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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1880

Page

4

Wilson and Partners Open Practice in Athens Ohio

Medical listing notes CHAS A. WILSON and associates set up permanent practice in the Mephixe and Pharmacy block opposite the New Court House in Athens Ohio effective January 1. The listing names Drs Lash Wilson Johnson and Wilson as the professional group.

Last M.D Lash & Wilson Sorsto Johnson & Wilson Mephixe & Strcery New Court House Athens Ohio

Ex Governor Cox to speak at City Hall in Athens town

Reports emphasize a large Republican mobilization with Ex Governor Cox at City Hall tonight. The Garfield and Arthur Clubs plan a torch parade Thursday, Sept 30 and gatherings across Athens county mirror national temperance and union defense themes.

Police crack down on town youths after persistent insults

Eleven juvenile offenders were detained Tuesday night after a police raid aimed at stopping a long-standing nuisance of foul language and indecent conduct toward female passers by near the Hocking Valley depot. The article praises the action and hopes for continued enforcement to reduce disturbances.

Hocking Valley Calaboose

Doctor Geo W Blakeley Weds in Guysville

The marriage notice notes Dr Geo W Blakeley of Guysville has married and will establish a home there. It praises his judgment and hints at his successful medical practice and broad social circle.

Geo. W. Blakeley Guysville

Republicans Plan Rally in Bessey for Sept 25 Address

York and Trimble townships will hear Gen James A Hall of Maine at Besse mer on Saturday evening September 25. He is described as a splendid campaigner and the Republicans urge a rousing turnout.

Bessey York Trimble Bessemer James A. Hall Maine Jas. A. Hall

Garfield and Arthur Guards to Parade at Cox Meeting

Three Athens companies of newly uniformed Garfield and Arthur Guards will appear publicly this Thursday evening for Governor Cox's meeting.

Athens Social Notes Highlight Local Visitors and Arrivals

Mrs Coulson of St Louis visits her brother Hon N H Van Vorhes. Col A D Jaynes travels to Athens to visit brother in law James D Brown. Lelia Gould leaves for Beaver PA to head art department at Beaver College. Miss Jennie Sloan to Athens for a visit. Wm Boilean and family relocate from Ames adding to local social circles. Other acquaintances include Miss Develing from Lancaster and Job Randall with wife visiting Ben Randall's home.

Mrs. Coulson St. Louis Hon N. H. van Vorhes Col A. D. Jaynes Athens Jas. D. Brown Col. Jaynes Lelia Gould Beaver, Pa Beaver College Develing Lancaster Job Randall Fort Wayne Indiana Ben. Randall Jennie Sloan Chillicothe Register

Open the Gates as high as the Sky by West endorf

A nostalgic popular song with a cheerful melody and a picture title page priced at 35 cents. Also offered is Good night beloved a Longfellow setting by A Terschak at 30 cents. There is a sacred song There is no river here inspired by Bishop Haven's dying words priced at 30 cents. Published by John Church & Co Cincinnati Ohio with mail order on receipt of payment.

Westendorf Longfellow A. Terschak Bishop Haven John Church & Co Cincinnati

Cane Presentation at 80th O V I Reunion

At Caldwell Noble county last Saturday the 80th O V I Veterans held Antietam anniversary exercises. Major Townsand received a gold headed ebony cane from his serving regimental comrades after he delivered the day’s oration. The moment sparked a heartfelt dance acknowledgment.

O. V. I. Regiment of Veterans Caldwell Noble County Antietam Major Townsand

Farm threshing accident leaves Benjamin McLain severely injured

Benjamin McLain, while threshing on Wm Mills farm in Carthage township on Monday, was caught by a tumbling shaft. He was whirled around several times before the machine could be stopped, suffering multiple broken ribs and serious internal injuries. He was stripped of clothing down to his shoes in the incident. It is hoped his injuries are not fatal.

Benjamin McLain Wm. Mills Carthage Township

Athens Draws Managers as a Popular Amusements Stop

Athens shows growing favor as a stop for managers with eight distinct dramatic and minstrel groups listed as visiting, and a troupe set to appear early next month.

Athens

Grand Republican Rally Dates and Speakers Listed

The notice lists campaign rallies across several towns with dates in late September and early October. Speakers include Gen. James A. Hall of Maine and Hon. J. M. Dalzell, with local officials presiding in Athens Morgan and Washington counties. Citizens urged to attend in Ames Bern Rome and Troy er masse.

Athens Morgan Washington Plymouth James A. Hall Maine J. M. Dalzell Ames Bern Rome Troy Hall

Local Notes from Frost and Surrounding Areas

Rome Items reports Mr. C. D. Smith of Frost attends the Cincinnati Exposition this week while Dr. P. T. Busch builds a dwelling in Frost. Mrs. Hall of Chillicothe is the Smith sister. Timber for Frosts new county bridge has arrived. A Garfield and Arthur Club formed at the stone school house on Tuesday night the 14th with speeches by Busch Russell Dean Finley and Joe Linton. The group plans weekly meetings until after the election. Wm. F. Hedges of Kilvert lies ill with typhoid and has since died on the 18th. B Hays returns from Hot Springs improved. John Johnson and Miss Mary Grubb wed at 8S. S. Beebe’s. Relatives honor Aaron Ogg of Bern on his 29th wedding anniversary with a fine dinner and old fashioned bel ling.

