Race Track and Noted Farms in Harrodsburg Kentucky
Lowell Roudebush recounts Harrodsburg area horse farms and the fate of Woodburn Naniira Farm Hartland and High Bridge. Notes 19th century owners John Adam Jacob Elizabeth Harper and Camden and details double tracked bridge towers built 1859. Reflects on betting legislation and Biblical hymn line How firm a foundation.
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Roudebush
Harrodsburg
Turnpike
Woodburn
Naniira Farm
Harper Bros
John
Adam
Jacob
Elizabeth
Len Brock
Longfellow
Nantura
Hartland Farm
J. N Camden
Camden
W. Va
Hartland
Jersey
High Bridge
Cincinnati
Chattanooga
Kentucky
Dix River
Leslie Combs
Lowell Roupebsh
Leaves and public health debate over burning yard debris
Observers note fallen leaves clog gutters and streets as residents gather them in heaps for burning. Some oppose burning the yellowed leaves due to smoke health concerns, while others defend it as cleanliness. The piece also mentions social notes on visitors and Augustus Penny's slowing recovery.
Pretty Wedding Unites Batavia Girl and Cincinnati Officer
Conway Baldwin of the Cincinnati police marries Miss Mary Emma Applegate of Clermont at a Batavia ceremony conducted by Rev. E Burdsal. The couple traveled to Cincinnati to establish a home on Delta Avenue with a ready housekeeping setup. Friends offer congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Cincinnati
Conway Baldwin
Cincinnati Police Force
Mary Emma Applegate
W. E. Applegate
Clermont
E. Burdsal
M. E. Church
Delta Avenue
First Tobacco of New Crop Arrives in Cincinnati Market
The initial Burley crop from Carroll county Kentucky, 12 hogsheads, arrived last Thursday and sold at 6 cents per pound, $2.50 higher per 100 pounds than last year. Bodmann sold six hogsheads at 14 1/2 cents per pound for fair quality. Cincinnati warehouses moved 96 hogsheads with 18 in the new grade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burley Breaks
Cincinnati
Carroll County
Kentucky
Bodmann
October Wedding of Miss Mabel Myers in Goshen
Miss Mabel Myers wed Harrison Yeoman at her father Sumner Myers home in Goshen on October 27, 1909. The bride, a Goshen schools teacher, was married by Rev. Fulton before about 25 guests, mostly relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Myers
Sumner Myers
Goshen
Harrison Yeoman
Cincinnati Post Office
Fulton
Another Marriage at Batavia Prompts Cincinnati Reception
Henry Koehler of Cincinnati wed Miss Mabel Blaney of Lovesend at the M E Parsonage in Batavia on Saturday October 30 1909. They left for Cincinnati where a grand reception awaited them. Bessie Walker, new Probate Court clerk, issued three licenses on her first day, clearing six hearts along the path to happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Koehler
Cincinnati
Mabel Blaney
Lovesend
M.E. Parsonage
Batavia
E. Burdgall
Bessie Walker
Stricken in Cornfield Ends Hatfield’s Night Return
Bert Coombs and James Hatfield were caught in a late ultime storm near Salvation Park. Hatfield suddenly suffered pains and died after being covered by corn as a mattress. Derricks sent aid to Newtonsville where Hatfield’s funeral was held. He left five children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Coombs
James Hatfield
Elenor
Salvation Park
Hatfield
Newtonsville
Hallowe'en Party Honoring Miss Harriette Moore
Miss Florence Glancy hosted a refined autumn social Saturday night in Madisonville for her friend Miss Harriette Moore a beloved Bataavia teacher. The event featured Halloween traditions music singing and storytelling with stylish costumes and a youthful gathering departing late Sunday morning in Madisonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Glancy
Harriette Moore
Batavia
Madisonville
Strae
Fifty Years Ago News Items Seen in Courier Excerpts
A 1859 Courier excerpt notes religious opening in Monterey with Rev. Logan to preach, gold dust receipts at Leavenworth from Pike's Peak mines totaling $250,000, and local mentions of the Union Turnpike nearing completion. Other items include sale of personal property by John W. Talley, church foundation work, new winter apparel at Nick Wolf, iron dry measures by J. Hageman, and unusually large potatoes brought to the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courier
Presbyterian
Monterey
Frank
New Richmond
Presbyterian Church
Nick Wolf
Broadway
Pearl Street
Mesart
J. Hageman
Williamsburg
Hageman
J. H. Mount
Halloween Mischief Notes Widespread In City
Witches caused notable mischief Saturday night with many portable items moved and hidden. Owners faced the task of restoration Sunday as streets showed litter from shelled corn and odd painted signs appeared elsewhere. Authorities note the event reflects improving civic manners among youths while acknowledging witches have long been present.
