Ghosts in Brazier Rally At Hidden Treasure Inquiry
Local Brazier excitement centers on alleged treasure unearthed by a band of spiritualists led by a Wright figure at Charles Martin's home. They seek signs from spirits to locate the treasure while sidestepping skepticism amid a late nineteenth century backdrop of Bethel followers and public ridicule.
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Earth
Wright
Charles Martin
Cleveland
Henry Brazier
Barney Noble
Bethel
Bethel Organization
Father of Twenty Five Children Dies in Brown County
Samuel B. Curtis a pioneer of Perry township Brown county died at his home aged 24 his death caused by cancer He was father to 25 children including 2 survivors with his widow He migrated from New Jersey to Ohio at age six a Republican who enjoyed leading a voting party march He was buried in Fayettsville at Cramer cemetery with widespread attendance of neighbors.
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Samuel B. Curtis
Perry Township
Brown County
Ohio
New Jersey
Fayettsville
Cramer
W. B. Chidlaw
Clermont County
New York City
Favorable to Pensioners Bill Passed in Congress Last Week
A bill to remove guise on laws restores pensions to a deceased widow's children and distributes accrued pensions after a soldier's death. Payments prioritize the widow, then children under sixteen, then final illness and burial expenses. If a veteran dies before a check is mailed, funds go to his estate.
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Congress
Veteran stricken with paralysis at Portmouth home
An elderly man suffered paralysis at his home in Portsmouth last week. A friend asked about a dinner course and the host reportedly served nothing but a fine attempted meal, as the note reflects a broader social reminiscence. The text also contains ad copy for Syrap of Figs as a cleansing remedy.
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Portsmouth
Lebanon Post Office Controversy Over Mary Proctor Appointment
The Western Star discusses Mrs. Mary Proctor's nomination for the Lebanon postmastership, noting a split in Democratic county sentiment. Hutchinson supporters and Rockhill backers clash with pro Proctor leanings, while Cal Brice draws strong, critical attention among Lebanon Democrats. Despite bitterness, well wishes for Proctor's administration exist, with outcomes to be revealed in time.
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Western Star
Mary Proctor
Leb
Elisroth
Warren County
Mra. Proctor
Lebanon
Democratic Party
Cal Brice
Lebanon Democrats
Wallstreet
Youthful Dissipation Ends In Alcohol and Tobacco Ingestion
Guthrie Powers a five year old boy in Mt. Holly swallowed a ten cent plug of tobacco and drank a pint of whisky. He showed sickness and fading intellect but recovered speech and sight after physicians pumped him, though he remained bedbound. The family plans to move to Aberdeen, Brown County, hoping for reform as he reaches school age.
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Guthrie Powers
Frank Powers
Mt. Holly
Aberdeen
Brown County
Allen Glandy's Boast
The genial artist Allen Glandy recently sold a roast painting to Mr. MccMillen of Cincinnati for Andrew Bates Co. The work depicts a beef cut on a buffet with exact proportions and appetizing coloring. A butcher’s price tag reads 48 cents, yet the painting likely fetches much more. Glandy’s talent turns dinner into art and will not leave him in poverty, as he can evoke appetite with his work.
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MccMillen
Cincinnati
Andrew Batead Co
South
New Bee Hive Opens at New West Fifth Street Location
The New Bee Hive at 170 West Fifth Street Cincinnati relocates five doors west after lease expiration. Old stock liquidated at or below cost. a full new stock is offered at old prices during opening week inviting Clermont friends and patrons.
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West Fifth Street
Cincinnati
Courier
A Frosty But Kindly Old Age
Rev Edward Cox of near Pt Pleasant, in his eightieth year, skated ten miles from Pt Pleasant to New Richmond and back last Saturday. He wore skates made sixty two years ago in Cincinnati and is a respected Clermont pioneer and citizen.
