Clermont Board Humiliated by Law Reducing Prosecutor Pay
The Clermont County board of commissioners faces backlash as Ohio Legislature passes a measure reshaping prosecutor salaries and granting Charles C. Kearns new authority. The report cites prior disputes over contracts, alleged mismanagement, and court rulings, noting Kearns becomes chief legal adviser and earns a significantly elevated salary while the board is blamed for extravagance.
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Board of Commissioners
Thiery
Clermont
Chas C. Kearns
Kearns
John Davidson
N. B. Cover
Davidson
Cover
Ohio
Supreme
Cffoulb Court
Myers
Commissioners’ Board
Kears
Auditor Williams Ordered to Pay Settlement to Treasury
A long dispute over a 1640.40 settlement from former Auditor Davis ends with a mandamus suit filed by Prosecutor Kearns. The court previously upheld the compromise, ruling the amount should be paid into county funds, despite Williams’ refusal.
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C. B. Nichols
John W. Davis
Davis
Nichols
Horace Rice
Williams
Treasury
Newby
Rice
Clerk Young
Kearns
Mandamus
Costalhamlet farmer fined for contempt of court
William Weaver who owns a farm near Edenton was fined $15 and costs by Judge Parrott after defying court order to accept in junction papers. The case involves Kroger traction’s erection of trolley poles and tracks on Leever’s land and a dispute over deeds. Weaver reportedly resumed work and was arrested for contempt after refusing the papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Weaver
Costa
Edenton
Parrott
Kroger Traction
Leever
Hopkin
Lost Arm in Cincinnati Yard Accident
Edwin 8 Miller of Milford lost his left arm in a Pennsylvania railroad yard collision in Cincinnati. Struck by a car, his arm was crushed and amputated at the elbow after emergency treatment at Godd Ball hospital. he rests under care with his wife and Dr. Gateh summoned.
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Edwin
Miller
Milford
Cincinnati
Pennsylvania Railroad
Gateh
Foundry to Rise in West Batavia Amid Local Industry Growth
Ground has been broken for a new foundry in West Batavia adjacent to brick works and tool shops. The 60 by 30 foot plant will feature a 60 foot cupola and produce castings for the Machine and Tool Works Company, employing ten to twelve workers initially. Projectors are P. F. Jamieson and James A. Norman.
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West Batavia
P. F. Jamieson
Jas. A. Norman
Doubled Twins Policy Sparks County Audit Dispute
The county auditors faced a public dispute over a shared set of bills totaling 187 dollars for a newspaper style project. One twin’s claim was paid amid injunctions and court rulings while the other’s was delayed, with Judge Parrott eventually approving under 60 dollars. Prosecutor Kearns supported the suit.
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Steve
Parrott
Kearns
Well Known in Batavia Harries Hulburt Dies in Clifton
Harries Hulburt a prominent Cincinnati figure died at his Clifton home last Wednesday morning in his 58th year after a two year asthma illness. He managed his late father’s estate, owning one third, and was son in law of the late Mr and Mrs John Johnson and nephew of Mrs Charles Blanchard. Survived by widow, son, and one daughter. Funeral at his residence last Thursday conducted by Calvary Episcopal church pastor.
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Harries Hulburt
Cincinnati
Clifton
John Johnson
Charles Blanchard
Calvary Episcopal Church
Sorghum farming tips from T A Pinkham letter
Clermont farmers receive a detailed guide on sorghum cultivation and syrup production. The letter stresses pure home made syrup, advises soil and planting practices, seed treatment, harvesting methods, handling of seed cane, and the value of timely milling. It notes Governor Pattison’s improved condition.
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T. A. Pinkham
Commissioners Clash Over Surveyor Role in Thiery Case
The Common Pleas Court and Circuit Court upheld Judge Parrott’s rulings blocking the Montague County commissioners from appointing E. H. Thiery or Harley Rapp to the surveyor and engineering posts. Thiery remains in office as surveyor, praised as king of his surveys, while the commissioners’ bid to oust him is rejected. The circuits’ decisions leave the board stripped of power, portrayed as a petty faction.
