Lining Up in Batavia for Clermont County Republican Ticket
In Batavia 98 delegates met to nominate six county offices for November including representative for Clermont, treasurer Charles Ireton, sheriff Franklin Mefford, recorder William Donalds. Unanimous picks: J Q Bass for representative, Ireton for treasurer, Mefford for sheriff, Irwin for infirmary director. Resolutions praise McKinley, Hulick, and Republican gains, oppose Democrats and call for gold standard and veteran support.
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Batavia
B. F. Hitech
Amelia
C. W. Dawson
New Richmond
Frank Talley
Frank Hitch
M. Taylor
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Miami
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Loveland
Milford
Eco
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Monroe
Laurel
Ohio
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Pierce, Locust Corner
Stonelick
Tate
Bethel
Union
North
Washington
Moscow
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Williamsburg
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Rules and Order of Business
William Fagley
Joseph Clare
J. B. Walker
Tim Willis
Edward Donley
E. B. Holmes
John Ayers
John Cook
Grant Purkhiser
O. Norris
R. L. Johnson
George Simmons
Major Ricker
Mat Miller
William Bishop
G. W. Hulick
Fagley
Committee On
House of Representatives
State of
W.H. Facney
Clermont County
J. Q. Bass
Miami Township
Bass
Charles Ireton
Jackson Township
William P. Mefford
Franklin
William Donalds
Ohio Township
A. W. Gilfillan
N.S. Stevens
Resin Hawkins
O. H. Hardin
Chile
Felicity
Guifillen
Wade
Lewis Gelvin
David Irwin
Goshen
Irwin
Gelvin
O. Morris
Dr. Morris
Republican Party
Wm. McKinley
Govenor
Con
Geo. W. Hulick
Morgan
Rothsch
America
U. S
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J. B. Foraker
U. S Senate
United States
Oren Morris
Jos. Clare
E. F. Donley
Jos. Innis
C. W. Bishop
Ed Q. Crane
W. H. Baum
J. D. Sorrell
Man's Best Friend Exposed as Arsenal of Diseases
A reader letter defends dogs against claims of illness, arguing dogs are loyal companions and should not be banned from homes. It cites hydrophobia and other diseases, cites Dr Meguin, and urges better care to prevent spread of infections from pets.
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Meguin
Veteran Educator Retires From National Normal University
President Alfred Holbrook retires after nearly fifty years at National Normal University Lebanon Ohio plans to move to Camando California to head a school health permitting He is celebrated for building up Lebanon and advancing civilization His son Prof Heber Holbrook will fill the post maintaining high standards and continuing his methods for future students
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Alfred Holbrook
National Normal University At
Lebanon
Camando
California
Holbrook
Heber Holbrook
Ohio
Heber
Boston Basket Meeting Draws Large Local Crowd
A Boston basket meeting last Sunday drew a large turnout for a pleasant outing and a sermon. Batavians attended to greet Rev. A N Spahr, a former Batavia preacher, with another gathering planned for next Sunday.
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Boston
A. N. Spahr
Batavia
Divorce Case in Felicity Ends With Reset for Next Term
In Felicity, Ella McMurchy versus John W. McMurphy, filed for divorce and alimony, drew a large audience. The wife testified of cruelty and neglect since 1882 marriage, while the husband’s cross petition alleged abandonment and adultery. Trial halted by Judge Davis. continuance granted. next term set amid rumors of possible compromise. Mrs. McMurchy is described as upright. husband is a wealthy farmer. both well connected.
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Ella McMurchy
John W. McMurphy
Common Pleas Court
Felicity
Blanche
Davis
George Kinney
McMurchy
The Girl Gasoline and the Lamp
A New Richmond incident shows a girl accidentally lighting a lamp with a pouring gasoline stove, causing a non fatal burn and shock. The item advises careful handling of gasoline stoves and lists safety do’s and don’ts to prevent fires.
Proposed Bicycle Regulation Bill Cites Odd Comforts and Penalties
The draft law would require bicycles on public streets to display a red light on the starboard side and a green light on the port side and to carry a steam boat gong and fog horn. It also limits speed to four miles per hour, requires dismounting at crossings, and mandates firing a pistol and prayers before continuing. A certificate from multiple officials is needed, and violations carry a felony charge with hard labor.
Weather Recap and Crop Conditions Across Counties
Warm week with showers and local storms on two days. Wheat nearly harvested but light yields due to thin heads. Corn rapid growth and in fine condition. Hay harvest under way with Timothy poor. Millet struggling from low moisture while tobacco resetting finishes with mixed results. Gardens improving though berries and early potatoes show poor to modest yields. Apples good. Overall warm with potential more showers. corn appears to grow quickly.
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Timothy
Excursion Plan From Cincinnati to Zoo and Islands
The Cincinnati Georgetown and Portsmouth people schedule a round trip excursion on the 4th covering the Zoo Coney Island Ludlow Lagoon and Woodsdale Island with one fare for round trip to Georgetown also advertised. Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted to purify enrich and strengthen blood nerves and digestion.
