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14 Oct 1897
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Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1897
Page
1
Fragmentary note hints at arts and music scene
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Rebuttal by Grosvenor Forges Ohio Mining Debate
A large Somerset audience heard President Ratchford and Grosvenor defend the McKinley tariff record and contrast Democratic repeal with Wilson tariff changes. The argument linked coal wage reductions to tariff shifts, citing UMWA president statements and regional mining wage trends, while denouncing Democratic votes as causing starving conditions for miners and wool growers.
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Road Improvement Proposal Targets Athens County
Athens voters are urged to approve one road measure funding construction and repair of public highways under the general road law. The plan would empower three road overseers to manage work and issue bonds via county taxes, aiming to fund pikes and main street pages. Officials promise clarity before the election and invite questions from residents.
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Enthusiastic Republican Meeting in Athens Friday Night
The first Republican campaign gathering in Athens Friday evening featured Senator John J. Green of Cleveland and Major Charles Tregasend as speakers. Major LM. Duwett chaired, with Athens Concert Band and Elijah Williams providing music. Green spoke for about twenty minutes, delivering a forceful, well received address amid sustained applause and strong Republican enthusiasm. The event drew one of the largest crowds seen in Athens for a state campaign meeting.
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Charles Tregasend
John J. Green
Cleveland
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Johnston Promoted To Traveling Passenger And Freight Agent
AGENT JOHNSTON promoted to traveling passenger and freight agent for the Springfield division with a raise in salary. He will assume duties November 1 and depart for Springfield. Colleagues praise his courtesy and efficiency as he leaves for new duties amid congratulations. The next W. O. Y. U. meeting is set for October 14 at the Presbyterian church with solo performances and music by a quartet.
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Donnelly's costly drive ends with jail time in Athens
James Donnelly of Nelsonville hired a horse and buggy to Glouster, got drunk near Jacksonville, and returned the animal exhausted by the journey. He pleaded guilty and received sixty days in the county jail. Nearby, Ohio University news notes social events and campus activities. An advertisement promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial as a remedy for indigestion.
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Athens
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Southern Oil and Gas Company incorporated in West Virginia
Papers of incorporation issued Friday by the secretary of state of West Virginia for the Southern Oil and Gas Company formed to drill for gas and oil in the mountain state. Incorporators include Jesse Finsterwald A O Whaley S M Hudson J Elis and Charles Grima. Also notes about teachers at September examination and various local notices and advertisements mentioning deafness cures, a cane gift, and Magic Dyes from Clites Pharmacy.
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Southern Oil and Gas Company
Athens
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S. M. Hudson
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Dem rally derided as a circus of rhetoric in Gordes hall
A chaotic campaign meeting in Gordes hall featured Anius Dilchar delivering a blurred phonograph of eloquence while Allen O. Myers blasted negro suffrage, calling Black voters ignoramuses and predicting white control. The event ended with Myers hurling racial slurs and mocking allies, highlighting deep party tensions.
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Opera Boom Gallery Inspector Reports Safe Build
Inspector John Testiger examines plans for the opera gallery in Zanesville. He says the building and gallery are perfectly safe with solid framing and proper ventilation, noting specific structural details and wall supports. Public notices and local ads follow, including remedies and products for health and household needs.
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Water works question moves to November vote
Grosbeck residents may decide on municipal water works at the November election. A special city council session noted public support has grown since a summer defeat and the system would be owned by the town. Fire protection concerns and funding were cited as reasons to pursue the project.
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