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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1944

Page

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Sixty Eight Inductees Leave This Week

Local boards announce numerous registrants accepted for Army Pre-Induction and Limited Service and Navy Pre-Induction. Names cover communities including Batavia Amelia Felicity Cincinnati and Dayton with addresses and service branches listed.

Clarence L. Boggs Wm. L.dumford Mt. Washington Wm. E. Bilby Carl M. Faulkner Lee R. Sears Stanley E. Shepphard Batavia Vincent J. Conberger Rossmayne Grant E. Cooper Jos. M. Davis Lawrence E. Davis Wm. J. Smith Milford Bernard Dean Tes Washington Harold M. Evanshine Son Arthur E. Nelson Norfolk, Va Geo. R. Sontag Miamiville Seaman B. Wadsworth Windsor St Cincinnati Chas. M. Whit- Wade McDaniel Lexington Jas. W. McMullen Camp Denni- Marathon Wm. L. Dumford John J. Hall Herman C. Quiel Amelia Leonard W. Glenn Indian Hill Ovid N. Green Coraddale August Grisham Branchester Steven R. Hill Charles Hornsby Otis C. Steele Loveland Kimbel E. Holland Plainville Ton Goshen Army William Harold Reinhardt Elbert Victor Sells Bethel Ernest Bryce Blankenship Edwin Bloyd Brill Eugene Eckart New Richmond French Smith Sammons James Roy Miller Albert Paul Mosbacker Lewis Jefferson Danbury Johnnie Russel Shelton Williamsburg Gaylord Howard Lanham Felicity Abner Murphy Lykins Sharonville George Homier Smith, Jr DeVon Waldorf Althaus Navy Midward Lee New Richmond Gilbert Sarnia

Rotary Club Holds Election At Batavia Meeting

Batavia Rotary Clubs elected officers for the year at the April 4 meeting. New officers are President Dr A B Ream Vice President Edmund D Parritt Secretary S L Larkin and Treasurer W B Miller. Rotarians attended the District Conference in Cincinnati on April 11 with Ream Parrott Nichols Smith Gregg Kramer Larkin Lewis and others.

Batavia Rotary Clubs A. B. Ream Edmund D., Parritt S. L. Larkin W. B. Miller Cincinnati R. F. Speidel Allen B. Nichols Hugh C. Nichols Claude B Smith James Gregg C. P. Kramer A. H. Lewis Edmund Parrott

Batavia Village Proclaims Ban on Dogs At Large

The mayor warns dog owners in Batavia that it is unlawful for dogs to roam streets or cause neighborhood disturbance. Upon complaint, the ordinance will be enforced and violators punished as stated by Mayor A C Mundew Sr.

Batavia A. C. Mundew, SR

Veterans Elect Officers in Clermont County Chapter 63

The Disabled American Veterans Clermont County Chapter No. 63 elected 1945 officers at its April 10 meeting led by Commander Lester Lauber. Other officers named include Chas D. Vaughn Sr Vice Commander Bernie Bernheiser Jr Vice Commander Russell Bogart Adj. Treasurer Joe Daley and more. Installation was done by Doc Bill Jennewein and District Officer Murray.

Disabled American Veterans of Clermont County Lester Lauber Batavia Chas. D. Vaughn Bethel Bernie Bernheiser Milford Adj Russell Bogart Joe Daley Felicity Arlie Candel al Kistner New Richmond Art Red) Murray Doc Bill Jennewein Murray

Mt Carmel Glen Este Consolidated Schools Increase Salaries

Mt Carmel Glen Este Consolidated Schools retain all teachers for 1944 45 term with salary increases. Bus drivers and the cook receive raises. Principal Stanley Pattison says finances are sound and $1200 is allotted for new paper. The district’s PTA is Clermont County’s largest with 201 members and the cafeteria business reaches $5000 yearly. Enrollment stands at 286, up 90 in three years. Eighth grade commencement is May 17 at 8 p m and school closes May 22, 1944.

Mt. Carmel- Glen Este Cook Stanley £. Pattison Board of Education P.T. A Clermont County

Farm Bureau Membership Nears 40 000 Goal

Ohio Farm Bureau membership climbs to 37 846, just 2 154 short of the 40 000 1944 goal. Harry W. Culbreth, federation director, cites statewide county results and notes progress will likely exceed the target soon. He credits farmer unity and loyal members for the campaign’s success and the inviting slogan Neighbor, Join With Us.

