Sheriff Temples Battle with Serving Papers on Guest
A humorous tale recounts Sheriff Temple facing the duty of serving legal papers on Gen. Alger during a Portsmouth gathering. He resists, frets, and finally complies amid a public display of strain, imagining Michigan state penalties and red tape as he hands over the documents.
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Portsmouth
Alger
Ohio
Michigan
Batavia
Frazier & Hicks
Sheriff Temple
Law
Justice
Temple
Jekyl
Hyde
Gen. Alger
Pretty couple wed as probate and minister unite them
Two strikingly dressed women attended a ceremony outside the public building while their escorts met with the probate judge. The couple Bruce Nordyke and Miss Cora Barbaro were married by the pastor after the visit to M E, followed by a wedding dinner served by landlord Hamilton. The bride carried a large bouquet as the party left for home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
Bruce Nordyke
Cora Barbaro
Hamilton
Welcome to New Pastor Fulton and Family at Williamsburg Parsonage
A gathering of about seventy five ladies and gentlemen and children met at the M. E. B. parsonage in Williamsburg to warmly welcome the newly appointed Rev Fulton and his family. After social time the group sang a song and the pastor offered brief remarks before adjourning with wishes for God speed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsburg
Fulton
Jeane
Pleasant remedy claim for figs laxative in family health notes
The fragment promotes figs as a laxative for family use. It asserts gentle action and pleasant favor, claiming satisfying results and urging households to keep it on hand as a best family remedy.
Autumnal hunt and fish scene in Clermont county
The piece paints Clermont county as rich for hunting and fishing yet warns the season is fleeting. It notes early risers with empty buckets and creels, hardworking anglers, and poor hunting with game scarce. Local figures like Lew Manning and others are mentioned as still roaming streams. A Batavia river walk is offered as a safe, rod free stroll amid autumn scenery.
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Clermont County
Clermont
East Fork
Lew Manning
Frazier
Hicks
Jim Yancey
Charley Tatman
Gars
Batavia
A Happy Home Wedding in Batavia Nears Ushering New Couple
In Batavia a charming wedding took place at noon on Thursday November 9 at the mansion of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob An adedt. Carrie An adedt daughter of the couple married John Schultz a farmer of the township in a ceremony officiated by Rev J F Schwab. About eighty guests attended a grand reception and banquet following.
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Batavia
Jacob Anatedt
Carrie
John Schultz
J. F. Schwab
Church of United Brethren
Laura Miller
Chas Busch
Burglars Target Marathon Storekeeper Again
Midnight marauders strike Harve Anderson's Marathon shop for the fourth time in a year. Entry not completed as they were frightened away before a full opening could be made, leaving residents hopeful for a peaceful night after similar confrontations.
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Marathon
Harve Anderson
Thanksgiving Service Planned at M E Church
Union services proceed on alternate years with the M E and Presbyterian churches. This year the sermon will be preached at 10 30 Thursday morning November 30 in the M E church by Rev Page with Rev Bell in charge. The choirs will combine for a leading musical feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
Page
Bell
Old Pilot at the Wheel Takes Clermont Son Editorial Post
Genial Daniel Hillen, a journalist of genius, will edit the Clermont Son during Mr. Lockwood’s absence in Tennessee. The Clermont newspaper fraternity welcomes Hillen to their circle with open arms as editor emeritus steps aside.
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Daniel Hillen
Clermont Son
Mr. Lockwood
Tennessee
Fraternity
Clermont
Mr. Hillen
Miss Anna Jenkins Surprised by Mirthful Elf Visit at Home
On Saturday evening November 11 Miss Anna Jenkins president of the Williamsburg W B R lodge was surprised by a playful gathering. Returning home she found rooms filled with sisters of the order and friends in merriment as a surprise party erupted with laughter and bond of fellowship. The intruders from the A R Ky Post joined in the revelry creating a memorable nocturnal scene.
