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Newspaper
Hamilton Telegraph
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic scene unfolds as a gang robs a boy while a brakeman responds. The brakeman subdues one assailant and seizes a weapon, enabling escape while the others flee. Authorities report the event occurred near residential streets with bystanders alarmed and the assailants pursued.
A robber attempted to seize Charles Gradolph at 4 West and Street, forcing him to the ground and seizing his wallet. The assailant fled toward the Columbia Bridge after a brief struggle as nearby witnesses called for help.
Slade residents gathered for the Ritter County Agricultural Society meeting as Mr. Laest was elected president. Officers were set with Wallace of Oxford to receive $649 annually as treasurer and a secretary salary of $850. Directors’ salaries were fixed at $8 per meeting, with a quorum of 320. Secretaries and treasurer reported year receipts totaling $2593. Expenditures 3287.16. The board adjourned Saturday, January 2, after routine reports and speeches marking the occasion.
A plan for a conference on the conservation of North American natural resources was discussed at the White House. President Roosevelt designated Gifford Pinchot as personal representative to deliver invitations to Canada and Mexico authorities for a proposed North American conference growing from Washington conservation meetings.
A fragmented obituary style piece recounts the life of Maisie Kyler Mustis and family ties in Butler County. It covers Mustin lineage, birth in Winchester Frederick County, education in local schools, a stint as a teacher, election to the state legislature in 1849 30, and later life details. The narrative notes travels to Chicago, residence shifts, and a long memory of wartime injuries affecting sight.
Fragmentary text mentions figures in Frisco shooting, names Mrs Noberd Rees of Shandon, with unclear context and possible death note. Details are incomplete.
Aged 60, Mrs Leray Sherer of Somercilly Ohio is listed as the mother of seven children, with one deceased, and her marriage certificate dated May 1908 shows the ceremony performed by Pll Goulds.
A new 160000 dollar expansion for Sorg Company is planned on the canal banks at Midale EG. Architect Albert Drotalim er of Daxton designed the brick structure with reinforced concrete, two stories, and brick storefronts. The project follows earlier company plans and includes a large engine room and adjoining buildings. Mary Scott, wife of James Scott, formerly Mary Jones, is mentioned in a distant family note tracing origins from Paddy's Run to Shannon, with historical references to Wiltshire and Cincinnati.
Elmer J V Rethenstetter as administrator of Joly Nethenstetter filed a suit against Elizahaml Wethenstetter and others seeking authority to sell GIS apres to pay debts. The filing notes the township, the company, and dates, detailing debts and the restraint on personal property and auctions as part of the estate settlement.
The obituary notes the death of Dew, founder of the Resin Mission, a Preble County Ohio native, and a prominent Khawa man in the city. It mentions his long association with wart Cui We Nd Women Inc and the mission’s impact on more than 10000 people converted amid detok or evil Tsocities.
Oversight at start of legislature left schools without funds to distribute fire danger lessons prepared by state authorities. Many teachers face fines from $5 to $45 for neglecting to implement the fire safety instruction in grammar schools. The state distributed books but provided no money for their distribution.
Henry Von Pieren aged, wealthy resident of Hamilton, collapsed and died of paralysis while playing cards with his son John and nephew Winny Tennison at 450 South Front 8th. After the fourth hand he reportedly said he would pass, then slumped and died as his son tried to stop him. Rev Father Northans of St Joseph's Church assisted. burial at St Stephens. Von Pieren leaves a widow, one son and a grandchild. Funeral at St Joseph’s Church followed by burial.
Miss Blackburn, a Lagitch teacher, married Rev George W. Terry of Vermont after a classroom Christmas reading at the Tabinon Eleh school. The ceremony was held in her High Street home, witnessed by teachers and a visiting student. Blackburn’s career spans English and literature, and she recently became ordained.
William O Keefe, former bucket shop proprietor, was arrested by Officer Duile and fined 44.70 after pleading guilty to passing worthless checks. Earlier a suspended sentence of five years was handed by Indie Gray at Connorsville. The incident involved checks for amounts around four dollars against J Wolfie and Honey Wiley. O Keefe’s wife reportedly attempted to assist him.
State officials arrived to investigate two major fires in Millville and Ravover, including Monrad's hotel in Millville and the Rodgers home. Det. 3, Inst. arrived from Cincinnati with the Assistant State Fire Marshal to lead inquiries. The fires caused near ruin for the village and endangered Henry Dether and his family, with arson allegations and a suspect charged for threatening witnesses.
The docket shows the State of Ohio against Louis Sober retried Monday and the state against Simons for trial Wednesday. A motion for a new trial in the Cotton case will be heard Thursday with pending criminal motions to be disposed of this week. Prosecutor HM Fuens faces a likely backlog as he prepares for next Monday.
In a brief item a person or group faces detention for two months under an alphanumeric designation. The note references New Marl and an event or action tied to detention, but readable details are limited. Further context from the original page would clarify names, dates, and legal basis.
Anna Ellers applies to appoint guardian for Ways Wet Night Banswer McCredia a 16 year old. Ward allegedly has rents tied to Pollenthors estate. bond set at 500 dollars with sureties and travel restriction. Estate doctors and relatives named amid court filings.
Washington December 26 The Auditing Department reports postmasters were disposed of during the fiscal year ended June 30. Several claims for postage stamps money orders and other losses were disallowed or dismissed on technical grounds while one claim by Me Hieher of Teenten for burglary was allowed at 85.53.
The article recalls operators’ women at Beth Telephone Co and other firms distributing gifts during the holiday, praising generosity from manufacturers and local houses in Hamilton. It notes the public appreciation for the kindness and urges The Republican-News to convey thanks while mentioning a yearly dividend boost for Well Telephony Co workers.
Olto Waynle seven weeks old of Ola Wo Hayala Their Pleasant Mike was burned by an older brother while in a carriage. The infant suffered severe burns, alarming the mother and others nearby. Guardians report varied financial claims for wards and probate actions proceed, including executors and estate appraisals.
The case of Alston Ellis versus Jaco Terenz and others was dismissed without prejudice after all costs paid. The suit concerned foreclosure of a mortgage and sale related to Jawillon Construction and Tool Company. The Mourth Ward received satisfaction of three shine of S140.
Prominent speakers are announced for the Farmers Institute to be held in Trenton Ohio at the United Presbyterian church. Dan Millikin will speak on the cultivation of schools in the afternoon session January 2 at 1 o clock. The event runs January 1 and 2 with many visitors expected.
Charles Gronbach sues Cinemanet Northern Yraeian company seeking $19,000 in damages for injuries and property loss after a wagon accident on East Syeantavetreet caused by defective tracks. Verdict returned yesterday around 3 pm. The case centered on alleged company fault and maintenance.
A poorly legible clipping notes Ty Hamilton and Ramuel K Dickenoger, private secretary to Governor Harris, visiting in Bute ler County at the governor’s private residence yesterday. It is intimated that before next month an appointment may follow to honor his services, as reported by the Enquirer.
The wedding of Dr Arthur Schalk and Miss Ethel Brown of New London took place Tuesday evening December 22 at the Alpha Psi fraternity parlor on Drexel Boulevard Chicago. The bride is a blonde daughter of Henry S Brown, sister of Dr Stanley and Dr Waller Brown. The groom, a former teacher, later earned a medical degree and now serves in Chicago. The couple met at the National Naval University in Ohio and plan to reside in Chicago after a holiday visit.
The text outlines Bosch slated for sheriff office with Andy Graf as an aide and Detective H. Mentealt as assistant. ExiMgror CS. Bosch is described as a candidate for eternity office with Milders as the key aide in a local political move.
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