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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1929

Page

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National Meet This Week At Legion Convention

Lexington Kentucky hosts the American Legion national convention closing tonight after a three day session with over 100 000 members attending from across the United States. Clermont county sends Irwin Kain C C Rice Guy Craver Clyde Tem Ed Fuller Paul Kramer Clarence Slade Brice Hendrixson Ed York Howard Hawkins Kenneth Hillen Harold Nichols James Patchell Garald Ties and wives Mrs Gertrude Spencer and Miss Wilma Brown.

American Legion Lexington United States Clermont County Batavia Legion Irwin Kain C. C. Rice Guy Craver Clyde Tem Ed Fuller Paul Kramer Clarence S. Slade Brice Hendrixson Ed York Howard Hawkins Kenneth Hillen Harold Nichols James Patchell Garald Gertrude Spencer Wilma Brown

Clermont county basketball schedule set for season

Coaches from Clermont county finalize the basketball schedule with an opening date of Nov 22. The Batavia high school schedule includes games against Milford Bethel Williamsburg Amelia Bethel Owensville Goshen Milford Owensville New Richmond Williamsburg Milford Owensville New Richmond Wilmore with venues listed as here or there. A referee league is promoted to improve officiating and sportsmanship.

Clermont County Batavia High School Milford Bethel Williamsburg Amelia Owensville Goshen New Richmond Wilmore

Clermont County Votes On 8 Mill Road Levy Extension

Clermont county voters will decide on an eight mill road levy extended for five years on November 5 to fund county road upkeep. More information will follow.

Clermont County

Red Cross Regional Conference Date and Speakers

Red Cross workers and interested members are invited to a Regional Conference at the Hotel Gibson on Friday Oct 4. The keynote is The Economic Value of the Red Cross to State and Community. The program runs 10 am to 8 30 pm with lunch 12 to 2 30. Judge Nichols gives a noon address. Clermont county residents are urged to attend with Mrs H L Nichols Mrs C N Young Mrs Massey Miss Hoerner and others from Batavia attending. Loveland delegation will not go. In nearby news Bethel Band Concerts closed after a season of good music with large weekly crowds.

Red Cross Hotel Gibson Judge Nichols Clermont County H. L. Nichols C. N. Young Mra. Massey Miss Hoerner Batavia Loveland

Floater Found and Williamsburg Nuptials Highlight Local News

A stillborn girl found in the East Fork of the Little Miami River near the South Milford bridge is being investigated to identify the mother as authorities bury the infant per coroner Curtis. In other news, Lois Kellum and Byron Jacobs wed at Williamsburg with a pink and white decor theme and a small guest list. The ceremony featured Lohengrin’s Bridal March and a post-nuptial address, with the couple planning to reside in Bethel after October 1. A meeting of M. E. church Women’s Missionary Societies is set for October 4 at Mrs. F. L Walker’s home at 2:30 PM.

East Fork Little Miami River South Milford Bridge Roberts A. W. Meinken W. E. Kain Cincinnati Curtis Johnson Funeral Home Milford J. C. Christopher County’ Health Commissioner C. L. Kellum Williamsburg Lois Byron Jacobs Frank PP. Jacobs Near Bethel C. N.fisher Louise Fisher Lillian Snell Carr Ralph Bee Williamsburg High School G. V. Kever Hyde Park Bethel High School Municipal Light Plant Bethel South Union Street Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Societies M. E. Church F. L Walker Lane Pearson Dial Miss Rice

Apple Thieves Near Mt Carmel Farm

Deputies Hartke and Grover Fox surprised a Cincinnati man caught stealing apples at Day Fruit Farm in Mt. Carmel at 4 a.m. September 25. The owner identified the fruit as from his orchard and the matter was settled out of court with a warning to the offender.

Mt. Carmel Hartke Greater Fox Cincinnati Day Hamilton County

Event of Week at Bethel Grange Hall Friday

The Bethel Grange Hall hosts an October 4 program at 8 30 p m with chair Norma J Tuttle welcoming attendees Eunice Patten presents The Value of Club Work and the club list includes a history of clubs by Lucille Tuttle and clothing team demonstrations by Velma and Wanda Parker Entitled selections recitations and a BETHEL SCHOOL BAND displays including a club checks and charters presentation by Mrs J White and others

Bethel Grange Hall Norma J. Tuttle Ccccc E. H Pattison A. W. Marion Dorothy Shields Grace Ellsberry Anna Lea Parker Bethel School Band Lucille Tuttle Edith South Clothing Velma, Wolf Wanda Parker Sorg Uy Weensa Eunice Patten Parent Mes J. White Mildred Vail Ruth E. Shields Vance

Smith Gardner Wedding Solemnized at Batavia Home

Reverend Burésall joined Elmer P. Smith of Williamsburg and Florence Edna Gerdner of Mt Crab in a Batavia home ceremony Saturday at 8 p.m. Witnesses Fred Strathman Jr. Myrtle Smith and Mrs Bath with children presented the ring.

Batavia Burésall Elmer P. Smith Williamsburg Florence Edna Gerdner Mt. Crab Fred Strathman Jr Myrtle Smith Bath

Marriage of Tarzilla Thomas to Max Seyler in Pittsburg

Miss Tarzilla Thomas of Pittsburg wed Max Seyler of McKeesport on September 11 in Pittsburg. The ceremony followed by a luncheon. they plan a honey moon to DuBois and Cincinnati before returning to Pittsburg to reside. A separate note recalls Chas Hartmetz’s sixty eighth birthday celebration at Stenelick with family and friends, including a long list of attendees and a noon chicken dinner.

