Columbus and Athens news wrap up at end of week
Excursion rates to Columbus Reunion over Hocking Valley road. Ohio University entrance exams begin September 7. Leisure topics include marriage licenses, local social events, and a serious cow attack on Lew Beveridge with swift medical aid.
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Hocking Valley
Columbus Reunion
Ohio University
Grand National Soldiers
Columbus
Jed Ellis
Meigs County
Athens
Malcolm Jennings to Tour with Julia A Hunt Company
Malcolm Jennings of the Messenger office is engaged to travel with the Julia A Hunt theatrical company this season. The McCullough Dramatic Club plans a benefit for Jennings on August 20, with assistance from the Militia Company and the 2d Regiment Band. More notice will follow. Also noted is a dangerous dilapidated plank walk along Goose town with several recent falls, including some involving women.
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Malcolm Jennings
Julia A
Misstatements on Asylum Affairs Reported by Athen
Officials deny the Athen communication on asylum affairs and say a string of misstatements inquired about in the Messenger warranted no attention. The chief officials state the matters would be invested with undue consequence if echoed.
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Athen
Enquirer
Wise Appointment of Norris as Railroad Superintendent
Our quondum fellow townsman Mr. Chas D. Norris is appointed Superintendent of the Ohio and West Va. Railroad. The piece notes his long experience sound judgment and apt decision make him well fitted for efficient management of the enterprise.
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Chas D. Norris
Ohio & West Va
Norris
A. M. Scott
John P. Dana
Nation House
Jones & Co
Toledo
Athens farmer Loses 400 Bushels Wheat to Fire
John Finsterwald, a respected farmer near Athens, suffered the loss of his entire wheat crop estimated at four hundred bushels due to a Friday night fire. The blaze is believed incendiary though a clear motive remains unknown.
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John Finsterwald
Athens
Finsterwald
Rain Brings Relief After Scorching Weekend
After a searing Sunday the region enjoyed a two day spell of heavy rain on Monday and Tuesday. The soaking precipitation revived parched fields and pastures, renewing vigor in corn and restoring vitality to otherwise dry meadows.
Peach yield exceeds expectations in local district
Investigations reveal an exuberant peach crop with farmer noting there are dead loads of them everywhere. Early samples brought to town show size and quality not yet impressive.
Columbas Re Union and local notices in Athens county
Ex soldiers attending the Columbus Re union August 10 to 12 will receive programs and subsistence info on arrival with tent lodging free for ex-soldiers. Weather and mining news mix with local society notes and a surprise party at Guyville honoring Mrs Addie Finsterwald with gifts and a Bible.
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Columbes
Columbus
Ohio
Franklin County Association
Frederick Finsterwald
Guysville
Addie
Henry Finsterwald
Charles Stout
Alex. Wilson
Carthage
Athens County
D. M. van Horn
Cadet Appointment Exam Reminder For West Point
A cadet will be appointed from this Congressional district to West Point after a competitive exam held at an unspecified near future date. Readers urged to prepare in key studies and contact J. A. Warner, our Congressman, at Marietta for details.
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West Point
Jen. A. J. Warner
Congress
Marietta
Pear Remembrance Ties Athens Twins to 1805 Tree
Auditor Minear and Mrs Minear present pears to Uncle Hull Foster and Mrs Theresa Rice Carpenter. They recall eating from the same tree in 1805 when they were about ten. The tree, on Minear’s property, remains a prolific bearer and is described as luscious and palate tickling through practical test.
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Auditor
Minear
Hull Foster
Theresa Rice Carpenter
Athens
Auditor Minear
Pig Iron Prices Rise in London and Mill Contracts Fill Next Year
Pig iron received a boom with an advance of 1.50 per ton in London on Friday last. All Bessemer rail mills in the country have full contracts up to January next and will not accept orders beyond that date.
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London
Bessemer
Wright Buys Suburban Athens Estate for 4250
Our townsman Mr. Eugene Wright purchased a seven acre suburban residence now occupied by Hadley Stewart from J. M. Case for 4250. Wright will occupy the property about the first of September. This is the cheapest real property that has changed hands in Athens.
