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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1917

Page

8

Local notices and social items from Clermont Courier pages

Classes of local life include subscription offers for Clermont Courier Gourier and Com Tribune and other papers. Social notes report visits among families in Cincinnati Felicity Norwood Batavia and Forestville with engagements double wedding and sports events listed.

Clermont Courier Gourier and Com. Tribune Courier and Weekly Enquirer Gourier Cincinnati Post Cincinnati Times Star

Foley's Honey and Tar Trial Package Offer

A mail-in promotion invites readers to send five cents to Foley & Co. at 2435 Sheffield Ave Chicago Illinois with name and address for a trial package. The kit includes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs colds and grip Foley Bismuthals and Foley Cathartic Tablets from the Nas harmacy.

Foley & Co Sheffield Ave Chicago Ill Foley Foley Bidnaylls Nas Harmacy

Batavia Mothers Club Meeting Postponed

The Batavia Mothers' club meeting has been postponed until next week, with members advised to watch for a new date and time.

Batavia Mothers’ Club

Bound Over for Moscow Man in Non Support Case

William P. Sellers of Moscow was bound over to the grand jury after a Monday hearing before Norman Burnet for non support. He remains in jail awaiting grand jury action.

William P. Sellers Moscow Norman Burnet

Clermonters Burn Out in Cincinnati Livery Fire

Lucien Maham and Roll Leeds of Williamsburg partners in a George street livery and feed business were burned out on Sunday night. Twelve horses plus wagons harness and feed perished in the blaze causing about 5000 dollars loss.

Lucien Maham Roll Leeds Williamsburg George Street Cincinnati

Shaw coal yard reopens for business with delivery service

The W. F. Shaw coal yard, closed earlier, has reopened and will conduct business again. Orders are sought and coal will be delivered. Phone 61.

W. F. Shaw

Whitney Disposed Of After Cow Theft Conviction

Lyle Whitney of Amelia, jailed for theft of a cow and previously convicted, was sentenced to between one and seven years and will be taken to Mansfield Reformatory Thursday by Sheriff Swing. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised as a cleansing blood tonic with a dollar price point.

Lyle Whitney Amelia Mansfield Reformatory Swing

New Garage Heater Arrives for Seyler and Moyer

The heater for the Seyler and Moyer garage arrived Sunday and is being quickly installed as temperatures drop. The first heater failed and was discarded last week. The Jamieson Music House in Batavia endorses Victrola for its educational value and musical enjoyment.

Seyler & Moyer Jamieson Music House Batavia

Public Sales Notices From Local Farmers This Week

Charles K. Amsteadt holds a sale at his Batavia area residence January 24 offering farm stock and equipment. G. M. Rust sells stock and farm implements at his home 14 miles south of Montery on the Jackson pike January 27 at 10 o'clock. C. F. Hollenbeck offers at his Batavia Davis pike residence January 29 at 10a. m. good team and farm gear. Geo. W. Ireton to dispose of horses cows and implements February 3 near Crosstown four miles north of Williamsburg. Usual terms. See bills for particulars.

Charles K. Amsteadt Batavia G. M. Rust Montery Jackson Pike C. F. Hollenbeck Davis Pike Geo. W. Ireton Williamsburg Crosstown

Rev John P Martin on leave after nervous breakdown

Reverend John P Martin pastor of the Batavia church is resting and receiving treatment in Cincinnati. Visiting ministers will fill the charge during his absence while friends hope for a speedy recovery. An advertisement promotes Dean's Regulats laxative at 2 cents a box.

John P. Martin Batavia M. BE Cincinnati

Rising Prices Hit Everyday Goods Across Markets

Wheat 2.05 per bushel, potatoes 2.20, coal 5.50 a ton, eggs 60 cents a dozen, meat and lard at sharp increases. A dollar buys far less, with the merchant taking a small margin and the middle man gaining.

Highland county grand jury reports brief session

The Highland county grand jury met last week with limited business. One case was continued. two witnesses were examined. Two bills were found, one for shooting with intent to kill and one for shooting with intent to murder. The session lasted four and a half hours from instruction to reporting.

