Coal Dust Supply Feeds Batavia Yards Amid Frost Hardship
Two coal trains delivered eight car loads to Batavia with more bound for Cincinnati markets as frost tightens supplies. George Keen watches from his coal office door while residents face dwindling ammo and winter stocks. neighbors share warmth at Christian firesides and help the homeless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Keen
Frost King
Napoleon
Blucher
Waterloo
Mr. Keen
Cincinnati
Wellston
Keen
Mt. Carmel
Williamsburg
Olive Branch
Vera Cruz
Brown County
Tragic Fire Destroys Home Leaves Child Dead Near Greenberry
A Jackson township couple Miles and wife Glancy lost their home and all belongings when a kitchen stove spark ignited coal oil near a hay load. A four year old boy perished in the blaze while the parents and neighbors rushed to save him. Both parents suffered severe burns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles Glancy
Jackson Township
Greenberry Chapel
Mr. Glancy
Glancy
Mrs. Glancy
West Union Divorce Cases Stir Judge Collings
In West Union a surge of divorce filings fills the docket as Judge Collings hears a wife versus husband cruelty and alimony claim. The husband angrily replies with a letter denying the allegations and inviting reconciliation, suggesting the case may lead to further findings on alimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Union
Murder in First Degree Verdict in Howe Case
Sylvester Howe of Adams county shot and killed James Shane during a July ambush on a wagon. The jury returned a first degree murder verdict after hearing testimony that Howe sought Shane over an alleged affair with Shane’s wife who may have aided him. Howe reportedly smiled upon hearing the verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvester Howe
Adams County
James Shane
Howe
Shane
Grant Reception Recalled for Batavia 1866 Visit
A 19th century Cincinnati Enquirer account traces General Grant’s Batavia reception in 1866 with judges Republicans and Democrats praising the visit. Hayes is noted as absent or not confirmed. Grant spoke briefly, Ammon delivered the day’s key remarks, and social events followed at Swing, Griffith, and Ashburn residences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Enquirer
General Grant
R. B. Hayes
Batavia
Gen. Hayes
Grant
Clermonters
Gen. Grant
P. B
G. L. Swing
R.W. Clark
Ashburn and Hulick
Major Howard
Gen. Ammon
Ripley
P. B. Swing
Griffith
General Hayes
Loveland Men Fined for Horse Cruelty After Cold Day
Edward Conover drove a horse for miles on a frigid day then fled to a saloon leaving the animal to stand in the cold until evening. He was fined $5 for cruelty and $10 in costs, plus penalties for intoxication. John Kelly abandoned his horse and killed it with an axe, faces punishment after arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Conover
Loveland
Conover
The
Humane Society
Costa
John Kelly
Jury Declines to Indict G W Sutton Disorderly Conduct
The grand jury declined to bring a bill against G W Sutton for disorderly conduct linked to Little Zion church. Sutton is respected, a former teacher, and seen as a reputable citizen amid a church dispute. In Winchester, Mrs P B Davidson died of typhoid fever with husband and two daughters also ill. two sons ill with pneumonia, funeral attendance limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Sutton
Little Zion Church
Sutton
Winchester
P. B. Davidson
Marriage Licenses Now Required by Aberdeen Justice
Squire Praden, Beasley’s successor, announces in Aberdeen that couples must obtain a license before his services for marriage can be secured. The bygone era of simple consent, $9.00, and a short wait is over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Praden
Beasley
Aberdeen
Farmer survives dog attack in Stonelick encounter
Batavia Township farmer Fred Schubert reports being seized by a bird dog and then a large mastiff as he walked through Stonelick last Thursday. He wrestled free, escaped across the snow, and credits the disturbance in the distance with saving his life. He says the incident aged him years and left him shaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Schubert
Stonelick
Schubert
Thirteen Fuels Superstitions Ride Through Portsmouth
A ghostly tale describes engine No. 13 at Ports mouth dating a chase to Rushtown where it stalled. Engineers avoid 13, hotels skip it for room numbers, and pensions or money around thirteen dollars are noted as unlucky. The feature blends folklore with local superstition and trains.
