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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1881
Page
5
Work advances on the Ohio Central between Athens and Corning. Athens and area news report a new building ready for occupancy at Christmas, railroad timetable corrections, and local obituaries including John Johnson of Ames Township and Mrs Hannah McWhorter near Albany.
Abe Flowers faced robbery charges in Justice Wm Golden's court after a pretrial examination showed he lost eight to nine dollars in a Wednesday seven up game with Chas Jones at Mr Edwards' boarding house. The court bound Flowers over to the Grand Jury for trial, with his father posting bond, citing gambling as a serious offense.
Ohio Central Railroad plans to construct locomotives for its Athens to Pomeroy route at Bucyrus, with over one hundred thousand dollars spent to enlarge shops. Also reports a Columbus arrest of William Love for alleged assault on two girls, with local residents hoping for innocence until proven otherwise.
A writer defends a public functionary for his refined propriety in refusing a railroad pass. The piece clarifies that using official privilege in itself is not improper and notes that passes are sometimes ridden by the author. It emphasizes abstract virtue in official conduct without condemning the practice entirely.
Friends of Miss Hattie Stieren of Mason City West Virginia report ongoing concern over her mysterious disappearance dated last month. She allegedly left from Syracuse on the steamer Hibernia in company with Moses Merrick a silverware peddler from Lodi township Athens county seeking information from Lodi township readers about Merrick.
The Athens audience enjoyed Miss Julia A. Hunt and her company in Florinel at City Hall last Thursday evening. The drama was lively and well acted with superb costumes and stage settings, and Hunt remains a favorite with local theatregoers.
Mr and Mrs D B Towner will give a concert at the M E Church this evening instead of tomorrow as announced. The couple are noted singers and have contributed to the church services during their residence in Athens, attracting large audiences.
The New York Standard Uncle Tom's Cabin Company brings an Athens show Friday evening. It features the Jubilee Singers quartet and seven thoroughbred bloodhounds among twenty performers led by Miss Lillie Iagert in the parade segment.
Chas Winger presents Baird's Famous Minstrels at Athens City Hall this Thursday evening. The 35 member troupe offers varied entertainment with a ground military and musical parade through the principal streets at noon.
The Ashtabula Telegraph reports the death of Laura Hanna aged nearly 22. Her funeral Tuesday drew large crowds and visible sorrow, with elegant floral tributes including a white and green pillow bearing her name. Relatives from Athens and friends from Cleveland attended.
Very Choice Tobaccos and fine chewing tobaccos are advertised by A. O. Sloan at his shop, located first door north of the Warren House, urging users to seek the brand variety.
All the latest sales of men's and boys hats welcome this season are offered at D ZENNER Co. A grand array of seasonable head gear awaits selection for the new arrival.
A reader remembers last year’s deep freeze and snow as this week brings moonlit nights with balmy May like weather. Lawn and pasture verdancy hint at a repetition of two years ago, and the community seems to welcome the shift in seasons.
Mr J A Deamude skilled piano and organ tuner will be in Athens in the closing part of the month. Orders left at the post office or at the Cornell House will receive prompt attention. Also note Winger's offers the best assortment of confectioneries in town.
Put aside excuses and join E G Rideout and Company at 10 Barclay Street New York to earn up to 1500 dollars a year from home. Request their catalogue and full details to start.
The exhibition features a magnetic display of latest millinery styles with daily diminishing prices. Zenner & Co offers fashionable trimmed hats and bonnets for ladies and misses at astoundingly low prices.
Ladies are invited to choose from a wider range of footwear at Peter Kern's than at any Boot and Shoe house in Athens. Goods of the best quality are offered at exceptionally low prices.
The ninth birthday anniversary of Master Dudley Welch was celebrated Tuesday evening at his parents residence Major and Mrs J M Welch. About fifty young friends of both sexes joined in the pleasant social affair.
Special advantages in price and selection of a lady's or gentleman's gold or silver case chronometer can be best made now than to await the rush that will presently set in at Kurtz & Minear's.
The M. I. Mite Society gathered Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Thomas with large attendance. The event was a gratifying occasion for all present and reflected well on the group.
Mr Robt E Brannon asserts he has the finest Krout in Athens, offered at his Produce Exchange located nearly opposite the Warren House.
