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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1876
Page
12
Announcement notes the successor to Drs. Johnson and Wilson, now permanently located in the old Main Street office for medicine and surgery with a date of August 4 1875.
Athens county's The Messenger notes its large circulation and urges advertisers to take note. Items include local appointments, agricultural fairs, attempted burglaries, iron ore, new coin chatter, temperance meetings, railroad notes, fishing, baseball, and weather. Names include Rev Nourse Isaac Kentner Asa Love Wm Foster G L Cooley & Son W B Brooks Judge John Welch Mrs Emerson Thos C Wells Prof John BR Scott.
Young men of Athens hosted a return party for the young ladies at City Hall last Friday. The decorators used blossoms and wildflowers, canaries hung from chandeliers, and a neat printed programme featured dances though two plain dances were omitted. Music by Lansley Bartlett French with help from Capt MocMonigal and Harry Crippen, supper by Wm. H. Potter, and dancing until two in the morning with nearly all fifty couples in attendance.
The passage complains that local postmasters face nuisance from frequent visits by a crowd of people who expect letters and ask about mail origins. It notes schoolchildren add to the load with constant, unnecessary inquiries and concludes the problem cannot be remedied as children lack better habits and adults won’t change.
Large concourse attended Sunday evening services at the Presbyterian Church for a Sabbath School gathering. Rev Nourse delivered addresses to Parents and Teachers and Mr Thomas F Day of Ohio University spoke to the Scholars. The school’s growth and prosperity are more encouraging than ever.
The article notes Sunday night dog poisonings killed several pets of value, including those belonging to Messrs Ben Brown A L Roach Yank Mathews Jus West and others. Authors condemn the act as indefensible and say the perpetrator should face criminal prosecution.
The Pomeroy Telegraph notes that even with favorable forecasts the prospective apple crop at Breezy Heights faced a damaging freeze. The meteorological outlook could not be translated to high altitude farming, leaving growers worried about losses.
The old South Bridge removal and new bridge work were bid Wednesday. R Meredith of Marietta secured the contract at 5.15 per lineal foot for removal and replacement. Masonry for the new bridges awarded to J H Falloon of Athens township at 4.25 per cubic yard.
The seasonal outlook declares grain and grass abundant with fields showing rare bald patches. Farmers receive strong encouragement for a bountiful return on their toil amid favorable conditions across the county.
A steamboat disaster last week near New York illustrates dangers feared for certain named individuals in Athens. It was wrecked at Zallett's Point and went down at Hell Gate, signaling potential losses and cautionary outcomes.
A veterinary surgeon praises sawdust as superior to straw for horse bedding due to better absorption and cleanliness, noting less bedding fly contact. A poultry breeder recommends scattering cedar shavings in hen houses to deter lice with cedar odor.
A fragmentary item notes a Mexican girl at Tusceolo with three well developed arms and describes grooming, misusing hairpins. It adds a curious line about fresh lime to deter rats, implying long term pest control.
Busy preparations are underway for a three day fair at the town Hall starting the 31st inst. hosted by St Pauls Catholic Church. Prizes include gold headed canes for the most popular Athens merchant and railroad man, a gold watch for the county’s most popular young lady, and jewelry for the top young man. Sales tables offer fancy and useful articles and refreshments with strawberries and ice cream. Judges will oversee the election and a good time is anticipated.
Mr and Mrs John R Scott present a varied program of readings at City Hall on Tuesday evening May 23. The couple, described as first class artists, recently performed in St Louis to warm press praise and will make their only local appearance this season.
At noon on Friday a bolt leaped into the Warren House telegraph office, cavorting around the room and setting the table ablaze. Operator Harry Magrew stood near the table, escaped injury though his nerves were shaken and his complexion paled noticeably.
The year ending March 1876 periodicals will be disposed of at auction in the lecture room of the Presbyterian Church on Monday evening May 22 at 7 o clock. Included are Harper's Scribner's Eclectic Galaxy Atlantic Contemporary St Nicholas Popular Science and more. Association members and others urged to attend. By order of the Ex Committee.
The Sunday night poisoning raid reduced Athens dog numbers, killing several valuable animals. Yet the city should not face a local dog shortage, as the editorial notes a mangy canine still reveals some redeeming traits and the overall canine presence remains sufficient.
Audience from Athens and Indies praised the Camilla Urso concert in Marietta, applauding the entertainments as delightful. Train directions and through tickets from Columbus to major cities are listed by James Patters and Eugene Ford for travel to the event and related connections.
Persesal reports that A W Glazier of Amesville intends to relocate to Belpre in Washington county after purchasing Capt Hendersons residence. A longtime Athens county resident, he is praised as an active and influential neighbor expected to be missed by Ames and Bern townships.
The firm of Wm. Hedges and Son will move to a Kilvert junction farm near the Federal Creek and M and C railroads. The move aims to support the town’s growth and the founders, including the firm’s founder and his father.
The Federal Creek Valley railroad escaped major flood damage and will need less than a thousand dollars to fix. A planned branch of the Columbus and Mineral Valley Railroad to Malta in Morgan County will connect the line to the Lakes, making it a valuable short-line corridor upon completion.
Superintendent Hennesy vows to direct the terrors of the law at all who use the new cemetery for idle lounging. Well behaved visitors will be welcomed to the enclosure at any hour, but the practice of resorting there for idle pastime is strictly prohibited.
