Christmas Then and Now in a Nation at War
A reminiscence on Christmas past versus present shows children’s joy remains, despite comforts changing, while wartime sacrifice persists. The piece contrasts domestic nostalgia with Korea’s conflict and warns that freedoms protected by the Constitution must be actively defended. It cites the Archives Building and President Truman, urging vigilance to prevent a future tomb of liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Korea
Congress
Washington
Clermont Day by Day Chronicle of 1891 Events
Historical notes recount December 26 1891 death of Maria Hamilton Brown wife of Daniel Forton buried Laurel Cemetery. Also dates mark Brown County formation 1817 and Ohio statehood era court sessions at Williamsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Hamilton Brown
Daniel Forton
Laurel Cemetery
Brown County
Adams
Clermont Counties
Ohio
Williamsburg
Gifts to Christ reflect centuries of wisdom and mission
A reflective piece on gifts to Christ, from Bible translation to global Christian support, stressing how translation work, scholarly input, and resources sustain worldwide faith. It contrasts worldly wealth with spiritual wealth and notes Christianity as an international faith beyond America, citing diverse believers and historical figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Christ
Revolution in France and US Monroe Doctrine debate
Reading summary from foreign dispatches reports Louis Napoleon’s power move and potential global stir, with commentary on Prussian clerical control of schools, Monroe Doctrine fears, and US readiness for conflict. The piece recalls a sunless day of gloom, Batavia lights, and a Wayne camp site dedication with pioneers. Marriages listed include James G. Combs and Grace W. Christman among Bethel residents.
Local Notes Include Obituaries and Social News
Sympathy extends to Rev and Mrs Harlan in the passing of her father in Zanesville. Attinger will be held at Mrs Wm Long’s home. Miss Rose Marie Attinger and Mrs Joyce Shreves hosted a bridal shower for Norma. WSCS met at Mrs Attinger’s December 18. Anstaett family attended a state grange meeting. A fall from a house left a man hospitalized. Mrs Elvina Werner has recovered from surgery. D Boyd of Lookout and party enjoyed Friday night. County home demonstration Christmas party held at Wil Mathsburg church December 16. Verner Sellers Jr of Milford was among 2000 Far East Army veterans who docked at Seattle aboard General Howze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan
Zanesville
Attinger
Wm. Long
Rose Marie Attinger
Joyce Shreves
Miss Home
Norma
WSCS
Carl Anstaett
State Grange
Our Lady of Mercy Hospital
Mariemont
Elvina Werner
Wilmington Hospital
D. Boyd
Lookout
Jance Long, Jr
Bill
Hunters Field
Savannah
Milford
Cpt
Verner H. Sellers, Jr
Route 1
Seattle
Howsze
PTA Social Set for Withamsville Saturday Evening
Withamsville-Tabasco PTA hosts a social at the school Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 30 p.m. Francis Stevens will call square and couple dances and a cake walk. For details contact Noah Wright Batavia 21482 or Jim Brown Batavia 5359.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Withamsville
Withamsville-Tabasco Pta
Francis Stevens
Noah Wright
Batavia
Jim Brown
Joyful 4-H Club Hosts Christmas Party in Goshen
The Joyful workers 4-H Club held its annual Christmas party in Goshen with members enjoying games songs and treats. Leaders noted strong turnout and community spirit as youth shared project progress and holiday cheer.
New Year's Eve Dance at VFW Post Planned
New Year's Eve dance will be staged at the VFW Post with music by Jim Moler and his orchestra. Reservations accepted from Charles Lea George Longworth Everett Rigdon and Bill Ulrich.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felicity
O—A
VFW Post
Jim Moler
Charles Lea
George Longworth
Everett Rigdon
Bill Ulrich
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