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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1910

Page

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Brown county Republicans to nominate county ticket May 17

A roundup notes in Brown County confirms Republicans will nominate a full county ticket at the May 17 primary. Other items: Loveland cleaning day, Milford postmaster Gatch improving, Bell Telephone extending lines toward Williams's Corner, Bethel Baptist Young Ladies' Circle bazar May 7, and various local happenings from nearby towns.

Brown County Bell Telephone Perintown Pike Edenton Pike Williams's Corner Georgetown The Baptist Young Ladies’ Circle of Bethel

No Shortcake Season Shrivelled by Frost on Strawberries

Strawberry shortcake made from homegrown berries will be rare this season. Clermonters enjoy the treat, but Mr. J. Frost nipped the berries, likely eliminating any supply.

Silver Jubilee of Cincinnati Post Office Observed

Monday marked the silver jubilee of the Cincinnati post office’s installation in its present quarters. A seven day celebration featured the 50 by 4 flag on the federal building facade and hundreds of smaller flags and bunting in the windows.

Cincinnati Post Office United States Fedral

No Party Emblem At Top Of Primary Tickets May 17

Voters will find no party emblem on the primary tickets. Two separate tickets for Republicans and Democrats will be available. voters must request the desired ticket at the polling place and mark an X beside each candidate to cast a vote. A straight ticket does not automatically vote for all listed candidates.

Felicity Times Names New Management Lead

A new management takes over Felicity Times as April 25 sees A E Kelley assume charge of the printing plant under lease. Paul T Purkiser, retiring editor since his father’s death, will move to a position with a major Cincinnati printing house. The paper welcomes Kelley and wishes Purkiser success.

Felicity Times A. E. Kelly Imes Paul T. Purkiser Cincinnati Kelley Clermont Purkiser

Cannon Dedication by Milford G A R Post Set for May 14

The Milford G A R Post will unveil two cannons secured from the war department. A 1 pm ceremony is planned at the cemetery if weather allows. otherwise the town hall. Miss Grace Corbin will present, Major West will accept, and speeches by H L Nichols and Rev C M Van Pelt will follow for the Sons of Veterans.

Milford G A. R. Post War Department Grace Corbin General Corbin Major West West Post H. L. Nichols Batavia C. M. van Pelt Sons of 8. R

Births and Deaths Recorded by Clermont County Registrars

The Clermont County vital statistics report covers December 20 1908 to December 31 1909 with registrar fees certified by local officials. It lists registrars and counts for multiple townships but notes one registrar’s fees were not certified, leaving totals incomplete.

Courier Clermont County Larkin Turner G. H. Kath Batay Wnohib Albert Neer Elicity Ranklin Earl Oftmen Williamealae Ackson Iami Amy Amelia F Biden Union James Favret Boston Stonelick Lowell P. Clare Bethel Tate Townshi DeBruller Moscow Washington Township Joe Bogan Wayne Township Custer Goshen Sows Dover Stevenson Lovesagen Ee Bainum Richmond Monroe Township Potalis Cetyc Ee

Milford Commencement Exercises Outline 1910 Class

Milford plans commencement on May 26 with Edward Welch as class representative and Gladys Hathaway as valedictorian. Dr. C W Blodgett of Hyde Park will deliver the baccalaureate sermon on May 22 as the 1910 graduates finish school work fully prepared for future plans.

Milford Edward Welch Gladys Hathaway C. W. Blodgett Hyde Park

Pierce Township Commencement Set at Locust Corner

The Pierce Township High School commencement will be held at Locust Corner next Saturday evening. The five graduates have prepared timely orations and will acquit themselves creditably. Batavia Orchestra will provide music and Rev. A A Sebastian of Bethel will deliver the class address.

Pierce Township High School Locust Corner Batavia Orchestra A. A. Sebastian Bethel

Northern Stars Triumph in Weekend High School Game

The Batavia High School team defeated Bethel on Friday while defeating Westwoods on Saturday in a pair of local ball games. The Northern Stars showcased strong offense and defense, building momentum for upcoming league play.

Westwoods Batavia Bethel

Batavia and Bethel Play Tight High School Duel

Batavia tops Bethel 7 to 6 on the Bethel diamond in a close high school contest. Batteries Batavia Larkin and Whippey Bethel Manning and Sprague. Northern Clermont Stars defeat Westwood 10 to 8 at Batavia park with Norwood Morse Sauer Irwin Kirgan starring. Next Saturday Dayton Kentucky team to meet Northern Clermont County Stars at Batavia ball park.

Bethel Batavia Bethel High School Teres Eee Acer Sb Bee Larkin and Whippey Manning and Sprague Clermont Stars Westwoods Batavia Ball Park Rhe Westwood Eater Norwood Morse and Sauer N. C Irwin Kirgan Dayton Kentucky Clermont County Stars

Census Man Asks Aid In Counting Noses

The census supervisor appeals for cooperation in the federal census. Citizens are asked to let enumerators sit down when they call, ensure quick visits, answer truthfully, and trust that information is held secret under oath with penalties for disclosure.

