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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1880
Page
1
The farm for Children’s Home buildings has been purchased and funds are needed now to proceed with construction. All due subscriptions not yet paid are urged to be paid at the township treasurer’s office. The Board notes a moral obligation akin to taxes and presses for immediate payments.
Kurtz and Norris highlight The Grand Depot as the busy local center with grand bargains across diverse goods. A loan exhibition offers rare books while Udick Brothers and Phoenix Block merchants promote California grapes and fresh confections. John P. Dana advertises a complete cheap stock of dry goods and clothing at Phoenix Block.
An advertisement promotes Udick Brothers in Phoenix Block offering the freshest largest raisins. It also highlights Holiday gifts at ic Loan's jewelry store and a loan exhibition at City Hall with John P. Dana inviting public examination of goods and prices. A superb stock and low prices are promised.
Shoppers are urged to visit Kurtz and Norris for a wide range of holiday gifts. John P. Dana's at the Phoenix Block boasts an unmatched stock of jeans, flannels, blankets, and domestic goods. Geo. R. Walker offers poetical works and gift books cheaper than the cheapest.
John P. Dana closes out boots and shoes at Phoenix Block with attention grabbing prices. McLean's Jewelry advertises silverware, bracelets, and Bohemian glass. City Hall hosts a Loan Exhibition with curiosities and a mattress prize donated by F M Root for the laziest man. A M E Sunday School plans a cantata and Christmas tree at M E church with modest admissions for charity. George Wolber promotes affordable Photograph Albums and millinery for holiday presents.
In Washington on Dec 13 1880 the Democratic House majority contends with Republican resistance to the electoral joint rule threatening to derail session business. Justice Strong and Judge Swayne reportedly plan resignations from the Supreme Court with possible Devens and Matthews cabinet moves amid Grant’s Capitol visit and widespread speculation about key federal appointments. The report notes New Jersey Governor Ludlow’s Democratic status, Vermont liquor law passage, and various local incidents across states, including deaths, crimes, and notable community events.
The Athens Post warns against sending money to New York brokers who promise high margins on grain and other produce. It cites bankrupt farmers affected by similar schemes and cites the New York Herald urging avoidance of such scams as sharks preying on moneyed locals.
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