Bethel Business Men Host Grand New Year Banquet
Bethel Board of Trade members and local businessmen gathered at the K of P hall to celebrate the new year with a banquet for about 200 guests. H. M. Trenner presided as Rev. F. A. Brown gave the invocation, with a menu featuring roast turkey and oyster dressing. Leaders praised recent business gains and Bethel’s progress. officers listed include H. M. Trenner president Roy Goodwin secretary and O H. Page treasurer.
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Bethel
Bethel Board of Trade
Rinter
K. of P
Trenner
H. M. Trenner
Roy Goodwin
Ohl. Page
Geiger Jones publishes twelve year investment portfolio
The Geiger Jones Company released a complete history of its operations over twelve years in a Portfolio of investment securities mailed to about 100 000 Ohioans. It covers twenty two large industrial enterprises and emphasizes conservative, frank reporting with limited details on some financed firms and notable stock moves.
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Geiger-Jones Company
Ohio
de Geiger-Jones Company
State of
Road Damages and Weigh Limits on Vehicle Tires
The article warns of road damage from overloaded wagons and lists weight to tire size limits from 3400 to 8700 pounds with 8 inch tires up to 6000 pounds and 6 inch tires. It urges enforcement and notes potential prosecutions for overloaded loads damaging roads and costing many dollars.
Courier Subscription List Expands as 1916 Ends
The Courier reports a growing subscription list at year end with many new names and hopes for continued renewals. It touts timely news coverage including court and commissioners proceedings, competitive pricing, and plans for broader local correspondents. A free sample is offered to convince potential readers.
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Courier
New Inspectress Named for Eastern Star District
Miss Nellie Jarman of Moscow appointed inspectress of the Eastern Star lodges in the district for the coming year by the Grand Worthy Matron. The district is large and work begins in June. Miss Jarman is sister of Mrs. Fee Naylor of this place. The appointment is purely honorary with no salary, only expenses.
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Nellie Jarman
Moscow
Miss Jarman
Fee Naylor
Farmers' Institute at Newtonsville marks great turnout
The eleventh annual Farmers Institute in Newtonsville Ohio on December 29 and 30 drew record attendance. G S Lentz spoke on corn and soil, Jas A Spear gave daily talks, Mrs Martland Bedford discussed poultry farming and rural women’s work, O D Wilbaum spoke on community upbuilding, S B Stowe outlined county agent duties, W L Brilmayer praised Grange work, and music by Courses Quartette plus Miss Phyllis Scott delighted attendees. Officers elected: G M Roudebush president, J W Dumford vice president treasurer, Clarence Myers secretary, executive committee William White Edward Cappell Lew Hill.
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Newtonsville
Ohio
Farmers’ Institute
G. S. Lentz
Jas. A. Spear
Martland Bedford
O. D. Wilbaum
Germantown
S. B. Stowe
W. L. Brilmayer
Grange
Phyllis Scott
G M. Roudebush
J. W. Dumford
Clarence Myers
William White
Edward Cappell
Lew Hill
Former Monterey Lady Elizabeth Kyle Dies in Illinois
Elizabeth Kyle widow of Richard Kyle died at her son’s home in Harrisburg Illinois on Thursday December 27 at age 85. Her remains were brought to Monterey Ohio for funeral services at the Christian Church and burial in the local cemetery. She leaves two children Samuel of Harrisburg and Mrs. Mary Vestal of Dayton. She was sister to Mrs Ruth Crane of Batavia and Mrs Thomas Bass of Mulberry.
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Elizabeth Kyle
Richard Kyle
Harrisburg
Illinois
Monterey
Ohio
Christian Church
Clermont County
Smuel
Mary Vestal
Dayton
Farm Women's Club Hosts Oyster Supper at Todd's Run
The Country Club of Farm Women entertained families with an oyster supper at Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Franks home in Todd's Run last Wednesday December 27. Despite rain, guests enjoyed supper music and social chat. Next meeting will be with Mrs. Harry Parnell at The Cedars on January 28.
