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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1874

Page

3

Constitutional Convention adjournment plan outlined this month

Ten New York papers report the death of a fourteen year old boy from intoxicating liquor. Pax Temperance War moves toward Lincoln Nebraska with a parade and inauguration. New Hamistine elections set for the 10th for Governor Railroad Commissioner councilors representatives and local officers. Boston court rules a wife cannot recover money lent by her husband. Brewers in Chicago raise beer prices by two dollars per barrel to aid reformers in Ohio. Bengal famine reports warn of starving hundreds of thousands and millions at risk. Centennial commissioners appointed by Governor Allen mostly accept. Gov. Allen opposes redistricting. Congress debate on clerks and disabled soldiers pay passes. Spring elections urge honest township governance. Ohio House redistricting bill outlines 15th District composition.

Crusaders' Whisky Campaign Forces Surrender at Marietta

Local women and allies campaign to stop liquor sales. After persistent prayer meetings and public pressure, Dave Edgar signs the dealers pledge and quits selling liquor, with his stock and barrels removed to the gutter. The scene sparks cheers as bells ring and crowds celebrate a public health victory. Edgar enters a butcher partnership while the reform effort plans a male league to aid former sellers.

Whisky Crusaders Dave Edgars Dave Cnbon Court Street Richmond Edgar J. D. Brown Men’s League John Farrell Lim Barney Conroy

Siamese Twins Autopsy Details and Yale Banquet Update

Autopsy indicates Siamese twins could not be separated without death. Banquet for Yale alumni honored Chief Justice Waite with President Grant among attendees. A preacher urges charity toward Western women workers and criticizes judgment of their efforts. A new Pebston Agents bill proposed to end current agents and pay pensions directly from the Pension Office.

Yale College Waite Grant Su- Court Henry Wallop Beechen Pemarke New York Ieper Lawrence Olio Pebston Eutoplan

Carlist War Fights Near Bilboa End in Heavy Casualties

In Spain the Carlista Reos clash near Somorrosto fifteen miles northeast of Bilboa. Five thousand Republicans encamped are reported. a bloody engagement ensues with about one thousand Carlists killed. Royalists flee toward the river while the Carlist Junta is said to have Nor surrendered. Churches and public buildings sustain bombardment. Local society notes slow but steady upheaval as events unfold in the city.

Spain Somorrosto Bilboa Boa Lanka Eupentoen Hovocs

Reverend Ballentine Denounces Liquor Defense Speaker

Rev Ballentine spoke for one hour and three quarters, debunking liquor deniers who claim divine right to extract juice from fruits for sale. He recounted his liquor dealer experience as large audience applauded. The women’s war on whisky continued with prayers and songs, Mrs Atkinson not promising. They vow to persist until all opponents are defeated.

Charley Valentine Val Arcade

Visit to the New Lunatic Asylum at Athens

A March report details the quiet opening and early operation of the Athens Lunatic Asylum in Ohio. A visiting party including Dr. Gundry and state officials toured the facility, observed wards, and noted modern amenities, staffing, and planned admissions. The piece critiques retrenchment efforts while praising Gundry’s leadership and the asylum’s humane care.

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