Temperance Petition Surge Across Athens County Voters
Temperance activists in Athens County report rising petition returns for a county option vote on saloon prohibition. In York township 1,015 signatures were gathered, with Trimble near 67 percent of its 1904 vote and other townships contributing substantial totals. Officials claim more than 5,000 signers may be collected as the anti liquor drive sweeps Ohio.
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New Bank
Athens County
York Township
Trimble
The
Anti-Saloon League
Metrs
Morrow
Union
Warren County
Marion
Gallina
Vinton
Wood
Ashtabula
Scioto
Pike
Wyandot
Ohio
Doctor slain on a train in West Virginia murder
In Eckman West Virginia on September 2 Dr A Sayers was shot and killed by Wesley Wilkes an insurance man from Bluefield as their Norfolk and Western Pullman car neared the station Sayers attacked Wilkes knocking him down then Wilkes fired killing Sayers The men had been enemies after Wilkes faced charges pushed against the doctor and expelled from the Order of Elke.
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Wilkes
Coolville Ridge Social Ties Highlight Local Visits
John Sprague of Trimble plans a few days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sprague. Maud Ashton Naomi Love Ruby and Rees Sprague attended the recent visit of Miss Mary Mulligan of Angell Ridge. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Y. Sams of Long Run and Joe Fulton of Jerseyville. Edson Kelley from Athens spent Sunday at home. Amos Holland visited his daughter Mrs. Samuel Frost in Judson. Mrs. Will Shaffer and children from Athens visited Mrs. John Bobo midweek. Maude Ashton returned to Modoe after weeks with friends and relatives. Mrs. George Love visited her brother John Hull of South Canaan. Gus Moore and Hattie Kelley of Athens spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Tedrow. Mayme Mulligan and Jessie Mulligan were guests of Naomi Love.
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Coolville Ridge
John Sprague
Trimble
Joseph Sprague
Maud Ashton
Naomi Love
Ruby
Rees Spregue
Mary Mulligan
Angell Ridge
Y. Sams
Long Run
Joe Fulton
Jerseyville
Paker Bobo
Edson Kelley
Athens
Amos Holland
Samuel Frost
Judson
Will Shaffer
John Bobo
Maude Ashton
Modoe
George Love
John Hull
South Canaan
Gus Moore
Hattie Kelley
William Tedrow
Mayme Mulligan
Jessie
Beery Sells Practice to Dr E A Moore in Logan Area
Dr G W Beery who has practiced at Union Furnace for twenty years except a spell in Logan has sold his practice to Dr E A Moore of Athers county. Dr Moore is a highly recommended young man. Beery has not decided his new location and plans a few months rest. Beery has been a successful physician and may pursue a special line of work for which he is well qualified.
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G. W. Beery
Union Furnace
Logan
E. A. Moore
Atheris County
Moore
Beery
Logan Gazette
Hebbardsville News From Hebbardsville State Fair Attendance
Report from Hebbardsville notes many residents attended the State Fair this week. Local school opened under Rodolph Byers with building cleaning and repairs completed. Several residents and relatives are mentioned visiting Ada Bremen Columbus Indiana and Roebuck Texas. An annual cemetery meeting is planned for September 6 at 2 PM.
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Rodolph Byers
Will Parker
Gien
Roebuck
Texas
Parker Deed
Leslie Carter
Clendenin
Hebbardsville
Indiana
William Clendenin
A. L. Carsey
Will Aatel
Bremen
Israel
Harry
Irene Crossen
Columbus
Alexander Township Cemetery Association
Warren Alderman
Ada
Arthur
Ed. McVay
Vern Ross
Quest of Health Ends in Tragic Death of Local Youth
Ernest Oxley son of Mr and Mrs A B Oxley of Mechanicsburg died at 2 30 AM after three months in New Mexico seeking health for lung trouble. He was about 21 years old and formerly worked at the State Hospital. Survived by father mother one sister and two brothers. Funeral at Bates church Sunday at 2 PM.