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W. W. Franks
Todd’s Run
Harry Parnell
Batavia Boy´s Letter from the Mexican Border Life
A Batavia boy in Company G of the 24th Infantry writes from Columbus New Mexico about life on the Mexican border. He contrasts conditions with Hawaii, describes camps, civilian hardships, and bandit violence, notes Chinese and Mexican workers, and praises Y M C A efforts and regimental recreation including a Thanksgiving feast and athletic events.
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Columbus
New Mexico
Mexico
Hawaii
Adola
Villista
Carranza
Not Guilty Verdict in Wilson Murder Case
State of Ohio v Charles Wilson ended with a not guilty verdict by a 12 man jury in Clermont County last Friday. Wilson, accused of manslaughter for the death of Red Curliss at the Bradley farm camp, was freed after a nine hour trial noted as the swiftest murder case in local courts.
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Common Pleas Court
State of Ohio
Charles Wilson
Red Curliss
Pike Camp
Bradley Farm
Wilson
Corliss
Curliss
Clermont
Rabbit Season Closes as Prices Hit Record Highs
The season closed with an abundant harvest by hunters. The past year saw the highest prices ever paid for cotton tails driven by high meat costs of other animals.
Milford Community Christmas Tree Draws 1600 in Snow
Milford and nearby residents gathered around a large Christmas tree despite deep slush and snow. The crowd included 1600 participants who sang carols, heard speeches, and received generous treats as they helped decorate the immense tree.
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Milford
Fire incident at Batavia Hotel ends with little damage
Bud Foster of the N. W. telegraph force, staying at the Batavia Hotel, napped with a lit cigarette. The cigarette touched the bed causing a blaze but was extinguished before serious damage or injuries occurred.
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Bud Foster
Batavia
Ohio school enrollment rises with 1916 figures
Ohio reports 1,895,558 pupils in 1916, up 7,897 from last year. The gender split shows 667,653 boys and 637,900 girls. There are 12,168 school buildings valued at 113,597,716 dollars with 280 new structures erected and 81,819 teachers employed.
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Ohio
Record Hen Lays 324 Eggs In A Year At NY Show
Lady Eglantine, a White Leghorn hen exhibited at a New York poultry show, laid 324 eggs in 365 days earning about $5 each for most. The bird stood 14 inches high and weighed four pounds and reportedly ate twice as much as her flock mates.
Brown county man finds flock of Hungarian pheasants
George Perkins of Brown County found a flock of 27 Hungarian pheasants on his farm in fine shape and fairly tame. He spread straw on the snow for the birds and they fed promptly. The birds originated from a pair released there earlier and are expected to multiply, promising a larger flock next year.
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George Perkins
Brown County
Coroner Mott Not Yet Noted in 1917 Officers List
A past list of county officers for the first Monday in 1917 omitted County Coroner Mott of Amelia. Dr Parkbiser of Moscow has served two terms in public service. The coroner works on a fee basis for cases under his jurisdiction.
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Mott
Amelia
Parkbiser
Moscow
Batavia Woman's Club Hosts Male Guests at Nichols Home
Batavia Women met last Saturday at Mrs. A B Nichols home with husbands, sweethearts, or brothers as guests. President Mrs. Werner opened the program followed by vice president Mrs. J F Dial. A piano program featured Donald Jamieson and solos by Mrs Chas Belt and Miss Hettie Nichols. A farce titled A Gentle Jury played by thirteen members ended with a jury unable to agree. Ice cream and cake closed the social hour with a list of jury members and the sheriff named.
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Batavia Woman's Club
A. B. Nichols
Werner
J. F. Dial
Donald Jamieson
Chas. Belt
Little Pink Rose
Hettie Nichols
Mt. Washington
Cyrus Hackell
Baum
Goodly
McDonald
Blekavryss
Dee
Scott
Mrar Snell Esata
Townsley
H. S. Moore
Jellyson
Justice
Fritz
Clara Townston
Smith
Miss Baum
Fort
Eli Speidel Mraz Wahlyzeccs
Rush
Jones
Walter Kain
Skinner
W. C. Griffith Mise Sharp
Werner —Ei
New Licenses Now Required for Hunters in 1916 Rules
Hunters must obtain new licenses from township clerks or Batavia court clerks at a cost of $1.25. If issued by township clerks, $1 goes to the State and 25 cents to the clerk. if issued by county clerks, $1 to the State and 25 cents to the clerk’s fee fund. Secure them now to avoid trouble.
