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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1902
Page
2
Athens county notes mix humor and politics as quips about loafers, marriage, and medicine ride alongside bingo of progress. The column highlights fast election returns via county telephone links, predicting quick statewide results by eleven.
E C Woodworth argues that weak stomachs and rottenness in politics share a common fatigue of work and belief. He links low voter turnout to perceived corruption, urging citizens to vote decisively to curb manipulation and restore integrity in elections.
The story recalls a Civil War episode in which a despised private, Abner Drew nicknamed Humpy, deserts risk and abandonment. In a brutal battle near the woods, Humpy crosses the field with the regimental flag and inspires the 700 men to charge enemy guns. He is hailed by General Devine as hero of the Army of the Potomac and becomes Colonel Drew.
An old time dental-like ad for Scott's Emulsion promises strength for weak pale children. It touts cod liver oil blend and hypophosphites, offering a free penny sample and a money back appeal.
A waiter who had been an old marine watches as his master struggles to draw stuffing through the side of a bdira and directs him with a whispered command to move farther aft, revealing a tense scene.
A reflection on success in life stressing temperament over latent courage and decision, with notes that industry and perseverance are crucial traits shaping practical affairs. The excerpt emphasizes steady effort as a key to achievement beyond moments of bold risk.
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