Corn Boys Travel for Washington and New York Tour
Ralph Morymer recounts the Corn Boys Special sixth annual tour departing Batavia Ohio December 14 1917 with 995 participants. The group visited Pittsburgh Washington New York and returned home aboard purchased trains enjoying White House reception by President Wilson and tours of national landmarks and landmarks including the Capitol Library Arlington National Cemetery and the Astor Hotel banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Ohio
Horror Courier
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Commercial
White House
President Wilson
Corcoran Art
U. S
John Barrett
Washington Monument
Department of Agriculture
David F. Houston
Secretary of Agriculture
National Museum
Congressional Library
Stanford K. White
Harry Thaw
D. A. R. Hall
Atlee Pomerene
Harding
N. D. Baker
Herbert Hoover
Admiral Dewey
Mt. Vernon
Washington
Virginia
Potomac
Capital
Ft. Meyer
John .Purroy Mitchell
Greater
New York
Aquarium
Wall Street
Trinity Church
New York Harbor
Germany
Chamber of Commerce
Hotel Astor
Hee Theatre
Nat Willis
Clermont county forms Fuel Administrators Advisory Committee
The Fuel Administrators Advisory Committee of Clermont county, appointed by the State Fuel Administrator, has organized with headquarter s at Batavia. It includes P. F. Jamieson, Paul A. Pathe Jr, Fred Edington, Dr. L A Walton, James E. McKeever and others. The panel will advise the state on county fuel needs, regulate coal distribution and educate the public on fuel conservation, with districts overseen by committee members. Farmers are urged to cut and use wood, and coal shipments are expected to increase, while dealers are restricted to one ton per customer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont County
Batavia
P. F. Jamieson
Paul A. Pathe, Jr
Bethel
Fred Edington
Chile
L. A. Walton
Milford
James E. McKeever
Williamsburg
Stonelick
Union
P. A. Pathe
Tate
Franklin
F. Edgington
Washington
Monroe
Ohio
Pierce
Miami
Goshen
Jackson
Wayne
Questionnaires Mailed With Return Deadlines Announced
Questionnaires mailed to registrants specify return dates. Nos 1 to 123 must be returned by December 24 to Local Draft Boards. Nos 124 to 251 return by December 27. Nos 252 to 861 return by December 25. Nos 360 to 479 return by December 2.
Letter From Charlie Describes Camp Perry Radio School
Geo A Schwab reports his son Charles, serving in government work at Camp Perry Illinois, in the Radio company. He mentions initial quarantine and vaccination, notes some sickness among the men, and says Charles is attending the Radio school and will send a descriptive letter for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. A. Schwab
Charles
Camp Perry
Great Lakes
Illinois
Radio Company
Farmers Institute Program at Monroe Township
The Monroe Township Independent Farmers Institute schedules sessions at Spring Grove M E Church in Nicholasville on December 27 28 1891. Readings discuss lime dairy cattle feeding tree cultivation and conservation with talks by Rev A Dunn James A Spear and Lowell Hum. Music by orchestras and a Farmers Orchard profit talk close the program with committee appointments and a noon meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe Township
Independent Farmers’ Institute
Spring Grove
M. E. Church
Nicholasville
Thursdy
James A. Spear
New Vienna
Hall Roudebush
Bethel Williamsburg Batavia business men advertisements page
Readers are urged to inspect the holiday advertisements for Bethel, Williamsburg, and Batavia on the business page. A special invitation invites visits to local business houses, regardless of purchase, while noting the news department will be busy during the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethel
Williamsburg
Batavia
X mas cards seals booklets and folders at E B Scott Sons
Persons may obtain a dog license by mail by sending the county auditor one dollar for males and a second amount for females plus a description of the dog or dogs including color age hair and length. Include 3c postage. Cleona Searles auditor.