Gracious Gift of Organ to Clermont Infirmary
Rev. E Burdsall and wife donated an elegant flute toned organ to the Clermont county infirmary for inmate comfort. At a October 25 board meeting, the resolutions thanked the donors and ordered the resolution recorded and copies sent to the Clermont Sun and Clermont Courier. W A Brown president M Ripines vice president William Glancy secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
Clermont County
Ohio
E. Burdgall
Boe ' Bardeaul
Clermont Sunang
Clermont Courier
Ohio lands draw brings Buckeyes 92 square miles
In Aberdeen South Dakota a government land drawing awards 92 square miles to 105 Ohio residents including M Drummond Batavia Eva Biehn Georgetown L C Thompson Wilmington L B Burrell Xenia and Carl Edwards New Vienna each receiving 160 acres with potential deed costs and notable land value as a Christmas gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen
South Dakota
Ohio
Kentucky
M. Drummond
Batavia
Eva Biehn
Georgetown
L. C. Thompson
Wilmington
L. B. Burrell
Xenia
Carl Edwards
New Vienna
Rebekahs Celebrate Halloween with Gracious Lodge Attendants
Daughters of Rebekah and guests gathered Monday evening in the lodge room for Halloween festivities. Members wore masks and costumes from grotesque museum freaks to sober attire. The program featured skilled musicians readers and singers, followed by a substantial supper as the group departed late with cheerful memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah
Hallowe’en
Rebekahs
Teoge
Whit Hartwell seeks turkey raisers in Clermont Brown counties
Whit Hartwell of Amelia announces his 13th year buying turkeys for Thanksgiving and Christmas trade. Turkeys raisers should send a card with the number of birds and sale timing. Birds must be well fed to be salable. For business reference contact Firet National Bank Bethel Ohio.
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Whit Hartwell
Amelia
Clermont
Brown Counties
Hartwell
Firet National Bank
Bethel
Ohio
Tour of the World illustrated lecture in Amelia
At the Amelia town hall on Saturday November 6 at 7 30 p m under the Amelia Woman's Club for the public library benefit Lou White will present an illustrated talk with photos from the U S transport Thomas assisted by the Rev McMinn of New Richmond Miss Audrey Willame of Bethel provides select readings Admission 10 and 16 cents
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelia Town Hall
Amelia Woman’s Club
Lou White
McMinn
New Richmond
U. S
Thomas
Audrey Willame
Bethel
Promotion for Ohio travel salesman heads to Louisville
H. F. Hulick, a top Ohio commercial traveler, earned his third promotion after 16 years with his fertilizer firm. He departs Batavia for his fall trip and will live in Louisville during the winter to be closer to work. Mrs Hulick will join him there for the season.
