Tragedy in Cincinnati: Miss Dowdney Shot by Jealous Lover
Miss Mary Lou Dowdney, of Brown County and Clermont connections, is fatally shot by Julius Meinschock in a Cincinnati business district home. Meinschock himself is mortally wounded, later dies in custody after morphine use. both transported to the hospital as mother Lucretia Dowdney and relatives attend funeral services in Georgetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Mary Lou Dowdney
Queen la Grave
Chicago
Charles Dowdney
Miss Dowdnay
Julius Meinschock
Newport
Dowdoey
Mary Lou
Meinshock
Miss Dewdney
Stockholders to vote on 40 year gold bond issue
Stockholders of the N. and W. railroad meet at Roanoke Virginia to vote on issuing 40 year gold bonds at 4 percent interest totaling 35 million dollars. The bonds would be secured by a deed of trust on the company’s road equipment and franchises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. & W. Railroad
Roanoke
Virginia
Misses Hejzer and Rader Sell Millinery at Cost in June
During June Misses Hejzer and Rader will close out their millinery stock at cost at their Amelia shop. Miss Rader leaves immediately, requiring sale of all on hand by month end. Latest designs offered at half price compared with county rivals. visit the store to see for yourself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hejzer
Rader
Amelia
Local Marriages and Convention Notes From Ohio
The report lists marriage licenses issued since the last report including Robert Zimmerman and Maude Neville in Mt Oliver, Harvey Hill and Angie Pierce in Edenton, and H Peal and Ella Binkley of Goshen. It also notes Rev Frank and Edward Bauer as delegates to the Young People’s Christian Union convention at Dayton’s first U B church. Sixth District prohibitionists nominate George Dodds of Xenia for Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert &. Zimmerman
Farmer
Mt. Oliver
Maude E. Neville
Mt. Olive
Darling
Harvey Edward Hill
Clinton County
Angie Pierce
Edenton
Pringle
H. Peal
Mechanic
Goshen
Ella M. Binkley
Wayne Township
Frank
A. J. Frank
Lydia
Paul Rapp
Meda Schubert
Edward Bauer
Young People’s Christian Union of the
Ohio
George Dodds
Xenia
Distinguished Clermonter Praises Pike Exhibition
General Henry C. Corbin and party visited Cleveland en route to New York after a St Louis Exposition tour. He praised the Pike, calling it grand and instructive and said no young man should miss it. The group then continued to New York after breakfast at Governor Herrick's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry C. Corbin
Cleveland
New York
Herrick
Batavia Becomes Garden of Eden Near Cincinnati
Batavia grows in beauty with trimmed streets gardens and lawns nine feet wide. The town is lit by electricity and offers shaded groves, fountains, sailing and fishing on a scenic stream. A city reader invites weary citizens to visit 16 miles from Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Amsterdam
Garden of Eden
Cincinnati
Federation of Women's Clubs Session at New Richmond
The Federation of Women's Clubs plans a June 16 gathering at New Richmond with wide county participation. The program includes devotional exercises, talks on club values, paper readings, and musical performances, highlighting education and home life themes. A Batavia Flinch Club event at Mrs. O P Griffith's home reports prizes and attendance. The death of Miss Jennie Stark at age 67 is noted with funeral details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federation of Woman's Clubs
New Richmond
Florence Wilson
Elzabeth Jamieson
Avew
Reading
Louise Abbott
Ella Williams
Myra Greene
Purcell
Talley
Mies Widmeyer
Bleher
Bertha Fridman
Encarpe Irs Ipm Sd
Ily
Widmeyer
Bng
Anna Rawson
Nina Behymer
Harriet Saunders
Orarces Ie
Nellie Barr
Lillie Purcell
America
Elizabeth P. Mellen Woosueog
Vine
Estes
Martha Saunders
Milford Council Repeals Waterworks Extension Ordinance
At the last meeting Milford council repealed an ordinance that had granted Cincinnati Milford and Loveland Treation Company permission to extend Itelings into and beyond the village.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford Council
Cincinnati, Milford & Loveland Treation Company
Milford
Batavia Boys to Camp at Coney Island July 2 3
Batavia Boys of the 1st Regiment will camp at Coney Island on July 2 and 3. Members of company A will learn camp life duties and discipline. A battalion including Cincinnati, Lebanon and Batavia companies will also camp July 2 and 3 for exhibition purposes. The regular department encampment is set for August 17 and 18 in Athens county.
