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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1869
Page
3
Probate Judge Calvary Morris presides over a matter with Clerk Edwin M. Phillips handling court records and ancillary duties in the same proceedings. The filing and scheduling are coordinated between the judge and clerk to manage probate events and related notices.
The Rev Joseph H Creighton the pastor will conduct Sabbath services as signed by the Conference which closed its session at Mari etta. Col A D Jaynes of Sedalia Missouri extended a call on Wednesday expressing strong faith in the West.
The subscribers to the stock are notified that their payments are due and desired by the company. Director 8. W. Pickering is authorized to receive payments.
The Mite Society of the Presbyterian church will meet Friday evening in October at John Brown Banker's residence. General attendance is desired. refreshments will be served. The notice invites all parishioners to support social church gatherings regardless of church connection.
Last chance urged for Athens county Harvest Festival at the society grounds in the western village. Officials promise ample stalls, water, and renovated facilities for exhibitors with a goal of the largest fair yet and a lively community gathering.
A political appeal urges voters from all parties to back Boyles in the commissioner race, arguing Morrison will not respect the people's will and questioning his party allegiance and safety for the public. The piece frames Morrison as opposing the expressed wishes of voters and asks readers to consider this at the polls.
A Nelsonville gathering of about four to five hundred heard Gen. Thos. F. Wildes as chair. Hon. Alphonso Hart spoke forcefully on current issues, followed by Lieut. Gov. John C. Lee whose hour and a half address impressed the crowd. Some Republicans wished for a larger turnout for these speakers.
The Athens County Pioneer Association held a meeting in New England on the 30th alt with many early settlers and members filling the small church. Gen John Brown presided as vice president and Rev Holcomb led prayer before reading minutes and by laws. After a noon recess, the afternoon featured brief addresses and a pleasant, unprofitable day, with a fuller report promised.
The Toledo and Woodville Railroad Trustees elect Horace Walbridge president and approve his full‑time commitment to rapid construction. Two possible routes to Woodville, both promising favorable terrain, are surveyed and land rights will be secured on the best line. Swigart of the Atlantic and Lake Erie Railway outlines a major connected network benefiting Toledo with coal, iron ore, and salt access.
The message advocates voting for Hayes and stresses the need to avoid any absence from the polls to secure his election. It underscores the urgency of turnout and party support in the election process.
Four days of campaign remain urging Republicans to do their duty and ensure every man at the polls. The message stresses mobilizing voters to guarantee victory.
A local appeal urges voters to back Poston for fair lawmaking. The note touts Plantation Bitters as a cure for headaches and fatigue, sharing a personal testimonial. It also advertises Magnolia Water and a growing stock of clothing, books, stationery, wallpaper, and fancy goods from local merchants.
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