Retraction over signers of Clermont petition questioned
Angry Men interview county commissioners about signatures on a January petition aimed at restoring judgments tied to alleged county treasury withdrawals. Several officials seek erasure of their names after revelations of misrepresentation by Harry Moyer, with a decision postponed to next Saturday. Wilmington moves to private lighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont Democrat
Commissioners’ Journal
G. Bambach
Ripley
Ed Bishop
C. H. McNutt
Harry Moyer
Batavia Schools Earn First Grade Rating in County
Batavia schools receive a first grade rating in the county official bulletin issued by Commissioner Bonebrake. The notice singles out Prof Collins for dedicated service. A diploma from first grade schools permits admission to the State University or any college without examination.
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Bonebrake
Batavia
Hamilton County
Clermont
Goshen
Amelia
Bethel
Felicity
New Richmond
Williamsburg
Milford
Georgetown
Clinton
New Vienna
Branchester
Wilmington
Greene
Xenia
Highland
Greenfield
Hillsboro
Warren
Franklin
Lebanon
Collins
Hillsboro Board Rigidly Segregates Public School Buildings
Hillsboro's board of education has drawn a color line by ordering colored pupils into a separate building due to inadequate facilities for white children. The board claims the right to designate the school building for any child, in line with the Arnett law guaranteeing educational advantages, with colored parents reportedly offering no objection.
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Board of Education of
Hillsboro
Arnett
Teachers Reading Circle to Meet at Batavia School
The Batavia township reading circle will hold its next regular meeting in the Batavia school building Friday evening February 20 at 7 o'clock. Members should respond to roll call with quotations from Macbeth. The notice also lists assigned readings across Art of Teaching Industrial Evolution and Shakespeare. Electric Bitters praised by F J Green of Lancaster for indigestion and nervous debility with claims of improved health for wife. Nash's Pharmacy Batavia and J R Hicks Amelia offer the tonic.
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Batavia Township Reading Circle
Batavia
Mem Bers
Macbeth
F. J. Green
Lancaster
Nash
J. RB
Hicks
Amelia
Taxpayers push for publisher of delinquent tax report
The Clermont county debate centers on releasing the delinquent tax roll. Officials named include W. H. Wood Hamp, H. C. Speidel, A. M. Dimmitt, and H. P. Williams. Allegations claim lapses in notice and hiding records while critics urge transparency and accountability.
Arnica Salve Ends Runaway’s Harsh Ulcer
A runaway left with a severe leg ulcer that resisted four years of doctors and remedies, but Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured it. Advertised as effective for burns, bruises, skin eruptions and piles. Available at Nash's Pharmacy Batavia and J. R. Hicks Amelia for 25 cents.
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J. B. Orner
Franklin Grove
Lil
Bucklen
Nash’s
Batavia
J. R. Hicks
Amelia
Public Sale by James E. Shaw in Monroe Township
James E. Shaw will sell personal property at his residence one mile north of Franklin school house in Monroe township on February 12. The sale includes stock corn oats and farming implements of all kinds. In Wilmington Judge W W Savage died Friday night of pneumonia contracted last August. He was born in Brown County in 1851 served two terms as State's Attorney in Clinton County and was elected to the bench four years ago.
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Courier
W. H. Wood
Monroe Township
Tate Township
H. C. Speidel
Miami Township
A. M.dimmitt
Batavia
J. H. Barnett
Ohio
Dimmitt
Stephen Cramer
H. P. Williams
Felicity Corporation
Clermont County
Hamp
A. M. Dimmitt
Penn
J. H. Burnett
Mr. Will
C. W. Willsee
W. Guy Jones
Wiltsee
Jones
Harry
James E. Shaw
Franklin School House
W. W. Savage
Wilmington
Florida
Brown County
Clinton County
Joshua Silvers Dies at 91 in New Richmond Home
Joshua Silvers aged 91 died at his New Richmond home last week. He had been an Odd Fellow for 50 years and a citizen of New Richmond for four years.
