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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1936

Page

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Auto Crash Kills Two In Ohio Kentucky Trip

A Bethel Ohio woman and an Augusta Kentucky man died in a Sunday night crash near a sharp curve between Ripley and Georgetown. Clarence Claypool 30 and Mrs Anna Sauers 24 died. Claypool killed instantly, Sauers died before aid arrived. Bodies taken to Steen and Kennedy funeral homes.

Bethel Ohio Augusta Ky Ripley, C Anna Sauers Clarence Claypool Augusta, Ky Claypool Sauers Kennedy Steen Augusta Ripley Georgetown

Golden Wedding of Mr and Mrs Robert Cain in Hamlet Ohio

Mr and Mrs Cain celebrated 60 years of marriage with a large birthday club gathering in Hamlet Ohio. Relatives and friends from Kentucky Ohio and Ohio towns attended a 69 guest dinner. Rev Hazelwood officiated a second ceremony and a 62 inch cake adorned the table as guests presented gifts.

Robert Cain Hamlet Ohio Chicago Claysville Cleveland Covington Bond Hill Norwood Lillick Laurel E. K Hazelwood

Clermont County Fair Announces Pet Show and Contests

The amusement committee of the Clermont County Fair Board adds a Boys and Girls Pet Show for under 18, a slipper kicking contest for women over 20, and a family badge offering access to all three fair days. The pet show is set for Wednesday afternoon August 19 and the slipper event for Thursday afternoon. Family badges cost 1.50 and cover man and wife plus children under 18.

Clermont County Fair Board

Two Endorsed For Local Jobs In Clermont Pension Office

At a Democratic central committee meeting Marcus EB Chandler of Milford and Mary Frances Roberts of New Richmond were endorsed for two openings in the Clermont Old Age Pension office. Chandler received the investigator post and Miss Roberts the stenographer position.

Democratic Central Committee Marcus Eb, Chandler Milford Mary Frances Roberts New Richmond Clermont

Moscow Ladies Plan Annual Chicken Dinner

The Ladies' Aid of the Moscow M. E. Church will hold its annual chicken dinner in Moscow on Thursday night August 27. The event is a local institution and usually draws a large crowd with serving beginning at 5 p m.

Ladies’ Aid Moscow M. E Moscow

County School Board Recommends Opening After Labor Day

The Clermont County Board of Education met Monday at the office of County Superintendent Frank B. Hoggatt and approved a resolution urging county schools to open for the fall term on the Tuesday after Labor Day.

Clermont County Board of Education Frank B. Hoggatt

School Buildings Sold At Auction In Batavia Township

Five rural school buildings abandoned after a consolidation were sold at auction for 1717.00. Sheriff G G Auxier bought Elmwood Olive Branch and Elklick for 1008.00, 600.00, and 90.00 respectively, while Mrs Geo Pribble bought Afton for 503.00 and Mrs Minnie Moore took Greenbrier for 206.00.

Batavia Township A. M. Ellis Lott Hulick G. G. Auxier Elmwood Olive Branch Elklick Geo. Pribble Afton Minnie Moore Greenbrier E. F. Mays Auxier

Spring Grass Seedings Urged by County Agent

Roys junty Agricultural Agent warns that delaying fall grass seeding harms next year's hay and raises weed growth and erosion risk. Battles recommends reseeding this fall with oats rye or wheat stubble turned to grass, plus timothy orchard grass alfalfa and clovers where suitable. Timothy and orchard grass should be sown before Sept 1 for best germination and moisture conditions.

Roy Junty Battles

Auto Injuries Prove Fatal

Alonzo Reed a Felicity school custodian died at his home after injuries from a Saturday crash on route 222 between Felicity and Pt Isabel. Reed suffered a skull fracture and severe bruises and did not recover.

Alonzo Reed Felicity Isabel

Joseph Letty Arrested for Peeping at Wood Street Home

Railroad section hand Joseph Letty was arrested Wednesday night on a loitering warrant sworn by Louis Schraffenberger, superintendent of the new county courthouse, after being caught peering into his Wood Street home at 9:30 pm. Marshal Kain took him to county jail. a Saturday hearing before Mayor Wise imposed a $5 fine and costs plus 80 days in jail, the last remitted, amid town indignation.