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X-mas
E. B. Scott & Son’s
Cleona Searles
Fox Drive Plans Perfected and Officials Selected
In Batavia on Saturday December 29 1917 at 9 30 a m Col C J Williams heads a Fox Drive planning team with routes along the Batavia bridge Cincinnati pike Olive Branch Centerville Ohio pike Hart wells corner Ulrey s run East Fork and back to Batavia. Foxes to be auctioned with half proceeds to Red Cross and half to catchers. Captains named for each line. Douglas Fairbanks feature at Paramount theatre December 27 with proceeds after expenses to Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col
C. J. Williams
Batavia
Batavia Bridge
Cincinnati Pike
Olive Branch
Center
Red Cross Fund
Fox
Ohio Pike
Col Whit Hartwell
Frank Rust
Wm. Davis
Chas. Rapp
Albert Channel
Allen Boles
Irvin Slade
T. Brooks
East Fork
Cliff Weaver
Ezra Seyler
Dick Atchley
Henry Horn
Douglas Fairbanks
Paramount Theatre
Armory
Owensville youth wins at Chicago stock show judging contest
Irwin Flishehel of Owensville, representing Clermont county, returned from Chicago as one of the winners in the stock judging contest. He credits the trip for experience and knowledge gained and thanks those who arranged it. The county fair board will cover the expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Flishehel
Owensville
Clermont County
Chicago
County Fair Board
Red Cross Nomica Fair Oak Branch Reports Volunteer Work
The Fair Oak Branch of Amelia American Red Cross organized to serve the community with 67 hospital shirts 6 dozen handkerchiefs 5 dozen arm slings 7 sweaters 6 scarves 4 pairs wristlets 1 pair socks and 18 comfort bags. Three entertainments were held and a lunch sale attracted many. A $5 donation from Mt Holly’s Ladies Helping Circle is acknowledged. Christmas membership drive set for December 22 at 2 p.m. at Mrs Walter Dolen’s home. all in the area urged to join and bring a member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Oak
Amelia American Red Cross
Ladies Helping Circle
Mt. Holly
Walter Dolen
Andrew
Holiday Adjournment Delays Congress Reopens January 8
Congress adjourned on Tuesday to resume business on Thursday January 8. The note mentions holiday travel and the boys will be home for the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Red Cross Contest Promises Prize for Township Winners
Jackson township to award two $24 gold pieces to a boy and girl who recruit the most new Red Cross members or secure Christmas donations by January 1 1918 Five new members at a dollar each or equivalent donations qualify a contestant. Tie shares prize. Basketball game Bethel vs Batavia high school postponed due to severe weather and bad rail transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Township
Red Cross
Ella Joseph
Treton
Armory
Bethel
Batavia
Red Cross drives for Christmas enlistment and aid
The Red Cross launches a nationwide drive aiming to enlist fifteen million members by Christmas Eve. The Batavia branch urges public support and welfare donations to fund hospital supplies and Christmas gifts for local service members. Volunteers have knit sweaters, scarves, and wristlets for Batavia boys and seek funds to sustain efforts. Call at Allen Nichols' office to obtain an R C service flag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
United States
Clermont
Theatavia Red Cross
Hospital
Batavia
Allen Nichols
R. C
Batavia School Notes Highlight New High School Heating
The new high school building housed all classes due to the old structure failing to heat in severe cold. The new heating system kept rooms comfortable all week. The Board of Education voted to sell a $600 bond to repair the old heating plant. John H. Zieler of Miamiville named as Miss Stoltz's successor. Elementary pupils plan an entertainment in the high school auditorium Friday at 2 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
John H. Zieler
Miamiville
Miss Stoltz
Popular Couple Ties the Knot in Quiet December Wedding
Deputy Sheriff Elton D. Miller son of Mr and Mrs Chas Miller and Miss Audry Boyce of Amelia daughter of Mr and Mrs A Boyce were quietly married Tuesday evening December 11 by Rev Wegner at the U B church. They will reside in Amelia and are popular with many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elton D. Miller
