Decoration Observed Countywide Remembers Civil War Heroes
Last Thursday across the county residents observed the day with closed businesses and honored programs. Children from Batavia gathered at the M E church and marched with the Batavia band and G A R members to the town hall for a commendation of veterans. Hon W A Joseph spoke, recalling hardships of the Civil War era and the care for orphans and widows. Afterward ceremonies moved to the cemetery where graves were adorned, Fred Smith maintaining the grounds in pristine condition.
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Batavia
M. E
Hoor
Court House
W. A. Joseph
Fred Smith
Pure Food Law target on canned goods standards
The Pure Food Law aims to ensure cans contain the labeled contents without diluting fruit with water. Producers must fill cans with solid fruit to the declared weight, ending practices of shirking by adding syrup or juice. The crackdown follows prior oyster rulings to protect consumers.
Applegate Wins Supreme Court Case Against Railroad
Wm. B. Applegate of Branch Hill prevailed in Columbus in a long legal battle with the P. C. C. and St. L. A. R. over property damage from a passing engine. The railroad had sought dismissal on error, with A West and Louis Hicks for Apple gate and Maxwell and Ramsey for the railroad. The suit has spanned several years.
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Wm. B. Applegate
Branch Hill
Supreme Court
Columbus
A. West
Louis Hicks
Applegate
Maxwell & Ramsey
Railroad
Meetings Close at Presbyterian Church After Attentive Sessions
The Presbyterian church concluded a series of well attended meetings with sermons on sound sense. Rev Lavendar and wife and Dr Holmes left for Tennessee after the sessions. A new pipe organ is being installed and Rev L will stay two weeks. Dr Holmes praised the session as both capable teacher and man. A note promotes Derlain's Liniment for rheumatic pain relief with massaging.
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Presbyterian Church
Lavendar
Holmes
Tennessee
V. Holmes
Batavia Loses in Exciting Game Against Madisonville
Last Saturday Batavia hosted Madisonville in a sunny outdoor contest. The crowd saw a close affair but the visitors triumphed 8 to 2 as the nines played evenly and the management aimed to provide clean ball and strong attendance. Score by innings followed.
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Batavia
Madisonville
The Climate of Ohio and New Department Study
The Ohio Experiment Station forms a Department of Climatology to study climate's effect on crop production. Professor J Warren Smith leads the unit and authored a bulletin with rainfall monthly totals since 1854 and temperatures since 1838, illustrated by maps and diagrams. He will lecture at the wheatfield meeting at the Experiment Station on Friday June 21 1912.
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Ohio
Ohio Experiment Station
J. Warren Smith
Ohio Weather Service
Smith
Auto Mishap In Olive Branch Leaves Car Badly Damaged
Last Friday night Lemon Larkin and two companions headed to Olive Branch in a recently bought automobile. After meeting a friend and trying to return, cranking failed until a spark plug sparked an explosion that lit the car and oil tank. The girls shoveled dirt on the blaze while neighbors aided, saving part of the vehicle. Larkin had owned the car about a month.
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Lemon Larkin
Olive Branch
Lemon
Large blackberry crop hints at abundant picking this season
The article notes fields with blackberry bushes show a very large crop within reach of all. The fruit is freely available for picking and usable in many food preparations. Some regions have wild berries sold as a commodity, though the text trails with uncertain wording.
Vote to ratify new constitution by September 3
The Constitutional Convention adjourned sine die and will hold a vote on September 3 to ratify a new constitution. Forty two amendments are prepared including court changes, a $60 million road bond, and removal of the word male from the bill of rights to grant women the vote. The convention cost about $200000 and plans pamphlet publication rather than newspaper notices.
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Supreme Court
Circuit Court
Court of Appeals
Court of
Services at Bantam Homecoming in Presbyterian Church
A homecoming service at Bantam Presbyterian Church is set for Sunday afternoon at 2 p m on June 23. Eminent speakers and singers from a distance are expected, ensuring eloquent speech and fine music. The full program will be announced in this paper later.
