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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1883
Page
5
A persuasive advertisement for D Zenner & Co promotes a vast stock of dry goods and clothing. It claims unmatched low prices and a remarkable display of ladies dress goods and menswear. Shoppers are urged to visit to be astonished and to buy for value and durability.
All persons in arrears for one year or more must pay by July 1. After that date, accounts will be turned over to attorneys for collection with interest added.
Town yards are being beautified and markets report spring produce and early potatoes doing well. Local society moments include a medical society session, a possible Fourth of July, marriages, a juror in Columbus, and county officials noting slow June tax receipts due to wool sales. Local concerns cite loafers, a serious injury, and ongoing court sales.
A Saturday morning fire destroyed a one and a half story frame residence on Lancaster road Martinsburg owned by Me J K Metam. The Dines family moved from Chillicothe and suffered heavy losses including furniture and clothing as a result of a defective flue. Substantial citizen support is urged to aid the family and spur local industrial growth for Athens Ohio.
W C Houston Jr Co of Philadelphia notes a continued dull wool market with buyers holding sway and widespread business stagnation. They quote Ohio XX and above 40 to 42 cents, X 39 to 40, medium 42 to 43 cents per pound, and predict choice lots shipped now may fetch 43 cents. They offer to supply more details by mail or telegraph.
The article notes frequent rains have enriched vegetation with corn an exception. Fields and forests appear in bloom as summer brings favorable weather and timely rain. Crops are well advanced, small fruits promise a generous yield, and gardens show vigorous growth with apples peaches pears and plums especially promising.
The notice urges thorough cleaning of all cellars to stop sickness. It warns damp mouldy air from neglected cellars travels to upper rooms and spreads disease. It recommends whitewashing walls and keeping doors and windows open for several days to maximize fresh air.
Dr William B Hawkes a long time Columbus resident and reputedly wealthy man died Saturday in Columbus. He had many friends in Athens and several relatives who mourn his passing. Known for benevolence and kindness, he was beloved by all who knew him.
Farmers along the Hocking River in the town area face a third straight year of flood damage forcing re-planting and re-plowing. Corn fields across the bottoms have been repeatedly inundated by the overflow, delaying harvests and affecting yields.
Mr T J Brashears longtime local editor of the Messenger is taking a brief vacation with friends and relatives in Frederick City Maryland. On Tuesday the first brick was laid for a new building for Mr David Dyson to house his Loot and shoe store upon completion.
The article criticizes Union street work as unfit for a prominent pleasure street and notes street supervisor action. It also reports burglaries at Nelsonville affecting S. H. James boot store Juniper Brothers saloon Laurie Jewett’s Meyer Brothers saloon and M. E. Smith’s store. Wa Bell's part of stolen goods found and held for court in $400. two other suspects were discharged.
The Board of Infirmary Directors met with Superintendent Martin and praised the institution for economical management and sanitary condition. Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Martin, the superintendent and matron, were commended for creditable handling of affairs.
John Friday purchases the first of the two wheeled carts built by Messrs. Laird Josten Co. The light draft vehicle is praised for easy riding and popular in large cities, with plans to see many carts on local drives this summer.
Two lawyers have been appointed in every county to arrange for the adoption of the judicial constitutional amendment at the October election. The object is to see both party tickets printed to secure an affirmative vote. We have not been informed who was selected to perform the work in this county.
The Ohio Conference Camp Meeting Association of the M. E. Church will hold its eleventh annual meeting starting Thursday August ninth and continuing over two Sabbaths. Grounds lie two miles west of Lancaster on the Columbus and Hocking Valley railroad. The camp is attractively laid out and is being cleaned up.
Mr. David H. Moore and Mr. E. J. Kessinger show off a pair of handsome double rigs that attract attention on the Athens streets. Their young ladies expect many pleasant rides as the two gallant Athens beaux are noted for courtesy.
Manager Winger at City Hall reports trouble securing combinations for citizen entertainment, leading to fewer troops in Athens this spring than in the previous two seasons.
Mr Park Wickham of Marietta the active and gentlemanly general agent for Singer Sewing Machine in that Ohio region called on the MESSENGER at week’s start.
The present canvass for county nominations has become a rough and mercyless contest among several candidates seeking public endorsement.
