Gold origins and a Batavia ledge hunt in Elklick region
A recount of how gold was first found in Elk Lick country by Samuel Atchley and others. The article traces Atchley’s spring discovery, his later heavy gold reveals, Glass the California miner’s prospecting near Batavia, and subsequent efforts by French and Norris. It notes limited profitability of manual mining and the uncertain potential of long flume machinery.
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Samuel Atchley
Elk Lick
Batavia
Atchley
California
Glass
Backbone Run
Pan
Williamsburg
Cincinnati
Davis Stove Co
ElkLick
Rev. J. L. French
Shep Norris
French
Norris
Tam
Will of Mary Kline Distributes Batavia Estate and Deductions
The will, dated November 11, 1898, lists debts and funeral costs first. It leaves apparel and valuables to three daughters and two grandchildren, with grandchildren counted as one share. Frederick Kline receives $100 yearly from 18th birthday plus a Batavia homestead and household goods. The six children and two grandchildren split remaining real estate, with complex remainders and executors John A. and Jacob Kline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Kline
Smart
Eleanor Spellacy
Louisa O'Neal
Louisa Lloyd
Celia Schulte
Frederick Kline
Batavia
Frederick
John
Mary
Eleanor
Louisa
Jacob
Bethel
Celia Schulter
Lloyd
John A
Jacob Kline
David K. McDonald
James B. Swing
Skeleton of an Ancient Death by Self-Destruction Found Near Afton
Two youths, Frank Weaver and Charles Carter, while digging near a bank at Afton, uncovered a human skull and bones. The remains were identified as John Herman, who in 1842 died by his own hand. his bones were sent to Cleveland and properly interred. The note references a nearby Wilmington rabbit hunt with ferrets and cites state statutes on ferret use with fines.
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Frank Weaver
Charles Carter
Afton
M. J
Messrs. Stirling & Moore
John Herman
Herman
Cleveland
the Courier
Wilmington Journal
Wilmington
Clinton County
Collins
Clermont
F. Norris
Common Pleas
G. L. Swing
F. Dowdney
George 8. Lee
Swing
Dowdney
Hulick
A. T. Cowen
Brunaugh
P. J. Nichols
J. B. Swing
W. P. Fishback
C. H. Collins
R. W. Clark
Congress
United States Treasury
M. Jamieson
First National Bank
Philip B. Ewing
United States Court
William Howard
Ohio
Julius A. Penn
John 8. Griffith
Thomas M. Lewis
Henry N. Talley
Thomas Q. Ashburn
Geo. W. Fishback
St. Louis Democrat
John Johnson
Cincinnati
George W. Gregg
J. M. McGrew
U. S. Treasury
Geo. W. Hulick
Congres
8. A. Fitch
William Collins
Billy
Hagerstown
Maryland
G. W. Nennison
W. W. Perkins
Nicholas Gatch
H. V. Kerr
Moses Dimmitt
David 0. Bryan
Noble Preble
Alexander Glenn
Benj. Archer
Shadrack Din
Treas
Mr. Collins
Jesse
Dustin
Thos. D. Fitch
The
Courier
L. B. Leeds
Sun
News Democrat
Georgetown
John A. Sloan
M. H. Fitch
Colorado
Abel S. Smith
J. H. Hamilton
Dennison
Mr. Smith
Washington
Aaron B. Cleveland
Omnibus
Amelia
Ham ‘Allen
Bethel
Petit Jury
Supper to the Sophomores at Sapp Home
The Batavia High School sophomores, invited by Miss Josse Sapp daughter of Commissioner Rees Sapp, enjoyed an evening at Mr. and Mrs. Resse Sapp's home. A fine dinner was served and the group returned to Batavia late. Attendees included Grace Brown Hattie Hitch Eva House Bessie Weaner Lizzie Horner Bessie Smith Mamie Sapp Will Keen Paul McCaslin Frank Hitch Tom Hulick Everett Shipp Clive Hulick Will Brown Milton Sapp and Gus Halleck.
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Sophmore
Batavia High School
Missa Josse Sapp
Rees Sapp
Resse Sapp
Batavia
Grace Brown
Hattie Hitch
Eva House
Bessie Weaner
Lizzie Horner
Bessie Smith
Mamie Sapp
Will Keen
Paul McCaslin
Frank Hitch
Tom Hulick
Everett Shipp
Clive Hulick
Will Brown
Milton Sapp
Gus Halleck
Matrimonial Bureau Scam In Batavia Exposed
A Batavia group operates a fake marriage bureau exploiting gullible suitors. They take a dime for a maid’s photo and promise a match, sending the photograph to buyers in eastern houses, the operation described as a scam run by well-dressed youths.
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Batavia
Batavia Bureau
What's Wrong in Warren
Two more assignments are reported from Lebanon where Charles PB Southard a boots and shoes dealer assigns to Henry Southard and Thompson Irwin grocers assign to Charles Maple. The abilities and assets are not stated. These assignments make four within four weeks for Lebanon.
