This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 55 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1880
Page
4
IzGee CHAS WILSON and DRS LASH WILSON are permanently located in the medicine practice on the second building west of the New Court House in Athens Ohio. January item notes their address and affiliation with Drs Johnson and Wilson.
Re convened yesterday, if dealers are paying one dollar for wheat. Judge Knowles will preside at the county common pleas term. Hog market strong and farmers praised. Episcopal services with Holy Communion next Sunday. Billy Golden opens groceries at Stedman's. County bridge at Nelsonville accepted as first class.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company re-elected the old Board of Directors at its Baltimore meeting. The annual report shows gross earnings of 18 317 740 dollars, expenses 10 330 710 dollars, and net earnings 7 986 970 dollars, with increases over 1879 and 1878. The surplus fund stands at 40 561 642 dollars. Local notes mention Athens residents, visiting attorneys, and Rev. W H Scott drawing praise at the M E Church.
Major Townsend confirms he has arranged for the Secretary of State position and will soon assume office. He replies to applicants that their services are not required, noting his preparations are complete and that the letters serve little purpose.
The nocturnal meteor shower advertised for November 15 failed to materialize last Sunday night. Cloudy skies are blamed, and observers suggest prior fireworks displays from recent election celebrations may have reduced interest in this celestial show.
The company performed at City Hall on Tuesday evening to a fair crowd. Review praises the troupe as meritorious with novel and side splitting features. The vocal program is highlighted as excellent and the brass band music praised for exquisite melody.
A county reader note praises the Walnut Street House in Cincinnati as a smart choice for travelers seeking value. It says many Athens residents stop there, with Davis and Bowers and courteous clerks ensuring a comfortable, homey experience for guests heading to Cincinnati.
This record lists milestone anniversaries with corresponding materials. First is Cotton, second Paper, third Leather, fifth Wooden, seventh Woolen, tenth Tin, twelfth Silk, fifteenth Crystal, twentieth China, twenty fifth Silver, thirtieth Pearl, fortieth Ruby, fiftieth Golden, and seventy fifth Diamond.
The notice urges timely posting of holiday advertisements so shoppers stay local for Christmas gifts and avoid wandering in search of items.
A 40 page manilla music book titled Happy Songs is praised for its bright cheerful tone and full life filled words. The paper quality is described as first class and the set is deemed a real want for teachers. A specimen copy can be obtained by sending 10 cents to Thomas Kane & Co. at 248 Wabash Ave in Chicago Illinois.
Turkeys trotted along Main Street last week en route to Warden Bros. as Thanksgiving nears. The Athens R. A. Chapter met Friday night November 12 electing J. M. Goodspeed as High Priest and other officers including T. H. Sheldon and J. L. Pickering.
A Saturday afternoon spectacle rolled through main streets as Street Commissioner Finsterwald traveled in a wheelbarrow powered by Emanuel Roby. A Chinese gong from John Gleason supplied music while the stunt fulfilled a bet tied to the recent election result.
Clark Patterson of Jacob Roth's tan yard reports theft of his pocket book containing $17.50 in cash and several promissory notes from his sleeping apartment during Monday night. He suspects intruders as graveyards yawn and ghosts revisit the moonlit hours.
A newspaper man cannot see everything but friends can aid by sending items of interest. All legitimate local news forms contribute to an engaging paper and are gratefully received.
The article notes the season’s first wintry weather in this latitude, describing a mild yet bracing Monday temperature that sparked discussion as the season progresses toward harsher weather.
It notes that Dr Chas L Wilson is staying at the Cornell House when not at his office or engaged in professional duties, a detail of interest to readers familiar with his practice.
A finely formed handsome girl is born on Thursday to Sheriff and Mrs. Tim B. Warden, marking a new accession to the local population.
The Iron Company of Begmemer in this county contributed five hundred dollars to the local Children’s Home. The gift comes through Friend John 5. Fowher who recently reported from the Winit to the chief managers in Akron. The piece praises enlightened beneficence and hopes other county corporations follow suit for destitute children aided by the Home.
Company I, 7th Cavalry announces a reunion for former members of the 7th Ohio Cavalry at Ripley on Wednesday, December 1st. Each "old Boy" is invited to attend with wife and children to meet old comrades. Signed T. F. Allen, Old Adjutant.
The New York Observer is recommended as a family paper rich in religious and secular news with entertaining foreign correspondence. A sample copy can be requested by mailing to 37 Park Row, New York. Town resident Josephus Tucker forecast a weather shift after a long frost, and a clear change followed within 24 hours.
Job notice seeking agents to sell pods for E G Rideout & Co at 10 Barclay Street New York offering 625 to 50 dollars per week. Send for catalogue on terms dated August 19 1880.
For liver complaint we confidently recommend the Poor Man's Pills. There is no remedy equal to them. Price only 15 cts a box.
The article touts rapid Singer machine sales in Athens and surrounding counties through Park Wickham's agency. It notes the Pittsburg office sold 17 550 machines in nine months, a 5 000 increase, and Wickham won two $25 cash prizes for top sales. It urges customers to contact Wickham for a Singer and praises its quality and value.
D. Zen ner & Co. expands the Clothing Department stock with a vast array of men boys and children garments made for the fall and winter trade. The firm emphasizes unusually low prices to attract all purchasers in Athens.
John P. Dana of Phoenix Block markets Men's and Boys' Overcoats at highly competitive prices. The shop invites customers to examine his complete stock before purchasing.