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Sumner Myers
Commissioners Board
Clermont County
E. H. Thiery
John Rapp
Thiery
Harley Rapp
Rapp
Parrott
Circuit Court
Jelke
Giffens
Commissioners’ Board
Mason’s Moral Ordinances Ban Saloons In Mason
In Warren county Mason enacts ordinances to curb drinking and gambling by forbidding obscured windows and free lunch service after 9 p.m. Saloons must stay open for viewing by passersby and no games of chance are allowed, painting a strict moral image for the town.
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Mason
Warren County
Condemnation Suit In Probate Court Over Turnpike Right of Way
A condemnation case in probate court before Judge Paxton and a jury targets the Batavia and Miami Bridge Turnpike Company. Cincinnati and Suburban Bell Telephone seeks rights to the turnpike right of way for pole installation. Trial expected to last about three days. jurors named include Roshelman, Kamp, Wea, Gregg, Nichols, and several others.
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Paxton
Cincionati & Suburban Bell Telephone Company Ve
Batavia & Miami
Jonn
Wea Charlies
Gregg
Bishop Joghee
Charles Nichols
Wilbor Jobo Barrell
Thomas Teal
Holmes
Wall fails at Main Street bridge after heavy rain
Prolonged rain weakened the east end retaining wall of the Main street bridge causing a twelve foot surface break last Friday. Pedestrians are shielded by barriers while repairs costing about 150 dollars are planned.
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Main Street
Movement to erect a fine hotel at Hamilton House site
A local movement to build a new hotel on the Hamilton House site gains strong support. The subscription paper gains ready signers and the town expects the needed funds, foreseeing enhanced appeal for visitors and future residents.
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Hamilton House
Church Notes Presby terian Holy Week Program
Anniversary week of the death of Christ observed with daily meetings April 8 to 13. Sunday 11 am Zeal of Love theme Anointing at Bethany. evening The Triumphal Entry. Week sessions on Fig Tree Temple Vision World-wide Triumph Final Refusal Humility Arrest Trial Death Burial. Easter Sunday follows. Bantam church to hold Easter services April 15 and communion April 29.
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Presbyterian Church
Bethany
Temple
Jesus
Christ
John
Bantam
Weekly church services and meetings announced
Quarterly Conference is scheduled for Saturday at 7 30 p m with love feast and Sunday school at 9 a m Sunday preaching by Rev Spahr P E at 1030 followed by Sacramental service Junior League convenes at 2 p m Epworth League at 630 with preaching at 730 Hands and Wings is the topic Ezekiel x dl Mr Burdsall will preach at the M E church Maple Grove Sunday afternoon at 230 Ladies missionary societies meet at Mrs Walker's home Thursday at 230
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Spahr
Epworth
Ezek. x. dl
Burdsall
M. E
Maple Grove
Ladies’ Missionary Societies
Easter Special Services At Local Church
An unusually large audience attended the beautiful place of worship last Sunday and was deeply impressed by the solemn service. Special services will be held Easter Sunday the 15th. Regular hour services next Sunday by Rev. Fischer. Special services on Easter Sabbath.
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Rev. Fischer
Cantata of David the Shepherd Boy Presented Friday and Saturday
The cantata of David the Shepherd Boy will be presented Friday and Saturday nights with a second showing by request to allow all to see the pretty operetta.
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David
Marriage Market Shows Dull Demand For Licenses
The marriage license market is described as extremely dull with no price reductions offered to spur activity. Cold and wet weather has depressed trade and dampened plans of entries. Quotations show Edward W. Hodges, 58, farmer Bantam, to Nancy Roey, Bantam, and Henry Carter, 61, laborer Williamsburg, to Clara Malott, 24, Williamsburg, as the listed couples.
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Whippy
Edward W. Hodges
Farmer
Bantam
Nancy Roey
Every
Henry Carter
Williamsburg
Clara Malott
Williama
Burg
Squire Kitt
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W. P. Teal
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