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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1880

Page

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Athens Asylum under steady control amid reports of changes

In Athens Ohio the Athens Asylum for the Insane hosts a Sunday chapel gathering of nearly three hundred. Rev Dr Byers lauds the current orderly telephonic reporting system aiding management and care. He regrets rumors of a Superintendency change disturbing asylum quiet and harmony. Other notes include local progress in Stewart with a new depot and wheat elevator, rail work on the Baltimore Short Line, church activities in Utica and Beebe, and a testimonial for Dr Gorslene Catarrh Cure from C Hooper in Athens.

Athens Asylum Ohio State Journal Byers Athens John M. Crippen Kilvert Missouri E. Sibley M. E Utica Big Run M. & C. R. R. Company Stewart Hobson Baltimore Beebe Co. D

Marshfield Items Bring Local Changes and Plans

Elder George Van Pelt purchases the Joyce property and moves in with his family. Rev. Mr. Loomis plans to locate here next spring amid other ministers. Shaffer and Beard sell stock to Joseph Six. Ed Wilsons move to Chillicothe. Citizens prepare an oyster supper for Christmas Eve amid social notes.

George van Pelt Joyce Loomis Cherrington Blake Macedonia Shaffer & Beard Joseph Six Ed. Wilson Chillicothe

Hop Bitters Promotes Stomach Strength And Health

An Advance column notes nerves stem from digestion and a weak stomach. It advocates Hop Bitters to strengthen the stomach purify the blood and keep the liver and kidneys active to remove poisons and wastes from the body.

Change in Guysville Doctor Arranges Transition

The undersigned leaves the county for a position at P M College of Indiana and leaves his practice to Drs Frasch and Swaim who will continue operations focusing on chronic diseases surgery and eye and ear care. Patients at Dr Anthony’s office are assured of continued care by the new firm. E Anthony MD.

Guysville P. M. College of Indiana Bureau of Statistics Ohio Geiberson John Kelley Piqua Cincinnati Ohio National Guard Ohio Editorial Association Zanesville Washington Baltimore Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company Belpre Waterford Putnam Light Artillery Marietta Wm. Hadley Liberty Township Register Mile Run Thomas Ewart Granville Licking County Columbus

Parties and Picnics Endorsing Dr Seth Hart Croup Syrup

A dated testimonial from Athens citizens lauding Dr Seth Hart s Croup Syrup. Signatures include James D Brown cashier Bank of Athens Colonel G W Baker Clerk of Courts Rev David H Moore Capt J L Kessinger Capt W W Kurtz PM T H Sheldon cashier 1st National Bank dated July 29 1850. The notice promotes medicinal use for Croup Whooping Cough and common Colds in children.

Athens Seth Hart James D. Brown Bank of Athens G. W. Baker David H. Moore J. L. Kessinger W. W. Kurtz P. M T. H. Sheldon 1St National Bank

Dr Insane Scotts Celebrated Liver Pills Advertisement

An 19th century ad promotes Dr Insane Scott liver pills as a cure for liver complaint and bilious diseases. It claims safety for women and children and urges a trial, noting availability from all druggists with a July 2 date.

Insane Scott

Clothing Stock Slashed at D. Zenner & Co Sale

D. Zenner & Co advertises an immense Ready Made Clothing stock for men boys youths and children at 20 percent below competing prices. Cal kin Brothers offers Hobby Horses Toy Wagons Drums and a wide range of playthings for children.

D. Zenner & Co Eponer Calkin Brothers

Special Bargains at Zenners Boots and Shoes

D Zenner & Co closes out entire boot and shoe stock in Athens at and below cost. Ladies calf shoes or 60 cents and up. Zenners claims to be the best and cheapest place in town for boots and shoes.

Athens D. Zenner & Co’s Zenners

Udick Bros Christmas Sweetmeats Oysters Go To

For your Christmas sweetmeats and oysters, visit Udick Bros at the Phoenix Block for selection and prices.

Udick Bros Phoenix Block

Christmas Gift Book Selection From Kurtz & Norris

To one of literary tastes, the best prized and most useful Christmas gift would be a judiciously selected book. A wide range of bindings and illustrations from Kurtz & Norris appears ready for holiday trade.

Kurtz & Norris

John P. Dana’s closes out Bullets and Shoes at cost

John P. Dana’s Phoenix Block shop is closing out this tranche of stock offering Bullets and Shoes at cost. The notice highlights clearance during the shutdown with emphasis on available items and pricing.

John P. Dana Phoenix Block

Blankets and Comforts at Unbeatable Prices

D Zenner Co offers a full line of blankets and comforts priced to attract close buyers. This advert emphasizes value and seeks to draw careful shoppers with affordable options.

D, Zenner & Co

Splendidly Fitting Suits

Mr. Jacob Shaffer receives warm praise from citizens for finely made suits and fitting from his Merchant Tailoring house. Price reductions have been made from earlier season levels on all kinds of suits and single garments.

Jacob Shaffer

Bargains Extraordinary in Dress Goods and Accessories

The ad proclaims stock reductions by January first with new dress goods including cashmeres silks shawls cloaks and cloaking cloths plaits hosiery and underwear at a slight cost premium. It notes Joan P Dana in the Phoenix Block and promotes Udick Brothers holiday confections in Athens with prices to suit the times.

Joan P. Dana Phoenix Block Udick Brothers Athens Times

Ladies Grand Opportunity Sale at D Zenner Hats

The Ladies Grand Opportunity announces D Zenner & Co will offer choice hats and bonnets from their elegant assortment at or below cost to clear this season's stock. The sale emphasizes early closing out and appeals to fashionable buyers seeking bargains on seasonable headwear.

