Shrinkage in Tax Duplicates Across the State
Assessors report huge declines in valuations due to wheat and tobacco shortages. Counties like Brown, Highland, Clinton, Franklin, and Clermont show substantial cuts, with Franklin and Clermont noting especially large gaps. State auditor statistics will determine the full statewide impact.
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Brown County
Highland County
Clinton
Franklin County
Clermont
State Auditor’s Office
Protection for Fruit Grounds Under State Agriculture Order
State Agricultural Department issues an order to protect fruit trees ornamental shrubs and all plants grown locally. It bans selling or gifting uninspected trees shrubs plants or vines except greenhouse or vegetable stock with penalties for violations. Inspections are free if applied for before July 1 via N B Shaw Columbus C. The law targets nurserymen but applies to all.
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State Agricultural Department
State Department of Agriculture
N. BE. Shaw
Department of Agriculture
Columbus
Corrections on Decoration Day program omissions
The Courier notes two omissions from last week's Decoration Day proceedings. Mrs Walter Kain delivered a fine reading of Wounded and Rev E Burdnall read an original poem full of rhythm and patriotic sentiment. Both performances were warmly applauded and later credited in the decoration matter.
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Walter Kain
E. Burdnall
Courier
Memorial Services for Ame'ia Woodmen Held at Cemetery
The Ame'ia order of Modern Woodmen of America held memorial services at the I. O. O. F. cemetery last Sunday with about six members in the procession. Hon. Charles Kearns delivered an eloquent address. The K of P order of Williamaburg also gathered, laid flowers, and scattered tokens of affection on grave markers. Attendance by spectators was light.
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Order of Modern Woodmen of America
Charles ©. Kearns
K. of P. Order of
Williamaburg
Williamsburg High School Graduates In 20th Commencement
The Williamsburg graduating class of 14 students, eight women and six men, held commencement Friday May 28 in the M E church. Supt Franz and Principal Martin guided the event as Prof Timmons delivered the evening speech on A Century of Progress. An audience of refined citizens applauded the program.
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Williamsburg High School
M. E. Church
Franz
Martin
Timmons
Williamsburg
Milford High School Commencement Shines With Pygmalion Play
Milford high school held its May 28 commencement with a two part program. The first featured the Farewell Address by Lucy Bullock and diplomas presented by Rev. Fortney. The second part showcased six graduates in the play Pygmalion and Galatea winning strong applause. Georgia Dew won the Ohio Wesleyan scholarship.
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Milford High School
Pygmalion
Baker
Lucy Bullock
C. F. Goss
Cincinnati
Kopp
Georgia Dew
Ada Roudebush
Charlotte Balzhiser
Agnes Boyce
Sue Evane
Ohio Wesleyan
Alumni Banquet Celebrates Williamsburg High School Grads
At Williamsburg on May 29 the annual alumni banquet drew 86 guests. The event featured readings papers a welcome address responses music and toasts. Attendees enjoyed reflections on school days and friendships reaffirming lasting ties.
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Williamsburg
Postmasters Across Clermont Receive Higher Salaries
The United States raises salaries for several Clermont postmasters effective July 1. Amelia increases from 1400 to 1900, Batavia from 1500 to 1800, Loveland from 1400 to 12600, Milford from 1400 to 1600, Williamsburg from 1800 to 1400, all citing increased business as the basis for the raises. The adjustments are not expected to be reversed.
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Sam
Clermont
Amelia
Batavia
Loveland
Milford
Williamsburg
Boston Burglars Caught in the Act No Arrests
A Boston Ohio incident on a quiet June night in 1909 saw Gottlieb Ehrat warn neighbors after burglars attacked the J D Rapp residence and barn. A citizen posse assembled led by John Rapp and joined by James Campbell Chas Daughterty and Ed Dumford surrounded the house but did not engage. the intruders retreated without any arrests.
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Lon Weaver
Boston
Ehrat
Weavers
Mitchells
Galen
Masonic Hall
Rapp
John Rapp
James Campbell
Cincinnati
Chas. Daugherty
Ed. Dumford
Appreciation note from Jesse Ellis Post memorial service
Baravi June 5, 1909. E Burdsall Post Commander thanks speakers band O N G company and all who contributed to a memorial dedication service held after memorial observances. Gratitude extended to speakers band children flower boys and girls and unveiling committee for making the day a pleasant event.
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Baravi
Ep. CouRtiEr
Jesse Ellis Post
Batavia
Company 1
E. Burdsall
Famous Game In Batavia Delights Local Fans At Park
The Milford and Batavia clubs played a fast, well contested match at the school house park last Saturday afternoon. Both teams showed skill and effort in a tight battle, with a close score reflecting equal ability and strong performances.
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Batavia
School House
Milford
Batavia Dairy Group to Meet Next Saturday Night
The Batavia branch of the Tri-County Blate Farmers' Dairy Association will hold a meeting next Saturday night at o'clock in the hall over Kapp Brow store. Milk producers are invited to attend.
