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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1877
Page
8
The issue reports a fierce Chicago latitude storm with extensive damage, a Marblehead fire destroying fifteen acres, and a death in Chillicothe of Wesley Claypool, long involved in local business. It notes Judge Taft declining gubernatorial candidacy and the Baltimore and Ohio accident jury's failure to agree. President Hayes departs for New England.
The Cincinnati Commercial prints a day ahead on the English occupation of Egypt. Grant planned Windsor Castle visit. departure from England in early July anticipated. Report notes a severe hail storm near Clarksburg, with major crop damage and a farmer’s losses.
The War Department dispatched additional troops to Utah at the Governor’s request amid rising concerns that five prominent Mormons may face charges in the Mountain Meadow massacre. The piece warns of potential Mormon resistance and a possible costly conflict before autumn, blaming Democrats in Congress for military shortfalls.
In Hocking County near Gore, John Weldon and two women were killed with a corncutter and an ax last Friday evening. Neighbor William Terrell, 19, confessed involvement, naming Joseph King, who was later cleared. robbery suspected as motive. Terrell placed time between six and seven.
Editors announce the May issue of the Mirror is discontinued due to delinquent subscriptions and higher printer costs. Readers will receive the Messenger’s commencement news instead, with thanks to those who aided the Mirror and encouragement for reader support. The Democratic Central Committee names delegates to the Senatorial Convention for Logan and sets August 13 as the County Convention date, with August 11 as primary day. General Grosvenor will speak at Watertown on the Fourth during national anniversary observances.
Charles Henry of Bern notes a short horn cow bore two sets of twins in a year. He points to record wet weather making corn tilling hard and calls this the greatest bee pasture year since 1865. Wheat harvest is heavy and pastures excel. farmers sold wool for 35 to 40 cents a pound amid tight margins.
At a meeting of the National Christian Temperance Union of Marshfield officers were elected including James Love as President John Boden as 1st Vice President H W Sayles as 2d Vice President M R Jones as 3d Vice President Jno M Cox as Treasurer John M Baker as Secretary Executive Committee M L Griswold President L Cook A M Carman John J Stott Jasper McLeod v D Smith Chairman John Bopen Secretary
The Albany Echo notes Friend Fowler’s ongoing efforts for the Children’s Home inviting donations from $100 to $5 classes, urging local citizens to support the charity. It also reports William Dailey’s bees producing multiple swarms in one week with more swarms seen in nearby woods as beekeeping activity increases.
The article details land around the Hocking river bend near Athens, highlighting Camp Wool Addition plotted by David H. Moore and marketed by E. B. Clarke. It notes large lots, cheap prices, early sales, planned elms along Central Avenue, and potential road plans that could transform Athens in the next decade. It also mentions local merchants, dress goods at D. Zenner & Co, and seasonal sales.
Advertisements highlight Pioneer Drug Store patronage due to courteous service and varied stock. K K Golden’s Confectionary sells tropical fruits with a new milinery line at prime cost. Addleman’s Gallery offers a dozen photographs for two dollars for limited time. Stores promote summer bargains at Selig Co and Walsh tailoring house. J W Logan bakery advertises bread, with a call to visit for fresh options.
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