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Anna Jenkins
W. BR
Williamsburg
Nashes
Oulo
Local notices and community updates from Batavia era
Sam BPRAGUE a Batavia graduate reads law at Frazier Hicks offices and old 59th veterans mourn death near Newpork. Blairville quail season opens. Blairville New Rich mond brick yards close, 195 men laid off temporarily. Frank Talley New Richmond welcomes new baby girl election night. Judge Cox improving and set to return. Arkansas hunting trip for Swine Harris and Bannister. Auditor Davis occupies editor’s house during winter absence. Dr Weave r’s Main street residence nears occupancy. quail season runs to December 15. Lockwood family to winter in the South. Dan Hillin to fill Sun desk during Lockwood’s absence. Marion Harland to study Turks and Arabs. Alfred Leonard Ohio cavalry veteran dies by hanging. Milford ball planned with patronesses and orchestra. Ohio Hospital for Epileptics opens 250 beds. James Yancey 60 described as skilled hunter. Challenge Brick Co shows peak Ohio brick output. Batavia Mills partner Orebaugh joins. Collins plans 50 more workers. railroad to run to clamps with new engines and presses planned.
Social notes record welcomes and movements in Batavia
Miss Nannie Dimmitt returns home to Batavia after weeks in Chicago and is greeted by friends. M. J. Davis, long absent from his native place, visits Batavia and East Fork. Ruben Rue, formerly of Williamsburg, marries Mary Miller of Cincinnati and plans to live in East Columbia. Louie McMann, Liberty, Indians native, guests relatives and is praised as a Liberty belle. Judge Hulick will attend Congress sessions in December. Jamieson, Stuart Locomotive editor, is noted as a Republican speaker with tall tales of his growth. The piece closes with local political chatter and hopes about recent events in Iowa.
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Nannie Dimmitt
Chicago
M. J. Davis
Batavia
East Fork
Ruben, Rue
Willamsburg
Mise Mary’Miller
Cincinnati
East Columbia
Mies
Louie McMann
Mia
J. L. ‘Moore
Liberty
Bella of
Hulick
Dao Batalia
Congress
Frank and
Gay
John M. Jamieson
Stuart
Ron
Repubblican
Sonn ‘Jamieson
Hhefe
Connie Hete
Ohio Governor Proclaims Thanksgiving Day Observance
Governor William McKinley issues a Thanksgiving proclamation urging residents to honor the Presidents Day of National Thanksgiving on the 80th day of November. He calls for worship, family gatherings, and remembrance of the needy, signing with his name and Secretary Samuel M. Taylor.
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McKinley
Grover
United States
William McKinley
Ohio
Dane
C. WM. McKinley
Samuel M. Taylor
Secretary
Mil ford Man Attacks Neighbor With Axe in Cemetery Lair
An assault in Milford led by Smoky Gordon ended with Jack Craig escaping and Craig’s brother aiding. Gordon, a local gang leader, used an axe during the attack on Craig for money. Mayor Adams ordered Gordon held for grand jury, with Smoky jailed.
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Smoky Jordan
Sheriff Temple
Smoky
Flour City
Smoky Gordon
Jack Craig
Craig
Adams
McKinley Gains and Losses in Clermont Comparison
The figures show that when men act on their own, the nation remains hopeful. The Clermont comparison to Harrison's 1892 vote suggests gains for McKinley and a resilient political climate.
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Clermont
Court Calendar Listings From Batavia Ohio Sessions
A sequence of civil cases scheduled by date from November to December outlining parties in disputes. Notable names include Silas M Hughes Theodore Steelman C A Jacobs The Incorporated Village of Batavia Ohio and multiple Felter Nort and Wardlow cases. The list spans dates from November 20 to December 21 with numerous pairings and executors managers in various suits.