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Cincinnati
Georgetown
Portsmouth
Zoo
Coney Island
Ludlow Lagoon
Woodsdale Island
Insane Kentucky visitor sent to asylum after Batavia visit
Edward Joyce, a tall well dressed Kentuckian visiting his Batavia sister, suffered a railroad accident that left him insane. Judge Breeding ordered examination. Dr. Belt ruled him insane and he will be confined for treatment in an asylum. Joyce has gained weight and shows derangement but potential for recovery with proper care.
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Edward Joyce
Batavia
Kentucky
Frank McMillen
South
Breeding
Belt
Joyce
Council Enjoined Over Wood Street Gutter Dispute
On Monday £. B. Scott and Joseph Rawson sued for an injunction to halt a proposed gutter across Wood Street at Fifth street near the German church. They argue the gutter would impede travel and endanger riders and pedestrians and favor tiling for a smooth surface. The council appointed a committee to confer with the plaintiffs and a settlement is anticipated.
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B. Scott
Joseph Rawson
Wood Street
Fifth Street
Ltch
Messrs
Scott
Rawson
Pleasant wedding event at Mrs Woodlief's Spring Street home
A small impromptu wedding reception at Mrs J R Woodliefs on Spring Street featured Joseph Ross of Miamiville and Miss Mattie Behymer, daughter of Mrs Woodliefs sister, with Rev Morris of the Methodist Episcopal church conducting. Guests included close friends and relatives as the couple planned to move to Miamiville after a morning train departure.
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J. R. Woodlief
Spring Street
Joseph Ross
Miamiville
Mattie Behymer
Batavia Beats Bethel In Big Baseball Victory
Batavia defeated Bethel 30 to 6 on Bethel grounds last Saturday with umpire Harry Brunaugh. Batavia’s strong play and fair sportsmanship drew praise as Batavia prepares for Georgetown on the 4th and the Mederia club visit later.
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Batavia
Bethel
Harry Brunaugh
Bethel Boys
Batavias
Georgetown
Mederia Club
Clermonters Eye Sky as Batavia Teacher Graduates
Miss Kate Hulick of Batavia township recently graduated from the Cook County Norman Chicago, one of the nation’s finest learning institutions, and received a life certificate to teach.
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Kate Hulick
Batavia Township
Cook County
Chicago
United States
Court Actions Return Mixed Outcomes Across Multiple Cases
Court records show sale confirmations and deed orders in several cases, including Elizabeth Grosnickle versus Mary McMullen with sheriff to transfer to purchaser David Grossnickle and Nancy Mobler electing monetary dower. Other entries note plaintiff elects premises, motions overruled, and various judgments, bail releases, and executors' proceedings, with numerous docket details and procedural actions.
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Elizabeth Grosnickle
Mary McMullen
David Grossnickle
Nancy A. Mobler
Otto G. Harris
Merrina P. Swope
Grace Denham
Artemas Perin
Calvin Fisher
Wm. T. Prather
Hiram D. Gregg
Charles H
Jennie B. Gregg
Albert Leeds
Thedore Fagin
Aaron D. Fagin
John H
Rawlins
Mary Ann Donlon
John B. Turner
Burglary at William Idlett's Store in Nicholsville
Last Thursday night burglars entered William Idlett's general store at Nicholsville and stole a small amount of money and goods. A broken shutter revealed the entry point and no solid clue identifies the culprits. A gasoline stove leak and near explosion occurred in Wendell Kline's Main Street residence, causing a fire that was promptly suppressed with minor damage. Ed B. Scott received a government gift engraving of Benjamin Franklin for seven years service as a soldier and ex postmaster, noting a debt of 2.67 to the post office department.
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William Idlett
Nicholsville
Wendell Kline
Main Street
Ed. B. Scott
Benjamin Franklin
United States
E. B. Scott
Post Office Department of the United States
Accidents in Clermont Cause Pain to Citizens
The article reports an injury to Tom Ferguson, a Williamsburg native working for D. K. Palmer, who fell from a ladder while roofing Frank Candle’s house. He tore flesh from his right palm and fingers but escaped serious harm, though he will miss work for several days. It also recounts a carriage accident near Harrigdon’s turning where Joseph Rawson’s party narrowly escaped a 16 foot drop, with no serious injuries.
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Wilmington Journal
Williamsburg
Clermont
Tom Ferguson
D. K. Palmer
Frank Candle
Joseph Rawson
Harrigdn’s
Mr. Runson
Masons Attend Presbyterian Church Service
Batavia Masons joined a Sunday service at the Presbyterian church with about forty members in regular attire. Rev Bell delivered a sermon on Solomon's temple, praised for its eloquence, while Miss Mary Cowen and Mrs Belt provided fine music. The large audience enjoyed uplifting singing and a well received sermon.
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Batavia Masons
Presbyterian Church
Fev. Bell
Solomu
Mary Cowen
Belt
Kellums Celebrate Fifteenth Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs J W Kellum hosted a large June 28 gathering at Albernel cottage Amelia to mark fifteen years of marriage. Guests from Amelia Hamlet Lindale Bethel Williamsburg New Richmond and beyond attended with flowers lanterns and a luncheon at 10 o clock.
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J. W. Kellum
Albernel Cottage
Amelia
Elsie Nichols
Miss Pearl
Daisy Woodruff
Albertine Kellum
Hamlet
Lindale
Bethel
Williamsburg
New Richmond
Road
Chattanooga
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