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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1883

Page

5

Grand clearance sale and local notices

D. Zenner & Co offers at or below cost on summer stock including lace garns and hats while stockroom items such as carpets and coats are deeply discounted. Also reports: camp meeting in Johnson's Grove, cholera infantum in Nelsonville, canal and railroad updates, and the upcoming Detroit excursion by the Columbus Hocking Valley and Toledo road.

D. Zenner & CO Columbus, Hocking Valley Toledo Detroit Michigan

Great show draws huge crowd to Parkersburg

The magnetic attractions of Bar num s Greatest on Marth drew a large crowd from the state to Parkersburg last Friday. Athens visitors were spellbound and several did not find their way home for days after the show departed, causing friends’ worries about possible trampling by Jumbo or Sioux interactions.

Parkersburg Athens

Swindlers Evade Injury As Circus Train Collides

A Kentucky Central railroad collision involving O Brien's circus last week caused about three thousand dollars in circus damage. No injuries were reported to the swindler group accompanying the troupe, despite the crash near Athens.

O’brien Athens Kentucky Central Railroad

Omission Delays Teacher Certificate Examination at Athens

The regular examination of applicants for teachers certificates did not take place on Saturday drawing disappointment from many men and women who travelled from various parts of the county to Athens for the event.

Athens

Death of Henry B. Young in this place

Henry B. Young died at his mother's residence Friday evening after a protracted illness. He was about 33 years old. Funeral services were held at the family home Sunday afternoon at 4 o clock.

Henry B. Young the Messenger

Woman's Christian Temperance Union Meets Weekly in City Churches

The Athens WCTU holds Saturday meetings in vestries of the Presbyterian and Methodist churches on a rotating basis. This week the Presbyterian invite is extended to all. Mustering Officer F T Tow sley plans to join Bishop Williams Post 206 at Jerseyville next Friday at seven to recruit, many already joining. Sallie Bennett of Little Federal celebrated a birthday on the 10th with a large party and numerous gifts.

The Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Athens Presbyterian Methodist F.T. Towsley Bishop Williams Jerseyville Sallie Bennett Little Federal

Revival draws crowds at Lancaster camp meeting

A famous boy preacher conducts daily and nightly electric revival at a camp meeting near Lancaster. The event attracts large crowds and offers half fare travel on the Hocking Valley railroad to attendees.

Lancaster Hocking Valley Railroad Hocking Valley

Athens County Tops State in Grand Army Posts

Adjutant Frank T. Towsley notes Athens county contains more Grand Army Posts than any other county in the state, highlighting its veteran organization strength.

Athens County Frank T. Towsley

Temperance Day Planned at Coolville Camp Meeting

The Coolville camp meeting sets aside Tuesday the 21st for Temperance Day with distinguished speakers from abroad. Organizers urge a full attendance and emphasize the event's importance.

Coolville

Body of epileptic patient found in river near Asylum pump house

Friday afternoon James Grimm discovered the drowned woman Elmira Crabie 30s near the Asylum. She had escaped her ward during outdoor exercise after seven years as an inmate. Her death remains in doubt whether by accident or design. The story also notes tax distributions under the Scott law and reports on the Marietta District Association camp meeting at Coolville and local wool market totals in Athens county.

James Grimm Elmira Crabie Hebardsville Coolville Marietta District Association Athens Joseph M. Trimble A. B. Leonard W. H. Scott T. DeWitt Peake D. Hutsinpiller Stewart Jennie Smith

Death of Daniel Walker in Carthage Township Athens County

The death of Mr Daniel Walker on Tuesday of last week at his home in southeast Carthage township Athens county marks another loss among the region's honored pioneers. He was eighty three years old and had lived in Carthage township over sixty years, his patriarchal life noted for honor and charity.

Johnson’s Grove Nelsonville James Farrell James A. Campbell Trimble Township Athens Daniel Walker Carthage Township Athens County Ed. F. Black Cincinnati Minear Clay McLean Washington D. H Mary Suydam Columbus Emma Roach Will Staley Amesville Maggie Rickey Sam Axtel Lizzie Winger Isaac Hall Wirt County West Virginia Ek. B. Clarke Chillicothe Mr. Gorhmley

Woman Severely Injured in Suburban Nelsonville Crash

Mrs. George Lavely sustained horrific injuries in a Longstrethh suburb crash near Nelsonville last Saturday. Her right side and arm were crushed and doctors feared amputation at the shoulder. latest reports suggest she may not survive.