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Ernest Oxley
A. B. Oxley
Mechanicsburg
New Mexico
State Hospital
Athens
Bates Church
Former Official to Secure Job as State Labor Commissioner
Chris Evans of Nelsonville, an eminent United Mine Workers leader, was a candidate for Ratchford’s post. William T. Lewis of Mart in’s Ferry is expected to be appointed by Governor Harris to succeed Michael D. Patchford, whose term ends tomorrow. Lewis, allied with Taft, is brother to Tom L. Lewis and Llewellyn Lewis, both prominent labor leaders.
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Chris Evans
Nelsonville
Place
Harris
William T. Lewis
Martin’s Ferry
Michael D. Patchford
Lewis
Foraker
MecKinney
Tom L. Lewis
United Mine Workers of America
Llewellyn Lewis
Ohio Federation of Labor
W. T. Lewis
Taft
Ohio
Ciate
Ratchford
Marriage Ceremonies Performed by Squire Rose
Two prenuptial rites were held Saturday by Squire Rose. The first couple, George Bradfield and Elizabeth Callentine, both of Millfield, were married. The second couple, Floyd Porter and Mary McClelland, both residents of this city, wed as well.
Real estate transfers across Athens County detailed
A compiled list records numerous transfers of parcels in Athens County and townships such as Ames, Canaan, Dover, Lodi, Rome, Troy, Trimble, and surrounding villages. Names include T ship Daney Nasi, Harriet White, Albert Matheny, Mary Michael, Caroline Guitteau, A J Gage, Harry Stalder, Dan Milla, Frank Rose, Nora Mansfield, David White, John James, Elsie Myers, Wm Henry Manefield, George France, Archibald Carey, Kilmer Angell, Goo Bramley, and others with varying acreages and values noted for each transfer.
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Athens T. Ship
Daney Nasi
W.N. Winters
Verity
Harriet A. White
G. EK. Koon
Albert H. Matheny
Clarence ¥. Smith
Michael Heir
Mary EB. Michael
Mary
B. Michael
Edgar CC. Michael
Same
Athens
Caroline Guitteau
Jas. C. Laird
A. J. Gage
Ida B. Ritenour
McKinstry & Parker
Highland Park
Harry Stalder
Arlos C. Moore
Dan Milla
Albert Bolin
Frank CC. Rose
Minnie M. Rose
G. W. Cooley
Vivian L. Woodgerd
Nora F. Mansfield
D. A. Rardin
Lodi
T. A. Copeland
David Goldsberry
Archibald BE. Carey
W. A. Reading
Kilmer G. Angell
Aaron W. Brown
Rome
Goo
France
J. W. Bramley
W. L. Zimmerman
J. B. Nice
Stewart
Health Coffee Substitute Promises Safe, Quick Brew
Dr. Sheen offers Health Coffee a wholesome cereal malt nut drink that imitates coffee without health risks. The product promises quick preparation and convincing taste, sold by Henderson-Crider Drug Co.
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Dr. Sheen
Dr. Shoop
Henderson-Crider Drug Co
Thousands Paid Brush Wielders A Collation of Monetary Facts
A Maryland review of the incomes of famous American illustrators and cartoonists cites figures from The Bookman article by Mary K. Ford. Names include Charles Dana Gibson earning $190,090 in four years, Maxfield Parrish paid $1,000 per painting by Colliers, and Howard Pyle averaging about $20,000 yearly from Harper's. Other noted incomes cover Joan T. McCutcheon at $20,000 a year, Dan Smith at $65 a day, Richard Outcault reputedly $100,000 yearly, and A. B. Wenzell receiving $250 for reproductions plus original sales. Additional figures show Christy’s high winnings, Colt-like page drawings, and various pay scales among editors and publishers.
