Two Slot Machine Owners Plead Guilty and Fines Imposed
affidavits filed in Common Pleas Court list six owners facing charges for keeping gambling devices. Dwight Louden and Nile Hayes pled or awaiting arraignment. Richard Stillmaker pled guilty paying 100 and costs. Charles Kanter pled guilty with 100 fine. remaining owners face pending affidavits. Proceedings stem from a raid by Sheriff G G Auxier on June 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. G. Auxier
Common Pleas Court
Frank A. Roberts
Dwight Louden
Georgetown
Fannin’s Place
Nile Hayes
Hamilton County
Rudy
Loveland
Richard F. Stillmaker
Cincinnati
Cramer
Edenton
Porter
Mulberry
Richie
Goshen
Charles Kanter
LaRue
Milford
Picones Ric
Pomona Grange Plans Special Meeting in Bethel Hall
Clermont County Pomona Grange will hold a special meeting at Bethel Grange Hall on Thursday evening June 27 at 8 30 PM. The Lecturer has prepared a good program and all members are urged to attend for those unable to attend daytime Pomona meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont County
Pomona Grange
Bethel Grange Hall
Pomona
Audrey Hammann Wed Virgil Hammann in June Ceremony
Mr and Mrs Walter Krekeler honored daughter Audrey’s marriage to Virgil Hammann with a reception June 15 at their Centerville Road home for about 100 guests. Rev George Reed officiated at Amelia Baptist parsonage. attendants were Mr and Mrs Fredrick Hammann.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Krekeler
Audrey
Virgil Hammann
Centerville Road
George Reed
Amelia In the Baptist Parsonage
Fredrick Hammann
Batavia Green Hornets Meet Batavia Old Timers In Friday Game
Friday evening at 6 30 the Batavia Green Hornets face the Batavia Old Timers in a humorous exhibition full of laughter errors and old and new players. Managers and coaches listed with several former players and a famed umpire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia Green Hornets
Batavia Old Timers
Clarence Junk Slade
Homer Wilson
Earl Butcher Fishback
Stanley Yoe Anstaett
Harold Senator Nichols
Milt‘‘Long Legs
Addie Ford Lewis
Jack
Hi-Port
Buerkle
Lou “Gramp
Mgr
Ed “Dusty” Miller
Claude ‘Dutch’ ’Coylé
Edgar
Ansteadt
Hugh “Bettle
Weaver
Guy Craver
Herb Hogberg
Jack Paschal
Robert Slade
Clermont Countians Give $700 for War Sufferers
Clermont Countians contributed about $700 to the Red Cross Relief Fund for war sufferers in Europe. Rev. Vernon Martin, chairman, said the total trails the $5,000 quota but shows strong county support. The drive continues through June with Red Cross calls for more aid and local groups preparing to sew and knit garments from supplied materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
Red Cross
Deputy Treasurer James M Fitzpatrick Attends I C C F Conclave
Deputy County Treasurer James M Fitzpatrick left Tuesday for Youngstown Ohio to attend the annual conference of Past Grands of the I C C F to be held Tuesday through Thursday. It marks his twenty second consecutive year at the conclave and he is a past Grand Master of the I O O F of Ohio. He also looks forward to the Wednesday night banquet of Past Grand Masters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Fitzpatrick
Youngstown
Fitzpatrick
Ohio
Surprise Birthday for Geo Marriott in Batavia
Mrs. Alfred R. Marsh of Cincinnati organized a quiet surprise 90th birthday party for her uncle Geo Marriott. Relatives from Lockland Hamilton Cincinnati Newtown and Batavia attended at his Water Street home on Sunday June 16. Guests enjoyed ice cream cake and punch and extended warm wishes for many returns of the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred R. Marsh
Cincinnati
Geo. Marriott
Water Street
Batavia
Lockland
Hamilton
Newtown
Boys Bossy Club Meeting Notes and Activities
The Boys Bossy Club of Mt. Carmel Glen Este met June 4 at Finley Jacobs home for a short business session and a soil conservation film. A June 11 gathering at Wiederhold home featured swimming and a business meeting led by President Lawrence Sullivan with refreshments and games. News reported by Nelson W. McGraw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bossy Club