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N. BR
Edward Cox
Pt. Pleasant
Auld
Clermont
Revival Gees at Presbyterien Church in progress
Revival services are in progress at the Presbyterian church with Rev. Hill of Hartwell assisting Rev. él in charge. The meetings continue this week, with Wednesday night services nearing. All are invited and welcomed.
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Presbyterien Church
Hill
Hartwell
Rin
Eagles Invade Ohio Sheep Pasture in February Sighting
Dr Kline of Periitown witnessed two enormous eagles swoop into Captain Robert Kernehan's Milford area Southdowns, killing two lambs before the flock was dispersed. Kernehan, an even tempered owner, prepared to guard his flock as eagles remain scarce in Ohio with few prior incidents recorded locally.
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America
Uncle Sam
Kline
Periitown
Robert Kernehan
Mr. Kernehan
Big Man
Kernehan
Ohio
Milford
Duckwall
Elk Lick
Joseph Walker
Williamsburg
Wedding Banquet Causes Stir in Florence Event
A wedding party of two couples from the wilds of oe surprised diners at a Florence restaurant last week. They lingered outside the hotel before entering and, once seated, ordered soup, fish and bananas for their dinner, creating a lively scene and leaving town with the day’s stories.
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Xenia Republican
Florence
Firat
Handsome souvenir for Delaware county armory dedication
The Delaware Gazette published a 14 page supplement honoring the new armory for Co. K of the 4th regiment D. N. G. The dedication included Gov. McKinley and staff and officers of the regiment. The edition's typography and editorial work are praised as superb and artistic.
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Delaware Gazette
Delaware County
Co. K
Batavia Council Revokes City Marshal Pay for Lighting Duties
A Batavia council meeting revokes the ordinance fixing the city marshal's compensation for services including lighting street lamps and janitorial duties. The decision stems from inability to meet monthly expenses. A new lighting arrangement will be discussed next Monday night. Newcomers labeled as bridge builders on the C P and W road live with families in Portsmouth. Communion services and new member reception are announced at the Presbyterian church next Sunday.
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Batavia Council
Wood Street
Marteet Street
Dr. Bishop's
Firth
Krinks
Lovnst Street
Portsmouth
Presbyterian Church
Distinguished Visitors Inspect Batavia Jail Plans
Captain Mose Crawford editor of the West Union Defender and ex Probate Judge Tolle visited Batavia last week to view public improvements and the new jail. They praised Batavia brick and the jail, noting Adams county plans fourteen cells to house offenders. They called on Ides Davis, toured public buildings and printing offices, and returned home by evening train.
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Mose Crawford
West Union Defender
Adams County
Tolle
Batavia
Uee
West Union
Clermont
Ides Davis
Puddile
M D Gatch a Prominent Clermonter Dies in Xenia
M D Gatch a Greene county lawyer and former legislator died on a Friday in February in Xenia He served as Greene county prosecuting attorney four years in the state legislature four years and part of the state senate A Republican and long time Trinity M E church member he was buried the following Monday with ministers officiating Pallbearers included John Little W F Trader Luke Connable Samuel Connell Lester Connel and Judge Smith
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M. D. Gatch
Greene County
This
Xenia
Rico
Trinity M.E
A. N. Spahr
W. I. Fee
van Pelt
John Little
W. F. Trader
Luke Connable
Samuel Connell
Lester Connel
Judge Smith
Seed House in Columbus Offers Wide Seed Selection
Seed seekers should contact A. W. Livingston in Columbus, a leading Ohio seed house. Goods are warranted and prepared with care, carrying everything from fruit and vegetable seeds to ornamental varieties. Many Clermonters ordered last year with high satisfaction. now is the best time to order for early filling.
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A. W. Livingston
Columbus
Ohio
Patchwork ban on farmers trousers sparks debate in Lebanon
At a Lebanon farmers club meeting, after general discussion, it was resolved that a farmer should not wear patched trousers to town or church. With wheat at 48 cents per bushel, a few modest patches may be allowed if kept out of sight, but interfering with a man’s patches should be restrained.