Our townsman Mr. David Edgar occupies the stand adjoining the South end of the Phoenix Block, recently vacated by Robt Brannon, and offers Fresh Meats of prime quality at lower prices than other dealers. Open day and night.
Election of officers for Paramythia Lodge No. 25 F. and A. M. set for Tuesday evening November 23 and for Athens Commandery No. 15 on Wednesday evening November 24. A full attendance is desired. C. Mclean, Recorder.
John P. Dana in Phoenix Block offers Ladies and Misses Cloaks and Dolmans with top quality and low prices. D Zenn er & Co report a superb stock of Overcoats and Mens, Boys, and Children's Clothing in Athens, with guaranteed best quality and lower prices.
The most elegant and refined hats are on display at Jonn P. Dana's in the Phoenix Block, inviting customers to view the latest millinery creations and fashions.
Ladies invited to view Beaver Hats and fashion styles at Mix Side PF races rooms. Display includes Ladies hats and popular prices.
A terse note describes availability at P. Dana's in Honix Block with the Dry Gemis line at low price.
The work at the Merchant Tailoring shop of Jacob Shatter is praised for its perfect fit, neat finish, and thorough workmanship. Orders may be left with Shatter opposite the Warren House.
Between now and the holidays D Zenner and Co present a striking exhibition of handsome stylish cloaks and dolmans for ladies and misses at a remarkable reduction from former figures. Ladies seize a chance to stay in fashionable street attire.
Advert says John P Dana's at Phoenix Block offers best and cheapest Boots and Shoes in town.
Athens county shoppers are urged to visit Van Vorhes Bartlett to see a wide selection of base burners parlor bedroom and cooking stoves. The Athens hardware shop promises better stoves and low prices that will please purchasers.
A brief item notes flannele in plaid red white and gray available at John P. Dana’s in Phoenix Rock with varied qualities including plain and twisted textures.
D. Zenner & Co's serves as headquarters for Dorsets Hosiery Gloves Laces Embroideries Ribbons Zephyr German town and Saxony yarns with prices described as extremely low.
The article urges shopping at Kurtz & Norris for available holiday gifts and notes daily additions to their stock. It also promotes D Zenner & Co offering underwear for ladies gents and children at low prices.
The new Merchant Tailoring house of Mr. Jacob Shafler in Athens offers the best foreign and domestic suitings and materials for single garments and overcoats. The house prides itself on quality, fit, and price, with assurances from local runners that it leads outside houses in these aspects. Opposite the noted location is highlighted for customers to find the shop.
A promotional note urging readers to purchase clothing boots shoes dry goods notions and underwear at the wholesale and retail house of D Zenner and Co highlighting value and variety for shoppers seeking bargains.
A shift in ladies shoe styles is illustrated at Peter Kern's Boot and Shoe Bazaar. Square toes, broad soles, and flat heels replace the old pointed shoes with high narrow heels, marking a fashionable improvement popular at the bazaar.
Brown and Bleached Musling Cantons and flannels with ginghams cheviots prints and tickings advertised at low prices in a storefront display.
Readable text shows a sale notice for D. Zenner & Co offering discounts on overcoats and suits. Early shoppers could find reduced prices on men's jackets and formal wear at the store location.
An advertisement notes affordable to fine plaid fabrics offered by D Zenner & Co with a range of materials and prices. The copy emphasizes value across cheap, medium, and fine goods for shoppers.
Invoices of seasonable pods arrive at Mr. Jacob Kafler's Merchant Tailoring house this week. The new shipments enlarge the range of choice for suits or single garments and accommodate any desired description subject to selection.
The notice touts Udick Bros in the Phoenix Block as the meeting place offering agreeable restaurant accommodations at low rates. It highlights a variety of seasonable table viands, oysters prepared in any style, and cold lunches as key features of the business.
In Cloaks and Dolmans, D. Zenner & Co. showcase the largest stock of elegant styles with careful workmanship and the lowest prices, presenting a strong competitive edge for shoppers.
The Grand Deror presents the largest stock of overcoats Ulsters and Ulsterettes in Athens. Shoppers may find a wide selection in various styles and sizes at this downtown shop.
Shoppers are urged to choose from a range of handsome Dolmans cloaks and wraps at The Grand Depot. Readier styles promise warmth and style for the season with several fabrics and colors on display.
The advertisement touts a large stock of dress goods available at Tax Granp Deror offering a wide selection for shoppers seeking fabric, patterns, and materials.
A large stock of fine underwear is reported missing or unaccounted for in a mystery inventory note. The item description includes mixed terms and unclear brands, suggesting a skewed vintage catalog entry or transcription error.
Within two weeks from the date, action applies to J B Tenan ATHEXa. Deadline details appear in the public notice and govern filing or response requirements.
The undersigned desires to buy a good saddle no 39 track made by Charles A Wilson. He seeks a well preserved unit suitable for regular use and requests prompt contact from sellers with details on condition and price.
One mile below Athens a 208 acre hill land tract features a large brick house a good new barn well watered first class land and a good orchard. A school on the farm and easy sale terms offered. Apply for particulars. ¢n Peruvumini ww n26 tf.
Married couples were celebrated in two ceremonies with about 40 guests each. The McCune and Mathers Van Dykes families attended, marking November 10 and 11 as memorable bridal banquets. The Johnson Johnson nuptials occurred at the Presbyterian parsonage in Athens with Rev. K C Stewart performing.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.