Reads and Notices From Athens and Surrounding Areas
Local notices cover a jewelry shop listing in Athens, coal and flour prices, and advertisements for Eclipse Livery Stable in Jackson. Community updates mention the Ohio Conference of the M E Church meeting in Portsmouth, lectures by President Scott, and stock holdings in Hocking Valley railway. Items note people visiting, moving to Princeton Theological Seminary, and a morir in Knox county Missouri.
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David Edgar
Athens
Eclipse
Jackson
Ohio
The
M. E. Church
Portsmouth
Scott
Teachers’ Institute
Perry County
Hocking Valley Railway
Columbus
Ohio University
McArthur
Young Harry Selby Improves After Depot Accident
Little Harry Selby, run over near the depot last Wednesday, had his right leg amputated below the knee but is doing better than expected, though he remains permanently maimed. The report urges an end to boys boarding slow trains and asks parents to guard against the dangerous habit.
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Harry Selby
Lash
Survivors of Athens Settlement Recall Early Pioneers
Our venerable townsmen Mr John Perkins and Uncle Hull Foster are the sole two survivors among Athens earliest settlers. They witnessed the town’s transformation from first tents to its current streets and structures, and despite advanced years their vigor offers hope they may see further local changes before they are missed.
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John Perkins
Hull Foster
Athens
M. & C. railroad half fare to Cincinnati during Exposition
The M. and C. railroad offers half fare round trip tickets to Cincinnati from any main line or branch during the Industrial Exposition. The notice praises the management under Major W. W. Peabody and urges farmers to support the County Fair despite an unfavorable season and floods to maintain high standards of past exhibitions.
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M. & C. Railroad
Cincinnati
W. W. Peabody
Address by Hon. L. Danford at Nelsonville on the 16th
Citizens of York township and surrounding county are invited to hear Hon. L. Danford speak at Nelsonville on Thursday the 16th. Danford is described as a witty eloquent and convincing speaker and attendees are promised ample compensation for any inconvenience.
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York Township
L. Danford
Nelsonville
Danford
Williams Returns as Superintendent at Deanville Rally
Major Williams, former head of the New York and Ohio Coal Company's Deanville works, resumed his post after a welcome home ovation. Neighbors gathered in Nelsonville area to greet his return, signaling broad support and satisfaction among the community.
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Major Williams
New York & Ohio Coal Co
Deanville
Nelsonville
Freight car demand rises on M. and C. R. R.
Business on the M. and C. R. R. grows quickly as a exchange cites two orders to Superintendent Peabody for 80 empty cars and 500 from the O. and M. R. R. and 300 from the I. C. and L. R. These cars will return filled with grain and produce for shipment east over the line.
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Peabody
Sabbath School Celebration and Basket Picnic at New England
A Sabbath School Celebration and Basket Picnic will be held at New England on September 11 beginning at 10 A. M. Good speakers and vocal and instrumental music will enliven the event. An invitation is extended to all friends of the cause and a good time is anticipated.
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Factory Chapel
New England
Gabriel jocund on recovery after minor fracture
George Gabriel, previously cited for injuries, is again able to be out as the fracture proves slight and no fear remains for full recovery. Beaman asserts self defense and expresses deep regret over the incident.
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George Gabriel
Beaman
Vague talk on county voters and festive cotillion remarks
The article notes informal remarks about Republican voter numbers in the county with no specifics. It also reports the cotillion at Guysville Masonic Hall on Friday night as highly enjoyable with orderly, sustained merriment amid ongoing trouble.
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Guysville Masonic Hall
Republican Rally Draws 700 at Mineral City Grove
A Mineral City Republican rally drew at least seven hundred attendees in a grove north of the railroad. Hon. H. C. Jones of Vinton chaired the meeting and introduced speakers including Hon. H. S. Bundy Gen. Young General Grosvenor and Mr. Eggleston who urged party loyalty and restoring credit and schools.
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Mineral City
H. C. Jones
Vinton
Bundy
Athens
Gen. Young
Grosvenor
Eggleston
Hayes' Club Organized in Athens City Hall
A Hayes' Club was formed in Athens at the City Hall on Saturday evening. Col. W. S. Wilson was elected President and T. B. Warden Secretary. Speeches by Gen. Young and Judge Welch urged Republican enrollment and active organization through Hayes' Clubs. A meeting with Maj. Chas. Townsend was announced for Saturday evening, inviting all citizens especially ladies.
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Hayes’ Club
Athens
Col. W. S. Wilson
T. B. Warden
Gen. Young
Judge Welch
Hayes’ Clubs
City
Maj. Chas. Townsend
Frightful threshing accident ends in amputation
Frank H. Sherwood, while aiding a threshing crew near New England on Tuesday, lost part of his leg when a stepping board displaced and entangled his foot in the machine. Dr. Lash performed the operation, and the injured youth rests with his Richmonddale, Ross County, parents nearby.
