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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1880
Page
4
County officials move to new court house quarters
The County Treasurer and Auditor have transferred to their new offices in the new Court House this week. The piece notes fashion trends, local sermons, fairs, train schedules, and various community notices including theater plans and local events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Fall Goods Display At Local Stores In Advance
An advance display of Fall goods appears in several stores. Invoices from leading local houses promise unusually attractive dresses and novelties in furnishing goods and feminine paraphernalia for the coming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saratoga
Long Branch
Affrays at Nelsonville Exempt From Regional Turmoil
Nelsonville remains free from mining region turbulence while Hocking Valley freight to Columbus and north remains heavy. George W Curtis about 63 and formerly of Columbus died suddenly at Pilcher's Furniture Co Saturday morning. Doctors attributed death to heart disease. He left a wife and one son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Hocking Valley
Columbus
Geo. W. Curtis
Late sultry weather halts premature frost predictions
The persistent hot spell has yielded one welcome result by ending the chronic forecaster’s claims of imminent frost that would ruin young corn and disrupt late crops.
Dr. Farquhar to Visit Warren House Next Week
Dr. O C Farquhar will be professionally present at the Warren House on Tuesday and Wednesday September 7 and 8 offering treatment for chronic ailments. The doctor has achieved marked success in this area, drawing interest from those seeking his services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. C. Farquhar
Warren House
Public School Year to Start Next Monday
The article notes schools begin next Monday but suggests the break could extend if the wet weather continues. It mentions parents’ opinions are not stated and emphasizes teachers and students might welcome a longer vacation.
Athens social notes and visiting notables this week
Mrs Seth Fuller of Ross County and Mrs Nellie Daniels of Marietta visit Athens. others from Columbus to Cincinnati and Newark visit friends here. Ed J Kessengers, E R Alderman, Dr A Btéruert G Jones, Dr W R Woodward, Dr Herbert Stimson and family guests mingle with locals as W A Mathews returns. Will Staley to assume Athens store leadership. Col Jefferson B Clayton weighs agricultural return versus hydrocarbon work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seth Fuller
Ross County
Athens Orhee
Nellie Daniels
Marietta
Walker
L. M. Jewett
Columbus
E. R Alderman
Marietta Register
Athens
Abtéruert G. Jones
Jacksonville
Florida
Lindley Jones
W. R. Woodward
Cincinnati
Thos. H. Sheldon
Herbert Stimson
Katie
Newark
Stimson
John Dean
Emma Stimson
W. A. Mathews
Yank
Texas
Kansas
Colorado
St. Louis
Will Staley
Beverly (O
Jefferson B. Clayton
Chess, Carley & Co
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Ohio
Atlantic
Louisville Courier Journal
Dedicatory Programme for New Court House
The dedication ceremony for the new court house is set for Friday evening September 10. The program includes music by the Athens Cornet Band, prayers by Rev J M Nourse, a historical sketch by A B Walker, presentation of the building by Emmett Tompkins, responses by county officials led by L M Jewett, and bench and bar remarks from local dignitaries. Benediction will be offered by Rev M V B Evans with officials Constable and Wardens presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Court House
Athens Cornet Band
J. M. Nourse
A. B. Walker
Emmett Tompkins
L. M. Jewett
S. S. Knowls
Bar
A. G. Brown
John Weir
R. E. Constable
C. H. Grosvenor
Charles Townsend
M. V. B. Evans
R. A. Constable
Tim. B. Warden
Remarkable peach sample from James C. Carr
A sample peach of exceptional size and quality was left at our office by James C. Carr of Alexander township. The fruit’s uniform excellence suggests the variety can be grown domestically with proper care, offering fruit as good as or better than commonly sold varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. C. Carr
Alexander Township
Judge West to Speak at City Hall in Athens Friday
Hon. W. H. West of Bellefontaine will address citizens at the Athens City Hall Friday evening September 17 at 8 o clock. The judge is described as eloquent and effective, promising an entertaining and instructive address for townspeople and country residents alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. D. Barbour
Episcopal Hall
Southern Ohio
Dayton
Judge West
Athens
W. H. West
Bellefontaine
Staley Brothers Open Boston Boot and Shoe Branch
The Messrs Staley Bros of Boston have opened a new boot and shoe store branch in the Blackstone Building here. A broadside advertisement outlining the attractions and offerings will be in next week's issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Staley Bros
Boston
Blackstone
Doctor Tanner's Inaugural Lecture at Booths Theater
Dr Tanner delivers his first lecture at Booths Theater New York next Thursday on What I Know about Fasting. He hints at further study by staying in select Athens boarding houses to deepen his understanding of the subject.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Tanner
Booth’s Theater
New York
Athens
Republican Meetings For Athens County Candidates
Republican candidate for Congress will address voters at six towns in Athens County from September 6 to September 11 7 30 p m each evening. Townships are urged to ensure full turnout and ladies are invited. Crystal Wedding Mr and Mrs John Evener celebrated last Thursday with a large crowd and a generous dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Athens County
