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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1929
Page
5
In Clermont county the Let of Common Pleas matter involves O P Manning across civil proceedings. The record notes a dispute over unspecified claims requiring court action and potential remedies under local civil procedure rules.
Mr and Mrs W H Miller hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Al Wiesboodt and others from Sardinia New York and Williamsburg. The Houser and Surrey families attended Clayton Larkin’s funeral at New Richmond. Joe McClain sold the Daugherty property last week. Families from Madisonville Whitesville West Virginia and Indianapolis visited recent hosts. Louisa Perin returns from California with Mr Perin continuing to Seattle Washington.
Families and friends of Southern Ohio plan an all day event at Star Lake near Mt Crab with grand officers expected. A 36 piece Springfield children band will provide music and a basket dinner will be served. Admission to grounds is 10 cents and the meeting is open to the public.
The threshing season is active but yields are light in this section. Some grain sprouted in the shock causing losses. Farmers may salvage by feeding sprouted grain to poultry and swine, with $1.30 per bushel offered last week at the machine.
Uniformed men guard roads into uninfected territory to stop and search autos. Sugar corn transfers between sections spread the pest, a dreaded enemy to corn growers.
Nick Hoes of Batavia, a traveling salesman for Batavia Overall Factory, followed another car and struck a telephone pole after the caller signaled a turn. He was treated by Dr. VanHorn and his car was taken to H R Ayers for repairs. he remained on the street on Saturday, still suffering from wounds.
The Boden bill raises city district limits to 20 mph in congested areas 86 mph in less dense zones and 45 mph on country roads. The measure, part of a package of over twenty five laws from the last session, takes effect today amid warnings for violators.
Walter Pohl of Georgetown sustained serious injuries including a broken jaw in two places and a broken right arm after his motorcycle collided with Albert Armstrong’s car near Willow Brook Inn just north of Sinking Spring. A girl in the sidecar was thrown clear with only bruises. Pohl was taken home to Georgetown. his condition is serious but not dangerous.
About 25 Scouts met at the Armory last Thursday with important announcements and assignments for an upcoming entertainment. New Scouts were received making four First Class Scouts in Troop I, organized less than a year. An overnight hike to the Batavia camp was planned with their Scoutmaster, and a Thursday meeting will end with a treasure hunt and watermelon prize.
Ex Commissioner Chas J Witmer of Stonelick township reports a Monday morning barn fire that destroyed the barn and contents, with one horse escaping. The loss includes six hogs, farm implements and hay, with partial insurance. Suspected spontaneous combustion in freshly stored hay.
Clayton C. Larkin cashier of Fish National Bank New Richmond died at Jewish hospital Cincinnati from heart disease Friday night aged 66. A widow survives him. Funeral Tuesday at 2 pm burial Mt Pisgah. His successor at the bank has not been appointed.
John Hugo of near Williamsburg exhibited a Flat Dutch cabbage head weighing 18 pounds 8 ounces, displayed in the Golden Glow window on Sunday. Gardners praise his impressive produce and showmanship.
The 74th Carthage fair in Cincinnati runs August 14 to 17 with nightly fireworks, band concerts at 10 am 1 pm and 7 30 pm, a free circus at 2 and 8 15 pm daily featuring Joe Melvin and Company Five Blacks Curtis Animal Circus and Danger. Four races including 1250 and 1000 stakes plus a Horse Show highlight the lineup. Also for sale sow and 9 pigs from Littler Bantam Ohio.
Union Church services progress with steady attendance despite warm weather. Next Sunday services move to the Presbyterian church with Rev. H. P. Abbott as speaker and the public is invited to attend.
A woman reports gas pain forcing her to sleep upright in a chair. An advertisement promotes Adlerika as a stomach relief remedy, claiming immediate relief on first spoonful and removal of old waste, with Druggists in Amelia selling it.
Miss Malinda Stump of Pikeville Kentucky visits Goshen for the week with her brother Reverend Stump. Several Cincinnati and Madisonville visitors stop by including Mr and Mrs F B Bishop and relatives. Families of Ireton Scott and Williams host guests. Rev V O Stump and family return from Kentucky trip. The Ledger notes a quote about rights.
Local residents share visits across Covington Oxford and Kentucky towns. The Owensville Fair is set for August 20 to 23 with promises of the best show yet. Notables attend homecomings and social events in Williamsburg Williamsport and Cincinnati with many journeys noted.
The Musical Recital Club of Amelia gathered at Miss May Jean Lewis’s home for a program read by the hostess. Pupils enjoyed a creek outing on Mrs. Miller’s farm with cake and lemonade after class photos. Performers included Marjorie Hutson Myrtle Moore John Norris Lenora Hicks May Jean Lewis Katherine Moore and Raymond Jackson. Visitors and future plans noted.
Blenheim Palace in England is described as the largest privately owned residence with a main building stone area of three acres. The text reflects on aging and the calm it brings, noting opportunity may or may not present itself.
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