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Bantam Presbyterian Church
Promoters Seek Time Extension for Cincinnati & Pittsburg Line
The Cincinnati and Pittsburg Electric Railway Co request a franchise extension to July 22. Commissioners are told work will begin and financial arrangements are set. The river road will be purchased and extended upriver, aiding residents along the route.
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Cincinnati
Taxpayers Burdened by Ohio Quadrennial Appraisal Costs
The last quadrennial appraisement in Ohio totaled 1 779 950 paid by taxpayers. Cuyahoga County spent 218 241 and Hamilton 182 682 for the task. Many urge cost reduction and protest the high expense reaching state leadership for a remedy.
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Ohio
Cuyahoga County
Hamilton
Bethel Council Reviews Extending Corporation Line
Bethel council discussed expanding the corporation boundary to include about 800 residents living just outside the line who enjoy town privileges without corporation tax. The move aims to have new entrants share town expenses, similar to Bata via’s situation, and was praised as a right step.
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Bethel Council
Batavia
Nebraska Indians to Play in Batavia Monday June 17
Clermont county residents will witness a famous American Indian ball team in Batavia on Monday June 17. The squad tours the United States and Canada and has a national reputation built over many seasons. Don't miss this rare sporting event.
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Batavia
Clermont County
United States
Canada
Hillsboro marksman sets state rifle record at Camp Perry
Ernest Miller of Hillsboro, a local militia member, scored 97 of 100 to set a new state rifle record at the Camp Perry shoot last week. He placed second in total scoring and will join eight teammates for international matches in July in Europe. Miller has long been known as a crack shot.
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Ernest Miller
Hillsboro
United States
Camp Perry
Europe
Mr. M
Hillsboro Town Goes Dry Funds Borrowed From Water Works Board
Hillsboro used a thousand dollars from the water works board last week to cover expenses until the August payment. The town faces an embarrassing cash squeeze shared by many communities and individuals alike.
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Hillsboro
Water Works Board
Hog cholera devastates Highland county farms
The last year saw severe hog cholera in Highland county with 57 visited farms reporting 2049 hogs dead or diseased. Losses reach $6,225 in one township, while some farmers lost many animals. yet the assessor notes a net gain of over $87,000.
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Highland County
Tobacco Season Harvested as Rain-Wet Weather Favored Crops
Last week’s heavy showers produced a splendid tobacco season as farmers and others with sizeable plants capitalized on rain and cool cloudy weather. A large portion of the weed was put out in this section, yielding a fine stand.
Fishermen Enjoy Fine Sport Along East Fork Banks
The East Fork region sees abundant fish as both old and young anglers report easy catches. On decoration day more than 25 fishermen crowded a half mile below town, catching mainly catfish and white perch while suckers were scarce.
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East Fork
Bethel to Oiled as Citizens Move on Main Streets
Bethel’s residents push to oil main thoroughfares in a few days after a successful subscription drive. Pending lack of waterworks, the plan proceeds with equipment ordered for the job. Williamsburg is also oiling its main streets.
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Bethel
Williamsburg
Public Auction of John Parrott Estate Household Goods
Household goods of John Parrott deceased will be sold at public auction at his residence on Friday June 8 at 1 p.m. Useful articles will be offered and the sale is open to all.
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John
Clermonter Dies In Bath Tub Scalding At Dayton Hospital
Carl Smith, 58, a Marathon resident committed to Dayton State hospital in 1910, died after a bath turned boiling water on and unable to escape. An attendant was questioned as coroner’s inquest investigated the fatal accident amid rumors. Smith left a wife and three children. his father died from heart trouble.
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Carl Smith
Marathon
Dayton State Hospital
Smith
Mr. Smith
Clermont Friends Discuss Tax Proposals In Ohio Assembly
Columbus letter notes 41 proposals on phraseology with plans to submit each for voter approval. Discussion covers uniform vs graded income tax on incomes over 3000, inheritance tax over 20000, excise and franchise taxes, coal oil and mineral production taxes, and $500 personal property exemption. Initiative remains indirect. 8 percent petition triggers bill. 3 percent demand referendum possible. A Dunn signs off.
