Ida May Story of a Little Girl Who Ran Away
Ida May Boyd, a Cincinnati girl of fourteen, ran away from the House of Refuge in Cincinnati to Batavia with four companions. After wandering and begging to stay with new friends, four men including Superintendent Costello pursued her. she was returned to Batavia and placed in custody, then brought back to Cincinnati. The piece condemns the refuge system and laments harsh treatment of a vulnerable child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida May Boyd
Walker House
Cincinnati
Miss Boyd
Batavia
House of Refuge
Miss Ida May
Clermont
Ten Mile
Mrs. Knabb
Bennett Bethymer
Law
Costello
Behymer
Birthday Dinner at Newton Hutchinson Home
Friends and relatives gathered at the Newton Hutchinson country home near Miamiville on a Tuesday to celebrate his birthday anniversary. About fifty guests enjoyed a grand dinner, music, dancing, games, and conversation, with Mrs. Kitty Paxton revealing the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton Hutchinson
Miamiville
Loveland
Kitty Paxton
Tragic Train Brakesman Killed On Big Four Road
Charles Corbin 28 son of James Corbin of Nicholsville was run over and killed instantly Monday morning on the Big Four road near Cincinnati. He worked as brakesman and fell from his train, causing his death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Corbin
James Corbin
Nicholsville
Cincinnati
Best chicken breeds for farmers from Stoddard guidance
The article reviews white Leghorns as top layers among non sitters, noting their early maturity and need for warm winter quarters. It contrasts Leghorns with Hamburgs Polish Blacks Spanish Howdans and other breeds, citing endurance, laying, foraging, and care differences. It also discusses Brahmas Cochins Plymouth Rocks Wyandottes Dockings Dominick games and crossbreeding suggestions for general purpose and egg production. Remember to stock clover for winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Stoddard
Am Egg Farm
France
Plymouth
America
Plymouth Rock
How a Clinton County Dog Triggered a Lethal Stampede
A Wilmington Journal report recounts a Clinton county farmer’s dog turning mad after biting his sons and six horses, then dying. The animals suffered convulsions and fatal injuries, costing about $1000 in stock. Two boys were sent to Chicago for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington Journal
Clinton County
Wodson Oglesbee
Mr. O
Chicago
Fisher
Delegates Chosen for State Republican Convention
At the meeting last Saturday delegates to the State Republican convention were chosen. Delegates: James B. Swing, H. C. Jeremiah, M. Jamieson, Charles Alrey, E. W. Dixon, W. H. Fagley, Charles H. Thomas. Alternates: C. W. Jones, J. D. Gallagher, E. J. Fagaley, W. W. Prather, Joseph Clare, William Huddle, 8. P. Atwood, J. R. Woodlief, W. H. Baum. Election board members were named. delegates are uninstructed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Swing
H. C. Jeremiah
M. Jamieson
Charles Alrey
E. W. Dixon
W. H. Fagley
Charles H. Thomas
C.W. Jones
J.D. Gallagher
E. J. Fagaley
W. W. Prather
Joseph Clare
William Huddle
P. Atwood
J. R. Woodlief
W. H. Baum
Destructive hailstorm hits Mt Pisgah area crops
Last Thursday a hail storm near Mt Pisgah damaged glass and cut crops severely. Charles Mott on Denham's Hill estimates about 700 dollars in losses, wheat 500 dollars. B F Lindsey’s crops including fruit ruined, estimated losses at least 300 dollars. Commissioner Lindsey and Chris Bieber among others reporting losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Pisgah
Charles Mott
Denham’s Hill
B. F. Lindsey
Commissioner Lindsey
Chris Bieber
The Last Man. Clermont Contractor Recalls Fort Phil Kearney
John Cook of Modest, survivor of the Fort Phil Kearney massacre, recounts his wound from an Indian arrow and his service in the U S Army. He joined 117 men from Carrington at Little Piney river, endured a fierce fight, and returned to the fort with Captain Brown’s fate sealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cook
Milford
Fort Phil Kearney
U. S. Calvary
Cook
Staon
Calvary
Carrington
Columbus
Captain Brown
Stine
Brown
Little Piney River
Capt. Brown
Little Pittey
Little Piney
Plains
Novel jump seat carriage by Stirling and Moore
A new jump seat carriage for J. N. Lytle features a shortened body by five to six inches and a forward section that moves via groves when seats jump. When converted to a single carriage it reduces bulk, or extends bed for use as a two seated wagon, with simple operations and stylish upholstery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Lytle
Stirling & Moore
Taylor Returns In Mystery After Cabin Disappearance
Alexander Taylor, feared dead after a cabin fire and coal pit incident six to eight weeks ago, reportedly seen in Cincinnati last week by George Hill of Bethel. He had just returned from Memphis and did not know the stir his absence caused, a turn that underscores his enigmatic departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Taylor
Cincinnati
George Hill
Bethe
Taylor
Memphis
Tennessee
Prince of Wales accused in brisk legal spat
Col Gordon Cummings' counsel asserts a sharp charge against the Prince of Wales, likening it to past scandals. The piece remarks on equal treatment of aristocracy and commoners, while promoting Dr. Bull's Baby Syrup at 25 cents and advertising farm implements from Stirling & Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon Cummings
Prince of Wales
England
Dr. Bull
Death of a Noted Steamboatman Captain Edmund Tharp
Captain Edmund Tharp a prominent figure in western boat building died at his Mt. Rolly Ohio home on May 14 at age 80. He helped design fast elegant steamers on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and worked for old Cincinnati boatyards and the Marine Railway Co. He was brother to Captain Perry Tharp and father in law of Pilot Jesse Nichols. He left a large collection of drawings and vessel specifications and led a devout Christian life.
