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Newspaper
Hamilton Telegraph
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1909
Page
2
Instructions to correspondents for the Hamilton Telegraph outline one sided submissions, full names and addresses, town header on each page, spacing between items, and reminders that missed sheets may be dropped from the list. Obituary notices and entertainments are billed at one cent per word.
A garbled 1900s newspaper fragment questions motives behind a Dorsey case and who bears responsibility for road work delays. It notes property owners’ acknowledgment that road construction must proceed and hints at county commissions and state aid roles in Bitter County.
A letter-style report questions why the county board rejected a petition favoring James Dorsey for highway inspector. It urges honoring property owners and notes Dorsey’s suitability and experience, stressing proper construction of the model road to ensure future progress. The piece laments the decision and calls on the commissioners to heed residents’ wishes.
State Highway Commissioner Wouters recommits Cay County line supervisor to Milnetows Pike project. John Dorsey emerges as favored resident candidate after 60 percent of nearby landowners sign a petition, yet county commissioners reportedly did not follow the public request. The dispute centers on who should appoint the section inspector and whether local will overrides official recommendation.
In Ohio on September 20 Miss Sigg, 15, of Monroe, burned when oil soaked dress ignited after a lamp exploded. She rushed outside, tried to extinguish flames, but injuries proved fatal. She was a United Presbyterian member and church worker known in the village. In Cincinnati, two boys drowned near Coney Island after a dare led to a plunge into the Ohio River as currents ran swift.
DIG FUEL SUPPLY CG Ohio Sept 22 At a special meeting stockholders of Obie Mitel Supply Co the capital stock to be increased from 500000 to 40000000 One million of the increase will be offered to existing stockholders and the balance to treasury Funds from the sale to be used for anticipated extensions of shell company pipe lines Real estate transfers filed include Stephen Hal to Mary Teede Middletown $4 Robert Wilson Wilnna flowedr lot 3824 Middletown $250 Margaret Barres to City of Middletown lot 127 Hamilton $1 Middletown hydraulic Company to City of Middletown part of lot 1703 Middletown $1 Emma Wilmore to City of Middletown lot 1228 and part of $229 Middletown $1 Peter Senninghoten and others to Jennie M Summer its 10478 anal 11980 IkaroMiem $494 AW Stinger to Adolph Law 32 07 acres Kelly Townships $1 TM Willanson to Elizabeth Mealty lots 1 and 2 Amanda $1
A vintage ad touts Allen's Foot Fate powder to shake into shoes for instant relief from tightness sweat and aching feet. It claims rapid comfort and positions the product as the age’s greatest discovery. Available at shoe stores and general druggists for 28 cents with a free trial package offer.
The text chronicles Johnson, publisher and former editor of the BM Voter Herald, with a seven year National Guard service reaching captain, and a state senator background. It describes his reluctant entry into governorship in 1904, his unanimous nomination by Republicans, and his subsequent electoral victories. It notes policy aims to purge corporate influence and broaden fairer laws, while mentioning speculation about a 1908 presidential bid and likely 1912 Democratic contenders.
ATLANTA GA Sept 21 Gov Johnson’s death deepens Democratic turmoil. Gail Clark Haswall, Georgia member of the Democratic National Committee, says the party could have backed a presidential nominee, noting his late strengths in the Antilles West and his potential future influence.
Postwar dispatch notes that General arrangements are pending as the state awaits formal accession. Lieutenant Governor Adgind O. Eberhart is slated to become the new governor at the Capitol, with the vacancy following Johnson’s death.
The article reports Governor John A. Johnson, operated on twice previously by the Mayo Clinic doctors, first for stomach ulcers and later for a bowel abscess. Each procedure was lengthy and serious with bowel obstructions recurring, and a second operation removed the appendix. Afterward he had episodes of indigestion and bowel obstruction, intensifying over the last two years.
The British steamer Marlow reports passing a steamer 180 miles south of Durban on July 27. It was later destroyed by an explosion. The British steamer Waratah with thirty people aboard has not been heard from since July 28.
A ham gift to Commissioner Kinch turned out to be bricks of George Rupp Company ham. Investigation traces delivery via Col Lindsey and Col Dowly, with a basket opened at Kinch's home revealing bricks instead of ham. The incident links to a broader report on Kinch’s office and a newly filed division revenue total.
The Butler County Fair opens in two weeks, a milestone event praised as the state’s largest county fair. Officials report ideal grounds, racing prospects, and crowded exhibit plans as preparations proceed under a weekend board meeting.
A letter from John Bresnahan of Deer Lodge Man requests approval and assistance in selling a newly crafted bridle woven from about 20 000 horse hairs over eight weeks. The note reflects efforts toward self betterment and proper disposal with request to Kumler for guidance and sale options.
Steven Gorsuch of Bethany sues after a horse, sprayed to prevent flies, suddenly kicked him. He crawled to safety with a forehead wound needing stitches and facial injuries. Separately, Stelle Myers is ordered to pay temporary alimony and attorney fees. another case seeks an absolute divorce from Mary Rothenbush, alleging separation since July 1908.
The Cincinnati market report shows wheat steady with specific bid and ask notes for old and spring varieties. Corn and oats display mixed demand with white and yellow grades varying in price, while rye and clover values are listed. market activity includes demand for high grades and fewer inferior lots, with several per bushel price points cited.
Local livestock section shows steady trade across cattle calves and hogs with fat cattle and bulls varying by grade. Arrays of prices listed for steers cows calves veal and miscellaneous items, alongside cash prices for fruits vegetables and staples with unit quotes and per basket or per dozen figures.
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