D. Zenner & Co

Extraordinary bargains in Overcoats and Winter Suits

Sharp reductions at John P. Dana's in the Phoenix Block feature remarkable prices on overcoats and winter suits, inviting shoppers to save on seasonal apparel.

John P. Dana Phoenix Block

Choice Roll Butter and Country Produce at Bingham’s HI

A local notice advertises choice roll butter and a variety of country produce available at Bingham’s in Hawaii. The listing emphasizes fresh dairy and farm goods for shoppers seeking staple groceries.

Bingham’s

Dont Look Shabby Go to John P Dana's in Athens

An Athens advertisement urges shoppers to visit John P. Dana's at the Phoenix Block offering a handsome, comfortable and durable suit of clothes for less money than elsewhere in town. The note emphasizes value and local shopping.

John P. Dana Phoenix Block Athens

Agents and canvassers wanted for E G Rideout Co

Job offer from E G Rideout Co at 10 Barclay Street New York offering selling pods with weekly earnings from $25 to $50. Promptly send for catalogue and terms dated August 19 1880 and July 10 1880 Athens Ohio.

E.G. Rideout & Co Barclay St New York

Bingham’s Offers Large Stock of Fruits and Sweetmeats

Bingham has laid in a very large and select stock of Fruits and Sweet meats for the Holiday season. Finest French Confections and cheap American Candies are included along with Raisins Currants Nuts Citron Canned Fruits and other toothsome items.

Bingham S. Hi

Hosiery and Underwear Line At D Zenner Co’s

A splendid line of hosiery and underwear of all grades and prices priced lower than other dealers at D Zenner & Co.

D. Zenner & Co’s

Canned Goods Opened At Low Prices By Bingham

Bingham has just opened a large selection of canned fruits vegetables and other items offered at bottom figures.

Bingham

Trunks and Bags Highlighted at D. Zenner & Co.

D. Zenner & Co. showcases trunks traveling bags and valises in excellent quality with modern style at prices lower than any other house in Athens promising strong value for shoppers.

D. Zenner & Co Athens

Udick Brothers Highlight Holiday Toy Line in State Section

Udick Brothers present a hand chosen holiday toy line in this state section offering seasonal gifts for children. The display emphasizes a curated assortment with emphasis on popular playthings and seasonal values.

Udick Brothers

Ready made Suits and Overcoats at Zenner Co.

Readable ad copy notes D. Zenner & Co. offers ready made suits and overcoats in superior style and quality within its extensively stocked clothing department.

D. Zenner & Co

Great Sale at The Grand Depot Promises Big Bargains

The Grand Depot advertises a January stock reduction with gifts for purchases of $5 or more. It lists many presents, claims the sale will be short, and notes store hours on Saturdays.

Iss M. Setig & Co Grand Depot N. B

Zenner and Co Overcoats Offered at Low Prices in Athens County

D Zenner & Co advertises a large stock of first class overcoats made for their trade. Buyers are urged to secure real bargains at Zenner’s. Also promotes new buckwheat flour and choice grain products from HDEAUE SARA CHLEL COL.

Athens County D. Zenner & Co Zenners

Grand Annual Clearance Sale of Dress Fabrics

D Zenner Co and John P. Dana promote deep cuts on cashmeres silks and dress goods. After this date shoppers can buy Black and Colored fabrics at marked down prices. Holiday season offers include practical dress patterns as attractive gifts.

D. Zenner & Co’s

D. Zenner & Co to Slash Prices on Holiday Goods

Holiday shoppers are told that D. Zenner & Co. will sell today and tomorrow a mammoth varied assortment of desirable seasonable goods at gratifying reductions from ordinary prices. The sale features choice and useful fancy articles for the season.

D. Zenner & Co

Mis Hundredth Birthday in Athens Boots Featured

Levi Pettibone of St. Louis celebrated his hundredth birthday last Saturday. The article extols the Peter Kern boot and shoe department in Athens for producing superior footwear daily, claiming no other house offers such superb boots and shoes.

Levi Pettibone St. Louis Peter Kern Athens

Fashionable albums return as popular gifts in Athens

Albums of various kinds have regained popularity as gifts and Kurtz & Norris are noted for offering the handsomest examples seen in Athens.

Athens Kurtz & Norris

Neckwear at Dana's in Athens Showcases New Flat Scarfs

In Athens Jno. P. Dana's highlights the latest fashion with elegant flat scarfs on display. The shop emphasizes stylish neckwear options for discerning customers seeking refined accessories.

Athens Jno. P. Dana’s Phoenix Block

Farmers Rally for Liberal Prices at Hi Bingham

Farmers urged to bring produce to Hi Bingham promising liberal prices and savings on groceries as shoppers seek bargains. The call emphasized direct sales and value for rural vendors.

Bingham

Flannels and Jeans at D Zenner Co's

Those seeking flannels and jeans can find top brand items at D Zenner Co's offering the best quality at low prices.

D. Zenner Co’s

Lime Cement and Plaster for Sale at Athens Gas Works

For sale at the Athens Gas Works a liberal discount is offered to builders and dealers. For terms address.

Athens Gas Works

Vanderbilt pledge could fund New York Exposition in 1883

The future of the Works's Exposition at New York in 1883 hinges on Vanderbilt subscribing. A $2,500,000 gift for the New York Central could secure ample funds as other railways follow. The 1876 Pennsylvania Railroad gave $1,000,000 to the Centennial and gained boosted traffic and passenger receipts.

New York Vanderbilt New York Central Pennsylvania Railroad

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