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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1886

Page

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River Tragedy: Henry Rittmeyer Found Floating Near North Bend

Henry Rittmeyer a New Richmond Catholic schoolteacher was found in the river near North Bend after an apparent fall from a saloon visit. His ticking watch and photographs identified him. an accidental drowning verdict was returned. He leaves a wife and seven children and had been visiting Reading before resuming teaching. An insurance policy of 2500 covered the deceased.

Henry Rittmeyer New Richmond North Bend William Pahl Cincinnati W. Gildehaus Sycamore Street Ruttmeyer Reading

Death and memory of Harrison Scott a Bethel tale

The article recalls Harrison Scott of Bethel and his Civil War link to General Grant. It recounts a long-ago Chattanooga guard duty story, a humorous haversack gift, and a farewell scene of mutual respect between private and general, ending with reflections on time and mortality.

Courier Harrison Scott Bethel Ohio Volunteers Grant Weat Point Arriaen Scott West Pointer Chattanooga Stevenson Ife

Portsmouth Tribune Reports New Cincinnati & Eastern Shops

A Portsmouth Tribune visit to the Cincinnati and Eastern railroad repair facilities describes Superintendent J. A. Homer guiding a tour of the new shops. The plan includes a carpenter area, boiler shop, machine shop, and round-house, with a diverse force of machinists, blacksmiths, carpenters, and inspectors. The article praises Homer as a practical, courteous leader and notes progress on upgrading footings, water pipes, and gas mains delaying some work.

The Portsmouth Tribune Cincinnati & Eastern Railroad J. A. Homer Homer M. Jamieson Middle Inn Secon

Local Trustee Scrutiny Raises Questions About Payments

A Deacon and township officials face scrutiny over outlays from the township books. Critics demand authority for funds disbursements while a cited pay amount remains disputed. Residents reference recent actions and question process and law compliance amid ongoing debate.

Divorce mill and grand jury notes in February to May terms

The February term closed and May term opened with court movements, real estate motions, and a list of dispositions. Entries include administratrix Mary J Hulick vs J H Avey settled. Beasley vs Gest motion overruled. Burkhardt vs Kocher decree for 674.08. Parrott vs Tucker decree 161.92. and many dismissals or settlements. The famous case Towniver’s report confirmed ending the long docket.

Grand and Petit Jurora Mary J. Hulick J. H. Avey R. W. Wellis Re Aiey First National Bank Batavia John Ferris E. H. Beasley Ella M. Gest Skinner Kocher Burkhardt Apatte Hue Matson Parrott Tucker Beckwith Kipp Cramer Costa Porter Vines Peintiff Snider Eppert Newman J. BR. McLean Gates McLean Hannold Glenn Nee Neal

Unhappy Hearts and Divorce Pleas in Common Pleas

A 19th century Clermont county scene reports cases for divorce and separation. Wives pursue liberty amid rumors of multiple marriages and alimony while defendants vanish or fail to appear, with notes on trials and sheriff actions among listed property transfers and local notices.

Court of Common Pleas Jack Carter Mary Louisa Put Mary Louisa Carter Mary Louisa Carter Bishop Jack Flemburg Kenincky Indy Ney Henry Holly Pee Holly James Bishop Clermont County Foo Georgie Freese Bar Holtas Peewee Ear Serra Mr. Preese Earerey Aline Anna

Judge Swings Room and Marriage Licenses Highlight Page

In the common pleas last week the Moore Winspeare sheep case drew Judge Cowen and a regular jury. The suit sought 750 dollars in damages with Moore counterclaiming 350 for unpaid sheep said to be sound and hardy. Trial featured sharp affidavits on wool and condition, culminating in a jury verdict for the plaintiff. Madison Eppert and Louis Hicks argued for Winspeare and Moore respectively.

Common Pleas Moore-Winspeare Heartheens Cowen Moore Inspeare Sheara Paleseo

Three Little Maids From School Are We In Court

Three girls from Wayne township appeared as witnesses in the Stats versus Malott case. The youths, described as lively schoolgirls, were guided through the courthouse, town hall, and nearby scenes by a guide who introduced them to local sights and landmarks.

