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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1895
Page
4
Long column advocates Republican critique of Campbell and Democratic fiscal policy. Names many local offices and candidates in Ohio. Includes commentary on pensions, Wall Street influence, and Republican vs Democratic outlooks with references to McKinley policy and European wheat trade. A brief nod to sports notes says baseball is in season while football arrives.
The Times-Star disputes Mr. Campbell over state spending under Campbell and McKinley administrations. It cites official records showing variances in department costs, house upkeep, railroads, fisheries, printing, and state hospitals. The piece urges readers to compare per capita inmate costs and to consult the Laws of Ohio for exact appropriations, asserting Republicans administered taxpayers’ money more efficiently. It labels Campbell’s claims as braggadocio and urges verification of the official records.
Vermont’s McGinniss lauds Dr Green’s Nervura blood and nerve remedy as a cure for nervous debility and related illnesses. He claims wide usage and recommends the medicine, noting its non patent status and free consultations. The piece also cites innovations in glass bricks, glass cloth, Simmons Liver Regulator testimonials, and paper pulp telegraph poles. It ends with high bicycle sales and projected growth next year.
A promotional piece extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for female diseases and fatigue. Letters from women praise its effects, claiming restored strength and health. The text juxtaposes sighs and aging with advertisements and endorsements from readers.
McKinley calls for sweeping Republican unity in Ohio urging votes for the entire state ticket and a U S Senate favorable to Republican policy. He emphasizes electing Foraker and Sherman, warns against home turnout reductions, and recalls past party victories to set a national pace. He also references pension vetoes and Cleveland era sentiments in a broader defense of reform and patriotism.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best blood remedy, claiming it cures thousands of scrofula and salt rheum cases after other medicines fail. It asserts cleansing and vitalizing effects on blood poisoning and invites readers to write for further details.
Advertises B and B autumn and winter dress goods including foreign and American fabrics at low prices. Highlights 32 inch fabrics at 22 cents a yard, 36 inch Storm Serge in navy at 20 cents, 36 inch Chameleon Jacquard Sailings at 35 cents, various 36 inch and 50 inch suiting options, and 50 to 35.00 yard goods. Emphasizes samples, imitation high-class goods, and large assortments.
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