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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1882

Page

6

Wrapper of News From Various Fronts and Figures

The piece surveys political figures and actions across states, noting legislative delays on a pond bill, a Washington money count in New York, and Massachusetts Governor Long’s stance on capital punishment. It recounts Grant's changed view on Porter, Ohio House committee influences, and a Virginia governor's reform suggestions, ending with a reader note on Golden Days for Boys and Girls.

Scott Ohio House James Elverson Philadelphia Cts

Governor Foster's Ohio address urges statue for Garfield

Gov Foster urges placing a Garfield statue in the National Hall of Presidents in Washington as Ohio deserves two statues. He notes rising local indebtedness from 21.9 million in 1875 to 44.1 million, while funded debt falls to 6.2 million. He calls for Public Works Board investigation and reform summaries. Postmaster General Howe defends fiscal restraint and efficiency in postal service.

Senator Sherman Treasury Department Congress the Treasury Sherman Govenor Foster General Assembly of Ohio Garfield Old Hall of Representatives Washington Board of Public Works Howe Chicago Senate Postal Department

Inauguration Day Notes from Ohio Governor Foster

Charles Foster was inaugurated for a second term as Ohio governor amid a large crowd and optimistic mood. The address urged careful handling of legislative rules, combatting absenteeism, and prudent state governance while noting the nation’s recent tragedy and ongoing economic prosperity.

Monnay Chas Foster Ohio

Ready to Begin the Session Business

The speaker states readiness to proceed with the session’s business and anticipates public approval for the meeting’s agenda. The remark signals formal start and confidence in the proceedings.

Nature of coal formation eludes chemical solution

The article discusses unresolved questions about coal formation. It challenges the view that coal is mainly carbon and argues coal is a complex mixture of many compounds. It notes the difficulty of distinguishing these components and the variability of distillation products across coals with similar carbon content.

Editor Declines Patti Messiah Comparison

Emmett Tompkins writes to the Messenger declining any comparison between the Patti Messiah entertainment at Cincinnati and the Marietta College Glee Club. He notes he has never heard the latter group and asks to be excused from comment.

Messenger Cincinnati Marietta College Glee Club Emmett Tompkins

Free remedy for youthful errors circulates from Rev. Inman

Special notices offer a free cure for nervous weakness and early decay. The ad claims the recipe was found by a missionary in South America and asks readers to mail a self addressed envelope to Rev. Joseph T. Inman in New York City.

South America Joseph T. Inman New York Cit

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