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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1904
Page
2
Farmers in Athens County face a likely one third peach yield as yellows disease devastates orchards. Despite low production, fruit growers may receive fair prices, while some acreage has converted to briery land or other crops. The article urges renewed effort, resilient planting, and research to exterminate yellows and restore peach viability.
The article extols Scott's Emulsion for consumption and condemns tobacco use as a cause of cancer heart disease and moral degeneration. It cites medical authorities and quotes Dr. Hale King Pierce and others warning that tobacco harms health, impedes temperance, and shortens life.
A columnist argues tobacco is a dangerous poison and health disturber. He cites nicotine as a virulent toxin and notes many deaths blamed on other causes while tobacco use is blamed for disorders such as dyspepsia and heart disease.
The article cites doctors and travelers detailing tobacco poisons, and warns youths against starting the habit. It cites nicotine quantities in tobacco, lethal doses for animals and humans, and claims of bodily and mental degradation. It mentions cases linked to smoking by rulers and presidents and notes warnings from Drs Gunn Pierce Kilis and Drysdale.
Jerome K. Fournier, 75, credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with curing his diabetes and longstanding urinary troubles. He says eight boxes regulated his water, restored vigor, and made him feel like a youthful man, urging others to try the Great American Kidney Remedy.
In Switzerland the wood carving and related homely trades generate more than £1,000,000 in revenue for the year, signaling a strong domestic craft economy and notable industrial activity.
Sleep ing car leaves Athens at 5 36 p m daily via the Ohio Central Lines on train No 5 arriving Chicago at 7 10 am via L 8 M S Ry This New Chicago Route is as good for through day coach passengers and ensures a Toledo connection with L S M S Ry for same train to Chicago Confer with Ohio Central Lines agents before trip to Chicago or west.
Imports of cheese into the United States now exceed the exports. During the ten months ending April 30, imports amounted to 2,790,020 dollars, exports to 1,992,501 dollars.
A brief advert promotes Easy Task Soap as the cleanser for skirts. It advises hiding darkish yellowed fabrics and claims the soap cleans effectively, available from any grocer for five cents a bar, cheaper than inferior brands that mar the skirt’s look.
The Premier mine near Pretoria in Transvaal produced 75 891 carats during May. Estimated value of the output is $525 000.
An advertisement extols Eas Task Laundry Soap as a universal cleaner made from coconut oil and borax with a pure sweet odor. It claims it cleanses every garment and sells for five cents at the grocer. The piece also notes German pencil production and pricing, plus a Mackinac Island excursion offered by Ohio Central Lines with details in another column.
Nellie Fuller of Denver touts Hullister's Mountain Tea as a cure for facial pimples blackheads and acne described in bold testimonials. The ad promotes tea or tablets for 35 cents and lists Uline's as a source.
In the Probate Court of Athens County Ohio Mary Dowler administratrix with the will annexed of the William Dowler estate petitions for sale of real property in Waterloo township and dower assignment to cover debts. Named heirs and spouses must answer by October 15 1904 at 1 PM. Aug 18 1906.
Mary A. Duglass administratrix seeks to sell Elizabeth Muns estate to pay debts. Real estate in Lodi township described as northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 23 with a $180 mortgage held by Addison Creamer. William Muns must answer by September 15, 1904. attorney L. H. Clark.
Probate Court of Athens County Ohio orders sale by public auction on Monday September 19 1904 at 10 o'clock forenoon. Property lies in Alexander township 46.31 acres more or less described lots 4 and 5 section 5 town 8 range 14 with 2.25 acres carved from Aaron Barnhill deed. Appraised at 500 dollars. Terms: one third cash three months and six months with interest and mortgage on the premises. Also decedent's estate area to be sold at same time and place. Benjamin F Hill administrator of Samuel Barnhill deceased. Charles D Hopkins attorney. Aug 18 15.
Probate Judge in Athens County Ohio suspends final accounts for public publication until September 10 1904. Isadore Moses administrator of Ebenezer Moses Delilah J Chapman administratrix of George Chapman George W Pyle guardian of Harry W Pyle B Dye administrator of John E Parsons William White guardian of Gertrude White E A Lewis administrator with will annexed of David Edwards Judge August 25 1903
A crude taunt about another’s feet sparks controversy as onlookers condemn bullying and social media users debate civility and self image. The exchange highlights online harassment dynamics and the impact of insults on personal dignity.
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