Oxford Historical Society Meeting Highlights Local Roots
The Oxford Town and Township Historical Society met at Miss Adelia Cone’s South College avenue home. Topics covered included the Hanock family origins, a 1812 runaways warrant, early Masonic and Knights of Pythias gatherings, a public sale, and plans for a three day musical festival in May by the Choral Union and University Symphony Orchestra.
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McGonigie
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Mary E. Geewnan
Tntler Heanty
Mass
Charles Temple
W. Y. O'Neal
Butler County
James Meltride
Ben-jamin Berry
Kentucky
Welson Schultz
Knights of Pything
Elweet Falra
Tda Nesselhaut McAvoy
Ginginwall
Kate Miller
Pilgeira
Engar Stillman Kel
Choral Union
University Symphony Orchestra
Grilsts
Benton Aiditorium
Oras Amounes
Mrs Fallon Died After Illness at Oxford Farm Near College Corner
Mrs Fallon wife of William Fallon died Wednesday at their residence near College Corner after a brief illness. Survived by widower, one daughter Anna Margaret, one nephew Francis Walch, and sister Mrs Patrick Hughes of North Canton. Funeral plans to be announced. License issued in Covington Ky for Eugene Sonk and Lillian McCinffney. Dr Edwin S Todd of Miami University to speak at Ohio Chamber of Commerce meeting in Columbus October. First rehearsal of Oxford Choral Union set for October 10 to perform Elijah with Miami University.
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Oxford Notes
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Weat
Virginia
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Brown
Miami University
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Walker
Charles L. Hesterterg
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Jtawanda
Worth
New Ortegas
John Robertson
Minnie G. Robertson
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Oxford
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William Balton
Olalock
College Corner
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Francis Walch
Patrick Hughes
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Covington
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Lillian McCinffney
Edwin Todd
Edwin S. Todd
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Afiami Universality
Ohio Chamber of Commerce
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Taft Addresses Service Clubs On Y M C A Values
Taft speaks to service clubs about the Y as a self supporting social and religious movement. He emphasizes Bible study, character building, and personal growth through trials. He contrasts recreation with lasting moral aims and links YMCA to broader county government topics.
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Obedele
County government reform debate in Butler County
Local discussion argues for a county charter to consolidate offices and reduce waste. Speakers cite eleven current county officials, duplication of work between treasurer and auditor, and a 100 percent rise in clerk hire from 1920 to 1930. A proposed amendment would allow counties to adopt their own charter form.
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Butler County
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Taft
G O P Announces Radio Campaign Across Nation
The Republican National Committee announced plans for a major national radio drive to promote the Hoover administration. The campaign includes a broadcast featuring Calvin Coolidge on October 41 at 8 30 pm EST and a Hoover address to women listeners, with nationwide reach and remarks from Des Moines radio fans.
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President urged to extend tour through the West
Along the route home supporters urged President Hoover to widen his campaign trip. He planned further stops and photos with the train crew as aides and friends pressed for more speeches. Some urged a California swing to align with that region’s dry stance.
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California
Bankers Elect Officers Amid Insolvency Tussle Notes
Frania H. Sisson of New York was named president to succeed Harry J. Hass of Philadelphia. Frank Mf. Law of Houston was elected first vice president and Rudolph S. Hecht of New Orleans was named second vice president. Inland sea island lore referenced.
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New York
Harry J. Hass
Philadelphia
Frank Mf. Law
Houston
Rudolph S. Hecht
New Orleans
Sea
Caroline Coast
Inquiry Continues Into Street Car Crash Investigations
Coroner Edwani Cook continues to probe a street car crash where the rear meter dropped from its position and the engine was backing from the curb. The accident may have fatal outcomes, with police clearing the freight train crew of responsibility. The damaged car, a relic from 1920s service in Hamilton, is slated for junk as investigators seek safety assurances and record witness names for officers.
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Phureday
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Winton Place
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Moore
Tramilton
Baltimore and
Ohio
Mark Collins
Gineinnati
Wake Erie
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Hoover Campaign Dynamic Shifts in New York Race
The piece analyzes national and New York state campaign dynamics for Hoover and the Democrats. Donovan leads in New York governor race with strong cross‑section support, while Lehman and Smith anchor the Democratic ticket. Hoover seeks to reverse a tightening trend, aiming to energize supporters and tilt the race against expected Democratic landslide.
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Roosevelt
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Iowa
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Texas
Virginia
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SEEK WARRANT FOR INSULL'S RETURN
The article reports that Mr. Tayall planned to leave Canada yesterday but returned to Ocilla upon learning his movements were publicized. An assistant state's attorney notes he was very independent and would not cooperate, shaking his head to questions and refusing to sign any understanding. After a conference with Ontario officials, Hampton would decide whether to go to Barrie to file procedure or stay to pursue Fontana efforts to exterminate Insull's maneuvers.
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Gas theft leads to further trouble in local arrests
Corcoran and Coakley, both 18, and Paul Connell, 17, held to grand jury on auto theft charges with bonds of 1500 and 1000 dollars respectively. Thomin identified the stolen car. Corcoran and Coakley face breaking and entering charges. Corcoran used aliases James Messner. police note mixups with a James Messner from another address.
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Hamilton
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South Firth Street
Hamilton Transport Debate Advocates Fair Access
RENTSCHLER argues for fair street transportation in Hamilton, criticizing bus competition, outdated equipment, and routing that harms streetcars. He urges clearer public understanding, noting local lines are city controlled while others are state or national franchisees, urging a reevaluation of the transit franchise.
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Hamilton
Ify Street Transportation
Interurban Freight Franchise Debate in 1932 Letter
A 1932 letter discusses franchise hurdles for the C and L E interurban freight service. The writer urges removal of freight service through the city center and argues for a franchise grant to help local business compete, noting unfair competition and economic hardship. The piece reflects editorial alignment with Hamilton interests while favoring a public franchise solution.
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Inspection Night Draws Hamilton Lodge in Lebanon
Members of Hamilton lodge No. 17 met at the Dat Bellow temple on South Third street in Lebanon for inspection night. Despite many attending, the regular meeting still saw a good turnout as routine business was transacted.
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Probe by State Milk Board Suggest Probe by State Milk Board
A Cincinnati Milk Exchange meeting discussed opening an inquiry by the State Milk Commission into fluid milk conditions in Butler County and Southern Ohio. The talks covered milk and dairy industry conditions, farm prices for milk and cream, and price differences between retailers and chain stores, amid interest from allied interests.
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Butler Comity
Formera
Furclah
Eychange
Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce
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State Milk Commission
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Milk Exchange
Ohio
Abandonment Threat Ends Michigan Toledo Line Bid
The long discussed Michigan Toledo railway abandonment appears near after a failure to renew the Montor branch. Interurbans plan to transport passengers to Toledo and Detroit via junction routes. AJ H. Cody notes the main obstacle is the old line's renewal failure and council orders to remove tracks at Hayward Street. Hayward reports auto theft attempt as well. Police say Gilbert Hayward’s car was targeted Wednesday night, the second such incident in two weeks, with crimes concentrated near coalfields.
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Genuine Bayer Aspirin Promises Instant Pain Relief
An ad touts Bayer laboratories developing a rapid dissolving aspirin. It claims immediate relief from headaches neuralgia and rheumatic pain, with the product dissolving quickly in the stomach. The copy urges buyers to ensure authenticity by checking for the genuine Bayer Aspirin labeling and Bayer stamped on every tablet.
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