Joseph Letty Lou Schraffenberger New Court House Wood Street Marshal Kain J. M. Wiseman

Judge Disposes Of Four Cases

Judge Charles G. White disposed of four cases last week. Val Benedict pleaded guilty to burglary and was sentenced to the Ohio Penitentiary for 1 to 3 years. Arthur Cobb pleaded guilty to larceny and received an 8 year deferred sentence. Harold Clark pleaded guilty to non support and got a three year deferred sentence with $10 weekly child support. Clarence Robbins pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated and failure to stop and received a six month deferred jail sentence plus suspended driving rights for six months. Barles Bryant, a former CCC enrollee now in Batavia jail, awaits grand jury on auto theft charges. Bryant’s marriage occurred in the probate office, but he was returned to jail. his mother and bride left for Covington. Bryant is charged with stealing a 1928 Chevrolet owned by Fred Horstman. He was bound over to the grand jury under $1000 bond.

Charles G. White Val Benedict Ohio Arthur Cobb Harold Clark Clarence E. Robbins Barles Bryant CCC Bethel Camp Batavia Orville Halbisch E. L. Smith Batavia U. B Bryant Ae Zoller Covington Fred Horstman Mt. Moriah J. M. Wiseman

Courthouse Furnishings Push Court Office Budget

The article notes worry over equipping the new courthouse and urges full cooperation between current officials and the Commissioners in spending through year end. The Clermont County Bar Association forms a committee to assist in outfitting the building efficiently.

Court House Clermont County Bar Association

Housewife voices concern over hidden taxes and political choices

A letter from a housewife expresses frustration that indirect taxes hit families hard, noting purchases are taxed multiple times. She contrasts Roosevelt and Landon, praising Landon’s apparent common sense and urging American housewives to engage in politics to protect their families.

Mr. Landon

Bricker Endorsed by Scripps-Howard Papers in Ohio

Scripps-Howard papers in Ohio back Attorney General John W Bricker for governor with an unqualified endorsement citing his leadership. The endorsement notes Ohio needs his type of leadership and shifts away from the opposing candidate. The piece contrasts Roosevelts New York surplus era with deficits after his move to national office.

Scripps-Howard Ohio John W. Bricker Duke of Kent Bricker Franklin D. Roosevelt New York

Garden party planned by South Union Civic Association

The South Union Township Civic Association will sponsor a garden party at Williamsville Community Hall on Saturday afternoon and evening August 15th. Features include fortune telling by Coffee Mary, a fish pond, a mystery booth and a side show. John Pink's Orchestra will provide music and refreshments will be served.

South

Roosevelt Adds Over Fifty Bureaus to Government

The president promised a 25 percent cut but has expanded the national administration by creating more than 50 new bureaus expanding federal operations and oversight.

Rosevelt

Four H Clubs Meeting Notes From Aug 6 and Jul 22

Shamrock Sewers met with Barbro on August 6 with seven members present. They discussed regular business and each other's work, adjourned after refreshments, and sang games outdoors. Bh Pi met July 22 and 29 with one member attending. Lawn Ruth Butler attended. the Olive slippers meeting was held August 6 with attendees and arrangements to attend Clermont.

Shamrock Sewers Barbro Clermont

Carmel Modern Cooks 4-H Plans Fair Exhibit

Modern Cooks 4-H Club met at the school house on July 30 with regular business and the secretary’s report. Plans were made to exhibit at the fair. Next meeting scheduled for August 6 at 11 p.m. Carnel’s Flying Needle 4-H Club met July 30 with regular business and a demonstration by Hazel Phillips. Meeting set for August 6 at the school house.

Carmel Modern Cooks School House Carnel Hazel Phillips

Owensville 4 H Club Meets at School House

Owensville 4 H club met July 21 at the school house with Wm Benton presiding. Roll call and minutes approved. A Wiener roast and hike were set for August 4. Members were led in recreation in the school auditorium by Mr. Lemon. Arthur B Baas.

Owensville School House Wm. Benton Lemon Arthur B. Baas

4 H Forward Workers Meeting and Picnic Notes

4 H Forward Workers held a July 23 meeting with 19 members and 5 visitors. They had a lunch with ice cream and orangeade served by the hostess. An all day meeting and picnic lunch occurred, dated July 6, with Phyllis Humphreys. Hearts O Gold Flower Club met at Marie Lohrum's on July 80th. After the regular meeting they discussed the County Fair exhibit and checked the records, with a delicious lunch. They adjourned to Christina Paff's on August 8.

