Marriage of Mr Frank O Ballard and Miss Frankie Golden
The marriage was held Monday evening at the home of Hon W R Golden with a large gathering of friends. The bride and groom impressed guests with grace and attire, and generous entertainment enhanced the joy. The event coincided with the bride's parents 25th wedding anniversary, leaving a lasting memory for all attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank O. Ballard
Frankie H. Golden
W. R. Golden
Athens
Ballard—Golden
James M. Nourse
Temperance Movement Inauguration Draws Large Crowd
The M. E. Church and the Presbyterian church in Athens filled to overflowing for a joint meeting to launch the Murphy temperance movement. Revs Peters Nourse and President Scott spoke as did others. The gathering fostered optimism for upcoming temperance work with several out of town workers expected to join locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
James Cunningham
West Va
T. L. Noble
Athens
Warren House
M. E
Presbyterian
Murphy
Dr G L Gorsline Returns to Athens from Austin Texas
Dr G L Gorsline and family return to Athens at week’s end from Austin Texas where he had relocated about a year ago. He plans to reestablish his professional practice in the community, noting his belief that a more desirable residence lies beyond the southern United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Bumgardner
Hockingport
G. L. Gorsline
Athens
Austin
Texas
Walker of Indianapolis Journal Visits Athens on Mission
Hon Chas M Walker editor in chief of the Indianapolis Journal paused in Athens last week returning from Europe where he served on a government appointed commission examining silver currency in foreign governments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. M. Walker
A. B. Walker
Indianapolis Journal
Athens
Europe
Presbyterian Church Strawberry Festival Announces Spring
The ladies of the Presbyterian Church plan a strawberry festival in the church lecture room as soon as the season and berries are ripe, despite poor weather delaying preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Murphy movement invites temperance supporters to unite countywide
Local leaders urge friends of temperance across townships to cooperate in the ongoing campaign. The aim is a clean sweep of the county in favor of the cause through coordinated effort and broad support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murphy
Friends of Temperance
Albany Echo notes ill health and local changes
Mrs Criss of Harrisonville is very low from consumption. Silas Enlow of this township died at home on the 29th inst from consumption leaving a large family. Solomon Cline Esq begins steps to build a dwelling beside Dr Townsend on Alton street. Albany House changed hands with E A Brown retiring and L C Hill taking possession.
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Albany
Criss
Harrisonville
Silas Enlow
Mr. Enlow
Solomon Cline
Townsend
Alton Street
E. A. Brown
L. C. Hill
Crystal Wedding of Mr. David H. Frost in Troy township
The Epirork MESSENGER notes a Crystal Wedding in Troy township near Coolville on the fifth inst. Guests traveled from over ten miles, bringing many gifts from a vase to a salt cellar. Supper impressed guests with ample fare and pies. Witty remarks by W A Dinsmore sparked laughter, followed by a musical show with Rose Gunder and the Misses Dinsmore. Best wishes for a lifelong blissful union were extended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epirork
David H. Frost
Troy Township
Coolville
W. A. Dinsmore
Sabbath School Institute Held At Coolville
The Sabbath School Institute at Coolville on Thursday and Friday drew many local residents and visiting workers. County schools report winter operations suspensions, with some reorganizing for summer, citing teachers and funds shortages. The piece commends volunteer help and strong hospitality from Coolville residents toward attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coolville
S.S
Sebbath
I. LL. W
Editor Messenger Warns Against Purely Saloons Cure
The piece argues that stopping liquor sales at saloons does not curb inebriety. It likens drug store alcohol sales to dangerous poisons and supports temperance efforts in Athens and the Murphy movement to awaken local sentiment against liquor violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Nourse
Ohio
Friends of Temperance
Athens
Murphy
Rome Items
The Hocking Union Sabbath School was reorganized on the 6th with W. W. Rowell as Superintendent and C. Dean as Assistant. Officers also include Theo. Rowell as Secretary and Miss Hannah Linton as Treasurer and Librarian. Remarks by C. Russell and C. Doan discussed the Mission of the Sabbath School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hocking
Co. D
Iron firms move machines to the Valley for West trade
The text notes Akron Cleveland and Chicago iron masters tearing down large machines and shipping them via Columbus to the valley to win Western trade, highlighting industrial competition and relocation of equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron
Cleveland
Chicago
Columbus
Mormon Leadership Foresees Federal Action in Mountain Meadow Case
A Salt Lake dispatch reports Saints arming and drilling to resist federal moves against Brigham Young and church leaders over the Mountain Meadow Massacre. Military orders push readiness by the 21st. Night meetings in Salt Lake City accompany Young's claim that Mormons will not be driven further. Four breach-loading rifles were sent to southern settlements from Salt Lake City's cooperative store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake
United States
John D. Lee
Mountain Meadow
Brigham Young
Salt Lake City
Co-Operative
Russians Capture Kars in Caucasus Campaign
Reports from St Petersburg confirm a Russian assault on Kars in Asia. The Kuars forces faced by a 50 000 strong Russian army saw 17 000 Turkish troops captured as the siege presses. Turkish commander Mukhtar Pasha retreated south leaving Kars exposed to heavy siege artillery.
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Russia
Turkey
Bulgaria
Asia
Erzerum
Mukhtar Pasha
Kars
St. Petersburg
End of Sewing Machine Patent Monopoly Cuts Costs
The sewing machine patent monopoly expired removing the essential features from protection. Minor patents remain but primary elements like the vibrating needle and reciprocating shuttle now face competition, enabling the best machines to be bought at roughly one third of former prices.