Joint Eastern Star Meeting Sets Picnic Site in Highland Park

Mrs E B Scott and Miss Ethel Weaver attended a White Oak Chapter meeting at Georgetown Saturday afternoon representing Atavia Chapter. Williamsburg and Bethel Chapters also participated. The group selected Highland Park as picnic site and fixed the date for Friday June 24.

E. B. Scott Ethel Weaver White Oak Eastern Star Georgetown Atavia Williamsburg Bethel O. E Highland Park

Democratic Nomination Race for County Offices in May 1910

The article lists candidates in the Democratic primary to be held Tuesday May 17 1910. Incumbents Weston Teal and other county officers seek renomination with several offices drawing multiple contenders including Sheriff Teal and Prosiding Attorney Murphy. The article notes all current officers are seeking re election unless named otherwise.

T. €. Teal Lou Fomorin Ed Long B. F. Gardner J. L. Larkin J. B. Turner O. L. Page F. C. Fetzer T. C. Teal S. C. Weaver James Fitzpatrick B. Myers D. W. Murphy Eding T. A. Mitchell A. C. Iuen Charles Burkhart Joseph R. Smith William Glancy S. M. Ridings W. A. Brown

Williams Sentenced to Three Years in Penitentiary

Ben Williams, a Black man, pleaded guilty to a charge after months earlier allegedly deceiving Mrs. Henrietta Searce. Judge Davis sentenced him to three years in the penitentiary. Sheriff Teal will transport Williams to Columbus on Friday.

Ben Williams Henrietta Searce

Farmers Readjust After Cold Snap Hits Clermont County

Farmers and gardeners restart planting corn after a severe cold snap that damaged vegetation. Despite incalculable damage from Jack Frost, Clermont County residents remain optimistic and expect a bountiful crop with sun and rain, though fruit losses will cause a scarcity in homes as shipments fall short.

Jack Frost Clermont County Clermonters

Moscow Commencement Honors Four Class Members

Moscow High School held a well attended commencement last Friday evening. The pesceas class members delivered timely orations and the program included splendid musical numbers. Hon Elsworth Regenstein gave the class address with impressive and helpful truths.

Moscow High School Pesceas Elsworth Regenstein

Batavia Boxwell Patterson exam results announced

Ninety of 210 pupils passed the Boxwell Patterson examination held in Batavia on April 16. Village pupils are now eligible, and many are expected to sit the next examination on Saturday May 21, the last in 1910.

Batavia

Veterans of Gettysburg to Reunite at Battlefield

Civil war veterans from both blue and gray who fought at Gettysburg may meet again this year if a movement led by Lt. Col. J. A. Watrous United States Army succeeds. With strong turnout for final taps each year, Watrous prefers a reunion this year rather than wait for the fiftieth anniversary.

Gettysburg J. A. Watrous United States Army Watrous

Handy Implement Sent to Ohio Agriculture Secretary

A 1910 Columbus letter from A P Sandles accompanies an aluminum envelope opener and type measure. The note mocks unpaid subscribers as “unwise,” inviting them to visit the paper office to “take your measure.”

A. P. Sandles Ohio Department of Agriculture Courier CoLumBus Bprtor

John L Sullivan Seeks Ohio Secretary Post

John L Sullivan, former Ohio public printing supervisor, runs for secretary of state backed by his record of "business like" office management as cited in the Beatty probe report. He touts his service and vows to serve faithfully if elected, seeking Republican voter support as reported by The Courier.

John L. Sullivan Ohio E.A. Crawford People’s Defender West Union the Courier Beatty Probe Committee Sullivan Ball van Courier

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A damaged OCR line shows illegible words and stray phrases. It contains no clear events, names, dates, or places to establish a coherent news item or summary.

Felicity Commencement Honors Eight Graduates

The Felicity high school graduation exercises held Friday April 29 praised eight graduates. Rev J B Meacham delivered the class address sharing wisdom for the graduates and audience. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra provided splendid music as Dr C H Mason distributed diplomas.

Felicity Felicity’s High School J. B.meacham Symphony Orchestra Cincinnati C. H. Mason

Surprise party honors Mrs O Maley at eighty eighth birthday

About thirty five neighbors and friends gathered at Mrs John O Maley’s home Saturday evening to surprise her on her eighty eight birthday. She received useful presents and was pleased by the display of esteem from her mentees and neighbors.

John O'Maley

Phillhouer and Bayliss Wed in Batavia Parsonage

Howard Phillhouer and Stella Bayliss of near Goshen united in marriage by Rev. E Burdsall at the M E parsonage Batavia on April 27 1910 A reception followed that evening at their Goshen pike home with warm wishes for a long and useful life.

Howard Phillhouer Stella Bayliss Goshen E. Burdsall M. E. Parsonage Batavia Goshen Pike

Mothers Day Observed at M E Church

Mothers Day will be observed at the M E church Sunday morning May 8 with songs and a sermon. Husbands and children are urged to ensure every mother in the chasmh and nc tion attends if possible. All welcome. E Burdsall, Pastor.

