Election Detail Shows Votes Thrown Away and Shifts in Clermont
The report notes a wet election day with Republican votes 800 short of last year and Democratic votes 500 short, yet no Democrat “went dry.” It lists candidate tallies: Chapman's 627, Parrott 660, Nichols 648, Cline 640, Buvinger 642, Wood 200, Allen 804, Dumford 622. Colored ticket 37 votes across multiple precincts, Socialist Labor 1, National Democrat 7, Coxey’s People's party 45, Prohibition 56. Aggregate 164 votes discarded. Bushnell 9477 total versus McKinley 4272 in 1896. Chapman 4104 versus Bryan 4636 in 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
Chapman
Parrott
Nichols
Cline
Buvinger
Wood
Allen
Dumford
Batavia
Amelia
Franklin
Chile
Milford
Ohio
Stonelick
North
Tate
Bethel
Wastington
Moscow
Wayne
Williamsburg
East
West
Socialist Labor
National Democrat
Rural
Locust Corner
Coxey
People’s Party
Felicity
Prohibition
Bushnell
McKinley
Bryan
Pharmacist Beck Reopens After Fire Damage
Joseph J. Beck, popular pharmacist, restores his store after a recent fire, with replenished stock and restored fixtures. Judge Davis of Hamilton County Common Pleas rules that a single act of neglect suffices for divorce action, rejecting the need for three years of neglect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph J. Beck
Davis
Hamilton County Common Pleas
Murphy
Cincinnati sportsmen plan present for game warden Rain
Cincinnati fishermen and sportsmen gather to honor Game Warden Rain for efficient protection of game. He has discharged duties faithfully and fearlessly, and his prompt actions led to more arrests than any other warden in the state. The group will express appreciation in a substantial manner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Lightning strikes fire rumor hits New Richmond Batavia
A chaotic message during the Walker House fire reached New Richmond claiming the jail and courthouse were struck by lightning and the county building burned with the north side of Main street in flames. John Robinson attempted to phone for details while moving goods, noting wires were too hot to handle. The telegraph was suspected to have sent the initial alert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker House
New Richmond
Batavia
Court House
Main Street
John Robinson
Mrs Cleveland's baby joins the back rank of news
Mrs. Grover Cleveland presents her husband with a son and the piece notes how such an event would have drawn lengthy courtship of details in earlier papers. The writer jokes about forgotten prominence and places the baby among yesterday's back numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
Daily Press
Grover
Rip van Winkle
Purity and Prudery Spark Museum Showdown in New York
The Bacchante, once rejected by Boston for alleged immodesty, will be shown by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Proprie tors report letters from prudish readers urging restraint, while others defend viewing the statue as a personal choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Boston Museum
Europe
Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York
Wheelers and Wheels on Bicycle Care and Longevity
The article urges cyclists to maintain wheels to extend life. It warns neglect causes wear and failures, recommends drying after rain, wiping all dampness, and oiling metal parts if possible. It stresses keeping storage areas dry to prevent rust and improve safety.
Thanksgiving reflections on politics and Providence
The piece reflects President McKinley s Thanksgiving proclamation and national gratitude for Ohio’s vote, Bushnell’s election, and Republican gains. It notes farmer and worker benefits from higher prices, the ongoing Republican administration, and local Clermont politics. It closes with religious admonition to give thanks and find joy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Ohio
Bushnell
United States Senate
Washington
Clermont
PROJECTED ELECTRIC ROAD FROM CINCINNATI TO BETHEL
Hamilton county probate judge Howard Ferris presented a petition from John B. Martin asking for a one mile right of way over a country road from Eastern avenue electric line to the Ohio turnpike. County commissioners showed favorable intent and asked for a written chart and specifications. If approved construction will begin with likely 50 cent round trips and eventual branch to Batavia. Rufus Walker thanks Courier readers for saving his household effects and the Presbyterian ladies’ aid society donated surplus funds to Mrs. Walker, illustrating Christian neighborliness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Ferris
Hamilton County
J. B. Swing
John B. Martin
Eastern Avenue
Linwood
Martin
Ferris
Batavia
Rufus Walker
Presbyterian Ladies’ Aid Society
Our Colored Friends in Batavia
A roster of Black residents and workers in Batavia notes many individuals and occupations. It highlights trades from farming and railroad work to barbering and catering, plus a push by locals to raise funds for the Black Diamond railroad project and a family of healing claims from Dean's Ointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley
Black Diamond
Lynch threat to county as John Davis held in Batavia
John Davis the colored man who shot Judge Markley in the night before the election was moved to Cincinnati for safety. The case endangers jail and area while a state law threatens a $5000 county penalty for lynching. Davis risks trial in Brown or Clermont counties where Judge Markley is known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Davis
Markley
Batavia
Cincinnati
Brown County