Highland County Grand Jury

Ground broken for first house in Kline Heights subdivision

Jaynes N. Lewis became the first to break ground for a new residence in Kline Heights. He bought two desirable river road lots, excavated for a five room cottage with cellar, connected to the town sewer, tapped water, and prepared foundation gravel. Others will follow in spring.

Jaynes N. Lewis Kline Heights

Hoosier Kitchen Cabinets Spotlight at Jamieson Music House

Local advertisement promotes Hoosier kitchen cabinets as great labor savers for households. Showcased at Jamieson Music House in Batavia located at 1012 with a variety of styles on display.

Jamieson Music House Batavia

Bethel and Felicity Dominate Georgetown Teams in One Sided Wins

Bethel defeats Georgetown 36 to 15 on Bethel floor in a well played contest. Felicity overwhelms Georgetown 80 to 10 with rough, fast action as Felicity strengthens claim to Clermont county high school championship.

Bethel Felicity Georgetown Clermont County

Proba tion Officer Reappointed in Clinton County

Mrs. R. T. Ballard has been reappointed as probation officer for the past year. KE. L. Hayes of Wilmington and Lew Jack of Blanchester are named assistant probation officers, with Jack also reappointed. Appointments were made by Judge Mills last week.

R. T. Ballard KE. L. Hayes Wilmington Lew Jack Blanchester

Gasoline Prices and Auto Use Troubling Car Owners

Men claim gasoline production and demand will yield prices around 80 cents next season. At that rate many car owners cannot afford operation. Time will solve the problem. printers say it isn't a worry.

Bank Officials Named From County Banks Meeting

A countywide list of bank officials elected at a recent meeting includes Amelia State Bank with directors Elmer Ely F A Hitch Olin Fagin J H Dawson E F Armcost W T McDonough HC Behmyer Harvey Perin C H Green and officers Elmer Ely president F A Hitch vice president Asst Cashier W A Williams cashier. First National Bank Williamsburg directors N T Dailey J P Allen Jos A Dyer C C Marshall E B Holmes J H White Jos M Davidson M H Glancy John A Hugo with officers to be elected later. Loveland National Bank officers Geo H King president Harry L King vice president B F Ratheaber cashier and others named. Additional entries cover banks in Bethel Moscow Williams burg Felicity and more with various officers and directors listed.

Amelia State Bank Elmer Ely F. A. Hitch Olin Fagin J. H. Dawson E. F. Armacost HC. Behymer Harvey Perin C. H. Green W. A. Williams First National Bank Williamsburg N. T. Dailey J. P. Allen Loveland National Bank Geo. H. King Harry L. King B. F. Ratheaber H. P. Shawhan H. Clay Teal G. H. Lounsberry H. C. Ramsey Bethel W. W. Burke Simon Bluestein R. E. Head C. F. Davis P. A. Pathe, Jr A. C. Fee Chas Leibich A. F. Kayser Chas. Cox D. B. Moreton M W. Cox C. E. Lough Merchants and Farmers Bank Williamsburg, Ohio T. G. Foster E. S. Moorehead J. B. Cover Laura Thompson E J. Hutchinson George Brintzinghoffer C. H. McNutt J. C. Fuhr A. Ruffner W. T. Elrod J. F. Knight Citizens Bank Felicity W P. South W. W. McCullough C. H. Woodmansee Asst J. W. McMurchy W. W. Miller S. F. Kennedy L. F. Bartlow W. P. South W. W McCullough

Children Cry For Fletcher s Astoria Auto Tags

Investigation into auto tag supply delays in 1917 as 75 000 of 800 000 tags delivered. State authorities probe contracted firm for slow delivery causing potential revenue loss. Public notice urges owners to secure tags before exhaustion.

Editor Griffin Leads Handshake Line At Local Event

George R. Griffin editor of the Owen County Democrat and representative from Owen Greene and Sullivan is described as the official handshaker of the house. He greets a crowd on the elevator before departure, shaking everyone including Bob Bailey. Griffin vows to vote with his party on politics but will back measures benefiting his constituents regardless of who proposes them.