M. E Worth League Rom E. Burdsall

Senator Clevenger not withdrawing from congressional race

The Wilmington Journal clips a report that Clevenger withdrew as a congressional candidate is unfounded. It notes Denver may be an unbeatable candidate in the eyes of some Democrats, while Republicans are united and Denver is expected to secure the nomination at the May primary and win.

Staunton Tri-County Loveland Eugene Hutchinson Cammy Porto Rico Evansville Iniana M. E Greenfield M. EB Newcomb Ripley Bee John Mitchell Franklin News Reuben Harding North River Street Johnson Wilmington Journal Clevenger Congress Denver

May Vote At Primary Opinion on Elector Eligibility

Attorney General Denman holds that persons who become electors between the May primary and the general or any special election may vote in the May primary. The opinion states eligibility accrues at the primary stage for those registering before the May primary.

Denman

Primary Election Dates and Halley’s Comet Mentioned

The text notes Tuesday May 17 as the primary election date across areas and mentions Halley’s Comet as occurring the following day, with references to candidates and races tied to the 18th instant.

Halley

Mrs Gatch Dies at Milford Home

Mrs John N Gatch died at her Milford home on Sunday May 1 1910. Funeral services were held Monday at 8 o clock from the late home.

John N. Gatch Milford Ay Aranao

Mrs Falgner Dies at 80 in Milford

Mrs Nina Falgner widow of John Falgner died at her son Charles Falgner home in Milford last Friday morning. She was 80 years and 1 month old. Funeral services were held today at 8:80 at St Andrew's Church Milford.

Nina Falgner John Falgner Charles Falgner Milford St. Andrew's Church Mil

Who Saw the Comet in The Courier Readers’ Tales

Readers recall Halley’s comet sightings from 75 years ago with brief firsthand notes. Letters describe dates, locations, and skies, naming observers and towns while noting the wonder of the rare celestial visitor.

Clermont County Republicans to nominate full county slate

A full county ticket will be nominated at the primary. The Clermont County Republicans publish a complete list of candidates seeking support as committeemen on the seventeenth instant.

Clermont County

Primary nomination filings outline for county offices

Last Wednesday marked the final filing date for nomination papers. Republican candidates and supporters circulated petitions to meet signature requirements for the May 17 primary. The slate includes three candidates for representative: Alexander Dunn, Dr W E Saunders, and Fred Edgington, with many county offices and committee positions also listed for nomination.

Alexander Dunn Monroe Township W. E. Saunders Miami Township Fred Edgington Franklin Township Paul Essex Washing Township Lee Rodgers William C. Smith Williamsburg Harry S. Cole Wayne Township John H. Fishback Batavia Edwin C. Ely Harley Rapp Jackson Township J. E. Parvin Pierce Township Court Dale Stone‘lick Robert D. Porter Yrapeun Township W. J. Tone J. B. D. Silcott Ohio Township Charles Ansteatt John K. Morris Monroe Elmer Taylor F. M. Kain Pierce C. C. Kearns Union Nicholas Bell E. F. Nash Stonelick J. L. Marsh Jackson A. G. Predmore Wayne Arthur Cramer Goshen Fred Bishop Glenn Rose C. H. Peterson Miami Harry H. Hill Leonard Harding J. D. Sorrel

Keen Oskamp Wedding Near Batavia

Miss Jeannett Keen of Covington Kentucky married William Werk Oskamp of Cincinnati at Thomas Keen’s home near Batavia. Rev Burdgall performed the ring ceremony with Elizabeth Walker playing the wedding march. The couple plans a month long Eastward trip and will reside in Westwood after June first surrounded by family and close friends.

Thomas Keen Batavia Jeannett Keen Covington Kentucky William Werk Oskamp Cincinnati Burdgall Ee Church Elizabeth Walker Mr. Keen Westwood

Memorial Sunday Observances by Batavia G A R Post

Jesse Ellis Post 740 Batavia will hold Memorial Sunday May 29 at M E church in the morning service with Commander Burdsall. On Decoration Day May 30 services occur in Union cemetery with Hon Seth W Brown of Lebanon delivering the address. Event begins 2 30 p m. Adjutant Dimmitt and James Brown chair the program committee.

Jesse Ellis Batavia Burdsall M. E Union Cemetery Seth W. Brown Lebanon Exere Adjutant Dimmitt James Brown

Magician Virgil Jones Fails Ice Cast on Ohio River

Professor Virgil Jones could not remove ice from the Ohio River last winter delaying an engagement at New Richmond. With milder weather now in place, his audience plans to attend his performances as the obstacle has disappeared.

Virgil Jones Ohio River New Richmond

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Alert Exchange E. B. Gatch Tate Township Larkin Chapel Georgetown News Democrat Perenne Paraca Charles Ay Ely Pierce Township Commencement Northern Stars Northern C. E Picnic Democratic John L Phillhouer-Bayliss Mrs, Gatch Oskamp-Keen
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