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Joshua Silvers
New Richmond
Mysterious Circumstance Prompts Patent Medicine Pitch
A playful health ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy to keep vitality, claiming they gently stimulate lazy organs for better digestion and to prevent constipation. The 5 cent treatment is offered at Nash's Pharmacy in Batavia and J R Hicks in Amelia.
New Citizens Bank Opens in Felicity
A new Citizens Bank opens in Felicity on Monday of last week with President Mr. Hoover and cashier Mr. Waterfield. The institution starts operations promising a successful career and steady service.
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The
Citizens
Felicity
Hoover
Waterfield
Trouble in Warren County Bridge Fund Shortage Sparks Taxpayers Outcry
Warren county taxpayers fear a bridge fund shortfall running to thousands. Reported overdrawn balances, unpaid warrants of 6048.49, and old contracts totaling 6433.88 plus post 1902 debts near 4000 push total alleged indebtedness to 23952.14. Board members named include Oscar Edwards W.8 Stokes and Albert Brant. a Cincinnati printer's $500 job is criticized as duplicable for 75.
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Warren County
Oscar Edwards
W. 8. Stokes
Albert Brant
Cincinnati
Trolley Anthem Encourages Quick Scenic Ride in 1903
A poem dedicated to rail and trolley officials extols riding the trolley over steam trains and ships. It praises electric lines connecting farming lands to cities, urging simple, economical trips with words attributed to Rossmoyne, Ohio, dated February 7, 1903.
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Rossmoyne
Ohio
Deacon Jones Wins Mail Contract Bookends Milestone
Deacon Jones, a popular colored barber on Main and Second Streets, lands two mail transportation contracts worth 900 dollars each. The Latavia to Mulberry route and Moore's Fork route cover about sixty miles daily, service starting July 1 for four years. The community applauds the Deacon’s rise from adversity.
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Deacon Jones
Main
Second Streets
Sim Ellis
Deacon
Latavia
Mulberry
Moore’s Fork
George Town Grants Ten Year Electric Plant Franchise
The town council approves a ten year franchise for a company organized by Mr Single to build an electric plant. After ten years a joint appraiser chosen by both sides will value and the town or the company may take the plant at that value. Estimated cost 16000 dollars with 35 lights at 55 dollars per light per year. Franchises extend to street construction rights.
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Single
Drowned Ferry Captain Heroically Struggles Amid Flood Waters
Captain W L Thomas conducted an email ferry between Boutles ferry on the Ohio side and Augusta Kentucky during a high river last Thursday. He was swept away and drowned after a brave attempt to save his life. He was father of Mrs Shafe Boles of this place and longtime flower cultivator at Boutles ferry where he owned a large conservatory. Much sympathy is expressed for his family.
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W. L. Thomas
Boutles
Ohio
Augusta
Kentucky
Shafe Boles
Boudes’ Ferry
Attorney General Opposes County Fair Tax Burden
Columbus dispatch reports Attorney General Sheets deems the county fair tax unconstitutional. He argues the Legislature cannot force taxpayers to donate to corporations, striking down a law granting two cents per capita to county agricultural societies. In 1900 Clermont population was 33,553, yielding $671.66 yearly.
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Columbus
Sheets
General Sheets
Clermont
Albert Heinrici Store Set to Open in Batavia
The gentlemen's furnishing goods store run by Albert Heinrici and manager W. C. Griffith will open February 28 in Batavia. The stock includes underwear hosiery shirts neckwear corsets cuffs garters and more for men and a large line of ladies hosiery and shoes. Workmen place shelving as fixtures are prepared and Griffith will dress the attractive display windows. Public reception promises a cordial greeting and liberal patronage expected.
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Albert Heinrici
W. C. Griffith
Batavia
Griffith
Heinrici
Beal Law Election Set for Moscow on March 3
Notice of Beal law election at Moscow on March 3 proximo. Kidney disease claims more lives than any other illness due to its insidious onset. Foley's Kidney Cure advertised to prevent fatal progression if used in time. Sold by Dr. John Bann & Son Batavia.
