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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1888
Page
8
An assortment of Batavia news items with social notes and local notices. Includes examinations at the Board of School Examiners, horse and cattle ads, deaths such as Miss Kate Scatterday, and visits of residents like Ina Waddell. Also mentions Owensville pike progress, Sherman family death, local insurance rep, and a Dayton bird match result.
Ash-filled ground under a new gas heating furnace at Bel font wall mill caught fire from heat. A 60 foot by 20 foot clay trench was dug to halt the blaze and filled with clay. Fire did not interrupt furnace operation. a past similar issue required a $1000 trench. Other items note rail gauge changes, local obituaries, and upcoming events.
When you want any Books or Stationery or presents remember the old stand GeorGE E Stevens & Co s 80 West Fourth Street Cincinnati Blank Books of all kinds and headquarters for Books Rewards Lesson Papers etc for Sunday Schools dec 5 14 eow.
A reader asks why chess coverage is lighter while football columns emphasize brawn. The piece argues brains are as vital as death, while body strength needs cultivation and spectacle in football appeals more than a pawn loss. It notes unprofessional criticism and cites eye care ads and local promotions.
Dennis and Trasdale of Batavia advertise a holiday offering of fine shoes and other goods made to order with a satisfaction guarantee. They urge customers to select early to beat neighbors and note a new line of holiday merchandise on shelves.
Visit Dennis and Teasdalf’s opposite the Court House in Batavia to view the finest line of mufflers this season. The shop showcases 25 beautiful styles in silk and cashmere.
Bargain sale offers jackets at $2, children's cloaks and suits from $1 to $8, all wool fabrics and socks priced, fur caps and beds listed. Large selection includes Merino and all wool items, with several shoe lots and deep discounts on common sense Dongola and Kid leather offerings. Store Delay & Bon promotes unprecedented price cuts across apparel and accessories.
Announcement offers coats for ages 12 to 17 at 4.50 after former prices 7.50 and 5.75. Dennis Teasdale’s opposite Court and Batavia advertises the sale as a bargain. Also offered is a country store and dwelling with two acres at Glen Este Clermont County Ohio near the post office, with inquiries to Peter Brunaugh Olive Branch.
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