John Evener
Evener
West to Address Athens Citizens Friday Evening
Hon. W. H. West of Bellefontaine will speak to an Athens audience on Friday evening September 17 1880. Citizen turnout urged to greet the speaker with a rousing reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. West
Bellefontaine
Athens
Frightful Railroad Crash Near Stewart's Mill
A noon collision occurred Monday near Stewart's mill on the M and C Express striking a wagon driven by Ames township farmer Morris Kerns. The wagon splintered, one horse was shot after severe injuries, Kerns was badly injured and hurled fifty feet, head wounds, facial lacerations, and internal injuries suspected but not confirmed. He was treated at Ames and hospital in town by Dr. A B Frame. skull fracture doubt remains. Poor corn stands along the track hid trains and muffled bells contributing to the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart’s Mill
Morris Kerns
Ames Township
Hooper Ridge
Amesville
Kexas
Edwards
A. B. Frame
Death of Mrs. Dewit Richardson Fills Local Circle with Grief
The community mourns Mrs. Dewit Richardson who died after months of consumption. Rev. J. Riley officiated at her funeral and she rests at the old Baptist Church graveyard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewit Richardson
J. Riley
Woinaeia for the Life of General Garfield
A historical work by Hon A G Riddle titled Woinaeia appears published by Tyler Co Chicago listing an address on We St Chicago Illinois. The fragment notes the standard work format and authorial attribution to General Garfield’s life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield
A. G. Riddle
Tyler € Co
Chicago, Il
Noa-W
Zenner & Co Offer Wide Fall Stock of Men and Boys Wear
D Zenner Co presents a vast fall clothing stock surpassing previous seasons with diverse styles and descriptions of garments for men and boys. The article urges readers to visit their house to view the large invoices and take advantage of the well stocked department for purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co
Anl
Gent’s furnishing novelties at Bunnemeyers’ season sale
The opening season brings many choice Gent’s furnishing goods with full representations shown in invoices. These items will be offered during the season at very reasonable advance of cost prices by Bunnemeyers’ merchant tailoring house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gent
Bunnemeyers
Advance Fall Arrivals at D Zenner Co and Staley Bros
Our lady readers will find attractive novelties in the advance Fall stock at D Zenner Co with John Friday as purchasing agent reporting an unusually large assortment of Mil linery Dress and Fancy Goods Notions for the coming season Call and examine Men's best hip boots warranted not to rip offered at 62 60 at Staley Bros New Shoe Store
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co
John Friday
Staley Bro
Sealed bids sought for eating house permit at fair grounds
The Athens County Agricultural Fair board offers the privilege to operate a boarding stand on fair grounds. Bids are due September 1 at 2 o'clock p.m. at the Adams Express office in Athens. J. B. Allen, Secretary, Board of Directors. September 2, 1880.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Adams Express
Athens
J. B. Allen
Sec’y Board of Directors
Calf Hoots Men’s Fine Shoes At Staley Bro’s
An advertisement notes men’s fine sewed Calf Hoots priced at 275 dollars offered by Staley Brothers New Shoe Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Men’s
Staley Bro
Boots and Shoes dealer promotes new style dark shade prints
The note advertises elegance and economy in footwear from Kearn, a boot and shoe maker. It also claims John P. Dana of Phoenix Block has the eatin line of new style dark shade prints to be found in Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ever Kearn
John P. Dana
Phoenix Block
Eatin
Athens
Boots and Shoes by Peter Kern Promises quality and style
After twenty five years in boot manufacture and sale Peter Kern presents himself as a practical boot maker. He pledges to please customers in style quality and price with prompt neat repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Kern
John P. Dana’s Premarket Fall Suit Prices
It is advised to call and price clothing at John P. Dana's in the Phoenix Block before purchasing a new fall suit. Stock is full and prices are very low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Dana’s
Phoenix Block
Paraneutn
Men battle Plow Shoes at Staley Bros Black Stone Building
A brief notice notes a sale of Men’s beat Plow Shoes priced at $100. Location listed as Staley Brothers in the Black Stone Building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staley Bro.’s
Blackstone’s
Incomplete note hints at purchases and locations
Fragments mention Dry or Hine Sal and a place called Phoenix lock and a person named John Dana. The text suggests making purchases or obtaining items at specific locations before buying. The fragmentary source implies a shopping or procurement context without clear details or actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix Lock
Black and Colored Laundromat Movement Progress
A fragmented notice discusses race based access to laundry facilities, noting delays in achieving full integration and ongoing tensions between Black and Colored communities seeking equal service. The piece hints at municipal reluctance and community organizer efforts without detailing outcomes.