J. D. Cox City Hall Episcopal Athens County Athens Garfield and Arthur Club Ft. Berthold Dakota Wm. Hedges Kilvert Rome Township Jas. A. Miller Governor Cox Garfield Arthur Coolville A. S. Tidd Wm. Bingman, Jr Jas. A. Palmer Secy W. Waterman Latrobe Wim. Bingman James O. Imes L. E. Hunter S. R. Lowry Marshfield Carbondale Emmett Tompkins C. D. Smith Frost P. T. Busch Hall Chillicothe Ohio New County Bridge Stone School House Garfield and Arthur Busch Russell Dean Finley Joseph Linton Wm. F. Hedges Hedges B. Hays Hot Springs Arkansas John Johnson Mary Grubb

Mammoth ad from D Zenner Co promotes dry goods

Read a large advertisement from D Zenner and Co highlighting a headquarters for dry goods clothing carpets boots and shoes. Claims largest assortments and lowest prices guaranteed to attract shoppers.

D. Zenner & Co

Saddles and Prospective Purchase Notice

The undersigned desires to buy a good saddle horse. no. 39-1f. CHAS A WILSON.

Chas, A. Wilson

Grand Cheap Excursion to Chicago and Great West

An 1880 excursion from the Columbus and Hocking Valley Railroad offers a round trip from Athens to Chicago for 8.00 dollars with ten days return validity. Sleeping car can be secured via the station agent. The trip promotes the Chicago Exposition and West visits during a single day event on Wednesday September 29. Train departs Athens at 1 35 P.M. Henry Nelson’s advertises bargains. John P. Dana invites shoppers to Phoenix Block for clothing.

Columbus and Hocking Valley R. R Chicago Athens A. R West Northwest Chicago Exposition

Entrancing millinery and shoe deals in Athens

Ads note Men s heavy hip Boots at $2 from Staley Bro s New Shoe Store and highlight entrancingly lovely trimmed hats at D Zenner Co s. City Hall under C H Winger shows strong business. Nelson s advertises muslins at 8 cents Ynaway and John P Dana Phenix Block touts 20 percent lower boot and shoe prices than rivals.

Staley Bro D. Zenner & Cos D. Zenner & Co Athens John P. Dana Phenix Block Athens County

Spectacular Black Silk Fabrics Display at D Zenner & Co

Athenians can witness an outstanding display of black silk dress fabrics at D Zenner & Co. The showroom features top Foreign and American makes and attractive prices designed to satisfy discerning buyers.

Athens D. Zenner & Co

Henry Nelson Announces Unprecedented Low Prices in Athens

Henry Nelson states he is naming the lowest prices for goods of like quality ever known in Athens. The claim highlights aggressive pricing to attract shoppers and establish a record for value in the local market.

Athens Henry Nelson

Waterman Drug Store Draws Daily Growing Patronage

Purchasers there are gratified by the reasonable prices at F. E. Waterman & Co.'s Drug Store. The prime quality of items and reliable service are widening the store's popular patronage as a well known business center.

F. E. Waterman & Co

Best for the Money Hat Sellers in Athens

Henry Nelson's offers the best hat for the money in Athens with hats at only $1. John P. Dana's Fall and Winter clothing stock in Phoenix Block features a very large, well selected, and cheap assortment. Call and examine for yourselves.

Athens John P. Dana’s Phoenix Block

Boots and hats offered at local stores

Men’s calf pegged boots $2.50 and calf sewed boots $2.60 available at Staley Bros. All styles shown. D Zenner & Co. showcases fall hats for men and boys, featuring the latest headgear styles.

Staley Bro D. Zenner & Co.’s

Campbell McKee Wyatt Harper wedding notices

Campbell McKee wedding at Salina Athens County on Saturday September 1 1880 unites Alex Campbell and Sophronia McKee Rev Harper officiating. Wyatt Harper nuptials in Amesville Ohio as John B Wyatt of Sidney Ohio marries Minnie B Harper with friends from Athens sending congratulations for the couple.

Campbell—Mckee Salina Athens Gant Harper Alex. Campbell Sophronia McKee Wyatt—Harper Ameesville John B. Brown Sid N. Woodruff John B. Wyatt Sidney Minnie B. Harper Amesyve

URETT funeral in Marshfield for 41-year-old cancer victim

In Marshfield on September 25 1880 funeral services were conducted by Rev R C Harper for a man aged 41 years who died from cancer.

Urrett Marshfield R. C. Harper

Sheriff Proclamation from Athens County Ohio 1880

Official notice dated September 9 1880 to October 7 1880 from Sheriff Tim B Warden of Athens County Ohio announcing a public proclamation issued at the Sheriff’s office in Athens. The document records dates and the issuing authority.

Sarah M. Parrill Athens County Ohio Charles W. Goodspeed Tim. B. Warden Athens State OF Ohio Charles Townsend Charles Foster State of Milton Barns Nty

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