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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1907
Page
4
In Columbus the Republican Central Committee discussed Secretary Taft as a 1908 presidential candidate. Most members support Taft, but the group has no authority to commit. The dialogue ponders tariff questions and Taft’s stance versus Free Trade themes.
General Brown, commander of the G A R, advocates state pensions for veterans. He notes pensions are higher than those of other nations, with homes and burial rights. He suggests broadening support by improving provisions for widows, expecting popular favor for such legislation.
Senator Foraker writes to Postmaster McCoy praising stalwart Republicanism and urging a public endorsement of Taft. The Courier notes the letter as a masterful display of literature and a clear call to support Foraker and Taft, contrasting friends and enemies.
The Hullek and Weaver families host their annual reunion and feast this Saturday with an elaborate programme. Highlights include daytime inflated fireworks and affordable refreshments on the grounds. Special Batavia car service will be provided by Superintendent White of the G. P. Traction Company.
A family reunion and dinner at Mrs. Matilda Baum’s New York home last Sunday brought together her husband and son with nearby relatives. The event noted the family’s health and prosperity and the absence of distant guests.
Weekly court summary lists divorces and appeals in Common Pleas, marriages licenses, and guardianships. Probate and recorder cases show administrator appointments and extensive real estate transfers across Brownsville Bethel Williamsboro New Richmond and Batavia with prices ranging from 1200 to 266667 dollars.
Foley's Honey and Tar provides immediate relief to asthma sufferers in severe stages and may cure if used early. Sold by Bunn's Pharmacy.
Judge James B. Swing of Hamilton County visits Batavia relatives before sailing south. He will depart for Asheville the following Monday, accompanied by his wife.
Public sale to be held August 17 at 10 o'clock for a Batavia Ohio property in Clermont County. It includes all of lot 183 and a 24 foot strip of lot 184 on Main Street totaling 60 feet frontage and 165 feet depth. Property appraised at 65000 dollars with terms of one third cash and two deferred payments secured by mortgage.
David J. Starr appointed by the Probate Court of Clermont County as executor of the estate of Edward H. Jones who resided in Saint County. Dated July 17, 1907. Bsichols & Nichols, Attorneys.
Wood claims to own at least six unpublished novels written over years, believing they gain value with time. Crittick agrees, noting that paper prices are rising steadily.
Rail timetable notes eastern routes from Cincinnati stations Pearl and Butler streets and Court and Broadway. Through daily trains from Cincinnati to Roanoke Richmond Norfolk via Norfolk and Western with Pullman sleepers on No 24. Hillsboro branch links Sardinia with Sardinia trains at 5:80 am and 10:00 am daily except Sunday.
A London opinion cites rising interest in science while warning it can become excessive. A friend faced trouble after expressing fondness for ethyl hydroxide in front of his wife named Dora, illustrating social tensions around scientific topics.
Hon. Mrs. Bird, wife of a former Tasmanian prime minister, ranks among prominent Australian Salvationists. Her connection follows a daughter of Ontario’s Lieut. Gov. Galt working in Canada, while Miss Macdonald, daughter of a Toronto millionaire, serves actively in the Army.
A speaker notes publishers market a new novel as ideal for train journeys. He jokes that if you have the book you cannot complain of sleepless car trips, then challenges the listener to admit his own sense of humor.
A Saturday Review piece critiques male ideals as rooted in jealousy and possessiveness. It portrays the ideal man as a farmyard cock strutting among worshipful hens, dispensing favors yet preventing the partner from independent resource gathering.
A Topeka family argues that tidier homes attract parrots, noting a cleaner atmosphere when a pet bird is present. The claim, shared in local chatter, links household order with animal presence as a quirky household balance.
The thirty ninth annual report shows Canadian fish catch valued at 29 479 562 dollars surpassing gold and coal production and beating 1901 records by over 4 million. British Columbia tops Nova Scotia in catch value for the first time with salmon leading and lobster close behind. Over 16 million dollars in fish exported chiefly to the United States and Great Britain. 97 000 people employed in the industry across 1 384 vessels and 41 463 boats.
Ignace Ontario resident Sidney Samley lost his cabin to a fire after stuttering prevented him from telling neighbors his house was burning. He ran a quarter mile to Henry Sager for help, but his speech hindered communication and Sager’s family, thinking a fight was in progress, acted quickly with rifles. By the time help arrived only belongings could be saved.
Henry H. Rogers and John D. Archbold discuss John D. Rockefeller’s claimed annual income of 60 million dollars for 1906. They note Rockefeller earns about 164 thousand dollars per day and roughly 6,841 dollars per hour as his fortune accumulates continuously.
Dr G O Coffin notes candy excites the heart like whiskey though without bad effects. He recalls a man who slept after candy caused heart palpitations and says candy can start the heart and even aid soldiers. The doctor sees candy as a social link and a medicine of motion.
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