04 Dec 1890
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1890
Page
1
Athens county post items note sixteen post offices, early snow, pumpkin contest at Staley's, and Christmas plans. Glouster population cited at 1700 with church meetings, shows, and school activities, plus road and utilities notes and a large Thanksgiving banquet at Palace Cincinnati.
A Saturday program at the Athens Conservatory featured piano duets by Mary Schwefel and Bertha Hoover, solos by Adda Alderman and Anna Jones, a vocal duet with Mary Schwefel and Jennie Ryan, and a children’s piano piece by Master John Warren. The event showcased a thriving school of music and pride for the community. The article also notes appeals for local contributions to buy a pole and flag for the Children’s Home to promote patriotism, mentions Dell G Graham’s indictment for obtaining property by false pretenses in Cleveland, and warns locals about potential arrests of unemployed loafers under existing laws.
Lake shipments of coal on the C. H. V. & T. road have reached record levels this season with about 550,000 tons handled at Toledo docks, up by roughly 120,000 tons from last year’s total.
A remark notes that drinking from the far side of a water glass on the table can instantly stop hiccups, a suggestion linked to the approaching festive season.
Mr I A Gerin paused in Athens during his journey to Columbus from Spencer city where he just completed a contract with Mr O Bleaness for brick work on the asylum for the insane at that place.
Mrs. Dr. A. B. Morrison of Marietta visits Mrs. L. M. Jewett. Mrs. A. W. Allom notes Mrs. Fannie Cooley of ville as an agreeable guest. Miss Georgie Beasley of Amesville visits Mr. David Dyson. Mrs. Martha Foulke of Berwyn Nebraska stays with her daughter Mrs. C. H. Peters. Henry O Biennes returns from Spencer WV for Thanksgiving. Other visitors include Mrs. Chas Edwards of Glouster, Mr. and Mrs. J. Lindley Jones to Munice Ind. Miss Kate Hoyt visiting Grace T. Jones of Jackson. Fr. John E. McGuirk of Portsmouth greets Athens friends. Col and Mrs. W. W. Bond and children visit General and Mrs. Grosvenor. also Mr. and Mrs. George Currier of Columbus. Earn Pickering family and Nell, Cliff of Columbus spend Thanksgiving with Samuel Pickering. Dr and Mrs W. B. Pickering with Glouster. Mr. and Mrs. Cash Crippen return from St Paul Minn. Crippen recovers from illness. Lizzie Barton, Glouster teacher and former Athens High graduate, visits Athens. attends I. O. G. T. district meeting in Logan as Glouster lodge delegate.
During the current term the court granted divorces in Joshua Cole vs Esther Cole absence Marietta E Higley vs Rodney A Higley decree for defendant custody of child Gene yra Poston vs Don L Poston cruelty decree for plaintiff custody of child Kate Wilson vs James Wilson absence decree for plaintiff change of name Chas A Place vs Elon Place adultery decree for plaintiff Eliza beth Blanchard vs John Blanchard divorce denied custody split with girl to mother boy to father
The Chautauqua Circle will meet at Mrs. deSteigner's at 2 30 p m Friday Dec 12 1890. Roll call Quotations from Milton Paper sketch of Charles 2d Mrs A J Frame Reading selections from Milton poems Ballard Bene eaabottled Farmers Miss ell Recitation Miss Morse Current Events
At the regular Columbus Post No 89 G A R meeting on Tuesday night December 2 1890 officers were elected Commander W S Lowry Senior Vice Commander Jas A Miller Junior Vice Commander Dick Saddler Chaplain Henry Morrison Quartermaster D M Burchfield Surgeon Thos Morris Officer of Day ed Hackman Officer of Guard Cart Davis.
A Toledo advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure offering one hundred dollars for any deafness case caused by catarrh not cured by the remedy. It explains deafness from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and urges constitutional treatment with a circulars offer. Druggists sell the product for 75 cents.
The case seeks 10000 dollars in damages with a jury in progress. Plaintiff represented by Grosvenor and Jones. defendant by Judge Guthrie and Maj. L. M. Jewett.
A quip about remaining turkeys after Thanksgiving shifts to a sober note that Christmas is near, urging reflection on safety and the approaching holiday.
In Athens Ohio on November 17 1890 Apa F Crippen writes to the Scottish Rite Knights Templar and Master Masons Aid Association Dayton Ohio thanking them for a five thousand dollar full settlement of Policy No 475 for her husband Henry C Crippen. She notes swift payment after his transfer to the new plan and requests continued support for distressed widows and orphans.
A local notice urges shoppers to inspect J. C. Campbell's stock before buying Christmas gifts. It highlights available merchandise and directs readers to visit the shop for selection and pricing.
Mr. J. C. Campbell showcases a magnificent Athens furniture and Christmas novelties display. The stock features easy couches chiffoniers etageres fancy tables and chairs with first choice for early buyers. Campbell invites all to visit promising a pleasant and profitable call.
An 1891 advertisement page features A Monerr offering dyeing and cleaning services opposite the Repot on Union Street and Hibbard's promotions for glassware and big bottle of beans at A O Sloan's. Also Foley Young's meat market advertises sugar cured beef tongue. The Living Age 1891 promo by Littell & Co. highlights reduced rates and free interim numbers for new subscribers.
Holi shoppers seek footwear for self and family at Peter Kern's Boot and Shoe Bazaar. Large holiday preparations are under way at Saar for the season, with broad selections and savings for purchasers.
Fragmentary notice from Sepe Groxce Poe Hibbardsville Ohio describes cattle for sale with unclear details. The readable portion mentions two cattle sexes and a single address fragment, offering few specifics on terms or contact.
A handwritten note from a reader expresses excitement for Christmas presents and holiday cheer. The message emphasizes warmth, generosity, and shared moments with family during the festive season.
The April 1893 grand naval review off New York will feature about thirty six battleships. Several vessels to be shown are described as among the best men of war ever built, representing a peak in naval strength.
This ad promises daily new stock at Hibbard the druggist. It highlights a wide variety of holiday gifts, including gentlemen’s toilet sets in leather cases, with the claim of narrow profits and exclusive assortments to attract customers.
A. O. Sloane’s well known shop is already filled with holiday atmosphere. The busy trade center anticipates a wide range of appropriate articles for the holidays and urges shoppers to begin their rounds there.
A new East imported display of Christmas presents arrives at Hibbard's drug store. Early customers will have the best selection as the display goes on sale and items are claimed quickly.
Desirable vacant corner lot in Athens in lot 98 for sale. Inquire of R de Steigner for terms. November 18 1890. Smoking sets at Hibbard's offered as Christmas gifts for smokers.
Oysters remain the main attraction at Foley and Young’s meat market, drawing the largest share of local trade in seafood. The shop continues to emphasize quality and steady demand from regular customers.
Local shop Hibbard's highlights steady in stock toilet soaps ready for holiday gifts. A box is a nice option for Christmas shopping and stocking stuffer appeal.
The Choice winnerwurst at Foley and Young's meat market earns praise. Hibbard's offers attractive designs in combs tooth brushes and hair brushes attracting shoppers.
The Pumpkin presents a single lot for sale this week, detailing available items and bidding terms. Readership is invited to inspect the lot and participate in the sale as announced.
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