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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1916
Page
8
The Clermont Courier pricing shows annual rates for several editions and partner papers including Courier and Com. Tribune at $3 26, Courier and Weekly Enquirer at $1 50, and combinations with Cincinnati papers priced from $1 25 to $8 25.
Local items report visits and illnesses across Batavia, Amelia, and surrounding towns. Residents like Mrs Jennie Titus and Mrs Ella Lane are noted for birthdays and family visits while clubs hold Easter socials and bazaars at schools and churches.
L F Clevenger of Xenia reports successful breeding of ring necked coceants with Silver Hamburg chickens and eight birds kept for exhibition. State Speaks offers to purchase the hybrids for display at the State fair noting it is the first time domestic fowls and pheasants have been bred. Mrs Clyde Cann of Nicholsville dies from heart paralysis leaving three children. Funeral from Laurel church with interment at Bethel. Marathon Grange marks one year anniversary with 150 present and a program followed by luncheon. Next meeting April 15 with first and second degrees and a musical program.
The Department of Botany at Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station warns tobacco growers in the southwestern and Burley districts about root-rot fungus. Severe losses occurred in 1915 as the disease remains in soil. If steaming isn’t available, drench beds with 40 percent formaldehyde at 4 pounds per 60 gallons, apply evenly, cover with canvass overnight, and delay seeding by about two days.
The new traffic ordinance is now enforced in many towns. Motorists lag in observance and difficulty arises at corner turns while staying to the right side.
Ohio's wheat crop is in poor condition at about 66 percent, down from 71 percent a month earlier and well below last year's 88 percent. Seeding was late statewide, with limited winter growth and damage from thawing and freezing. Some acres may be plowed for other crops while corn in crib stands at about 86 percent of normal. Fruit prospects are uncertain with peaches mainly damaged. Plowing and spring work are delayed, though livestock wintered well.
An ad touts Dr. Kings New Life Pills as the best liver medicine that eases bitterness and nausea and aids digestion with no griping. It promises easier bowel movement and improved feeling after one bottle sold for 25 cents. Also mentions money to loan on mortgages by N G Cover Batavia OH.
A grand jury returned bills Tuesday night naming Charles Shorten and Arthur Blythe in burglary indictments. Clyde Perry and Clarence Haney face petit larceny counts, John Marshall and William Hahn on carrying concealed weapons, Grant Moore on keeping a gambling room, and Frank Rust on multiple stabbing and intent charges. William Hahn also faces a concealed weapon count.
Miss Virginia Titus, supervisor for ages six to fourteen, visited Williamsburg schools last Monday to showcase the Junior Chautauqua. The program will run every forenoon at 9 o'clock during the Chautauqua starting July six, with no extra admission charge for children. Her brief stay boosted enthusiasm and left a lasting impression on the local youngsters.
The pastor will preach Wednesday at 7 30 and Bishop William F Anderson will preach Thursday evening April 20 at 7 30. Palm Sunday services include special music and confirmations at German AB church. Sunday school at 9 30, young peoples meeting at 6 30, evening services at 7 80. E F Wegner and Jas Simpson pastors invite all.
A postponed dinner at the M. E. church will offer creamed chicken mashed potatoes peas pickles jelly lettuce salad pie and coffee. Serving begins at 5 p m Ice cream and cake will be on sale bazaar and parcel booth provide crafts and aprons for sale.
The Ohio bulletin outlines 1915 standards for high school teachers. First Grade schools require at least three full time teachers who are college graduates or have equivalent training. Second Grade schools need two full time teachers or one full time and one half time with two years college or equivalent. All high school teachers and superintendents must hold high school certificates.
The home talent production Partners at the town hall Friday night drew a crowded audience from the country and surrounding towns. The Batavia orchestra performed well and received praise. Lola Painter of Pine Bluff Ark directed and assigned the parts. The Odd Fellows and Rebekahs thank the public for generous support.
The eighth grade examinations will be held in Batavia on Tuesday morning. Students should bring paper and pen. Examinations are scheduled to begin at 8:10 AM.
Albert Clinton Hutchens born June 16 1853 on a farm near Concord Ohio died in Cincinnati April 3 1916 aged 62. He supported his mother and siblings from a young age and later ran farms mills and livery businesses in Brown and Williamsburg before moving to Cincinnati to expand in feed and livery. Survived by two wives Amanda Catherine Bishop and Ollie Smith seven children including Dr Harry C Hutchens and Dr John W Hutchens. He valued hard work self reliance and progress, never seeking sympathy and leaving a legacy of industry and civic involvement. Spring rheumatism advice uses Chamberlains Liniment.
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