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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1907
Page
10
Washington officials review a report that several congressmen travel on railroad passes. The Interstate Commerce Commission cites the 1906 act allowing passes only for specific railroad employees and closely related parties. Offenders face fines from 100 to 2000 dollars, while some lawmakers deny improper payment.
Dr. Shoop of Racine Wisconsin claims Health Coffee Imitation makes coffee in a minute. The cereal and malt based drink contains no real coffee and is pitched as the closest imitation yet. Sold by Henderson Crider Drug Co.
The article warns that furnace heated rooms dry air harming plant growth. It suggests evaporation methods like placing water in pans near the furnace, buckets inside pipes, and near registers to add moisture. It advises keeping plants in light airy spots away from drafts and not forcing specimens into dim corners.
A fragment describes a hidden kitchen where heat is kept steady. It notes constant water evaporation of 2 percent from the appliance, contributing to the unusual stable temperature in the small space. The passage hints at the eerie, dark setting and the unusual method sustaining the environment.
A local ad touts Dewitt's Little Marty Risers as the best pills with no gripe, sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
A recipe describes making a pastry dough and frying kidney with tomato sauce. It calls for sugar, cream, nut, mace, flour, and oil to form rounds baked until light. kidney pieces fried with onion tomato ham and pepper, thickened with flour, then seasoned and finished with parsley and water.
A subscriber vents to the editor about theatergoer disruptions during performances. He condemns misquotations from a previous feature and urges scrutiny of disruptive comments and noisy behavior by audience members. He mentions conversations, chewing, and touching seats as nuisances diminishing the viewing experience.
Debut product DevWtt’s carbolized witch hazel cleanses and soothes irritated areas. Marketed as heating and cooling aid for piles, sold through Cline's Pharmacy.
Interstate Commerce Commissioner Lane says the western economy is buoyant despite rail car shortages and high freight volumes. He cites rail traffic growth across the Northwest to California, strong bank deposits in eastern Washington and Oregon, and a thriving farm sector with high prices. He notes only nonresidents view the West as discouraged.
The text asserts a link between artistic life and longevity among men and women. It cites Caroline Herschel 98 Harriet Lee 89 Mary Somerville 92 Helen Moore 88 Marta Edgeworth and Anna Tardau 82 Jane Porter 74 George Sand 72 and Mary Mitford 70 as examples in a historical survey.
Advertises Dr Kings New Life Pills as a safe cleanser and invig orator claimed to cure headaches biliousness malaria and jaundice. Mentions McKee's Drug Store and the street number 26.
A New Straiteville and Rachelmacher Ohio contrast shows booming coal mines brick plants and clay operations. The Columbus & Rocking Coal & Iron Company led by Mr. Rachelmacher drives hundreds of jobs and major tax gains, proving Athens County clay is suitable for paving brick while attracting investors and citizens’ praise.
A brief advertisement urges spreading Buck jen’s Arnica Salve as a remedy for sores burns and wounds. J G Jenkins of Chapel Hill North Carolina endorses the product claiming rapid pain relief and quick cure for a felon. The note mentions McKee's drug store as a seal on earth for such cures.
Mr and Mrs Jastrum clash over routine tasks and a posted letter causing a gas leak scare. He rushes to broker copper, loses track of the letter, and the note finds him red handed. A neighbor removes the leak while Betsy mocks his forgetfulness and plans theater seats.
Michigan studies show 5 to 10 percent of the bean crop are culls, with about half used for feed. Culls feed pigs, sheep, and dairy cows. fattening pork on beans lowers fat quality. Two cooking methods tested: live steam in a barrel and a caldron kettle with a jacket. kettles suit small amounts, steam suits large quantities.
A writer in Orange Judd Farmer details drying and venting a cellar adjoining a furnace to store squashes and pumpkins. Dry conditions, open windows in frost, shelves four feet up, and periodic airing kept Hubbards Mester and Marlow varieties for months. Some rotted after Jan 1, but many lasted into spring. Hester squash praised for long keeping and cooking quality.
Practical guide describes building a wagon jack in an hour using a rail and strong upright timber cut from scrap. It explains dimensions for the base and upright, how a rip saw sectioning permits the lever and lock bar, and how bolts secure parts to lift wagons safely.
In Southern Orchards the fig is a neglected fruit yet highly reliable for steady returns. The bushes in Ceapy Waste Spots show neglect but continue to bear through the growing season, while other crops fail to match their regularity.
Ex Secretary Lestie M Shawasaya believes in the confession and the number of wealthy malefactors seeking private interviews with the Little Father in Washington suggests this view is echoed in other quarters.
In 1916 coverage from Portland and Kansas City papers, Secretary Cortelyou maintains popularity while timing of rewards remains unclear. David Payne Hill is named ambassador to Germany with access to diplomatic posts, suggesting limited future openings.
Roosevelt asserts responsibility for removing In God We Trust from coins while criticizing current practice. The note contrasts Bryan’s dinner scene with political humor as public figures respond to tax and currency issues. A Boston Transcript quip links mule tails to a misstep in Atlanta City.
An eager crowd gathers in a lively rally endorsing Mr Cartel for president of the United States. Speakers urge unity and passions flare as supporters cheer the campaign's momentum and goals.
A Baltimore Sun item notes the booms and their rising influence in political circles. It suggests a shift in power dynamics as new voices gain prominence in office-holding and policy making.
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