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Columbus
Clermont
Committee On
A. Dunn
Wardens Crack Down on Fish and Game Violations
State wardens comb the Little Miami river banks for illegal seiners after a camp between Waynesville and Spring Valley was raided by Warden Kuertz. Officers plan further incursions along the East Fork with no warning to sportsmen.
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Little Miami
Waynesville
Spring Valley
Kuertz
East Fork
Owensville District Names For Next School Year
At the last board meeting in Owensville special district the following teachers were employed for the ensuing year. E H Pattison was re elected superintendent on a three year contract. Benton Hunter is principal W J Snider intermediate Mary Magree primary.
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Board of Education of
Owensville Special District
E. H. Pattison
Benton Hunter
W. J. Snider
Mary Magree
Printer's cash drought spurs planting plea in Courier
A period piece urges readers to pay outstanding subscriptions by planting seed and tending crops to fund the printer. It mixes farmer tasks with a nag for arrears, noting the editor needs money and referencing Burdock Blood Bitters as an ad.
Glorious Fourth Observance Plans Emerge in Bethel
The Fourth of July approaches with Bethel as the only county town announcing a patriotic observance. Ball games are planned in many communities as recreation and celebration, with a call for a sane and safe celebration across the area.
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Bethel
Ohio Counties Face Large Uncollectable Payments
State Auditor Fullington released a yearly report showing county officials faced $1,135,516.57 in findings, with only $328,000 collectible. Over $700,000 is illegal but unrecoverable, and remaining sums are unclaimed witness fees. The auditor urges legal action to prosecute delinquent officials and proposes a common office building to consolidate state departments saving rental costs.
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Fullington
Bureau of Uniform Accounting
State House
Armory Construction Begins Under Barr Contract
Work has begun on the new armory with J. L. H. Barr awarded the contract. A large force is at the site and water will be piped in immediately. The architect expects completion in three months, though delays may occur.
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J. L. H. Barr
Commissioners Proceedings Special Meeting May 2 1912
Proceedings list bills allowed for county officers and services at the experiment farm bridge repairs lumber and supplies. Names include Burl Jordan Elliott Howard W O Marshall Frank Hilan Henry Benjamin Oscar Gaskins and others with amounts for culverts posting postage and jail medical care. Also notes aid by Clermont Sun and water supply details. Treatment of a croup remedy ad appears at end.
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Burl Jordan
Elliott Howard
Aslary
W. O. Marshall
Webb Stationery Co
Rollin Coyle
Fairbanks, Morse & Co
Experiment Farm
Harry Hammon
Mose Gillman
Poarescueer
Frank Hilan
Herron
Potts
Charles Pierce
Experiment Room
H. A. Moore
Young
Stakalta
F. M. Kain
Postage
Prebaegene
Milford Hardwood Co
Wiltsie
Monroe
Oscar Gaskins
Ohio Corrugated
Bell Telephone Co
J. K. Ashburn
Ed Barbro
Henry Benjamin
Thomas C. Teal
Board of Public Affairs, Water and Maat
Clermont Sun
Paxton Puro
Ferris
James Malott
Clermont Dist. & Mill Co
H. Wiltsie
Carl Griffith
Four Clermont Circuit Court cases heard with two affirmations
Four cases recently moved from Clermont common pleas to circuit court were heard. Two were affirmed and two reversed. The Gaskins and Knabb decisions were reversed while Adams and the administrator's accounts in Fo Jamieson were affirmed. Shieh our readers.
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Clermont
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Burkhardt
Mit
Upham
P Or
Peer Ebeeeere
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Teeeemen
Klinger
Swartz
Sbudebush
Allertse Smyth
Snea
Ham
Wakefield
Bantam
Corporation Line
Nebraska Indians
Clermonter
Dayton Hospital
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