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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1903
Page
9
Readings drawn from earth and sea sources will be used by the Messenger and Herald family for material. The plan emphasizes diverse themes and aims to engage readers with timely, informative content.
A collection of quips and cynical vignettes on politics, weather, farming, and daily life. Notable lines reference Tom Jolson campaigns, Hanna and Johnson, and Peary. also mentions Hood’s Sarsaparilla and rheumatism. Includes stray notes on Athens Ohio and Indiana governors.
A mix of opinion on potential war between Japan, Russia, and Manchuria, with vivid imagery of dawn and fate shaping Asia’s map. Also coverage of Miss May Geelet’s engagement to the Duke of Roxburgh and favorable views on the match. Includes an advertisement for Hagee’s Cordial of Cod Liver Oil.
Pierpont Ohio October report tells of A. Turner age seventy one who suffered severe kidney trouble waking four to five times nightly. After trying other remedies he found relief and permanent cure with Dodd's Kidney Pills. Turner and several family members endorse the medicine as having no equal and widely available through dealers.
Marriage license records show pairs including J. E. Bennett with Laura Gill of Athens and J. O. McCoy with Mary Landis of Athens. Additional couples include Elmer Allen of Wellston with Eunice Jones of Glouster and Pearl Wray with Sophia Lemons of Athens. Other entries list J. Whitmore with Ida M. Palmer of Buchtel and D. J. McKinley with Mary A. Whitfield of Jacksonville and more pairs in Athens area.
The Athens county board of elections awarded the ballot printing contract for the upcoming election. Four bids were reviewed, and Messenger & Herald won with the lowest bid of $50 to print 18 000 ballots.
The article notes that politicians in this country face similar difficulties in forming platforms as European leaders struggle to assemble cabinets. It contrasts domestic and continental challenges in coalition building and policy alignment.
An advertisement touts Bosche's German Syrup as a universal remedy for severe throat and lung troubles. It claims the syrup heals tissue, destroys germ disease, reduces inflammation, aids expectoration, and restores rest, with a price of 25 cents per bottle offered by druggists.
An entrance to the hall hosts Chamberlain who will deliver a tariff speech, noted that tariff talk is cheaper on this side of the water. The line hints at cross Atlantic interest in tariff policy.
J C Mount of Three Mile Bay New York drove a ten penny nail through the fleshy part of his hand. He applied Chamberlain's Pain Balm and reports immediate pain relief and quick healing. Sold by McKee's Drug Store.
Report says Mr. Bryan plans a European trip but Ohio Democrats and Republicans alike urge him to remain for the campaign, fearing loss of momentum and support.
The advertisement declares DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve the only Pure Witch Hazel product and warns against counterfeit salves. It touts effectiveness for cuts burns bruises tetter piles and other ailments and notes sale at Cline's Pharmacy.
The finest marksman in the United States army is E Hawkins a colored man and quartermaster sergeant of the 24th infantry.
Mrs Havil of Armonk New York reports her daughter’s near fatal attack of whooping cough and bronchitis ended by Dr King’s New Discovery. A niece with advanced consumption also improved, proving the remedy’s value. Describes its power against throat and lung diseases. 500c and 1.00 bottles sold by W H McKee with trial bottles free.
Street Commissioner McCormick reports about 226 Athens residents have paid or arranged poll tax work. Several warned individuals have not yet acted, including Ned Hawkins Dana Williams Okey Hall James Wood Bert Carskaden Lew Kelley Barney Slaughter Bob Cramer Peter Carsey Lewis Cross Frank Thompson Guy Graham James Graham John Young Wm Thompson Harvey Carpenter Peter Sams. affidavits were issued for two day failure to work or pay and will appear before Mayor Logan. </s>
In Police Court A Haffner and E Hill were jailed Friday for carrying more stimulants than they could safely sail. Mayor Logan fined each $8.40. Jesse Thompson, sought for months over a drunkenness fine, paid $9.90 after failing to clear a prior debt and returning from Lancaster. He was jailed briefly then sentenced to work off 89.90 on the streets but scraped up the cash.
General Fanston notes Alaska feels very cold after long campaigns in the Philippines. He describes the climate as severe for a soldier used to tropical environments and combat fatigue.
A historic anecdote connects John Wesley to a remark about repetition and then promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for colds and grip and a guard against pneumonia. It notes product availability at McKee's Drug store.
A terse analysis notes that national prosperity no longer hinges on Wall Street while politicians remain appreciably influenced by Wall Street interests, suggesting a shift in economic power dynamics and political leverage.
A Chicago man extols kindness over deeds and urges helping hand and cheer. He praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe cure for colds, noting it prevents pneumonia and has helped him many times. McKee's Drug Store sells it.
In Delaware about one thousand people watched the public whipping of fourteen prisoners in the New Castle county jail yard. Such scenes are rare in the twentieth century.
S LeQuinn of Cavendish Vermont was troubled by chronic constipation. After using Dr King’s New Life Pills his condition improved and he was cured. Pills priced 25 cents at W H McKee’s Drugs Store.
Mrs W J Saylor of Hilliard Pa reports cure from severe dyspepsia after using Kodol. The ad lists symptoms such as loss of appetite, weakness, nervousness, headaches, constipation and indigestion. It claims Kodol resists stomach acids and acts as a tonic and reconstructive agent, purifying and sweetening the stomach, sold by Cline's Pharmacy.
Negroes in the District of Columbia organize a suffrage league while white men show indifference to disenfranchisement.
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