Clermont
Veterans buy 22000 acres in Texas coast region
General A. Wiesert of Milwaukee General Paul Vandervort of Omaha and General A. N. Adams of Minneapolis secure 22 000 acres in Matagorda county Texas to settle 800 veterans and their families near firesides. The note suggests sons may qualify for special rates and older veterans prefer staying near home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. 8. Wiesert
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Paul Vandervort
Omaha
Nebraska
Grand Army of the Republic
A. N. Adams
Minneapolis
Texas
Matagorda
New Village Sprouting Near Portsmouth on C P and V Road
The C P and V railroad has established a station named McDermott near free stone quarries by Portsmouth. A thrifty village is rising around the station, with prospects to grow into a booming town, aided by the McDermott brothers owners of the quarries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
McDermott
McDermotts
Cleveland
Railroad
Tts
Widow of Col Cockerill Seeks Divorce After Wealth Scandals
Uncle Sam Burwell recalls Col John A Cockerill’s widow who remarried quickly and now seeks divorce. The former wife allegedly spent about 62000 from the late millionaire’s inheritance as society ostracises the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Burwell
Westynion Scion
Col. Cockerel
Mr. Burwell
Col
John A. Cockerill
Col. Cockerill
Linean
New York
Ues
Cockerill
James Robinson Injured in Fall Prompts Confinement
James Robinson formerly editor of the Advance fell on Monday on the pavement seriously injuring his hip. He is confined to his bed and will likely be out for several days. He appears to be having his share of misfortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Robinson
the Advance
Robinson
Gardener shot after wage dispute at Clifton
Linsley Neighhbert, gardener for Mrs. Henry at Clifton, failed to collect $30 wages and shot himself after she refused payment. He, a Milford former resident, died last week after stating that two of Mrs. Henry's sons shot him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linsley Neighhbert
Gardner
Henry
Clifton
Milford
Leaf tobacco prices surge to post-1992 highs
Prices of leaf tobacco across all grades remained very favorable last week and the market shows strength not seen since 1992. While top grades did not reach those peak cents, other grades command higher values as company sales rise in dollars and cents, with liberal offerings on breaks and a larger share of good saleable tobacco.
Portrait of Mrs Estella Ochiltree Featured in Indiana Woman
A handsome portrait of Mrs Estella Ochiltree formerly Norris of Williamsburg appears in Indiana Woman an illustrated monthly published for the Woman's Journal in Indianapolis. Ochiltree a founder and president of the Woman's Cary Club Connersville is praised as progressive scholarly and a graceful writer. Tate Township Sunday Schools convention program for Bethel on Sunday November at 2 pm lists songs talks selections recitations and papers with no collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont's Fair Daughters
Indiana Woman
Woman's Journal
Indianapolis
Estella Ochiltree
Estella Norris
Williamsburg
Woman’s Cary Club
Connersville
Preaching and Services At Local Presbyterian Churches
Next Sabbath morning no sermon at the Presbyterian church. A song and praise service will be held at 7 PM. Bantam Presbyterian church hosts a 2 30 PM service next Sunday. Rev I W S Burton of Franklin preaches for Rev E M Bell at the Presbyterian church on Sabbath November 21. Union Thanksgiving service is at 10 AM November 25 at M E church. Rev E M Bell, longtime pastor, has been called to Manchester Presbyterian and may accept, much to his congregation’s regret.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Bantam Presbyterian Church
I. W. 8. Burton
Franklin
Batavia
E. M. Bell
Manchester
Local Bar and Officials Ages Highlight Courier Report
The Courier notes Captain L. D. Manning marks his 64th birth anniversary and claims status as one of the oldest practicing lawyers alongside Judge Hulick. It lists ages of many local attorneys, officers, and officials, and compares them to the forthcoming official election returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Manning
Courier
M. Jamieson
Mr. Manning
Judge Hulick
H. Is
Judge Cowen
J. R. Woodlief
M. A. Eppert
Hugh L. Nichols
W. CO. Bishop
A. J. McNair
T. Dowdney
Dan Murphy
C. A. Kerns
I. K. Parrott
D K. McDonald
H. P. Brunaugh
Charles A. Brannock
H. L. Britton
Frank A. Roberts Lucien Dawson
Herman Jaze
George W. McMurec
A. M. Dimmitt
H. V. Rice
Joe Larkin
Rees Sapp
G. W. Gilfillen
John Sutton
Ed Thiery
KE. W. Buvinger
Clayton B. Nichols
Dan Marsh
David Irwin
Otto Huber
Rail Improvements Transform Ohio Rail Line Emerges Stronger
Engineers report heavy stone traffic prompts new freight cars at Portsmouth and a grand depot. New iron bridges rise across Brush Creek and West Fork while the Scioto bridge is modernized. The Batavia track moves, grades drop, and stations rise at Williamsburg Baldwin Afton and Newtown. West Union survey along with C U V road plans promise early construction and hospital service for workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
Scioto
Batavia
Henley
Brushreek
Peebles
Newport
George Creek
West Fork
Newtown
Williamsburg
Baldwin and Afton
G & Survey
West Union
Maysville
Zanesville
Panhandle Pike
Court House Square
Eagle Creek
Russelville
McNoon’s Bridge
Moore Promoted to Clerkship Amid Service Pay Changes
The friends of rank Moore celebrate his promotion to a clerkship of $1,000. He began service in 1854 at $1,200, rose in five years to $1,400, and in fifteen years to $3,600. Under Cleland administration he was cut to $1,200 but is now restored to $1,600.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends of
Rank Moore
Moore
Cleland
Barcroft cites Hanna as unbeatable for Senate in Legislature vote
A quoted opinion from RE J Barcroft in city papers argues no legislative combination can defeat Mark Hanna for the Senate. He canvassed the scene as a careful, seasoned politician whose view carries weight. Wilmington hunters returned from Maine with six deer and reports of ample game and local law issues. Captain Fred Kata's family mourns the death of his daughter Mrs Lonsie Robinson after a hospital operation in Walnut Willson. The funeral details were moved to Levanna. Ste leaves a husband and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RE. J. Barcroft
Ag Ravine
Mark Hanna
Senate
Fred Kata
50Th Onto
Lonsie Robinson
Walnut Willson
Levanna
Ste
Artful Dodger and the Klise Campaign Allegations
The piece alleges Barn Martin Klise a Republican for a One Campaign Stand and accuses Rev John Wesley Klise of wartime political work for Mark Hanna. It cites letters urging Populists to ignore Democrats, signed by Perry McLaughlin, and notes Elise confessed authorship amid mixed loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wesley Klise
Barn Martin
Klise
Mark Hanna
Clermont Sun
Elise
News Herald
Perry McLaughlin
Brother Elise
Georgetown Judge Markley Rebounds From Wounding
Georgetown reports Judge Markley has rallied from his wound and is likely to recover after the attack by the assailant referred to as a negro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Judge Markley
Local man arrested after hayfield attack near West River Road
Frank Levie, new to the area, was arrested last week after an assault on farmer John Tomlinson on West River Road. Tomlinson, who had come to town to vote, identified Mrs. Levie in a wagon before the altercation. Levie was detained but acquitted when Tomlinson could not identify him as the assailant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Levie
John Tomlinson
West River Road
Levie
White Tomlinson
Tomlinson
Local Hotel Incident Prompted Repair Plan and City Aid
The narrative notes a disturbance at Walter House hotel and mentions plans to hire a man to repair the machine at a tt for service. It also reports approval to pass and vote in thanks to the Cincinnatic company and the New Richmond company for their attendance, though their services were later deemed unnecessary. Citizens offered to provide assistance as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter House
Liis Anderstoo
Cincinnatic Company
Rychmond Company
George Kell Former County Recorder Dies in Kansas
George Kell, who served two terms as county recorder and later moved to Dighton Kansas, died at his home there after a life of public service. He served in the Civil War in Company E 22d Iowa for three months and in Company EE South Dakota for three years. He leaves a widow and several children including Frederick, 28, and was about 57 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Kell
Dighton
Kansas
Frederick
Inquest Clears Cincinnati Doctor in Walters Death
The coroner’s inquest into David Walters’s death found the physician blameless. It ruled Walters died from heart weakness leaving little time to live even before anesthesia. Family members did not insult the doctors, contrary to reports. Funeral drew many locals and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Walters
Cincinnati
Walter
Walters
West Union man Charles Bradley jailed for severe crimes
Charles Bradley a livery stable worker drank heavily last week and robbed a man of 3 50 and a watch. He broke into a hotel and assaulted a servant girl and Miss McCarty with an open knife, attempted rape murder and robbery, was captured and jailed. He was found guilty of house breaking with burglary intent and sentenced to thirty days and a 25 fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Bradley
West Union
Clermont
Kentucky
Meat and human vigor in tongue in old column
A humorous exchange extols meat rich diets with pork and bacon as keys to strength and success. It mockingly references wars, politics, and social groups, contrasting meat popularity with vegetable diets and noting a Presbyterian ladies society handling a 50 payment in a liquidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuk Ladies and Society of the Presbyterian Church
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Ohio Turnpike
Uncle Madison Williams
Joe Kennedy
Lee Grant Naylor
Ness
Gilbert Thomas
Joe Zimmerman
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Bone Billy
Charley Dixon
Tatman
George Zimmerman
Masonic
Leslie Jones
Newton Scarce
George Bennett
Hamilton House
Will Carter
Charley Stanton
Spring Street
Ed Yancey
Walter Kennedy
Eugene Zimmerman
Simeon Ellis
Kerr Corner
John Jackson
Posey Robinson
James Roach
George Malden
Fred Kline
Jim Payne
Charley Jackson
Jim Yancy
Descon Jones
Phillip Alexander
Dean
Tobacco Market
Tate Township
Blessed Assurance Congregation
Sherman Rolleaul
Antioch School
Poplar
Bethel Christian Selection
Bantam Presbyterian
Bethel Baptist
Lakin Chapel
Anthea Bethel
Ermont
Old Bethel
Bethel M
Newton
Cincinnal, Georgetown and Portsmouth
Eckmansville
Decatur
U.,g. & P.company
Hanna
Wilmington
Tlunters
Maine
Wilmington Journal
Artful Dodger
Martin Klise
Repub
Lian
Kell
Adams
Adam
Napoleon
Waterloo
Appomattox
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