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Eugene Wright
Hadley Stewart
J. M. Case
Athens
Wright
Subscriptions Rise for Children’s Home Fund
Subscribers in several townships are paying up with alacrity following Auditor Minear's circular. All subscriptions must be promptly paid to ensure the benevolent object's early consummation.
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Minear
Mystery Neighbor Jones Figures in Local Journal This Week
A neighbor Jones appears less on the streets this week, and speculation ties his reduced public presence to his editorial duties. The Journal’s upcoming issue is expected to carry additional Democratic-rooted content.
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Neighbor Jones
Journal
Brick Kiln Opens on Camp Wool Site Sparkling Bricks
While strolling in the area, observers note Lute Walker and Charley Gabriel actively manufacturing brick on the old Camp Wool site. They recently fired a kiln and produced bricks said to be better colored and smoother than any seen before.
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Messrs
Lute Walker
Charley Gabriel
Wool Market Report Shows Slower Buyer Demand
The county sees substantial unsold wool with prices steady. Buyers show a backward disposition to bid up on remaining lots, signaling a cooler market.
Basket Meeting at Hewitt's Grove near Marshfield
A large basket meeting is planned for next Sunday the 8th at H. N. Hewitt's Grove two miles west of Marshfield. Elder J. H. Bingman of Wilmington will preach and lead religious exercises. Attendees may anticipate a gratifying experience.
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H. N. Hewitt
Marshfield
J. H. Bingman
Wilmington
M. E. Camp Meeting Planned at Zenner's Grove
Elaborate preparations are under way for the M. E. Camp Meeting at Zenner's Grove starting on the 24th inst. Attendees can expect a thoroughly satisfactory experience in all particulars.
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M. E
Zenner’s Grove
Veterans Fare to Columbus Reunion Announced
Attention Veterans. Round trip fare to Columbus during Soldier's Reunion August 10 11 and 12 is 230 dollars. J B Allen Commander.
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R. R
Columbus
J. B. Allen
The Lancaster Camp Meeting Begins Near Lancaster
The Ohio Conference Camp Meeting opens today two miles west of Lancaster on the Columbus and Hocking Valley railroad. Eminent divines including Rev. Taborn Bishop Peck and Mrs. L. O. Robinson will preach. The event attracts hundreds due to site beauty and low rail fares.
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Lancaster
Columbus & Hocking Valley
India
Taborn
Peck
L. O. Robinson
Hocking Valley
Camp Meeting at Agricultural Fair Grounds by Athens church
A camp meeting conducted by the Colored Baptist Church of Athens will begin on the fourth Saturday and the 28th day of the current month at the Agricultural Fair Grounds. Organizers promise efforts to make the event satisfying for attendees.
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Colored Baptist Church of Athens
Fall Hints in Rural Fields
A half sad suggestion of early fall lingers in the rural scene with fully tasseled corn and the first wild autumn blooms, whispering that the bountiful year is nearing maturity.
Not the Whole Story in Athens Sewing Ad
The notice clarifies that 325 Singer Sewing Machines were sold since February 1 in Athens county. In total, 1,500 machines have been sold in the county since the agency began operation here.
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Park Wickham
Singer
Athens County
Dr Farquhar to Visit Athens Kasamyge in August
Dr Farquhar will visit Athens Kasamyge stopping at the Warren oasis on Wednesday and Thursday August 11th and 12th.
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Farquhar
Athens
Kasamyge
Warren Oase
Fall Dress Goods Near End at Zenner Co
Mr John Friday presses to close out seasonable dress fabrics at D Zenner Co extensive fall arrivals and bargains fill every piece of dress goods space must be used to clear stock.
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John Friday
D. Zenner & Co.’s
John P. Dana Promotes Bargains in Phoenix Block
John P. Dana of Phoenix Block offers to provide convincing evidence that he is selling all classes of goods at genuine bargains.
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John P. Dana
Phoenix Block
Bunnemeyer Sells Summer Weight Suits at Cost
The article notes Bunnemeyer is filling orders from his stock of summer weight goods at less than actual cost. The move is presented as seasonable for three months and useful for next summer's wear.