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Lebanon
Charles PB. Southard
Henry Southard
Thompson & Irwin
Charles Maple
Clermont Days Reminiscence From Hillsboro Courier Letter
A Clermont county reminiscence from Hillsboro OH dated January 18 1895 recalls old Clermont life plus a poem by C H Collins son of the prominent lawyer. The piece lists key Clermont bar figures from 1850s including Norris Swing Dowdney Lee and Collins with notes on judges, attorneys, merchants and local institutions.
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Hillsboro
Ohio
Ozak Courier
Batavia
Clermont County
Col. Fitch
Collins
Miami
C. H. Collins
Clermont
Oo H.C
Alermont
East Fork
Famous
H. Collins
Thirtieth Anniversary Surprise at Chatterton Home
The Chattertons marked thirty years of marriage January 26 with a surprise party organized by Friends of Ezra and the bride. Neighbors and children helped with a lavish supper, decorations, and cheerful memories around the farmstead. Guests included Jennie Titus, Minnie Titus, Geo. P. Chatterton, H. E. Chatterton and others. many could not attend due to bad weather.
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Ezra Chatterton
Jennie Titus
Minnie
Geo. P. Chatterton
H. E. Chatterton
E. D. Titus
Bertha Belle
B. Medary
William Tribble
John H. Wageman
William Pearree
Jessie
Will Griffith
Joseph Sherman
Harvey Drake
Nellie Howe
T. Townsley
Bertie
Leona
Family Dinner at Elmwood Farm Hosted by Titus Family
Mr and Mrs Frank Titus held a large family dinner at Elmwood Farm last week. Relatives included M Jamieson and family E D Titus and family J Harrison and family J L Barr and family Mrs Clara Titus and others. A twenty five pound turkey with garniture and cider from Elmwood was served. The day was described as admirable and delightfully spent.
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Frank Titus
Elmwood
M. Jamieson
E. D. Titus
J. Harrison
J. L. Barr
Clara Titus
Blood hounds imported to aid hunt stock in Clermont
Old Rocks a black and tan blood hound from Lee county Alabama arrives with two pups in Clermont. The dog and its kin are praised for their scent, tracking criminals across roads, marshes, and rivers, even when the quarry changes transport or cuts blood to mislead. The buyer, William Britton, aims to use the hounds to deter mischief and aid sheriffs and marshals in nearby counties.
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Lee County
Alabama
William Britton
Clermont County
Old Rocks
Britton
Clermont
Teachers Visit Enhances Batavia Education Efforts
Batavia teachers spent Thursday visiting Lockland schools to share ideas and boost educational value. Supt. Dial and the Lockland staff supported the visit, promoting social and intellectual engagement and noting well equipped, progressive Lockland schools.
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Batavia
Lockland
Dial
Supt
Midwinter Walk Reflects Hard Times in Batavia
A stroll down Main Street reveals a bleak midwinter scene with merchants, tradesmen, and workers idle amid soggy snow and a near-blank market. The piece laments severe cold, unemployment, and poverty while noting cheap goods despite misery. It also reports Meriden, Conn., plans a tax on book agents and canvassers.
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Main Street
Batavia
Meriden
Conn
Six privates and a corporal arrive in Batavia for Sunday meetings
A scramble of items describes a military presence in Batavia for religious gatherings in the East End, a civil suit against the C P W railroad in damages, and a chain of local incidents. A Winchester West Union railroad plan promises traffic growth. A Dodson named Akron postmaster and a rag buyer swindle ending with fake gold spectacles are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
East End
Concert at City Hall and Christian Endeavor notices
A Batavia concert at City Hall Friday evening February 15 supports the Batavia brass band with ten numbers including a roaring farce recitations by Miss Cicil Hulick Prof Chatterton four orchestral pieces and two quartets The Christian Endeavor Society at the Presbyterian church holds a program Sunday February 3 at 7 pm with hymns prayers scripture and talks followed by music Remarks by leaders and features on the United Society and Past and Future of our Y P S C F services at the M F E church Thursday evening invite all Batavia residents to attend for prayer and consecration with short address by Rev Ely on the Philosophy and Power of Prayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
Batavia
Christian Endeavor Society
Presbyterian Church
Christian Endeavor
Y. P
C.F. Clara Zermuhly
United States
P. F. Jamieson
M. FE
Ely
Hartshorn Mishap and Rebuilt Springe House Featured
A New Boston resident drinks hartshorn liniment by mistake and suffers a severe reaction, treated with doctors and soothing syrup. Separately, the Springe House has risen from its ashes in improved form, touted as the county’s best hotel under Mrs. Springer, offering modern conveniences and reasonable rates for travelers.
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New Boston
Department of the Interior
Hartshorn
Hartahorn
Springer
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Xenia Herald
Cedarville
Our Union
Will OF
Fair
Warren
Clermont Days
Clermonter
Frank
Highland
Happy Valley
Mr. and
Mrs. Ezra
Chatterton
Prise of
Blood Hounds
Salvation Soldiers
William Anderson
C., P. & W. Railroad
Winchester
West Union
North Liberty
Harshaville
Wheat Ridge
C. H. Murray
Hulington
Elkhart
Indiana
A Clermonter
Chicago
William Ely
George Ely
Robert Ely
E. Q. Crane
Zurmulile
William B. Dodson
Akron
This County
William
Elizabeth Clark Dobson
Ohio Democratic Press
Akron Democrat
Religious
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