Yearly Meeting of Freewill Baptists at Grande College
The Grande College yearly meeting convened with forty eight churches across Kentucky Ohio and nearby counties. Delegates from seven quarterly meetings discussed denominational literature education missions and reform, elected ministers and examined candidates, ordained two ministers, and elected officers. Weather caused some Sunday services to be moved to stores while reports showed increased missions giving and renewed church zeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freewill Baptists
Albany
Rex
Oueday Schools
Grande Culiege
Davis
Ug Nolde
Sollon
Wlamantag
Blake
Jacdo
Moget
J. M. Sharer
Vinton
Big Grande
A. H. Las
Rochester
Samuel Fulton
Malals
Hell
Women's Missionary Society
Yearly Meeting For Missions
Lila B. Davis
Rio Grande
Thula CG. Hooper
Athens
Maineville
Rd. Posen
Er. Waston
Yearly Meeting
Ker
W. Martin
Poston
Tivre
J. W
Peston
EB. N. Long
IM. Davis
J. W. Martin
A. J. Lash
M. Davis
Obscure Encampment Notice Amid Ragged Text
Fragmentary OCR note mentions National Encampment at Rut and Obie Lines, hinting at a low rate sale or event around August with September activities. Names and places are garbled, but reference to Buffalo and central lines appears. Extra characters obscure concrete facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anyroet
Obie
Buffalo
Obie Central Lines
Judge Wood as Hatmaker Demonstrates Hay Mowing Iron Will
The county tale recounts Judge Wood mowing a side hill with a scythe, performing feats that earn mock medals in haymaking. Bees attack as he mows a beehive, causing a scramble across a fence while the Judge preserves his cheer and continues cutting hay with relentless vigor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dudgy
Chefede
Dodge Wiedl
Si Allen
Wees
Jhosaphar
Witus
Denny
Stacy
Syracuse pianist Phillips lands Ohio college post
Bons Baker Philips, a Syracuse University Fine Arts graduate noted as a leading pianist, has accepted a position to head the musical department at Ohio University in Athens. The move marks a high honor, reflecting widespread acclaim of his concert performances of Rubinstein Grieg and Saint Saens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bons Baker Philips
Syracuse University
Ione
University of Ohio
Siuated
Athens
Buckeye State
Phillips
Focal University
Rubinstein
Grieg
Saint Saens
Syracusan
Syracuse
Sir Phillips
Syracuse.n
Hapey Kuptials At the Lyme of Rev John W and Mra y M iSibles
Hapey Kuptials report a quiet wedding at CanaanyMe with Fred Kirkendall of Bourneville marrying Miss Anece Prevence, daughter of Mr and Mrs Pitcher. The ceremony by Mr Pitcher, prayers by Mr Sibley, and a repast followed. The bride, white silk, a capable Athens alumna and art teacher. the groom, a Bourneville High School head, graduate of OU. They left for Mountain Late Park Maryland for a brief wedding trip then begin a new teaching year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyme
John W
Mra. Y. M. iSibles Filcher
CanaanyMe
Worl
Fife
Athens couple wed in simple Bowd of Wedl oga wedding
The marriage of Lamest Walker and Lucile Gethel took place Tuesday at seven on Congress Street. Judge Bethel and Rev J M Allen officiated. Only close friends attended. Lucile, daughter of Judge Bethel, wore purple chiffon and Marechal Neill bouquet. A wedding supper followed to eleven. Guests included Mr and Mrs J L Rhode Olsonville and Mrs A 0 Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamest
Walker
Lucile M. Gethel
Q'giogk
A. S Bethel
Gongress Street
Ani
J. M. Alien
Marechal Neil
Mas Bethel
He Ien Piciett Win
Gewnysman
Briggemall
Rhode
Olsonville
A. 0 Alien
Delia Walker
Suithe
Mamie Stiges
Now Theyre Really Married Machners Tie Knot at Probate Office
A couple described as longtime companions, Luella and Charles P Machner, were formally wed in a Saturday night ceremony in the Athens county probate office officiated by Rev Cyrius Rose. The couple had previously lived in New York Cincinnati and New England before choosing to formalize their common law marriage. Mrs Henry Gilkey died Tuesday night near Athens aged about fifty. funeral and interment will be at Bassoit church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welock
Cyrius Rose
Charles P. Machner
Luella Z. Machner
Machael
New York
Cincinnati
New England
Athens County
Weakl Bo
Athens
New Ensland
Henry Gilkey
Bassoit Church
Wanted witness Thomas Rainey sought in Lewsey will case
A notice from Probate Judge in Zanesville seeks a witness to the last will and testament of S W Lewsey, filed at D L Sleeper's law office in iste. Apr. Information requested by A S Brine. unrelated medical cures and patent remedies appear in the text including Bronchini products and Witch Heart Salve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Rainey
S. W. Lewsey
Sleeper
Iste
A. S. Brine
Gormley Vote Selling Scandal Roils Morgan County
The Morgan County matter centers on Hugh Gormley and party accusations of vote selling. Finley claims perjury and offers, while three Mor citizens testify Gormley heard of an offer not accepted. The dispute may prompt a grand jury inquiry into alleged bribery and political corruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Gormley
Gormley
Democratic Central
Magic City Statesman
Ivers
Rutter
Har Hsmets
Piis
Noble County
Vigy
Hutter
Gurmley
Tieter Hutter
McVonnalsville Herald Fitet
iMr
Pinter
Geruiles
Parilentas
Piites
Alor
Tackport
Cuumey
Reruicer
Br. E. LeFevur
Gorssley
Finles
Finley
Noble
Mor
Morgan
Sheriff Riley Dabbles Denver Sightseeing in Colo Visit
Dear editor Trem: A traveler from St. Louis after 36 hours of travel arrives in Denver and Nebraska notes crops thriving, especially Nebraska corn, with large recent and current harvests. Describes Denver as a beautiful city, snow on mountains, gardens thriving, and enjoying warm weather and scenery. The writer and his wife send regards, signed M. M. Riley.
