Auto Races Highlight Blanchester Fair Program
The Blanchester fair features auto races sanctioned by the American Contests Association to be run on half mile dirt tracks August 27. The column notes dirt track speed as a fair staple for over a decade, discusses safety and track conditions, and cites broader fair interest in motor racing alongside poultry and farm topics.
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American Contest Association
Blanchester
Contest Association
American Motor St
Chile
North Pacifc
New Richmond Businessman A J Clark Dies by Own Hand
A J Clark a longtime New Richmond merchant with grocery interests on Front Street died by suicide Friday afternoon amid mounting debt and unpaid charges. Wives and two children were visiting relatives in Michigan. the body was found in his kitchen and burial occurred Tuesday.
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A.J. Clark
New Richmond
Michigan
Clermont Health League Promotes Prevention in Schools
A historical bulletin urges parents and guardians to prioritize preventive care, arguing that preventable diseases burden children’s learning and future earnings. It warns neglect harms health, education, and community welfare, urging timely action for better well being.
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Ing
Boe Nein
Sonshine Club Holds July Meeting At Harlow Home
The Sonshine Club met at Mrs. Radmi C. Harlow’s home on Saturday July 28 1921. Four members and seven visitors attended including Mrs. Laure Myers and two daughters Wynona and Mildred Mrs. Maret Ruffner Mrs. Jane and Miss Merle Harbaugh. The group planned activities and shared fellowship despite sickness delaying the month’s gathering.
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Sonshine Club
Radmi C. Harlow
Laure
Myers
Daught
Wynona
Mildred
Mis
Maret Ruffner
Jane
Mies
Merle Harbaugh
Amall
Daluty
W.dlessant
Batavian Grant Dies in Gonzales Texas at 64
Poder BATAVIAN reports former Batavian Jewebb Grant son of the late John Grant died at his Gonzales Texas home last Sunday in his 65th year. His wife Halonges and family mourn him. Sister Mary Great and Miss Jeanle-Peon were with him. Jeanle-Peon left for the funeral. Grant was widely known in Batavia for his extensive involvement in lumber trades.
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Jewebb Grant
John Grant
Gonzales
Texas
Halonges
Mary Great
Jeanle- Peon
Griswold Reunion Car Shipment In Transit
A Lehigh cement carrier in transit near Griswold will seek pricing and clearance to proceed to the plant area. The report notes a delay or detour affecting the cargo route and timing.
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Lehigh Cement
Etter
Tral Aie
Fubr
Areran
Smebure
Musical Comedy in Williamsburg by Local Talent
Williamsburg residents present a musical comedy at the K of P hall on Thursday evening August 4 featuring The Duchess of Bluffshire, Italian opera bits, and modern songs. The 26 person cast includes 16 young ladies, four comedians, and three soloists with Martha Myer as musical director and Gladys McKeever in charge of costumes. Admission is 50 cents for orchestra seats, 2 cents for all other seats, with reservations at Hines’ drug store.
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Williamsburg
P. Ball
Duchess of Bluffshire
Coneiste
Francis McMatt
Chas
H Needham
Marthe Myer
Gladys McKeever
Orchestrveiicle
Hines’ Drag Storey
Wireless at Williamsburg Introduces Arlington Time
William sburg jeweler Wim DeMaugin becomes the town s first wireless station operator installing the device on the first floor of his shop He receives the correct time daily from Arlington Virginia and shares it free with the surrounding area An expert watchmaker and jeweler he is keen on the wireless technology
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Wim. DeMaugin
Williamsburg
Arlington
Boston Fair Promises Bigger, Better Event Without Politics
A reader invites attendance at the Boston Fair noting no political events this year. The message touts growing department participation and well-kept grounds, promising an engaging program as closing races and activities draw crowds.
Probate to settle large farm estate in Illinois
Word from Pans Illinois reports the death of Mrs. Bis B Cox aunt of Mrs. W J Snider and Mrs Marshall Roudebush leaving 860 acre farm land estate. Eight heirs receive income for 10 years via trust with an administrator. sale at 90 000 denied. Will probated this week. Rutledge mother of Mrs Spider attended funeral in Titinols. Heirs projected to receive 416 000 income. Administrator to manage farm property in future years.