George R. Griffin Owen County Democrat Owen, Greene and Sullivan House Bob Bailey Griffin Spencer Indianapolis News

In Memoriam Joseph Courlis and Family Remembrance

The notice memorializes Joseph Courlis born May 27 1802 near Afton Ohio who died January 8 1917 aged 64 7 11 with wife Viola J Doughty married March 24 1875 and six children Rufus Amy Frank Mattie Wilbur Eugene all living two parents mourned by three sisters and seven grandchildren. It notes a long marriage and family devotion with religious reflections on rest in the Father s keeping and a goodbye blessing.

Joseph Courlis Afton Clermont County Ohio Viola J. Doughty Rufus Amy Frank Mattie Wilbur Eugene Mr. Curtis

Church Services and Programs This Sunday

The U B church offers Sunday school at 9 15 a m German preaching at 10 15 a m Young people society program at 7 pm English preaching at Owensville U B church All invited E F Wegner is pastor Presbyterian services include Sunday school 9 15 morning worship 10 30 and Jesus miracles series Young People 6 15 pm Evening worship 7 Prayer meeting Wednesday All welcome Jas Simpson minister

U. B Young People’society Owensville E. F. Wegner Presbyterian Church Gouzaces of Jesus Jesus Young People’s Society Lazarus Jas. Simpson

Colds Spark Varied Cough Types Reported

The ad notes multiple cough types such as dry, winter, la grippe, bronchial, asthmatic, and racking coughs. It cites Enos Halbert and a testimonial praising Foley's Honey and Tar for relief and complete cure, with Nash Pharmacy referenced as a local supplier.

Birthday honors for Mrs. Julia Haney at 78

Mrs. Julia Haney of East Bata observed her 78th birthday last Friday with a family dinner attended by about 80 relatives and friends. Among out of town guests were Emery Anderson and wife of Cincinnati and Mrs. Will Brown of Stonelick. Mrs. Haney is enjoying good health.

Julia Haney East Batavia Emery Anderson Cincinnati Will Brown Stonelick

Fire at Milton Russell Home Sparks Floor Blaze

A fire was discovered at Milton Russell’s residence on Main street last week. The flames started under a stove with no floor ventilation, burning the floor and threatening the cellar before being found and contained.

Milton Russell Main Street

Removal of Wisdom Tooth at Christ's Hospital

Mrs Albert Seyler suffered weeks with a buried wisdom tooth. Doctors located it by X ray and removed it at Christ's Hospital Cincinnati last Wednesday in a seventy minute operation. The tooth was cut out piece by piece. She is now home and improving.

Albert Seyler Christ's Hospital, Cincinnati

Limestone fineness and purity key to soil acidity relief

Ohio Experiment Station chemists report limestone ground to ordinary fineness corrects soil acidity effectively. Coarser limestone over two years largely remains in soil with little immediate effect, while finer material acts more quickly. Marketed limestone should pass 10 mesh, 60 percent through 50 mesh, and 85 to 86 percent through 100 mesh to be satisfactory.

Eighty Seven Years Old Patient Praises Foley Kidney Pills

H H Adams of Springfield Missouri reports a severe kidney trouble attack but notes Foley Kidney Pills gave the best relief among various treatments. The pills are said to build up weakened kidneys and help rid the blood of acids and poisons while aiding bladder troubles.

H. H. Adams Springfield Nash Harmacy

Simple Corn Based Ration Proves Most Economical for Hens

Ohio Experiment Station tests show a corn and meat scrap diet yields nearly as good returns as a mixed feed. Hens on the simple ration laid fewer eggs overall, not offset by higher feed costs, despite self feeding dry mash. Tankage and skimmilk, like meat scrap, are also advised with corn for laying hens.

Ohio Experiment Station

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised in Georgia Letter

A reader from Lost Alley Ga. praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as most effectual for hacking coughs and colds. The testimonial states after using many bottles the remedy always cures the cough, with the writer asserting strong satisfactions and urging others to obtain it.