Biere Blackstone Faced Questions Amid Aseck Probe
A terse note mentions Biere and Blackstone amid a probe involving asteck and lew Now since, with limited readable details and no discernible outcome or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kapgoet Asteck
Lew
Biere, Blackstone's
Black Silks at the Grand Depot
Just opened 500 yards of Black Silk at 1.10 per yard warranted all pure Silk and positively worth 1.50 at Grand Depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Depot
Incomparable Fall Dress Goods Advertised at John P Store
Fragmentary note praises new line of Ladies ready to wear dress goods at John P in Phoenix Block claiming unmatched style and quality. Readers are invited to view the display as the store asserts its longstanding high standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P, Paratis Phoenix Block
Sim Od Pelos
Hats for Gents and Children Exhibit at Grand Depot
Exhibition at the Grand Depot features new Fall styles for men and children. See the latest hats in a display inviting shoppers to view and purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Depot
Immense Arrivals in Footwear at D Zenner & Co
An avalanche of Boots and Shoes for all ages and both sexes arrives at D Zenner & Co. Opportunity to save on milling and merit items at lower figures, with a prompt display of new stock to attract customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
D. Zenner & Co
Merchant tail or unveils fall trade invoices
A fragmentary notice describes a merchant displaying attractive fall trade invoices intended for the East and other regions. The text notes items to be made up and prepared for sale, with emphasis on appealing assortments and points of distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cottessaahin Ued
Staley Bros New Shoe Store Opens in Athens
Staley Bros announces a new shoe store at Blackstone's Building Main St Athens offering a large stock of shoes and beets at cash prices. They claim to own and buy for three first class shoe stores and buy direct from Eastern factories to undercut competitors. They invite customers to inspect the stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackstone’s
Main St
Athens
Athens County
Aley Blackstone
Remarkable Closeout Bargains From D Zenner Co and More Hats
Rare opportunity for immense bar gains as D Zenner Co closes out seasonable invoices and other desirable lines at or below cost. John P Dana in Phoenix Block opens extensive men and boys hats at low prices. Save 25 to 50 cents per item at the Grand Depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co
John P. Dana
Phoenix Block
Grand Depot
Athens County Fair to Limit Free Passes for Admissions
A resolution by the Agricultural Association Board states no free passes will be issued for the upcoming Athens County Fair. Each ticket will admit only one person. signed by J. B. Allen, Secretary, dated Sept 2, 1880. Nelson & Son announce dissolution of partnership with Henry Nelson to take over sole proprietorship. Auction of stock offered to make way for new Fall goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Agricultural Association
Athens County
J. B. Allen
Perm. Nelson & Son
Jun
Henry Nelson
Parsons
Fall head gear styles debut at D Zenner & Co
Novelties in head gear showcase handsome new hats and caps for men and boys as fall arrives. D Zenner & Co. emphasizes their arrivals as the premier place to shop for seasonable head wear this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Zenner & Co
Henry Nelson Announces Discount on Ladies Gaiters
Henry Nelson offers a reduced price on ladies gaiters from two dollars to one dollar twenty five cents, effective immediately. The sale highlights a deeper discount program for seasonal accessories.
Limited Bleached Muslin Sale at Grand Depot
Bleached muslin at 9 cents per yard, equal to Wamsutta at 13 cents, with only a limited quantity remaining. Call at once and secure a bolt at the Grand Depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Depot
Visit Grand Depot for Cashmere Dresses and Wool
Do not miss the Grand Depot to buy Cashmere dresses. Save money with all wool Cashmeres priced from 40 cents to 1.20 dollars per yard. Over 100 pieces available to choose from.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Depot
Fifty Per Cent Below in Ladies Dress Goods Sale
Fifty per cent reduction applied to all ladies dress goods across a wide range of styles and fabrics. Prices marked well below current ruling levels, inviting shoppers to take advantage of substantial savings on new season selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Nelson’s
Jewish New Year Closure Notice for M Selig & Co
On Monday next September 6th the Jewish New Year begins and M Selig and Co advises that its stores will be closed on that day for the holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. ‘Selig & Co
Valuable Hecking Farm For Sale Near Athens
One mile below Athens a valuable farm with acres of hill land, a large brick house and new barn. Well watered t class land with a good orchard and a school on the property. A reputable place offered under favorable terms. Apply for particulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Celebrated Liver Pills Promote Health Despite Warnings
A historic medical notice touts Dr Isaac Scott's Liver Pills as a cure for various diseases afflicting children. It claims dramatic relief from digestion and breathing issues and asserts widespread pharmacist availability. The ad lists dates in July 1880 and promotes the remedy as a universal cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Scott
Tie Chine
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