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Foley
John Bann & Son
Batavia
Taree Traction Lines Near Batavia And Bethel
A railway overview notes the Ohio turnpike traction line expects completion to Batavia about May 1 and C G and P line to this location by May 30. The Ohio turnpike will also extend to Bethel by May 1 with Swing line from Milford later. Fares are described as very cheap and service highly frequent, minimizing walking and wait times.
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Ohio Turnpike
Batavia
Bethel
Milford
Retired editor Colonel Fitch Ends Notable 70-Year Career
Colonel Thos D Fitch former paper owner editor in antebellum days and longest employed book-keeper at Troy Wagon Works retires at seventy. His life praised for activity usefulness and generous retirement wishes are offered for a serene old age with frost yet kindness.
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Thos, D. Fitch
Troy Wagon Works
Busines
Ilis
The American Bride Adapts To Circumstances Quickly
A Cosmopolitan article argues that American brides adjust to their new social role faster than foreigners. It notes wives of farmers or capitalists readily adopt local manners and attire, illustrated by photographs of brides in wedding dress.
William L. Sapp Dies in Williams burg Area
William L Sapp aged 78 died Saturday near Williamsburg after a long Clermont County life born 1821 near Bethel. He leaves a widow and three sons including ex Commissioner Rees Sapp J L and Norman Sapp. Funeral Monday at Williamsburg M E Church with Rev Hawkins and Rev Daugherty. Burial in Williamsburg cemetery.
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William L. Sapp
Williamsburg
Clermont
Bethel
Monroe Township
Stonelick
Rees Sapp
J. L
Norman Sapp
M. E
Reva. Hawkins
Daugherty
Intercept
The
Baptist Church
Ash Wednesday Lent Observance Urged By Church News
A Church News Association circular urges Ash Wednesday observance as a day of humiliation and prayer with ministers guiding confession and repentance. It calls for open church doors for morning and evening services and prayers for renewed faith and the Holy Spirit, citing Lent beginnings on February 25.
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Church News Association
Resignation Sought From Deputy Clerk Joseph Larkin
Joseph Larkin was asked to resign as deputy clerk of the court of common pleas after nine years of service due to a drop in work. He is described as faithful and courteous, with a Washington township farm to operate. An ad for Chamberlain's Stomach & Liver Tablets appears alongside the text.
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Joseph Larkin
Court of Common Pleas
Larkin
Washington Township
Greene County Officials Accused of Illegal Fees and Unauthorized Loans
Examiner Wood reports Greene county officers drew illegal fees totaling 10000 in two years but not with fraudulent intent. 18000 was paid without legal contracts and 37000 in loans were negotiated in anticipation of taxes to cover overdrafts. Ex Prosecutor Nichols and Clerk Rice clashed in the auditor’s office over the report.
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Examiner Wood
Greene County
Auditor of State
Nichols
Rice
Time changes for teacher examinations published in Courier
The Courier lists new examination times for teachers. Examinations will occur on the first and third Saturdays in March, the first and fourth Saturdays in April, the third Saturday in May, and at the close of the Institute. Pattison law exams set for the second Saturdays of April and May.
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Courier
Anniversary Surprise for Seth Hutchinson and Wife
Friday night last Seth Hutchinson and his wife marked 25 years of marriage on Deerfield Road. A late visitor knock summoned a merry crowd bearing hampers and gifts, welcomed with laughter and cheer. The friendly surprise ended with refreshment filled evening and peaceful rest.
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Seth Hutchinson
Deerfield Road
Fire at Pegg Residence Quickly Extinguished
Fire at the home of C. W. Pegg yesterday afternoon started by a spark from an adjacent blaze. The fire brigade arrived within two minutes, and the hose played for 20 seconds to extinguish the flames. Damages estimated at about $50.00.