Chamberlain Hare Wrtes Moore Lost Alley

Local Dialect Exchange Cited By Kansas City Star

A Kansas City Star excerpt captures a rural exchange on race and authority with phonetic dialogue about a Black man who treats his wife with more respect than others. The dialogue highlights tensions around domestic power and community judgment in a regional setting.

Brother Shivers Kansas City Star

When a Woman Bears Twins

A Houston Post reflection likens twin birth to royal significance noting a mother’s dignity before God regardless of wealth. The quote emphasizes universal maternal worth and the awe inspired by twins.

Job Turkey India God Houston Post

Pork Chops Arrested for Concealed Liquor at Grant Street

William Thomas known as Pork Chops was jailed Saturday night for keeping a place after police found three gallons of whiskey and 24 bottles of beer hidden at his Grant street home. He appeared before Mayor Lacy Sunday morning, pled guilty, and was fined 500 dollars plus costs. Ada Scott, freed on bail for forgery, was arrested as part of the same case and jailed.

William Thomas Pork Chops Grant Street Lacy Ada Scott Journal- Republican

Also Mentioned on This Page

THE Oro Rebekah Lodge Ry Zensal Nash Carrie Sullivan Ed Speidel Virginia Tom Speidel J. F. Dial Prof Heidiebaugh Elizabeth Ayers Forestville Los Angeles California James Brown Bladden, Nebrask Will and Frank Brown Summerside Batavia Bay Scout Norwood Sharpsburg Dean Antonio Greco George W. McMurchy Jess D. Fee New Richmond Mr. McM J. K. Ashburn Geo. Gregg Alva Riley Albert Heinrici Dawson, Bradley Thos Dodsworth Julian Fishback Lemon Larkin Neil Dennison W. W. Dowdney Batavia Bay Scouts National Athletic Club J. W. Kirk Martha Demaris James Beachard Gladys Mell Simpson Clermonters Whitney REV. Martin Dean’s First National P. F. Jamieson W. F. Roudebush Cashier W. H Baum G. 8. VanHorn G. M. Roudebush Frank Davis, Sr Merchants & Farmers Frank Snider A. C. Iuen J. L. Marsh W. E. Leever Henry Barnickle C. J. Wissel W. A. Johnson New Richmond National Bank G W. Burnett H. Buckley C. C. Larkin C. N. Yerger Asst. Cashier G. W. Burnett H Buckley A. J. Shaw C. H. Burkhart H. F. Wulf George Kurtz Milford National Bank Oa Bade H. Eveand Eeebush Ace Cashier A. J. Ae Asst H Anderson E Turner D. W. Murphy L. A. Walton R. C Belt J. W. Pattison W. E. Knapp G M. Roudebush Geo H. Eveland State Bank of Moscow Chas. Kayser W R. Fee Fletcher Astoria Castoria Cartelltdee Chattel Property Charles K. Ansteatt Susan Snell Sixteen Stand Mr. Towel Pearson Montgomery Pike William Way- Renee P.w.smith Aetiees Station Mamie Bowman James Llen Milford A. T. Jones Herbert J. Millard Delia Gressel Francis P. Clark Mt. Pisgah Dorothy Applegats Orville Green William Weimer Eight Mile O. P. Patrick Steward Hopping Mulberry Mr. Brown Delia Anderson William Hoeb Joseph Lastock Mt. Healthy Mr. Randall Nabile Voorhess Mr.Scott Thomas Erskine Ella Covey O. C. Myers Blue Ash J.W Anna Howard Spebines Hopkins & Beeler F. Roudebush D. Bly Clermont House Main A. B. Nichols H. L. Nichols Atchols & Nichols Attorneys-At-Law Fetevia Howie Building Mainstreet Orman L. Burnet Clermont Bldg Batavia, Ohio Awson E. Bradley Ifica K. Gov. 4Th and Walnut Sts Cincinna’ i Granté W. Sprague Atty O. B. Nichols Batavia Building & Loan Co Janiti J. J. Werner M. FE. Church Ely Norman L. Burnet Mortage Security Grose C. Bishop Storang Eee Beavia Georgia T. J. Barber Jefferson Billa A. OC. Nash
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