Chas, Miller
Audry Boyce
Amelia
A. Boyce
Rev. Wegner
U. B. Pirsonage
Officers Elected At Local Church Sunday School
Election results show Monroe Wiseman as superintendent and A T Johnson as assistant in the Sunday school. Marjory Halbisch and Ruth Dial become secretaries, A C Nash treasurer, Pearl Leonard and Dean Jeffries choristers. Epworth League officers include Forest Ely president, Francis Hulick secretary, Mrs L L Johnson 1st vice president, Helen H Rush 4th vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. BE
Monroe Wiseman
A. T. Johnson
Marjory Halbisch
Ruth Dial
A.C. Nash
Pearl Leonard
Dean Jeffries
Epworth League
Forest Ely
Francis Hulick
L. L. Johnson
Helen H. Rush
Williamsburg Grange Poverty Social Rescheduled for Dec 22
The Williamsburg Grange Poverty Social is postponed to Saturday December 22 because of weather. Attendees will enjoy a splendid evening and are advised to wear their old clothes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsburg
German preaching and church services advertised flyer
Sunday services announced at German and English churches with 10 15 a m and 7 30 p m sermons. Pastor E F Wegner and Rev R B Wilson lead activities including Sunday school and prayer meetings. weather notes hint at improving conditions and ongoing weekly gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. BE
R. B. Wilson
B. B
Astor
Gex
Gualen
Pastor
Oyster Supper Event Attracts Wide Community Welcome
Oyster suppers have been held for years and are seen as a pleasure. The event invites broad attendance with a warm welcome to all, as community members gather for the annual gathering and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge
Batavia Area News Briefs Remain Busy With Visits and Events
Hugh McAfee visits from Tennessee while Miss Helen Weaver from Cincinnati spends time with her parents. Local notables include Rev. Simpson of Eaton and Lieut OC Bonds of Camp Sherman visiting Batavia friends. Several births and engagements noted as families host guests and plan gatherings. The Batavia schools close for holidays. a clay pigeon shoot is announced near the N depot. A C G P traction line resumes after Sunday layoff. local auctions and job changes also listed.
Nation’s Courage and Resources Ready for War Effort
The passage asserts America's abundant courage and resources ensure success in the war if properly organized and efficiently used. It highlights strong economic and financial conditions, high national spirit, and resolve to endure sacrifices to complete the great national task God has called us to undertake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Postponed Glen Rose Hall Dance Due To Snowstorm
The Dec 8 dance at Glen Rose Hall Mt Carmel is moved to next Saturday December as organizers promise a holiday jubilee with Shockley’s American Legion Band from Cincinnati providing music. A large turnout is expected for the festive event.
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Glen Rose Hall
Mt. Carmel
Shockley
Cincinnati
Ohio banks suspend Christmas savings club plan
O N Sams president of Merchants National Bank informs the Ohio War Savings Committee the bank will discontinue the Christmas savings plan for the war effort. He urges customers to switch to thrift by purchasing war savings stamps and net campaigns, framing the move as aligning with national needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Retired Kansas Mayor Acknowledges State Agriculture Leaders
A Clermaton area resident and his son run the Allen Center stock farm, breeding Jersey cattle and Duroc Jerseys. The elder man, once mayor for two terms, served in the State Legislature and now presides over the State Board of Agriculture, with Ohio and Kansas noted for farm leadership. He offers to mail a free copy of the Board’s report to interested readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiy Roo Gate
Linale
Pungol
Ienaarpe
Kansas
Allen Center
Arpe
Ae Ears
State Board of Agriceture
Ramen An Directe
Ohio
Ures Bes
State Board
Youngest Attorney in State Passes Bar Exam in Columbus
