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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1886
Page
6
A Boston area school reading exposes humorous misinterpretations by pupils on geography and language. A Tombstone Arizona dispatch reports six Captain Hatfield men killed in an ambush as Geronimo’s Apaches suspected of planning a foray, with settlers warned.
A Victorian-era column touts Simmons Liver Regulator as a safer liver remedy than blue mass. It also retells a treasure tale in which a long-hidden gold hoard is found in an old churn after Mrs. Ashworth’s search reveals seven hundred twelve dollars. The piece closes with a pitch for women to seek Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for female ailments.
A discussion argues that women should not be confined to marriage alone but may pursue careers or passions. It defends the self reliant woman as a civilizing influence, while acknowledging exceptions and potential happiness in marriage. The piece also advertises Ely's Dream Balm as a cure for catarrh and other head cold symptoms with personal testimonial.
A correspondent asks about apples as food for milch cows when fed with other fodder. The opinion is that apples are excellent for this purpose and do not risk over feeding. They enhance flavor and quality of milk, with moderation and bulky hay as a base. Start with small amounts and increase as judgment dictates.
The piece recounts Charlotte Parkhurst later known as Charlie Parkhurst, a Sandusky elopement with a postmaster, his staged career in California, a disputed land claim, and his death in Watsonville in 1879 revealing a woman’s identity. It notes no will and unsettled estate after years. Also advertises Ack er's English Remedy from Henderson and Minear.
A woman asks how to soften hard water for hand washing. Ammonia or borax in warm water makes hands feel slippery and cleans better. Wash hands in warm soap suds before bed, use white soaps, and apply glycerine and camphor after drying for improvements.
An array of patent medicines claims sweep readers with testimonials and dramatic anecdotes. Hood’s Sarsaparilla touted as a root cure for scrofula while Aeronaut Wells recounted a balloon mishap. Dr Bull’s Baby Syrup and Day’s horse powder pitched as universal cures priced at a quarter.
A reflective column urges balance between optimism and caution in reporting. It notes readers favor shipwrecks and obituaries over openings, and argues for highlighting hopeful stories to avoid panic. Also included are ad snippets and brief items on Ackers Blood Elixir claims and President Adams notes.
A Philadelphia Herald blurb notes a couple's plan to wed in a few months while a young woman debates signing her maiden name or married name for autographs to friends in California. The piece ends with satire on Grigg's Glycerine Salve and a Chattanooga Cincinnati report criticizing Democratic absenteeism in the Ohio Senate as unfounded.
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