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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1942
Page
4
A fragment from The Clermont Publishing Co. in Batavia Ohio notes weekly publication rhythm with editor Orville T. Minnich in charge. The line hints at a local newspaper’s ongoing production schedule and leadership.
Dr. M. Winston of Brown University argues against waste in any form and urges citizens and government to curb nonessential spending. He calls for reduced federal expenses, higher savings, and coordinated policies to avoid inflation while supporting the war effort. He contends drastic cuts in nonwar spending are possible if the public demands action.
The article cites the National Board of Fire Underwriters noting higher fire loss in early 1942 than 1941 due to war production. It argues fire is the 7th column harming war effort, urging every homeowner and worker to inspect property and remove hazards to cut the toll now.
Farmers argue that price controls are untenable without reducing operating costs. They note labor costs have risen two to threefold and skilled workers are scarce, so farm price increases are offset by higher overhead. Limiting farm prices must go hand in hand with cutting operating costs.
The piece notes more than 900 wars in 2,500 years and reports that private pilots with 16,500 planes flew 229 million miles in 1940, setting an all time American record.
Hamlet residents and relatives attend family gatherings and illnesses across Amelia Hyde Park Bethel Cincinnati Cincinnati area. hospital updates on appendicitis and illness. church benefit dinner held in Batavia for Catholic church. several reunions and guests from Claysville Nicholsville and Shady Lane Grove cited.
Mr Holly Marie Henke visited Mrs Russell Behym er in Camden New Jersey while Nick Repman Navy man in New York returned on furlough and surprised family. Nearby relatives Branel Re nels Yazell and Joe Taylor family visited. Taylor mourns nephew John Godly in Science Hill Kentucky. Community members gather for outings at the Zoo Roosevelt Lake and a birthday. church plans decoration and regu lar services on the 28rd.
Petroleum oils serve dual roles as insulation for underground high voltage cables and as heat transfer media in power transformers, highlighting their critical function in electrical infrastructure.
A shark with poor eyesight and limited nerve bites upright but its bite is less dangerous than a barracuda's. The action notes the creature's timid nature and weaker bite in comparison to its fearsome relative.
A simple reusable kitchen tool idea uses a common clothes pin split in half to create a pan scraper that won’t rust or scratch aluminum. The concept highlights low cost, readily available materials for kitchen maintenance.
Clermont County Commissioners to view proposed Fairmont Road on Franklin Nicholsville Pike. August 17 1942 at 10 A M meeting to view route and assess public interest. Final hearing August 24 1942 at 10 A M at commissioners office for affected parties. Blythe Jones Clerk.
Thomas Edward Cooper died June 30 1942 at age 74 after 54 years of marriage to Elizabeth Ford. He leaves seven sons and three daughters, 22 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and his youngest brother John. Born in Fleming County Kentucky, he moved to Amelia Ohio in 1918 and attended Newlife Christian church. His son Gilbert predeceased him sixteen years earlier. He was survived by his wife, children in Ohio Cincinnati Batavia Wilmington Cedar Rapids and military son Elton R Cooper. Watered stock origin noted with Dan Grew the Civil War cattle dealer.
Household cleaning fluids or ice can harden chewing gum for removal. The guide notes that chewing gum can be detached with these methods and suggests applying a hardening agent to loosen the sticky residue.
The hammerhead oyster, found in the Indian Ocean, is named for its hammerlike form and is a relative of the pearl oyster.
Sealed bids for lease of Batavia Fire Hall on Second Street for three years from Jan 1 1943 and Auditor ium of Municipal Building for three years from Dec 1 1942 will be received at the Village Clerk’s office until 12 noon Aug 29 1942. Bidders must furnish performance bonds and highest bidders win while council may reject all bids.
The annual election of Fair Board Directors will be held at the Fair Grounds on August 21 1942 from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm. One director for a three year term from Goshen Washington Franklin Pierce Batavia and Stonelick townships will be chosen. Clermont County residents age 21 with an Agricultural Society membership ticket may vote. J W Evans Secretary. The Clermont Co Agricultural Society.
Notice to all parties that August 3 1942 the court filed an Inventory and Appraisement of the Estate of Thomas E Cooper deceased Pierce Township. Hearing scheduled for August 29 1942 at 10 o clock in the forenoon. Exceptions must be filed at least five days before the hearing or be barred. Batavia Ohio. Orville W Halbisch Probate Judge. C N Young Attorney.
A county road petition in Washington Township Clermont County Ohio asks for establishment and relocation of a road near Big Indian Creek. Commissioners schedule hearings on August 1 and August 17 1942 at 11 AM to determine public impact and who may be affected by the proposed improvement.
John Lee Cooper of Amelia Ohio named executor of the Thomas E. Cooper estate late of Pierce Township Clermont County Creditors must file claims within four months or be barred Dated July 27 1942 Probate Judge Orville W Halbisch County Co N Young Attorney
Forrest E. Ely of Batavia Ohio named administrator of the Robert Garrison estate in Ohio Township Clermont County Ohio. Creditors must file claims within four months or be barred. Dated July 13 1942 Prelate Judge Ew and Ely Attorneys.
The text explains that a single radium particle dispersed by an aerial bomb could render a location unsafe for years. It also lists the Great Lakes as Superior Michigan Huron Erie and Ontario, noting Superior is the longest at 350 miles.
Eva Sav of 616 W 9th St Cincinnati Ohio named administratrix of the estate of Estel Talley deceased late of New Richmond Clermont County Ohio. Probate judge Orville W Halbisc r dated July 24 194%. Attorney Harry Britton handles the matter.
Harold T. Nixon petitions for divorce citing gross neglect of duty in case 20762 in the Common Pleas Court of Clermont County Ohio. The hearing is set for on or after August 20 1942 and attorney Clarence N Youngs represents the plaintiff.
Clifford Rodgers has filed for divorce against Maudie Rodgers on grounds of gross neglect of duty in case No. 20761 in the Common Pleas. Hearing to be on or after August 20, 1942. Clarence N. Young is attorney for the plaintiff.
The estate of Lizzie Talley of New Richmond Clermont County Ohio has appointed an Administratrix. Dated July 24 1942 Probate Judge. Harry Britton Attorney.
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