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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1907
Page
5
Twelve to fifteen names appear among visitors and locals recounting years past. Prominent figures like Sylvester Dunn and David Hoagland share memories while others travel for health visits, church services, or to attend a Masonic cornerstone ceremony in Marietta.
Mr and Mrs Charles Bolen and family join the Dailey reunion Sunday. Arch Johnson and Lena visit Mr and Mrs Charles Knowliton while William Knowlton visits his parents. Scarlet fever scare fades and children return to school. Grange fair at Carpenter draws near. Ray Bailes and Claude Howard visit relatives. Flossie Knowlton visits Golda Bailes.
Local church, family, and visiting news from Hockingport and nearby towns. Revered F Parkins returns to Coolville circuit for another year of work. many friends host guests from Providence Parkersburg Little Hocking Torch and Zanesville. Clara Rebecca Parker dies at six weeks, described as a bright gem in heaven.
Mr. Lewis Miller of Shottown was seen in the area on business last week.
Mrs. Gardner of Columbus is guest of her sister Mrs. James. Mr. and Mrs. George Dean of Ireland and Mr. and Mrs. George Jones stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dunfee over Sunday. Mr. Dansizer of Marietta was here last week for his wife’s typhoid illness. Mrs. Jones and children Ruth and Marshall of Zanesville visit their aunt Mrs. James. Willie Fultz sold his farm share to Mr. Turner of West Virginia. Mrs. Addison Dunfee and sister Mrs. Long of Thayer Iowa, visiting W Va relatives, will spend days with Mrs. Annie Dunfee and relatives.
Albany notes list visits and guests from several towns including Pomeroy Columbus Newark and Nelsonville. Families such as Wells Cline Harsey Adkins Moore and Jack are mentioned along with reunions at Dailey Grove Amesville and church moves involving Rev. F M Moore and Rev D R Reece.
Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Kincade of Stewart visited Lydia Kincade. Mrs. Blanche Cray of Carthage stayed with her father Ed Bean. Grover Bean of Athens spent the weekend with Wesley Bean. A Koeh ler and Warner sale attracted many attendees. Misses Lenna Myrta Calvert and Blanche Kincade visited South Canaan friends. Mrs. Minnie Bean and Mrs. Sadie Bean visited Mrs. Alice Bean. Essie Price of Athens visited her grandfather Thomas Tresize. Mrs H L Calvert and Mrs Lydia were mentioned among locals.
Kincade visited Mr and Mrs Earl Butts on Friday. Fred Dorr of Canaanville stayed with Miss Minnie Rode Haver Sunday. Whit Bean and J A Buck hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Buck of Guys. Harry Wharff left for two weeks in Pike County. Mrs John Starkey and Tina Bean visited their parents Wesley and Blanche Bean Thursday. Farmers report busy corn harvest. Jane Williard stayed overnight with Alec and Mrs Blanche Burch visited her sister in Athens. Elmer Rodehaver and Will Bean visited their parents Saturday and Sunday. Blanche Cray and Veria Bean traveled to Athens Friday. Martin Kincade of South Canaan passed through en route to Guysville.
Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Dent visited relatives near Hibbardsville over Sunday. Miss Blanche Roberts of Hobart Oklahoma visits friends and relatives. Mrs. L. W. Russell traveled to Athens Thursday. Rev. Carroll will fill his regular appointment at the M. E. Church Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Christman began teaching in Jacksonville last Monday. Mrs. A. Bell of Jacksonville visited her sister Mrs. C. L Sanders of this place. Mrs. Roma Dent visited Athens Monday. Mr. Hiram Wyatt of Butler Missouri is visiting relatives here.
The report lists numerous local residents visiting Jerseyville and hosting guests including Jesse Pierce welcoming an eleven pound boy. Attendees include Grant Bolen, S Woodruff, Hesaie, Fred Bush, Wayne Kenney, Dr Beal, Emery family, Mrs Call Pierce, Cora, Elder Alkire, and many others. Whooping cough is reported in the area.
Church will be held at Wm. Hickert's on Tuesday. Andrew Aaronagh and Master Daniel were guests of O. J. Griffin and sister Kate over Saturday. Mrs. Regard visits friends in Washington county. Canaan Coal Co. shaft reports progress. Mr. Bethel visited coal mines on Monday. George Regan made a business visit in Amestown on Tuesday.