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Mary K. Ford
Charles Dana Gibson
Colliers
Maxfield Parrish
Howard Pyle
América
Harper's
McClure
Hi Magazine
Walter Appleton Clark
Collier's
A. B. Wenzell
Joan T. McCutcheon
Chicago Tribune
Dan Smith
New York World
Richard Outeault
Buster Brown
FE. A. Abbey
Howard Chandler Christy
Presdent Roosevelt
F. X. Leyendecker
J. Leyendecker
Will Bradley
Cecil O'Neil
Gene Ave Coe
Aleo Manere
Kee
Abbey
Boston Public Library
Sargent
Wingland
Ethel Barrymore
Ladies’ Home Journal
Whistler
Carlyle
September Forecast by Candorbones and Taft
The piece imagines a September forecast with Bryan and Taft in a playful political scene. It blends mock dialogue about records and elections with humorous musings on labor, calendars, and the approaching autumn campaign cycle. It lampoons presidential race dynamics and public mood as September unfolds.
House Work and Women’s Health Burdened by Daily Duties
A verbose note argues that many American women overdo housework to keep homes neat and families orderly, causing female weakness and silent suffering. It urges that these faithful women deserve help to overcome daily pains and burdens before life becomes unbearable.
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound touted in letters
The article extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long standing remedy for female ailments. It cites testimonials from Mrs. F. Ellsworth of Mayville New York and Mrs. W. P. Boyd of Beaver Falls Pennsylvania who credit renewed health and ability to resume work with the product. The piece notes the product is made from roots and herbs and invites sick women to seek Dr. Pinkham's advice at Lynn Massachusetts. The column then shifts to a satirical verse about autumn politics and broader society topics.
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F. Ellsworth
Mayville
N. Y
W. P. Boyd
Beaver Falls
Pinkharm
Lever
Lydia E. Pinkham
Dr. Thomas’s Melectric Os Cures Ailments
An advertisement touts Dr. Thomas’s Melectric Os as a cure for toothache ear ache sore throat and heals cuts bruises and scalds claiming relief from any pain with a home remedy style pitch.
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Thomas
Local Notes Highlight Movements and Visits in Chauncey Area
Residents and visitors appear in Chauncey and surrounding towns. G W Nye returned from Xenia while Mrs J A Drake traveled to Columbus for family time and the State Fair. Others include Mrs Henry Dew in Corners, M A Preston in Glewater, and several Drakes and Hodges visiting Columbus, Murray City, Fisher, and Wilkeville. A Punch and Judy show entertained locals in the old schoolhouse.
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Chauncey
G. W. Nyé
Xenia
J. A. Drake
Columbus
Lican Drake
W. Young
Millfield
Henry Dew
Cornin
M. A. Preston
George Preston
Glewater
Walter Stevensom
W. H. Drake
Picher
Myre
Mimmett Redford
Fisher
Charlie Bradfield
Jamen George
Murray City
Ira Fuller
Rodford
Brotheriotow
W. B. Hampton
Wilkeville
Law We
Liver Tonic Ad Promises Quick Health Help
An old advertisement touts Rings Little Liver Pills as a remedy for biliousness and sick headache, claiming to tone the liver without gripe. Priced at 25 cents and sold by Mc Kee's Drug Store.
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Mc Kee
Permit to Wed Listings from Millfield Athens and Buchtel Areas
A probate style list shows multiple marriage permits issued. George W. Bredfield age 24 and Elizabeth Callentine age 2, both of Millfield, seek licenses. George A. Lowry age 26 and Grace Shingler age 23, from Mineral. Floyd Porter age 19 and Mery MacClelland age 18, from Athens. James Palmer age 36 and Anna Hickman age 37, from Nelsonville. Herbert F. Dillinger age 30 and Lucy Manefield age 24, from Guyeville. Roy Andrews age 26 and Ethel Phillips age 19, from Buchtel.
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George W. Bredfield
Miner
Millfield
Elizabeth Callentine
George A. Lowry
Grace Shingler
Mineral
Floyd Porter
Mery MacClelland
Athens
James Palmer
Ard
Anna Hickman
Nelsonville
Herbert F. Dillinger
R. P
They Take the Ki Sut
A patient testimonial from N H Brown of Pugs Eld WA praises Dr Kide's New Life Pills for easing stomach liver and bowels without friction or fudt. The ad claims guaranteed satisfaction and lists McKey's Drug Store as the seller at 25 cents.