Howard, eldest son of Judge Joseph of this place, passed the bar examination in Columbus last week with a fine grade. He has attended college 18 summers and is just 21, making him the youngest attorney in the state. Harry R. Britton of Williamsburg also succeeded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Joseph
Columbus
Harry R. Britton
Williamsburg
Thrift Stamps to fund the war and local games
A civic note urges teaching children to save for a patriotic goal using Government Thrift Stamps. Stamps cost 26 cents, postbooks hold 16 stamps, and a full book can be exchanged for five dollars in 1928. Also reported: Batavia High hosts Owensville in basketball opener at the armory with 10 cent admission. Obituary: John Tausch, former local baker, dies in Pittsburg Ohio. survived by widow and two daughters. Mrs. Tausch was formerly Rachel Vogt of Summerside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
John Tausch
Pittsburg
Ohio
Rachel Vogt
Summerside
Fred Innis Appointed Cadet at West Point
Congressman Kearns recommends Fred Innis for a West Point cadetship. Innis, employed at an Akron manufacturing concern, studied engineering at Ohio State University after Georgetown high school. His appointment brings pride to Brown County and his friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kearns
Fred Innis
West Point
Innis
Akron
Georgetown High School
Ohio State University
Fred
Snow Plow Ordinance Proposed for Batavia
A Batavia council proposal urges an ordinance to authorize a snow plow for sidewalks when snow reaches three inches or more. The plan would use citizen help with a horse drawn plow to clear all sidewalks, aiding widows and older residents and ensuring pedestrians stay on cleared paths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia Council
Fire scare at M. E. Church during service
During the morning service at the M. E. church Sunday a wood smell led to an investigation revealing a timber left in the wall by masons that had ignited from excessive heat. The timber was removed after stripping wains coating. Little damage occurred and Rev. Wilson resumed the service. Janitor Brinkman fixed the furnace, keeping the building warm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
Wilson
Brinkman
Bantam Grange Elects New Officers for Coming Year
The Bantam Grange announced its newly elected officers for the ensuing year with Thomas Brooks as Master and David Hook as Overseer. Ida Wilson serves as Lecturer, and Ruth Fletcher as Ceres. Other posts include Dora Trost Pomona and Gladys Mosbacker organist, with Douglas Pickens as secretary and Wm. Knight as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bantam Grange
Thomas Brooks
David Hook
Ida Wilson
Wm. Lakemire
Eldon Wilson
Douglas Pickens
Wm. Knight
O. T. Brown
Ceres
Ruth Fletcher
Pomona
Dora Trost
Flora
Rubama Brown
Gladys Mosbacker
A. F. Clark
T. A. Pinkham
Woodchoppings rise as fuel question drives activity
The article notes woodchoppings gaining popularity as a fuel issue grows. Men gather at cleared sites, where a portable saw mill operator converts felled trees into stove length. One worker can saw 76 cards per day.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Harry Aultman
Granges
Corn Boy Fund
Mr. Searles
Mr. i
Ralph Morymer
Fuel Committee
Charlie
Farmers’ Institute
Vegeeuerbeecbouens Thurman H
Charles W. Boltzell
Isencans
Lowell
T. Brown
County
Nay
Stowe
Pere
FOX Drive
RED Cross Nomica
Wits
Batavia School Notes
Grange Social
E. F. Wegner
U. i
Nicholsville
Ghia Wren
Hugh McAfee
Tennessee
Helen Weaver
Rev. Simpson
Eaton
OC. B. Bonds
Camp Sherman
Charles White
Mary Robb
A. I. Johnson and Family
Mrs Lloyd
Hulick
John Drummond
Merwin
John Cronin
Mt. Washington
Lowell Roudebush
T. C. Teal and Family
Elbert Glancy
Dayton
Ashburn
Norman Burnet
Howard Hancok
Cincinnati Hospital
N. . Depot
Bander
Gaylord
County Board of Education
Supt. Aultman
Ben Johnson
Great Lakes Training Station
J. D. Cline
Cleveland Farm
Hamlet
Laura Cade
Ohio Farmers Insurance Agent
Carrie Sullivan
Tilford
Eugene Boyd
Boys’ Industrial School
Lancaster
Aviation Corps
San Antonio
Tex
Melia Grange
Clermonters
Pial
Penny Bank
Batavia High School
Brown County
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