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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1900

Page

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Grosvenor Renominated for Eighth District by Acclamation

The Republican convention in the Eleventh congressional district held in Athens nominated General C. H. Grosvenor for Congress by acclamation after a rousing meeting. Delegates elected officers, committees, and pledged support for McKinley’s administration and Ohio Governor Nash. Grosvenor, a Connecticut native resident in Ohio since 1828, was praised for his tenure in the House and is expected to win re election next November.

Uvanth C. H L. Grosvey Anetal Grosvenor Athens County Athens General Congressional Committee Bretary Byron Luerz Chillicothe M. &. Webster Wahinenis Witz Athens Condy John Finsterwoald Hocking A. C. Sands Meigs Ross Alexander Tellick Perry Kessinger M. Dennin J. P. Bradbury G. W Terry Vinton S. Rannels H Foster E. P. Brooks Meigs iMaty National House of Representatives Republican Party ISM Aten United States lGsly Republicne Fostener Peech McKinley Chico Grosvenor Nash Ohio von Avention Eleventh Washington Chosvener Connecticut Buckeye Ziewerth Tods IMW America William McKinley Insular Congress Puerto Rico Philippines Foraker Hanna George K. Nash Republic

Athens Patriot Thomas G Angell dies at 69 on State Street

Loyal supporter of the Union cause and Athens county farmer Thomas G Angell died suddenly Thursday morning at his home on State Street after a long stomach ailment. Born February 31 in Allegheny county Pennsylvania, he lived most of his life in Lodi township and later Athens. He was a deacon and clerk of Salem Presbyterian Church, a member of Paramutha Lodge No 25 F and A M, and served in the 141st O V I as first lieutenant. Survived by his wife, two daughters, and son Elmer, funeral held Sunday at his home conducted by Rev GW King with interment in the new cemetery.

Thomas G. Angell Athens Allegheny County Pennsylvania Richard Angell New Jersey Leleven Lodi Township Jland Athens County Scholols Lev Ma Phllips Richard Phillips Leds Township Presbyterian Church Salem Athens Presbyters C. P. Church Monors Paramutha Lodge No Ladi Township Elmer Amzi Hooper Emma F. Angell Hector Hebbardsville Texas James Watkins State Street Rer. GW. King New Cemetery Roush W. E Dean John Cook Richard Mearse Peter Finsterwalt Tr. Morris Wavers

Church for Daleton Seeks Help to Build House of Worship

A three-person communication urges aid for Daleton mining town near Athens to erect a church. Daleton has grown to about 1,000 people in seven years and lacks any place of worship. Citizens ask county support, noting miners send most wages to Athens. Interested parties may contact building committee chair W. H. Bailey or Mrs. Beckler.

Daleton Athens Guaub Building Committee Tan W- H. Bailey F. Beckler Jaren Daleten

Frances Willard Services and Mid Year Meeting Notices

The article lists events from Frances Willard Services with invitations to Hotel Athens Saturday at 7 PM for an address by Sarah M. Pertins of Cleveland editor of The True Republic and urging a silver offering. Sunday eve Verkins to lecture at M E church on The Need of the Hour. Read meeting next Tuesday at Presbyterian church, mid year meeting at Jackson. Attendees include Mrs Margaret Ei Vickers Emma McVey C August Morse. W H Parrell cafe offers hot meat, roast, soup, and fish specialties.

Frances E. Willard W.C.T. U YW. C. TU Athens Sarah ‘M. Pertins Cleveland the True Republic Frances Willard Verkins Willectute M. E. Church Neel

WEW Incandescent Plant At Athens Gas Co To Be Installed

WEW Incandescent Plant to be installed by the Athens Gas and Electric Co signals modernization. A new pole line with triple braid copper wire and improved arc lamps will power a eight pole single phase generator, replacing steam with a modern gas engine, enhancing city lighting and opera house visibility.

Athens Gas & Electric Co Ivis Electri Athens Gas Light & Electric Company Athens

Successful School Closes After Strong Seven Month Term

Hamiet Res March 27. A very successful seven months term of school ended Thursday taught by Mrs. Gra Wolf. The schoolhouse was filled with visitors, mostly parents, for the pupils. An elegant dinner was served and all contributed to the celebration. In the afternoon visitors enjoyed songs recitations and violin music by Nita and Mary Young, daughters of Mr and Mrs David Young.

