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Athens Messenger is a weekly publication by N. H. and A. J. Van Vorhes, printed and distributed from their office on Court Street opposite the Public Buildings.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1852
Page
1
Advertising rates and policies for yearly and casual notices
The notice outlines advance payment terms for yearly subscriptions and arrearage conditions, discontinuance rules, and advertising rates. It specifies a liberal yearly discount, penalties for late payments, and the requirement to notify editors of discontinuance. It also details insertion charges for classified ads, candidate notices, and deadlines for Wednesday submissions.
Mountain Sermon and Memories Echo on a Turbulent Peak
A dramatic exhortation calls a scoffer to climb a sacred summit and confess faith as thunder and stone echo the argument. The scene shifts to a sentimental relic, recalling a mother's love, a child's swing, and two children lost, with a crown and white robes in the afterlife.
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Nelly
Charley
Old Garret Reverie and its Garlands of the Past
A reflective essay explores garrets as archives of memory. It recalls relics from a former era, from old newspapers and almanacs to a spinning wheel, and contrasts modern neglect with the charm of down stairs spaces filled with time’s artifacts. The piece laments loss of simple, intimate histories.
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Garret
Father
Nothing from Nothing and a Pleasant Domestic Scene
A Chicago Journal piece portrays a wagon bringing wheat into town and a family scene. A man, wife, and child travel, shop for summer supplies, and plan toys for the children, showing happiness in simple purchases.
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The
Chicago Journal
John
Jane
Jenny
Susan
The Boy Is Father Of The Man
The piece argues that a boy’s character shapes his future as a man and that early training determines destinies. It urges parents and guardians to provide books libraries newspapers and schools with faithful instructors, noting the long term return outweighs costs.
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Alu
Noted Kentucky Congressman Breckenridge on Death of Mr. Clay
In a House tribute, Speaker Breckenridge recalled Mr. Clay's final hours after returning from Kentucky. He described Clay's countenance and words as he spoke of family and country, affirming his trust in salvation and hope beyond death.
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Clay
Mr. Breckenridge
Kentucky
Funeral Contemplations and Clay Will Details
The Observer reports on Mr. Clay's funeral in Lexington and summarizes the will of Mr. Cray. It notes emancipation provisions for slaves born after 1850, specific bequests, and Mrs. Lucretia Clay as executrix with two named executors. The piece closes with Bishop Heber's verse on life's voyage.
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Mr. Clay
Lexington
Observer and
The
Observer
Liberia
Ashland
B. W. Dudley
Dr. Hunt
Washington City
Henry T. Duncan
Gen. Washington
Peter the Great
Russia
Lucretia Clay
Thomas A. Marshall
James O. Harrison
Fragments from Baltimore Slaughter Prompt Odd Remains Tale
The Cincinnati Atlas editor claims human remains found at Walnut Hills Chemical Laboratory prove victims of the Baltimore slaughter. It lists grotesque fragments tied to political figures and ends with a reflective musing on the word Now and the urgency of action.
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Cincinnati Atlas
The
Chemical Laboratory
Walnut Hills
Baltimore
Cass
Houston
Oscocensis
Gov. Marcy
Gén
Lane
William Allen
Senator Douglas
Ilinois
Buchanan
Dickinson
Bukter
The Delightful Healthy Job of Flower Culture
The piece extols flower culture as ideal work for women, praising garden supervision for healthful outdoor exercise and a wholesome link with nature. It notes flowers as fitting care for the young and beautiful, suggesting flowers offer wisdom and joy through their dew and sunshine.
Henry Cray remembered as Republican leader in war years
An ode extols Henry Cray’s removing the shadow of war through steadfast leadership. It lauds his advocacy of Grecian and South American independence, celebrates his patriotic resolve, and calls him a guiding beacon for liberty across the nation.
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Congress
Henry Cray
New Hampshire Religious Test Debate and Voting Record
The piece challenges The New Haven Register’s stance on abolishing the religious test in New Hampshire, arguing Democrats enforce it while Whigs oppose toleration. It cites county results showing strict partisan patterns and questions Franklin Pierce’s influence in Merrimack and Concord amid the debate.