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Shord
Liter
Colorado
Vaesy
St. Louis
Obie
Nebraska
Niles
Dara
Tryly
Denver
Hitny
Remove the Town Clock to the Courthouse Belfry
Athens citizens urged moving the town clock from city hall to the courthouse belfry during city repairs. Proponents argued the larger dial, better visibility, and lower upkeep justify the move, while noting only minor repairs to the clock would be needed and the public would benefit townwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Household Medical Directory Sees New Health Trends
A confused OCR fragment describes a medical directory, noting medical terms and remedies of an era. It mentions a catalog of diseases and treatments, with references to care and patient wellbeing, reflecting the era’s health guidance and public health concerns.
Merritt to Guide Education in Rome and Canaan
Prof Merritt is appointed supervisor to oversee the educational system in Rome and Canaan townships. He will coordinate joint schools and alternate Saturday sessions, aligning recitations in arithmetic and grammar across 87 schools. The plan aims at improved system and classification, with teachers instructed to discuss educational aims and methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsat
Merritt
Rome
Canaan
Home Township
Cam
Mer Martitt
Ovary
Death Notice of Charles D. Lindley in Olympia
Charles D. Lindley died at his home in Twentywater July 21 from paralysis at age seventy one. Born in Pennsylvania, he moved to Ohio young and to Twentywater, Washington in 1889. A Royal Arch Mason and Sir Knight, his masonic career began in 1855. He was brother to H. B. Lindley of Chicago and to Mrs. G. L. Dickey and Mrs. Charles Henry of Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olympia
Washington
Charles D. Lindley
Twenwater
Alpens County
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Turowater
Knight
H.B. Lindley
Chicago
G. L. Dickey
Charles Henry
Athens
Barn Fire Destroys Sterling Gray’s Barn near Coalville
A large barn owned by Sterling Gray near Coalville burned Monday night, destroying the structure and its grain. Fire investigators deem arson likely as no culprit has been identified. The loss is expected to exceed the cost of the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Gray
Coalville
Wedding Trip Promises Delightful Vows Aboard Detroit Line
Fragmented OCR hints at a wedding related travel narrative aboard a Detroit and Cleveland steamship bound for an island destination. References to pamphlets, addresses, and a distant event suggest a ceremonial journey with unclear details about participants and schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Cleveland Steel
Seo Dreezen
Treiredt
Mich
The Colored Man's Friend General Grosvenor Tribute
A historical snippet notes General Grosvenor praised by Consul Raffin and Tennessee delegate, amid speeches by a broad slate of U.S. senators and governors. The piece highlights loyalty to Grosvenor and the Colored Republican voter bloc, naming numerous political figures and Tennessee figures in a ceremonial tribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grosvenor
Raffin
Golorad
Anuftin
Tennessee
Conan
Jaramikwy
Memphis
Civesvenor
United States
Yale and Frye
Maine
Procetor
Vermont
Moor and Lodge
Massachusetts
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Pritchard
Ceorge N. Willman
John Ty Lavin
Dave Nunn
Ladmire
Femor
Ciharies
Crosvenor
M. A. Hania
President McKinley to attend State Fair in Columbus
State Board of Agriculture reports acceptance of President McKinley invitation to the State Fair. Secretary Wilson and a small party will accompany him to Columbus. A special program is planned with events and a keynote address on the exposition grounds. About 58 000 schoolchildren are expected to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Agricuture
McKinley
State Board
Agricuure
Wilson
Jairy
Presi+dents
Hit
Columbus
McHinley
Examiner's Easy Day and Regimental Reunions Highlight 1897 Ohio News
On Exam day 89 applicants attended the examiner event with certificates issued for prior passers and papers graded for teachers preparing for upcoming sessions. Regimental reunions are planned in Jackson and Columbus with reduced rail fare offered. health and tonics are advertised alongside One Minute Cough Cure and Shaker Digestive Cordial for public consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rygarday
Schagt Grammers
Oline
W. Lawrence
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Ohio River Division
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Davie
la Grande
Attendines
Judge Wood
Ui Pailles
Engaged
H. Weidman
Galiette
G. Moore
Isaac Crook
L. M. Jewett
P.c. Thomas
Henry O'Blewwss
James Palmer
C. H. Grosvenor
F. E. Foster
Julia Norton
Satlie
Hinda Foster
Bima ‘ Carpenter
Isis Thomas
Barker
ML Pessets
Natitaemal
Bown Fair
FUE C. Kink Phaliatel
Mlatence
Pilcher
Thames
Hrrm
W. Fay
Elizabeth
Pethes
Cate
Wwe Bt
Fred Kirkendall
Misa
Florence Pilthey
Kueband
Wile
Bowds OF
Wedloga
Mrs
Mra Machner
Chappelear
Gough Gure
Bet
Amiali
Cine
John Griffin
Zanesville
Sears
Evrema
Akin
Sheriff
M. M. Riley
Athone
Connttan
Gallarrh
F. J. Chener & Co
Tobile
Toledo
His
Chenney &Co
Hat
Ment McKinley Ley
Ohio Heavy Artillery
Jackson
Court House
J. ©. Horsigrment
G. Miner
Sec'y
Jackson, C
Turchin
Army of West Virginia
Oline Misike Coagh Cote
Cline
ABCHE
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