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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1883
Page
5
Style is the man. D. Zeuner & Co. invites visitors to tour a vast dry goods and clothing display praised for low prices and wide selection for men, women, and youth. The notice also mentions new school classes starting July 9 at the Normal with aims to be the west’s most successful.
Local items describe crop prospects, weather, and road work along with village activities. Democratic county ticket announced with Ref. to state convention. civic events include G A R post plans, weddings, and a large fishing carp captured near Frederick City.
Mr L A Lyon completed painting the residence of Mr John Kern and a dwelling for Major J M Welch in the West End, and a building owned by Mr E J Jones. He is praised as a skillful workman with superior color blending among Athens painters.
The marriage occurred at the bride’s parents home near Hebbardsville last evening. The couple receive best wishes for happiness and many Gifts on life’s path. A reception at President and Mrs Scott’s residence in Athens drew students visitors and residents with elegant hospitality and rare enjoyment. President W H Scott has been tentatively offered the presidency of Ohio State University in Columbus. Dr Scott has not decided whether to accept.
Athenians and visitors flocked to commencement events and social gatherings. Notables from Columbus Indiana and Philadelphia attended campus ceremonies. alumni and current students shared toasts at the city hall and Beta Theta Pi Phi Delta Theta banquets.
The Central Committee was elected at the Republican primary on Saturday. Listed are Athens L. M. Jewett Ames Geo Linscott Alexander 8S L. Mathews Bern J A Henry Carthage G B Wells Canaan John O Hill Dover Wm Henry Sr Lee Elza Mohler Lodi John Burson Rome 8 8 Beebe Trimble W B Johnson Troy Seth Russell Waterloo J D Cox York W L Kessinger.
The Hocking Sentinel notes Rev. Monroe visiting Logan this week as guest of his sons Dr. Monroe and Charley Monroe. The eloquent M. E. church minister is warmly welcomed by former parishioners and many friends across denominations.
Information for camp meeting attendees indicates the Lancaster gathering starts August 9 and runs for ten days. Grounds are being cleaned and improvements added to enhance beauty and convenience for visitors.
Report from Harmony describes a fifty five pound catch as the fish of the season though the anglers’ names are not given. The note praises F. O. Pickering for street improvements on East Union street, calling the drive among the town’s most admirable.
The new dwelling of Mr. Thomas Craig, Treasurer of Vinton County, located at the corner of Union and Congress streets, will soon be ready for occupancy. It is a fine building erected at a cost of about 93,50).
The Phi Delta Theta fraternity held its annual banquet at the elegant home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. M. Jennings. Chinese lanterns brightened the grounds as Knights of the Sword and Shield gathered with joyous youths and laughing girls. Stell Holmes catered a substantial supper, and guests enjoyed toasts, declamation, and songs until early morning.
The Alumni Association of Ohio University elected officers for the ensuing year. President J. M. Goodspeed, Vice President L. M. Jewett, Secretary H. M. Lash, and Treasurer W. C. Lowry. Executive Committee members are R. B. Devol, C. Townsend and E. J. Jones.
John Cornwell a longtime resident and jeweler in Athens McArthur and Albany died after rheumatism and Brights disease on Monday at 12:30 in the 72nd year of his life. The obituary notes his 50 years in the county and his upright character with a funeral held Wednesday led by Rev. S. D. Hutsinpiller.
Wm Wade and Charley Warner, described as professional bums, are charged with robbing James Mills of Cincinnati of 4 50 in Nelsonville at Wade's Hollow Friday night. Mills was found unconscious Saturday morning with a fractured skull and serious injuries. Wade and Warner are in custody awaiting a preliminary hearing.
Great interest grows in G A R affairs as posts display energy in recruiting and new Posts form. Ex soldiers seek the Grand Army badge for the National Reunion at Columbus.
Former associates discuss harvest prospects, predicting plenty of grass cut and superior quality this year compared with previous seasons.
Miss Tallie Ryan married John F White an attorney in Logan on Wednesday evening last. Friends in Athens extend congratulations to the couple.
Frank Van Horn, a fourteen year old, admitted to robbing the express office safe and will be sent to the Reform Farm after his case is heard by Judge Wilson.
A nine from our team departed this morning to Chillicothe for a scheduled game against Logans. The club wishes its players success in the match.
A brief note regrets that observers failed to catch all attendee names from abroad at the commencement ceremony. The article hints at a larger gathering but provides few specific individuals or places.
Among Athens salesladies none are more deservedly popular with customers than Miss Mary Carlton, with D. Zenner & Co.
Grand tours from Toledo and Detroit to Portland Maine and coast resorts with round trips via Niagara Falls Toronto Montreal Quebec White Mountains and New England resorts. Toledo $23 Detroit $22 tickets valid 60 days agents Columbus Hocking Valley and Toledo Railway announce June 28 July 5 and 26 1883.
The Beta Theta Pi banquet occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Roach on Tuesday. Caterer Ed ry provided the menu featuring Cold Turkey with Current Jelly, Spring Valley Ham, assorted breads, beverages, and an array of desserts including cakes, cream pastries, fruit pyramids and ice creams.
Married at the bride’s home June 13 1883 officiated by Rev James H Hawk. The couple are Jackson Carr and Lauretta Hates both of Nelsonville Ohio.
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