Temple Moore Malott Wayne Township Uke Dennison Silver Lake

Commissioners approve bills and pass resolutions in special session

In a special session the commissioners allowed bills including Reed & Utter, A Lewis, James Bolender, W Cousin, Thomas Jones, Stephen Cramer, S Binkley, L Teasdale, Lockwood & Cramer, Nash & Zurmuhle, J D Moore, and Frank Hullek. A resolution set 20 percent of cost for several turnpike projects due by June 1, 1886, with J C Shaw and D H Nichols named collectors. Another resolution directs the auditor to publish pendency of the Franklin township Rio to Chile petition. Final action on that petition is set for June 7. The petit jury is notified to appear Monday, May 10.

Reed & Utter A. Lewis Monroe James Bolender H. Scott W. Cousin Franklin Thomas Jones Stephen Cramer Binkley L. Teasdale Lockwood & Cramer Nash & Zurmuhle Webb & Son J. D. Moore Frank Hullek Pyce Richmond & Nicholsville Felicity & Feesburg Goshen & Hill

Cincinnati Coaching Club Swell Society Outfit Accused

A Cincinnati coaching club faces allegations of operating as a swell society, with claims of elitist exclusive membership and covert social functions. Officials investigate ties to local sports circles and youth programs amid community concern.

Cincinnati Coaching Club praised for grand but borrowed turnout

The Cincinnati Enquirer extols a forthcoming Cincinnati Coaching Club event with a borrowed coach and twelve horses, noting English attire, horn blows, and the spectacle's social bravado while mocking the lack of an established coaching club in the city.

Thoroug Tankese Uc THE Cincinnati Enquirer Cincinnati Coaching Club Frank Perin Frank Cincinnati Noblesse Noveaux Riches Jenkensonian Outat England Cincinnat Siellas Igen Hugo

Court Transcripts List Multiple Criminal Cases Before Justices

A garbled transcription lists cases including petit larceny concealed weapons assault and battery and shooting with intent to kill brought before grand jury judges Selina Carpenter Alex Quite Homer McLean and others with multiple defendants such as Edward Peterson John Walker William H Watesty D B Maham and John Moore among others and notes bail and committals with references to death by self injury and horse theft cases listed in the columns.

Grand Wd Selina Carpenter Alex Quite Petit Larceny Balled Edward Peterson State Homer McLean William H. Watesty McLean Gran Ae William Tudor Maham John Moore Beich Doyle Bal State Smith Wallace Bagagor H.mitted Loveland H. B. Smith B. Tystece Meguire Baite Edmond Widermert J. Pt Hovey Woke Elmer Phillips John O'Neil Justice Dennison

Oath Administered to Grand Jury Foreman and Jurors

A public notice reproduces the oath sworn by the grand jury foreman and the jurors. It instructs them to diligently inquire and present truthfully all matters from charge or knowledge, keep counsel’s disclosures secret, refrain from malice, fear, or favoritism, and present the whole truth to the best of their ability. The jurors are sworn to observe the foreman's oath on their own parts.

Attempted assassination ends in self destruction at Pleasant Hill

Ed Widemer a young farmer at Pleasant Hill fired three shots at father in law Jacob Pfrimmer after a dispute over a broken plow. Widemer killed himself at his home with a 38 caliber British bulldog pistol lying nearby. Inquest found epileptic episodes and bromide use contributed to despondency. bond set at $200 with Pfrimmer as surety.

Ed, Widemer Jacob Pfrimmer Pleasant Hill Pfrimmer Squire Hovey Milford Sam West Pecket Pfrimmer L. J. Dolle Widemer Dolle J. D Hovey Penon Rae

Clermonter Charles Hitch Re elected AOUW Grand Recorder

The Paris Beacon notes Charles P. Hitch of Clermontery re elected Grand Recorder for the Illinois AOUW term. James McCartney gains Grand Master Workman, with Hitch receiving a $500 salary increase. Decoration Day plans and committee appointments are listed, warning of observance on Sunday and possible Saturday ceremonies. Captain Jon L. Moone handles North Tapene property duties.

Paris Ill Charles P. Hitch Hitch Boys Bantam Grand Lodge Illinois Chicago James McCartney Springfield Hitch Grand Toeder

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