Protracted illness claims a wife and local thefts reported
News brief from town includes the death of Mrs. William L. Kirk after a long illness, a Grand Jury gathering hosted by Sheriff Allen at the Straub House, charitable efforts for the West’s destitute, business changes at Henry Wallace's carpet store, and multiple local incidents. A thief raided the Stengel residence, stealing jewelry and an heirloom, while a German man was fatally struck by a Chicago express train near Connersville. County business notes list bills paid and officers updated.
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E. Kos
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Grand Jury report and indictments in Butler County Ohio
The Grand Jury submits a January 26 1875 report by Judge Alexander F. Sume noting 44 complaints examined 17 witnesses 2 indictments found and jail condition visited. They commend Sheriff Allen Prosecuting Attorney Wattandigham and Wim Spencer and recommend three youths aged 12 13 be sent to Reform Farm. An indictments list follows including names: Henry Renkz sen Henry Rennz Joseph McMahon Charles Bosan Francis B Martin and others. Council actions include printing bids for city blanks posters and a water shutoff order. A fire partly destroys the Hamilton Meeting House and church groups offer thanks and aid. A divorce filing by Harriet Longfellow against John J. Longfellow is noted.
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Alexander F. Sume
Court of Common Pleas
Butler
State of
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Bey
William A H. Allen
Janes L. Wattandigham
Wim. Spencer
Reform Farm
John Peters
Clayton Hammond
George W. Daugherty
Samuel Gillespie
Hamilton
Henry Renkz
Henry Rennz
Joseph McMahon
Charles Bosan
Charles Kessling
Francis B. Martin
Henry Brinkman
Isaac Bebclough
Wm. Hughes
Ilenry Brinkman
Isaac Bearclough
Jasper Clarris
John Strather
Charles Springer
James Reagan
John Wilson
John Booss
Thomas McClellan
Cocxert
Prockertyes
Fred. Schliep
Committee On Printing
Tamilton
Ream
Second Street
Basin
Taidlow
Chick
Todd S. Reeder
Yo Alcl AL
M. EL Church
Presbyterian Church
Rebuildheath
F. P. Stewart
Clery
Tan
Court judgments and building association rulings summary
In Common Pleas Court on Wednesday Grover and Baker Sewing Machine Co vs Wim A Weidner awarded $168.00 to plaintiff. Robert Harper vs Henry Kellen awarded one cent to plaintiff and possession. Dollie Keen vs James Keen awarded verdict for defendant on defamation damages. John Shirer vs Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton Railroad Co awarded $135.25 to plaintiff. Judge Hume Friday ruled on building association cases West Hamilton Loan and Building Assoc vs John Ablies and Jacob Meier, upholding demurrers and affirming association rights to collect premiums under mortgages. overpayments not recoverable, equity will not nullify mortgage terms without just cause.
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Grover & Baker Sewing Machine Company
Wim. A. Weidner
Robert Harper
Henry Kellen
Dollie Keen
James Keen
Jackson Kiley
John Shirer
Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton Railroad Company
Hume
West Hamilton Loan and Building Association
John Ablies
Jacob Meier
Slume
Butler County Teachers Meet at High School for Program
The Butler County Teachers Association gathered at the High School last Saturday. Prof Meyder directed a creditable musical portion with Miss Long and Prof Meyder performing the piano duet. Miss Kessling sang a sweet solo Love's Greeting. Various papers and demonstrations on teaching methods sparked lively discussion led by Supt Sharkey of Monroe with support from Supt Pollok of Camden. Miss Enna Sweet and Miss Lissa Daugherty gave readings to applause from the audience.
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Butler County Teachers’ Association
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Miss Long
Miss Kessling
Sharkey
Pollok
Tie
Eve
Enna Sweet
Miss McBride
Lissa Daugherty
Shamus O'Brien
Miss Daugherty
Moral training in schools and spelling contest at meeting
Prof B Starr urged more emphasis on morals in child training within schools. Supt Ellis argued against map driving in geography and urged greater focus on the subject. A spelling match drew twenty competitors led by Miss Rose Hamilton who won with 85, Miss Potter and Supt Ellis followed. Next meeting set for February fourth Saturday with winner pick words for the next trial. DuRance News of the Week notes Italian Parliament, Bristow injury, Kalakaua death, shipping damage, Faraday repairs, Vicksburg sheriff issue, bullion shipments, Harnett killer date, Utah avalanche bodies, and Bank of England activity. (Note: OCR fragment contains broken text. readable items summarized.)
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Seven Mile
Laree
L.ilis
Durance
Large contract for 3000 weighing scales awarded to Fairbanks Morse
A major contract for over 3000 weighing scales has been awarded to Fairbanks Morse & Co. by the United States Government to meet a new postal law. The firm boasts vast facilities and promises value for taxpayers. The announcement emphasizes enduring global recognition for the company's name.
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Fairbanks, Morse & Co
United States
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