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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1886
Page
4
Athens Messenger reports varied items from Athens and Nelsonville communities. It notes weather, church debt, school prospects, elections, new policies, plays, and social events while updating on local illnesses crimes and civic matters.
An explanation that “up the country” means the poor house emerges after questioning, noting a familiar local absence. The piece mentions an April election for township trustees with terms of three, two, and one year, and refers to a law on township trustee elections published in the ads.
Last week sheriff of Meigs County was escorting patient John Ferrill to the Asylum when Ferrill broke custody within the grounds and jumped into a lake. The cold water and rescue efforts apparently altered his intent, and he accepted aid to be saved.
Mr. Chas. E. Gard, once a prominent Big Run merchant, has reportedly arranged for extending the Mineral railroad from Big Run through the coal and oil fields of the Federal Creek Valley. The railroad’s freight and passenger business is described as gratifyingly animated.
A. H. Crippen sends a fragrant collection of vari colored wild flowers gathered from Southern Florida. The display underscores the charming character of the semi tropical state and its resilient bloom.
Calculations made within the past week at Johns Hopkins University indicate the approaching comet will attain its greatest brilliancy for residents on this part of the globe on May second. The astronomic event promises much anticipation.
The report states there is no indication of opposition to Mayor Higgins's re election. It notes his administration has pleased most, aside from potential male factors against municipal law, suggesting he will be his own successor.
County music lovers are invited to hear Camilla Urso and her skilled ensemble at Athens City Hall next Thursday night March 25th. The concert promises refined art music and a superb company of performers from across the county.
Mrs Dr A B Frame sends a striking illustration of the late New Orleans Mardi Gras tableaux. She attended the carnival as a spectator and shares praise for the splendor and charm of the event.
Messrs Frank C. Stedman and George Reynolds will shortly open a wholesale grocery in the Masonic Building, about to be vacated by the closing out of Mr Isaac Halls entire stock of furniture.
A public stock show and shearing event will be held at Chesterbhill in Morgan county on April 7 and open to stock owners from Athens Washington and Morgan counties. A house plant is for sale by Mrs Dr Wallace.
Several Athens residents are mentioned traveling or visiting family in Ohio and nearby states. Notable movements include Mrs. Peaden visiting College Hill, Mrs. Welch joining her husband in Kansas City, and Warren Foster visiting Athens. Local editors, a move to Nelsonville, and a plan to host Camella Urso at Athens City Hall are also noted.
An ad notes delicious ice cream by the dish or quantity at Hooper's Restaurant located on Phoenix Block.
Zenner Co advertises Ath ens store as having the largest and most varied stock of seasonable goods with selections for log shoppers at prices never before so low. The notice emphasizes wide range and low prices to attract customers.
An advertising verse notes Castoria as a trusted remedy from infancy to motherhood. It claims continued use as a universal medicine for children and its gift to offspring, reflecting mid century parental reliance.
SAM displays a handsome line of Canvas Crinkled Seersuckers for the coming seasons. Felix Hall offers Sam Jones sermons in an authorized Cincinnati edition, with price 40 cents for paper and 1 dollar for cloth.
Spring wrap collection shines with quality and style as D Zenner Co promotes Visites and jerseys for the season. Customers are offered broad selections in a single shop focusing on value and fashion.
The advertisement highlights spring gentleman's hats from Kaler Palmer and McGrath with mention of styles and availability. The copy emphasizes new arrivals and shop details for shoppers seeking refined headwear this season.
Ladies gaze with fascination at D Zenner and Co show windows displaying embroidered dress patterns. The new spring styles in fine dress fabrics appear superb and uncommonly attractive. Also advertised is Dr Wallace, a dentist offering first class work at low prices.
An opportunity for grand bargains in all lines of Winter Goods at D Zenver & Co. The remaining stock must be closed out to make room for a large Spring stock. Everything in store is offered at less than prime cost.
A local ad advertises corsets available at Sam Sommer's store for 25 cents. Shoppers are urged to visit the shop to compare styles and prices.
D Zenner Co offers unique fabrics and embroidery in all departments. A special week long sale of embroideries and white goods begins Saturday at Sam Sommer's featuring new goods at very low prices.
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