Mt. Carmel Glen Este
Finley Jacobs
Wiederhold
Glen Este
Lawrence Sullivan
Merrill Pattison
Nelson W. McGraw
Three Injured In Route 7 Auto Crash Near Chile
A Monday crash on Route 7 two miles west of Chile injured three people, including Mrs. J. E. Boston 82 Mercer Street Cincinnati. The injured were taken to Bethel Hospital. driver Carlos Fugett and two Felicity men suffered minor injuries. Two hogs died and the rest fled, later rounded up by farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chile
J. E. Boston
Mercer Street
Cincinnati
Boston
Thomas Longworth
Felicity
Morgan
Hayden to Introduce Pension Bill in State Assembly
Representative John Hayden of Clermont County will offer a long discussed bill in the Senate, aiming to extend to Ohio’s aged the maximum security possible under the federal system. Hayden’s push follows a Republican meeting in Columbus and aligns with his road improvements for Clermont County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T County
John
J. den
Columbus
Hayden
Ohio
Clermont County
Kennedy pleads guilty in DWI case. five days fine and license suspension
Elmer Kennedy changed his plea to guilty just before trial, receiving five days in jail, a $100 fin e and costs, and a one year license suspension. Separately Anna Callahan’s $10,000 wrongful death suit against William Pribble Trucking Co. Bethel was settled out of court for an undisclosed amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Kennedy
Anna Callahan
William Pribble
Bethel
Milford Kiwanis Week Observed at June Meeting
Milford Kiwanis Club marked All Kiwanis Week during its June 17 gathering at Terrace Park Country Club. President J H MacDonald cited Kiwanis International’s 25th anniversary and highlighted Know Kiwanis Accept Kiwanis and Practice Kiwanis as core aims with past presidents participating in a dedication reenactment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford Kiwanis Club
Kiwanis Week
Terrace Park Country Club
United States
Canada
Kiwanis
Detroit
J. H. MacDonald
Milford Club
Bennett
C. Emidson
Albert Lee
Minn
Kiwanis ‘International
Milford Clu
Committee On Kiwanis Education
M. H. Burkholder
Kiwanis International
John Friend
Leonard Harding
John Hardoerfer
Fred Hartsock
Charles Niehaus
Ray Riehle
Taamg
Clermont County Delegation Attends First School Custodians Conference
Registration totals 90 the first day and 56 the second at Wilmington event. Clermont County sent eight of eleven superintendents and many school custodians with sanitation specialists showcasing exhibits from sewage disposal to heating and ventilating. C J Mundhenk won a $10 prize for best outline on Heating and Ventilation. Officials tentatively plan intra county SANITATION conferences and potential seven county regional meeting next summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Clermont County
C. J. Mundhenk
Milford
T. R. Walker
P. K. Moore
Batavia
L. G. House
Goshen
J. W. Evans
Owensville
P. G. Meranda
Moscow
M. H. Burkholder
W. J. Tabscott
Amelia
H. Z. Maddux
Williamsville
Frank Hoggatt
Miami Rural
Mulberry
Owensville Population Grows in Ten Years
The Owensville Village population in Clermont County Ohio rises to 334 as of April 1 1940 from 383 in 1930 per preliminary Sixteenth Census counts. Final figures may adjust. Supervisor Wray Bevans notes preliminary status of the data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owensville Village
Clermont
Ohio
Wray Bevens
Batavia Village Library Summer Hours Set
The Batavia Village School Library opens two afternoons weekly from June 19 to September 7. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays 2 to 5 pm with Mrs. Cora Bishop serving as acting librarian during the summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia Village
Cora Bishop
Pin Cushion Club Holds Sixth Meeting at Mrs Battles Home
The group met Tuesday June 1 at 2 30 at Mrs Battles home to plan a trip to Coney Island. Members discussed car pooling and each automobile carrying its passengers. Dresses were fitted by Mrs Battles with Betty Pringle noting the news.
