Court settles Clermont county fraud suits for 1640 dollars
In Clermont County Common Pleas suits by the State against John W. Davis and others overdrawn funds are settled at 1640 dollars. The original claim totaled 10926.80 with credits leaving 2658.08, but the court records show a final judgment of 1640 amid demurrers and dismissals. The settlement faces criticism for lacking full public disclosure.
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State of
Ohio
John W. Davis
J. C. Wood
Davis
Wood
H. L. Nichols
Crane & Ely
Davis & Woodlief
Circuit Court
Bright Young Clermonter Abroad Writes Interesting Letter
A private letter from Batavia describes Mies Birdie Perkins traveling in Europe dated June 8 1902 from Munich and recounts ship passage from Trieste to Patras Corfu Brindisi and Athens. She visits the Acropolis Propylaea Partheon and Areopagus on Mars Hill in Athens and notes the scenery and history with vivid detail concluding the tale with a promise to continue next week.
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Batavia
Mies Birdie Perkins
Perking
Europe
Munich
Germany
Santa Lucia
Greece
Trieste
Adriatic
India
Patras
Lloyd
Turkey
Corfu
Corby
Ulysses
Corcyra
Brindisi
Horace
Patrae
Athens
Italy
Jupiter Olympus
Acropolis
Propylaea
Athena
Bay of
Salamis
Corinth
Peloponnese
Erechtheium
Parthenon
Mount Hymettus
Mount Penteticon
Ita
Payx
Areopagus
Mar’s Hill
St. Paul
Supreme Court Decisions Prompt Beal Act Challenge
Attorney General Monnett says a forthcoming suit will strike down the Beal act as unconstitutional. He argues laws must apply uniformly across counties and that the referendum clause and varying local provisions amount to special legislation, prompting an extra session to remedy related issues.
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Monnett
Supreme Court
Monners
State of
Ohio
Monbett
Honoo St Ie
Trolley Franchise Granted by Batavia Council
At a special Batavia council meeting a franchise was granted to C. G. & P. Rail road Company to build street traction lines. The route was moved one block to protect property, with wooden poles 20 feet high planned. tracks to be flush with streets and wires insulated. Work to begin and finish forthwith under council supervision and an engineer, with trees protected and no interference with other roads.
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Batavia
C. G. & P. Railroad Company
Main Street
Hamilton House
Market Street
Broadway
Third Street
Wood
Market
Change in managers at Bell Telephone V6 Clermont unit
Charles D. Jenkins resigns from his Clermont county post with Bell Telephone V6. Charles Slade, a Clermont county native, is appointed to replace him effective July 1. Mrs Jenking continues to oversee the Batavia exchange. A R Bass of Morgantown Indiana reports kidney pain relief after Foley’s Kidney Care from Dr Jobo Buon & Bon.
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Charles D. Jenkins
Bell Telephone V6
Clermont County
Charles Slade
Jenking
Batavia Exchange
A R. Bass
Morgantown
Ind
Foley
Jobo Buon & Bon
Stomach and Liver Tablets Praised by Loomis Justice
T W Robinson of Loomis Michigan endorses Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best stomach remedy he has used. They claim to correct stomach disorders and regulate the liver and bowels, are easy to take and pleasant, price 25 cents per box, sold by Beck's Pharmacy.
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Tam
Chamberlain's
T. W. Robinson
Justice of the Peace
Loomis, Mich
Beck's Pharmacy
Guardian Named for Adams County Widow in Court Action
Mrs. Joseph Hudson of Adams County was granted a guardian last week after her brothers James and John Sparks petitioned due to old age and helplessness. C. W. Naylor of Manchester was appointed guardian. She returned with 2600 dollars to give him and later handed over 500 dollars from an old fruit jar for safekeeping. The widow receives a monthly veteran’s pension of 72 dollars from her late husband.
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Joseph Hudson
Adams County
James
John Sparks
C. W. Naylor
Manchester
Hudson
Naylor
Eye surgery saves veteran's sight after painful operation
Thomas Lewis, a 50th Regiment veteran, endured paralysis and an eye abscess causing intense pain. Dr. Saddler performed a nerve free operation without anesthesia, removing the growth and restoring the eye. The veteran recovered vision and a lighter financial burden for the procedure.
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Thomas Lewis
Dr. Saddler
Lewis
Saddler
Tobacco market report shows steady prices amid modest volume
The Journal notes reduced week to week offerings with little market change and steady price ranges for similar tobaccos. Demand remains satisfactory with new eastern and southern orders, while crop prospects improve despite late spring setbacks and pest damage. Daily averages and weekly totals are provided.
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Journal
Trolley Dreams Lift Batavia to City Life Ambitions
Town foresees rapid growth as trolley lines link Batavia to Cincinnati. Real estate climbs, carpenters gain work, and labor flows through new houses and commerce. Citizens expect a modern suburb with city conveniences, health, and income growth. Foley's Kidney Care plug ends ad.
Heyl Fort Episode Stirs Kentucky Township War Echo
A Cincinnati rumor tale recounts the Heyl siege at Bethel with Mrs Heyl defending the Pemberton farm. Machinot, the guard, is accused of firing from the fort, is dismissed, and peace returns as reports warn of mercenary treachery.
