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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1913
Page
4
BaravidA OnTo July 9 1918 commentary compares Governor Coxs expansive plan to a toy and attacks his December session aims. It blasts Democratic policy, taxation, and farm policy while accusing Wilson Bryan and U S leaders of manipulation and financial missteps.
The article notes Governor Cox, after backing Mr Biglow and the rule of the people via I I R, campaigns to block signatures on petitions to trigger The People’s Power against laws in his legislative agenda.
A Columbus Week analysis argues state government has become Russianized under Cox. The governor would control most commission appointments and half of elective offices, with an amendment to the constitution to gain the rest. Bureaus listed include Industrial Commission Agriculture Film Censor and Civil Service among others.
The Democratic House caucus has voted to abolish the United States Court of Commerce after memorials to Congress and President Wilson urged its continuance with funding. The move aims to handle the issue in an orderly, dispassionate manner.
The Common Fiba s Court entries include an order for sale of real estate in the Stall case with appraisers named, a mortgage matter in favor of the Love Land Citizens Electric Co for 159.85 plus costs, a marriage license for Kee A Conover and Clara Beckman, and appointments and wills filings. Real estate transfers list numerous parcels sold for nominal sums, with buyers, locations such as Stonelick Mt Carmel New Richmond and Batavia Townships, and prices mainly $1 or $1,000 for larger properties.
Work is progressing rapidly at Ohio State University on the dew botany and zoology building started in late April. Plans include a lake in the natural hollow near the building for raising aquatic plants and animals for lab use. The state archaeological building at the University entrance nears completion and will be ready for occupancy soon.
At the Rural Improvement Conference in Indianapolis promoted by the Indiana State Bankers Association, A B Graham urges showing city life’s hardships to farm boys. He says exposing the tough urban side reveals that all work has hardships and no one job is all pleasure.
In Owensville, Albert Carter and partners won a judgment for their untold profits after a settlement directs payment from the Barr estate and Mrs Patterson. Carter seeks 880 dollars with interest, while 168 and 282 are allocated against Barr’s estate and Mrs Patterson respectively. Costs fall to Mrs Patterson.
Prof. Timmons who led Milford schools for four years resigns to become superintendent of Nelsonville schools, bringing a higher salary and greater workload as Milford awaits a replacement for a town of about 7 000 residents.
Last week about 200 life certificates were issued to teachers in the state. Miss Nina Behymer of Amelia, niece of J. R. Woodlief, is among the fortunate recipients. Friends congratulate her on this milestone.
The case of Mrs Murphy of Milford against the C M and L Traction Co over rent was heard Monday morning. The argument for a new trial was overruled and the railroad company won the previous trial.
The passage extols books for guiding humanity with hope and courage, soothing suffering, uniting distant ages and lands, and shaping ideals. It laments how literature grants beauty and truth, offering eternal blessings and thanksgiving to God for this gift.
Edenton areas shared visits among neighbors with Mrs Crosson and son Lewis of Blanchester and others at various homes. A lively Edenton Newtonsville baseball game ended 6 to 4 in favor of Edenton. Howard Day of Mt. Carmel and Miss Myrtle Little wed at Batavia. James Rhoeten died Saturday. Rev. Terry led services and burial at Ash Ridge Cemetery.
Miss Thelma Hill of Williamsburg visits Bethel relatives. Mrs Ella Waterfield returns to the city after a two week stay with Mrs and R Beck. Misses Daisy Lady and Velmer Beck plan a Dayton visit. Miss Hazel White of Muncie visits Gladys White. Mrs May Manning and daughter Mary visit J M Milner and wife in Augusta Kentucky. R E Leeds circulates among friends. Mr and Mrs M E Studer host guests including Mr and Mrs McAllister. Prof and Mrs B T Davis visit Felicity relatives. Linton and Roy Goodwin visit relatives. Prof W S Strickland comes to country home for summer. Miss Louise Chatterton vacationing with sister Wren Chatterton. Mrs Nina Sells of Dayton visits A O Wood family. Mrs Emma K Smith visits city friends. Harry Dillman family return from Hartford Connecticut. Mr and Mrs Laclede Kennedy entertain enchre club. Mr and Mrs J F Parker host daughter Mrs R C Rose. Edna Bass and Tom Scott of Milford visit Bertha Hall and others. Mrs Quincy-Pool of Lockland visits niece Mrs O A Brannock. Mr and Mrs Oliver House spend Sunday with H J Beck family. Miss Irma Briggs, city resident, visits sister Mrs Walter Bainum.
An Exchange excerpt argues against useless remorse and urges focusing on avoidable troubles. It recalls a 19th century misstep where a counterfeit Mexican dollar circulated, explaining how intrinsic silver and gold content misled counterfeiters who overvalued the fake coin.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announced last week that all section men will receive extra pay for overtime during last spring's flood. Foremen get $25 and section workers $10 as a reward. The men appreciated the gesture.
The Ohio State Fair will feature illustrated lectures from the College of Agriculture at 10:11, 1:80 and 2:30 daily. Lantern slides will aid explanations. The fair runs September 1 through 5.
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