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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1899
Page
4
The column criticizes fake death reports of Hon. John Sherman and discusses the need to improve Pike street infrastructure and library reading rooms in Athens. It notes Republican nomination talk for Governor and praises Gen Otis for victories in the Philippines while mentioning Admiral Dewey and Manila.
The Toledo Blade argues Congress passed a law effective March 1 18 requiring widow pension denial if the widow marries a pensioner after approval. It contends marriages to gain ongoing pensions abuse, notes Revolutionary and Civil War contexts, cites 200000 widows on rolls and 100000 applications, and urges keeping pensions for worthy war widows while denying those wed for pension gains.
The Youngstown Telegram backs Gen. Jones for governor, arguing he stands for no faction in the Republican party. It criticizes Parker and McKinley factions, calling Jones eminently qualified with integrity and unity to marshal all factions to victory in November.
Fragmentary text shows opposition within the Democratic party to Bryan, references Tammany Hall, and mentions Marguerite Lindley with an unrelated remark about a kin and a wish for change. Lacks coherent events or verifiable details for a fuller summary.
Houwisr, a Maren 21 year old man and son of a family, died last night from injuries suffered in a Hamley Run mine accident. Perry and companion Che Kinser were nearby when a spark from a lamp ignited spilled powder, causing a blast that severely burned Perry and ripped a hole in his left hand while Kinser was injured. Perry leaves three children and a wife who died previously.
The death of Mrs. John Gleasor Sr occurred Sunday afternoon at 2 at her home on Deen Avenue from a complication of diseases of old age. She was eighty three and a half, born in Ireland, came to America about fifty years ago, then Vermont and Massachusetts, and for over forty years resided in Athens. She leaves husband Joanna Gleeson Sr and son Jann Gleason Jr who runs the marine and granite works on Deen Avenue. Funeral arrangements not yet definite, likely Sunday, with interment at Catholic Cemetery.
Marriage licenses issued in the probate court include Charles Draper of Jacksonville and Amanda Draine of Hamlet Run with ceremony by Phillip Moore. Thomas Wyant, 89, of Haydenville wed Adaline Kons, 17, in Deanville with Asher Buckley officiating. Alonzo Young, 37, of Nelsonville married Emma Pontes, 25, of Nelsonville with Fled Fuller officiating. Alonzo Tavis, 58, of Nelsonville wed Rachel Lamar, 48, of Williamsport with Philip Moore presiding.
Gilbert Bishop aged 21 died Monday at his uncle Frank Bishop's home in Columbus from brain fever while attending a commercial college. He was the son of Charles Bishop of Bishopville. Remains brought to Bishopville Wednesday for funeral services and interment attended by C S McDougal.
Miss King made a business trip to Cincinnati this week. Miss Mary B Nuit left Saturday for her home near Bellaire. Miss Mabel McGirria spending her vacation at her home in New Lexington. Miss Houston and Weethee are in Cincinnati guests of Miss Stellatoons. Messrs Ussta and Oz taking private work under Prof Evans during Vacation. Miss Cring left Saturday for a short trip. her home in the modern part of the state. Brant Capela accompanied by, later spending vacation with parents of Tapa of the freshen class ee Nellis une lis
Carla son of Jonah and Lizse Satchelder Dingman died at about thirteen weeks. His brief year brought bright joy to his parents home and hearts. Though pain remains, they find comfort he is in the arms of God, guiding loved ones from above.
Public notice from Athens County detailing proceedings to establish a Suntenbysenel school district in parts of Alexander and Lodi townships. It lists parcel boundaries, landowners and subdivisions, and sets a meeting date at Jane Wallace’s residence in Merander township for April 28, 1909 to appoint commissioners and perform the required duties.
Grain-O offers an alternative to coffee claiming to calm the stomach aid digestion and strengthen nerves with no nourishment. The ad notes it costs five cents per package and emphasizes liver and kidney regulation and relief from headaches as a benefit.
Athens voters hear declarations from numerous figures including J M L Allen Charles Henry John Spinsterwald Willis Hickman and Theodore Pickering as candidates for Representative County Treasurer Probate Judge and Trustee of Athens Town. County officials urge enforcement of a road tax statute and ask residents to report violations to aid the election process.
Sam Sommer issues a spring announcement with a cordial invitation extended to readers and friends. The notice highlights a seasonal event and invites attendance, signaling a welcoming community gathering.
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