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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
3
Andrew Murphy sheriff proclaims election day for state district and county offices in Athens County Ohio. Public notice states November 7 1905 as the held election date with details of time and polling places following Ohio law and amendments.
A list identifies one candidate for each Ohio state office including Governor State Treasurer Supreme Court Judge Public Works Board member and Attorney General. The notice calls for eligible persons to fill these district and statewide roles.
One candidate listed for the office of Representative in the General Assembly of State of Osio for Athens County. One candidate listed for the office of Treasurer for Athens County.
Ohio voters consider a proposed constitutional amendment to exempt certain bonds and property from taxation. The measure would set a uniform rules for valuation of moneys credits investments and property with specific exemptions for state and local bonds and school bonds. Ballot wording biedt yes or no options for Taxation amendments.
A proposed amendment outlines biennial election timing for state and county offices, with other offices voting in odd years. It fixes term lengths for several officials, sets maximum or minimum terms for judges, and describes vacancy filling and return procedures for election officials.
The county executive committee may designate inspectors and witnesses to observe vote counting at each precinct. After polls close, the number of electors voting is certified by the board and proclaimed publicly. The judges destroy ballots remaining unvoted in the presence of clerks and inspectors.
After canvassing votes the judges and clerks must prepare duplicate returns and tally sheets signed and certified. One copy goes to the deputy state supervisors. the other remains with the township or municipal clerk. Returns must be sealed and addressed to proper officers with precinct township and county noted. In First Class cities delivery follows existing law. From counting start until returns are delivered, precinct officials must stay at the polling place or face a fine. Dated Athens Ohio September 30 1905.
A reflective note warns that opals are soft when first mined and can shed pieces easily. It cautions that many men undo potential good by talking too much, urging careful restraint in speech.
Farmers report a rise in seeding acreage from last year. Ellis Brown suffers a severe appendicitis attack. John and Mrs. Kanawha of Marietta visited here last week. William Roberts spent Sunday with relatives on Cooville Ridge. John Hawk and Hugh Mulligan visited Columbus Sunday. Hadley Sloan has brain fever. William Bobo and family were guests of Charles Roberts in Pike Valley Sunday. Reverend Vanhorn held services at Graham chapel. Ed Warner, L. C. Kress of Davis Creek and H. F. Dillinger hunted Saturday, bagging thirty one squirrels. Weber Bobo suffers inflammatory rheumatism. Marvey Shaw’s buggy overturned after a horse frightened on return from a school sing. Jane Flinn received a broken leg. Doctor Evans set it. Antiseptic dressing aids fast healing and pain relief. Chamberlain’s Pain Balm advertised as quick healing antiseptic relief. W. H. McKee and Barton Drug Co. Chauncey, Ohio sell it.
An ad from W. H. McKee's drug store promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia biliary issues and Bright's disease. It promises relief and permanent forgetfulness of troubles at the price of 50 cents with a guarantee.
Mr and Mrs Harry Moore and son Derrell visited Mrs Fannie McCathran and daughter last week. Roy Matheny visited Lancaster fair Friday. Miss Lillian Brown of Chauncey visited her grandparents J K Brown. Dr Hawk and his bride arrived and will reside here with many friends wishing them happiness.
Advertisement notes the tea cures indigestion constipation and liver and kidney troubles with no regard to illness duration. Price listed as 35 cents and mentions Cline's Pharmacy as the seller.
Chestnut picking brings activity to Plantsville on a sunny Sunday. Visitors include Carlos Henry and family of Amesville and E Curtis with Jonathan Fawcett family, L Strahl of Cananville, and others. A baby born to Chas Roberts and wife. Violet Grimes dies of diphtheria. Several families visit and travel, with farming activity notes and residents moving to Mitchell South Dakota.
Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar is advertised as a laxative cough syrup with pine tar honey and other remedies. It claims to ease coughs colds croup whooping cough and promises swift bowel relief and nervous system relaxation. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy with praise from mothers as an ideal remedy for children.
Residents record visits among neighbors in Pike Valley including Clyde Jeffers and Wm Howard in Garden and Burlingham families. Rev Harvey preached at the Christian church. Meigs county and Athens visits noted. Frost nips greens. Snyder’s mill moved to David Pierce farm. Jerseyville marshal keeps peace during a tense officer election meeting.
An advertisement urges mothers to continue giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to young children, claiming it is safe and effective for coughs colds and croup with a world reputation. Sold by McKee and Barton Drug Co Chauncey Ohio for 7% commission.
Amusement notes praise The Clay Baker as an unusual strong plot drama with humor. William V. Mong, famed character actor, headlines a single Saturday performance on October 21 after praise from Parkersburg and other cities. Secure seats in advance for a memorable evening. Some flowers and herbs with fragrant healthful uses are mentioned.
All coughs colds and pulmonary complaints that are curable are quickly cured by One Minute Cough Care. It clears inflammation heals and soothes the affected part strengthens the lungs wards off pneumonia. Harmless to take. Sold by Oline's Pharmacy.
The quote urges equal effort toward building healthy routines and breaking poor ones. It emphasizes consistency, self discipline, and steady practice to replace negative patterns with positive ones over time.
Curtis J. Martin charges the unknown heirs of Catherine Buckingham and others with claims to land near the Hocking River in Sections three and four, Town 9 Range 14. He seeks to quiet title and enjoin others from asserting rights, with defendants required to answer by October 12, 1905. Attorney: Harry G. Stalder.
Notices state elementary certificate exams in Athens on the first Saturday of each month. High school and special certificates exams on the first Saturday in September December March and June. Additional exams at Stewart Nelsonville and Glouster on first Saturday of May June and July. Boxwell exams at Athens and Glouster on the second Saturday in May. By order of the Board of Examiners M M Bryson Clerk.
Ad promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea claiming it gives red lips laughing eyes sweet breath and good looks. Available as tea or tablets for 5 cents at Cline's Pharmacy.
Advertises a cure claiming fast relief for colds with a money back guarantee. Mentions Grove as a signature on each box and references a refund policy if the cure fails.
The undersigned B. PF. Baker states he will not pay any debts contracted by his wife Maggie Baker from October 1 1005. Any credit extended her will not be recognized by him and the notice discharges him from liability for such debts.
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