Sun Gang Rejected in Batavia Election Sweep Confirms Republican Ticket
Republicans win a complete Batavia corporation sweep led by W. W. Prather for mayor and Charles Griffis as treasurer. Steve Cramer defeated for re election as councilman, hailed as the Sun gang target. The Courier denounces opponents while asserting party unity after wartime defeat of Democratic affiliates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steve Cramer
the Sun
Ring
Charles 8
Stephen
Rhea Glaneyy
W. W. Vaughn
CE. Ball
Republican Corporation
Cramer, Lockwood
Sun Gang
John McLean
Courier Ea
Brother Lockwood
Greenwood
Basswood
Religious rites fill chancel as youths vow Christian life
In Clermont the Presbyterian service drew nearly fifty young people who pledged to renounce worldliness and pursue good works. Dr. Heckman received praise for his compelling sermon and leadership. The record lists united members and those baptized, noting 87 admitted to the church and 90 total baptisms and adherents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Heckman
M.R. Gregory
Louise W.swing
Annie Tatman
Mellie May Moore
May M. Shaw
John 8. Parrott
May K. Parrott
Ezra Krinks
Harry Dennis
Ester M. Bicking
Florence Swing
Martha E. Shaw
Grace C. Brown
Rebecca Gregory
Catharine Horner
Florence Nichols
Carrie Nichole
Elizabeth E. Griffith
Nellie Leonard
Clara
Jenike
Mary F. Lane
Leontineg Hulick
Vesta Bishop
Bessie Teasdale
Cordrilla Griffis
John W. Stiles
Percy F. Jamieson
Remington W. Lane
Gaylord H. Hulick
Joseph P. Stagg
Milton
Marie Dennison
Neal Blain Dennison
William and
Maggie Dennison
Richard C. Swing
Frederick C. Swing
May Elizabeth
Swing
Peter F
Louisa Swin Belle McDonald
Mary McDonald
John Simpson Griffith
Clara Louisa Griffh Grimm
T. 8
Anna M. Griffith
Natok Hulick
Infamous Highland beauty jailed in blackmail case
Mrs Hester Dogget, famed in Highland County, is jailed in Greenfield on charges tied to a blackmail plot involving Ed McClain and a prospective mother. The case links perjury by Miss Mitten and alleged improper activities with Sheriff McConnaughey under scrutiny from both political rivals and social circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hester Dogget
Highland County
Greenfield
Ed. L. McClain
Hester
McClain
Mr. McC
Highland
Boodlers Beaten in Batavia Township Races
Batavia Township votes shift as Republicans win decisively, while the Infir mary inequities and the poor house bosses face a sweeping defeat. The outcome signals political fallout from corruption allegations and local leadership pressure.
Death of the Oldest Man in Clermont County Poland Family History
Nathaniel Poland aged over a hundred, born February 13 1785 in Ipswich Massachusetts, dies at his Elenor Ohio homestead. He left a large family across Indiana Ohio and Illinois, owned fifty acres, and his will apportions his estate among his daughter Mary Sloan and other heirs. The obituary notes his wartime service in the War of 1812 and a long Yankee dialect personality. The piece also surveys local Batavia township election results and political controversy surrounding the infirmary and party factions.
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Elenor
Miami Township
Nathaniel Poland
Ipswich
Massachusetts
Washington
Thomas Poland
Lynn
Scorpion
Worcestershire
England
Thomas
Georgetown
D. C
Cincinnati
Clermont
Louisville
Kentucky
Lafayette
Ashington
R. Poland
Mary
Thomas Sloan
Caroline Combs
Amanda Boyer
Bowling Green
Indiana
Nathaniel
Fairland Indiana
Samuel
William
Olney
Illinois
Squire A. B. Applegate
Milford
W. H. Snider
March Matrimonials Sized Up by the Probate Photographer
Grant Mack and Lizzie Webb. Lewis Hunter and Maria Felix. Thomas A Hall and Ella Deal. Joseph Yager and Bertha Lohger. Gustav Seltzer and Elizabeth Fey. Isaac T Sprague and Harriet Snell. George Fletcher and Lawrence Looker. J Harvey Johnson and Ida C Hulick. John Albert Ward and Dozie Edwards. Andrew J Hall and Caroline Prickett. Charles Thomas and Amelia Woodruff. Daniel M Baker and Della D Cafferty. George Hausserman and Louisa Wendt. James C Nichols and Nancy F Kellum. James V Colvin and Luana McAdams. A T Roudebush and Mary Olive Pattison. John H Taylor and Maude Blanche Tatman. James H Williams and Florence C Baker. Samuel Beckelheimer and Mary C Williams. Jacob Alonzo Harris and Laura Luella Camery. Charles A Lanham and Emma Alice Wedding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Mack
Lizzie Webb
Lewis Hunter
Maria Felix
Thomas A. Hall
Ella Deal
Joseph Yager
Bertha Lohger
Gustav Seltzer
Elizabeth Fey
Isaac T. Sprague
Harriet Snell
George Fletcher
Lawrence Looker
J. Harvey Johnson
Ida C. Hulick
John Albert Ward
Dozie Edwards
Andrew J. Hall
Caroline Prickett
Charles Thomas
Amelia Woodruff
Daniel M. Baker
Della D. Cafferty
George Hausserman
Louisa Wendt
James
Major John Byrne and the Irish Unity Controversy
A long critique portrays Major John Byrne of Branch Hill as a key figure in a factional struggle within the Irish National League in America. It alleges Byrne sought leadership at Philadelphia, formed a rival Parliamentary Aid Society, and, with allies like Monypeny and Daugherty, aimed to disrupt the League to align with English interests. The article questions Byrne’s finances, railroad ties, and influence on Catholic affairs, citing inquiries by Captain Sweeny and sparring with other Irish leaders.
