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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1907

Page

3

Harmful Tus sock Moth Infest Athens Urged Extermination

W F Copeland Ph D explains the Tus sock moth threatens Athens shade trees with multiple broods per season. He details life stages from eggs to caterpillars pupae and adults and notes vast egg masses on buildings and trees. He urges removal of egg clusters and birds as natural controls.

W. F. Copeland Athens State Street L. O. Howard United State Department of Agriculture Farnerers North America Kanner Nebraska

Nelsonville Couples Apply for Marriage Licenses

In a busy probate court Saturday five licenses were issued, four to Nelsonville pairs and one to a Murray City groom to be. The list includes William F. Thompson and Bessie Ayers both of Nelsonville, and William Stahl with Bessie Dewhurst of Nelsonville, with bride’s father consent noted for the latter.

Nelsonville Murray City Fred Coakley Jessie Dailey Fred Lynch William F. Thompson Miner Bessie Ayers William Stahl Bessie Dewhurst Bride Percy L. Errington

Nelsonville Couples Marry. Murray City Miner Weds Buchtel Native

In a small Nelsonville ceremony, the couples Fred Coakley 28 and Jessie Donley 21, both of Nelsonville, along with Maude L Alart 22 and her groom’s father who secured a license, reflect early 20th century nuptials. Arthur Robson 19 of Murray City wed Nora Lewis 29 of Buchtel, with license secured by the groom’s father.

Heer Maude L. Alart Nelsonville Fred Coakley Jessie Donley Arthur Robson Murray City Nora Lewis Buchtel

Sunday School Convention to Meet in Athens

Annual gathering of the Athens Sunday School association will convene at Athens Christian church on Friday and Saturday. A luncheon for officers teachers and delegates is planned for 5 30 p m Friday in the church basement. The program promises active discussion and strong participation from county schools with Athens to host and entertain delegates.

Athens Athens Sunday School Association Athens Christian Church

Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed for Kidney Trouble

Athens resident G. J. Eddy reports a backache and irregular kidney action improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills bought at Henderson's drug store. He notes less nocturnal urination, restored rest, and near elimination of back pain, pledging continued use. Doan's marketed nationwide by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo. Remember the name Doan's.

Dean Athens G. J. Eddy Mast State Street Ohio Henderson’s Doan Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Local Notes From Athens Area Residents And Visitors

A. J. Carbaugh plans an addition to his residence. Mrs. Anna Cook of Athens returns home after visiting sister Mrs. W. H. Sauters. Charlie Chase is on the sick list. Mrs. Emma Sauters visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. James Brown of Shade. Miss Octa Woodyard returns from Lancaster where she visited her uncle F. G. Brooks at the Boys' Industrial school. Miss Blanch Sauters of Athens spends weekend with her parents here. C. A. Bolin and family of Athens visited Lewis Jeffers last week. Local school progresses nicely under Everett White. Rev. Upton to fill regular Chase church appointments Sunday night, November 3. William Martin takes possession of his farm recently purchased from Charles Roeck. Roeck returns to Columbus for employment. We regret losing neighbor Miss Nancy Jacob, injured by a broken hip about a year ago, still in serious condition at age 80.

Charlies Chase Eimma Sauters James Brown Shade Octa Woodyard Lancaster F. G. Brooks Boys’ Industrial School Blanch Sauters Athens C. A. Bolin Lewis Jeffers Everett White Upton Chase Church William Martin Charles Roeck Roeck Columbus Nancy Jacob

Dean's Ointment Relief Ad Sparks Quick Cure Claim

Itching and skin eruptions described as torturing and disfiguring are promised quick relief and lasting cures by Dean's Ointment. The advertisement states the product costs fifty cents and is available at any drug store.

Dean

Millfield Notes On Local Meetings And Visits

Mr A B Christman M E Christman and Mrs Pearl Christman attended the 8 E O T A at Logan on Friday and Saturday. The OTA C is progressing nicely under Fred Werner. W E Itiley, superintendent of Trimble schools, was calling on friends here Thursday evening. A large number were present.

A. B. Christman M. E. Christman Pearl Christman Logan Fred Werner W. E. Itiley Trimble

Witnesses Attend Bonfire at This Place

The report notes a bonfire event at this place last week. It mentions the upcoming C. T. R. meeting on Friday evening, November 1, and Mr Werner urging all workers at this place to attend. Irene Russell hosted a large gathering of local youths last Wednesday evening.

DeWitt’s Little Early Riser Pills Sold by Cline's Pharmacy

Obsolete remedy claim notes constipation and headaches relieved promptly by DeWitt’s Little Early Riser Pills sold at Cline's Pharmacy.

