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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1875
Page
6
The Messenger notes 15 to 20 plus smallpox cases in Columbus and mentions suspensions in Logan schools. It reports on the West Virginia capital move, Tilton Beecher trial testimony, and Civil Rights Bill progress. Also covered are Logan and Oneida events, Gosvenor’s political stance, and a Weed letter in the Tribune.
The text signals willingness among regular and liberal Republicans to pursue an amicable adjustment of past differences and unite for a political victory in Ohio and other areas next fall.
On Saturday the United States Senate adopted a resolution that the House approved last winter, granting precedence for civil service appointments to a disabled Union soldier or to the widow or orphan of a soldier who died due to Army service.
The Ohio Republicans in Washington met at Secretary Delano's rooms to discuss the 1876 presidential campaign and agreed on an early, aggressive start. Gov. Dennison attended and stated he would not run for governor.
A letter-editor exchange argues that Athens county stands united against Marietta’s claims as “State of Marietta.” The author rebuts a Marietta Register jab, cites Athens bar support for Gen. Richardson’s appointment, and warns against inciting hostility between counties in Ohio’s Seventh Judicial District.
Both Common Pleas Judges in the district resign, replaced by Governor appointees Cartwright and Hebard from different counties. The moves are interim until the next general election, with Democratic appointments amid a Republican district. The piece urges Washington and Marietta voters to unite to choose trustworthy judges and avoid local factionalism.
The passage argues talent is best valued when understood, asserting that excellence is recognized only through critical comprehension and that explaining it to the untutored is like showing colors to the blind. It suggests admiration grows with elevated stature but depends on informed judgment.
A court session last Thursday featured Eliza Til wa s remarks and Tilton's comment that he doubts the moral goodness of the company, while admitting “drawbacks” alter the moral balance. The exchange centers on perceptions of purity and propriety in the gathering.
The lower house passed a bill titled an act to equalize bounties for non-commissioned officers musicians artificers wagoners and privates who served in the United States Army between April 12 1861 and March 9 1865. Payments reach 5334 monthly with death benefits to widows or orphans and alternatives including land warrants for under 100. Substitutes are excluded and residence proofs are not required for land. The piece also covers relief shipments and notes on state appointments and librarian vacancy politics.
The Toledo Commercial notes friends of Temperance who have aligned with Prohibitionists are failing to learn from past mistakes. It warns that a State Convention to nominate officers signals a repeat of last year’s defeat and could damage the Temperance cause. Leaders risk responsibility for the outcomes of such actions.
The editorial critiques Allen T. Caperton's election, noting his Confederate ties and former rebel Congress membership. It argues Democrats favor rebel soldiers while Republicans honor Union soldiers, and points to the upcoming Democratic majority in the next House. The article also marks the Legislature's holiday for George Washington’s birthday.
The piece discusses the Senate and Grant approving the Civil Rights Bill to challenge beliefs in negro inferiority, notes rising educational gains for blacks and whites in the South under reconstruction, cites 1874 fire losses around seventy million dollars, critiques public opinion on religion and morality, mentions Adair liquor law unchanged except ten day notice requirement before damages suits.
A reader writes about Marshfield’s progress, noting the new schoolhouse visible from the railroad after the Miller Seminary fire and a growing millinery trade. She praises young teachers and anticipates more establishments, including hat shops, ahead of a forthcoming ministerial meeting at the P. M. Church.
The writer recalls a visit from a friendly correspondent from Albany last week and expresses hope for future visits. They note the lack of spelling fever or symptoms, and mention the Mite Society is dead, wishing for a meeting place and topics beyond neighbors.
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