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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
7
Upstate coal operators in the Hocking valley face drought drying water for hoisting engines, risking shutdowns at several large mines. Lake shipments proceed with steady docks and ample ore. Domestic coal demand stays good, but fine coal markets remain dull.
Observers note fall conditions arrive early due to extended drought. Athens County farmers begin corn-cutting sooner. corn yields reduced as moisture loss dries stalks and robs ears of size. Late potatoes show some injury, but reduced rot offsets losses. Fruits unaffected. canning season for pears plums and peaches thriving in markets.
J C Goodwin of Reidsville North Carolina praises Bucklen Arnica Salve as a sure enou gh knocker for ulcers after a bad leg sore last summer. He says it knocked out the infection in a few rounds and left no scar. Guaranteed for piles sores burns etc at McKee s Drug Store for 25 cents.
Five month old Mildred Frances Boring daughter of Mr and Mrs George Boring died Thursday night at 1130 of cholera infantum at their Jerseyville home. Funeral services Saturday at 2 pm from the Jerseyville Christian church conducted by Rev Alkire with interment in the churchyard cemetery.
Mrs N B Herrold wife of the late John Herrold died Thursday at the Charleston home of her daughter Mrs Will Sterritt aged 83. She had long ties to Athens county living in Nelsonville and Athens city. Funeral services set for Saturday at 9 am at her daughter Mrs J L Poston’s Nelsonville home with interment at Green Lawn. Several Athens residents plan to attend.
Gabor Parkalop who beat a relative at Modoc was brought to Athens to answer for the assault. He was fined 20 dollars and costs on Wednesday afternoon, and Squire Rose sentenced him to 20 days in the county jail for additional reflection. The fine remained unpaid. Gabor, active in similar cases, initially claimed he could not speak or understand English when arraigned, but the sheriff conveyed that the court knew he could both speak and understand, leading to a guilty plea.
The Rose law local option petition, signed by 3,730 of the county's 5,799 voters, is filed with Judge E P Middleton. The record reflects 64 percent support based on the secretary of state vote two years ago, a percentage slightly below expectations. October 5 is set for the election, aligning with nearby counties.
John R. Garrett mayor of Girard Alabama states he suffered from severe itching piles day and night and found permanent relief after using Dean's Ointment. This testimonial highlights a lasting cure and endorses the product.
The U S Army station in Glouster, opened July 1 by Sergt Hawthorne, closed yesterday. Hawthorne moved to Pomeroy to open another station. Seven recruits were enlisted, over 50 applicants were rejected, and the seven accepted join the regular army and are on Uncle Sam payroll.
County commissioners agreed Thursday to open Linscott road in Ames Township after a favorable report from viewers. A delegation of farmers from Ames Township attended the courthouse to discuss the matter with officials.
At the county board of school examiners meeting in Athens M. M. Bryson was named president H. A. Hatch vice president and O. C. Jackson clerk. The board voted to discontinue holding back teachers certificates until reading circle work, a change urged by the teachers at the recent institute.
An advert touts Dr Thomas's Eclectric Oil as a universal remedy used to cure toothache ear ache sore throat and to heal cuts bruises and scalds. It claims the product stops any pain.
Albany residents visited Athens and Columbus including Mr and Mrs Ira Van Dyke and Miss Lena Bowers. Meigs county fair attendees listed. Albany school opened September 14 with teachers Mrs I T Beatty Winifred Richmond Georgia Cheadle and Mabel Gillogly. Funeral of J C P Moore held at Methodist church with burial at Hebbardsville cemetery.
Piitesfeld resident Enya N Brown backs Dr Kings New Life Pills praising relief for stomach liver and bowels. McKee's Drug Store guarantees satisfaction with the tonic sold at 25 cents.
Three road petitions earned favorable action by the county commissioners on Wednesday with viewer panels appointed. The Rufus A Brinkley road in Trimbie township is approved and set for site viewing. Waterloo and Gifford road routes in Bern and Athens townships receive approval with appointed viewers and viewing dates.
Elmer Groce appeared before Mayor Hedges this morning on the charge of failure to provide for his minor child. Bertha Groce is the complainant. Groce, who had sued for divorce alleging wifely infidelity, pleaded not guilty, waived examination, and was bound over to the grand jury with a $100 bond.
Hunterdon village endures a water famine due to dry weather. Mine 267 at fiat place halted boilers, causing layoffs at the Sunday Creek company. Water trains may be arranged, but oil tanks are prioritized, delaying relief until rains restore supply.
The article notes Rosh Hashanah falls on Saturday September 26 but moves with the lunar year. In leap years there are 13 months, so the holiday may occur later than the prior year as many Jews close businesses to celebrate.
The State Mining Commission left for Circle Hill this morning to inspect mine No 9. Foreign experts who visited Canaanville on Wednesday afternoon returned to Columbus the same evening. Many mining men met the Ohio commission during their brief stay here.
A Goelandgo message from Belfast reports a local fisherman shot a sea creature off County Down. The 30 foot long serpent like monster has a six inch girth and a fan shaped tail with a seal like head. Photos were taken of the unusual catch.
