Juniors Host Indian Party For Williamsburg High School
On Friday June 6 Williamsburg juniors entertained seniors and teachers at the K P hall with Indian themed decorations in violet and gold. The program featured Miss Mabel Peterson singing, duets by Misses Bechtold and Wise, a pantomime of Hiawatha, prophecies read by Ruth Moyer, and a three course lunch. Notables included senior and junior classes and guests such as Supt. Franz, Mr. and Mrs Hunter, J W Smith, and Mabel Peterson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsburg High School
K. of P. Hall
Ross Knight
Mabel Peterson
Lillie Bechtold
Hazel Wise
Moses
Hiawatha
Pauline Walker
Robert Taylor
Minnehaha
Hazel Walker
Boyd St. Clair
Mary Shaw
Alma Hunter
Cecile Glancy
Eugene Boyd
Elsie Foster
Lida Fuhr
Beatrice Peterson
Roy Snell
Emma Rose
Gertrude Matthias
Elton Elrod
Edna Williams
Mabel Davidson
John Foster
John Bechtold
Mary Whittaker
Ruth Moyer
R. O. Franz
W. H. Hunter
J. W. Smith
Mesdames
F. W. Walker
F. W. Wise
T. B. Davidson
Harry Moyer
M.B.G
Clermont County Federation of Women's Clubs Meets in Bethel
The 18th annual Clermont County Federation of Women's Clubs met at Bethel's M E church on Thursday June 6 with about 125 members attending. Officers and visiting club leaders shared reports on literary social and civic progress and discussed library work and training of the child. The Amelia club will host next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont County Federation of Woman’s Clubs
M. E
Bethel
Federation
Bethel Club
Janies.c. Ellsberry
Bertha Ulrey
Exama Bredwell
Eva Keen
Amelia
Elizabeth Walker
Batavia
Lucian Lowell
Milford
Louise Baum
Laura Dial
Clermont County Club
Albert Callon
Jessie Coulter
M. F. McNutt
Williamsburg
Ruie Ely Brown
P.hall
Davis
Ireton
Edith Jonas
Amelia Woman's Club
Herriman
City
Mary Lucille Page
Bethel Sunshine Club
George B. Twitchell
Cincinnati
Flag Day Proclaimed for June 14 by New York Association
The American Flag Association of New York City issues a proclamation calling on U S residents, state governors, school boards, mayors, newspapers, patriotic groups, and citizens to celebrate Flag Day on June 14, 1918. The message urges nationwide participation and to display the flag from dawn to dusk across churches, schools, and buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Flag Association of
New York City
United States
Boards of Education
Remley to Speak to Moscow Citizens at M E Church
Hon Walter Remley of Georgetown will address Moscow residents next Friday night at 7 80 in the M E church. Everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Remley
Georgetown
Moscow
M. E
Honored One Receives Praise in Moscow Flood Tribute
On June 7 citizens of Moscow Ohio gathered at the Junior hall to honor A F Kayser for his dedicated service during the recent flood. The event surprised him as his wife could not attend due to illness. Rev George S Easton presented a gold watch and job, Moscow Band performed, and thanks were given to the organizing ladies and committee members M W Cox Chas Ernst Howard B Glaser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Ohio
A. F. Kayser
Geo
Easton
M. W. Cox
Chas. Ernst
Howard B. Glaser
Williamsburg Beats Dayton Twilights In Eightteen Innings
In Williamsburg last Saturday the home team defeated the Dayton Kentucky Twilights 16 to 8. Brians and Hoffman pitched for Williamsburg while Brians also starred at bat. Next game is Goshen at Williamsburg on Saturday June 14.
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Atavia
Forsthand South
elia—Bantam
Roe Village
Chile
Goshen
Veland
Pennsgown
Monroe
Tees Tees
Ohio
New Richmond
Tate—Bethel
Union
Washington
Oscow
Wayne
Edenton Saeeeree
Newtoneville
Williamsburg
Vane
Dayton, Ky
Twilights
Hoffman
Brians
Blair
Smith
Moeller
Moller
Twilight
Burnet
New Boards Planned for Ohio Pension Examiners
Gaylord M. Saltagaber, newly named Commissioner of Pensions, said he will reorganize Ohio pension examining boards once recommendations from Senator Pomerene and Ohio House Democrats arrive. The old boards will fade as proposals are adopted. currently the board has little work though vacancies persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaylord M. Saltagaber
Commissioner of Pensions
Ohio
Pomerene
Batavia Township Commencement At Highland Park
Graduates from Batavia township will hold their commencement exercises at Highland Park on Saturday June 28. A good speaker will be secured and music provided. Graduates include Stanley M. Pringle Dale A. Weaver Gertrude Brunk Mina Ungelhaem Louisa B. Perin Homer Phillips and Clifford Reed.
