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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1896
Page
5
Athens residents and visitors fill the week with travel to Cincinnati Columbus and Chicago. Local events include births, visitors, retirements, and civic notices as Dr Dunlap resigns from the state hospital. The community notes praise the Athens Reading Club, the cornets band outdoor concert and a high school examination ahead for county students.
Observers note the grounds showing vibrant spring growth and new improvements under Steward Cline. The article cites cleared woods, planted trees, added fire escapes, electric lighting, an ice plant, refurbished storage, and safer walkways as signs of sturdy progress and cost efficiency.
Ezra Goodspeed died at his home west of Athens on Friday morning April 2 in the ninety first year of his age. He came to the county in 1819 and witnessed two thirds of a century of progress. Known for a hearty constitution and genial disposition he lived an active, exemplary life respected by many. His funeral was at Salem church, with burial in the cemetery under Stav Matheny.
A Tuesday night session in the city hall council chamber chaired by Mayor Davis discussed paving streets. Solicitor Hopkins explained legal steps requiring a two thirds property owner petition, council declaration of necessity, and publication of intent with cost per front foot ranging from $1 to $1.24. A committee was formed to draft the petition. gas mains may be laid first on Court Street. Citizens urged support to improve the town’s street reputation in southern Ohio.
A large gathering of friends marked the 86th birthday of Mother Stewart of Sprinfeld Ohio at Mrs D B Stewart’s home. A short program featured bible readings on notable women in scripture prayer and music, plus a life sketch and tributes.
Inrissian Church Notes report the Winestonery Society of the 4th district meeting at Coringdon on April 20 May 1 and? Lidor H F Mag Lane and wife have gone to Tiffin where the former will fundnet an evangelistic meeting lasting several weeks.
An 19th century style ad notes Catarrh Cachet cured by internal remedies and direct blood action, claiming Hall's Catarrh Cure as a trusted prescription from top physicians. It touts a two part treatment, testimonials, and prices, plus a clothing sale at Shaffer J. Y.’s stand and hats from Jacob Shaffer estate auctions.
An ordinance by the incorporated council of Atvens establishes a sidewalk and curb grade on the west side of Congress Street from State Street to Carpenter Street. It specifies measurements and elevations, declares the ordinance takes effect upon passage, and is dated April 1896 with Mayor W. G. Connex and Clerk Aptyos.
Several couples are listed for marriage announcements including Isqao McKinzey and Jesefa Minor, Dent and Romain Pinaterwald, Frank J. Hooper and Maggie A. Dar, Daugh, and William Dormon and Mary Ey MecKorht. The fragmentary text records names and pairings with uncertain spellings, reflecting a clipped genealogical notice.
An old advertisement notes syrup of figs for kidneys, fevers, headaches and sickness, offered at 50 cents to 1 dollar by California Fig Syrup Company. It mentions administrators selling stock at retail and wholesale prices, and local stores Shailer & Co. Campbell & Gravier and Link & Groner advertising furniture and novelties.
The Albans Building and Loan Company advertises guaranteed loans at reduced costs for borrowers, claiming to beat any foreign company on lending terms. Off ice details and current book practices are noted in the notice.
Open to the inspection of every stockholder. You can inspect all of our books and judgement for your own assurance whether we are doing a safe business or not. We have one of the best companies in the United States. Our dividends to inventors is eight percent per annum. Call and see us.
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