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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1894
Page
5
A compilation of visits, medical updates, and community events across Athens County. Notables include road travels by Sheriff Hayman, multiple social calls, a marriage, a retirement, a church supper, a rail line opening, a public fountain project, and a court case pending for a robbery near Tom Silver's saloon with two suspects held on $1,000 bonds.
Carrie Carpenter eighteen, domestic in Henry Chambers restaurant on Main, fires 88 caliber revolver at her stomach, near the pit. The gun, from Chambers overcoat pocket, nears ignition of clothing. she lies resting easy with possible liver injury. Rumors claim unrequited affection and trouble with Chambers. Also notes a pastor installation, sewer work woes on College and Main, and a near fatal fire at ex Sheriff Warden’s residence caused by a gas flare up in an upstairs room.
The case of Mrs. P M Thompson against the C H V T Railway for 10000 damages over her husband Conductor Phil M Thompson’s death at Pomeroy in September 1898 ended at Logah Saturday night with a verdict for 8000 damages. The case will be appealed.
The Cincinnati state convention opened with devotional leadership by Mrs. Powell and attendance by Mrs. Mary Armstrong. Amy Moore was spotlighted at the reporters table. The death of national secretary Mrs. Mary Woodbridge shocks Ohio white ribboners. Plans mention Miss Frances Griffin of Chicago and a future talk in Athens. Next meeting set for Nov 20 at 2:30 p.m. with topic What does it mean to wear the white ribbon. Various department superintendents elected. Local railroad and chute construction progress noted near Hocking Valley depot. Jesse Strickland convicted for shooting with intent to kill. eight-year sentence. Funeral for Mary Day, age 25, held at Sugar Creek. Sons of Veterans camp organized at Glouster. Construction starts on Columbus Hocking Valley & Athens line near Lancaster. Chrysanthemum display by Mrs. Jacob Shaffer praised. Pension exams for Koon and Hoyt recorded. Thomas Collins pleads guilty to rape. remanded to Boys' Industrial School. Ohio University officers elected for the local literary association. Edward Ister, epileptic, committed to Epileptic Hospital. George Laighty and Anna Burley wed in Athens. German Soldier performance canceled for Saturday.
The Ath ens Township Teachers Reading Circle will hold its next regular meeting Saturday afternoon November 17 at 1 o'clock in the public school building. An interesting program is planned and all township teachers are urged to attend and participate for a profitable session.
Readers learn that Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to cure catarrh at all stages. The advertisement states it is a constitutional treatment taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces, building up the constitution. Proponents offer $100 if it fails, with testimonials available upon request. Sold by druggists for 75 cents from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo, Ohio.
Medina County resident Stephen Rolph, a one legged veteran who lost his limb at Winchester Va on March 28 1862, attributes his nervous prostration and sleeplessness to his army service. He credits Dr Wheeler's Vitalizer with relieving his symptoms after years of doctor visits and medicines. The remedy is sold by Clines Pharmacy in Athens and by dealers nationwide.
A. L. Reach & Sons advertise the largest line of Japanese and fancy decorated china in Ohio for Christmas gifts. A candle guess contest offers a Havlin China Dinner Set valued at 40 dollars as the prize.
Richard Huston weds M le Batchelder Cyrus W Watkins weds Hattie M Shaner James M Allison weds Thursa McGrath Benjamin Chipman weds Rosa Klynkie Rolly L Dye weds Sarah C Williams Jonas Sewell weds Eleanor Conn Charles Sedwick weds Olile Florence Jonathan Frazier weds Etta Jewell David S Bridge weds Sarah E Williams George W Mace weds Mattie Beverage
The article extols Syrup of Figs for pleasant flavor gentle action and soothing laxative effect. It asserts that if a parent is costive or bilious the results are most gratifying, recommending it as the best family remedy and urging every family to keep a bottle on hand.
A. L. Roach & Sons import from France Germany and England for china and graniteware, saving 25 percent for customers. W B Lawrence of Athens offers Fire Life and Accident insurance. Campbell & Glazier advertise big sales and inducements while Dr Price’s Powder highlights purity. Antel-Henry marriage entry notes Ulisses G Antel to Henry in 1894 Athens County.
Notice states that accounts and vouchers are filed for estates of Wilson, Duckler, and Hammond with hearings set for December 8. Executors and administrators named include A. Nominal, Jacob H. Duckler, Ebenzer Wilson, and James H. Finsterwald. Judge Bethel presides. dates November 15 to December 6, 1804.
At the shrine set up for the Woman's Era, nations from around the world bowed in recognition. The exhibit space highlighted progress and achievements tied to women's history, drawing delegates and visitors who praised the enduring impact of the celebration.
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