Decoration Day Observed by Veterans and Locals in Batavia
Civil War veterans and townsfolk gathered at the Union cemetery, led by the Batavia band, to decorate graves. Speeches by Attorney W G Bishop and soldier James Patchell honored departed comrades. W L Kearns, a Portland journalist, dies after eight months illness. County normal graduates and County Commissioners meeting wrap up as road plans await the State Highway estimate.
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Batavia
Armory
Union Cemetery
W.G. Bishop
James Patchell
State highway funds extend road work in Clermont County
The state nominee and Clinton Cowan secure 8 thousand dollars for Clermont County road building with the county adding 200 thousand, totaling 500 thousand for road construction. State surveyors already on unworked routes, with estimates due by mail and bids and bond sales to follow.
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Clinton Cowan
Clermount County
Old
Clermont
Clermont County
Cowan
Contested Swing Line Meeting Sparks Protests in City
Meeting of the council and merchants failed to decide on retention or removal of the Swing line. Business leaders oppose dismantling while property owners fear loss of waterside access. briefs will be filed this week before the Public Utilities Board.
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Pundie Utilities
Organpi Townships Boosting County Good Roads Effort
Attorney John Hanssermann leads Organpi township efforts to organize southern townships for a road improvement program. Membership costs one dollar with equal say for all, funds cover expenses, no salaries, and state aid totaling 500000 will be spent in Clermont County this summer. The push aims to build better roads by next year as the movement progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hanssermann
Pierce Township
Bovust
Clermont County
Sycamore Trees Suffer Decline In Town Section
The sycamores show slow foliage growth with half developed new leaves. Insect damage resembles past elm affliction, affecting the courthouse tree. A protective spray is advised, but concern grows over using chemical treatment to save the old sycamore in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Locust Invasion Forecast Stirring Local Warnings
A 17 year cicada outbreak is predicted this year though past notices failed to appear. Residents face pest battles already ongoing and hope for no locusts this season.
Pike Repair Urgent On Batavia Olive Branch Route
State pike between Batavia and Olive Branch needs immediate repair to curb growing holes on the top surface. Early repair is inexpensive. delays will allow motor traffic to worsen the openings during this dry spell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Olive Branch
Building Under Repair At Hamilton Building
The Hamilton Building is undergoing repairs with paint and plastering. J. M. Lyle is replacing fallen plaster in both the upstairs law offices and downstairs business rooms. The old Hamilton house corner site is being improved for the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
J. M. Lyle
Hamilton House
Protests Filed Against Repeal of Daylight Act
Protests filed with Congress oppose repealing the daylight act. City and town residents and farmers argue the old method benefits schedules and seasons. The article notes farmers could shift work hours to avoid hardship and time losses.
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Congress
Railroad section hand Ambrose breaks leg at work
Ambrose a section hand on the N and W railroad suffered a broken leg above the ankle while workers placed new ties Monday The accident occurred when he stepped into a tie opening and was caught between the tie and track causing a square break The incident happened in hot weather as ties were pulled into position with picks in the side
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Ambrose
Mr. 7
Teachers Institute in Clermont County To Decide Location
Clermont county plans a summer Teachers Institute but has not chosen a site. The town offering the most associate membership tickets will host the event, but teachers are not yet voting on the location. Some would abstain, leaving others to decide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont County
Mail Service Lags After Train Change in Batavia
The Batavia mail service for second class matter has improved slightly but remains poor after the train service change. Parcel post to the city only in morning, none eastbound except in the evening. Incoming rural route mail sits in Batavia until next morning, with a locked pouch delivering city mail in the morning and evening.
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Batavia
Goshen Hosts Masonic Work and Banquet
Goshen Encampment of the J C C F hosts recent work as Batavia lodge members visit to assist. Three candidates receive first degree with large attendance despite weather. next Friday night the second degree. Bethel I O F lodge to confer second and third degrees on June 7 with 11 candidates. Chile lodge to be entertained.
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Goshen
J. C. C. F. Lodge
Batavia
Rebeckahs
Batavia Lodge
Bethel I. O. O. F
Chile Lodge
Where Will You Spend Your Fourth This Year
Decoration Day has passed and plans for Fourth of July celebrations are under way in several towns. Summer resort attractions may not draw as many youths, so home celebrations are expected to see better attendance.
