Athens News Notes and Local Happenings
Local items report four prisoners in the county jail, auctions and lectures at the college, and a mix of civic events. Notables include Dr. Gordy’s lecture on education, Maj McKinley support, road tax adjustments, and updates on county taxes and obituaries. Judge Welch’s legacy and early life rise from mill hand to supreme court judge are celebrated in detail.
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Athens
Frame
Wickham
J. P. Gordy
College Chapel
Chas. Newsom
Warren Brothers
Mercury
Peter Hibbard
Hibbard & Co
Stewart’s
Harry C. White
Toledo
M. E. Church
Guy Welch
I. O. G. T. Lodge No. 390
John C. Yontz
Nathan Hill
Chicago Physio-Medical College
Nelsonville
Cinny McLean
Maj. McKinley
Cinny
Athens County
Chas. F. Shafer
Lancaster
Mussenger
Shafer
Perry
Gertrude Jennings
H. R. McVay
Logan
McArthur
Jackson
Wellston
Columbus Golden Post
Grand Army of the Republic
Detroit
Straits
Herald and Presbyter
Cincinnati
C. W. Super
St. Lawrence River
Montreal
Quebec
Thousand Islands
A. M. Lewis
Alexander
Welch
Maj. Jewett
de Steigner
Guthrie
Gen. Grosvenor
Self Alliance
Ohio
Welch a Eminent Ohio Jurist Remembered for Public Service
A long obituary recalls Judge John Welch as a towering Ohio jurist. It credits his thirteen years on the supreme court and cites his notable ruling on The Bible in the Public Schools. It highlights his industry honesty and learning and notes his Index Digest and planned legal supplements.
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Thomas Ewing
Samual F. Vinton
Ohio
John Welch
Common Pleas
Brough
R. P. Ranney
Supreme Court of
State
Supreme Bench
Senate
National Congress
Supreme Court
Felicia Emerson
Peppy
Tie
Republican County Committee selects Infirmary Director and nominates Coroner
The Republican County Central Committee met to name a successor to the late C. K. Lansley as Infirmary Director and to nominate Dr. C. W. Cable for Coroner. J. H. Moler of Lee township chosen as director, Dr. Cable slated to be reelected. A.S. Bethel named central committeeman for Nelsonville’s second ward. The party's full ticket aims to energize Athens County voters.
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Republican County Central Committee
C. K. Lansley
J. H. Moler
Lee Township
Lansley
C. W. Cable
Nelsonville
A.S. Bethel
Moler
Cable
Republic of
Athens County
Nelsonville Forms Permanent Young Republicans Club
A permanent Young Men’s Republican Club was organized at Nelsonville on Saturday evening by Colonel Cyril Hawkins. The group numbers 127 members with forty first voters, and aims to boost a large Republican majority in York in November. Officers include President E. W. Cable. Vice Presidents C. J. Shepard N Hill W D Sidman James T. Shepard. Secretary C. E. Welch. Treasurer W. W. Gibson. Captain H. H. Fulton. Board of Managers D. C. Cable W. L. Kessinger Charles Baird Hiram Howe Jr C. W. Cable Simon Grossner Harry Cozard.
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Nelsonville
Cyril Hawkins
York
E. W. Cable
C. J. Shepard
C. J. Shepard, Dr. N. Hill
W. D. Sidman
James T. Shepard
C. E. Welch
W. W. Gibson
H. H. Fulton
D. C. Cable
W. L. Kessinger
Charles Baird
Hiram Howe, Jr
C. W. Cable
Simon Grossner
Harry Cozard
Funeral of Judge Welch At Presbyterian Church
The funeral for the late Judge Welch was held Saturday at 3 30 P M in the Presbyterian church. The service drew many old friends and neighbors who mourn the loss of a prominent public spirited citizen. Tributes were given by Rev Westervelt of the M E Church Dr David H Moore editor of the Western Christian Advocate and President Super of Ohio University. Interment followed at the new cemetery.
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State Board of Equalization
John Ackley
Athens County
Nelsonville
Athens
Ackley
Coolville
Association
David H. Moore
Western Christian Advocate
Cincinnati
H. C. Eyman
Athens Asylum
Toledo
C. B. Chesher
Cleveland Asylum
Eyman
Judge Welch
Presbyterian Church
Mr. Westervelt
M. E. Church
Super
Ohio University
New Cemetery
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Warns Public
Vintage advertisement warns readers to avoid catarrh ointments containing mercury as dangerous to smell and health. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as mercury free and effective taken internally. State-ment notes price 75 cents per bottle and urges purchase from druggists.
