Commissions of Graft and Auditor Bookkeeping Flaws Exposed
In a detailed county report the auditors reveal improper payments to Mr Williams totaling 8,744.84 beyond legal entitlement, improper settlements, and credits for school taxes. They condemn county commissioners for compromising a claim and outline deficiencies in records, vouchers, and probate procedures.
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Pers
J Lifhe
Wiliams
Williams
Clerk of Courts
E. H. Thiery
Charles Miller
Honors to Rev. Lee Elected Moderator by Cincinnati Presbytery
The Cincinnati Presbytery session at Wyoming Church elected Rev. George H. Lee of Batavia moderator. Opponent Rev. Henry Thompson of Clifton Chapel received 16 votes to Lee's 29, with the post seen as an honor to be carried out with dignity and ability. The gathering is expected to discuss several important matters.
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Cincinnati
Wyoming Church
George H. Lee
Batavia
Lee
Henry Thompson
Clifton Chapel
Thompson
Milford Music Shines In Chimes Of Normandy
An amateur Milford opera club gave a charming performance of the Chimes of Normandy at city hall last Friday night to a large delighted audience. The company is trained by BE C Shumard, cousin of Mrs. Vina Hulick, and Milford shows strong vocal and instrumental talent ready for broader action.
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Normandy
City Hall
Milford
Prominent Ohio Superintendent Arrested on Assault Charge
Clar ence Meeker, superintendent of Monroe township schools in Clermont county, was arrested by Marshal Crane after an affidavit by Fern Corbin’s father alleging an assault on a girl under sixteen. Meeker, a respected educator and community figure, waived examination and posted $500 bond for grand jury appearance.
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Clarence Meeker
Halington
Monroe Township
Moore
Marshal Crane
State OF Ohio
Clermont County
W. O. Lytle
Batavia Township
Ohio
W. P. Corbin
Clermont
Fern Corbin
Clermont County Teachers’ Institute
Masons
Odd Fellows
Knights of Pythias
W. P
Corbin
Meeker
Young Meeker
Squire Lytle
Will It Pay To Spray Fruit Trees
Lowell Roudebush explains spraying fruit trees can be profitable if done with the right substances and timing. He prescribes Bordeaux mixture for most fruits before blossoms, with combinations for codling moth and repeat applications, noting separate guides for apples, pears, plums, and grapes, and warns on improper choices.
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Courier
Tragic Farm Accident Claims Ten Year Old Boy
In Hill Station a 10 year old, Harry Barr, died after a horse trod him during chores at the family stable. The colt’s fright caused a fatal hoof strike above the heart. His mother, carrying him home, heard him name her before he died. Funeral services were held Thursday with Rev. Fulton presiding.
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Harry Barr
John Barr
Hill’s Station
Rev
Fulton
Goshen
County Commissioners Grant Large Fees in Prolonged Case
In a defiant move the county board approved 300 for Bishop and Dover in the hell case now before the supreme court, despite a state cap of 250. Cover has drawn 150, 125, and 150 across stages totaling 425, while Bishop’s fee remains debated, as Keil holds a 10,000 judgment unlikely to be reversed amid county mismanagement.
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Bishop
Dover
Hell
Supreme Court
Common Pleas Court
Circuit Court
Keil
Cover
First Communion Held for Large Catholic Class
A Catholic Chapel crowd witnessed 22 youths receive first communion 10 girls and 12 boys. Very Rev Chrisoston Theobald of the Franciscan Order led the ceremony with Rev Father Fulgentine Myer assisting. A five boy choir sang mass and organ music accompanied by Brother Eveo. After services, dinner was served at the Kline residence, marking a milestone for the congregation.
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Chrisoston Theobald
Fulgentine Myer
Eveo
Kline
Junior Order Meeting Draws 200 Members to Williamsburg
Williamsburg hosts a private gathering of about 200 Jr C U A M brothers from neighboring councils. State Councilor John J. Weitzel delivered an address on the Order's work. County councils reported strong standings as the event closed with social time and a repast.
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Williamsburg
Williameburg Counell
The Gold Hunters voyage to California continues
The narrator recalls Panama’s chaotic scenes and life aboard the Clarissa bound for San Francisco. After mutiny and a near shootout with the captain, the ship rests on half rations as the 66th day brings landfall at the Golden Gate. San Francisco reveals vast wealth and gambling excess.
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Bay of
Panama
James Sargent
Piketon
Mr. Scott
Columbus
California
Episcopal Service
Hayden
Mr. Russel
San Francisco
Waterfield
Port
Cap
No Decision Delayed in DuBrul Sheep Case
In State vs Du Brul at Georgetown the decision on a new trial has been delayed due to Judge Newby's pneumonia illness. He will sit in Georgetown on the 24th instant and then issue a ruling.
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DuBrul
Newby
Georgetown
East ern Stars Hold Notable Lodge Ball and Banquet
The Eastern Stars held a well attended Saturday night session blending lodge business with social pleasures. A grand banquet followed a long evening, highlighted by a red snapper feast and rich oyster dressings. About fifty members enjoyed lively conversation and late good nights.
Entertaining Olio at City Hall by Criste and Bernard
A Tuesday evening performance at city hall features Miss Jessie G. Criste and Cassius Bernard with a drama and a farce plus musical numbers. Criste recently finished a Florida season and Bernard belongs to the Forepaugh stock company. The pair also perform in Amelia on Monday evening.
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Olio
City Hall
Jessie G. Criste
Cassius Bernard
Criste
Florida
Mr. Bernard
Cincinnati
Amelia
Daughters of Rebekah to Attend Owensville Odd Fellows Event
The Daughters of Rebekah of Williamsburg and Batavia will attend the Owensville Odd Fellows celebration in a body on the 27th instant. Batavia will perform a drill, a highlight of the occasion, and readers are advised that this detail was added after the programme was published.
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Odd Fellows
Owensville
Rebekah
Williamsburg
Batavia
Tobacco pledges sought for 1907 crop drive
J. E. Swope and Rev. Maye visit the vicinity this week to secure pledges for the 1907 tobacco crop. Growers should be ready to sign up as reports must be turned in by April 24. A full board meeting will be held at the Phoenix Hotel in Lexington, followed by a barbecue on April 25.
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J. E. Swope
Maye W
Phoenix Hotel
Lexington
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Stonelick
State
Office For Correction
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Cincinnati Presbytery
Milford Music
Grand Jury
Lowell Roudebush
Catholic Chapel
Williamsburg Council
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Shore
Cincinnati Hotel
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