George Lavely Longstrethh Nelsonville

Mrs Miller Read News at Ninety Six

An elderly woman, Mrs Jane Miller of this place, seated herself to rest before a business house and read a newspaper without glasses. The incident is noted only because she is nearly ninety six years old.

Jane Miller

Protracted Meeting Planned at Cumberland Church

Rev. T A Welch with Rev KE M Johnson of Mattoon Illinois to start a protracted meeting at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church near Hibbardsville, beginning Friday evening the 17th. Communion services scheduled at 11 o clock Sunday in the same church.

T. A. Welch KE. M. Johnson Mattoon Illinois Cumberland Presbyterian Church Hibbardsville

Juvenile thief Buchtel linked to spree of house breaks and thefts

The report describes Buchtel as a likely champion juvenile kleptomaniac whose alleged crimes include breaking into houses, stealing from bread wagons, and pilfering poultry. He faces potential placement in Reform Farm inmates as a result of these acts.

Buchtel

Rain Accelerates Corn Growth After Lifting Drouth

Yesterday morning's heavy rain aided corn growth that had slowed due to prior dryness. The precipitation arrived in beneficial amounts, supporting crops in the region.

Athens Scene of Visits Strikes of Local residents listed

Deputy Sheriff Hamblin of Logan visits Athens. Many residents and visitors from Cincinnati, Columbus, Hibbardsville, Pleasanton, and New Haven travel or stay in Athens for weeks. Local church services note the death of Rev. Hut sinpiller’s mother. G A R post mustering new members at Trimble. Council contracts with Athens Gas for street lighting at five years.

Hamblin Logan Miss Hattie Cromen Hibbardsville Miss Maud Leezer

Mental activity harms teeth, claims French savants

An ironic note states that frequent mental exertion supposedly decays teeth by using up dental phosphates. The Athens Herald editor is said to be untroubled by tooth decay, remarked in passing.

Athens Herald

Townsman M P Murphy In Critical Cholera Morbus Condition

Our townsman Mr M P Murphy has been alarmingly ill with an ailment like cholera morbus and remains in critical condition, according to his physician Dr A B Frame.

M. P. Murphy A. B. Frame

Athens County Teachers Institute Opens with Promising Outlook

The Athens County Teachers Institute begins August 20 and runs for a week. A teachers examination will follow immediately at the close on Saturday the 25th. The article notes distinctions among workers on the municipal stone pile behind City Hall based on wages versus fines and their differing work output.

Athens County Teachers’ Institute

Coler Appointed to Ohio State University Post

Mr. C. B. Coler, of this year’s Ohio University class, has been appointed to a position at Ohio State University in Columbus. Coler is described as experienced and capable, qualities that will ensure his efficiency in the new post.

Bessemer Buchtel Happy Hollow Kanawha Ohio Central Railroad University Normal Nelsonville R. E. Scott Angelo €. Davis Chautauqua F. P. Graham Ohio University Scott Devol Miss Weld United States Patterson New Hampshire C. 8. Coler Ohio State University Columbus Coler

Townsend's front yard prized for superb vase display

A Mrs. Major Chas Townsend earns praise for her tastefully kept front yard featuring handsome vases, with one superb piece adorning the parlor table.

Major Chas Townsend

Twentieth Fourth District Missionary Society Meet at Marshfield

The annual meeting of the Twenty Fourth District Ohio Christian Missionary Society will be held at Marshfield beginning Thursday evening September 6 and continuing through Sunday. A cordial invitation to attend is extended to all.

Ohio Christian Missionary Society Marshfield

Revivalist James Pondexter to Lead Sunday Camp Meeting

The eloquent revivalist Rev. James Pondexter of Columbus will occupy the stand at the camp meeting grounds here next Sunday, a move expected to draw a large crowd.