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Bunnemeyer
Prices Steady At Hiram Bingham Grocery House
The late advance in many lines of groceries does not affect prices at the ending grocery house of Mr. Hiram Bingham. The stock is immense, offering a wide range of standard and fancy groceries at the lowest ruling prices in Athens County.
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Hiram Bingham
Athens County
Handsewn boots offered at lowest prices for quality work
Advertises hand sewed boots and shoes at very low prices. Claims first class workmanship and value. Mentions PET. KERN as likely place or contact. Emphasizes affordable, durable footwear with skilled stitching.
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PET
KERN
Zenner’s Athens Clothing Offers Unprecedented Bargains
The Clothing Department at D. Zenner & Co. declares firm determination to reduce prices on men’s wear. Bargains abound in Scuta tion of Clothing for Men with discounts never before seen in Athens.
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D. Zenner & Co.'s
Zenner’s
Athens
Shopping offer from D ZENNER and CO promotes savings
Very soon our cache or toads and other desirable goods at prices they can be bought for at wholesale. All who believe in saving money are requested to call to be convinced they can save money by buying from us. D ZENNER and CO.
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D. Zenner & CO
Boots and Shoes bargains in Southeast Ohio claim
John P. Dana advertises Boots and Shoes at Phoenix Block offering better value than competitors in Southeastern Ohio and invites readers to call him.
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John P. Dana
Phoenix Block
Ohio
Confidence in Waterman Drug Firm’s New Carter Store
Popular confidence grows in the F. E. Waterman & Co. drug firm since moving into their new cartage counter. The public appreciates the assurance of accurate filling of medical orders and the use of pure components.
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F. E. Waterman & Co
Carters
Valuable Hocking Farm for Sale Near Athens Ohio
A valuable Hocking farm for sale one mile below Athens containing 208 acres with hill land a brick house and new barn well watered and first class land includes a good orchard and on site school Desirable and offered on easy terms Apply for particulars to Jesse Davis Athens Ohio.
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Athens
Peter Kern's Bazaar Offers Seasonal Ladies Shoes
At Peters the prettiest seasonable shoes for ladies and misses are available at Peter Kern's Bazaar with a wide selection and fashionable styles for the current season.
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Peter Kern
Potter Births A Daughter in Athens
On Saturday evening July 31 1880 Mr and Mrs Charles W Potter of Athens welcomed a fine daughter.
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Charles W. Potter
Athens
Death of Maudie May Chamberlin at age three
Maudie May Chamberlin died in Columbus July 20 1880 of flux aged 3 years. She was the daughter of Winfield and Olive Chamberlin. Funeral services were conducted by Rev R C Harper at Salem M E Church Athens county on July 31.
Minton Seeks Republican Representative Nomination
The Athens resident W. H. H. Minton announces his candidacy for Representative ahead of the upcoming Republican primaries. Friends urge support as the party lines are drawn.
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W. H. H. Minton
Athens
An nounce A. B. Tidd As Republican Candidate
Announcement lists A B Tidd of Troy township as a Republican primary candidate for County Commissioner in the August 6 election. The notice stresses his efficiency, ties to party friends, and eligibility for the post, urging Republicans to support him.
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Lew. Beveridge
Canaan Township
Athens
Jas. McClanahan
G. L. Gorstene
John Colson
Dover Township
Colson
John Ackley
Pasion
Messenger
Henry Logan
Alexander Township
Logan
Ep. Messenger
J. W. Jones
Trimble
Jones
Tidd
Troy Township
Nelsonville
Ohio
Willis G. Hickman
B. C. Lefever
York
Bea
Sanaa
Ublicans
Ens County
OHS Sa Fon
Lodi
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Minnie Minear
Lillie Merrill
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C. L. Ricketts
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E. H. Moore
Chillicothe
Mrs. D. Zenner
Rose
Atlantic City
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Chicago
J. L. Currier
J. D. Brown
Eaton Rapid
Mich
Magnetic Springs
C. R. Sheldon
Ashtabula
Oliver Childs
Cincinnati Gazette
D. H. Moore
Wesleyan College
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Colorado University
St. Charles Hotel
Charles Baird
F. L. Junod
Lake View
Wisconsin
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Peter
CL. Kurz
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Athens Co
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