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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1905
Page
1
A June piece questions the village assessor’s returns, alleging undercounting of horses and livestock, mis-listed organs and pianos, and an exemption system abused to inflate tax relief. It argues the listing method inflates costs, calls for repeal of precinct-based listing, and urges tax-based voter equality.
Mrs. Sickles bought two lots in Campbell addition east Athens last fall for 500 dollars and refused an offer of 700 dollars for them Saturday.
A parcel shower for Miss Jennie Williams, soon to marry William Wolfe of Woodsfield, was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. Mourne. She received many valuable gifts and the guests later enjoyed ice cream and soda at Cline's Pharmacy. Attendees included Mesdames Woodworth Beasley McVay Hatch and numerous Misses and Mrs. Williams.
W H Brooks has bought a half interest in W S Newsom's undertaking in Glouster and the firm will operate as Newsom and Brooks. Brooks, long in the livery and undertaking trade, has resided in the Grosvenor home on North Court Street after purchasing it over a year ago.
Henry M. Chase reports that the Lee township assessor listed seventy one dogs instead of fifty six as published in last week’s paper, updating readers on the township’s dog tax roll.
The Athens high school held ceremonies on June 1 and 2. Thirty three graduates, the largest class, plan to attend Ohio University or pursue teaching. Emersonian literary society program featured nine orators and twenty four theses with strong delivery and music by the school and boys chorus. Professor H Roy Wilson awarded diplomas. Friday’s main commencement in Ewing Hall included an address by President Ellis of the university and diploma delivery by Supt J V McMillan.
A home wedding on June 6 at Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Worstell’s University Terrace home united Miss Alice A. Michael and Milton B. Twiss in a ring ceremony conducted by Rev. Slutz. Forty guests attended a wedding dinner. the couple soon left by train amid rice showers for Chicago and the West, to later visit Meadow Grove, Nebraska, before settling in Athens.
Milton A Williams colored resident of Central avenue and worker at Johnson's mines was crushed when a loaded railroad car ran over him while guiding it down from the tipple. He survived until after midnight Sunday morning. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Monday at 2 30 p m under the Knights of Pythias lodge and pastor Rev George Washington. He leaves a wife and three children.
Marshfield observes Decoration Day with a growing turnout each year. The 32nd observance featured a memorial sermon by Rev Livengood and a principal address by Rev Beck, with music by a brass quartet and vocalists. Dr Pedigo led the arranging committee and flanked by Marshal Dr Coleman, wreath bearers, flags, and the Heptasophs uniformed detachment. Comrades Elihu Cox and Wm Bradley are noted as missing this year.
A six member team from the Jacksonville encampment of L O O F conferred the Royal Purple degree on six candidates Tuesday night at the Odd Fellows hall. A banquet followed the initiation.
Citizens praise the Knights of Pythias for opening their hall at no charge used by old soldiers and friends to honor defenders of the country. The author notes imports of a professional window trimmer from Mabley and Carew and thanks the knights for their generosity.
The Independent Order of Red Men and Fraternal Order of Eagles joined in memorial services and served as escorts to the cemetery. Daughters of Pocahontas also attended, with over two hundred in line led by the Athens Juvenile band. The groups then visited Clark's Chapel to decorate graves and honor former members and soldiers, drawing a large crowd.
Marietta College defeated Ohio University on their field Tuesday afternoon with a dominant score. Gillman led in the 100 yard dash while Marietta swept most events including McClay in the mile run and Lenhard in the 440 yard dash. Jones of OU topped high jump, and timekeepers were Prof Copeland and Chrisman with judges Profs Chubb and Addicott.
Will Merrit visited Columbus Sunday and O Dye returned home to Hamden Junction Saturday. Vinton county examiner H Damaree attended an exam at McArthur Saturday. A Marietta vs Capital university baseball game was canceled Saturday morning. Joe Wolf visited Haydenville with his parents Sunday. Prof J N Hizey with Miss M Edith Jones and Miss Effie Pearl Meyers presented a concert at Amanda Saturday. The baseball team plans to travel to Columbus next Saturday to face Capital University. Mary Chappelear’s graduating recital, assisted by E E Young, received high praise. Three recitals follow this week by Miss VanVorhes, Miss Bancroft, and Miss Cackler.
A public notice urges residents to recall the Athens lot sale set for June 10 as a key date. Officials remind bidders to mark the deadline and prepare required documents for the auction.
Prosecutor sought trial this term but defense argued they could not prepare. Winfield Scott Sr. faced 19 indictments but pleaded not guilty to all. Bond set at 10,000 for first charge and 500 for each of the others. Trial date set for November 28 after court discussions. Several sentences handed for various crimes. Sheriff Murphy took prisoners to the penitentiary.
Miss Lacile Curtis entertained the Luckys Ducks and their boy friends Saturday at her Amesville area home. Mrs George McLaughlin disappointed the crowd. A sumptuous dinner was served under a large tree. Lacile accompanied the guests home and is visiting nearby with friends and relatives.
The Elks lodge will be instituted Thursday night, June 22, with committees already arranging the event. Local members aim to make the day memorable in Athens and residents are asked to decorate homes and businesses.
Maplewood Place is the property engineered and owned by Jane Carpenter and lies east of her residence as described in local records.
The village council met in regular session with all members present. A petition to require Cable heirs to fill a swamp near Morris Avenue was referred to the proper committee with power to act. A June 20 conference was arranged with B&O officials on street crossing light and speed. Repairs were ordered for a damaged surface sewer crossing Congress Street. A building on Lash Street partly on town property was ordered removed. A petition to raise North Court Street seven inches to two feet was filed due to lack of funds. North Lancaster Street residents offered a sewer line and were referred. The F J Alexander addition was accepted by ordinance. grading underway on Gast State Street plus fifty lots.
The Endeavor Convention moved to the Presbyterian church due to rain. Delegates gathered late but the session opened with large groups from Marshfield Amesville Trimble Nelsonville Albany and Gleuster. Prof Treachey and Secretary Hubbell of OCOLUMBUS spoke while the old officers were reelected: Rev T L Lowe Athens president Rev N W Mergler Nelsonville vice president and Miss Ida Allison Marshfield secretary and treasurer.
The Rome township high school held its third annual commencement at the M. E. B. Shugh. Orations included Travel as a Factor in Education and Progress by Blanche Light Chivalry by Anna Wilson No Excellence without Great Labor by Della Buck Close Address by Prof. Frederick Treadley of the O U. Diplomas presented by Rev. F Bowman Benedict ion by Rev. J S Seaman. A large crowd attended and praised the students for their careful study and strong delivery. Prof. Treadley delivered an excellent class address, acclaimed as among the state normal university’s best representatives.
The Zapesville Signal notes a tragic accident in New Jersey where a milkman drowned while drawing water for his dairy business. The incident is framed as a form of poetic justice by the paper.
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