4-H Phyllis Humphreys Hearts O’gold Flower Club Marie Lohrum Christina Paff’s

All American Girl 4-H Club Meets for Skin Care Talk

The All-American Girl 4-H Club met at Christina Paff's on July 30 with 5 members answering roll. Discussion focused on care of the skin. Next meeting on August 4 at Aileen White's with topic care of the hands and lunch served. The Peter Pan 4-H Club met at Charlotte Chandania's home on August 6. roll called with favorite pastime, and a Demonstration Team chosen. Refreshments by hostess assisted by Catherine, Margaret Brown, and Ruth Beckett. Ad journed to meet August 10 at 2 P M at Kathryn Townsley's home with leader.

Christina Paff’s Aileen White’s Charlotte Chandania Catherine Margaret Brown Ruth Beckett Kathryn Townsley

Community Market Sale and Ice Cream Social Planned

The U B church schedules a market sale and ice cream social in Town Hall park next Saturday afternoon from 2 PM to 8 PM. Bargains will cover a wide range of market goods and include ice cream and cake for sale.

U. B Town Hall Park

Bricker to Speak at Adams County Homecoming

Attorney General John W. Bricker a Republican candidate for Ohio governor will be the principal speaker at Adams County homecoming Labor Day at Serpent Mound Park near Peebles. Bricker will speak in the afternoon with M D Brooks of Peebles as secretary of the homecoming organization.

John W. Bricker Ohio Adams County Serpent Mound Park Peebles Bricker M. D. Brooks

Ely Returns from Camp Knox Assignment

Forrest Ely acting prosecuting attorney in Roberts absence returned home Monday from Camp Knox.

Forrest Ely Frank A. Roberts Camp Knox

Clermont County Increases Old Age Pension Payroll

Clermont County will raise its old age pension payroll by about 1600 dollars in August under a state order. Awards of 20 dollars or more rise to 30 dollars. awards under 20 dollars rise by 10 dollars. Excludes private charitable and fraternal homes. August checks go out September 1. subsequent months’ checks follow on the first of each month.

Clermont County Wm. Dowdney

Reds Rally To Sweep Doubleheader And Streak

Charley Dressen’s Reds refuse to quit after losing Myers and Kampouris, blasting the Gas House Gang Cardinals with forty hits and twenty two runs in a Sunday doubleheader to tighten their hold on fourth place. Ray Davis shines as Kampouris eyes a quick return while ticket info goes out for a Crosley Field Sunday twin bill.

Cincinnati Charley” Dressen Reds Pittsburgh Keystone Myers Kampouris Redleg St. Louis Charley Dressen Cardinals Crosley Field Chicago Cubs Charley Grimm St. Louis Cardinals Straits Cigar Store 6Th Walnut Sts Billy Myers Billy Ray Davis Southern Association

Philadelphia convention opens with echoed Liberty Bell toll

The Business Chronicle notes the Democratic office holders convention began informally with a rubber mallet tap on the Liberty Bell, evoking the era of the rubber dollar and rubber stamp congress as a symbolic start.

the Business Chronicle Philadelphia

Republican Rally Draws Fine Crowd in New Richmond

The New Deal era rally drew 600 to 700 attendees at the New Richmond school auditorium with Judge John W. Haussermann and Carl Rich as speakers. GOP organizers report growing momentum ahead of November 3, with a Milford meeting planned for September 3. Rich attacked Roosevelt and New Deal policies while Rich defended American values, and Emory Smith urged electing non rubber-stamp congressmen. The Milford event will feature a prominent speaker yet to be announced. The Milford high school band performed and Mrs. John W. Hausserman was honored with the Republican theme song Oh Susanna. Ice cream and cake were served afterward.

Roosevelt Farley Tugwell New Richmond School John W. Haussermann New Richmond Carl Rich Cincinnati Republican Central Committee Milford School House Tammanize America Rich Roosevelt and Company John Hayden Lena Kearns John Martin Emory Smith Portsmouth GOP Milford High School John W. Hausserman Kansas

Woman's Club Notes East Fork Farm Meeting

East Fork Farm Woman's Club met at Mrs. Ida White's home August 6 with 17 members. Topic This and That led by Mrs. Anna Maham. Readings by Carmilla Williams Gladys Ashton Montie Binkley Ethel Davidson Lena Budo Edna Ballard. Helen Holman won the word contest prize. September meeting at Mrs. Montie Binkley and Elizabeth Combs home. Pie for members and families. Aug 28 Lake, Pot luck lunch at Florence Satler grounds.

East Fork Farm Woman's Club Ida White Anna Maham Carmilla Williams Gladys Ashton Montie Binkley Ethel Davidson Lena Budo Edna Ballard Mise Helen Holman Elizabeth Combs Ie Lake Florence Satler Grounda

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