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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1877
Page
5
Fragments from an old office dated Mai August 4th 1875 reveal archival notes and a faded entry. The readable text mentions a location labeled Mai and references an 1875 date, suggesting an administrative record or memorandum from that period.
The Athens newspaper captures a broad snapshot: prices rising in markets from 7.15 to 9 dollars, local horseradish stock, and rain boosting vegetation. It reports on civic matters, factory reconstruction, hospital board actions, Odd Fellows anniversary, education board, and local incidents including a pistol accident and a court case against Elizabeth Dixon for a disorderly house.
The piece notes rapid growth of the Murphy temperance movement across the state and says Athens may be the only community to resist the advancing cold water wave with a firm edict. It emphasizes the unprecedented vigor of the movement and local resistance.
Readers with valuable dogs are warned they must list their animals with the assessor for taxation or risk seizure by anyone and without legal recourse. The notice stresses guardianship by law and potential confiscation if not complied with.
Citizens urge postponing Water Works due to heavy municipal indebtedness. The plea comes from leading businessmen and major taxpayers amid current financial strain.
The report notes hopeful signs of a fruitful year with wheat thriving and overall conditions favoring other crops. Weather and soil are described as exceptionally favorable, supporting expectations of renewed financial stability for the country.
In common with his army of friends here we greet Capt W H McMonigal on the streets yesterday. He has joined Capt T A Beaton in managing the hotel department of the National Surgical Institute at Indianapolis.
A notable number of residents are using paint and whitewash to improve the exterior look of their houses and surroundings. The public hopes even more residents will undertake similar rejuvenation as Spring returns.
Members of the Presbytery who met in Logan and traveled through Athens Friday noon were treated to a generous reception in the Athens Presbyterian Church lecture room hosted by local ladies hosting a lavish spread.
While at work Tuesday on the northern end of Court street on the roof of Warden's new building, Mr Robert Hornby fell onto a fence but was spared serious injuries.
The Twelfth Medical Society of Ohio publishes a medical notice in the American Friend and Marietta Gazette dated December 24, 1824. It lists physicians Eliphalet Perkins C F Perkins Ezra Walker and C Bierce as legally recognized practitioners in Athens. The journal contains no editorial content beyond Monroe’s message and Lafayette reception coverage.
An Illustrated Journal from Chicago features Sedalia Missouri with a sketch of Col. A. D. Jaynes, longtime Albany native and bank executive. It credits him as a chief driver of Sedalia’s growth, noting his roles as cashier of the First National Bank of Sedalia, vice president of Valley National Bank in St. Louis, and president of the First National Bank in Parsons. His move from Ohio in 1866 is highlighted along with praise for his energy and leadership and for his elegant private residence.
The Columbus News cites William McGill, recently sent to the penitentiary for three years, claiming he knows where six hundred dollars from Mr. Winfield Scott’s robbery are hidden. He demands a governor’s pardon before revealing details, risking further time in striped breeches if not granted. The piece suggests McGill’s possible involvement or knowledge may point to his own door.
Constable Merritt Driggs traveling from Big Run to Kilvert was shot on a railroad track by an unknown assailant. The ball pierced his clothing and lodged in his coat pocket. Authorities suspect mistaken identity and search for the shooter continues.
A quotation from a leading newspaper questions why American beef cannot be sold in England at ten cents per pound when the best can be sold at twelve to thirteen cents, with three cents for transit. The speaker urges local butchers to help answer the inquiry.
Evening program at the Athenian Literary Society’s public exercise in the college chapel impressed the audience with tasteful music essays and debates. The writer commends the management and printing quality noting the preface was printed by a 15 year old on a hand press. April 14, 1877.
In the Journal of April 5 an article argues that survey records are public property and accessible via direct request or by paying a fee. It notes the office is kept locked when the County Surveyor is away, with a key left for public access and describes the unsalaried nature of the post and the need to protect records. Geo. Falloon signs the piece.
Pleasanton correspondent notes the sick list shifts with new cases. Mrs Elvis Robinson, gravely ill from measles, weighs 319 pounds causing concern among family and doctors. Obsequies for Mrs Edward Kinney were held at Basset church with Rev Tewksbury, Ricketts, Dougherty officiating. a four month old died in the mother's arms. Mrs Kinney was born Lucy Hooper.