Hamiet Gra Wolf Nital Mary Young Davi Young

Ohio University Refunding Bill Passed by Senate

The Ohio senate approved the measure known as the Ohio University refunding bill to enable refunding outstanding certificates to avoid embarrassment to the college’s finances. Credit is given to Hon. A. E. Price and Senator S. H Bright for their effective work on the bill.

Ohio Senate Ohio University A. E. Price 5. Hbright

Dr Moore to Speak on The Mystery of Sleep Friday

Dr David H Moore will lecture on The Mystery of Sleep at the Dietionist Church next Friday evening March 3. Reserved seats cost 24 cents and chart is open at City News Depot.

David H. Moore Shelock Cis City News Depot

Reduced Rates on Ohio Central Lines Excursions

The Ohio Central Lines offer continually reduced excursion rates to various points. Consult agents to plan business or pleasure trips and save money. Rates are always as low as the lowest with courteous treatment for patrons. Metro Boat G. P. A Toledo Ohio.

Ohio Central Lines Ohio Central Metro

Former Athens printer Geo W Woodbridge dies at 81

Hon Geo W Woodbridge former printer of Olio died Friday at his Marietta home after a long life of public service. Born October 1814 in Marietta he helped shape local politics and education, served in the legislature as a Whig, and later worked as a revenue collector. Funeral for Will Crippen noted separately with Westerville connections and a piano mechanism achievement at the world’s fair.

Geo. W. Woodbridge Olio Marietta Athens County Woodbridge Dudley Woodbridge Herman Blennerhassett Washington County Fremont

Death of Mrs Susan Bolin at Factory home

Mrs Susan Bolin wife of Edward Bolin died at her Factory home after a brief illness of septic peritonitis at age twenty two. Daughter of Mrs Sophie Wise and niece of Mr and Mrs John Wise of this city she left one child. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Factory conducted by Rev D D Canfield with interment in the Plains Reeves Methodist cemetery.

Susan Bolin Edward Bolin Factory Sophie Wise John Wise D. D. Canfield Ree Methodist Cemetery The Plains

Birthday Anniversary for Mr. Jacob Lash Eightieth Birthday

A Sunday birthday surprise was held at Mr. Jacob Lash's State Street home honoring his eightieth birth anniversary. Hosted by his wife Mrs. Lash, their sons and grandchildren, the event drew visitors from Indianapolis and Zanesville. A sumptous dinner accompanied a quiet, happy commemoration of the milestone.

Jacob Lash State Street Mrs. Lash Mr. Lash

Athens Equal Suffrage Meeting Sets April 2 Programme

The Athens equal suffrage association will hold its monthly meeting at Mrs. Hobson's home on Monday, April 2 at 2 p.m. An excellent programme is planned and everyone is cordially invited.

Marriage License Notices Include Several Athens Couples

Marriage license records list Cameron Blackwood and Mabel F Clark both of Athens ey L C Haddox Raymond Mate and Mabel V Eaken both of Athens Jacob Payton and Emma Maie both of Oakdale Henry Smith and Nepie Whitfield both of Oakdale Nim Ward Nelsonville and Lizzie Carr Glen Ebon.

Cameron Blackwood Mabel F . Clark Athens L.C. Haddox Raymond Mate Mabel V. Eaken Jacob Payton Emma Maie Oakdale Henry Smith Nepie Whitfield Nim Ward Nelsonville Lizzie Carr Glen Ebon

Candidate Statement Denying Faction Ties to Town Council

A candidate for town council, TM M2h, announces in a spring election notice that he denies links to any faction opposing the incumbent or threatening business interests. He pledges to work to the best of his knowledge and ability, while criticizing unfounded motives.

Ofice of Council W. H. Brows

Excursion to Nelsonville via Hocking Valley Invited

A Saturday excursion to Nelsonville with the Hocking Valley company festivity and Miners Celebration marks an eight year wage scale advance. Tickets are available on regular trains for round trip to Athens with return by 10 p.m. An annual ball at Stewart’s rooms features Collins Orchestra and Velsontille Cornet Band.

Nelsonville Hocking Valley Athens Stewarts Open R. m Collins Orchestra Velsontille Cornet

For Sale Two Jersey Cows From G Axce L Athens Obj

For sale two extra good Jersey cows listed by G Axce L of Athens Obj. Prime stock details not provided. Seller offers cattle suitable for dairy production with unspecified price and conditions.