The district No. 4 Red Men of Ohio will hold a convention in Glouster on September 29. George H. Bobo will represent Mohawk Tribe No. 174. A large number of local Red Men are expected to attend.
Dr. Shoop's Health Coffee is described as a pure toasted cereal malt and nut beverage that brews quickly in a minute and mimics real coffee in taste, offering a healthful alternative without caffeine. Henderson-Crider Drug Co sells it.
The Athens Presbytery held a fall meeting in Watertown with Rev Abbott Y Wilcox elected moderator for six months and Rev W F Cellars named recording clerk. Delegates and elders from multiple towns attended as discussions covered constitution revision and reports from Kansas City.
Mrs Blanche McCathran aged 29 wife of Jacob McCathran died at her home near Union Sunday at 4 PM. Daughter of Mr and Mrs George Stanley of Vin ton county she is survived by her husband and two daughters Ethel and Opal. Funeral services set for Bethel Tuesday at 12 o clock with interment in Bethel cemetery.
A sales pitch asserts weak stomach nerves affect the stomach heart and kidneys and claims Dr Shoop's Restorative targets the internal nerves. The ad promises a 48 hour test and notes Henderson Crider Drug Co sells the remedy.
Minnie Perry, daughter of Sarah Jane Perry, died at her home in Batem on Friday morning. She was 30 years old. The funeral will be held at Salem on Sunday at 10 a Glock, with Rev. J. G. Tedrick officiating.
The Board of Managers revoked the parole of Winfield Scott Sr, granted in August, and ordered his return to the Ohio Penitentiary after one month of freedom with family in North Columbus. Officials cited no proven violation, with further explanation expected from the papers in the case.
The board revokes Winfield Scott parole 37084 after finding endorsements from Athens Ohio and verbal statements misrepresented facts. The managers order arrest and return to prison to be carried out by proper officers without loss of good time or parole deposit. Signed by Samuel Oldfather Secretary Board of Managers.
The statement by Israel M. Poster, Athens County Prosecuting Attorney, recounts the Winfield Scott, Sr. embezzlement case. He testifies the seven-year sentence was not to be reduced and parole notices misprinted to Athens readers. He warns that early parole undermines public safety and urges recommitment of Winfield Scott, Jr. to protect citizens.
Israel M. Foster swears before Notary Benton Morrow on September 9 1908 that a parolee abstained from further offense after seven years of systematic public fund appropriation and requests recommitment for Winfield Scott Sr, asserting conviction that justice prevailed.
Common Pleas Judge J M Wood of Athens County explains his role in the Scott case. He supported the seven year sentence, notes no weight given to indictments not pursued, and describes his actions regarding notice and parole procedures. He states he had no part in the later parole decision and recounts his past stance.
Karl Webb planned a trip to Pomeroy to visit relatives and attend the Migs county fair on Friday. Cyrus Dickson and Howard Cline went to Marietta for the dedication of a new Masonic temple. Granville Gillogly joined the bean dinner at Wilkesville, I. D. Gillogly and George Mertick visited the Caster home near Carpenter. Albany visitors attended Labor Day in Carbondale with the Albany ball team losing in the morning but Murray City winning in the afternoon.
W. 8. Battin, inmate at Athens Asylum who escaped and was tracked to Ravenswood, was arrested Thursday afternoon by Officer McManus in Parkersburg. An attendant transported him back to the asylum. Battin previously resided in Marietta.
The Fourteenth district of Ohio Christian Missionary Society will hold its annual convention at the Christian church in Athens next Tuesday and Wednesday September 15 and 16. Delegates will be entertained by the Athena congregation with prominent preachers and a veteran India missionary to address the meeting.
All councilmen attended the Thursday adjourned meeting to decide on the alley question and pay the Smith street paving contractor Frank Rose. The east Elliott street residents sought sidewalk grading. the engineer was instructed to establish a grade and a 60 foot setback for new outbuildings near public streets was rejected by five votes. The alley between Union and President streets was condemned to widen the street with Roach & Lawrence failing to meet a $200 demand after offering $50. The engineer’s bill for Smith street paving totaled $1 805.44, with $400 bond required for one year. Adjournment set for Monday September 28 to receive bids for MID street surface sewer bonds.
The article notes the return to school after vacation brings mental and physical strain on children. It warns of waning health in some youngsters and recommends Hood's Sarsaparilla as the tonic to strengthen nerves, aid digestion, and support overall development.
Jacksonville visitors include Mr and Mrs Brown and two children from Moxahala who stayed with friends. Mr and Mrs J H Sayre spent Gan day in Columbus. George Rambo traveled to New Lexington on Sunday. Mrs Paul Frevault and Will Riley were in Columbus Sunday. A H Taylor and family with George Burdess and families spent Sunday in Murray City.
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress St Chicago touts Electric Bitters as a tonic and strengthener. He cites his feeble mother’s marked gain in flesh relief from insomnia and steady strengthening, noting the product remedies stomach liver and kidney complaints and is sold at McKee’s Drug Store for 50 cents under guarantee.
A man tries to slick Talk to a reporter by boasting about his years of newspaper reading. He uses flattery to influence the reporter and get favorable coverage. The line highlights pushy tactics used to sway media attention.
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