The piece warns that hostilities between Russia and Turkey, stalled by lengthy negotiations, may erupt into a bloody conflict involving other European powers. It suggests race prejudice and religious fanaticism could intensify the coming struggle and its horrors.
In Louisiana the Nicholls Senate adopted resolutions endorsing the President's policy and pledging cooperation. The government vows to enforce law impartially, improve race relations, and maintain a public school system. Minnesota proclaims a fasting day for grasshopper destruction on the 26th.
The Southern Hotel fire in St Louis early last Wednesday reportedly killed no more than a dozen people, with hopes that no lives were lost if attendants had promptly raised alarm rather than delaying to fight the blaze alone.
The Times of Cincinnati notes editor Alex Sands, elected to the School Board, has been chosen as its president after removing political influence from the body. The piece suggests Southern Democratic support for a moderate Republican as Speaker will wane. It comments on party conciliation limits and partisan advantage in politics.
A fragment notes Democratic opposition to an honest ballot-box, highlighting a Democratic member's firm stand against a reform in this state. The passage emphasizes intra party conflict over voting integrity and credible electoral processes.
A garbled clipping notes political figures named Tom and Jerry connected to Governor Tom Youna. It mentions offering opportunity to bolster popularity and the governor’s response, with a Marietta Register context.
The opening season showcases dainty tasteful crown adornments with loops and bows. Mrs. Clara Collett and Miss Annie Stricer exhibit the choicest illustrated bonnets at their Millinery stand, formerly M Mclleod's on South Court street, offering unique fashionable goods at low figures.
Kurtz & Norris showcase new wall papers for home beautification at affordable prices. Walsh's promotes spring suits with fresh dress goods at Zenner & Co offering stripes luster poplins and Gros Grain silks at lower prices. John Friday pledges larger stock and Athens’ cheapest house claim at Zenner. Thos Walsh's Tailoring advertises finest spring suitings. S I Bowman emphasizes top notch carriage work from the East State Street shop with reliable service and orders welcome.
Public approval and patronage will naturally endorse the research management of the Restaurant at the Athens M. and C. and Hocking Valley railroad junction since the date of its control by Mr. Jas. Irwin & Bro. The public will here find subject to order, night and day, everything reasonably ordinarily to be met with in an establishment of this kind.
The new establishment of Mrs. A. R. Holbrook and Miss Belle Johns, locating two doors north of the Warren House, received select invoices of millinery goods including hats bonnets flowers ribbons laces ruches silks and kid gloves in all shades. They offer coloring bleaching and pressing with straw goods remodeling as a specialty and advertise reasonable pricing.
A display of sun shades and parasols is praised for color and ornamentation. The article notes D Zenner and Co shows a wide assortment of fashionable and useful items, highlighting novelty and beauty in their collection.
The ad advertises a wide range of American color prints at Zenner and Co, highlighting quality, design, and price. Clerks invite shoppers to view the assortment and compare offerings.
Thos Walsh at his merchant tailoring shop promotes a full line of gentlemen's furnishing goods available at his establishment.
The advantageous arrangement Kurtz and Norris have with manufacturers lets them sell standard American Watches at much less than usual prices. The stock at this house includes every description.
John Friday urges public notice of exceptionally low prices on new spring clothing for men and boys. The store offers an unprecedented extent and variety in ready made garments for everyday wear and Sunday wear this season.
The Spring style of Gentlemen's Boots earns praise for shape and wearability while Peter Kern's skilled workmanship showcases a new ultra boot. His mechanical expertise attracts public appreciation at his establishment offering ready made or ordered boots and shoes at good value for money.
Large receipts were added to the apmeonie stock of con fectioneries at K. K. Golden's this week. The report notes a notable increase in available goods, signaling expanded offerings for customers.
The latest arrivals show immensely beautiful designs in jewelry with a wide range of pieces available at prices just above prime cost, as seen in the current season’s offerings at Kurtz & Norris.
An ad touts Walshs Mottoe as the best goods in the latest style for moderate prices at an Ohio merchant tailoring establishment. It emphasizes quality and up-to-date fashions for customers seeking refined menswear.
New de signs feature unique Swiss and Hamburgene lines, recently arriving at D Zenner and company. Rich textures and bold lines promise distinctive interior accents for modern spaces.
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