23 Aug 1883
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1883
Page
1
A detailed notice outlines a proposed road law and the shift in levy powers for bridges and roads in the county. It explains the potential impact on cash and labor levies, township duties, and city exemptions, with sections on survey authority and road changes, plus related legal proceedings and local notices.
An 1888 Ohio act limits Athens county to no more than one and one half mills for bridges and culverts, allows temporary borrowing up to the levy amount at six percent interest, and supersedes conflicting statute sections. The act takes effect October 1, 1883, and was enacted in April 12, 1888.
The 1883 Ohio bill proposes statewide voter approval in Athens county on a public highways improvement measure. If approved, township trustees must divide townships into road districts, levy 2.5 to 3 mills for road work, appoint highway supervisors, post bonds, and oversee contracts with detailed record keeping and monthly accounting. The act outlines supervisor compensation and payment procedures from road funds and requires annual reevaluation.
An order of sale in the case Samuel N. Poston vs Martin Coleman directs a public auction at the Athens county court house front door on Saturday September 5th 1885 at 1 pm. The property lies in Nelsonville Ohio and is described as in lot 134 with measurements of 31 feet 10 inches by depth to the canal appraised at 500 dollars. Cash in hand day of sale. Sheriff Tim Ward en and attorney Tompkins authorized. Aug to Sept 6 1883-n32-w5.
The youthful partners Ryan and Bell of Silvus' Old Stand on Main Street report rapid business growth since opening in December. Their stock spans staples, fancy groceries, and a large display of china, queens, and glassware at attractive prices. They invite the public to visit and buoy goodwill with honest effort.
An agent of Milo B. Stevens and Co. will be at the County Clerk's office in Athens on Friday August 24. Persons interested in pensions or other claims are invited to call.
Advertisement seeks canvassers for J. G. Blaine’s "Twenty Years of Congress from Lincoln to Garfield" to promote a best selling book. Terms offered to agents by C. W. Hollister in Bridgeport Ohio. Respond at once.
The notice announces the fall term opening at Zanessinle Business College. It directs readers to CHOGULLL & PARSONS for circulars.
Zenner and Company present the most stylish neckwear suited for hot weather with displays in Athens shops. The collection highlights lightweight fabrics and crisp fits ideal for summer wear.
Samuel Gatkiell a Nelsonville youth once committed to the Reform Farm for burglary was recaptured at West Union and sent back to the Farm. Our county resident Mr. N O Warren of Rome township remains gravely ill with little hope of recovery this week.
Grand Chief Patriarch J. B. Sheridan of McConnelsville will lecture in Athens on Wednesday evening August 29 on the unwritten work of the I O O F Encampment. Full attendance of members is urged.
Democratic leaders claimed Scott Law would doom Republicans yet now face internal doubts. The piece also notes errors in the last issue that hindered a tribute to Mrs Townsend for a grand rose.
The article notes Hoadly admits to how he gained his nomination and cites Section 7,045 which bars paying delegates for influence. It states a candidate who pays or promises payment to delegates for nomination loses eligibility for the office and may be fined and disqualified from future nominations.
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