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New Hampshire
New Haven
Democratic Party
Register
Teast
Rockingham
Stratford
Belknap
Carroll
Merrimac
Hillsboro
Cheshire
Sullivan
Grefton
Franklin Pierce
Merrimack
Concord
Pierce
Gen
Hartford Courant
Gun for Guxy and More in Democratic Era Debate
The Cleveland Herald reprints a narrative on General Scott as a Pacificator in a potential war with Britain. It recalls his frontline actions, the American stance at Niagara, and a national spirit backed by Democratic leaders. It notes praise from supporters and the New Orleans Whigs, calling Scott a unifying figure.
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Cleveland Herald
Infield Scott
Lories
Tull
Madison
Jackson
Carolina
Mr. van Buren
United States
Canada
Union
Great Britain
Niagara
Brancelona
Barcelona
Winxereto Scorr
Whig Rangers
New Orleans
Fillmore Rangers
Scott Rangers
Carroll
N. O. Crescent
Whig Party of
Railroad Contractors Sought for Marietta & Cincinnati Line
The Marietta and Cincinnati Railroad Co announces large scale contracts for graduation masonry and bridging to open the line to Marietta and the Baltimore connection by July next. Bids open September 8, with rapid progress toward completion to the Mineral Region and a Wheeling extension project likely under contract by April.
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Marietta & Cincinnati Railroad Co
Marietta
Baltimore Road
Vinton County
Cincinnati
Wheeling
Chillicothe Gazette
Whig State Convention Reports Harmoni ous, Unanimous Proceedings
The State Journal reports yesterday's Whig State Convention in this city as remarkably harmonious and efficient. Official secretary proceedings will be published tomorrow, with nominations praised for welfare of the State. Delegates aim to energize the campaign, restore Ohio to prominence among Whig States.
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Todey
Ohio
State Journal
Fuss and Feathers Epithets Tied to Scott Legend
The Covington Journal notes the epithet Fuss and Feathers arose after Lundy’s Lane. It says Scott’s tall plume and rapid urging of troops led enemies to taunt him as fussy. He reportedly had two horses shot, was wounded in the side and shoulder, and saw his feathers shot off.
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Crrrewa
Georgetown
Old Dominion
Scott
Chippewa
Piaadar
Virginia
Washington Telegraph
Marcy
Gen. Butler
Gen. Scott
Benton
Washington
Terre Haute
Fuss
Fearnens
Covington (Ky
Lundy’s Lane
Enem
Prayers for Indiana Legislature Mentioned in Sermon
In Fairfield Indiana during opening prayers Rev BE G Weep asks for mercy on the Legislature and governor. He prays that nine men with temperance habits will do some good and return home safely, a sentiment noted as fitting Ohio latitude.
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BE. G
Fairfield
Indiana
Mercennant
Ohio
Two Hundred Feet of Pier Washed Away at Ashtabula
A storm damaged the Ashtabula harbor last night carrying away two hundred feet of pier. The lighthouse keeper cannot reach the light by land and there was no light last night. Hurrah for Pierce and Harker votes. Clen Herald.
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Ashtasuta
Ashtabula
Pierce
Harker Votoes
Clen
Herald
Powhattan Arrives with Scott and Graham Names at Masthead
The brig Powhattan returned from Cleveland with Scott and Graham named at the masthead. The vessel rode the waves well and drew much attention. Reports say voters favor Scott and Arbors, with Pierce and Snags also mentioned. Buffalo?
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Cleveland
Scott
Graham
Arbors
Pierce
Snags
Buffalo
Bond Proceedings Questioned by County Officials
Crocioxati and Marreres Railway officials filed proceedings to issue bonds in the Cincinnati and Marietta area. They claim irregularities affected the vote making bonds illegal, while others report no opposition to the bonds.
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Crocioxati and
Marreres
Wget
Cincinnati
Marietta Rainey
Cin. Ga
Springfield Rawat Hon Horace Mann Agreement at Antioc College
The statement notes Horace Mann in Springfield agreeing to a presidency at Antioc College in this state. The OCR yields fragmented items. details on dates or full institution name remain unclear. Further text needed for precise naming and context.
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Springfield
Mass
Horace Mann
Antioc
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