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Batavia
Tri-County
Blate Farmers’ Dairy Association
Kapp Brow
Floater Found at Neville Believed to Be Brown County Man
The Neville floater, once thought to be a local man, is now identified as the Brown County father who wandered from home in December. Lee and Edward Jones of Eden, Brown County, confirmed the remains are their father after garments and a shoe bore his name. A prior decedant in Cincinnati was not the same man, and the family funeral was held before correction became clear.
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Ohio River
Neville
Mitchell
Marksberry
Jones
Lee
Edward Jones
Eden
Brown County
Ohio
Cincinnati
June 6 1859 Frost Kills Corn At County Picnic
On a cold Sunday morning June 6 1859 frost killed corn and left ice on outdoor vessels. A county musical picnic featured Menter's Cincinnati band of about forty. Captain Alfred Squires organized it, but poor weather limited festivities. Jamieson's hall hosted a ten piece Menter ensemble and solos by Menter, including Cottage by the Bea.
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Menter
Cincinnati
Alfred Squires
Jamieson
Bea
Wendell Waesner Graduates From Washington Law School
Wendell Waesner formerly with the Agricultural Department at Washington has graduated from the Washington law school this week. He plans a three year postgraduate course and is described as a likely successful future practitioner due to his pluck and ambition.
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Wendell Waesner
Washington
Tempting Plum Displayed Before Georgetown Neighbors
L B Marks of Marks and Stex Cincinnati appeared before the Georgetown Business Men's Club and proposed a shoe factory project. A 150 by 40 foot building would house manufacture with 100 workers to rise to 500, with the company paying taxes and insurance under a ten year lease. Public funding via subscription is likely to be considered favorably.
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L. B. Marks
Marks & Stex
Cincinnati
Business Men’s Club
Georgetown
Las Week
Senator B R Tillman to speak at Highland Park Chautauqua
Senator B R Tillman will headline the Highland Park Chautauqua in August. The known figure is described as the man with the pitchfork and needs no introduction to the American audience.
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B. R. Tillman
Highland Park Chautauqua
Batavia Tp School Commencement Plan and Graduates
Commencement exercises for Batavia township schools to be held June 19 at the Afton M E church. The Batavia Orchestra under P F Jamieson will perform, with guitar and zither selections by Mrs Dudak and sister. C M Edwards will speak on school board responsibilities. Thirteen pupils passed the Patterson exam and are assigned to programme spots by Supt J S Hulick. The programme includes essays and musical numbers. A list of graduates and schools follows.
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Afton M. BE
Batavia Orchestra
P. F. Jamieson
Alice Dial
Surdo
Fine masonry on cemetery gun noted by General Corbin
General Corbin praises the cemetery gun masonry as the finest he has seen. The work was done by John Young and Gus Kymer under supervision of Daniel Brunk and J. L. Brown with plans by J. L. H. Barr. A bronze plate with soldier names may be added beside the gun.
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General Corbin
John Young
Gus Kymer
Daniel Brunk
J. L. Brown
J. L. H. Barr
Merited Promotion for Charles Caldwell Leads Newtonville Schools
Mr Charles Caldwell a leading county educator headed Newtonville schools attended Saturday teachers examination and learned he was granted an eight year certificate. The certificate acts like a life license and may be renewed after expiration. Caldwell is noted as progressive efficient and popular and earns board recognition.
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Charles Caldwell
Newtonnville
Caldwell
Auto collision mars Bethel Sunday drive ends well
Frank Jenike and Miss Jessie Stroup were jolted when a fast auto approached on the Bethel road causing their buggy to overturn. Jenike and the horse managed to regain control and reach their destination. On Monday Mr. Cooper settled damages with Jenike without dispute.
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Frank Jenike
Glancy Grocery
Jessie Stroup
Bethel
Bethel Road
Jenike
Cooper
Batavia
Crops Improve as Favourable Conditions Rise
State Department of Agriculture reports general crop improvement with wheat prospects about three quarters of average. Spring sowing faced unhelpful conditions but recent rains aid corn planting. hog cholera present in some areas but no epidemic reported. Acreage planted reduced from 1908 levels due to plowing and replanting.
Barn Burn Loss Sheds Light on Bootlegger Feud
Alfred Snook of Lebanon, Warren County’s chief anti bootlegging sleuth, lost 2000 from a barn fire last week. He blamed bootleggers and resigned, while bloodhounds traced tracks toward Raymond Corwin, previously jailed for bootlegging, but insufficient evidence prevented an arrest.
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Alfred Snook
Lebanon
Warren County
Raymond Corwin
Batavia School Board Lowers Levy in Regular Season
The Batavia township school board reduced the levy from 10 to 8 mills last Saturday. The move is portrayed as an encouraging sign of the times and reflects credit to the board for sound financial management.
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Batavia Township
Ihe
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