Sad Parting as Nash Begins Three-Year Prison Term
Edgar Nash, about 32, leaves his family at the county jail to enter a Golumphus prison sentence for burglary and larceny. He pleads innocence to the Courier while gratefully thanking the judge Sheriff Temple and others. a sobering scene as his mother wife and six children say farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Nash
Sheriff Temple
School Exhibit and Teachers Meeting Postponed
The School Exhibit and Teachers Association meeting moved from Saturday February 4 to Saturday February 1 to avoid clashing with the county examination. The event promises unusually interesting exercises and all active county teachers are expected to attend.
Weathered railroad men recall brutal blizzard
Railroad workers at the Hamilton House describe the two week melt of clothes needed to endure a severe blizzard. A veteran by Harvey's grate says he has worn seven shirts four drawers three stockings two pants and multiple coats along with Jersey caps mittens and fur gear to stay warm. He notes breaking is hard dangerous and cold work that strains clothes and laundry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton House
Harvey
Toboggan Slide Incident Sparks School Ban on Sliding
A fragment notes a toboggan slide on McMillan's hill used by boys and girls. Ashes were spread on the smooth surface to deter further sliding and protect logs, leading to renewed concerns about safety and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McMillan's Hill
Move to unify court rules across three counties
A West Union paper reports an unofficial push to adopt uniform rules of practice across Clermont Adams and another county. A three county committee met in Georgetown, with Adams County represented by P. D. Bayless C. F. Wikoff and C. C. W. Naylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Union
Clermont County
Georgetown
P. D. Bayless
C. F. Wikoff
C. C. W. Naylor
Adams County
Editor swap rumor at Lebanon papers sparks change
A rumor says Dr. Fisher, editor of the Western Star, Lebanon, has bought an interest in the Gazette and will take over editorial management. Mr. McClintock, owner of the Star, may delegate real estate duties to an agent and resume direct control of the Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fisher
Western Star
Lebanon
Gazette
Torial
McClintock
The
Star
Tanking Up On A Train At Hulington
An engine of the C. G. P. stalled at Hulington needing water after frost sealed the tank. Passengers and crew rigged a plank to A. W. Huling’s well and pumped ice cold water into the engine. A large drummer volunteered, recalling his circus days, and helped haul thirty barrels of water as the train slowly moved toward port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hulington
Road House
Jack Frost
A. W. Huling
Ulster
Mrs Mary E Ferguson Dies After Suffering From Cancer
Mrs Mary E Ferguson wife of Charles P Ferguson of this place died at her home Saturday January 21 in the 48th year of her age after months of stomach cancer. Reared in Bantam she was a daughter of Mr Hitch and joined the Methodist church early in life. Her funeral was held Monday morning at the M E church and she was buried at Old Bethel near Bantam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary E. Ferguson
Charles P. Ferguson
Ferguson
Bantam
Hitch
Methodist Church
M. E. Church
Old Bethel
Ohio Township Tax Totals Reported By Deputy Collectors
Deputy collectors have completed returns to Treasurer Dudley with the last township in Ohio reported Monday by W. R. Sinks of New Richmond. Total collections include road receipts for Miami John W. Hill and Franklin J. C. Wells with a renewed Booth, plus contributions from several townships led by Wanisiohee and Goshen. Final numbers show substantial sums under several names including D. South and Henry Gibbs Jr. along with Union John W. Hunt.
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Dudley
Ohio
W. R. Sinks
New Richmond
Miami
John W. Hill
Franklin
J. C. Wells
Booth
Monel
I —D. oClung
Pierce—B. Jier
Tate
D. D. South
Eeseeves
Wanisiohee
Abedios
Goshen
Henry Gibbs, Jr
Monroe—T. Fwilliace Union
John W. Hunt
W. RB. Sinks
Pastor Bell Leads Reopening of Presbyterian Meetings
The Presbyterian church resumes contemplation meetings next Sunday evening led by Rev. Bell the new pastor. His original thought convincing arguments earnest delivery and strong music draw a large audience, as the minister seeks to establish local recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Bell
Presbyterian Bell
Reward for Talent In Gretna Green Matrimony Market
In the last Gretna Green issue from Aberdeen Brown County the paper hints at a developing matrimony trade as its principal industry. The ad suggests forthcoming theatre style events and social occasions with expenses covered by sponsors, signaling preparations for a market of matches and partnerships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gretna Green
Aberdeen
Brown County
Georgia boy seeks free education in Amelia schools
Hiram E. Dailey of Georgia asks a mandamus to admit him to Amelia schools free under district law for youths living apart from parents and earning their own living. The Amelia School Board contends he is not a resident and thus not entitled to free tuition. The court will hear the case next Saturday as interest grows across educational circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiram E. Dailey
Georgia
Amelia
Dailey
Hiram E. Daily
State of
J. W. Penn
Clermont
Penn
Board of Education
Datley
Ohio
Frazier & Hicks
Hulick & Bishop
Bantam Blaze Destroys Home For J E Meeker
A fire in Bantam last Saturday night destroyed the home of J E Meeker and left his family homeless. Neighbors fought the blaze amid gusty winds and the roof collapsed as they barely escaped. Insurance valued at about 500 dollars covered the loss. the Meekers will live with neighbors while M Meeker rebuilds.