River road project completes from New Richmond to county line
The river road improvement from New Richmond to the Hamilton county line is completed after months of work. The project will greatly please travelers and is one of Clermont county’s road-body efforts to finish this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Richmond
Hamilton County
Clermont County
Rank Growth of Wheat and Rye in Brown County
Farmers report very rank growth this year with rye reaching seven feet eight inches and heads developing in proportion. The strong growth signals a potentially large yield for the Brown County crop season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown County
Clermont Holstein cattle sold to Texas rancher
The Clermont Holstein Breeders Co. of Bethel sold a car load of cattle to D. M. Leaverton of Texas who shipped the animals to a 600 acre ranch in eastern Texas after seeking blooded stock across several states.
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Clermont Holstein Breeders Co
Bethel
D. M. Leaverton
Texas
Clermont County
Squire Ross Improves After Arm Injury
Squire M. F. Ross is improving from an injury to his right arm suffered weeks ago when he attempted to crank a Ford. His office duties occupy much of his time as the dog law draws attention. Warrants authorize the sheriff or deputy to seize unlicensed dogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire M. F. Ross
Hartman Son Notified Successful in Residency Exam
James A Hartman of Batavia is named by Cincinnati General Hospital Superintendent A C Bachmeyer as having passed the recent Resident Dental Internship competitive exam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati General Hospital
James A
John Hartman
Batavia
A. C. Bachmeyer
Clermont Bar Meeting to Hear Paxton Life and Death Readings
Members of the Clermont Bar will meet at the courthouse Thursday at 8 pm to hear revolutions read on the life and death of Judge A. N. Paxton. Full attendance is requested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
Court House
A. N. Paxton
Inspection Night for Batavia Royal Arch Masons
Full attendance requested from Batavia Royal Arch Masons on Tuesday night June 10 for the inspector. Members are urged to be present and on hand.
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Batavia
American Refugees in Caucasus Threaten Cannibalism
Howard Heinz, American Food Commissioner for the near East, reports from Constantinople that Armenian refugees in the Caucasus face extreme hunger. He estimates food for up to 500000 people is needed from outside sources for another year. He cites mutilated remains and a woman eating a human arm as evidence of famine driven cannibalism and notes dire conditions and lack of clothing seed or relief. Funds are being raised in America to ease the distress.
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Caucasus
Howard Heinz
Near East
Constantinople
Heinz
Mr. Heinz
America
Teachers Needed in County Schools Short on Staff
The county schools, about 80 in number, face numerous teaching vacancies across subjects. Some openings may be filled by recent normal graduates, just finishing Friday.
Your Opportunity Now for Boy Scouts Associate Membership
A wartime appeal praising the Boy Scouts of America for tireless service and urging readers to become Associate Members. It frames a dollar as support for boyhood, better citizenship, and future leadership, calling on readers to stand by the organization.
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Boy Scouts of America
Red Cross
Partnership Tax Returns Obligation for 1918
Recent ruling requires every partnership to file an income tax return for 1918 by June 16. Requests for Form 1065 blanks go to Internal Revenue Collector Gilligan in Cincinnati. Penalties apply for late filings. The act also requires reporting of payments of $1000 or more to individuals via Form 1099 by June 15.
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Internal Revenue
Gilligan
Cincinnati
Batavia Woman Faces Right-Side Paralysis After Stroke
Mrs. May MacTomany of Batavia suffered a stroke of paralysis on the right side Monday morning. She is recovering slowly and it is hoped will soon recover with improvement, her family noting progress. Her son James of Baltimore was telegraphed and he and his wife started for home.
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May MacTomany
Batavia
James
Baltimore
Flyer Route Extends Evening Service to Williamsburg
The evening eastbound flyer now stops for passengers on Sunday nights and at Williamsburg after a kick was registered with the company. This arrangement lets people remain in the city longer in the evenings.
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Williamsburg
Batavia Plans Weekend Baseball Game At Park
Batavia schedules a 2:30 p m Saturday game at the park between the home team and a visiting club with more games planned each Saturday and a double header on July 4. Grounds work nears completion and ample accommodations for large crowds are arranged.