Fred D. Thomas East Park Avenue Miss Tarzilla Pittsburg Max Seyler McKeesport Chas. Seyler Batavia Hobar Seyler DuBois Cincinnati Chas. Hartmetz Stenelick Henry Busch Homer Busch Adam Myers Williamsburg Katie Reisinger Mary Miller Pets Hartmett Mt. Holly Annie Boles Fleeton Clarence Hardoerfer J. B. Livengood Margaret John Hardoerfer Milford Edd Wehrung Terrace Park Harry Myers Oakley Edgar Hartmett C. Wehrung Chris Friend Norwood Chas. Wehrung Clifton Rose Drake John Wood Cliff Heitzman

Years a Subscriber Fagin Remains Loyal Reader at 87

Mrs Lizzie Fagin of Los Angeles California one of our oldest subscribers with seventy years of service is 87 enjoys good health and hopes to see her 100th birthday. The Courier notes Rally Day in Sunday school next Sunday October 6 asking members to enroll a new one or invite an old skiver. Communion at 10:80, sermon followed by at 2 p. m. Wednesday prayer meeting 7:16 p. m. and board meeting afterward.

Lizzie Fagin Los Angeles Cal Courier California Dr. E H. L. Fagin

Twelfth Annual Conference of Clermont Young Pioneers

Young people from Clermont county and a few adults plan to attend the Twelfth Annual Conference of the Young People's Division of the Sunday Schools. The event on October 6 at Bethel churches starts 9 a.m. with delegates from many Sunday schools. Registration is 1.50. Theme The Quest in Service will be explored by leaders from Columbus Granville Cincinnati Batavia Bethel and others. Afternoon recreation and an evening banquet highlight the program.

Clermont County Young People’s Division Sunday Schools Bethel M. E. and Christian Carey Young Columbus, O Rebecca Ross Granville Ohio Cecile Killeny Cincinnati Franklin Morrison Batavia W. Edward Roberts

Former Clermonter Dr. Christy visits Clermont county

Dr. Ralph L. Christy of Denver Colorado, formerly of Marathon Ohio, visits Clermont county friends en route to Washington DC for the American Full Denture Society meeting where he serves as president and will attend the American Dental Association. E H McNutt, formerly of Marathon, resides with Christy. Christy is Professor of Prosthetic Dentistry at Denver University.

Ralph L. Christy Denver Colp Marathon Ohio Friends Clermont County Christy Washington, D. C American Full Denture Society American Dental Association E. H. McNutt Denver University

Obituary of Oliver Perry South with family details

Oliver Perry South born December 22, 1858 near Monterey Ohio died September 20, 1929 in Williamsburg Ohio aged 70 years and nine months. He married Martha Daugherty in 1878 who died May 19 1922. Survived by three living children Hattie Vaught Sarah Hahn and Howard South eight grandchildren five great grandchildren two brothers Frank South and George South and many friends. Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to Mr Maham and Brother Robison for kindness and services.

Oliver Perry South Monterey Ohio Williamsburg Martha Daugherty Hattie Vaught Sarah Hahn Howard South Columbus Frank South Lebanon George South Pleasant Ridge

Bank Adds Savings Deposit Department at Peoples Bank

Williams burg announces establishment of a Savings Deposit Department. Open an account with one dollar, add deposits as convenient, and earn interest compounded semi annually.

The Peoples Bank Williamsburg Savings

Freshman Week Attractions Open at Ohio State University

About 8 000 new students attended Ohio State University during the third annual Freshman Week from September 26 to 30. University officials welcomed them, gave campus tours, administered certain examinations, and offered study tips to maximize the university experience. One prospective student named Nellie M. Lewis from Batavia, Ohio is mentioned.

Columbus Ohio State University Batavia Nellie M. Lewis

Garden Club Talk In Batavia By State Leader

Mrs. Silas B. Waters of Cincinnati spoke on garden clubs in Batavia last Friday at Mrs. A. B. Nichols home. About twenty five ladies attended and a new Batavia Ladies Garden Club formed with officers Mrs. Nichols president Miss Jennie Penn first vice Mrs. J. M. Wiseman second vice Mrs. E. S. Rush secretary and Earl Fishback treasurer. Refreshments followed and questions on flower culture were answered. Watch Batavia for pretty flower gardens next summer.

Silas B. Waters Cincinnati State Federation of Garden Clubs Batavia A. B. Nichols Jennie Penn J. M. Wiseman E. S. Rush Earl Fishback

County Commissioners Approve Road Contracts and Aid

The Sept. 23 meeting notes multiple contracts and appropriations including hauling stone on Maple Creek road, extra work on Green Mound road, and aid for residents. Also recorded a lengthy travelogue describing Paul Cobb and family’s motor trip to Crestline, Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and Canada.

Standard Oil Co W.B. Thornton U. S. Chemical Co Everett Weeks Walker Ralph Weeka Bill Wester Woodrow-Weil-Stanage Bantam Elklick Old Bethel Maple Creek G. E. Baynes Green Mound Howard Rapp Woodville Goshen George Cobb Paul Williamsburg Crestline D. L. Johnson Erma Bodsey Hardy Buffalo Pennsylvania Niagra Falls Detroit Midwand

Nut trees attract attention in Georgetown

In Georgetown a 30 foot English walnut tree stands as a striking example. Charles Bud Miller argues homeowners who planted walnuts a decade ago would have abundant nuts. The owner just harvested a bushel of nuts that compare with others, though the region’s crop shows little significance this season.

Ohio Charles Bud” