Republican Victory Sparks Nationwide Jubilation in 1894
The piece proclaims a sweeping Republican victory across states and counties. It cites Hulick winning by large margins in Clermont Warren and Highland, boosted returns in Clinton and Greene counties, and a landslide for Hamilton and New York figures.
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Clermont
Hulick
Warren County
Highland
Greene County
Brown
Wilson
West Virginia
Hamilton County
Clinton County
Halick
New York
Moreton
Tammany
People Their Homes Their Industries and National Honor
A historical note outlines the interrelation of citizens livelihoods and national esteem. It discusses how households, industry, and civic virtue contribute to a nation’s standing abroad and at home, emphasizing unity, labor productivity, and patriotic service.
Horse Thief Society to Meet in Blanchester Next Saturday
A local group in Blanchester plans a meeting of a so called horse thief society. The organization formed by farmers across Clinton Warren and Clermont counties aims to protect property from thieves and to recruit members. Membership costs include a $1 initiation fee and 25 cent annual dues with eligibility for property owners in good standing who own a horse.
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Blanchester
Clinton
Clermont
Warren
8Th Commandment
Eee
Ohio
Talk to Your Horse When Frightened in the Road
A guidance piece from the American Liveryman advises quiet talking to a frightened horse to calm it. It warns against whipping and recommends introducing the animal to the unsettling object, explaining its harmlessness. The article also notes Hoov’s Sarsaparitia as a blood-reaching remedy for catarrh.
Thanksgiving Day Proclaimed With Gratitude and Charity
The President appoints Thursday November 2 as Thanksgiving Day for prayer and gratitude across the United States. The piece urges thankfulness amid imperfect prosperity, notes reserves for emergencies, and calls on citizens to help others. Union services are planned at the M E church with belief other churches may open.
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United States
M. E
Halloween Circus at Amelia Stag Club Social
The Amelia Stag Club held a Halloween social and oyster supper at the Eureka Hotel on Wednesday evening. Members wore full costumes while music from Prof. George Chatterton accompanied by a band provided entertainment before a grand supper. A list of attendees included C. E. Smith, B. S. Cundiff, M. T. Atwood, F. W. Thomas, E. E. Rulick, and others as they expressed thanks to the band for a delightful evening.
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Amelia Stag
Eureka Hotel
Eaery Miémbery
George Chatterton
Batavia
Andy Clay
Willie Kirgan
Clifford Anderson
Dr. Brown
Charles Kearne
Foss Edwards
0. G. Robb
Edward Somermier
Elabs
Band of Hopé
Pleasing the Preacher in Williamsburg
Williamsburg friends gathered at Rev. William Fulton’s home to celebrate the 2th wedding anniversary of Mr. Fulton and Elma Govney, first married November 1, 1866. About sixty congregants brought baskets and meals, shared a superb supper, and offered warm speeches and music. Revs Walker and Hickman gave special congratulations in a charming, memory-filled evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsburg
William Fulton
Fulton
Bankruptcy of Albert Siebold in New Richmond
Thursday, November 1, Albert Siebold engaged in tanning at New Richmond and assigned to William Graser, who resigned and Lucien Dawson was appointed. Dawson filed a $10,000 bond. Assets total $5,000. $2,000 personal, $3,000 real estate. Mortgage $2,000 by Anthony Oldberger. List of creditors includes John Prudent $200, Stephen Huber $1,000, Sophia Kratzer $950, others and church trustees Vintages. Siebold’s troubles blamed on yardard times and slow collections.
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Albert Siebold
New Richmond
William Graser
Lucien Dawson
Dawson
Batavia
Anthony Oldberger
John Prudent
Stephen Huber
Sophia Kratzer
W. P. Flanegan
Henry Wibbels
B. Holt
Gus Pongee
Joseph Willenbrink
St. Peter’s Church
New Richmond Bank
Steven
Bantam Fair Board Elects Directors for New Year
Stockholders of the Bantam Fair Association met at the Rapp House in Bantam on Saturday and elected a slate of directors for the ensuing year. Named are M. J. W. Holter John Taiman T. M. Willis David Nichols R. D. Hawkins E. J. Prather F. M. Fridman Jr C. W. Dawson Jamies McKeever F. A. Hitech J. R. Hicks Dr. P. Kennedy Major D B J Ricker Dr. Ww. E. Thompson and D. C. Tatman.
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Bantam Fair Association
Rapp House
Banta
M.J. W. Holter
John Taiman
T. M. Willis
David Nichols
R. D. Hawkins
E. J. Prather
F. M. Fridman, Jr
C. W. Dawson
Jamies McKeever
F. A. Hitech
J. R. Hicks
P. Kennedy
Batavia Case Against Hoerner Dismissed
The Batavia versus Charles Hoerner case on illegal liquor selling was dismissed Monday morning after certification to the common pleas from a local court last summer. Costs, including mandamus and related proceedings, are substantial and must be paid by the village.
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Batavia
Charles Hoerner
Common Pleas
The Great Rat Exodus and Its Unseen Tactics
A long notice describes a sudden decline in local rats after mysterious departures and a later renewed, aggressive return. Despite traps cats and poison failing to stop them, the writer claims the pests vanished for weeks, prompting a cautionary lesson on placing poison and securing provisions to deter future infestations.
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Ohio
Syrup of Figs Promoted as Ideal Family Laxative
A dated advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as the best family remedy for laxative needs. It claims pleasant flavor and gentle action with soothing effects for children and cautions for constipated parents, urging every family to keep a bottle. It also promotes Dress Goops all wool sloth fabrics at 9 cents a yard at W.G. F Amelia.
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Amelia
Sparrows Outsmart Man With Poisoned Wheat
A country resident named Joe Schwab tried to lure sparrows with soaked wheat as a trap but the birds ignored the soaked grain and ate only the unsoaked wheat. The note suggests the whiskey was not labeled properly and mocks the idea of drugged liquor.
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Joe Schwab
Joe
Ripleyee
The Widow Follows to Husband in Felicity Farm Death
The Courier recalls the October report of Farmer Jones of Felicity dying when wedged between a gate post and his carriage. His widow, who survived the accident, has since suffered severe shock and died Friday at about age 75, leaving many years together behind.
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Courier
Farmer Jones
Felicity
Public watering places urged in township funds
During fall droughts farmers drive stock long distances for water. Township trustees may spend 30 yearly to build public troughs. Crossroads in Warren county already have troughs aiding riders. Clermont lacks them, though they would benefit farmers and travelers.
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Warren
Clermont
Electric railway project from Manchester to Winchester fails
The proposed electric railway linking Manchester, West Union, and Winchester is abandoned. Contractors stationed at Winchester leave discouraged after months of work. Holiday, who secured the franchise, loses about one thousand dollars amid rural jays and hayseeds skepticism.
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Manchester
West Union
Winchester
Holiday
Matrimonial Fever Tied to Chestnut Abundance
In Adams county an elderly resident notes marriages surge when chestnuts are plentiful, suggesting truth in an old mountaineer’s prophecy. See W. G. Hall’s prize medal boots sale and local theater notice for Hans, the German Detective at Elpy Hall Batavia on November 8.
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Ripley Bee
Adams County
W. G. Hall
Congress
Hopkins
Amelia
Hans
Elpy Hall
Batavia
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