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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1908
Page
4
Unrest Candidate Watson’s Toy Cannon Feared Loud
A Georgia candidate named Watson is accused of charging a small toy cannon with dynamite or a stronger explosive. Reported explosions are described as potentially unheard amid the political din.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unness
Watson
Georgia
Hearst Faces Scrutiny Over Spending and Fame
A observer notes William R Hearst spends large sums, suggesting a quid pro quo in exchange for fame or notoriety, implying potential public interest in his financial choices and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr Hearst
Uncommon Baby Names Haskell Foraker Dupont Rise
A brief note indicates few newborns bear the names Haskell Foraker or Dupont. The remark hints these names remain rare in current naming trends and offers a concise snapshot of contemporary parental choices.
Bryan settles bank deposit question as ballots loom
Bryan concludes his stance on bank deposits but remains concerned about the November ballot deposit issue and its implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Drought Described as Worst in Regional History
The drought is described as more general widespread and disastrous than any prior event in this region according to the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihe
Taft and Bryan Clash Over Rooseveltian Policy
The passage argues Taft is ready to carry Roosevelt's work forward while Bryan remains theoretical and unlikely to succeed. It questions whether voters want failures, implying Taft’s practicality versus Bryan’s opposition to Rooseveltian policy.
Weather contrast: drought hits Franklin Fairfield counties
The report notes a drought emergency in Franklin and Fairfield counties and northern Ohio, while Athens county and southern Ohio show relative relief with better conditions and moisture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Ohio
Franklin
Fairfield
Absorbing Affair Sets Stage for Electors Next Tuesday
After this all absorbing affair is pulled off next Tuesday the electors will begin to figure on who they will want for President and it will not take them long to make up their minds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tor
Justice of the Peace Backs Busting Affinity Ban
A New York justice of the peace, presiding over a bigamy case, stated that this affinity issue must be busted. The remark, while not reflected in party platforms, reflects ongoing public debate and political traction surrounding the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Freezing by Stop Cocks and Postal Savings Prospects
A Victorian pondering piece questions future Arctic summers in Athens via a stopcock. It notes Professor Ones of Leyden's squefied helium reaching 450 degrees below zero and imagines frozen intruders. The Kansas City post office reports 290000 in money orders and considers a postal savings bank to safely deposit and circulate funds under better guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Ones
Leyden
Kansas City
George L. von Meyer
Steel firms report strong demand and big orders
Over the past week the Steel Corporation received an order for 20,000 tons of tube and was negotiating for 20,000 tons of structural steel with a large structural concern. Other steel firms also show excellent demand, signaling continued improvement in the steel and iron trade, with the pig iron market remaining lifeless and a single inquiry for 40,000 tons of basic iron at Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steel Corporation
Irou
Phila
Calls for Reform in Education Across the Nation
Debates over school inefficiency rise as educators spar over causes and remedies. Some favor restoring three R instruction, others want men teachers and stricter discipline, while some blame overwork in early grades. The discord points to a likely overhaul of the imperfect system.
Local option election hints at danger in number thirteen
A brief item suggests superstition or risk linked to the number 13 in local option elections. No specific names, dates, or places are provided.
Nearest Drinking Point for Athenians After 30 Days
The nearest point for Athenians after 30 days for a drink over the bar will be Parkersburg West Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
W. Va
Betting men would have made a fortune in Nelsonville election
The betting fraternity could have made a cartload of money on the result of the election in Nelsonville if it could have anticipated the result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Taft Victory Promises Continuing Prosperity for Labor
The Taft victory is seen as a sign of growing prospects with work and prosperity for all. Henry C. Hunter of the National Metal Trades Association cites no wage cuts as business improves, savings banks report rising deposits, and calls for steady betterment despite possible obstacles. The Taft Sherman win is trusted to boost business confidence and employment, while Bryan and the soup house are contrasted with weekly wages and growing savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Taft
Henry C. Hunter
National Metal Trades Association
Taft
Sherman
Bryan
Soup House
Marion County Goes Dry by Landslide Vote
Marion County voters approved going dry by a 1253 vote margin. The city of Marion went dry by 385 votes, with fifty saloons voted out. The campaign was fierce, pitting families and communities against each other as spending ran into thousands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Marion County
Brother
County votes to ban liquor in Morrow Ohio
Mt. Gilead and Cardington led a county wide dry victory as Morrow County residents voted to outlaw saloons by 2,185 votes. Mt. Gilead and Cardington, both dry, contributed to the win with Mt. Gilead supporting the drys by 500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Gilead
Morrow County
Cardington
Athens County Wet Townships Vote Dry After County Law
Prohibition supporters who opposed the Rose county measure expected Athens county to vote dry. Wet townships Carthage and Trimble chose to prohibit liquor sales, signaling sufficient temperance sentiment to enforce the law and yield a generally dry county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose County
Athens County
Carthage
York
Trimble
Athens county dry vote heralded by temperance group
The piece argues that while Athens voted to keep the county dry, real change requires ongoing law enforcement. It urges citizens to form a Law and Order League to enforce the prohibition and deter bootlegging, stressing that voting alone does not sustain dry gains. It cites a 15 month 85 to 90 percent liquor sales reduction as achievable through active enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Anti-Saloon League