Mrs Elmer Poston and son Clinton visited her brother Charles Bishop over the weekend. John Hawk moved his family into the home vacated by George Meighen. Koehler and Warner’s gate drew several attendees as Blackwood school progresses with Leroy Pierce nearby. A number of residents received announcements of the...
On Saturday October 5 in Wheeling West Virginia a marriage will unite a well known bride the daughter of Mr and Mrs Cyrus Moore with a groom formerly a teacher and college graduate now employed by the Baltimore and Ohio railroad in Cleveland Ohio The couple will reside at 11634 West Detroit avenue after October 15 and will be at home to friends there.
General Grosvenor discusses English unemployment, tariff policy, and American trade strength. He cites England’s protest against US protections, notes Britain’s reliance on imports, and observes European reactions to US tariff influence and tin plate industry shifts.
Instructions describe cutting a fabric strip to form four blankets of convenient size. The process uses open cuts four inches around the center, folding into four blankets, binding with ribbon, and finishing with a blanket stitch. Work with a double thread and bring the needle between threads.
A recipe lists ingredients including flour cornmeal sour milk sour cream salt soda sugar and eggs. Whites are folded in last and batter is baked in a hot greased waffle iron and served hot.
After peeling apples or any stain on the skin rub with a lemon step by step. Dig the nails well in so that lemon juice goes under them. Then wash in warm water with no soap.
The text notes that for household use ammonia, a tablespoonful to a quart of water is the typical proportion. This guidance reflects common practice for cleaning or sanitizing tasks in the period.
An advertisement from Security Savings Bank ow shows a plate offer to customers who start saving for their family. The note directs readers to see page eight for details and lists the bank as the Security Savings Bank.
A note describes M. Larousse attempting suicide by self harming his reflection in a glass mirror as a preliminary experiment before his own demise. The text also references Pele Mele in a brief, ambiguous context.
An old Security Savings Bank plate ad urges readers that money kept there is safe and will earn interest, promoting the bank's security and returns.
A couple visited downtown to pick a new rug for their parlor. They could not agree on patterns, so they compromised by choosing the one the wife preferred. The exchange was noted in a Chicago News item.
A judge recalls a grim incident involving Tim who faced a fatal accident while carrying a dangerous device. The court notes a serious mishap and expresses sympathy for Tim’s family as details surface.
In Valuables Only a salesman touts a novelty model called the an thracite refrigerator. The pitch explains a top compartment for meat and fire, a bottom for coats, and a time lock on the door. The dialogue is set in the Cleveland Plain Dealer style.
A bank states that plates given to new depositors are not inducements to take any action but are a simple compliment from the institution. The note frames the gesture as a courtesy rather than a marketing incentive.
A fragment notes a plan to quiet Bryan and Carrie Nation by removing the army and navy, seeking a period of sweetsome peace. The readable text hints at a pacifist or satirical proposal amid tumult.
The article lists five major railroad systems including the rebate, graft, gentlemen's agreement, and campaign contribution systems. It asks what the fifth system is, implying a discussion of corrupt or influencing practices within the industry.
Roosevelt warns against bluffing and insists on making good in poker style quip. The piece notes the President’s stance on bluffing and integrity, reflecting his known insistence on truth and reliability.
A Washington correspondent questions the writer’s reliability noting his claim that Mr. Wu will return in due course. The critique implies doubt about the correspondent’s veracity and confidence in his reporting.
President Roosevelt says only two battle tunes matter Dixie and Garry Owen while acknowledging a flood of fighting words in wartime. He emphasizes unity and vigilance as the nation mobilizes.
Report notes a lack of contact from Mr. Fairbanks on the day snakes were spotted at the White House and mentions his non attendance as a factor in the account.
Edward H. Harriman expresses condolences to the Mississippi River captain who faced government opposition, signaling cross party concern in a tense maritime dispute.
Pittsburg Gazette Times notes Lilian Russell declaring divorce as one of the greatest blessings in the world. The featured opinion reflects her stance on marriage rights and personal independence.
Jim Hill states there will be no more railroads built in the country. The Philadelphia North American discusses his stance on railroad expansion and its implications for transport and industry.
Trial catarrh treatments are mailed free by request to Dr. Shoop Racine Wisconsin. Tests show the value of this scientific prescription known to drug gists as Dr Shoop Catarrh Remedy, sold by Henderson Crider Drug Co.
Henderson-Crider Drug Co offers a 25 cent toothbrush with a satisfaction guarantee. If any bristles fall out, customers may receive a new brush or a full refund. The ad asserts confidence in their product with a promise to look them up.
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