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Bethel
Heyls
Kentucky
Mr. Heyl
Heyl
Machinot
Periculis
Petticoat
Cincinnati
Fort Iley
Remains of Dale C Cowen laid in Batavia courthouse
The funeral service for Dale C Cowen was held Friday in Batavia with a full courthouse crowd. Relatives from four states attended as pallbearers carried the casket before the bench. Eulogies praised his life and virtues, with interment beside his wife. Also notes local attendees from Cincinnati Owensville Wilmington and Dayton. An unrelated ad for Deans Ointment offers relief for hives.
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Batavia
Dale C. Cowen
W. F. Roudebush
P. J. Nichols
Frank White
Stephen Cramer
G. A. Frazier
Harry Dennis
C. W. Pegg
Lire
Rev. Frank
Bailey
Willis Cowen
Michael Cowen
Allen Browning
Wilmington
Philip Swing
Cincinnati
Gilbert Dustin
Delia Davis
Edward Potts
Dayton
Jeanie Dustin
F. W. Roudebush
Owensville
John Kerr
Lynchburg
James Faveret
Lou Patterson
John A. Kilne
Pleasant event by bright children at church
The Sunday school children gave a charming program at the M. E. church on Sunday night. Dressed neatly, they performed recitations and songs with careful, faithful effort. The event featured multiple student participants, including Helen Lindsley, Claudine Johnston, and Ralph Titus, and concluded with a collection and remarks.
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M. E
Thellitie
Reas Tvviet
Gt Gap FE Aok
Dames Fishback
ONG
Helen Lindsley
Claudine Johnston
Irwin Kain
My Shepherd
Jean Glaney
Vaeergarite
Bradley
Abe
Jefferies
Nate
John Orebaugh
Rogier
Ella Nichols
Marjorie Walker
Ralph Titus
Josephine Gardner
Henry
Little Elmer
Janes
George Orebaugh
Alice Dial
Olive Marshall
Jessie Markland
Oooe Dorie Kate
Veteva Rice
Helen Lindsey
Panama Hat Dupes Hit Market Reducing Prices
A year old Panama hat sold in New York last week for 50 to 100 dollars can now be bought for 5 to 10 dollars. An imitation so similar to the original floods the market that distinguishing them requires close inspection. Consequently the Panama hat is no better than ordinary hats, and modest buyers holding a dollar hat now benefit most.
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Panama
New York
Batavia Improvement Club Sets Townwide Example
The Batavia Improvement Club has enhanced the town’s wealth and beauty and inspired neighboring towns such as New Richmond Bethel Georgetown and others to form similar groups. The movement spreads as towns recognize a good model and follow suit.
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Batavia
Brady’s Border Fighters Redefine Vincennes Victory
In McClure’s July issue Cyrus Townsend Brady portrays a 170-man force that captured Vincennes on the Wabash from the British in February 1779. The piece argues this achievement surpasses famous frontier feats and elevates the Valley’s role in American history.
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Sam Houston
David Crockett
George Rogers Clark
Cyrus Townsend Brady
McClure
Great Northwest
Alamo
Kirlach Andrews Wedding Blessing at Afton Home
Miss Malinda Kirlach youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Kirlach married Harry Andrews manager of Carthage Steel Works at her Afton home June 25 1902. Rev Frank U B church officiated. Bridal attire white organdy lace and bridal roses. Few relatives attended. Postponed home to Elmwood after July 1 for brief wedding journey.
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Malinda Kirlach
Eimwood
Medaled for Good Nature in New York Grammar School
The New York Sun reports a young city grammar school student received a medal for good nature. Though not a top scholar, his manners and gentle behavior earned praise, with the Courier urging etiquette prizes as part of schooling to foster well bred, capable youths.
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New York Sun
Courier
Epworth Heights Camp Meeting Published Program
The Epworth Heights annual camp meeting program is published with strong ministerial and oratorical line up. Events run from July 4 with a patriotic rally through August 11 including lectures sermons and stereoscopic views. Governor Nash will speak. noted ministers and soloists also appear. music by the Northern Indiana Conference quartet and Lula Tuechter.
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Epworth
George K. Nash
Thirkield
Moore
Small
Pearson Hoetsch
Lane
Nave
Kungsan
Oviyer
Naftzger
Guild
Thornburg
Thomas
Bonsall
Dawson
Indiana
Lula Tuechter
Cincinnati
Epworth Heights
Union
Special Railroad Rates to Cincinnati for Fall Festival
The Central Passenger and Traffic Association offers favorable September rail rates to Cincinnati for the Fall Festival. Illinois and Indiana travelers may use about one cent per mile within 180 miles and one and one third fare within 190 miles for round trips. Rates apply September 14 to 23 with return by September 20 or the day after for certain dates.
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Central Passenger and Treffic Association
Cincinnati
Roosevelt
Order of
Stan-Nic-Nic
Celebrites
Illinois
Indiana
Cincinnenal
Central Passenger and Traffic Association
United States
Iran
Merry Nics
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Common Pleas Court
C. B. Nichols
Newby
Highland County
Expert Woods
David Denham
Simi
Clermonter
Tobacco Market
Cincinnat
D, Joho Bann & Son
Fort Heyl
Dale Cowen
Dean
Batavia Improvement Club
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