Athens
Law and Order League
Jersey coat promotion described by Henderson Cider Drug Co
An advertisement notes cool snappy mornings with a Jersey coat for men and women. It lists Spalding's Agents and a contact number 9-3012 for Henderson Cider Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson Cider Drug CO
Spalding’s Agts
Taft Delivers Ten Speeches Across Four States
Taft campaigned through Iowa Nebraska South Dakota and Minnesota delivering ten speeches focused on tariff revision. The day included stops in Mitchell Sioux City Aberdeen Yankton and other towns with audience crowds described as tremendous. Taft's aide Minnesota Representative J Adam Bede quipped about the "upholstered statesman" as Taft contrasted with Bryan including tariff impact on farmers and crop prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
Canaida
William H. Taft
Judge Taft
South Dakota
Iowa
Nebraska
Minnesota
Union
Aberdeen
Mitchell
Yankton
Senator Gamble
Mellette
Redfield
Wolsey
Tripp
Parkston
Lesterville
Scotland
Vermillion
Taft
J. Adam Bede
Bryan
Republican Party
When You Take Cold One Way to Pay No Attention
The piece advises ignoring a cold until it worsens to pneumonia bronchitis or pleurisy and recommends asking a doctor about Ayer's Cherry Pectoral. If the doctor says it is the best thing for colds, follow his instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
Negro Arrested in Nelsonville After Alleged Rape
Grant Nixon, about thirty, a New Straitsville resident, was arrested in Nelsonville on a rape charge involving Lulu Ramsey, 13. The case sparked a race riot mood as a mob searched for Nixon, who claimed to be Jones and tried to flee with $720.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Grant Nixon
New Straitsville
Warner
Lauderbach
Nixon
New Ieville
Lulu Ramsey
Jones
Perry County
New Lexington
Ferring
New Shaiteville
Lulu May
Ramsey
Charles Ramsey
Misa Rameey
Sunflower Philosophy
A fragmented satirical item from the Atchison Globe discusses saloonkeepers and a general misperception of broad mindedness. It mocks men claiming superiority while insisting they are the wisest, and touches on themes of marriage and misguided attempts to “save” sane people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Globe
Judge Weitzel Visited Logan on Monday
Judge Weitzel conducted a business visit in Logan on Monday, meeting local officials and inspecting facilities. The visit focused on potential collaborations and economic development opportunities for the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Weitzel
Logan
Ohio jail census shows 19074 prisoners held state wide
Secretary of State office reports nearly 20 thousand prisoners in Ohio jails for the year ending June 20 with 19074 confined behind walls. Most counties reported, highlighting dry counties like Harrison and Fayette with very low counts and noting a high foreign born share among inmates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of State
Ohio
Harrison County
Fayette
Highland
Morgan County
Holmes County
Russia
Ireland
Germany
Scotland
France
Africa
Pain Relief Formula Claims Quick Headache Aid
20 minute promise on a 25 cent box claims fast relief for headaches and other pains. The ad urges asking a druggist or doctor about the Henderson-Crideg Drug Co product and presents it as a long standing remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoop
Henderson-Crideg Drug Co
Joint Birthday Celebration in Hilmardsville
Mesars W R Angel and Berry Brooks both born September 26 1847 celebrate their 59th birthday with a large uninvited gathering at Angels country home. About forty guests share a noon meal, Angel receives a rocker, and extensive guest lists include the Brooks and Angel families plus several friends and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angel
Brooks
Berry Brooks
W. R Angel
A. EB. Potter
Frank Biddle
Charles Whaley
Kirt McVay
A. L. Evans
Son Appointed Administrator
Ii private court Friday W. 8. South erton, of this city, was appointed ad ministrator of the estate of his father, the late James P. Southerton, of Dover township. The aged Mr. Southerton died a few days ago at the age of 7 years. An inventory and appraise ment of the estate will be taken on October 2, beginning at 1 p. m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southerton
James P. Southerton
Dover Township
New Law Declares Longstanding Roads as County Highways
The law clarifies which roads become county roads and public highways. Roads dedicated to public use for more than twenty years that connect established roads shall be kept in repair by supervisors and may be widened altered or vacated under existing county road procedures.
How to Get Strong
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress St Chicago touts Electric Bitters as a tonic for strength. He cites his feeble mother gaining flesh resolving insomnia and growing stronger. The remedy treats stomach liver and kidney issues and is sold at McKee s Drug Store for 50 cents under guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress St
Chicago
McKee's
Baby Sold For Dollar In Landmark New York Record
The oldest New York County court record notes a deed transferring ownership of a 21 month old boy named Harry Sylvia Eugene Lebeuf from his parents to Eugene Lebeuf and Marie Cecile Lebeuf and Sylvia and Olivelia Ricard. The infant becomes their property during minority and inheritance would not return to the parents if the guardians die. The Ricards are the child’s grandparents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York County
Eugene Lebeuf
Marie Cecile Lebeuf
Sylvia Ricard
Olivelia Ricard
Harry Sylvia Eugene Lebeuf
Mrs. Ricard
Mine Accidents and Their Causes in 1907
A United States Geological Survey report summarizes coal mine deaths and injuries in 1907, noting 3,125 deaths and 5,316 injuries amid uneven state reporting. It details death rates, tons per life lost by state, and the relative fatality of gas explosions versus other causes, with expert commentary on prevention and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Territory
Missouri
Michigan
Kentucky
Arkansas
Utah
West Virginia
Mexico
Alabama
United States Gelogical Survey
RE. W. Parker
Congress
United States Geological Survey
Geological Survey
Dentist J. S. Basom Details Practice on South Court Street
Dr J S Basom dentist operates from South Court Street offering general dental care and routine services.
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New Lok
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J. O. Ayer Co
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Sunday
Sunflower Philosophy
Buckeye State
W. R. Angel
Son
J. S. Basom, D. D. S
South Court Street
Chamberlain
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