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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1877
Page
5
Athens county boards meet on Monday June 4. E S Poston weds Miss Mary Larrison at Nelsonville. Dan A Grosvenor visits Athens. Strawberry festival at Presbyterian Church next Tuesday. State and local politics and temperance notes fill the week with school commencements at Ohio University. Weather and flora remarks mix with society and civic updates.
Reports describe a corn worm about an inch long with a dark russet color that feeds underground and destroys young corn. The pest has not yet been observed in Athens county.
The Marietta and Cincinnati railroad provides half fare rates to all desiring to attend the Universalist state convention in Belpre. The session begins today and will run through June 4.
The Nelsonville Gazette reports a snowball bout among Longstreth's bank miners using mine deposits as snow material. Rev. O J Nave of Zanesville preached at the M E Church and was joined by Mrs Nave on her visit back to town. Amesville residents look forward to a strawberry fete hosted by the Presbyterian Church next Tuesday evening June 5.
Public attention across the country centers on the vast mineral resources being developed in York township and Perry county. The Brown House halls have been newly carpeted this week, aligning with other recent interior improvements at this popular hostelry.
The M. E. Festival held in their lecture room Tuesday evening passed off pleasantly with a goodly turnout. Receipts exceeded $20 as attendees participated in the festivities.
The article notes public schools gently and harmoniously progress toward the near summer term end, highlighting steady attendance and routine classroom activities as the season approaches.
The local rat hunt organized around Pratt's Fork in April divided into competing parties with an aim to reduce the rat population. The effort resulted in the slaughter of eleven thousand one hundred seventy rats, culminating in an oyster supper at Mr. G. F. Williams' home for the winning side. The Agricultural Board is urged to offer premiums at the county fair for the largest vermin kill, as a prudent public expenditure. The note ends with a look at a Musical Convention in Albany and reflections on Coolville Schools and their leadership.
A last week social event by Mrs deSteigner’s Sunday School class hosted sixty Athens youths and maidens. They traveled by morning train to Little Flood wood near the C and V railroad station for a day of leisure returning in the evening. The day brought much pleasure with all reporting a wonderful time.
The Athens county Republican committee fixed July 28 as the county convention date with delegates’ primaries on July 27. The scheduling aims to fit farming attendance and secure candidates reflecting the general popular wish.
Census by F J Ryan reports Athens population 2232 with breakdowns for white males and colored residents. Noted figures include 470 white voters within the corporation and a total population of 2232. The text contains garbled lines but preserves main counts and voter totals.
The grand jury returns charges including grand larceny assault and battery burglary and grand larceny and riot against multiple defendants. The death of Rose Brown daughter of Mrs Alice C Brown occurred at Golden Lake Orange county Florida from brain fever, with remains enroute for burial. A light sprinkling of farmers appears amid court and tax activity.
Crowded audiences at City Hall and Presbyterian church hear Fred L. Kent of Columbus describe temperance life. Notable remarks from Dr. Chas. D. Carpenter Si Allen and Lorenzo Wilson boost the Murphy pledge signings. Rev O J Nave returns to thrill listeners and local women choir adds charm. Walnut Street House Cincinnati praised by visitors and proprietor Mr Green and staff welcome guests.
On next Tuesday evening the ladies of Ameesaville Presbyterian Church will host a strawberry festival at the church in Ameesaville. Proceeds are expected to support church activities and outreach.
Washington May 27 dispatch reports Judge Thomas L. Minton denies signatures on a candidate list backing C C Jones for Athens District Collector. The forged paper appeared in Bureau files but is now missing. Jones asks for explanation and notes Minton’s letter of recommendation was filed in Washington.
A new Sabbath School named Beebe Union was formed on the 27th with Addie Crippen as Superintendent and other officers. Citizens in the southern township discuss locating a bridge across the Hocking river near Frost's Station amid heated debate but no bloodshed. Co. D.
The Sunday School Institute will convene in Pleasanton starting Tuesday June 12 at 2 p.m. for two days. Attendees include earnest workers from Athens Meigs and Vinton counties. Rev. Mr Fagan of Nelsonville will lead with Rev. Mr Kendall of Marietta also expected. All Sunday School workers regardless of race sex or denomination are invited and welcomed by Pleasanton residents. Jas Ricketts.
Master Burt Harris shows an egg laid by his hen measuring 94 inches by 4 and weighing a quarter of a pound. The egg is not suitable for ordinary domestic use as it is hard to deal with.
J D Peabody age 75, sole surviving brother of late George Peabody, died at his Zanesville residence on Tuesday.
The plan calls for releasing synopses of assessors' reports for multiple townships next week. Officials indicate the summaries will highlight valuation changes, property classes, and key exemptions across districts.
A Grecian dispatch notes a large Monday crowd under the royal palace windows. Locals also flock to the commercial palace of D Zenner and Co drawn by varied attractions and widely low prices on American and foreign goods.
Theodore Tilton notes popularity fades but D. Zenner & Co remains highly popular for cheap bargains. Athens county residents are urged to learn of extensive Summer goods offers with low prices advertised by the firm.
Miss A J Lively, once in Athens, now occupies Kinney property opposite Cornell House to take orders for hair work including switches. She promises long experience and skill, guarantees satisfaction in quality and price, and invites ladies to call.
A note highlights Statson's selling plow shoes with dental professional Dr Will G Cooley featured for his status in dentistry. The passage praises his stature and current role as a respected figure in the community.
Statson's shoe promotion and parties and picnics with ice cream. Drouth of clothing departments announces mens wool suits 8 10 12 dollars and new coats and dusters. One Price Clothiers, Gum Coats, silk sales, Zenner Co. and Walsh tailoring offerings highlighted.
Ladies urged to inspect a large stock of parasols fans and kid gloves at M Selig and Co one price store with unusually low prices advertised for the public.
Donovan, the cutter at Thos Walshs merchant tailoring house, earns praise for excellent, easy, stylish fits. Zenner and Q offer low prices on Summer Silks, plain and fancy. Athens location and Walshs shop advertise favorable figures on gentleman’s furnishing goods.
Read as a brief market blurb noting that some of the best practical tailors in the country are employed at Thos Walsh's merchant tailoring stand located on South Court Street.
The ladies will find the best selection of ready made suits at D Zenner Co in Athens, showcasing a wide range of styles and fits for immediate wear. Shoppers can browse a curated stock aimed at modern tastes and smart office attire.
Baltimore May 28 1877 hogs arrivals 1500 head sold at 7.00 to 7.50 per head cattle arrivals 1000 head best 6.00 to 6.50 common 4.00 to 5.06 per head. Se bak en head prices 5.60. Arrivals 2000 sales at 5 to 7.50 per head.
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