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Hulick
Ohio
Easy Street
Batavia
Louisville
Resignation in Batavia Probate Office
E G Manning of the probate court resigned last week to engage in tobacco purchase. The vacancy will be filled by Miss Elizabeth Walker, popular with Batavians and well qualified for the duties of the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Manning
Probate
Batavia
Elizabeth Walker
Society Organized at Presbyterian Church
A Society of Christian Endeavor was organized at the Presbyterian church on Sunday evening. Mrs. L. K. Oppitz was chosen president with Miss Julia Sullivan as vice president, Miss Teal as secretary, and Wayland Sullivan as treasurer. Regular prayer meetings will be held each Sabbath at 6 o'clock in the chapel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Society of Christian Endeavor
Presbyterian Church
L. K. Oppitz
Julia Sullivan
Teal
Wayland Sullivan
C. E
Oppus
Lets Have a Play Batavia Ponders Reviving Histrionic Theatre
Community members urge local effort to revive Batavia theatre with a first class orchestra and a spacious hall. Amateurs who once delighted the public are asked to assemble the components and start the machinery to bring back old-time performances and lift town spirits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batavia
Married in City Grace Pollock and Theodore Myrick Wed
Grace Pollock of this place and Theodore Myrick of Mt. Holly were married at Wesley Chapel Cincinnati Saturday morning. The groom works as a care maker at Batavia foundry and the bride, daughter of James Hillen, is a Batavia belle. After the ceremony they returned to Batavia for a home reception and plan to establish a household here. Friends offer best wishes.
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Grace Pollock
Theodore Myrick
Mt. Holly
Wesley Chapel
Cincinnati
Gervais Roughton
Batavia’ Foundry
Batavia
James Hillen
Women’s clubs meet in Batavia and Amelia for social and literary programs
The Batavia club held its third season session at Mrs. George F. Baum’s home with full members. Readings and papers focused on Sidney Lanier with quotations during roll call. The Amelia Club hosted a social masque party titled Witches Night with costumes music and lively conversation.
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Batavia Club
George F. Baum
Sidney Lanier
Tampa Robins
G. F. Baum
Hamish
Amelia Club
Milford's thriving streets and modern aims praised in visit
The Courier describes Milford as a bustling city with street and steam cars, several churches, a fine school, two new banks, upscale flats and residences, and well kept business blocks. The piece highlights Clermont proud of Milford's enterprise and progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
Clermont
Woman's Club of Amelia Presents Travel Lecture
Capt Lew White will present an illustrated lecture at Amelia town hall this Saturday evening showing scenes from the voyage of the U S Transport Steamer Thomas with U S troops. The talk offers views and incidents of travel and adventure and proceeds benefit the Amelia public library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Club
Amelia
Clermont
Lew White
Amelia Town Hall
Thomas
U. S
Amelia Public Library
Fake kidnapping tale shocks city press
A claimed 18 year old girl was abducted to Union Bridge and freed amid fright. Investigators report the tale was largely false, with no girl, no horse and buggy, no threats, and no Union Bridge, though the rest of the story is said to be correct.
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Union’ Bridge
Union Bridge
Masquerade Party For Miss Keen’s Grand Niece
Miss Lizzie Keen hosted a masquerade party at her turnpike home with about twenty young girls aged four to seven. A luncheon of cake and cream followed the costumes and playful conceits, honoring Elizabeth Shipp daughter of Everett and Mrs Genevra Keen Shipp of Washington DC.
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Lizzie Keen
Miss Keen
Elizabeth Shipp
Everett
Genevra Keen Shipp
Washington D.C
Infant dies after birth in Broadway family
An infant born to Mr and Mrs Clifford South on Broadway died shortly after birth and lay in a small casket. Friends offered comfort and the autumn sun seemed to bless the child as funeral services were held yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifford South
Broadway
Milford Methodist Sunday School Convention Planned
A one day convention will gather representatives from all Milford district Methodist Sunday schools at the M. B. church in Milford on Saturday November 8. The reception committee is preparing extensive entertainment for visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
M. B
Contractor James L Barr Wins Water Main Contract
Contractor James L Barr of this place is awarded the contract to lay five miles of water main for Terrace Park and will begin work at once. He also holds the contract to finish the trunk sewer at Milford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James L. Barr
Maine
Terrace Park
Milford
Fire destroys Crosstown dwelling of Mrs Janet Foater
An unoccupied house at Crosstown belonging to Mrs Janet Foater burned one evening last week. The total loss is about 100 dollars with the cause of the fire unknown.
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Janet Foater
Crosstown
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Hamilton
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