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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1897

Page

7

Chapman A depressen of wages and political praise

Horace L. Chapman, long head of the coal operators association in Ohio, is depicted as a wage depressor who has opposed workers while gaining praise from Democratic managers. The piece argues Chapman defended high wages for operators, not workers, and labels him a plutocrat ally despite portrayed reform rhetoric. It cites his influence over wage adjustments, store profits, and political maneuvering in Jackson and Columbus.

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Wheat and silver debate echoes through 16 to 1 rhetoric

The article recaps a heated exchange over commodity prices with references to wheat and silver, signaling the Sixteen-to-One faction’s stance. It cites speeches attributed to General A. J. Warner and Senators Stew art and I. P. Jones, noting farm prices and the gold–silver controversy tied to the Chicago platform.

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Bank Figures Show Weekly Clearing Trends Across States

Bank figures indicate weekly clearing activity rising in 40 cities nationwide with increases from 10 to 59 percent over the prior week. Wheat prices rise to 25 cents and mills idle across the country as economic conditions trend, with political factions accused of exploiting the situation.

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Unclear OCR Fragment on Local Commerce and Prices

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a person or entity and a price point of 33 442 per month or 18 per cat. Several words appear garbled and names or places are unreadable, preventing clear identification of the event, organization, or outcome.

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What Forer Rays Themed At Aos Tepthhe

Fragmentary text suggests a local article note about a themed event or display at a place called Aos Tepthhe with unclear context. Readable items include possible references to dates, people, or organizations, but specifics are too garbled to confirm.

Campaign Demote? Tovrty Gay In Ohio Campaign Openings

A September 7 report from Columbus describes both major parties preparing for the campaign with headquarters opened, leaders named, and plans for public speaking. Key figures include Dan McConville, Allen Myers, and John R. McLean allied supporters. The Republicans plan speeches by Hanna, Nas, Brehnell, and Bannavill, with openings set for Sept 11 across several counties and venues.

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The Medicine Fad of the Summer Girl

The piece details a new summer trend a compact medical chest for the fashionable girl with eight rounded bottles in a green or brown six by ten inch box plus a silver screw top ground glass slipper and surgeon tools. It describes contents from headache remedies to sunburn packages and a “First Aid for the Wows” library, praising practical kits for camping cruises and home use as a stylish health accessory.

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Pink Pills for Pale People touted by patient in 19th century ad

Fromike Beyning Tanoes Wallace recounts a long illness with hair loss and hereditary disease. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with relief after years of ineffective medical care. He describes past treatments, a Washington suff using, and eventual purchase of the pills promoted by a notary public.

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Visit Worth a Trip for Dine Music and New Dress Goods

The advert promotes an enticing visit with dining and music, featuring extensive new dress goods and silks offered at low prices. It promises large assortments, choice styles, and favorable pricing, with mail samples available for those unable to visit.

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Medical Salads Claim Health Powers Across Dishes

A 19th century note extols salads as health aids with claims for various vegetables. Lettuce allegedly contains narcotic opiumlike properties for insomnia, chicory laxative effects, watercress as tonic and purifier, and celery as a stimulating aid for the low spirited. The writer asserts these benefits are provable and safe to trial daily without danger.

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