Athens County News Notes and Elections
Assembly of local items reports four prisoners in county jail as election results and council changes unfold. Uproar over Dr Lash’s removal from Athens Hospital trustees noted. new council members Warden Clarke and Lash welcomed amid city progress and church events.
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E. H. Moore
Leonard Brown
H. 8. Stimson
Athens
Dr. Lash
Athens Hospital
Ahepetcravanses
Acsus
Eces
Warden
Clarke
Lash
New Alpha Potato Variety Sparks Local Interest
Farmers show growing interest in a new potato variety named Alpha noted for rapid growth and high quality. If seed is available locally, Mr. Jos. S. Higgins of this township would likely know where to obtain it.
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Jos. S. Higgins
Immortal Announces Visit On The Sixth Inst
A chronicle notes J. N. the immortal arrived at the M. and C. Depot yesterday forenoon with instructions to electrify readers by pre announcing his presence on the sixth of the month.
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J. N. the Immortal
Election results for Lodi township officials announced
The Monday election in Lodi township produced posts for Justice of the Peace William Jeffries Sr Treasurer Lindsey Eaton Clerk Edward Herman Assessor Cyrus Moore and Trustees David Sigafos Oscar Orr and Mr Josten.
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Lodi Township
William Jeffries, Sr
Lindsey Eator
Edward Herman
Cyrus Moore
David Sigafoos
Oscar Orr
Josten
Theater Ticket Office Theft Foiled by Captain Grosvenor
An attempt to pick pockets of Capt. Dan A. Grosvenor at a Columbus theater ticket office was thwarted when the captain caught the thief and turned him over to the police.
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Dan A. Grosvenor
Columbus
Death of Rev William Hooper Former Alexander Township Physician
Rev William Hooper aged 59 and once a physician in Alexander township died after a long illness at his Rutland township home in Meigs county. Our townsmen C R Sheldon and his son Thomas H. are in Mobile Alabama where Thomas’s health shows improvement from the climate change.
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Wm. Hooper
Alexander Township
Rutland Township
Meigs County
C. R. Sheldon
Thos. H
Mobile
Ala
Warren House Hotel Card in Ohio Hotel Ad
The Warren House operated by H. Brown & Son is promoted as one of the best hotels in this section of Ohio. The notice highlights the property and its standing for readers seeking lodging in the area.
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Warren House
H. Brown & Son
The
Warren
Ohio
County Surveyor Praises Marietta Cincinnati Rail Line
County Surveyor George Falcoon and assistants completed a survey of the Marietta and Cincinnati railroad finding the main trunk between Cincinnati and Parkersburg at 195 miles and 1770 feet. They also measured the Hillsboro branch and are surveying the Portsmouth branch. Falcoon commends the road’s well maintained track by management.
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George Falcoon
Marietta and Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Parkersburg
Adot
Hillsboro
Portsmouth
Time to Clear Yards For Spring Beauty Inspires Exquisite Joy
A brisk call to clean yards remove ash heap old shoes broken dishes and debris from winter. Rake decayed weeds straw and chips and whitewash fences then survey from the back door to feel Spring’s budding beauty and ecstasy.
Hockingport Residents Deny Move to Join Meigs County
The Information appears exclusive with the Pomeroy Telegraph claiming Hockingport and nearby residents debate annexation to Meigs County. Local inquiries show no support for territorial separation, tied to Athens County heritage and the influence of older settlers and original colonists.
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Pomeroy
Hockingport
Meigs County
Athens County
Troy
Advocacy for a Franklin County Children’s Home
The Columbus Journal argues for a state funded Children’s Home, saying visits to infirmaries show the need and that Ohio already provides for infirm children. It notes a shift from punishing to protecting, with public provision to educate destitute or abandoned children into responsible life.
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Columbus Journal
Franklin County
Athens County
Ohio
Athens Town Ship Officials Vote Results
Election results from Monday show the officials for Athens town ship elected by locality voters. The report lists winners by position and confirms turnout figures and declared winners.
Iron works planned at Snow Fork near Nelsonville
The Nelsonville Gazette reports Chicago capitalists plan extensive iron works on Snow Fork five miles from Nelsonville. About 25 to 30 houses are under contract and will double soon. Fifty workers are on site with 100 to 150 more expected by May or June. A saw mill store blacksmith shop and a large boarding house are in operation or under contract. Several families expected next month as a thriving village is anticipated.
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Nelsonville Gazette
Chicago
Snow Fork
Brownes celebrate golden wedding in Nelsonville
Mr. and Mrs. Ephriam Brown of Nelsonville observed their golden wedding on the 22d ultimo. The Gazette notes it is rare for a parent of either spouse to attend and mentions Mrs. Connor, mother of Mrs. Brown, aged 87, among the guests. Mr. Brown is 72 and Mrs. Brown 67.
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Ephriam Brown
Nelsonville
Death of Col Thomas Smith Pioneer Meigs Sheriff and Elder
Colonel Thomas Smith born March 30 1800 in Philadelphia died March 28 1877 at Coolville Ohio after a brief illness. A longtime Meigs county public servant served as sheriff and assessor and united with the M E Church in Coolville about fifteen years ago. He married Osee Slack March 10 1822 and lived fifty five years. He left a wife three children and many friends who attended the funeral at his Coolville residence.
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Jacob Herrold
Jaky
New Durham Township
Athens County
Ohio
Pennsylvania
California
Cape Horn
Pacific
South
Central America
San Francisco
Eldorado
Meigs County
LaPorte County
Pin Hook
Eld
Mikels
Thomas Smith
Mra. Self
Greensburg
Indiana
A. J. and
Aurelius Frame
Coolville
Philadelphia
Osee Slack
Meigs
M. E. Church
Colonel Smith
Letter from Billy McGill to Judge Bradbury in Athens 1877
In an Athens letter dated March 28 1877 Billy McGill appeals to Judge Bradbury in his official capacity. He thanks the judge for past humane treatment and pleads guilty hoping for leniency, stressing his home ties and a wish to reform while seeking public review of the appeal.