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Batavia
Fine sleighing amid snow and auto traction note
The article praises last week’s sleighing on ice covered ground and notes the brief sleighing season with few sleighs. It explains autos now dominate, citing four wheel chaining as a reliable all weather alternative that avoids skidding and continues forward.
Miss Louise Baum Hosts Batavia Bachelor Girls New Year
Miss Louise Baum entertained the Batavia Bachelor Girls on New Year’s Eve as part of a long standing custom. The gathering grew with Bachelor Boys joining the crowd for games conversing and a hearty lunch to start the new year. Keepers of the society sometimes take on new banners during festivities.
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Louise Baum
Batavia
Almost a Flood Hits Neighbors Along Local Streams
Heavy rains fell on deep snow last week causing ice, rain and rising water to spill over banks. Water carried away moveable goods as streams rose and overwhelmed low-lying areas.
Farm implements and stock sale announced in Batavia area
Chas K Ansteatt near Batavia will offer for sale farm implements and stock on January 24. Watch for bills.
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Chas. K. Ansteatt
Batavia
Books Ready for Clinton County Appraisement
Clinton county announces 8,000 new appraisement books prepared for distribution. Clermont county reports no re appraisal this year and no changes expected unless the board of equalization acts.
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Clinton County
Clermont County
Board of Equalization
Hall Guilty in Assault Case at Common Pleas Court
Mahlon Hall of Chile was found guilty of assaulting Horace Reed from last summer. He was fined $50 and costs, sentenced to six months in the work house, suspended on good behavior. total fines and costs $200.
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Mahlon Hall
Chile
Horace Reed
Common Pleas Court
Death of former resident lauded with funeral plans
Died in Cincinnati Saturday and was brought to the home of his daughter Mrs Howard Duckwall Sunday morning. Funeral services Tuesday were planned with burial at Monterey. He formerly lived here and at Williamsbur e.
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Cincinnati
Howard Duckwall
Monterey
Williamsbure
State Rebekah Assembly Elects Grand Officers
The recent election results announced last Wednesday name President Mrs. Mattie L. Anders of Columbus as Pres. Vice goes to Miss M. Jeanette Haley of Alliance Warden is Josephine Short of West Liberty Secretary Emma M. Bell of Columbus Treasurer Cora Rife of Toledo
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Rebekah Assembly
Mattie L. Anders
Columbus
M. Jeanette Haley
Alliance
Josephine Short
West Liberty
Emma M. Bell
Cora Rife
Toledo
Electrician From Loveland Survives Near Drowning
Ray Ertle of Loveland, an electrician, touched a live wire during repair last Thursday and stepped into a pool of water. The circuit completed and he was rendered unconscious. Friends aided him and he quickly recovered.
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Ray Ertle
Loveland
Miami Grange hosts strong meeting with visitors
The Miami Grange at Milford held a fine meeting Monday with visitors from Loveland Williamsburg and Owensville. The 3rd and 4th degrees were conferred on five candidates. Incoming masters from visiting lodges attended. A good noon meal was shared. The Miami Grange is among the county's strongest.
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Miami Grange
Milford
Loveland
Williamsburg
Owensville
County
Child wins prize in window display vote.
The display car at H F Buerkle’s window drew many votes and John Kramer, son of Dan Aultman and Harold Seyler, won the top prize of $2.50. Mr and Mrs Kramer thank all who supported their son.
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H. F. Buerkle
John Kramer
Dan Aultman
Harold Seyler
John
Death of Granville Teal of Summerside at 71
Granville Oc Teal of Summerside died Friday morning after months of gangrene leading to foot amputation. The illness culminated in shock and death at his residence. He was 71, survived by a brother T Teal and two sisters. Funeral at Summerside M B Church and burial at Mt Moriah. Elizabeth Hoerner returned home from a city visit.
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Summerside
Teal
M. BK
Mt. Moriah
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