Billy Ring drove a single lot of cattle from Pickaway county to Ath ens last week claiming the weight averaged fifteen hundred pounds. He offers to cover any bid that no fifty cattle can match in condition, inviting stake holder services if the deal proceeds.
A large audience at the Urso concert in Marietta Monday evening refutes rumors of bankruptcy. The city has suffered from several business failures but retains abundant capital and a promising outlook for a town of its size in Ohio.
Jim West this week received a number of new game birds including pure bloods and natives of Cuba bred solely for prize fighting. He hopes patient training will temper their belligerent tendencies and foster gentleness and peace in the breed.
A recent scientific computation suggests coal’s commercial value ignores formation time. It claims twenty tree generations compress into three to four inches of coal and that eighteen centuries are needed to form one foot of coal, highlighting lengthy geological processes.
Readable fragments describe certain individuals seeking store boxes on the shady side during a heat wave this week. The passage notes their leisure over ambition and the lingering effect of past seasons, with casual detachment.
Item notes a sculpture titled Coming to the Parson was not gifted by the Lady Teachers as previously claimed but presented by Superintendent Goodspeed and several lady assistants. The exchange phrase Honor to whom honor appeared in error. Publication date April 1 1876.
The damaged text notes the injured party’s condition improving and out of danger. It mentions Poston hadn’t been arrested at the latest advices, but provides no additional context or specifics.
Samuel Poston and William Hickey quarreled over a line fence on their properties in Canaan township two and a half miles east of Warren's Station. Poston shot Hickey in the breast with a pistol, causing serious injuries. Poston fled and has not been heard from despite active search efforts. Hickey's wound was dressed by Dr. Lash.
The Harmony public school held closing day exercises on the 28th. About twenty students attended despite bad weather. Classes performed well with prompt and accurate recitations. Teacher Geo Blakely addressed the gathering and reviewed four years of progress. Patrons praise Mr Blakely and regret his departure announced for the summer.
Mrs. Cynthia Colburn remains dangerously ill after a fall two weeks ago. A Friday hailstorm caused minor damage with unusually large stones. Abram Van Vorhes of Minnesota visited area. Miss Lissa McVay oversees Hibbardsville youth. Miss Mary Hibbard teaches near the Golden district. Emma Hibbard runs Sharp school. Wool prices low, stock markets dull, planting largely finished. PUER.
Indebted to H. F. Martin of Parkersburg West Virginia for two new music pieces. One titled I Still Cherish the Shells that we Gathered with Gathering Shells at the Sea Shore is written and composed by Martin and aims for wide popularity. The other piece titled Resignation is commended by a local amateur. Both pieces mailed on order for 35 cents.
I wish to return thanks to the ladies and gentlemen who assisted me at my recent concert at the City Hall. I also thank the Athens Cornet Band for their open air concert on the same evening. I hope to repay the compliment in the future. O. R. French.
The Board of Commissioners for Athens County Ohio will hold a session as a Board of Equalization at the Auditor's office in Albana on Wednesday May 24 1876 to equalize assessments on personal property.
The article notes the subject’s alluring appeal now enhanced by a new jewelry wardrobe from Kurtz & Norris, where select items are offered at prices below typical market cost. The detail underscores the store as the source of this style upgrade.
Opportunity is extended to secure cozy comfort for county homes with affordable interior options. Early selections from a full choice line of wall coverings and furnishings are available at Kurtz and Norms.
A list of fruit items Banannas Five Apples Coaca nuts and Lemons appears as acts this week at K. K. Golden's Confectionery. The piece notes a warm weather incident and mentions comfortable apartments and excelsior ice cream in passing.
A brief notice reports Skwarp Mack Grenadines offering items at a single price point. The ad highlights a streamlined sale format and emphasizes value for buyers.
The ad promises low prices on tobacco rivaling Granger Supply House quality and highlights Lorillard brands. It promotes Imperial Tea at 75 cents per pound with teas from 35 cents and announces grosgrain ribbons for hats and dresses. Also notes Kern & Lansley boots and 5 cent yard prints at the One Price Store.
Large invoices of lawns and per cales in styles unseen in Athens offered at Zenner and Co with only a small advance over prime cost.
Notice to all debtors to call at once on Dr. Dorr to settle accounts. G. L. Gorslenr address 20 w3. Boots and shoes for boys misses and children at Kern and Lansley boot and shoe mart first door south of Warren House.
The notice announces new styles of dress goods now in stock at Ballard's with low prices. It adds Parasols and Sun Umbrellas available at M. Selig & Co.'s One Price Store with similar emphasis on sale items.
Classified notice announcing a house and lot for rent suitable for a small family with immediate possession. Apply at the Messenger office.
Linen and alpaca dusters debut at the One Price Store opposite the courthouse, inviting shoppers to browse affordable new offerings.
To the Ladies in Athens and surrounding counties a special invitation is extended to make early call at Zen ner & Co and examine the novel traction in seasonable Shawls in variety style quality and low price not equalled in this market.
A new line of Plain Dress Goods is now available at M Selig Co op posite the Court House. The display features a refined range priced at 2 shillings and 28 cents per yard.
Bargains abound as Ballard advertises new goods at unusually low prices this week. Shoppers are urged to preview the fresh stock and compare values with prior offerings.
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