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Edmund Tharp
Mt. Rolly
Clermont County
Perry Tharp
Jesse Nichols
Ohio
Mississippi
Cincinnati
Marine Railway Co
Elevation of Women in Politics Sparks Local Debate
A McArthur editorial page features a female editor addressing a claim that women voters will lift politics to new heights. The exchange highlights strong partisan rhetoric and sharp rebuttals from a rival paper, with calls for decorum and critique of local exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McArthur
McKinley
Zaleski Journal
Fair Lady
McArthur Plain Dealer
Anniversary Celebration for Rev McMullen and Nancy Bishop McMullen
The couple marked their 60th wedding anniversary on June 8 1891 at their New Boston home attended by about sixty relatives and intimate friends. Rev McMullen spoke of fifty years of married life and changes since the wedding with remarks from Mrs Bishop and her brothers. The event closed with prayers and well wishes for the couple’s peaceful decline and lifelong Christian service.
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William T. McMullen
Nancy Bishop McMullen
New Boston
McMullen
Wells
Parlor-raised figure faces mild hazards and bright day
The subject appears cheerful and untroubled by noise or hardship as he travels the avenue, noting only a light skirmish with a canteen as the mildest danger. Snakes nearby are mentioned but do not disrupt the scene, underscoring a carefree mood.
Mulberry Man Challenges Clermont County 500 Yard Foot Race
Uncle Jerry Tice of Mulberry offers a 500 yard foot race against any man in Clermont County weighing over 200 pounds for the county championship. The challenge invites local contenders to test speed and strength in a public contest.
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Jerry Tice
Mulberry
Clermont County
Births and deaths in Clermont county 1801 and 1890 compared
The Clermont county year ending March 31 1801 recorded 870 total events with 512 births and 358 deaths, while the year ending March 31 1890 logged 1051 events with 652 births and 399 deaths, prompting concern over rising mortality and births. Blacksmith H M Howe of New Richmond was injured when a fractious horse crushed him against a shop wall. bystanders offered prompt aid and he survived with a broken rib.
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Clermont County
H. M. Howe
New Richmond
Cincinnati Portsmouth Virginia railway incorporation filed
On Thursday articles of incorporation were filed in Columbus by Col. Sam Hunt T D Rhodes Henry Lewis and Howard Hollis ter to form the Ohio & Northwestern railroad property under the name Cincinnati Portsmouth Virginia railway with capital stock of 2 160 000 The road is described as in fine condition heavy ballast and stone culverts replacing old treaties
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Sam Hunt
T. D. Rhodes
Henry Lewis
Howard Hollister
Ohio & Northwestern Railroad
Cincinnati, Portsmouth & Virginia Railway
Non Partisan Board Takes Oath Of Office
The county election board yesterday took and subscribed the oath before Judge Breeding of the probate court. Members include J. R. Woodlief W. H. Baum Republicans Hugh Nichols J. R. Parrott Democrats. Woodlief, oldest of the four, will be chosen president by seniority and usual practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Election Board
Judge Breeding
Probate Court
J. R. Woodlief
W. H. Baum
Hugh Nichols
J. R. Parrott
Mr. Woodlief
Violent June Wind Storm Ravages Moscow
A twenty five year record wind storm struck Moscow last Wednesday at about 8 p.m. tearing roofs from stables of E J Manning and Dr B B Ingras, destroying outbuildings and trees on Broadway and Elizabeth streets, and flooding streets with debris. Country buildings also suffered significant damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
E. J. Manning
B. B. Ingras
Broadway
Elizabeth
Tragedy on Winchester Trestle Claims Young Man
A Winchester youth named Suters walked the high trestle over George Creek as an eastbound Cincinnati excursion train approached. He was struck and killed, his mangled remains collected in a mail sack. The piece calls for penitentiary punishment for trestle walking.
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Suters
Winchester
George Creek
Cincinnati
Allen Glancy Exhibits Original Art At Main Street Studio
Lovers of art in Ohio are invited to see Allen Glancy's collection at his Main Street studio above the Glancy store room. The exhibition features original landscapes still life and animal paintings created from natural scenery. The free display welcomes visitors every afternoon this month and offers a chance to study works by a popular local artist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Clermont
Allen Glancy
Glancy
Main Street
Optimistic Crops Outlook Cited by Depew in Midwestern Tour
Depew’s interview with New York papers from Ohio and Illinois highlights bright crop prospects this year. He predicts large cereal exports due to European crop failures, with gold from Europe likely returning to balance trade. He notes strong, cautious business conditions across sectors. Ayer’s Pills advertised as a preventative, urging timely action. Pensions granted last week through Capt. Will Nichols of New Richmond to six individuals. Nichols praised for consistent success in claims. Swisnan and Cox join Indianapolis railway incorporation group.
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Depew
New York
Ohio
Illinois
Illaois
Europe
United States
Will Nichols
New Richmond
Louisa
Thomas McCormack
Nancy A
Charles Robb
Elizabeth
Silas Martin
Thomas L. Nichols
Nichols
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Ida May
The
Indians
Kearney
NON Partisan Board
Archives OF Art
Ayer
Jupees
P. F. Swisnan
Josh Cox
Indianaplis
Indiana
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