James Pondexter Columbus

Advertising offer for Ohio State Journal subscription

Will be sent to any address from present time until November 1st for twenty five cents. The Weekly Ohio State Journal is enlarged to 8 pages 48 columns and a leading newspaper of the West. Mr Clarence Bartlett completed a pastel female bust for the Cincinnati Exposition depicting a known Athens lady.

Ohio State Journal Ohio State Journal Co Columbus Clarence Bartlett Athens

Gratitude From Burchfield Family In Athens

A Card expresses deep thanks from Mrs. Burchfield and family for the many kind favors shown during her protracted illness. The note extends appreciation to friends in Guysville and Stewart and asks that the Creator reward their kindness. Athens, Ohio, Aug. 13, 1883.

Guysville Stewart

Ohio University fall term opens with expanded Normal Dept

The Ohio University fall term starts September 4 1888 with enhanced Normal Department offerings. Practical experienced teachers lead multiple classes in Arithmetic Grammar Geography and more. Tuition for thirteen weeks is nine dollars with extra penmanship charges. G P Coler is principal of Preparatory Department Athens Ohio.

Ohio University G. P. Coler Athens Ohio

Popular Grocery House Earns Local Acclaim

Ryan and Bell Grocers at Silvus' Old Stand on Main Street report rapid success since starting in December. They offer a full staple and fancy grocery line plus an extensive selection of china, queens, and glassware at attractive prices, inviting the public to call.

Messrs. Ryan & Bell Grocers Silvus Old Stand Main St Athens Ryan & Bell

Kurtz & Minears Offer Low Prices on Chronometers

Caton Watches recommends considering the current remarkably low prices on gold or silver watches as Kurtz and Minears offer standard American chronometers at discounted rates.

Caton Kurtz & Minears

Temple of Fashion Exhibition Coming to Athens

In Lan caster the Temple of Fashion displayed wide Fall goods for gentlemen’s suits. Mr. Trout, their Athens representative, will bring a profuse display of new goods. Headquarters will be at the Warren House with a public arrival date to be announced.

Lancaster Temple of Fashion Trout Temple Athens Warren House

Burdett and Butts Marry at Bride’s Fathers Home

The couple Monroe D. Burdett and Thedosia Butts wed Tuesday at the bride’s father near Guysville in a ceremony led by Rev. W. B. Brown of the M E Church.

Burdett— Brown Guysville W. B. Brown M. E. Church Monroe D. Burdett Thedosia Butts

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M. D D. Zenner A&a CO Zenner & Co’s Waldo Baird Canaanville John Bates James Gorstene Hocking York Kimble Major A. Norton Robt E. Brannon Hull Foster, Jr Samuel Pickering Lecai Perveerai Mrs. Wm. Richie Mrs. Candy Middleport Justice Henry Logan Pleasanton Clara Hooper Mrs B. T. Addleman Rose Zenner Leopold Iriday Major J. M. Welch Magnetic Springs Guthrie Marietta W. B. Smith G. W. Harmon J. A. Frame Washington County Lizzie Dalrymple Frenchtown New Jersey Alex. Cochran Park L. Roush New Haven Hastings James Ballard Flossie N. J. Jones Hattie Lamb Rose Mendelson Leopold Nancy Finley Wim. M. Dfdwards Springfield Willie Dean Arthur C. Scott John Dean I. Z. Haining Rio Grande Gallia County Mayor Wood Ida Gertrude A. H. Sheppard Messenger J. C. Woodyard John Union County John Friday Emmett Tompkins Core Gallipolis Hutsinpiller M. FE Montfort Trimble F. T Towsley Watkins-Andrews Dept. of Ohio G. A. Russell P. C J. W. Jones 8. V.C James Campbell J. V. Co J. BF. Kempton Adjt J. W. Bryson Q. M H. D. Danford John McNutt S. H. Johnson FE. Wyatt O. G Chas Wolley Joseph Zimmerman William Biddison Thomas Hope Aid de Camp J. W. A. Gillespie America Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Gilles~pie Ca Muondiay Athens Gas Company Novlet Iss Ohio Stay Journal the Temple of Fashion
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