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C. W. Pegg
Georgetown youth wounded by accidental gun discharge
Archie Fishback of Georgetown was seriously injured in the arm and shoulder when a shotgun discharged accidentally Friday. His uncle John H. Fishback and wife traveled from this place to Georgetown as the wound worsened and the young man’s life remained in danger.
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Archie Fishback
Georgetown
John H. Fishback
Heel factory resumes work after large stock arrival
Many happy workers return to the heel factory yesterday as a large stock inflow enables continued employment for many months. Management shows determined intent to run the plant at full capacity for the benefit of both the business and its employees.
Beal law enforcement questioned in Hillsboro report
Hillsboro reports say the Beal law started January 1 and most pre election saloons still operate. Drunkenness remains common and liquor is sold illegally, suggesting weak enforcement and low tax impact. The piece urges easier enforcement.
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Hillsboro
Milliner Guilty in Birds for Hat Decorations Case
The first case against Cincinnati milliners for possessing American song birds for hat decorations was heard Saturday before Squire Mackelfresh and the Cuvier Club. Benjamin Nelson, operator of a millinery shop at 24 East Fifth Street, Cincinnati, was found guilty and fined $50 with costs of prosecution.
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Cincinnati
Squire Mackelfresh
Winton Place
Cuvier Club
Benjamin Nelson
East Fifth Street
Free Lecture by Benjamin Atkine in Batavia Hall
Benjamin Atkine of Per intown will give a free lecture in Jamieson's hall Batavia on Sunday February 22 at 3 oclock. The talk covers The Incarnation of Jesus Christ and contrasts apostolic Greek with pagan Latin inviting listeners to bring zeal from politics to churches.
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Jamieson
Batavia
Benjamin Atkine
Perintown
Jesus Christ
Casar
Christ
Warren County Accounts to Be Examined
J C Wood has been ordered to Lebanon to investigate the books of county officials as part of a county audit.
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Warren County
J.C. Wood
Lebanon
Bench Warrant Order Arrest of Three Grand Jurors
Rule issued by the Common Pleas Court ordering the arrest of three grand jurors for alleged disclosures of deliberations. The court set Monday February 9 for appearance to show cause why contempt attachments should not issue. proceedings included service, refusals to appear, and warnings of punishment for contempt. Also notes the death of Nancy Cathers Fee, daughter of the late Robert Fee, with burial in Moscow after services in Amelia.
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Joho
Davidson
James Glancy
T. R. Hartman
Wright Williams
Wright Wiliams
Luis Case
Parrott
Williams
Grand Jury
Baajbach
Nancy Cathers Fee
Robert Fee
Wm. Fagley
Amelia
Moscow
Lands for Sale in the Coast Country Embracing Broad Prospects
Promotes 18 000 acres of rich coastal land with excellent shipping, low taxes, good schools, and salubrious climate. Cites 1902–06 U S census growth, Southern Pacific land sales, and a cheap excursion from Cincinnati to New Orleans via Dipctomat February 21 1908 offering a two week trip with stopovers. Calls for investigators to contact L M Dawson New Richmond Ohio or JoAn W Davis Cincinnati Ohio.
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Texas
Pacfic
R. R. Agente
Thia
Louisana
New Orleans
L. M. Dawson
New Richmond
Ohio
Joan W. Davis
East Fourth Street
Cincinnati
Onio
Pqesis
Southern Waccific Railroad
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W. W. Widmeyer
J. C. Fuhr
C. H. H. McNutt
E. C. Patchell
J. H. Fishback
Edward Stump
H. A. Rice
J. O. Fuhr
Moyer
Mr. Fuhr
Wilmington Journal
NEW Bank
Eva Mallbary
George R. Scrugham
Eastern
Suburban
Rapid
Clermont Courier
George Town
Burden
NEW Enterprise
Beal Law
Proximo
Taree Traction Lines
Americvan
Chamberlain
Nash's
Lowe
Peeee Tee
Taweweteeee
Eeerveet Peteveees
PEGG
Atkins
Common Pleas
Delibera
Parrots
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