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Frank H. Sherwood
Jno. M. Grosvenor
New England
Lash
Richmondale
Ross County
Bard Dewees Faces Court Over Assault
The noted poet known as the Bard of Hocking named Dewees was assaulted by his own brother. He was mulched in the justice court of a nearby township and faces 35 in costs.
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Hocking
Boy cut on hand by axe on Angel Ridge
A two and a half year old boy, son of Mr Mulligan, on Angel Ridge southeast of town, was playing with brothers when an axe cut the back of his hand. Doctors initially feared amputation. the injury will likely cause loss of use of several fingers due to tendon damage.
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Mr. Mulligan
Angel Ridge
Ciorslene
High grade school opens in Guysville under Rev Pilcher
A select high grade school was opened in Guysville on Monday under the supervision of Rev. J. N. Pilcher, noted for his successful teaching record.
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Guysville
J. N. Pilcher
United States Hotel Leads Columbus Guest Roll
The United States Hotel in Columbus continues to lead the city hotels in its guest roll, with mine host L. Steenrod at the helm.
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United States Hotel
Columbus
L. Steenrod
Regional fruit shortage raises pumpkin canning quality
The region faces a fruit famine that will influence canning pumpkin quality this winter. Producers expect tighter supplies and higher standards as storages prepare for seasonal demand.
Harvest Home Picnic draws Coolville residents anew
The Harvest Home Picnic at Newbury on September 2 draws citizens with the event praised as enjoyable. Also notes Rev. T W Haskins led Episcopal service at the M E Church, and residents like Miss Ella Knowles and Dr J A Frame move or return to new locales and duties.
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Newbury
T. W. Haskins
M. E
Seremon
Green Point
J. R. Spencer
Pittsburg
Hockingport
Stewart Devore
Kentucky
J. J. M. Suitt
Auld Lang Syne
Ella Knowles
W. L. van Horn
West Va
J. A. Frame
Waverly
Pike County
Republican Meetings to Hear Noted Speakers Across Districts
Readers are urged to attend a series of Republican meetings featuring Major Blackburn Hon T A Plants Hon H S Bundy Hon E A Stone Maj Townsend Col Van Vorhes Captain Keller Maj Jewett and Gen Grosvenor. The sessions promise clear discussions on political questions and aim to inform voters about Republican principles and policy beyond party lines.
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Major Blackburn
T. A. Plants
H.S. Bundy
E. A. Stone
Maj. Townsend
Col
van Vorhes
Captain Keller
Maj. Jewett
Gen. Grosvenor
Republican Party
Subscribers Respond to Messenger Reprint Drive
A recent call for copies of THE MESSENGER for our files brought in a flood of the desired issue from all county sections. The surge proves advertising power and subscriber loyalty, as many extras were credited to those who added the issue to their subscription.
Golden Wins Bid for County Fair Restaurant Stand
Mrs K K Golden was the successful bidder on last Saturday for the privilege of the Restaurant Stand on our County Fair Ground during the coming exhibition. Visitors to the Fair may hence rely on being served with everything palatably desirable which the market and season render attainable.
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K. K. Golden
D. Zenner & Co. Ad Pages Highlight Bargains
Readers are urged to see the 8th page for the new advertisement from D. Zenner & Co. They advertise extraordinary bargains and special cuts.
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D. Zenner & Co
Fire destroys Dixon dwelling in Alexander township
The home of Henry A. Dixon in central Alexander township burned to ashes last Saturday night. Insurance coverage was with the American Insurance Company of Chicago.
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Henry A. Dixon
Alexander Township
American of
Chicago
Seligs close out vast stock of fall and winter clothing
The Seligs offer an immense stock of clothing at prices lower than ever, purchased for cash at an assignee's sale of a large New York City jobbing house. Garments are suitable in style and texture for fall and winter wear and were recently manufactured from selected material. A great opportunity for those needing clothing in the coming season.
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New York City
Boots at reduced price aid farmers after flood in Athens
Morse and Walker announce a large stock of French Kip boots in Athens offered at a reduced price to help farmers, even if their crops were damaged by the flood.
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Morse & Walker
Athens
Boots for sale at Morse and Walkers
Heavy whole stock boots are selling for four dollars a pair at Morse and Walkers opposite the Court House.
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Morse & Walkers
Court House
Zenner & Co. Prepares Large Fall Stock for Athens Market
John Friday of Zenner & Co. departs Athens to buy early Fall inventories in the East. The firm plans unusually heavy purchases to meet anticipated booming local trade and a shift in fashion, with Friday spending much of the Fall at major import centers to secure favorable goods for patrons.