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O N. G
Cincinnati
Lebanon
Batavia
Coney Island
Athens County
Milford library hosts Merchant of Venice and child comedy
The Milford Library Association presents Friday and Saturday shows this week. Friday features the Merchant of Venice with local cast including Hayward D. Gatch, Dorothy Greeno, Pearl Breiling, Ruth Rauscher, Anna Sanders, Myra Greeno, Bess Turner, Emma Adams. A Cincinnati costumer supplies costumes and the stage is prepared. Saturday presents When the Toys Awake performed by children. Directed by Miss Margaret Adams. Proceeds fund the public library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library Association of Milford
Merchant of Venice
Hayward D.gatch
Duke of Venice
Dorothy Greeno
Antonio Pearl Breiling
Ee Bassanio
Ruth Rauscher
Salanio
Margaret Adams
Happy Graduates At Patterson Commencement Mt Holy
The Patterson class of 26 graduates held a Saturday commencement in Mt Holy with John Drummond as master of ceremonies. Principal address by Mr Spybey, Batavia, was eloquent and well received. Batavia orchestra provided fine music. program had been printed earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patterson
John Drummond
Batavia
Spybey
New Timetable Sets June 1 With Car From Batavia
A new timetable takes effect Thursday morning June 1 with changes including a new Batavia to Sycamore car leaving at 5 40 a m and arriving at 7 10 a m. Saturday night links with train No 26 and Sunday night with trains Nos 26 and 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Sycamore Street
Prominent Bethel Citizen Dies After Long Life
Charles L. Swing longtime Bethel resident died at his home Monday evening June 13 1904 He was the last member of the family of the late Judge George L Swing and uncle to Judge J B Swing Albert Swing and Mrs Mary McDonald Funeral services were held in Bethel this morning with relatives and many friends in attendance Swing was a respected town figure and well regarded by neighbors
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Stark
Gus Stark
W. H. Spybey
George Stark
Charles Stark
Charles L. Swing
Bethel
George L. Swing
J. B Swing
Albert Swing
Mary McDonald
Swing
Courier Offers Trip to World’s Fair for Subscribers
The Courier proposes a contest to send three persons to the St Louis World’s Fair in August. Top collector by July 31 wins a paid trip including rail, hotel six days, and six grounds admissions. Second and third prizes cover transport and six admissions. A steel engraving “The Orphan’s Rescue” is awarded to those with five subscribers. Earnest Hopkins, a Hamilton County high school student, contributes as clerk at the Hamilton House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Aix
Cincinnati
Bethel Local Option Vote Sees Wet Majority in Bethel
Bethel held a local option election under the Beal law with 244 votes cast, wets winning by 91. Both sides campaigned hard as claims of law violations circulated and the wets claimed the measure passed. Two years earlier the dry side won by 0 votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethel
Hoodoo Superstition Delays Marriage License in Court
In probate court a man seeking a marriage license balked after seeing the record page marked 813 and realizing the license would be numbered 1313 with the date the 13th. Clerk Whippy noted the deputy blanked the page and the next license numbered 1314, removing the double 13 to appease superstition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whippy
Williamsburg man named tax inquisitor for county
H Lochard of Williamsburg was appointed by the board of commissioners auditor and treasurer as tax inquisitor. He will supply facts to correct omissions in the tax duplicate and receive 20 percent of all added taxes. Bond is set at 1000 dollars and his two year term begins immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Lochard
Williamsburg
Board of Commissionere
County Encampment Dates Set for Veterans Assembly
