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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1897

Page

2

Christian Endeavor Holds Seventh Annual Convention in Elsville

The Seventh annual Christian Endeavor convention met in Elsville Athens County with many delegates attending from across the county. Discussions covered Mammonism, political corruption, and the need for Bible reading, with papers on eighteenth and nineteenth Christian centuries and encouragements. Friday and Saturday sessions featured prayers, sermons, junior meetings, and reports on nominations and regulations, ending with a reception at the First Presbyterian Church.

Chris. Thundeavor Elsenville Athens County First Presbyterian Ch GA. Bennett Ha Maxwell Qucie Biddison Lola Wiley Guyaville A. Knight Marshfield Fhe West Te Wat. Merritt Goolville WO. Judd Corlville Thule Hooper Ida Maxell Armilla McLane Aftean Fama Patterson Aritilla McLane Eich Vor Les Emma Patterson Knight Joxne Gould Futton C. A Estenfighter W. J. Warrener Als Johnson W. A. Powell J. M. Alles Misa Entina Patterson Junior Endeayoc Aude Gould Papels Sebiy Jassie Neary Breckenridge R.A. Dennent Kate Sandersons Euna Pats Glen Somare

Athens public school teachers for coming year named

The Athens school board approved new faculty for next year. Eleven teachers were listed along with others to be assigned later, including Miss Ella Moore and Miss Zella Foster. A key resolution raises qualifications to elect teachers requiring one year experience and a high school diploma or college degree with pedagogical training. The graduating exercises are set for Thursday evening June 3 at the city hall with proceeds to the library, tickets at Lash's drug store.

Athens High Wil Ev. Ti. I Board of Education Whelton Ella Moore Middleport Zella Foster Point Rock Meigs County Miss Moore Nelsonville Elsa Mate Boyd Maggie Boyd Lizzie Cochran Olle Wilton Nellie Wilson Hattie Hines Minnie Dean Jeannette Barker Helen Townsem Nan Linton Amy Hervold Mattie McCune Ida Maxwell Jennie Ryan Sarah Stinson Clara Weiher Zooia LeParur Athens Lash Blveen Battie Arscott Nelle Blackwood Give Charter Jessie Colvitte Sadie Corneil Bertha Guittean Nellie Pickering Maud Somers Jessie Towsley Stella Walsh Willie Cable Earnest Cassels Herbert Herrod Frank Merril Cari Sticney

Death of Lather Withom Wh Witksm in Sunday service

The obituary notes the death of Lather Withom Wh Witksm on Sunday morning near derservikie after a brief illness. He was a Juanes of wee and left behind a wife and other relatives. The report mentions his age and local ties, with details of his early life and family.

Derservikie

University Pearl Defeated by Western Pennsylvania Club

The Ohio University team fell Friday afternoon to the Western University of Pennsylvania club in a tight game. The next day the Olive and White again lost by the same margin as the previous day in a late rally, with Doggy Trenchard delivering a key hit to seal the victory.

Ohio University Western University of Pennsylvania Sernyerie Flawk Ther Doggy" Trenchard Princeton Aun Shaler Mitchell

CentenniaI Souvenir of Athens County Births Pride in Ohio Edition

The Athens centennial souvenir edition of Athens County published for the county's one hundredth anniversary features 100 pages illustrated with portraits and views. It covers Athens and Nelsonville, highlighting the Athens University, local industries, schools, and notable citizens, with editorials praising the work and craftsmanship of the printers. The volume, compiled by J G Tipton, promises to become a valued historical reference for residents and descendants alike.

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Passing of Judge Tripp A Jackson Politician Died at Home

Telegram from Athens announced the death of Judge Janes M. Tripp at his Jackson home. A Republican and prominent attorney, he had suffered spinal trouble and recent political strain. He served as county common pleas judge, sought Congress, was a University of Ohio alumnus, and held public trust roles. Survived by wife and one son.

