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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1876
Page
4
An advertisement states the successor to Drs. Johnson and Wilson is permanently located in medicine and surgery at an old Main Street office. Dated August 4, 1875.
A short notice requests persons indebted to The Messenger to call and settle their accounts promptly, listing no amounts or dates but urging immediate contact.
The Messenger highlights Dr. Phillip Zenner's visit in Athens, remarks on Mrs. Allard verses, and previews a M. E. Church festival. It mentions Judge Welch becoming Chief Justice, Sheriff Warren on the streets, and various residents visiting or moving offices. Trains run on schedule despite weather.
Judge Leonidas Jewett will be succeeded as Probate Judge by Thos L Mintun next Monday. The outgoing official receives broad community praise for four years of service and retires with public approval. Mintun is described as highly qualified to carry on the duties of the position.
The town ordinance punishing obstruction of street crossings by halted teams should be more rigidly enforced. During carnival week many violations were reported, forcing pedestrians to detour around wagons to reach the opposite sidewalk.
Esquire B. C. Pickering of Bern township posted bail for 240 dollars after he answered to the name Von Sukon for stealing hides. The county jail now holds ten prisoners, with Jailor Dean providing for their needs. The Athenian Guards show rising activity, and Adjutant General Wykoff plans to deploy a Newark Centennial contingent next summer.
Rev C C Hart of Logan led Sunday and the next two evenings with earnest eloquence. Increasing interest marked the daily sessions and many expressed hope the meetings continue beyond this week.
The week closed with the season's first sleighing at this latitude but a ruthless Saturday rain ended the sport. Two local salesmen, who had taken to walking after a heedless sprint, later returned their sleigh to the wagon shop in fragmentary installments.
Willie and Truman Moore, sons of Rev David H and Mrs Moore, were at Robinson's Opera House in Cincinnati Saturday when a fire alarm panic broke out. They stayed in their seats and escaped uninjured amid the crowd.
A claim that dark spots on a goose breast bone predict weather is discussed. The observer notes spots near the end of the bone imply colder conditions toward the end of winter and asks for confirmation by examining bones under the vest.
The report notes that participants largely improved the coasting activity on Friday and Saturday with favorable hillside conditions. It praises the venturesome spirit of the involved locals and records no harm or injuries, calling the outcome a gratifying surprise.
Our townsman Hiram C. Martin has been appointed as delegate to represent this Congressional District at the Southern Immigration Convention meeting in New Orleans in March. We concur with the popular verdict that his selection is a good one.
The Ohio State Journal compares Jones to the famed immortal J N in sharp fashion, marking the roughest remark yet in the ongoing commentary.
The Probate Judge elect, Thos. L. Minton, arrived from Nelsonville on Tuesday to learn the routine duties before taking charge of the office on Monday next. Judge Jewett extended him every facility.
A traveler evades detection on a HVRR train from Athens to Columbus by hiding in seats and beneath cars, while a mail driver braves zero weather and heavy sacks on a rough route. The piece mocks Hon O B Chapman for avoiding the same line, arguing resilience and duty in travel and public service.
Mr Allen O Myers once local editor of the Messenger spent a Saturday in our town. He remains the same handsome roving bohemian traveler lecturer correspondent and reporter.
Arrangements are underway to secure Potter's Hall for Episcopal services starting next Lord's day evening at the usual service hour. Rev. J. N. Lee will officiate with a sermon on the uses and abuses of reason in matters of religion. All are welcome to seats and participation.
The Athens Bank unveils a remodeled banking room praised for taste beauty and convenience. Contractor O Blennis is credited for planning and personally performing the work, reflecting high professional adeptness.
A numerously signed petition from Bern township residents asks the Postmaster General to establish a new post office at the town of Federal and recommends Major George S. Davis as postmaster. If approved the office would be named Selby.
A well known young collegian of Ohio University claims an Athens Miss possesses extraordinary poetry talent. He tests her by inviting her to church last Sabbath evening and she responds with a ready but curt "can't oh."
Athens readers learn that Winfield Scott has acquired the Hocking Valley Dining Hall and its goodwill to continue running the popular stand. The note frames such entertainments as enjoyable and beneficial for benevolent ends, reflecting a national trend.
A well known local citizen will lecture at Athens Town Hall on Saturday evening next the 12th about Professor Proctor and his theory on the Life and Death of the World and its destiny. Admission is 15 cents to cover expenses. Posters note the event will be of interest and instruction to attendees.
Mr. Gilson D. Stewart of Waterloo township was kicked in the stomach by a vicious horse on Saturday. Initial rumors suggested possible fatal injury, but Dr. Gorstene reports he is not dangerously hurt.
A petty thief took the card signs of the M. E. Church and the Money Order Department from the post office hall near the entrance. The frames were valuable to the thief. postmaster Kurtz offers a liberal reward for detection.