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Christian Rumley
Silas M. Hughes
G. G. Bambach
Theodore Steelman
B. Steece
Waldo
Backus
William H. Dodd
Wood Cole
C. A. Jacobs
Batavia
Ohio
J. A. Larsh
Mary A. Larsh
William Duffey
Annie Nolan
William Aicholz
Myrtie K. Burnett
Norman L. Burnett
Frederick Nort
Jacob Nort
Nora Felter
Theodore Elston
Owen G. Felter
Nora O. Felter
Josephine I. Dumford
George Bishop
Caroline Curry
James Haskell
Lewis Manning
William G. Richey
W. F. Roudebush
David Aible
Kate E. Ricker
John Winspear
William Cochran
Matilda B. Wallace
Emery Brannen
John A. Henderson
Nannie Smitson
James Lanham
Sampson Lanham
Elisa Smitson
Frankiis
Charles White
Riday
Homer Pierce
Issac Carter
Judge Ferris Celebrated by 3000 Friends in Linwood
About 3000 supporters gathered at Judge Ferris residence in Linwood last Friday to honor his re election. With no suitable hall, the ball park hosted the event where speakers included Louis Kraner Judge J B Swing Hugo Cavannah Andy Harlinger and Lewis Goodale among others. The large turnout was a testament to his popularity and public regard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Ferris
Linwood
Louis Kraner
J. B. Swing
Hugo Cavannah
Andy Harlinger
Lewis Goodale
Batavia Whist Club Organizes Winter Social
A Batavia group forms the whist club to pass winter evenings with cards or music and readings. Members include Blanche Kennedy Mamie Ashburn Celia Schulte Bertha Bishop Kate Ducknall Belle Ducknall Jennie Penn Mrs Charles Belt Mrs Carrie Kennedy Mrs Hugh Nichols and Dr Belt Tom Hamilton Milt Kain Kirk Kennedy E W Buvinger Homer Glancy Archie Tatman Hugh Nichols Elbert Glancy Allen Cowen. The club meets on alternate nights at members homes.
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Blanche Kennedy
Mamie Ashburn
Celia Schulte
Bertha Bishop
Kate
Belle Ducknall
Jennie Penn
Ingersoll Refutes Immortality Report in Interview
A Boston paper reported that Robert G. Ingersoll would declare belief in immortality before death. He replied that he has never stated such a certainty and that belief versus knowledge differs, noting he hopes for joy and reunion rather than asserting eternal life. He hints at Christian hope and notes he may be nearing Agrippa’s stance.
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Boston
Robert G. Ingersoll
Mr. Ingersoll
Robert
Ingersoll
Agrippa
Marriage Licenses Issued For Local Couples
The records list Homer M. Hahn with Dollie Needham Herman Hi Glaze with Alice A. La lich Homer M. Maham with Cora M. Ferree Henry F. Brunner with Mary M. Horn William L. Teal with Adda M. Spence Bruce Nordyke with Cora Barbaro Harry Maham with Bessie MacMaham Joan H. Shalts with Cora Anstedt George R. Shaw with Bessie Hawkins The note adds optimism about McKinley’s re election and a brighter era for matrimony.
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Homer M. Hahn
Dollie Needham
Herman Hi
Glaze
Alice A. Lalich
Homer M. Maham
Cora M. Ferree
Henry F. Brunner
Mary M. Horn
William L. Teal
Adda M. Spence
Bruce Nordyke
Cora Barbaro
Harry Maham
Bessie MacMaham
Joan H. Shalts
Cora Anstedt
George R. Shaw
Bessie Hawkins
McKinley
Constitutional amendments vote tallied with mixed results
The record shows Yea and No tallies for Taxing Franchises and Representation by Single districts. The text notes a harsh season for the elderly and hints at a call to bolster health with Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier.
Returned to the Asylum and Related Injuries
Minerva Prickett of Union township and Mattie Sherban of Pierce township were recaptured from Athens asylum after relapse. A Williamsport teamster loading logs on a train suffered a severe leg injury when a log rolled off its lever. An official vote abstract on the Courier’s second page is presented as accurate and reliable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minerva Prickett
Union Township
Mattie Sherban
Pierce Township
Athens
Sherift Temple
Batavia Dancing Club To Host City Hall Society Dance
The Batavia Dancing Club plans a city hall dance with premier music and a midnight supper. Promises of a charming evening fill the social calendar as the event is ready for enjoyment and appreciation.
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City Hall
Batavia Dancing Club
New Officers Chosen for A H M A Association
At Rapps hotel the A H M A Association held its meeting and announced officers F. M. Willis as president EK J Prather as vice president F A Hitch as treasurer Wm Donaldson as secretary. Directors named include B J Ricker John Tatman Dr W E Thompson F M Fridman Richard Hawkins D H Nichols D C L Kennedy Geo R Taylor M J W Holter.
