Buckley Post Replies to Grant Fund Drive for Silver Service
Akron reports Buckley Post G. A. R. answers Ed Grant Middleport and opposes contributions to fund a silver service for the battleship Ohio. The letter questions patriotism tests and cites veterans aging about 63, noting their limited earning ability and the political pressure behind the appeal. It aims to circulate among Ohio G. A. R. posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron
Buckley Post
Ed .S. Grant
Middleport
Ohio
Troy Townships Interesting S S Convention at Bethel
The Troy township Sunday school convention met at the Bethel Methodist Church on Saturday. Rev. M. R. Crabbe led devotion after a song service. A well arranged program and good attendance pleased all. Mrs. S. B. Smith presided over singing with a fine choir and choicest music. A noon dinner praised by Bethel volunteers. Schools from Coolville Torch and Ireland attended, plus four workers from Ho linkingport. G. W. DeWeese S. S. Humphrey and Mrs. J. M. Tidd planned the program and next convention site. Bethel proved a fitting venue and all went home satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy Township
Methodist Church
Bethel
M. R. Crabbe
Smith
Coolville
Torch
Ireland
Hockingport
G. W. DeWeese
Humphrey
J. M. Tidd
Two Inmates Die At State Hospital
David J. Davis aged 52 died at the state hospital on Monday after thirty years as an inmate and a six year illness. Funeral held at Oak Hill. Edward Cavince aged 69 also died at the hospital after seven months as an inmate. Remains sent to New Lexington for burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David J. Davis
State Hospital
Davis
Oak Hill
Edward Cavince
Cavinee
New Lexington
Athens County Sunday School Convention Sets Big Local Meeting
The Athens County Sunday school convention in Glouster promises top talent from south eastern Ohio with Rev. Crooks of Pomeroy Miss Clara Ewart of Warren and O U faculty. Public seats are offered and free entertainment for delegates who secure an appointment and report their name to the secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Ohio
Crooks
Pomeroy
Clara Ewart
Warren
O. U
Glouster
Mary G. Rine
Company K 89th O V L reunion held in Hockingport
In Hockingport on Sept 26 Company K 89th O V L met at Horace Knowles home for their annual reunion. Fourteen members answered roll call and resolutions noted the deaths of Delmar Stone and Virgil Parsons. Officers were reelected and plans made to meet again at Geo D Stones’ father’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.O. Richardson
L. Richardson
Wm. Magee
Jas. Campbell
Jas. Belch
Geo. Sims
Ezra Barrows
Jos. M. Barrows
A. D. Hollister
Chas. L. Knowles
Edward L. Carlton
Samuel McCain
Company
A. H. McTaggart
Jos. Chambers
J. R. Beebe
Wm. Doles
John H. France, Jr
McGrath
A. V. Paulk
Curtis Rainer
A. McAwley
Geo. D. Stone
Benjamin Gibbs
Delmar F. Stone
Virgil Parsons
Richardson
Company K
Rheumatism Pain Cited Sarsaparilla Relief
A letter from Sidney, Ontario claims Hood's Sarsaparilla removes rheumatic causes and eases swollen joints in fingers toes and arms. The writer notes relief allows activity after long rest and that no external application can cure rheumatism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Apa Dory
Sidney
Lona
J N Dictates Message to the People
The diurnal feature bills J N as a famed non lawyer whose supposed life in Cincinnati is debunked. Col Watson defends him as the only philosopher, noting J N’s Ohio farming roots in Wyandotte County. The missive references Maj J W Free of Urbana and a wartime disagreement over right, ending with a reflection on reconciliation and value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.N
J. N
Col. Watson
Aspen
Cincinnati
McooCutcheonville
Wyandotte County
Ohio
J. W. Free
Urbana
Post
Aes N
Scott's Emulsion Ad Highlights Weight Gain Claim
An advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion claiming a young woman paid eight cents a pound for twelve pounds of “flesh” and gained twelve pounds through regular doses. It asserts value varies by buyer and promises a free tree with purchases, listing Scott & Bowne as chemists at 409 Pearl Street New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Convention plans for October 14 15 in Glouster
