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Athens News Highlights Local Events and Appointments
Six prisoners sentenced to Gallipolis penitentiary for terms up to ten years. Correspondent J. H. Allen relocates to Chillicothe. Monday Creek railroad work near Nelsonville described as massive. Voters faced favorable weather for Tuesday elections. Hon. N. H. Van Vorhes heads to Washington for extra session duties. Community services at Presbyterian Church draw large crowds and local praise for Rev. Nourse’s sermon. County officials shift in leadership with A. Wilson replaced by Fiza Armstrong. Fair prizes awarded for best babies. city hall fundraiser proceeds total 334 dollars with net 275 to the Guards. Popular ballots crown Miss Grace Hoyt and Mr. George Towsey in Athens social contests. Local officials voting in Washington noted, with J. A. Straight among attendees. Sabbath school union set for Amesville with October 26–27 dates. Accident injures M. & C. railroad engineer Gullum. arm torn off. Burglary at Athens Plains home of J. H. Cultoms. Farewell sermon of Rev. J. W. Peters stirs regret as he leaves Athens. Dr. Eber DeSteigner leaves for Cincinnati medical lectures. Dr. Philson appointed new druggist at Athens Hospital. Masonic banquet thanks to Athens ladies. Anvil Chorus promises notable church event at M. E. Church. Jax L. Pickering named Adjutant of Ohio’s 18th National Guard.