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Batavia
Death of W Scott Smith Former Batavia Citizen
W Scott Smith, once a Batavia resident, died at his Washington DC home. He enlisted at 14 and served in the Navy, later acting as private secretary to General Bliss, twice secretary of the Interior. He leaves a widow and four daughters. He will be remembered by many older citizens.
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W. L. Kearns
Chas J. Kearns
Portland
Oregon
Georgetown
Organ
Portland Telegrarh
W. Scott Smith
Batavia
Washington D. C
Army
Navy
Gen. Bliss
Secretary of the Interior
State Teachers Pay and Aid Rules As Legislature Acts
The legislature sets pay scales for teachers and boards of education. Elementary teachers with minimal training earn low wages. those with professional training or three years experience earn 75 dollars monthly. Two years Normal Course graduates or five years teaching meet 75 dollars. High schools must average 20 dollars monthly. Boards short of funds must attach a statement when submitting to the County Auditor.
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Educaton
Boards of Education
Tme
Wheat Conference Reports Strong County Involvement
About fifty Clermont Farm Bureau delegates led by P. E. Ireton attended the Wheat Marketing Conference at Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce on June 2. County millers from Owensville Milford Bethel and Williamsburg participated with SW Ohio reps. a Clermont Bureau Day is set for June 17 at Owensville Experimental Farm with wheat grading demonstrations and price announcements. Farmers urged to bring wheat samples for grading and attend the June 17 program with discussions on broker producer agreements.
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Clermont Farm Bureau
P. E. Ireton
Monroe Township
Chamber of Commerce
Cincinnati
Snider
Owensville
Scott
Milford
Dillman
Bethel
Jenkins
Williamsburg
Ohio
Farm Farm Farm Farm Bureau
Farm Bureau
Bureau of Markets
Clermont County Federation of Woman's Clubs Meet in Williamsburg
The Clermont County Federation of Woman's Clubs will hold an all day meeting in Williamsburg on June 6 with a good program and dinner. The afternoon program includes two numbers of special interest featuring Mrs. Sarah McGuffey recounting YMCA wartime experiences in France and Mrs. M. Allen Martindell speaking on Do Whatsoever Thy Hand Findeth to Do.
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Clermont County Federation of Woman's Clubs
Williamsburg
Federation of Woman’s Clubs
Sarah McGuffey
Y.M.C. A
France
M. Allen Martindell
Washington, D. C
Batavia Hosts Camp Dennison In High-Scoring Win
The Batavia ball team entertained Camp Dennison in a nine inning game last Friday winning 18 to 4. A large crowd attended. Several games are planned for the season and local park upkeep will be in excellent condition with little work. Jacob Anstead and Frank Knauer are painting their properties, and the town has ample painting needed.
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Batavia
Camp Dennison
Jacob Anstead
Broadway
Frank Knauer
Main Street
Obituary for Mrs Jennie Rogers Milford Ohio
Mrs Jennie Rogers aged 47 wife of Levi M Rogers former Treasurer of Clermont County died at her home on Cleveland avenue Milford Ohio on Monday June 2. She belonged to the Woman's Relief Corps Mothers Club Milford M E Church and is survived by her husband and seven children. Funeral services will be held at the residence this Wednesday at 2 PM with interment in Greenlawn cemetery.
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Jennie Rogers
Levi M. Rogers
Clermont County
Cleveland Avenue
Milford
Ohio
Village to Use Stone Pile for Violators
At a council meeting the village ordered violators to work out their time and board themselves instead of city workhouse. The village will provide board, and the prisoner is kept by himself with a return guarantee. If he escapes the stone pile awaits his term and is set to break the stone for village streets.
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Charles R. Snyder
Columbus
The
Normal
Estelle M. Fite
Josh Whitenack
Zella V. Gutbreati
Alice C. Greiner
Naomi Daonb
Margaret Buender
Puaina Ecenulte
Clara K. Johnton
Adeline Jones
Cornelia C. Brower
Ruth
Foster Clara A. Underwood
Pactrato
Glancy
Anna O. Jobers
Sasah Brown
Velma Aunsteatt
Fisher Ansteatt
Pearl Kay
Nettie M. Wilson
Board of County Commissioners
Clermonts
Organpi ‘Townships
Teachers’ Institute
Squire Ross
BACPA
Ian
Ceessi UE
Washington
L. M. Rogers
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