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Batavia Township
Highland Park
Stanley M. Pringle
Dale A. Weaver
Gertrude Brunk
Mina Ungelhaem
Louisa B. Perin
Homer Phillips
Clifford Reed
Annual Reunion of District O E S Members at Bethel
The 21st District O E S lodges hold their annual reunion at Bethel on June 24 starting 11 a m. with songs readings addresses by Mrs Maud Stephens Beulah Manning and Beulah May Manning plus a cornet duet and paper reading. The afternoon includes business a debate on Woman's Suffrage with a panel of named participants and a denouement promising a pleasant time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethel
Reading
Miss Marie Smith
Maud Stephens
Beulah May Manning
Milford
Florence Lady Bass
Charles Houser
Bessier
Pabst
Amelia Perin
John Huntington
Esther Greenhow
Minnie Gordon
Dell Roberts
Minnie DeFosset
Mr. Calhoun
James McKeever
Opposition to the Ohio short ballot system
A call to voters to vote against the short ballot plan at the November election. The piece argues the governor would appoint all state officers, claims it insults the people, and urges citizens to discuss and oppose the measure to protect liberty and local control. It notes both Democrats and Republicans oppose the proposal and promises Courier coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Courier
Beautiful Wedding Unites Miss Paxton and Harry Homan
Miss Mary Paxton and Harry Homan wed at the Paxton home in Batavia on Saturday evening with Rev. E Walt officiating. Elizabeth Paxton served as bridesmaid and J C Groves acted as best man. The couple left for Berwind West Virginia after a luncheon and reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Paxton
Harry Homan
Batavia
A. N. Paxton
Berwind
W. V
No Time Lost In Disposing of Case of Gus Meyer
Gus Meyer of Summerside aged 82 was arrested after returning from the city on charges of rape on his niece Lena Meyer. A special grand jury returned two bills rape with consent and incest. he pleaded guilty to incest. A new Ohio law allows indeterminate penitentiary time with board discretion. Delicate note on potential castration proposal. Child to be educated in Delaware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus Meyer
Summerside
Williams
Batavia
Neice
Lena Meyer
Ohio
Penitentiary Board
Maneyer
Delaware
Pick Strong Men for Local Races in Upcoming Elections
In this urging editorial, readers are called to file nomination papers by August 2 with two percent of last fall's head vote, covering township and municipal offices including school boards. The piece urges cross‑party voter participation, party unity, and vigilance over local governance and tax policy as campaigns prepare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Dissatisfaction Over Appointed Assessors Sparks Debate
The piece voices discontent from both parties about appointing personal and real estate assessors instead of electing them. It notes the governor and tax commissioner will control duties, salaries rise, and questions the lack of recourse for unsatisfactory appraisals, urging local people to demand elections.
Death in Sight as Belt Entangles Mill Worker
J M Greger of Felicity narrowly escaped fatal injury when shifting a belt at a saw mill caused his sleeve to catch, tearing clothing and bruising ribs. The belt finally flew off and the machine stopped, leaving him grateful to avoid death. The report warns that such accidents happen to operators who become careless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Greger
Felicity
M E Church Announces Weekly Services and Social
The M. E. Church lists Wednesday prayer and Epworth League, Thursday board meeting at 7 30 with Judges Joseph and Breeding, and Saturday Flag Day social with ice cream and cake on the church lawn. Sunday features Sunday-school at 9 45 with baptism and 7 p m children exercises. pastor E Burdsall invites all. Money to loan offered by Batavia Building and Loan Co. via T P Breeding, Batavia Ohio. Janitt
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Judges Joseph and Breeding
E. Burdsall
H. H. Speidel
Village council awards oiling contract on Main Street
Batavia village council opened bids for 3500 gallons of oil to cover five blocks on Main Street. Standards Oil Co represented by Allen Curry offered 8 cents per gallon and won the contract, promising street oiling while abutting property holders bear the cost. Individuals may arrange oiling at 8 cents per gallon by contacting Mr. Curry in Amelia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Main Street
Paragon Refining Co
Curry
Amelia
City council plans extended corporation line route
At Monday’s council meeting officials outlined a plan to extend the corporation traction line from the creek foot at North street across Brown's field to the viaduct. It will include the Ducknall residence and Wasner property areas, follow Keen's back to Hulick's, and run along H's line to beyond the railroad bridge then across the creek to the Wasner power house and part of the Kline estate. The clerk will hire E A Thiery for surveying. the petition will be filed with county commissioners and remain for 60 days before action.
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Corporation
North Street
Brown
Ducknall
Keen
Hulick
Wasner
Power House
Kline
E. A. Thiery
Blind pension questioned by common pleas judge in Cincinnati
Common Pleas Judge Geoghegan ruled the blind pension law unconstitutional. Auditor Edmondson, urged by Attorney General Hogan, halted payments to 20 applicants last month. A new law may provide care for the blind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas
Geoghegan
Cincinnati
Edmondson
Hamilton County
Hogan
Pilgrim Sunday urged across Batavia churches
Pastors Burdsall Lavender Wagner Meyer and McPheters call on all able residents of Batavia to attend at least one church service on Sunday June 16. They urge participation to make the day memorable for the city's worshippers.
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Batavia
Burdsall
Lavender
Wagner
Meyer
McPheters
Heavy Losses Expected Under New Liquor Law in Cincinnati
The law will deprive Cincinnati of about $420000 in license revenue. Hamilton County has 1500 saloons while 1827 sit within Cincinnati’s incorporated limits. The infirmary fund faces a $120000 shortfall. source unspecified.
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Cincinnati
Hamilton County
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Clermont
Remley
M@SCOW
Honored One
Crats
Dean
George B, Krause
Altoon, Pa
M. E. Church Services
T.P. Breeding
Batavia Building & Loan Co
Janitt
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