DeWittt Cline

Local News Briefs Reflect Community Happenings

Edward Sheridan remains convalescent after illness. Lucinda Sloan and daughter Hattie visited Aaron Brown and family on Sunday. Charles Oxley repairs a barn roof. Funeral attendees from this place joined Miss Rose Walsh’s service in Athens. Edward Cranmer and family and William Anthony and family visited F C White’s household. Everett Roush, previously seriously ill, shows improvement. Mrs Charles Brown, recently moved to Athens, called on former neighbors. Young teachers Stella Bogo Sossie Cranmer Ethel Bobo and Mary Mulligan report good progress in their classes.

Edward Sheridan Lucinda Sloan Hattie Aaron Brown Charles Oxley Rose Walsh Athens Edward Cranmer William Anthony F. C. White Everett Roush Charles Brown Stella Bogo Sossie Cranmer Ethel Bobo Mary Mulligan

Social Visits Move Through Several Towns This Week

Mr Edward Rickey and sister Misa Ada spent Saturday and Sunday with friends at Harrisonville. Miss Jane Skelly spent one day last week with Aldo Minear and family. E W McVay of this place and El mer Golden of tAheas looked after business near Luhrig Monday. Mrs John Gillogey and daughter Blanche were in Athens Saturday. Miss Alma Hanning and Ira of Jerseyville were visiting nearby. Miss Margaret Allen was shopping in Athens Saturday. J W Buxton of this place was an Athens visitor Saturday. Mrs Linna McVay and daughter Jane of this place were visiting in Marsifield Saturday.

Edward Rickey Misa Ada Harrisonville Jane Skelly Aldo Minear E. W. McVay Elmer Golden tAheas Luhrig John Gillogey Blanche Athens Alma Hanning Ira Jerseyville Margaret Allen J. W. Buxton Linna McVay Jane Marsifield

Dr Thomas Electric Oil Cures Toothache Ear Ache

Advertises Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a universal remedy for toothache ear ache sore throat and bruises claiming fast pain relief for all conditions. The copy emphasizes broad healing powers and immediate comfort.

Thomas

Miners Plan Higher Court Appeal Over West Virginia Ban

Miners intend to carry their case to higher courts despite West Virginia courts enjoining United Mine Workers officials from proselytizing in the coal region. Vice President Tom N Lewis and District 6 leaders Green and Savage are named in the action. The American Federation of Labor organizers support the miners in seeking removal of the injunction.

West Virginia United Mine Workers Great Chorce Tom N. Lewis Miners’ National Organization Green Savage District Feers Tion of

Public Building Funds Stalled Awaiting Congressional Action

General Grosvenor pushes for site and $100,000 for Athens Ohio building project but no appropriation exists. Tawney and Beekman Winthrop indicate Congress and Treasury support a deficieny bill to fund the lot and start work. St. John of Wooster noted as an official in Marietta football season coverage.

General GrosVenor Congress James A. Tawney Committee On Appropriations Mr. Tawney General Groevenor Treasury Department Tawney Treasury Charlies H. Grosvenor

Marietta Beats West Virginia In Parkersburg Football

Marietta college defeated West Virginia University 4 to 2 at Parkersburg. Marietta scored early on a field goal and Morgantown added a late safety. West Virginia failed to use forward passes and relied on heavy line play while Marietta stayed defensive throughout.

Marietta College West Virginia University Parkersburg Marietta Morgantown Marielta West Virginians

Peculiar Wreck Delays B and O Traffic in Parkersburg

A wreck on the Baltimore and Ohio in Parkersburg involved two box cars loaded with merchandise tipping onto their sides near the approach of the large bridge. The track was cleared quickly but traffic was delayed for several hours.

Parkersburg

Burdock Blood Bitters Promoted for Health

Purports to purify the blood and aid digestion, strengthing the stomach bowels and liver. Claims include improving sluggish bowels and stomach discomfort through the herbal preparation Burdock Blood Bitters.

Hyomei Cure Promises Money Back Guarantee

Testimonials from Athens and nearby towns claim Hyomei cures catarrhal troubles. Henderson-Crider offers money back if Hyomei does not fulfill claims. The air-borne treatment uses a pocket inhaler with no stomach drugs and costs $1 for a full outfit.

Athens Henderson-Crider

Snake incident at fair ground involving McLaughlin and Gettle

Mr McLaughlin of Coolville writes the Messenger about a large snake on the fair ground kept between his arm and Mr Brewster. He mentions writing Capt Leitle about the reptile’s killing and Gettle’s prompt reply endorsing the action. He notes Gettle’s future welcome at his home.

Me Lauchlin

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