Hart Jacksonville urged schools to appoint delegates by Monday October 10. Blank credentials will be mailed. write the secretary if not received. A large party from Albany and stations south of Glouster is expected to boost attendance. The convention runs October 18 14 and 15 in Glouster, per President J. H. Kirkpatrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hart
Jacksonville
O. S
Albany
Glouster
J. H. Kirkpatrick
Man Retrieves Wine Bottle to Christen Connecticut
Frank Ryan, ex U S navy, recovered the christening bottle after Miss Welles failed to break it on the battleship Connecticut. A shipmate of James A. Miller, Athens' Civil War naval officer, Ryan recounted climbing to the bow, cutting hands as the cord frayed, and declaring I christen thee Connecticut as he struck the ship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Ryan
U. S. Navy
Miss Welles
Connecticut
Athens
James A. Miller
Mr. Ryan
Athens Sand Company Organized For Quarrying Sand
The Athens Sand company formed with Athens capital plans quarrying and shipping a rare sandstone sand free from quicksand and coal. Quarries are on the Armitage farm with long term rights granted. They shipped one car daily since organizing and expect growth with a cement block plant next spring. Names withheld pending permanent arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Sand Company
Athens
Armitage
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Offered for Body Ailments
San Jose ad lists Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for eruptions sores kidneys and liver troubles constipation and indigestion. Available in tea or tablet form at Cline's Pharmacy for 35 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Cline
Excursion Rates for County Sunday School Convention
The Ohio Central Lines offer a one and one third fare to Glouster for the Sunday School Convention October 13 14 and 15 Tickets on sale Thursday and Friday returnable Saturday Delegates should be appointed now and report to Mary G Rinehart secretary Jacksonville This last call invites all schools to attend Athens county's largest 5S convention and bring Bible tablet and pencil for a time of fellowship and learning
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Central
Athens County
Mary G. Rineheart
Jacksonville
Humorous Note on Political Parties in the Season
In a light remark during the silly season, a half dozen men are said to display notable restraint when they meet, avoiding forming a political party or nominating a presidential ticket.
Easy Task Soap Brings Clean Carpet and Bright Colors
An advertisement touts EASY TASK SOAP as a quick carpet cleaner. A lather is made on the floor to scrub the carpet, then wiped clean for a fresh look. The copy notes it costs 5 cents per bar and advises asking a grocer. Also promotes Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets and McKee’s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
McKee’s Drug Store
Cursed Money Stops A Man From Doing The Impossible
A wry proverb notes that most men will not undertake certain tasks for cash, yet those are precisely the duties they cannot perform regardless of wealth. The saying frames money as powerless against inherent limits.
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Cures Piles After Twenty Years
H A Tisdale of Sammerton suffered twenty years with piles. Remedies failed until DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve provided relief. Genuine DeWitts made by E D & Co Chicago. cures piles cuts burns eczema and skin diseases. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Tisdale
Sammerton
DeWitt
DeWitts
Cline
Neighborly Bond Tells Quiet Truth Behind Sweet Songs
A concise reflection portrays a young man next door to a young vocalist who trusts that the tender melodies left unsung hold deeper resonance than those voiced aloud. The line hints at intimate perception and unspoken admiration within neighborhood life.