Tripp Jackson Athens Janes M. Tripp Athena Jackson County Judge Tripp Mchm- Wwe Amd Cleeton Milge Tripp Thaugh Congress Seceestl A.C. Thompsn Dadge F Toppo Ohin University

Dont Tobacco Epi and Smoke Your Life Away

Fragmented ad text promotes tobacc0 cessation products and remedies with unclear claims and dubious origins, mentioning NeTo Rac and Sterling Remedy in vague promises of strength and curing ailments, set against generic references to Chicago or New York.

Epi Asiaz Cass NeTo Rac NeTo Sear Chicago New York

Foreclosure in Athens County Court Over $516,106 Awarded

Old Colony Trust Company wins a large foreclosure judgment against the New York and Western Coal Company in four counties. Property in Floodwood and Shawnee areas is to be sold. The ironworks at Floodwood to be torn down. lease terms keep Chauncey operations intact. Several civil and criminal cases were concluded, with varying outcomes as trials proceed.

Old Colony Lrast Company Desten New York & Western Company Athens Hocking Perry Vinton New York & Western Coal Company Flondwood Shawnee Orbiston Monday Crenla Vinton County Fieolwood New “York & Western Coal Company Wim. Job Chauncey Job Common Pleas Court Gabbard John Gabbard Mary Giffin Hesekiah Gifin Ohison Dusie Barchfeld George Stewart Addine Weales Carl J. Rennain Fred Hall John Goins Isaiah Koon Peter Smith Nathan Smith Herbert Smith Andy Hogue Tone Melvin Stephens Marietta Run Cost &| Coke Company

Tragic matricide in Meigs County shocks Bedford township

Silas Wandling shot his mother Mrs. Mann Wandling in Bedford township Meigs county on Saturday. she died Sunday after lingering from wounds. Wandling, forty, was arrested. motive unclear as residents crowded the scene and the community vows investigation.

Bedford Township Meigs County Lodi Mann Wandling Silas Wandling

Fruit Growers Meeting in Athens Mayor's Office

Athens county fruit growers hold a meeting in the mayor's office on Saturday June. The display committee promises a strong exhibition with fruit and vegetables. Secretary Bobo will distribute the April bulletin and spray calendar from the Ohio Experiment Station, which includes a planting and spraying formula.

Ttss Athens County Fruit Trowers Athens Bobo Ohio Experiment Station

Mrs Lamborn Dies Sudden Death Shock in City Home

Mrs Lamborn wife of a Singer Sewing Machine Co branch manager died suddenly at 349 Sixth Street between 6 and 7 last evening. She was 28, mother of three young children, and sister of Eugene Wright of Athens. Her husband was away on a business trip. family and neighbors describe a brief attack followed by a fatal collapse before medical aid could reach her.

Sue Moalber Lambora Roth Neleavil’s. Chia

Candy Cathartic and Magic Dyes Ad Short Notice

An old notice touts Candy Cathartic as a discovery cleansing the system and aiding kidneys liver and bowels with claims of curing colds fever headaches and constipation. Also promotes Magic Dyes for bright fast color, urging purchase at Cline's Pharmacy with pharmacy endorsements and guarantee of cure.

Cline

Excursion to Detroit and upcoming meetings notices

Excursion tickets to Detroit offered by the Central Jersey line with round trip fare and deadlines. Imperial Council Nobles of the Mystic Shrine to meet in Detroit June 7. Ohio Central Lines advertise travel details. Local ads tout DeWitt’s Little Early Risers and various medical cures, with pharmacy promotions and product notes.

Omty Central Jney Detroit Midh Imperial Council Shrias Ohio Gentral Lines Obie Central Line Central Olue

Excursion to Tolwlo Va Chisanaar Convectica Trip

A tentative excursion to Tolwlo Virginia with Convectica travel plans is announced. Agents will sell tickets for a June 7 trip with stated mileage and route details. The notice hints affiliated lines and ticketing options while avoiding unclear specifics.

Bob OhroCratrat Lines

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