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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1895

Page

5

Boundary dispute and partisan politics in 1895

The article reports on Venezuela and British Guiana boundary commission funding, Ohio inauguration preparations for Gov elect Bushnell, and debates on greenbacks and public accountability. It notes Republican strength, Cleveland era policies, and U S stance on Monroe doctrine amid fears of war with Britain.

Jon Guress Venezuela British Guiana Bushnell Ohio United States Great Britain

Political neglect and the duty of vigilance in government

Ex-President Harrison is cited on the need for constant citizen watchfulness over government. The piece argues delegation does not relieve citizens of duty and favors persistent engagement, noting voters’ episodic interest after elections and urging continuous oversight to prevent delinquency.

Bryce Harrison Salvation Army Seoner

Methodist Sunday School Christmas Exercises Draw Large Crowd

Monday evening in city hall the Methodist Sunday school held its Christmas exercises and annual treat. Prof Wilkie Boughton presided as pupils delivered songs and recitations to a full house of proud parents and other attendees. The Home children received special applause for their polished performance and Geo L Pillsbury sang a solo to the delight of all.

Methodist Sunday School Wilkie Boughton Geo. L. Pillsbury Ezala Fe

Washington Letter on Cleveland and Monroe Doctrine Fallout

Washington dispatch discusses President Cleveland's Monroe Doctrine message and a self-inflicted political misstep. It notes British pressure, chances of financial panic, and uncertainties over tariff policy during Christmas. It lists committee changes and quotes Admiral Meade on naval balance and a speculative warning on Anglo American war. It also reports a fatal shooting near Bower's school, Clark Metcalf killed by an accidental gun discharge.

Wall Street Congress Cleveland London United States United State Democratic Congress Republican Party Wasniveroy D. C Mr. Cleveland British Guiana Venezuela New York Chamber of Commerce New York England House Ways and Means Senate Reed Representative Payne N. Y Representative Dingley Maine Payne Merchant Marine and Fisheries Bower’s Clark Fletcher Metcalf Edgar Carpenter Young Metcalf

The New Year’s Bells Poem by Alice Florence Pilcher

Poem urging bells to ring softly for the old year’s knell and the new year’s birth. It blends themes of farewell and hope, calling bells to tell of lessons learned, renewal, and peaceful change. The author praises joy, peace, and the swift growth of virtue in the newborn year.

Alice Florence Pilcher

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