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John Byrne
John H. Branch
Miami Township
Hoadly
Philadelphia
Irish National League
Major Byrne
League
Iish Parlimentary Aid Society
Parnell
Patrick Pass
Irish National League of America
Irish World
Byrne
Judge Daugherty
Columbus
Bill Monypeny
Monypeny
Monypenys
Ohio
Bill Pony Pony
Milford
Kugler
Ireland
George Sweeny
Cincinnati
United States
Irish Parliamentary Society
Mexico
National League
J. B. Mannix
Purcell
Perry Belmont
Carlisle
Opee
Congress
Chaffee
National Republican Committee
James GU. Blaine
Grand Hotel
Elliott
Capitol
Ford
Soul of Music at Batavia Teachers Meeting
Batavia teachers and locals look forward to a musical and intellectual program at the academy. Professor Dyer leads performances including chorus numbers from Bohemian Girl and Martha with lectures on Europe and education theory. The day also features elocution, reading, and a railroad topics session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Dyer
Europe
W. Martin
Loveland
Byron Williams
Payne
Dial
Milford
Frog
Opera of Martha
Elocution
Haywood
Cincinnati Law School
Beginningber Holbrook
Nationaling University
Lukens
Lebanon
Ludlow
Morrow
Booming Batavia Lodge Celebrates Prosperity and Revival
A Batavia lodge, No. 134, marks thirty seven years with record membership growth and a grand team effort across Ohio. A festive gathering featured a lavish supper prepared by wives and members from Harve Hamilton’s parlor, with visitors from Amelia, Olive Branch, Moscow, and more joining in the celebration led by Noble Grand George Zurmuhle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge No. 134
Ohio
R. 8. West
Lindsley C. Moore
Henry G. Ducknall
John L. Weaver
Jessie Ellis
James Hulick
Grand Lodge
Harve Hamilton
Ashburn
Owensville-Boston
L. H. Medaris
J. N. Pattison
Albert Tice
Mbt
H. Geberin
Lorain Marsh
J. J. Rapp
R. G. Pattison
Amelia
Milton
J. B. Hopkins
George Rymell
J. N. Foster
Charles Thompson
Henry Kratzer
Chile
Edward G. Prather
Hulick
Moscow
Charles McMath
Olive Branch
Huston
Secret Orders of
America
George Zurmuhle
Methodist Mystery over Loveland Camp relation prompts review
At a Methodist ministers meeting Dr Starr summarized a report on Loveland Camp meeting showing the property title and control lie outside the Methodist church. The Cincinnati Camp-meeting Association of the Methodist Episcopal church is the legal name and deeds show no church title or official connection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Starr
Methodist Ministers’ Meeting
Loveland
Methodist Church
Conference of the
Cincinnati
Clermont County
John C. Brooke
Thomas J. Heath
A. B. Leonard
Truman
Branch Hill
Loveland man found guilty in assault on young girl
John C. Hill, a bachelor ex-merchant of Loveland, was found guilty by a Clermont County jury of an assault and battery on Miss Mabel Meyer, nearly eight, after an indictment for attempted rape. Judge Cowen sentenced him to six months in the workhouse, a $200 fine, and costs. Hill’s lawyers plan an error appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Hill
Batchelor
Loveland
Mabel Meyer
Cowen
Hill
Clermont
Howard Douglas
Cincinnati
Work House
Stabbing and pistol clash at Bethel saloon brawl
Last Wednesday night in Bethel’s saloon a loud revelry ended in a quick skirmish. Sheriff Lloyd’s ally Sima and Cowen reportedly fought with two and brothers amid rowdy whisky fuel. A pistol shot struck near Posey’s neck while a barber ad touts Parker’s Hair Balm amid the tumult.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Ely
Bethel
Sima
Lloyd
Posey
Batavia Masonic Hall Undergoes Elegant Refurnishing
The Batavia Masonic hall in Clermont is being remodeled with modern order furniture and Brussels carpets, repainted and repapered to become an immaculately arranged room. Built in 1888 by R. W. Clark, it has housed the lodge continuously. plans for a third story were abandoned after examination due to thin walls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia Masonic
Clermont
R. W. Clark
Grand secret fraternity gains ground in Clermont County
Hon Howard Douglas of Cincinnati, vice-Grand Chancellor, traveled to Batavia last week to file papers for a new lodge. A charter requires thirty members, most of whom are already secured with signees including Judge Nichols, Auditor Temple, and other prominent locals. The K of P shows no Clermont foothold yet but faces a boom in membership and a large class. Twenty teachers filed petitions Saturday for certificates.