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A. H.& M. A. Association
Rapp’s Hotel
F. M. Willis
EK. J. Prather
F. A. Hitch
Trea Urer
Wm. Donaldson
B. J. Ricker
John Tatman
W. E. Thompson
F. M. Fridman
Richard Hawkins
D. H. Nichols
D. C. L. Kennedy
Geo. R. Taylor
M. J. W. Holter
Legal notices of appeals and partitions in Union township
Ellen Buxton against M A Wood administrator of William Pricket appeals from Squire Witham docket in Union township. William H Sutton sues John B Sutton et al on dower. Elizabeth C Stockton vs Charles Stockton. Frank Balzhiser et al. partition. 8, B Gratigny vs Martha E Wallace certified from Squire Studor docket J P.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen Buxton
M. A. Wood
William Pricket
Squire Witham
Union Township
William H. Sutton
John B. Sutton
Elizabeth C. Stockton
Charles Stockton
Frank Balzhiser
B. Gratigny
Martha E. Wallace
Squire Studor
J. P
Soldier John Livengood Sells Rabbits for Rations, Leads Garrison
John Livengood, a veteran of the 59th, walks Main Street on a Saturday with an army bucket, empty haversack, and seven rabbits. He jokes he cannot sell more than one meal for the garrison. He is famed for cooking thirteen rabbits in a single day and calls himself captain of the town’s largest mess.
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John Livengood
John
Livengood
October Weather Summary From U S Weather Bureau Data
The October report lists: maximum 9 at Northwood on the 1st, minimum 15 at Rittman on the 98th, mean 53.7, mean max 65.9, mean min 41.5, total precipitation 4.24 inches. Peak 24 hour rainfall 5.00 on the 14th at Hillhouse. Clear days 16, partly cloudy 7, cloudy 8 with rain. Prevailing wind southwest. Hail on 4, 20, 28, 29. sleet on 14, 20, 28, 29. auroras on 1 and 20.
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U. S. Weather Bureau
Northwood
Rittman
Hillhouse
Howe pleads guilty in third trial for murder in Adams County
Sylvester Howe, on his third trial for the murder of James Shaw, broke down in court and changed his plea from not guilty to guilty of murder in the second degree. Judge Davis sentenced him to life in the penitentiary. Howe maintained innocence despite two prior convictions.
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Sylvester Howe
James Shaw
Adams County
Davis
How
Election talk and political quips drift through town
In a Saturday chat Judge Hulick and Judge Cox discussed broad election reasons as Stanton Remelin notes the Democratic defeat. Merely a snapshot shows Harri’s faded bid while local notices trumpet Gild concerts and a general store ad touts stock and services at Dennis and Teasdale’s.
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Neal
Remelin
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Sheriff Tesple
Guest
Love Among the Roses
Union Thanksgiving Services
Tia
Sam Bprague
59Th
Thomas L. Crittenden
Newpork
Blairville
New Richmond
Frank Talley
New
Richmond
Frank
Cox
M. J. Swine
Scott Harris
Clerk Bannister
Forests of
Arkansas
Lockwood
Batavia Society
Epitor Lockwood
Allen
Henry
South
Sun Office
Col
Dan Hillin
Marion Harland
Miss Harland
Alfred Leonard
7Th Ohio Cavalry
Monrole Township
Milford
Sehion
Will Betheld
Dity Hel
E. C. Harding
J. M. Leaf
E. C. Peebles
J. Aubery
Ohio Hospital For
H. C. Rutter
Gallipolis
James Yancey
Challenge
John Orebaugh
Batavia Mills
Collins
Mkinley
Amelia Ce
Sigeperram
North Via
Franklin
Chile
Felicity
Miami
Loveland
Newberry
Laurel
Locust Corner
Linbure, Eaat
Illamsburg
West
Batavia Whist Club
Ayer
Harri- 800
Tus M.E Gild
Dennis & Teasdale’s
Todsdate
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