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John Friday
Zenner & Co
Athens
Prime goods and Low Prices draw shoppers to Arm itage and Davis
Yet additional arrivals of fresh in voices have added to the stock at Arm itage and Davis, whose large trade stems from their motto prime goods and low prices. Housekeepers are invited to establish relations with this liberal firm, located first door around the corner of Mr Potter's building.
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Armitage & Davis
Mrs. Lee township praises Brown & Stedman teas in Athens
This week Mrs. Lee township expressed gratitude for THE MESSENGER guiding her to Brown & Stedman's for trial purchases of teas. She and many other consumers affirm the firm offers the best and cheapest teas in Athens.
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Lee Township
Brown & Stedman’s
Athens
Zenner & Co Offers Fall Dress Goods at Cost Prices
Ladies promised rich husbands by gypsy fortune tellers are urged to save by buying Fall dress goods at cost prices now offered by Zenner & Co. The notice appeals to shoppers in town and country to shop for affordable attire.
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Zenner & Co’s
Bakery expands as customers praise Bardon Pleeger bread
Bardon and Pleeger announce larger operations at their new bakery opposite the War ren House. They claim customers recognize the loaf quality and that recent flour price increases have not reduced loaf size.
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Messrs. Bardon & Pleeger
Warren House
County Fair Entrance Open For Exhibition Visitors
County officials announce the northern entrance to the fair ground will stay open during the exhibition. Visitors will have convenient access to Dan's Dining Hall at Hocking Valley depot where all items in the eating line will be available in order with Big Dinners as a specialty.
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County Fair Ground
Hocking Valley Depot
My Maryland Peaches Featured by Harvey Roach & Bros
The largest and soundest peaches at our market are from My Maryland. Harvey Roach & Bros. advertise the season offering the best and cheapest peaches and other choice fruits from favored districts during the season.
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Maryland
Harvey Roach & Bros
Pickering & Son's Teas Offer Better Prices
Lost-money by those who have not yet seized the standing chance to save 25 to 40 percent on tea by buying at Pickering & Son's.
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Pickering & Son's
Oatmeal Recommended by Medical Profession Sold at Local Store
As a sanitary diet during the seasons oats meal is universally recommended by the medical profession. A pure article can be had cheap at Donnan and Pickering’s Drug Store.
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Donnan & Pickering’s
Selig & Co. Hats Highlight Novel Styles for Fall
A large varied display at Selig and Co. showcases fall hats for gentle and young wearers. The assortment emphasizes new styles and materials, offering a broad selection for gentlemen and boys.
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Selig & Co
Ogelsby and Keifer to Speak at Coolville Patriot Meeting
In Coolville on September 11 1875 the Republican Central Committee announces Gen Richard J Oglesby and Gen J Warren Keifer will speak. Half fare and special trains offered. Citizens urged to attend with flags and music as Meigs and Washington counties join for Hays and his platform of honest money and free schools.
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Republican Central Committee
Richard J. Oglesby
Meigs
Washington
Hays
Republican meeting schedule announced by Central Committee
The Central Committee releases a long list of Republican campaign meetings across many towns from September 4 to September 28 with speakers Grosvenor Jewett Stone Townsend Blackburn Plants Bundy Van Vorhes Keller and others. It urges township circulation and full preparation and notes substitutes if speakers cannot attend.
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Central Committee
Bishopville
Stone
Townsend
Shade
Pleasanton
Grosvenor
Lee Town House
Jewett
Chauncey
Nelsonville
Lorenzo Danford
Belmont County
Marshfield
C. H. Blackburn
Cincinnati
Maj. Townsend
Poston Meeting House
van Vorhes
Guysville
Blackburn
Lookout School House
Lee Township
Millfield
E, H. Moore
Ch'm
L. M. Jewert
See’y
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Loocan Math
N22-Ly
M. Lash
M.D
Drs. Johnson & Wilson
Medicine & Surgery
Main Street
Episcopal Mite Society
R. E. Constable
Oscar Kurtz
N. H. van Vorhes
Kate
Grace Hoyt
Rob
Frank O. Ballard
Princeton
New Jersey
Princeton College
Chas. C. Pickering
New Philadelphia
J. W. Griffith
Coolville
Roseville
Muskingum County
Frank W. Brown
Ben. Brown
Provident Life Assurance Society
Will Minton
Joseph
Hocking Valley Road
John Golden
Mayor Golden
Edina
Knox County
Missouri
Mayes’ Club
Illinois
U. S
Congress
J. Warren Keifer
Blackburn and Grosvenor
Jerseyville
Albany
T. A
Concord Church
Amesto
Grosvenor and
Plants
Cannon ‘Town Cor
Blackburn and
Amesville
Hon
Oxford
Hon T. A
Salina
Union Church
Rome
Stewart
Woodyard Church
A. R. Keller
Lancaster
Hibbardsville
M. Keller
W. H. Scerr
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