Our correspondent Dick issued the first copy of the Albany Echo, praised for its editorial character and neat typography, produced by The Messenger printing office.
The initials S. F. T. P.O. B. T. E. L. stand for the Society for the Prevention of Butchering the English language. It is to be hoped that its influence will immediately be exerted upon Jones.
A competent judge examined peach buds at multiple local points on the first of the week and found no injury from the recent cold snap.
Nelsonville Gazette notes the Smith House has taken a new clerk who weighs about nine pounds and has no front name yet, a role Joe compares to an assistant landlord.
The amateurs are hard at work on the business of their next dramatic entertainment. It is for the benefit of the poor and invites readers to save their quarters to attend.
Hon. N H Van Vorhes thanks for copy of the second edition of the Congressional Directory compiled for Congress by Ren Perley Poore. The note credits Poore for the compilation and expresses appreciation.
On lands owned by Mrs. Olive C. Atkinson about a mile and a half south of Athens a three foot vein of cannel coal has been discovered. The find could influence local mining interests and land use decisions.
Mr David Allen sold the farm where he lives to Clement Hooper and bought the old Ballinger farm on the Pleasanton road.
The sun rose at seven o'clock this morning and will set at 5 29 in the evening, marking the day's daylight hours.
The Albany Echo reports high demand for rental homes in Albany amid signs of early spring. It mentions Ed Brown keeping ice storage for guests, Conductor J L Rigg recovering from an injury, and several meetings and community notices including protracted meetings and a leap year party invitation. Funeral of Mrs. D. M. Cooper noted.
Last week includes Isaac Stanley shipping cattle and hogs alongside others. Will Coe, Athens county teacher, is at home sick. John Coe and Elmer Armstrong are long standing presences, while Frank Mann promotes Marshfield. L Hawk travels for Miller Patterson Co. Boggs & Co. grocers. Boden sends wagon to Harrisonville. Marshfield district schools under Adair and Mayhugh show strong administration.
A reader defends Irish heritage and denounces local editor Jones for insulting citizens with anti Irish slurs. The writer urges Jones to apologize, arguing nationality slurs are unworthy and harm his reputation, calling for better conduct and respect for Irish Americans.
The article describes centaurs as half horse and half man with Esсulapius the medical god and notes a remedy named Centaur said to benefit both man and beast. It praises the ointment as highly effective and suggests every household and horse owner should have it.
The Circulating Library announces new acquisitions recently received for patrons. Titles and authors await readers at the shelves.
The Leavitt Bell Ringers report unprecedented audience reach as halls and churches fill beyond capacity. They travel with their own conveyance to inland towns not accessible by rail to bring Swiss Bells, ballads, a fine orchestra, and humorous songs to listeners. Parties can leave names for engagements at the office and an agent will contact them.
The notice highlights Kukrtz and Norris offering Swiss and American watches warrantied for one year and cheap chromos. It also mentions Zenner & Co with a well known lady remarking on John Friday and the store's enticing blend of goods and low prices driving brisk sales.
Kurtz and Norris promote fresh valentine designs as the best way to express affection. A wide selection of new stationery, silverware, clocks, watches, and jewelry is advertised to attract early shoppers.
The messenger offers unmatched circulation in extent and character, aligning with recognized advertising desires, making it a desirable medium and leaving no competition in this Ohio section.
An editor notes that fashion repeats itself as Hesiod’s couplet critiques attire, while James, the Prince of boot builders, draws focus with his quality craftsmanship from his shop at the southeast corner of Court and State streets in the Atkinson Block.
Governor Hayes names Cooper K. Watson of Norwalk to the Common Pleas Court First Subdivision Fourth Judicial District to fill the vacancy caused by Lane's resignation. Watson assumes duties as judge of record and will oversee cases in the district.
A crop year in Texas is described as nearly as good as the last, with planters nearly debt free and profitable harvests widening their wealth. The tone emphasizes prosperity from honest toil and strong agricultural returns for farmers.
A political observer notes no irreconcilable rifts among Republicans while Democrats face baffling divisions that baffle and dishearten their ranks.
Hogs show a firm market from 9.4 to 10.5 with prime at 10.4 and sales very slow. Sheep demand dull with light supply and quotations from 5 to 6.4. Cattle trading generally slow, best prices up while other grades hold. Prospect for next week remains fair.
The obituary records Elias C Poston born 1804 in Hampshire county Virginia. He moved to Ohio, married Caroline Howard in 1830, widowed ten months later, then married Amanda Herrold in 1833 and raised a large family. He lived in Athens county, then Indiana, then Kansas where he died January 22 1876 at age 71. The piece honors his character, business acumen and Christian faith and notes surviving siblings and reflections on reunion in the afterlife.
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