly active for some time, adopts scarlet and black colors, a carnation as its flower, and a unique pin design. It plans to petition nearby national women's fraternities and includes eight members: Louise King Walls, Gertrude Gardner, Elizabeth Lanzendabcher, Mary Baker, Zoe Monahan, Ethel Boyd, Anna Soutar, and Hazel Rigby.
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Ohio University
Gamma Alpha Theta
Petit Fon
Louise King Walls
Cincinnati Conservatory
Gertrude Gardner
Elizabeth Lanzenbacher
Mary Baker
Zoe Monahan
Ethel Boyd
Anna Soutar
Hazel Rigby
Skinner Delivers Main Commencement Address at Buyebhtel High
May 22 Buehtel Ohio The annual Buyebhtel high school commencement honored five graduates. Superintendent B O Skinner of Athens public schools gave the evening address praising the class for its scholastic success and promising futures. Superintendent Hatch presented diplomas as the class of 1909 included Miss Jessie Inman Miss Julia Gallagher Miss Agnes Wagner Mashie Smith and Mr William Whitmore.
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Buehtel
Buyebhtel High School
Supt
B. O. Skinner
Athens Public Schools
Hatch
Jessie Inman
Julia Gallagher
Agnes Wagner
Mashfie Smith
William Whitmore
Fordyce Elected Superintendent at Athens State Hospital
Dr. O. O. Fordyce of Columbus was chosen to succeed Dr. E. H. Rorick as superintendent of the Athens State Hospital for the insane, effective June 1. Fordyce has served as assistant superintendent, ensuring continuity. Governor Harmon approved the change and more staff adjustments are anticipated at the trustees meeting in Columbus.
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Harmon
Athens State Hospital For
O. O. Fordyce
Columbus
E. H. Rorick
Wauseon
J. T. Sawyer
Perry County
Chris McKee
Noble County
Fordyce
Athens Hospital
Athens Board of Trustees
Appointment changes at Athens state hospital noted
Dr Fordyce and Mrs Fordyce are joining the Athens state hospital staff with Dr Fordyce moving from clinical work to management and Mrs Fordyce to the matron role. Dr Por dyce has served as assistant superintendent for eight months and will bring familiarity with the institution. Additional staff changes and a possible political housecleaning are anticipated after the board meeting.
Dr Seth Hart Croup Syrup Endorsed For Colds And Croup
A fragment from Atlantic Constitution quotes F L Stanton reflecting on hymn tunes and old-time gospel as a contrast to new singing styles while endorsing Dr Seth Hart s Croup Syrup for treating croup and colds. The piece notes the enduring belief in salvation and the faith that the gospel will prevail despite stylistic changes.
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F. L. Stanton
Atlantic Constitution
Won't Slight a Good Friend
Mrs. A. L. Alley of Beats Maine praises Dr King’s New Discovery after using ten bottles in her family. She claims it fixes coughs colds and lung trouble with quick relief and calls it the best medicine. Bronchitis asthma hemorrhage croup la grippe sore throat and chest pain are listed as conditions it cures. Trial bottle free. Guaranteed by McKee's Drug Store.
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McKee’s Drug Store
Notable locals in Coolville area activities and moves
Ray Reeder moved to Gary West Virginia last Monday to work as assistant electrician and oversee telephone duties for a large coal company. The Coolville Mill is being painted. J J Lorents plans a move to Williamstown West Virginia after buying a general store. Reverend Elmer Store lectured at the MBE church with stereoptical views of the Philippines. Council agreed to install four concrete street crossings. Professor Samuel McBride of Amesville High School visits for vacation. W E Hannis of Little Hocking leases oil lands. John Orr of Reynoldsburg Franklin County visits his sister Mrs Albert Pearson. Dr Waxler of Marietta seeks good driving horses and returns home. Professor Root will summer with his mother near Beebe and then live in the Congregational parsonage. he is praised for teaching the best school here in years. Ht H Brown visits Parkersburg on business. Mr and Mrs Cornie Ayres of Oklahoma visit his mother here.