Dr King's New Life Pills Featured in Local Robbery Tale
Cavendish Vermont resident LeQuinn reports a break in at his home tied to chronic health issues. The advertisement claims the pills arrest the condition and cure the trouble, priced 25 cents at W. H. McKee's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LeQuinn
Cavendish
Dr. King
W. H. McKee
Notice of Divorce Hearing in Athens County Ohio
Mabel Haughee files for divorce from defendant of Ft Wayne Indiana in Athens County Court of Common Pleas. Grounds cited gross neglect of duty over three years. Hearing set after October 2 1904. defendant must answer by then or default will be entered. Attorneys Lewis and Sayre. Sept 22-16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. Wayne
Indiana
Court of Common Pleas
Athens County
Ohio
Mabel Russell
Mabel Haughee
Lewis & Sayre
Notice to contractors for county ballots 1904 Athens Ohio
The Board of Deputy State Supervisors of Elections of Athens County Ohio invites sealed proposals for printing and furnishing 20000 regular and 7000 official school ballots for the November 1904 election. Ballots to be in 35 books and 20 books respectively, perforated with round holes, consecutively numbered, bound with wire, and sealed to match voting precincts. bid bond required. board may reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Supervisors of Elections
Athens County
Ohio
Athens
Public Auction Notice of Barnhill Estate Real Estate Sale
Probate Court of Athens County Ohio orders sale of 46.31 acres in Alexanders Athens County. Auction on Saturday October 22 1904 at 10 o'clock AM on premises. Property described with specifics and exceptions. Appraised at 500 dollars. Terms one third cash one third in three months and one third in six months with mortgage security. Benjamin F Barnhill as administrator. Charles D Hopkins attorney. Sept 22-5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Probate Court
Athens County
Ohio
John Ackley
Aaron Barnhill
Benjamin F. Barnhill
Samuel Barnhill
Charles D. Hopkins
Tramp at the Bar Declines Drink Initiative
A bar patron declines a drink offer in a terse exchange, highlighting personal choice and autonomy in social drinking dynamics. The moment underscores individual boundaries in public social settings.
Seasonable Advice On Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Advise readers to stock Chamberlain's Cough Remedy this season to ward off winter colds. Take it at first sign of a cold for prompt, satisfactory results before it settles in the system. The remedy is widely known and preferred, with McKee's Drug Store as the seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKee’s Drag Store
Elasticity of Youth: Trials of Being Young
A concise meditation on how youth remains flexible and vulnerable as it faces constant pressure to adapt. The line suggests that the very trait praised as vitality becomes a burden through ongoing expectations.
Kodol Cure Restores Tex. Merchant’s Health After Illness
J B Taylor of Chriesman Texas credits Kodol Cure with restoring his strength after a severe stomach ailment. He says after four bottles he regained weight and health and endorses the product. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Taylor
Chriesman
Tex
Cline’s
Harmacy
Neighborly Love In Dimpled Sunny Sixteen
A whimsical meditation on loving one’s neighbor as oneself when the neighbor is described as dimpled rosy and sunny at sixteen, framing a lighthearted reflection on attraction and innocence. This fragment hints at nostalgic social mood and playful flirtation.
Save Clothes and Money with Easy Task Laundry Soap
A 5 cent bar of Easy Task washes woolens safely and prevents shrinking. The ad promises relief for housewives by using this laundry soap and urges adding it to the next grocery order to save clothes, money, and nerves.
It Is Easy to Be Good Natured When You Impose Will
A brief, pointed remark on the social dynamic of power and personality, noting how control over others can shape behavior and perceived cheerfulness. The sentence suggests a critique of insistence on dominance in social relations.
Traveling peddler touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
A traveling man reports druggist inquiries about cough medicine for adults or children and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe and effective for coughs colds and croup. Sold at We's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
We's Drug Store
Girl Imagines Proposal Mood As Man Debates Suitor
A reflective line envisions a girl weighing a man’s reaction to a marriage proposal. She quickly judges whether he would accept and how he might present himself in that moment.
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Pearl Street
New York
Workman
Battleship
Sand Company Organize
Agnes Westley
Wells Street
Marinette
Wis
Cardus
Bec’y
North Wisconsin Holland Society
Thedford
Ayer
Tam
H. K. BunTis
Bedda
Minn
J.C. Ayer CO
Lowell, Mass
David K. Haughee
Ames
Alexander Bern
Carthage
Canaan
Dover
Lee Lodi
Rome
Troy
Waterloo
York
Trimble
EK. C. Woodworth
First Nat Athens
Nee Bank Building
Savings
Home Savings Bank
Bank of Athens
United
J. D. Brown
W. B. Golden
James GC. Jones
W. A. Hibbard Undertaker
Office
Warren Building
Postoffice
Bell
Hone
Basom
D. D
South Court Street
Ors, C. H
Edna Thompson
H. H. Haning
Athens Ohio
Fire and Life Insurance
R. H. T. Lee
Union St
Chas. W. Secoy
Bower Brothers
North Court Street
Stewart, Nelsonville
Giouster
Boxwell
Gaysville
Enten
Yoo Bates
Suneeer
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