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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1903
Page
4
The Clermont Courier attacks Democratic "gangs" and defends Republican straightness, urging local Republicans to dominate county politics. It criticizes the Old Sun for Kansas City platform tactics and defends editorial independence amid election pressure and tax issues.
The Ohio State Journal argues for fitness over the two term rule, noting first term representatives lack influence while long service grows effectiveness. It cautions against reelecting poor picks and urges choosing the best available candidate who fulfills duties.
The Courier appeals to Republicans to uphold honesty integrity and clean government. It urges Republicans to stay straight and true and to organize and stick together for party unity and a strong record.
The quarterly meeting was held Saturday and Sunday with Presiding Elder Spicer preaching and conducting services. Obituary details include Mrs Edith Bleher Peterson of FinCastle who died Tuesday leaving a husband and two infant daughters. Funeral at Presbyterian church followed by burial in New Richmond.
John Cann aged 64 died at his home near here on April 28 from pneumonia. Funeral services were held at his late residence April 30 led by Nev Spurrier. Interment followed at Bethel cemetery. He leaves a wife and several children, with the community extending sympathy.
MARATHON reports a bustling millinery shop with fresh styles described as tasty and sure to please. Local news notes R. E. Murphy returning from Cincinnati for a short visit and Ed Conover in town buying heavy team horses for soon to start pike work.
A Victorian advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a valuable remedy, noting a young woman paid eight cents a pound for twelve pounds of flesh but gained twelve pounds after regular doses. It promises value for money and offers a free sample from Scott & Bowne, chemical manufacturers in New York.
The school board hired W. C. Hutchinson as principal and Ernestine Boudeoush for the primary room for the next term. The baccalaureate sermon will be preached by Rev. J. A. Winkler on May 17 at 10 30 am. Mrss Nettie Emmons left for her home in the south county.
A yesterday agreement brings twelve independent telephone firms from Ohio Indiana and Kentucky to Cincinnati allowing immediate wire connections. It includes the Citizen's line of this county with W I Baum as manager and local headquarters head. The consolidation promises public benefit through unified service.
Delos Carter files suit in the Common Pleas Court of Clermont County asking to partition a 20 acre tract on the East Fork of the Little Miami river within Daniel DeBenneville survey No. 2811 and known as lot No. 1. If partition cannot be made without injury, sale or other legal order may occur. Respondents must answer by June 27, 1903. Attorney: Gro W Hulick. ap29w7
First and Fourth Saturday in April, Third Saturday in May. Also at close of Institute.
The Epworth League held a May 1 business meeting electing officers for the departments of Spiritual Work Mercy and Help Literary Work Correspondence Social Work and Finance with several named leaders. A special program is set for May 17 the league anniversary and all are invited.
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