28 Dec 1887
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1887
Page
1
The Courier editor argues against moon farming, noting that moon phases do not influence weather or crop yields. He explains that changes in the moon are mere apparent positions and urges reliance on astronomy and standard farming practices for fertility and yields.
A wide array of holiday events fills Clermont area: Christmas trees and treats at Felicity, Batavia, Goshen, and Loveland schools. church cantatas and programs in Felicity, Batavia, and Mt. M.E. churches. Santa appearances at several chapels. oyster suppers in Kentucky-and-town venues. weddings and district entertainments mark Christmas week with strong community turnout.
Mrs. M. A. Beekman’s home in Barden Scioto county hosted the December 22 marriage of Miss Olie Beekman to W. H. Williamson Western Union telegraph operator at Williamsburg. Thirty to forty relatives attended with costly remembrances as the couple plans housekeeping in Williamsburg and gains local good wishes from Clermont friends.
Mrs. Phabe Chesley Peterson of Clay county recounts recovery from long kidney trouble and lameness after using Electric Bitters. She reports being 78, previously unable to dress herself, now free from pain and able to do housework with thanks to the remedy sold at Produce drug stores in Williamsburg and Walker's Batavia.
In our village Darbys Prophylactic Fluid was used for disinfecting the College buildings. The disease never went beyond a single case, either in the College or elsewhere, where the Fluid was used. Darbys Fluid dispels all forms of epidemic poison by destroying the spores or germ Polaon that causes contagion.
Hon. D. E. Fee a prominent Clermont county figure dies from heart disease. Born Felicity 1832, he built a business and banking career, served as Clermont treasurer, and held statewide posts. Funeral set for Thursday at 1:00 pm in New Richmond with burial there.
F and Etta Troy Jones wed quietly last Sabbath at Olive Branch with family consent. The bride is the daughter of George Troy. the groom, a bookkeeper at Niles Tool Works in Hamilton, Ohio, and son of Robert Jones. The couple will begin housekeeping in Hamilton as friends wish them happiness.
In Ohio v William Woodas and Ohio v John Kinsey both jury trials ended with acquittals. The Covalt will case concluded in court Friday, while Watson v James Watson for assault at Felicity school opening resulted in a not guilty verdict after the jury deliberated Tuesday. Townsley and Robinson's in Batavia listed as storers.
The Covalt will case concluded Friday with a jury verdict for George W. Covalt. The will from Mrs. Mary C. W. Covalt barred Catholic heirs and favored the trustee John Combites, with subsequent litigation over the estate and a likely substantial legal fee for Nichols & Nichols and H. J. Buntin.
A severe train wreck last Thursday near Bloody Run involved Northern line train No 14 and the Ohio and Northwestern morning express. Injuries ranged from broken legs to bruises. several passengers including engineers and conductors were hurt. officials dispute orders and a relief train cleared the wreck by 6:30.
The Odd Fellows of Williamsburg held a lodge room supper Monday night described as of Keppler's or Delmonico's quality. Oysters turkey fruits cakes and confections were served with festive decorations and music by visiting ladies, entertaining members and guests.
Mr W H Morgan of Lake City Florida suffered a severe cold and coughing fits that worsened into consumption. After trying many remedies he found relief with Dr King's New Discovery and recovered after using about ten bottles. The ad claims it guarantees results and offers a free trial bottle at J B Walker's Williamsburg and W R Walker's Batavia.
Last week Alonzo Daley received a pension of $6.00 monthly with 28 years back pay. Joseph Potter secured $8.00 monthly plus 28 years arrearages. Pensions for George Myers James McMurchy and Ebenezer Crist were increased, secured by Major E. G. Penn U S Pension Attorney of Amelia Ohio. William Dare’s pension rose from $10 to $16 thanks to attorney William McK Barns of Williams burg Ohio. Samuel Newberry of Batavia found a pension in his stocking Christmas morning despite Jimmy Campbell.
The Soldiers' Relief Commission allocated 2200 among 73 Clermont county indigent soldiers widows and orphans at 3 75 monthly for eight months next year leaving a fund for extreme cases. The money comes from a two mill levy approved last June by County Commissioners under a General Assembly act. John G Inwin of Williamsburg will manage Hon B B Holmes store during his Columbus trip. Treasurer Anderson reports a light rent after last week’s rush.
Sick-Byron Marsal and six cases of typhoid fever at John Chenowith's. Protracted meeting closed at MazZ church with five accessions. Hermon Must of New Boston visited. Oyster supper at Henry Roselot's. Young folks party at Nicholas Nice's. Miss Bel Pust holidaying with New Boston friends. Will Sagocs and family from Newtown visit this week.
Miss Ella Lytle spends holidays in Cincinnati while farmers haul hay to town. Miss Ella Davidson visits Milford kin and hosts Christmas Eve gathering. MEK church ladies serve a supper at Mrs Leever’s. receipts total 30.50. Monterey band provides music. Mr KE Rhodes of Williamaborg visits Mr Marsh. Presbyterian Sunday school held a Saturday evening entertainment with a decorated tree and presents.
John Goodwin outs land to Bert Thomas and William Hendrixon finishes a new barn. Mt. Tabor schoolhouse sold to George Dulen lus for dwelling. Mrs Hendrixon rejoices in new possession. Holidays bring Cincinnati visitors and Kentucky relatives. A pension agent aids Mrs Benny Philippa. a horse frightens and damages a buggy. Christmas events, cemetery improvements, and local entertainment fill the week.
Ad claims curing many ailments from sores to ulcers with guaranteed results. Mentions sale via Birge to Bwainer and J B Walker in Wallamsburg. OCR errors obscure exact locations and names.
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