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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1870
Page
4
The Ohio State Central Republican Committees met last week and decided to hold the next Republican State Convention on the eighth of August. The convention has enough business to keep sessions until the end of July, and no recess is expected before that date.
A historical note reflects on ferry-ons members of the present Congress as Union army veterans of the Civil War and questions whether republics remain grateful for their service.
Among the revels of the rebels there was none so far from their dreams as a collored Senator peaking from the seat of Jefferson Davis in Congress.
A call urges political unity within the union to back suitable men for township tickets and to support their campaigns until election victory. The message emphasizes coordination and perseverance to secure officials aligned with union goals.
A political exhortation notes that doubt about the result in the township can be overcome by earnest effort in the coming spring election. It argues that a small majority victory will be more meaningful if achieved through steadfast campaigning.
A new Mississippi senator is described as reviving dormant voters, likened to a wake up call for sleepy Democratic supporters. The passage casts the move as stirring the party from a Rip Van Winkle-like slumber.
The speaker laments the absence of the old cry “Gold for the bondholder, and rags for the plowholder.” He asks what has replaced that venomous slogan and notes it has not circulated for months. The inquiry questions shifting political rhetoric.
In Delaware the Democracy face trouble over new American citizens. They claim they will not ask a Negro to vote their ticket but would not rudely refuse if a Negro asks for one. Critics deem them kind and obliging in a troubling stance.
General Thomas died in San Francisco California from apoplexy on the 28th instant. The veteran defender of the Union known as Old Pap Thomas was a fearless soldier and Christian gentleman whose death brings nationwide sorrow and respect for a life nobly lived on life’s battlefields.
The Daily Olio State Journal announces a enlarged one third size, improved appearance, and greater prosperity. It states the State Journal is a political power with increasing indirect influence through the country press, surpassing other papers in the state.
A village correspondent to the Woman's Advocate on the 26th defends Dr. Howard against criticisms and repeats that he supports women receiving collegiate education. The piece notes the Doctor’s indifference to spiteful writings and aims to set the record straight on his views.
Citizens press for moving the Marietta and Cincinnati Railroad from the south side to the north end of town. Local property owners offer right of way freely. The plan aims to remove a dangerous curve and shorten the route by about a mile, with hopes stockholders approve in Cincinnati meeting.
A jumble of phrases mentions an examination week at Athens High School with orphan references and a remark about Mr Dod visiting the village. It also notes a patent claim for a new device to obtain steam engine power valued at $700, with a comment on unity and a confidence in B as the only paper.
The Athens Journal condemns Chicago outsides used by rival papers as fraudulent, unfair, and degrading to printers and subscribers. It calls out the editor of the rival Athens Journal for false pretenses and for undermining local journalism with cheap advertisements and outside sheets.
The second battle of 1870 will be fought in Connecticut, culminating on the first Monday in April. Although state tickets have lingered, nominations for minor offices are nearly finished and New York will send voting cattle while Republicans hold the edge.
Obituary notes the sudden death of Bishop Edward Thomson D D of the Methodist Episcopal Church on the 21st in Wheeling West Virginia. Born in October 1810 in Thortses England he emigrated to Ohio with his family in 1819 and pursued medicine before entering the ministry in 1833. He held roles as editor at the Ladies Repository and president of Ohio Wesleyan University.
Eisner Thompson, a respected American scholar and influential Methodist leader, organized India mission work into an annual conference and championed reform in religion and politics. Described as fearless, courteous, and a tower of strength, his death will grieve religious and educational communities nationwide.
Jury selection advances by common consent as Congress nears adjournment. Chairmen of business committees project final determinations will require until that adjournment to conclude all current matters.
A draft measure before Congress seeks to repeal the law that requires bankrupt individuals to be able to pay a portion of debts. The proposal targets a specific percentage and could alter creditor repayment expectations.
Ohio readers report Grace Methodist Church in Dayton dedicated at a cost of 100000 with about 3090 raised. Ironton subscribes 140000 for Columbus and Ironton Railway. Destitute children of deceased soldiers estimated at 12 to 15 thousand. A 121-year-old J N Green reportedly grows older in Banbridge. Emigrants numbering 685 pass through Columbus seeking western homes. A Salem correspondent notes a young man’s loss of 300 dollars for a widow.
A Lady traveling through Ohio lectured on women’s rights in response to a question about women working the roads. She quipped that judging from the roads she traveled, they could hardly be worse if women had built them.
TTPO hosts regional track event with teams including Tony Ree and Lawrence in a brisk meet setting. Officials emphasize safety and fair competition amid early-season performances.
Continues to repair Watches Clocks and Jewelry in the best manner and on reasonable terms. All work is warranted for one year. Spectacles adjusted to all eyes. Give him a call at the Bookstore April Lith 1869 ald yteg.
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