August 18 and 19 were fixed for the county veterans assembly with G A R posts from the county in attendance. The Batavia post room hosted the meeting called by Comrade Eppert. Major Ben Ricker kept minutes. The parade and events will be at Bantam Fair Grounds on August 18 and 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Eppert
Ben Ricker
Farmer Topples Tree Halting Royal Blue Traction Line
A farmer near Mt Carmel felled a tree last Thursday and wind caused it to fall across the royal blue traction tracks. The tree snapped feed wires, stopping the car for three hours while repairs were made. No confirmation of crew conduct is given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Carmel
Royal Blue
Graduates in Blue Calico at Dayton Normal School
Dispatches report 22 young lady graduates wore blue calico gowns at the Dayton normal school commencement. The move marks a new sensible plan giving each graduate equal standing with neighbors and none at a disadvantage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton Normal Schools
Horse Dies After Stray Electric Fence Incident
A horse at the Cincinnati infirmary died after running into a wire fence charged by street railway lines. The report notes such heavy charges are unlikely on rural fence lines but warns of imminent danger to stock if it occurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Atock
Premature Proceedings Ex Examiner In Watch Quarrel
Ex examiner J C Wood, once sent to Clermont county to review public offices, found a gold watch at Stratford hotel in Cincinnati. He wrapped it for return and wrote his name on the envelope. The owner, William Bandle of Pittsburg, pressed the complaint but Wood's explanation satisfied the court and officers. Bandle declined to prosecute and Wood was released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Wood
Clermont County
Cincinnati
Wood
Stratford
W. H. Stanage
J. ©. Wood
William Bandle
Pittsburg
Bandle
Delaware
Outdoor Service on Public Square Draws Large Attendance
Large crowd attends Sunday night religious services on the court house corner led by Mr. Spybey and Mr. Billman from M E and Presbyterian churches. Batavia band provided music, audience joined in singing tender melodies, many stood in doorways enjoying the twilight and garden fragrances as speakers spoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Spybey
Billman
M. E
Presbyterian
Batavia
Crop Losses from Winter Kill Hit Wheat Output
Government report shows 6 000 400 fewer winter wheat acres on May 1 versus last year due to severe winter. April saw about 5 million acres plowed to other crops as grain was heavily winter killed, with Indiana and nearby states hardest hit. Indications point to a short wheat crop and conversion of plowed land to oats and corn, with expectations for a strong corn and hay crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Heavy Damage Suit Over Electric Line Accident
Rudolph Hauser administrator sues Cincinnati and Eastern Electric Company for 10000 damages after George Hauser died from injuries in a December 5 1902 accident at Nine Mile crossing near New Richmond. A sled drawn by horses collided with an electric pole causing the wreck and later death. jury viewed the scene as the trial continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas Court
Hauser
Defendants Road
George Hauser
Court House
Odd Fellows Honor Brethren With Cemetery Decoration
A large Odd Fellows gathering marched from the lodge to Olive Branch cemetery to place flowers on about fifteen graves. Brief ceremonies followed as they decorated the mounds, then similar services were held at Union and Odd Fellows cemeteries in Batavia with about 500 members participating, showcasing the lodge’s growing strength and brotherly spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olive Branch
Grand Lodge
Batavia
Union
Odd Fellows
Court orders sale of Patton Co. plant in heels case
Judge Parrott grants an order to sell the Patton Co. heel plant on June 25, with a minimum price of 7000 dollars. The sale covers stock and fixtures, while the building belongs to the Batavia Improvement Company. A large turnout and strong public interest marked the hearing.