G. Axce L Athens Obj

Entertaining Whist Club Honors Athenian Bachelors

The young ladies whist club enjoyed a Monday night function at Phi Delta Theta, hosted by Frank Super J Scott C G O Bleness and L McCune. Elegant refreshments followed in the fraternity room for Mrs Hall and attendees including Grace Read May Read Florence Craig Mary Stattery Mame Obleness Craudwtha Packara Josie Cottrill Grace Gist Lailian Gasto and others. Prizes went to Puss Casto for the ladies painting on silk and to Mr Craig for the gentlemen's prize Richard Carvel copy.

Phi Delta Theta Ha Frank Super. J. Scott C. G. O Bleness L. McCune Hall Grace Read May Read Florence Craig Mary Stattery Mame Obleness Craudwthapackara Josie Cottrill Grace Gist Lailian Gasto Claude Parker C.L. Biddison Milton Zang Watson Craig Carl Stickney F. H. Logan Puss Casto Mr. Craig Richard Carvel

Halis Catarrh Cure Lineage and Claims

Catarrh cannot be cured by external applications, requiring internal remedies. Halts Catarrh Cure is sold as a blood and mucous surface treatment, advertised as a nonquack remedy prescribed by leading physicians. The product combines tonics and purifiers, with testimonials offered, and is distributed by Fr. CHENEY & CO of Toledo at 74 cents.

Fr. Cheney & CO Props Toledo Osold Ifall

A Good Home in Mineral for Sale by A B Grant

Gout live room dwelling in good repair with nine town lots and outbuildings in Mineral offered at a bargain. Inspect the property. A B Grant Mineral Obie.

A.B. Grant

Horses for Sale at Myers Farm on April 2

A sale event at Jacob Khalzenback's Myers place south of Nelsonville on April 2. Fifty head of horses including draft and driving horses brood mares and saddle animals will be available. FH PL Jarzensack and B Hieser are listed contacts.

Jacob Khalzenback Myers Nelsonville Jarzensack B. Hieser

DeWitts the Early Risers Best Pills Cited by Michigan User

M. B. Smith of Butternut Michigan praises DeWitt's Early Risers as the best pills for costiveness and liver and bowel troubles. Cline's Pharmacy is cited as a source.

M. B. Smith Butternut, Mich DeWitt Cline

Furnished Rooms and Patent Remedies Ad on Local Page

Two front furnished rooms for rent near State and Main in Goshen Indiana advertised by Mrs Sue Weins and Lewis Ackerman. Dewitts Little Baby Risers claimed to relieve headaches and cleanse bowels. Cline's Pharmacy features Mrs Calvin Zimmerman of Milesburg Pa praising One Minute Cough for coughs colds croup and throat ailments and endorsing it as safe for children and effective against bronchitis pneumonia and other lung conditions.

Sue Weins State and Main Street Lewis Ackerman Goshen Ind Dewitt Hyer Cline Calvin Zimmerman Milesburg Pa

Democratic Clubs of Ohio Meeting Announces Reduced Fare

In Columbus, the Democratic Clubs of Ohio announce a rate of one and one third for round trips aboard Ohio Central Lines. Tickets go on sale at all Obi Central Lines offices, with valid return through April. Also includes testimonials for Kodol Dyspepsia and unrelated medical notices from Overisel and Chicago addresses.

Democratic Clubs Association of Ohio Democratic Clubs of Ohio Columbus Ohio Central Lines Obi Central Lines Toledo Ohio

Also Mentioned on This Page

General Grosvenor Bean Nomingalet W. L. Stinson Hoss S. Hi Isetry J. F. White C. Axdine P. B.stansbury Death Cuion Cyus W.H. Parrell William Fairfieldg Mercer Chapin Mercer Hillsdale College Michigan Waterford Academy Pennvania Chambourlin Institute Randolph Cornell D. Sheppard Preilege Akron Times Pittsburg Dispatch Stinson Tor Danias Mr.Pilcher Miss Kranz Akroo H.R. Wilson Hanuen Lt. C. Millimantas Nease Nanease Point Pleasant West Virginia G. F. Geiser Gow Ohio State Hospital T. WH. Sheldon Blanche Tullis Tullis Cincinnati Dr. Super O. TL. Mirror Mirror J. P. Sylvester Boston Massachusetts U. U Dr. Moore George W. Woodbridge Will Crippen Westerville Winfield Reott Sunnyside B.C. Haddox Henry Crippen Miss Is Ditch Charles Robert Lewis Henry Hall Robert Crippen Henry Ail Iz. GC. M Hastings George Whipple W. K.scott Sons of Veterans Hall W. BE. Sitter W. Caton Tod E. Hartgerink Dr. Horbe Peitlins
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