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Ray Reeder
Gary
W. Va
Coolville Mill Company
J. J. Lorents
Williamstown
Rev. Elmer Store
M. BE
John Orr
Reynoldsburg
Franklin County
Albert Pearson
Waxler
Marietta
Root
Beebe
Ht. H. Brown
Parkersburg
Cornie Ayres
Oklahoma
Death of John Kelley at age 6
John Kelley, aged six, died Friday evening from a stroke of apoplexy at the home of Mrs. Mary Jane Rickey. The funeral was held this afternoon at six o clock and interment followed at State Street Cemetery.
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John Kelley
John‘ Kelley
Mary Jane Rickey
State Street
Trustees name new steward at State Hospital for Epileptics
The Gallipolis trustees pick Frank Cussins of Columbus as steward of the State Hospital for Epileptics. John L O'Brien of Wellston is named storekeeper, replacing Stanley L Klarke of Ironton. L Austin of Lake County becomes clerk to the storekeeper. Superintendent J L Pritchard remains in place.
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Gallipolis
Frank Cusins
Columbus
John L. O'Brien
Wellston
Stanley L. Klarke
Ironton
L Austin
Lake County
Cussins
William H. Pritchard
Hamilton County
J. L. Pritchard
Cincinnati man named state labor statistics commissioner
Charles H. Wirmel of Cincinnati was named state commissioner of labor statistics by Governor Harmon, succeeding the late W. T. Lewis. His main challenger was former Representative Jas. Reynolds of Cleveland, backed by Mayor Tom N. Johnson, with other candidates George W. Savage of the Ohio Mine Workers' Association and Arthur Leavitt of Columbus also noted.
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Charles H. Wirmel
Cincinnati
Harmon
W. T. Lewis
Wirmel
Jas. Reynolds
Cleveland
Tom N. Johnson
George W. Savage
Ohio Mine Workers’ Association
Arthur Leavitt
Columbus
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Ulcer After 12 Years
John Deye of Galdwin Michigan suffered a running ulcer for twelve years and paid doctors over 400 dollars with no relief. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve healed the ulcer and cured fever sores boils felons eczema salt rheum. It also treats piles burns scalds cuts corns priced 25 cents at McKee’s Drug Store.
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John Deye
Galdwin
Mich
Bucklen
McKee
Athens Soprano Ida Bowser Delights in Recital
Miss Ida Bowser, a leading Athens soprano and Ohio University graduate, presented a recital blending sacred aria, Schubert songs, coloratura pieces, English classics, and Indian lyric settings. Applause was hearty, with Bowser praised for potential and training, backed by Claire McKinstry on piano and Don McVay on violin.
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Ida Bowser
Ohio University College of Music
Verdure
Missy Bowser
Department of Music
Shubert
Amy Finden
Laurence Hope
Finden
Far East
Miss Bowser
Athens
Claire McKinstry
Ice cream supper planned by M. B. church at Mockler ball
The M. B. church of this city invites all to an ice cream supper at the Mockler ball on Saturday evening. Various notices report visits and travels of local residents with relatives in Athens Nyetown Columbus and nearby towns. The Children of the Church of Christ prepare for Children’s Day services the first Sunday in June.
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M. B. Church
Denman Rules Road Work Could Extend To Twenty Four Hours
Attorney General Denman answered Prosecuting Attorney Edward Follett of Washington County that road superintendents may require a 24 hour day if necessary. He held the eight hour limit unconstitutional and noted complaints from other counties about residents refusing to work more than eight hours for road tax purposes.
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Edward Follett
Washington County
Inspectors assess Columbus coal mines in Hocking Valley
Columbus brief reports H. R. Beeson secretary treasurer of New Pittsburg Coal Company, Z Hesack and Leo Gluck of Pittsburg Coal Company visited the Columbus company mines in the Hocking Valley. They found the mines in good condition and returned to Pittsburg. The coal trade remains dull though lake shipments occur and signs point to a possible revival in steam trade and mine operations in Ohio.
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Columbus, O
H. R. Beeson
New Pittsburg Coal Company
Hocking Valley
Z% Hesack
Pittsburg Coal Company
Leo Gluck
Columbus Company
Pittsburg
Ohio
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Dean's Ointment Offers Quick Skin Relief for Children
Advertises Dean's Ointment as instant relief for baby skin itching sores and rashes. Claims safe for children and available at all druggists.
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