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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1883
Page
8
The circular states Athens will host a major Summer Normal School with extensive programs for nearly all student levels. Prominent instructors and strong staffing promise thorough work and a large attendance.
Long column recalls Athens Kenton area life with deaths of Mrs. Burrell and Mrs. Ford, bridge repairs, concerts, schooling, a meteorology bureau note, a nuptial at Ulmer residence, notable locals like Hull Foster, J. P. Weethee’s reminiscences, and a plea to preserve documents from 1827 Athens.
County treasurer Coe extends grace to late taxpayers but warns of growing business line problems. He will finalize his settlement with the Auditor of State within a week, on the 15th inst, as forbearance ends.
The Presbyterian Sabbath school at New England organized with Ezra Greene as Superintendent Amos Patterson as Assistant Superintendent Melinda Phillips as Secretary and Treasurer The article calls Melinda Phillips the possessor of interest tact Christian energy and long and successful experience for the benevolent undertaking.
A bill to reappraise the real estate of Nelsonville has been introduced in the Lower House by Hon. Chas. L. Kurtz. It seeks to correct errors in the last appraisement and is stated to have broad citizen support.
Early in the week blue birds appeared in notable numbers signaling spring yet the wintry weather persisted. The harsh cold during this period tested faith in the groundhog’s forecast as observers noted premature signs of warmer season.
A visitor from Athens reports sustained religious interest at the M. E. and Presbyterian churches in Nelsonville. She says attendance remains healthy and expects gratifying church membership gains from the ongoing protracted meetings.
Superintendent W A Thomas and Mrs Thomas attended a Tuesday night meeting of the Children’s Home trustees held at the home. The Tot was the topic described as highly interesting and valuable, though details cannot be space-limited in this issue.
Michael Kedsey, a miner for C. L. Posten & Co. at Nelsonville, suffered serious injuries from a premature blast in the mine. His narrow escape preserved his life.
The motion in arrest of judgment for Wm. Dilcher was overruled and he was sentenced to five years in the O P, with execution suspended to allow a motion for leave to file a petition in error. His counsel will argue next Thursday before the Supreme Court. Dilcher remains jailed. Burke and Fouts, convicted at the late term for burglary and forgery, were sent to the Pen. Prosecutor Tompkins scored another conviction.
A list of Athens county marriage licenses issued in 1882 where no return has been filed with the Probate office by the officiant. The pairs include Michael Clendennen with Julia Tolliver, Ozro Mitcham with Hannah Lowery, Hugh Sheridan with Emma Scivers, Dennis Reed with Bridget Collins, and others such as Robert Smith with Alarma Condon and George Dickson with Mary Flanigan.
Mr J K Hoffman of the Inter State Historical Corps arrived in Athens from Louisiana Missouri where he has studied the history of that city He comes to collect data and biographical memoranda for the forthcoming History of the Hocking Valley Local business men and elderly residents received him with encouragement and appreciation of the work's importance.
Excursions planned to Nebraska and Minoeuri on February 6 and 20 via I B W and Ohio Southern Railways. Tickets valid for forty days at low rates cover all major stops in the states. For rates and details contact James De Wolf, Passenger Agent, I B W RY, 2 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio.
A fragment notes rabbits sold for ten cents each and claims many youths have amassed more wealth from it than the elder Vanderbilt began with, reflecting perceived value and social contrast.
The article notes that most corn planted last spring failed to germinate due to cold damp soil and slow growth. Frost and an early December freeze destroyed remaining vitality, leaving little usable seed corn. It urges farmers to seek old seed corn, even at a high price, as better seed quality avoids poor yields.
The article argues Ath ens county has not always been free from censure in its exam system. It urges justice for current Board of Examiners, all practical teachers, to be relieved from implied reproach in the Gazette’s preface.
Citizens of a county portion focus on the M. and C. railroad reorganization planned for Chillicothe yesterday. Authorities say the rehabilitation of the Old Line road is expected to follow soon after the reorganization.
Yesterday evening about five o clock Mrs. C R Sheldon returned home from a neighbor visit when she fell and broke her right leg near the ankle. Dr Lash promptly arrived and reduced the fracture, leaving her resting tranquilly.
A wide range of glass and Queensware is offered at Ryan & Bell's bustling store at Silvus' old stand, first door north of the Phoenix Block. The firm expanded its already large stock with purchases from Andrew Ullom and invites housekeepers and others to inspect the selection.
Announcing a forthcoming fashion exposition at Warren House sample rooms this season. The event promises a comprehensive display intended for made to order pieces and features a definitive date to be revealed in the next issue.
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