Ohio Farm Bureau Harry W. Culbreth Culbreth Ohio Friendly Farm Bureau

Amelia Pre-School Round-Up Set for May 2

The Amelia Public School schedules its Pre-School Round-Up for May 2 at 9 a.m. Dr. A B Ream and Nurse Louise Buckner will attend. The event provides thorough physical exams for entering September students and informs parents of needed medical attention. every child must be accompanied by an adult.

Amelia Public School A. B. Ream Louise Buckner

Batavia Seniors Present The Mad Hatters Farce

The Batavia Seniors stage a three act comedy The Mad Hatters with musical numbers Friday night April 21 at 8 o clock. Tickets 35 cents and 15 cents available from class members or at the door. No reserved seats. arrive early for best seats.

Batavia

Mt Carmel Glen Este P T A Meeting Friday April 21

The Mt Carmel Glen Este P T A will meet Friday April 21 at 8 p m with a program on home health and health discussions. There will be enlistment for the summer round up and the annual officer election. First grade mothers host under Mrs William Kurtinitis guidance.

Mt. Carmel Glen Este

Hayden Edwards Outlines Five Objectives for Congress

Hayden Edwards a Republican candidate for Congressman at Large in the May 9 primary outlines five goals for Congress including victory in war and postwar sovereignty. decentralizing New Deal bureaucracy. restoring free enterprise. and expanding private employment. Edwards a Columbus entrepreneur and former Navy air service member born near Oak Hill Jackson County Ohio has led a long career and is backed by state GOP as one of three candidates for the at large seat alongside two Cleveland contenders.

Hayden Edwards Congress Edwards Columbus Oak Hill Jackson County Ohio Naval Aviation Service American Legion Congregational Church Masonic Lodge Cleveland

Owensville Social Roundup Includes Visits and Club Events

Mrs. Wm. Rosselot hosted her bridge club on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Indian Hill were guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Craver. Pvt. Earl E. Fetter, visiting his mother Mrs. Rivena Fetter, is from Indianapolis. The Owensville Chapter of Eastern Stars held its annual inspection with many visitors from nearby towns and the Ohio Grand Chapter. Walter Krantz and Kenneth Duchemin, in the Army, are visiting their parents. Eileen McDaniel returned to Ohio University after Easter break.

Wm. Rosselot Bridge Club Charles Wilson Indian Hill John Craver Tech Gree Dix N. J Louis Gerard Earl E. Fetter Indianapolis Ind Rivena Fetter Henry Horn Batavia Woman’s Club Batavia Irma Ireton Lloyd Harlow Bethel Owensville Eastern Stars Williamsburg Marathon Mason Ohio Grand Hamilton County Walter Krantz Kenneth Duchemin Frank Krantz Oliver Duchemin Hoyt Ulrey Anna Ulrey Eileen McDaniel Ohio University Harold Koker

U. B. Church Announces Sunday Schedule

The United Baptist Church lists services with worship at 9 30 am and 10 30 am morning programs. Superintendent Russell Livengood and Minister Le Jenkins invite all to attend the services and Christian Endeavor program in the evening.

Christian Endeavor Russel Livengood LE. Jenkins

Instructions for safe stove piping and heat setup

The guidance advises burning seasoned wood and, if needed, repositioning the heater to minimize bends in the stove pipe. It warns to avoid sagging stovepipes and to wrap pipes in asbestos when passing through cold rooms.

Attic Floor Insulation Using Newspaper Wrapping Paper

The attic floor may be covered with newspaper or wrapping paper to help hold in heat. Building paper or other insulation may be tacked to the underside of the roof.

Newtonsville 4-H Elects Officers at Spring Meeting

The Newtonsville Running Stitch 4-H Club elected officers led by Emma Rogers. Officers include President Martha Anstaett, Vice President Bonnie Hill, Secretary Treasurer Virginia Van Camp, Recreation Leader Zanna Turner, and Press Reporter Virginia Byrne. April 22 meeting set at the leader’s home.

Newtonsville Emma Rogers Martha Anstaett Bonnie Lee Hill Virginia van Camp Zanna Mae Turner Virginia Byrne

Amelia Scouts Present Play Almost Summer

The Amelia Scouts stage a three act comedy on Friday April 28 at 8:30 pm. Admission 25 cents with proceeds benefiting the Red Cross.

Amelia Scouts the Red Cross

Summerside and Mt Carmel News Briefs

Mr. Harry Brown, recently in hospital, expected home Monday but bed bound for a period. Frank Brown critically ill at his Mt Carmel home. George Aicholtz visited with his parents. Pvt Wm Schneider Jr on 15 day furlough from Lynn Mass to report April 19 at Kelley Field. Edna Schneider birthday honored by A H Theis with a dinner for relatives including Wm Schneider Sr and others. Carl Roesger of Norwood spent Sunday with the Schneiders.