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Farmers’club
Lebanon
Fire at Marathon Hits Home of Theodore Abernathy
Early Sunday at 9 o clock a fire damaged stairs clothing and bedding at the home of Theodore Abernathy in Marathon after a defective fire sparked the blaze. Neighbors rushing to worship services aided in extinguishing the flames with only minor damage and no serious injuries.
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Theodore Abernathy
Tobacco Market Holds Firm As Offers Remain Strong
The trade shows no material change week over week with large offerings in both Old and New crops. Prices stay firm on top grades while mid and lower Old grades remain weak, and inferior New crops are expected to stay low. Buyers are eager, weather may hinder New Drop receipts, and strong prices are likely to persist for good tobacco. Old stock sells at advantageous levels with several owners moving holdings.
Special Districts Threaten Township Public Schools
Editorial warns that rampant creation of special school districts endangers township schools. Prof Heber Holbrook argues this rangement erodes the township system, leaving poor sub districts underfunded while richer areas form separate districts.
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Heber Holbrook
The
National Normal
Batavia
Bank, Building & Loan Association
Boxwell
Township School Fund
Auction and sale notices from Amelia and Belfast events
On Saturday March 9 John Hizer sells at his Amelia residence at 10 am horses wagons grain potatoes farm implements and household goods. Joseph Th. Amelia sale begins 9 am personal property cows wagons burness horses farm implements and household goods with nine month terms. March 16 at Batavia township Owensville turnpike four land tracts 120 acres 7 acres 58 acres and 89 100 of an acre cash then balance in one and two years. March 20 Elias Dumford Belfast sale of a ten horsepower traction engine cash. M E guild pie cake sale at Mrs J R Woodlief residence March 9 to aid treasury and public comfort. Pies and cakes praised for quality and digestion suitability for Sunday dinner.
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John Hizer
Amelia
Joseph Th
Aus
Batavia Township
Owensville
Williamsburg
Elias Dumford
Belfast
P. Mas
M. E. Guild
J. R. Woodlief
Delaware House votes to repeal off premises liquor sales
In Wilming ton last Friday the House passed a bill repealing the act allowing saloonkeepers to sell liquor in quantities under a quart for off premises consumption. Mrs. James L. Wolcott sang the Dorology as about fifty women joined. The bill goes to the Senate amid mixed opinions on forcing buyers to purchase more than a single drink.
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House of Representatives
Wilmington
Delaware
James L. Wolcott
Wolcott
Senate
Revival at Hillsboro Reaches 300 Converts
A Hillsboro revival reports about 300 citizens converted including the entire lodge of the Knights of Pythias uniform rank. The speaker praises faithful service as a Christian value and notes the Knights' contribution to the effort.
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Hillsboro
Knights of Pythias
The Forsaken Farmhouse Haunting Threatens Election Day
A faded poem describes a ruined farmhouse with a ghostly presence haunting the fields and abandoned homestead. The piece ends noting that three weeks from next Monday is election day, tying the eerie scene to the upcoming political event.
Aged Mount Pleasant Gentleman Found Dead In Bed
A elderly resident near Mount Pleasant was found dead in his bed on Monday. The death was reported by local authorities and neighbors who described a quiet, routine morning following his passing. Further details on cause or funeral arrangements were not immediately available.
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Bushman
Mt. Pleasant
Koh and Middleton Plan Vine Street Theatre Remodel
Koh and Middleton announce a June remodeling of their Vine Street house into a regulation theater. The front will be white and gold with innovations for opening night including boutonieres opera glasses free for ladies and staff passing Waukesha water to the audience. The project aims for comfort and elegance with a budget over $40,000.
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Koh
Middleton
Vine Street
Waukesha
Kohl
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Omaha
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State Examining Board
Judge Brunaugh
Kate Warner
New Richmond
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Berkeley County
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Dayton
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Robinson
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Mrs. Chidlaw
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Ohio Sunday School Association
Music Hall
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Anthony Comstock
W. G. Moorhead
Smith
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Holly
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Missouri
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