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Brotherhood of Man
Howard Douglas
Cincinnati
United States
Batavia
Judge Nichols
Auditor Temple
Cramer
Clark Shaw
G. A. Frasier
H. 8. Hulick
B. F. Dyer
Edward Crane
Dr. Belt
K. of P
Clermont
Order
What Our Farmers Raise in Clermont County
Clermont's agricultural return shows year 18M yields across crops and livestock with wheat 20,374 acres sown and bushels produced, corn and oats high outputs, and a wide range of products. The piece then condemns the current fiscal year taxes of $2.18 per hundred, totaling $266,280.54, arguing high levies drive residents away and urging tax relief and government reform.
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Clermont County
Ohio
Clermont
Board of County Commissioners
Kansas
Iowa
Arkansas
Great West
Cleveland
Stonelick Ford Accident Recurs Endangering Pedestrians
Mrs. Johnson widow of Captain Johnson of East Liberty narrowly escaped death while crossing the ice covered foot bridge at Stonelick ford last Sunday en route to church. She was swept fifty feet into the current before Ben Hill's prompt aid saved her from drowning. Commissioners may consider funding for improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stonelick
Ford
Johnson
Captain Johnson
East Liberty
Ben Hill
Doctor Richards Seeks Assistant Physician Post
Dr. Thomas L. Richards of Delaware, a promising young practitioner, seeks the assistant physician position at the penitentiary under the reorganization. Born in Clermont, son of the late Sheriff G. W. Richards, he is noted for attainments, character, and strong Republican loyalties, meeting the governor’s standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas L. Richards
Delaware
G. W. Richards
Foraker
Sixty seventh anniversary I O C F of U S in Williamsburg
The sixty seventh anniversary of the I O C F of the United States will be held in Williamsburg on the 2th of April 1886. All Lodges of Clermont and adjoining counties are cordially invited to participate with us. Good speakers will be in attendance, and a good time is anticipated. By order of committee Rowan Lytle Jr McLean Boulware C H Thomas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Williamsburg
Clermont
Rowan Lytle, Jr
McLean Boulware
C. H. Thomas
Regular Scoop: I F Lindsey’s Barn Burned Three Weeks Ago
The Sun notes a recent fire at I F Lindsey’s barn occurring about three weeks earlier, musing on slow reconstruction and hints at a new barn rising in stages. The item also mentions Winn Rice of Chile attending a Winter School in Washington township and pursuing a business course at Delaware College, praising him as a promising young man.
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I. F. Lindsey
News Tema
New Richmond
Hmond Independent
Winn Rice
Chile
Oant
Washington Township
Delaware College
Rice
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Charlie Norris
Little Four
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Felicity
Charles
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Johu’s
ST. John's Day
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Boston Fair Grounds
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Sritierne i Jameson
The
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Courier
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W. BE. Mattox
Knights of Pythina
Jaid
Batavia Township
Poland
Royal and Select Family
Waterloo Batavia
Tricksters
Gregg
Bill Mattox
Will Griffith
Johnny Moore
R—C. R. Smith
D. Brunk
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de Titus
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Ce Pcigik
S. Te Moore
W. C. Griffith
Kite
J. ‘Ate
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W. W. Dennison
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Sun Gang Exquisites
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Batavia Gang
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Steve
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Tile Soul
Teachers’ Association
J. 8. Hulick, Esq
Cincinnati, Hocking Valley
Hunington
Loudon
Brown County
Hillsboro
Dawson
John Cross
L. W. Walon
Chillcothe
W. L. Brigdon
Josef. Bicking
Miles
Florence
ODD Fellows
Batavia Lodge
Loveland Camp Meeting
Parker
Knights OF Pythias
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