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Billy McGill
Judge Bradbury
Pioneer Association Receives U S Agriculture Reports
The Pioneer Association of Athens county thanks President N H Van Vorhes for sending U S Department of Agriculture reports for 1874 05 received on April 29. Van Vorhes has donated about thirty volumes and specimens of high value over the years. At its annual meeting April 8 in City Hall 10 o clock a m the cabinet will display relics and papers. all invited. A B Walker Secretary April 4 1577.
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Pioneer Association
Athens County
N. H. van Vorhes
U. S
Department of Agriculture
van Vorhes
The
Pioneers
A. B. Walker
Local Farm Transfers Amid Township Election Heat
Frank Patten and Pres ton D Patten acquire sole possession of the Crippen farm. Erwin Merwin sells his farm to B D Hayes for 11000 dollars. Merwin moves to Stewart to enter mercantile business. Township vote heated with candidates Frank Patten E H Bean Noah Tedrow winning Trustees and other officers listed.
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Frank
Preston D. Patten
Crippen
Erwin Merwin
B. D. Hayes
Stewart
Frank Patten
E. H. Bean
Noah Tedrow
Henry Stalder
J. E. Cook
D. W. Cornell
5. S. Beebe
C. D
Hermit of Lehman Found Frozen Near Milford Cave
Austin Sheldon aged seventy one known as the Hermit of Lehman lived forty one years in a cave near Milford Pennsylvania. He was found frozen to death Thursday morning near the cave entrance after living on fish and game.
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Austin Sheldon
Lehman
Milford
Spring Dress Goods Stocked by D. Zenner & Co
D. Zenner & Co. advertise the largest and cheapest stock of spring dress goods in town, inviting shoppers to browse their selection and take advantage of low prices.
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D. Zenner & Co
John Hollands Gold Pens Lazaurus and Morris Spectacles
John Hollands introduces Lazaurus pens and Morris spectacles in a short notice listing. URTzZ and NORRIS are mentioned in association with the items.
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John Holland
Lazarus and Morris
Urtzz & Norris
Walsh & Millers Merchant Tailoring Noted For Garment Quality
Patrons express universal satisfaction with the style fit and overall make of garments ordered from Walsh and Millers Tailoring house highlighting consistent quality and customer approval.
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Walsh & Millers’ Merchant Tailoring
Welch & Millers Promote New Style Tailoring Goods
The line of new style tweeds cas simeres suitings and other Merchant tailoring goods at Welch and Millers are attractive and commend ed to the attention of all who contemplate ordering new garments.
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Welch & Millers
Noted NY bankrupt Johan F Chamberlain pays one percent
The article notes Johan F Chamberlain of New York pays one percent on a twenty dollar indebtedness, and compares this to D Zenner Co profits on popular spring goods. It highlights their low prices on new style prints and favorable invoices for spring trade.
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Johan F. Chamberlain
New York
D. Zenner & Co
Bargain on Spring Robes at M. Selig & Co
One case of Haramdoches Dreas Goods in latest spring shades offered at 12 ets per yard. A decided bargain at M. Selig & Co opposite the Court House.
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M. Selig & Co's
Coute
Spring clothing and watches sale by D. Zenner and Kurtz Norris
D Zenner and Co invite the public to visit their store to view a vast stock of new spring attire for men boys and children. They advertise exceptionally low prices on American watches and other items in the line, urging shoppers to compare value and quality.
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D. Zenner & Co
Shawl fashions to flourish this Spring at D Zenner Co
Shawls of every kind will be much worn this Spring and ladies will find at D Zenner & Co a most complete varied and beautiful assortment. Kurtz & Norris are receiving new styles of wallpaper for the Spring trade.
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D. Zenner & Co
Athens
Kurtz & Norris
Glove Styles in All Colors Offered by D Zenner Co
In a bold street style note the article highlights D Zenner Co offering gloves in every color and style of the season. It emphasizes affordability and fashion worth alongside the range from gray to vibrant shades.
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D. Zenner & Co
New Jewelry Styles From Kurrz & Norris
Attention is invited to our new styles of jewelry embracing Necklaces Sets Pins Ear Rings Cuff Buttons Studs Chains Charms etc selected for the approaching season Kurrz and NORRIS.
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Kurrz & Norris
Walsh & Millers Reveals New Ready Made Clothing Stock
New stock at Walsh & Millers features approved materials and first class tailoring with low prices across all ready made garments.
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Walsh & Miller’s
Just Opened Great Bargain Dry Goods at Selig Co
Just opened. One case plaid matlasse at 2 cents per yard. Deem this the greatest bargain ever offered in dry goods. Ladies urged to see them at M. Selig & Co.
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M. Selig & Co
Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint Advertisement
SPECIAL NOTICE. The most miserable beings in the world are those suffering from Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint. More than seventy-five per cent of the people in the United States are afflacted with these two diseases and their effects, such as Sour Stomach, Sick Headache, Habitual Constiveness, Palpitation of the Heart, Heartburn, Water-brush, gnawing and burning pains at the pit of the Stomach, Yellow Skin, Coated Tongue and disagreeable taste in the mouth, coming up of food after eating, low spirits, etc. Go to your Druggists in Athens and get a 75 cent Bottle of AUGust FLOWER or a sample Bottle for 10 cents. Try it two doses will relieve you.
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United States
Athens
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