First Thanksgiving Day Origins and Pilgrim Reflections
A Pittsburg Dispatch column recalls the 1621 Plymouth Thanksgiving proclaimed by Governor William Bradford. It notes Pilgrims faced hardship yet observed religious gratitude, while highlighting Winslow’s account of feasting with Massasoit and the early seeds of a nation. The piece warns against celebrating without gratitude and contrasts early observance with modern festivities.
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Plymouth
Bradford
Tabernacles
Massasott
Capitan
Myles Standish
John Fisk
Thanksgiving Proclamations and Health Cure Adverts
A mixed page notes historic Thanksgiving observances from 1622 to 1817 and mentions Washington's proclamations, then shifts to an advertisement for Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People citing a Rhode Island case of rheumatism relief and listing broad uses and pricing. The piece blends historical recap with medical promotion.
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Dr. Williams
J. B. Jameson
George Street
Providence
R. I
Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Thanksgiving proclamations mark national gratitude through the years
The article traces Washington and Lincoln in shaping Thanksgiving Day. It notes Lincoln's 1863 proclamation creating the last Thursday observance, followed by presidents and governors adopting the date. It mentions widespread celebrations and a search for relics like the golden candlestick of the Jews.
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Congress
Washington
Monongahela Valley
Lincoln
Rome
Ohio University Fund 1778 75 In The Matter Of Athens County Report
The Court appoints T B Warden and W H McKee with the prosecuting attorney to examine and audit the annual report of the Athens County Ohio Commissioners under Section 917 Revised Statutes and report findings.
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Athens County
Ohio
T. B. Warden
W. H. McKee
M. Woon
Certificate of Copy from Ohio Court of Common Pleas
Official certification by D A Br McKinstry Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of A county Ohio that the above document is a true copy on file in his office. This record confirms the copy’s authenticity and eligibility as filed.
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D. A. BR. McKinstry
Court of Common Pleas
Ohio
Instry
The Problem of a Tired Mother
An old advertisement extols Vincl a cod liver oil based tonic for overstressed mothers and nursing women. It claims Vincl aids digestion steadies nerves and supports family health plus a vinegar of Vintax for constipation and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
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Vinci
W H McKee Drugist Mail Order Supplies
W H McKee, druggist, advertises mail orders for drug supplies and bottle express service with quick delivery options.
Receipts Record From September 1901 to August 1902
Summary of financial receipts covering the twelve-month period from September 1, 1901, through August 31, 1902. Details show totals by source, with totals and subcategories indicating revenue streams and amounts collected during the fiscal year.
county audit flags excesses in county supplies
In Athens Ohio November 20 1902 to Judge Josefu M Woop the court examiner reports the county commissioners year ending August 31 1902 found the report correct but notes excessive amounts paid for public pins blanks and stationery used by county officers The report urges more careful and judicious buying by county officers Warden McKee Epwig Sayre
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Josefu M. Woop
Court of Common Pleas
Amour
T. B. Warden
W. H. McKee
Epwig D
Sayre
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Clarence Eugene Hills
The
Pittsburg Dispatch
Dr. Pierce
Mrs. Stout
Fawcettgap
Frederick Co
New England
West
Plymouth Colony
Massachusetts Bay Colony
New York
DeWitt Clinton
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Monon Valley
Deacon’’ White
N. Y. Stock Exchange
Kaiser
House of Hohenzollern
Germany
William
Rhode Island
Redemption Fund
Treasury
Township Fund
Corporation Fund
Institute Fund
SRA Eee
Sereete
Ween
Main
Iian
Schoo Eee
Sy Balagee
Sheep Fund
Ohio University Fund
Liquor Traffic Fund
Stais
Trustees
Athens Township
Oid
SPR
Alexander
Carthage
Dover
Werner
Waterloo
Ork
Eetienl
Peper
W.H. McKee
Ee Neal
Mee
Eee
Athens
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