Mr. Ed C. Berry will supply special ly superior Potomac Oysters for his holiday trade offering known brands and quality for seasonal sales.
The Columbus Golden Post Grand Army Republic prepares a Fair and Festival at City Hall on February 22. Local organizers outline attractions and activities for the community event.
A downtown ad urges customers to leave their foot measure for Peter Kern's Boot and Shoe Bazaar offering hand sewn boots and shoes. It also promotes Winger's for the choicest brands of fine cut and plug tobaccos.
Citizens are invited to discuss the O. C. R. R. route through the village. A gathering will be held at City Hall on Saturday evening at seven o'clock.
Mrs. M B Bartlett widow of Rev F Bartlett longtime pastor and Sabbath School teacher in Coolville retires on her 81st birthday after sixty five years teaching including nineteen consecutive years in Coolville. Her class of seven young ladies honored her with portraits and teachers later presented a copy of Three Score Years and Beyond to mark the occasion.
Notice from Carpenter & Henderson dated Feb 10 1881 asks all known debtors to pay the late firm F. E. Waterman & Co. The undersigned are sole authorized receivers of money due to the firm. Also an advertisement for Wingers selling the finest flavored cigars in Athens.
Three small farms offered for sale totaling about 60, 75, and 85 acres each. Assignees Elza Armstrong and J. P. Wood. Athens Ohio, September 1, 1881. Auction details to follow with location and terms.
Mahlon Moore of our city introduces a meat curing machine now a year in use. It saves time and salt or sugar, eliminates barrels, and can cure a 30 to 40 pound ham in minutes. Retail price five dollars, affordable for farmers and usable year round.
A line of Coupon Tickets and round trip land-exploring tickets go on sale at the Marietta and Cincinnati Express Office covering East and Southeast West and Northwest routes. Tickets valid thirty days to Kansas Nebraska Arkansas Texas towns and to Oakland and Deer Park Maryland. Information from W F Scorr at Athens Ohio office.
John Friday of D Zenner & Co. runs off mountain piles of overcoats in the clothing department as weather dampens demand. Bargains linger at the leading commercial center of D Zenner & Co with immense prices on garments.
An advertisement touts Boreman’s Sweet Vermifuge as a pleasant, child friendly remedy for worms, claiming kids will readily take it and urging parents to use it for worm infestations.
Revenue from tobacco in all forms last fiscal year reached 43000000 dollars and the popularity of Charley Winger's Cigars and Tobaccos suggests this figure will be exceeded next year at his new Main Street business.
Great reductions in men and boys overcoats at D Zenner and Co tempt shoppers in Athens. The piles appear to melt as prices stay unusually low. High discounts and large display of winter garments draw crowds.
D. Zenner & Co. offers extensive lines of cashmeres and silks including black and fancy silks at a slight advance on prime cost. Strong emphasis on exact choices and varied stock for shoppers seeking luxury fabrics.
The ladies of Athens and county praise D. Zenner & Co. for the handsomest millinery display yet seen in Athens. The collection features many entrancing French pattern bonnets and everything in the line is offered at very low prices.
D Zenner and Co offer bargains in useful presents and big price cuts across departments. Flannels, jeans, blankets, heavy overcoats, cloaks and dolmans, cashmere items feature deep discounts. Store urges examination of stock before purchasing and highlights low prices in Athens County.
Dr O C Farquhar plans an official visit to Athens on December 13 and 14 stopping at the Warren House as part of his regional tour.
The handsomest cloaks and dolmans are offered by D Zenner Co with the lowest figures for quality in Athens. Readily available styles emphasize value and finish for discerning shoppers in the city.
Children crowd Charley Wingert's new Confectionery on Main Street to view a fine exhibition of candies and express hopeful estimates of treats to be enjoyed.
Ladies and misses are invited to view new and desirable lines of late style hosiery at D Zenner and Co. The selection promises attractive patterns and current fashion trends.
Parties and picnics supplied with ice cream of the best quality on short notice. W H Potter offers prompt service for gatherings with reliable counts and delivery options.
For sale at the Athens Gas Works with a liberal discount to builders and dealers. Terms available on request by address provided.
On the evening of Navy 30th at the residence of George Chadwell Millfield Athens County Ohio J R Allen M G joined in matrimony Aladdin W Russell to Miss Lillie A Harding witnessed by local residents and clergy.
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