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Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney
Bey
Advertised Letters list at Athens post office
Uncalled letters as of August 10 include Armstrong Miss Lanales Burk Sam's Benkley 8 SH Beacon Pub Co Beal Amasa Bole Carl Cooley FE ane Connett Rachel Ginbs Mary Nethens are Reville Pl Miss Sarah Pyne T Richards Mrs Lydia Shepard W YB Stevens Miss Ethel Shook Miss Rebecca Stevens Miss Libbie Smith Irwin R G Baxen P M
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Athens Post Office
Armstrong
Lanales Burk
Sam's
Benkley
Beacon Pub. Co
Beal
Amasa
Bole
Carl
Cooley
Ane Connett
Rachel
Ginbs
Mary
Nethens
Reville
Sarah
Pyne
T Richards
Lydia
Shepard
Stevens
Miss Ethel
Shook
Rebecca
Buckeye Route Excursion To Niagara Falls And Islands
The Buckeye Route announces the season’s popular excursion to Niagara Falls Toronto and Thousand Islands on Tuesday August 25. Participants join the “Wonders of wonders” event traveling from Columbus and other C H V T Ry agencies to enjoy the tour.
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Buckeye
Nia Falls
Toronto
Tousand Islands
Royal Baking Powder Endorsed by Marion Harland
The advertisement extols Royal Baking Powder as the purest and most reliable product, claiming it makes food lighter sweeter and more wholesome. Marion Harland says she has used no other since its introduction and recommends its superior performance.
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Marion Harland
Obituary: Mrs. L. D. Wilson Passes in Athens
L. D. Wilson was born March 22 1843 in New Jersey, lived in Ohio, married in 1861, and died in Athens on July 30 1891 at 5 30 pm. She leaves a husband and seven children. Funeral at M E church on Sunday with sermon by Rev. Robert C. Harper.
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L. D. Wilson
New Jersey
Ohio
Athens
M. E
Robert C. Harper
The Ladies Delighted by Liquid Fruit Laxative
The syrup of figs offers pleasant taste and perfect safety for women. It is eye pleasing and effective on the kidneys liver and bowels, under all conditions, making it a favorite laxative choice for ladies.
Free Eye Examination by Dr Knapp at Zenner Co store
Call on Dr Knapp for eye examination and correction based on scientific principles. Free examination offered at the Zenner Co store opposite the office days Mondays and Saturdays.
Falls Excursion to the Falls of Nia and Whirlpool Rapids
A personally conducted popular price excursion via Buckeye Route on August 25 offers a transport by sleeping cars to the falls. The message promises sublime views of Cataracts and Horse Shoe, with an affordable expense for all. Written by W H Fisher G P A C H and T Railway Columbus Ohio.
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Nia
Whirlpool Rapids
Buckeye
Train of
W. H. Fisher
G. P. An A
C. H. & T. Railway
Columbus
Green Seal Paint Offers Superior Gloss and Longevity
The Hibbar Ware Co sells Green Seal Paint promising longer wear and higher gloss than competing brands. Thorough guarantee noted.
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Hibbar Ware
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The
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Medina
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Russell
T. H. Craig
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Glen Ebon
A. A. Cottrell
Wm. Cottrell
Chas. Gates
Gates
Cottrell
Marshal Beattie
Asher Buckley
Don D. Tullis
Alviah Graham
Maud Edwards
Freeport
Ill
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Miss Edwards
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Freeport High School
Amesville
Maude Curfman
Vinnie
Alma Henry
Lou Blunden
Grand Army
Washington City
Palmer
Albany
Arnold Hill
Canaan
Utley
Finsterwald
Stalder
Cicyists
L. A. Koons, Esq
Board of Pardons
Harrison County
Thomas
Iowa
John
Rome Township
Stewart
New Athens
Blackstone
Kent
Martha Starr
Wm. Starr
Middletown
Conn
Geo. H. Carpenter
Johnson M
Henry
Francis
L. A. Cameron
Commonwealth
Law Office
Sleeper & Sayer
Lincoln Club
D. L. Sleeper
State League
Ed. Saver
Carl Porter
Henry Zenner
W. E. Peters
Republican County Committee
Niagara Falls
Leo
John Swick
State of
Isaac P. Fyimareee
Cere Ordinel Hyde
Primrose
Court of Common Pleas
State of Sac
Said
Crain
Ns County
J. M. Lama
L. M. Iswerr
Centra- National Bank of New York Vey
First National Bank of
A. D
Shas
H. Minton
Cc. R. Goatees
Herrold & Hawk
W. H. Herrold
W. Hawk
Lusher Frost
Athens Sena
Preston D. Patten
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