Population Growth in Pierce Township Ohio 1940 Census
Population of Pierce township near Amelia in Clermont County stands at 1527 on April 1 1940 versus 13030 on April 1 1930. Figures subject to correction. Wray Bevens Superintendent of Census reports the counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce Township
Amelia
Clermont County
Ohio
Jolly Workers 4 H Club Forms in Newtonsville
The Newtonsville Girls 4 H club held its first meeting May 31 at Newtonsville School under Mrs Ruth Williams and Miss Mildred Marshall. Officers were elected and the club named Jolly Workers. Next gathering set for June 14. Gertrude Spears, Reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newtonsville
Newtonsville School
Ruth Williams
Mildred Marshall
Jolly Workers
Gertrude Spears
Happy Helpers Meet in Williamsburg Home
Happy Helpers of Williamsburg held a meeting at Juanita Bohl's home on June 5, 1940. Members shared what they would make, then enjoyed lunch before adjourning. some stayed to play tennis and croquet. Marjorie McCaughy, Reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Happy Helpers of
Williamsburg
Juanita Bohl
Marjorie McCaughy
Reponter
Batavia Considers Uniformed Traffic Patrol for Main Street Opening
Batavia Village Council will discuss hiring a uniformed motorized traffic officer at its next regular session. The officer would enforce traffic laws, require a self-supplied uniform and motorcycle, and be paid 1500 dollars yearly. The move follows a planned opening of Batavia's new main street and aims to curb driving hazards. The Rotary Club supports the measure, and officials deny plans for a speed trap. It is expected Frank Perry may be the appointee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Batavia Rotary Club
Frank Perry
Epworth League Ice Cream Social Set for June 22
The Epworth League of the New Tonstownville Methodist Church invites all to an ice cream social on Saturday evening June 22 on the church lawn. Cakes, fellowship, and music expected. community members encouraged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Newtonsville Methodist Church
Riffle Named University's Student Council President
Election of Paul Riffle of Mulberry Ohio to the post of student council president for the coming year was announced today at the University of Cincinnati. Riffle, son of Rev Eugene Riffle, is a 1934 Milford High School graduate and senior in the Law College. He previously attended Ohio Wesleyan University and earned a BA in 1938.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Riffle
Mulberry
Ohio
University of Cincinnati
Riffle
Eugene Riffle
Milford High School
University
Law College
Ohio Wesleyan
June Wedding at Batavia Methodist Church
The marriage of Sarah Jane Spencer and Richard Patton Jr. took place on June 15 at Batavia Methodist Church with Rev. C. R. Spangler officiating. Best man was John Patton. ushers included James Morgan, William Halbrecht, Thomas Glaze, and Charles Clarke. bridesmaids Ann Patton Virginia Spiker Ruth Ann Spencer. gowns featured pink organza and hyacinth blue. decorations used white gladioli and lilies. both families include prominent alumni from Ohio Wesleyan, University of Illinois, and Ohio State University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia Methodist Church
Sarah Jane Spencer
Hugh Kenneth Hillin
Richard Patton, Jr
Richard Patton
Bexley
Ohio
C. R. Spangler
John Patton
Messrs
James Morgan
Columbus
Wm. Halbrecht
Sandusky
Thos Glaze
Mariemont
Chas
Ireland
Hillin
Ypres
Belgium
California
George Preston
Patton
Ohio Wesleyan University
University of Illinois
Ohio Wesleyan
Ohio State University
Ohio State
Smoky’ Mountains
Tigh ‘Avenue
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Hammann Krekeler
Base
Clermont Countians
W. Merriott
Rep
John Hayden
Bill
B. O. Knudson
Council
Batavia Library
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