A long list of visits and calls from residents and visitors in Athens and nearby towns. Names include Leeat Personal Mrs Fila Guerin, Dr C A Cable, F P Dell, Dr McClellan, Mrs Glidden, Mrs Bruce, Mrs Albert Lawson, Miss Lulu Suydam, Miss Emma Roach, Miss Cora Port, Mr D L Sleeper, Miss Addie Walker, Miss Minchie Cornell, J S Black, A W Lynch, T J Ferguson, and others. Also mentions illness, travel to Logan and Wilkesville, post office duties, college life, debates, baseball practice, and plans for the summer normal and alumni reunion.
Authorities warn that parts of the West end are nearly uninhabitable due to street gaming. Embryo chain gangsters crowd the area at all hours, filling the air with oaths vulgarity and loud noises, threatening order and decency unless parents curb their children's behavior.
The Daily Ohio State Journal reports a Thursday night surprise party for Mrs H H Kilburn of 54 East Gill Street. Mr and Mrs Knowles and Mrs J Rose organized it with Captain Ned Brown providing music. Kilburn received a talking parrot as a gift.
The Democratic Central Committee fixed Monday, June 18 as the date for the county convention. It will nominate a county ticket and select delegates to the Democratic State and Senatorial Conventions. Jno. Ackley seeks the Board of Public Works and a solid delegation is expected in his interest.
The Marietta Times reports Stewart resident Sylvester Brooker his wife and son visited Decatur last Saturday. The note mentions Brooker nicknamed Vet as a trestle carpenter on the C W and B road and praises his horses and carriage display.
Superintendent Richardson and the Athens asylum trustees asked the commission overseeing the new asylum site for 0,000 of the 500,000 appropriation to finish the building. They urged action during a Saturday meeting.
Billy Frost, the gentlemanly postmaster at Nelsonville, is credited with greatly beautifying the local post office through handsome interior decorations.
The Ohio University commencement exercises run Sunday June 17 to Wednesday June 20 with events including the Annual Sermon by J. H. Bayliss. Board of Trustees meeting. Athenian and Philamean theatre contests. Alumni Reunion and Address by Fk. D. Carley. Alumni Day activities. and the Graduates addresses with L. B. C. Kirkendall and Washington Gladden, followed by the President's Reception.
At a Columbus Golden Post Grand Army of the Republic meeting in Athens on May 30 1883 officers and soldiers pass resolutions thanking Comrade H Bright Logan for a patriotic memorial address praising his delivery and thanking Athens county ladies and the village musicians and requesting press publication of the resolutions.
Mr Elmer Armstrong of Alexander township cut and sawed 137000 feet of lumber on his farm during winter and spring. He is making extensive improvements and maintains a deer park, with one of the best equipped farms in the county. Visitors will receive courtesies and find him a hospitable host.
Dr. Chas F Gilliam of Nelsonville has been urged by York friends to let his name stand for State Senator, and the News reports he has conditionally agreed to be a candidate while prominent as a Democratic Representative hopeful.
The text notes material signs of prosperity in Athens with several cozy homes and handsome residences under construction across town. It adds that many improvements are planned for the summer, signaling continued growth.
Report from growers notes minimal damage from recent cold weather and predicts a plentiful fruit harvest. Observers say frost effects were limited and the season should yield strong production across regions.
J D Albert of Torch spoke at Coolville on Decoration day and his patriotic remarks caused several audience members to leave the hall.
Raccoon’s rise over hills swells bottoms and harms corn growth. O J Beckler and Gus Calahan drive to Jackson county on a business trip. Levi Six adds a frame extension built by Mr Crouthers of Mineral City. George Arnold clears ten woodland acres for Pard Hewitt. H W Sales opens a civil docket in Carbondale to collect on Samuel Carter note to J I Bechler. A two horse wagon carries an Alderny cow and calf from Wm Craig of Hocking county bought from Mr Shanks near Marshfield. Republican hopefuls fence building locally ahead of primary.
A large gathering of ladies and gentlemen celebrated Miss Effie Hvans birthday at Dr. Webb's residence on Friday evening. Guests brought gifts including lace, collars, handkerchiefs, cologne, a gold bracelet, a gold ring, a vase set, and shoes. Miss Hvans thanked her friends for the goodwill shown.
Matthews moved onto the farm of Andy Ogg near Mt. Auburn as corn needs replanting after the rains. Mrs Jennie Vandyke hosted a fine dinner. George France left the neighborhood for Tabler Town. Grandma ee sat, twenty two years old, enjoys good health. Herbert Ueduck and wife visit Mrs Sarah Johnston. Health of residents generally good. Fruit is expected to be plentiful in the city.
W. H. Staley advertises his appearance in the Phoenix Block next month. The note indicates where he will be located for inquiries or engagement.
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