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Bantam
J. E. Meeker
Thomas Homestead
Meeker
Meekers
Will
Mr. M. Will
Immense two year old China hog shown by Tom Glancy
A two year old China hog raised by Jesse Bennett on the Shadrach Dial farm near town stands in Tom Glancy’s pen. The hog, over three feet high and 810 pounds, weighs seven feet in girth and five and a half feet long, with a fat neck and ham ample enough to draw attention. It sold for 45.10 and drew remark for its size and condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Glancy
Lower Main Street
Jesse Bennett
Shadrach Dial
Farmers Hope After Cold Snap Losses Ease
The cold spell hit farmers hard with heavy losses of poultry lambs calves and other tender stock causing despondency. Warmer weather since Saturday has alleviated fears and given agriculturists a chance to recover and survive with stock to live on.
Peebles Press Debuts Five-Column Folio Edition
School children draw national flag pictures to foster patriotism and loyalty. The Peebles Press introduces its first issue, a five column folio, showing promise from editors and printers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peebles
Paying Months Old Dances And Railroads In Turmoil
Exhortations by Rev. Kleis of Hillsboro target donations as payoffs lag. The Columbus & Maysville Railroad assets face receiver Capt. H C Dawson with an estimated thirty percent assessment on original stock due to double liability. A bald eagle incident in Sprigg ends with the hunter’s claim of a rare sight. A shadowy stage show at the Armory, engine No. 3 trial trips, and Kentucky garrison outrage near Wellsburg headline a string of regional notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Maysville
Sardinia
Hillsboro
H.C. Dawson
Portsmouth Press
Tragic end for young woman after Leigh Bridge crash
Alice A. Cooklyn, who last fall attempted suicide by jumping from Leigh Bridge on the C. G. & P. road, died in Cincinnati yesterday by taking poison. Her mind had been unsettled by the death of her mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice A. Cooklyn
Leigh Bridge
Cincinnati
Postmaster McGrew Reinstated After Suspension
Postmaster Benj E McGrew is reinstated after a suspension with pay restored and record of suspension cancelled following earlier post office department troubles referenced in the last issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benj. E. McGrew
Post Office Department
First Coasting Casualty At Wood Street Hill
A four year old child of John Elion was injured in a coasting accident on Wood Street Hill last Saturday when struck by a fast sled. The girl broke a leg but is reported to be doing well. Lew Buerkle the uptown butcher praises his brace of beagle hounds as the only pair in the area, noting they are good house and watchdogs. The breed name origins are traced to old French bugler. Early specimens were small enough to fit in a riding glove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos Bradford
Lower Sprigg
Bradford
West Union Scion
Armory
Dan A. Kelly
Aly
Linsboro
John Elion
Wood Street
Lew Buerkle
Removal of Mr K KE Reed from Portsmouth described
The Portsmouth Tribune notes Enos Reed Esq and Mrs Reed left for their Batavia farm after selling his Portsmouth drug store. He retains only a few parcels of property, owning a farm in the Miami valley near Batavia about three miles from Batavia and twenty one from Cincinnati, leaving Portsmouth with reluctance and respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth Tribune
K. KE. Reed
Enos Reed
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Batavia Yards
Child By Fire
United States
Divine
Srcton
City Mall
Enquirer
Portsmouth
Rushtown
Edgar Nash
NEW Street Commissioner
Collectors
Amelia Schools
Amelia School Board
Bantam Blaze
Kleis
Otway
Charleston, Cincinnati & Chicago Railroad
Barden
Charleston
South Carolina
the Tribune
Philadelphia
Johnson City
Tennessee
Kentucky
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