Proclamation Sets October Session and War Outlook
The President ordered an extra session of Congress for October 15, a move welcomed by both parties as it eases partisan tension. The report notes potential English involvement with Turkish allies against Russia, with a large military force at English ports and Sir John Lintorn Semmon as the likely English Commander-in-Chief if England joins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
England
Russia
English
John Lintorn Semmons
Emotional statesmen resist Hayes policy and Lincoln era echoes
A newspaper item notes politicians riled by President Hayes and compares them to Lincoln critics. It calls for common sense and mentions the postponed extra session benefiting Ohio’s political campaign. A local obituary records the death of Mead Bowen of Logan at ninety four.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayes
Lincoln
Ohio
Johngee
Mead Bowen
Logan
Hocking County
Trial of Sheriff Wallace Over Escape of Noted Repeater
Hamilton county sheriff stands trial in U S Court for aiding the escape of Charley Young. Testimony shows Wallace knew of the plan and urged it forward and even promised funds to carry it through.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace
Hamilton County
Charley Young
United States
D Zenner & Co Offers Wide Parasol Selection
The article notes D Zenner & Co presents a broad varied assortment of foreign and American parasols and sun-shades for ladies at prices just above prime cost, promising a wider choice now than later in the season.
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D. Zenner & Co’s
Croquet season prepared as Kurtz orders bulk mallets and balls
Despite poor weather Charles Kurtz has arranged bulk orders from manufacturers to supply any missing mallets and balls from last year's croquet sets. The move aims to ensure readiness for the season and maintain inventory for individual replacements.
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Charles Kurtz
Billy's Market Adds Mammoth Refrigerator on Union Street
Our accommodating friend Mr. Wm. Warner places a mammoth refrigerator in his meat market on Union street. The device won the first premium at the Philadelphia Exposition, promising prime fresh meat any time during the day in hot weather.
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Wm. Warner
Union Street
Billy’s
Bargains at D Zenner Co Silk Stock and More
Special bargains in ladies Misses and children's hosiery in every variety in style and material at D Zenner Co. Sale of one complete set of shop furniture for a small drug store including bottles glass labelled scales etc at a fair price Harper Co now offers heavy reductions in black colored and fancy silks at D Zenner Co Ladies should see the new stock of spring shawls before choosing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co's
Harper & Co
New Car Pet Collection Aims at Athens Beauty and Value
The Spring stock at D Zenner Co features new style car pets praised for stylish designs solid quality and low prices unmatched in Athens.
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D. Zenner Co
Athens
Athens stores showcase bargains in footwear and fabrics
Statson or Statson's offers slippers and walking shoes with promotions on men and women’s styles. D. Zenner & Co. highlights black meres cashmere and the largest embroidery selection in Athens with cheap floor oil cloths and boots priced at 1.95 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co
Athens
Ladies millinery sellers prepare new stock for spring
Mrs. Clara Collet and Miss Annie Streicher, successors to Miss M. McLeod on South Court Street, will soon go to the city to secure a second stock of spring millinery goods and next week offer patrons displays of stylish, desirable items. They are excited about Hamburg edges recently opened at D. Zenner & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Collet
Annie Streicher
M. McLeod
South Court Street
Hamburg
D. Zenner & Co
Watches and Spring Goods Highlight Athens Shopping Week
The notice touts Charley Kurtz offering American watches at record low prices and promotes D. Zenner Co presenting their second Spring Goods arrival in Athens this week. It invites readers to visit Station's for cobbling and to explore the firm’s spring novelties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Charley Kurtz
Peters & Trout Agent to Exhibit at Warren House
Customers in Lancaster Ohio await the Peters and Trout house at the Warren House tomorrow Friday. An agent will show a full line of samples for 9 ring and Summer suits. The firm is known for tasteful stylish tailoring and first class goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Peters & Trout
Lancaster
Ohio
Wareren House
John Friday and Zenner Cut Prices Across Goods Line
The passage notes the firm D Zenner & Co led by John Friday has lowered prices to an unprecedented low for their extensive merchandise. Readers are invited to compare this season with last to see the discount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Friday
D. Zenner & Co
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Medicine & Surgery
Main
City Hall
F. Racer
Univor
Chas. D. Norris
New England States
Adams’ Agency
D. T. Gilliam
Nelsonville
Columbus Medical College
South Bridge
John Robinson
Jas. S. Jennings
Trimble Township
Young
Cincinnati Times
Thos. H. Sheldon
First National Bank of Athens
Robison
Crystal Wedding
Rome
Logan Sentinel
C. H. Ripley
Prairies
Lakes
Alleghanies
Gulf State
Alabama
Hocking Valley
C. A. Paine
District
Atlantic and Pacific Telegraph
Boston Herald
Charles Street
Maj Reno
Statson's
Statson’s
Statson
D. Zenner & Co.s
Stutson’s
M. Selig & CO
Court House
Baltimore
E. A. Tinker & Co
OF New
L. F. Racer’s
Messenger Office
H. N. D. Bowman Woodyard
Qherife
William W. Bond
Order of Sale
Athens Co. Common Pleas
Court of Common Pleas
Athens County
Capes Carpenter
Parker Carpenter
W. A. Keaty
Grrosvenor & Dana, Pitts
Quherife
Co. Steenrod & Co
John Hull
Athens Common Pleas
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