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Dr. Kide
N. H. Brown
McKey’s Lrug
Death of Four Month Old Adaliah Wolf
Mary Vir cis the four month old baby daughter of Mrs. Etta Wolf died Friday evening after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at the home Sunday afternoon at 1 o clock conducted by Rev. Tedvick. She was the granddaughter of Mr. Hyeell.
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Arshfield
Adaliah Ter
Etta Wolf
Tedvick
Ifwis. Hyeell
Counting Md Golf Caddie Comments On English Numbers
A French caddie described the English counting method from one to ten as "one two three four five six four nine eight ten," noting odd pronunciations in the cadence. The remark highlights language quirks in golf etiquette and conversation among players.
Athens High football squads show promise for strong season
Athens High School and varsity squads practice nightly building toward a competitive winter schedule. Notable players from last year like Fred Kelly and Ned Bean train at key positions while Percy from Princeton NJ trials at right half. Two games with Martette loom as officers are elected under the BHSA Athletic Association rules with Ned Bese directing training.
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Iball
Gey
Ohio Univeraal
Percy
Princston
N. J
Fred Kelly
Meek” Carr
Ned Bean
Ronald Bean
Jill McDougall
Leo Sch
Orry Wilson
Clint Jordan
Jim Laird
Harold “Copeland
Frank Fengel
Plow Parker
Martette
Tea Ohe BH. &. Athletic’ Association
Kinner
Ned Bese
Inst Veer
Squid Team Prepares as New Season Opens
The squadains of the OT team begin practice under Captain Jones with Farland overseeing. Reported players include Al len Evan Jones Alven Riley Sydnor Riley Welter Armetrone Keinh Kenney George Cul ums Freak McVay and Whitey Hall joins this fall. Strongest players expected to arrive next week as coaches hope veterans and newcomers return at season start.
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Hoc
Jones
Reg Z Farland
Agai
Sf” Allen
Evan Jones
Alven Riley
Sydnor Riley
Welter Armetrone
Keinh Kenney
George Culums
Freak McVay
Whitey Hall
Burdock Blood and Health: Odd Adage Baffles Readers
A garbled health note asserts burdock blood builds health while claiming a healthy man is a king and an unhealthy man a slave. The fragmentary text uses odd phrasing and implies medical remedies, yet provides little clear guidance or verifiable facts.
Mine Explosive Tests Soon To Be Witnessed
Government officials will witness tests of mine explosives under various conditions in coal mines. Representatives from the government will observe experiments to determine safety and provide data to U S officials for guidance on explosive use in mining.
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Hocking Valley
Ohio Regi Pagie Enna
Owen
Odd Quotation Attributed To Alabama Mayor
A garbled quote attributed to Hon. John R. Garrett mayor of Girard Alabama mentions day and night nears of itering piles and Tweed Dean's Ointment with a claim of permanent earning.
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Tweed Dean
John R. Garrett
Girard
Ala
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York
Trimble Townships
Ellis
Will
Marvel CO
Michael Ratchford
Athens CO
Ames Township
David C. White
John T. White
John James
F. A. James
Canaan
Elsie F. Myers
Henry Manefield
Dover Township
John F. White
Kate Orme
D. W. O'Neal
W. EB. Day
Chas. Howard
Trimble Township
Amos Armstrong
Geo. B. Thomas
Levi Bareton
Giouster
B. F. Swope
Jasper Brooks
A. A. Amos
John F. Roberts
David Roberte
John Gramman
Jacob L. Wyatt
Jeonnie Fultz
Larcinda Hill
W. F. Allem
Thos. Mooney
John Frank
Robert Frank
Wilson Johnson
Clarence Johnson
E. Scott
H. C. Comstock
C. H. Wiltson
W. L. Smith
Maggie Minck
Grace Wright
Robert Hixson
Elmer Allen
Chas
Howard
Frankie Howard
Canderbone'’S Sept
Bryan
Bill Taft
Ted
Opital
Toma
Numa Hac
Roosevelt
Gagamerr
Washington
Platte
Ron Tin
Teddy
Libra
Vand
Bhimeef
John D
Society Islands
Society
Iner
Mr. Sherman
Mr. Kern
Punepkin Ple
Nyetown and
HGH School
High School
Promisea
Government
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