Miss Mamie Hunt Dies of Consumption at Early Tuesday Hour
Miss Mamie Hunt daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Hunt of this township died of consumption in the early hours Tuesday. She was a bright engaging girl who was stricken last spring and greatly beloved by acquaintances. The females were taken to the city this morning where funeral services and interment will take place tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamie Hunt
Thomas Hunt
Fearl and Binkley Wed at Goshen Ohio in 1904
C H Fearl and Miss Ella M Binkley were married last Sunday evening June 12 1904 at the groom's home near Goshen Ohio by Rev H J Frank pastor of A B church The couple receive best wishes for long life and happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Fearl
Ella M. Binkley
Goshen
Ohio
H. J Frank
A. B. Church
Supreme Court Favors Veteran Bounty for Fuller’s Brigade
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that re enlisted volunteers of Colonel Fuller's brigade are entitled to a one hundred dollar bounty. John W. Murphy sued the Williamsburg Township trustees and won 100 dollars or a bond for that amount plus costs. The decision clarifies eligibility for widows and orphans if the veteran is dead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Fuller
State of
Ohio
John W. Murphy
Williamsburg Township
Hulick
Common Pleas
Circuit Court
Murphy
Himng& Bond
McKinly Brother of President McKinley Dies on Train
Abner McKinly, brother of the late President William McKinley, died suddenly of apoplexy on a train near New Castle Pennsylvania last Saturday. Remains were taken to Canton for burial beside his three brothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abner MccKinly
William McKinley
New Castle
Penn
Cantog
Woman fires revolver in domestic incident
Mrs. Bruce Bingamon, wife of a noted stockman, reportedly wrapped a revolver in rags and used it on herself last Monday causing a self inflicted wound. No cause or motive is given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Bingamon
Etowah Tribe Plans Fourth In Hillstate Festivities
The Etowah Tribe of Red Men of Hillstate will celebrate the city’s fourth with ceremonies and festivities including races, dancing, shooting baloor ascension, fireworks at night, and a fine display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etowah Tribe of
Red Men
Hillstate
Conservatory concert delight features Miss Mary Ellen Tea
On Saturday evening the conservatory of music presented a delightful concert. Among the soloists was Miss Mary Ellen Tea of this place who rendered with fine effect my number from Glurdam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conservatory of Music
Cave
Mary Ellen Tea
Railroad plans eight school outings at Highland Park
Arrangements by the railroad for eight outings from eight schools at Highland Park. The gronada will receive a thorough improvement program starting next fall. Monroe township tax books will be open at Laurel Hulington Nicholaville Nice Point Pleasant Clermontville on specified June dates with set hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland Park
Monroe Township
Laurel
Hulington
Nicholaville
Nice
Point Pleasant
Clermontville
Clermont county fair tour contest results format
The Commercial Tribune closes its fair tour contest at 6 pm this evening. Morning candidate standings list Georgia Thompson of Loveland and others in Clermont county with names such as Marie Winspeare Spann Althea Hoerner and Batavia among the readings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Commercial Tribune
Clermont County
Georgia Thompson
Loveland
Acoh
Cuce
Marie Winspeare
Spann
Althea Hoerner
Batavia
Appoints E O Bare to Manafield Reformatory Board
Governor Herrick names E O Bare of Brown county to the eight member board of managers for five years. Bare, a staunch Republican, is praised by Brown county Republicans for the honored appointment after years of service in the region. Charley Ansteadt mourns a missing mare from the Mansfield place, believed to have fallen into a ditch Monday night and found Tuesday noon, a valuable three year old mare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. O., Bare
Brown County
Herrick
Manafield Reformatory
Bare
Charley Ansteadt
Mansfield Place
Milford Enterprise Sinking Water Fund Receipts and Disbursements
The Milford Enterprise lists waterworks fund activity including total receipts from sales and bonds, disbursements and a balance in the treasurer's hands. It notes an amount due to L. Barr for sandpipe upon completion and acceptance of the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
T. L. Barr
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Clermont
Mary Louise
Christopher
Lucretia Dowdney
Georgetown
Judge Dowdney
Campbell
Dyer
Edward Dewdney
Camminaville
A. B. Delegates
Clermonter
Federation
of Woman’s Clubs
Richmond
Morrow
Grace Fridman
Josephine H. Gatch
Alla Daniells
Cora Johnson
Louise McNutt
Flinch Club
O. P. Griffith
J. C. Tatman
George Nichols
Righland Park
John Nichols
Mt. Washington
Mesdames James Hicks
W.C. Grifith
A. B. Nichols
J. M. Grifith
A. W. Ashburn
Buvinger
E. Glancy
Dayton
Annabelle Hopkins
Coney
Island
Happy Graduates
Mt. Holy
Earnest Hopkins
Hamilton House
Rede
NEW Tax Inquisitor
Assembly of the Veterans
J. C. Wood
Outdoor Service
Batavia Odd Fellows
Sardinia
Hillsboro
Batavia Songstress
Bare For Reformatory Board
Milford Waterworks
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