Harry Brown Frank Brown Mt. Carmel George Aicholtz Chas. Aicholtz Wm. Schneider, Jr Lynn Mass Kelley Field Enn Can Jay Schneider A. H. Theis Edna Schneider Wm. Schneider, Sr Pvt Wm. Schneider Grandma Schneider C. T. Wright Jack Irvin Bobby Irvin Carl Roesger Norwood

Funeral Attends Will Taylor At Bethel Church

Mt Holly reports many small items including Herb Thomas at a funeral for Will Taylor at Bethel on Saturday afternoon. Pvt Tony Reif of New Jersey took furlough home. Lillian Moore of Batavia visited grandmother Mrs Foozer. Honaker's new house nears completion. occupancy planned by May. Women’s Club gathering at Larada Inn featured Nina Behymer and Zuella Laub as hostesses. Janet Poe returns to school after measles. Mrs Katherine Offutt hosted twelve Athena Class members with program and lunch.

Herb Thomas Will Taylor Bethel Tony Reif New Jersey Lillian Moore Batavia Foozer Ellis Honaker Mesdames Grace Honaker Mary Fagin Fred Topie Page Dawson Woman’s Club Larada Inn Nina Behymer Zuella Laub Janet Poe Katherine Offutt Athena

Bricker's Record Highlights Governor Bricker as GOP Nominee Prospect

The record shows John W. Bricker, Ohio governor, as a strong Republican candidate. He served as village solicitor, Assistant Attorney General, on the Public Utilities Commission, Attorney General, and held three terms as governor. Notable acts include tax reform, debt payoff, budget balance, and wartime prep, with no scandal cited.

al Smith Ohio John W. Bricker Bricker Ohio Public Utilities Commission Public Utilities Commission

Clermont County Publishes WW II Vet Initiation and Health Drive

The Clermont County Tuberculosis and Health Association met in Batavia to report 2079.36 from 1943 Christmas Seals sales and elect officers including President Margaret Sprague. Twelve World War II veterans were initiated into the Clermont County American Legion at the Batavia Armory, led by Cincinnati Voiture 29 team with Commander Frederick Schmidt.

Clermont County Tuberculosis and Health Association Court House Batavia Margaret Wertzel Margaret Sprague Wm. S. Moore Virginia Aulen Earl B. Kinkaid Glen Hill C. C. Davison John Friend John Craver Hugh C. Nichols Margaret Wenzel Clermont County American Legion Armory Voiture 29 of Cincinnati Frank C. Oelerich Frederick Schmidt Frank Hartzell Joe Allen Wm. E. Bothwell Joseph Topmoeller Jake Rost Robert Dean

Clermont County Reports OPA Survey Shows Cooperation

Clermont County shows a cooperative stance toward the Office of Price Administration after a countywide food store survey. The first check March 13 to 18 found 26 of 96 stores compliant, with price comparisons and poster displays analyzed, and a recheck April 3 to 8 planned.

Clermont County Office of Price Administration OPA Clermont Chester Bowles Des Moines Sunday Register

Jewel Bedecked Fish Among Roman Aristocrats

Ancient Rome among elite classes, pet moray eels were adorned with jewelry. Records describe lavish displays and social signaling through underwater, jewel encrusted fishes.

Ancient Rome

Argentina adopts first South American cooperative legislation

Albis Co-operatives Argentina becomes the first South American republic to pass special legislation affecting co-operatives. One member of the national agricultural council must represent the country 646 co-operatives with 365 738 members. More than 50 cooperative newspapers publish in Argentina and farming dairying cotton wine fruit tobacco and yerba mate are represented by the co operatives.

Albis Co-operatives Argentina National Agricultural Council South America

Batavia Man Promoted to Corporal in Army

Paul L. Yeager has been promoted to corporal at army headquarters. He is married to Betty Yeager who resides on Rural Route 4 Batavia Ohio.

Army Paul L. Yeager Corporal Yeager Betty Yeager Batavia Ohio

Rationing at a Glance From War Time Guidance

Summary of ration stamps and fuel rules including Blue Red Sugar stamps for 50 15 and 5 pound limits. Gasoline coupons 4 5 valid through September 30 with license numbers required. Heating fuel and stove purchase certificates issued by local boards.

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Rotary Club Veterans Farm Bureau Hayden Outlines U. B. Church Summerside MT. Holly Health Assn
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