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Pans
Illinois
Bis B. Cox
W. J. Snider
Batavia
Mra
Marshall Roudebush
Perintown
Rutledge
Spider
Beira
Batavia Concert Band Engaged for Georgetown and Boston Fairs
The Batavia Concert Band is employed to provide music for the Georgetown fair in early October, noted for its fine and up to date program. They will also furnish music for the Boston Fair, reinforcing their high reputation and in demand services.
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Batavia
Georgetown
Milan
Auto Ownership Law Notices and County Teacher Tickets
A fragmented 1921 era notice outlines motor vehicle ownership filings with the Clerk of Courts and a required bill of sale. It also mentions certified copies, assignment rules, and the sale of Institute tickets by the County Superintendent. The Clermont County teacher membership drive targets all local teachers and notes a large number attending normal schools.
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Cogite
Jess'm. Jordan
Clermont County Schoole
Clermont County
Batavian Man Receives Civil Service Road Inspector Commission
James N. Lewis of Batavia has passed the civil service exam for a road inspector position and has received his commission. He is stationed on the lower end of the Ohio pike under state supervision, with VanCamp Bros. as contractors overseeing rapid progress. State officials and Hoover urged a fall bond issue to aid unemployment this winter as work continues nationwide.
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James N. Lewis
Batavia
Ohio Pike
L. In
VanCamp Bros
Birthday Surprise Honors 80th Birthday in Pleasant Hill
Mrs. Josephine Hulick celebrated her 80th birthday last Sunday at home on the bill near Pleasant Hill. Relatives including C. Q. Leonard and many others attended with baskets and a fine dinner. The party also marked nephew C. Q. Leonard's birthday and drew guests from Batavia Covington Ban tam and Batavia with numerous Hulick family members in attendance.
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Josephine Hulick
C. Q. Leonard
Pleasant Hill
East Fork
Tom Hulick
Sarah
Pauline
Harris
Harold Peterson
City
Frank Hulick
Baum
B. F. Mull
George
Gaylord Hulick
Eva
Adah
Pearl Leonard
Batavia
Gas and Oil Company to Drill on Teal Farm
The Williamsburg Gas and Oil Company announces plans to drill for oil on the late T. C. Teal farm. Officers include GoW Adams president L W White vice president J B Cover treasurer and J W McKinney secretary. Capital is $10,000 with leases on numerous local farms. A geologist reports strong prospects and promotion by Adams notes long effort.
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Williamsburg Gas and Oil Company
Gow. Adams
L. W.white
V. Pres
J. B. Cover
Treas
J. W. McKinney
T. C. Teal
Adams
Cemetery Fund Meeting At Nicholsville Aug 20
Those with relatives buried in the Baptist cemetery at Nicholsville are urged to attend a meeting at the Baptist church there on Saturday August 20 at 2 o'clock p.m. The purpose is to secure persistent funds for care of the grounds and graves and to elect new trustees to manage the fund.
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Baptist
Nicholsville
Baptist Church
Public sale of Curlis Brothers property set for Aug 4 1921
The personal property of Curlis Brothers will be sold at public sale on the urlis farm near Marathon. The sale begins at 10 oclock. W. Bishop is the assignee.
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Curlis Brothers
Urlis
Marathon
W. ©. Bishop
Hillsboro Gleaning Up Law and Order Campaign
Hillsboro officials report a wave of arrests last week for autos violations drunkenness gambling bookmaking at the fair and other offenses. Fines were issued and paid as officers emphasize stricter enforcement and public respect.
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Hillaboro
General Rain Revives Crops Across County
General rain last week saved crops on the brink of withering and promises a strong late yield. Farmers expect late crops to come forth abundantly with renewed vigor and prospects for prices improving.
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Farm Bureau Notes
Yesteryear
L. Kilgore
Union
A. m
C. C. Marechal
Thos. Brooke
Wayne
Thos
Bauer
Pindell & Reynolds
Jackson
Chas. Avsteett
Harry Mefford
Fred Harvey
Tate
Clermont County Experiment Farm
Clermont Health League
Poder Batavian
Griswold Reunion
BAND
Hoover
J. B. Covert Masonic Lodge
Tobasdo
Hillsboro
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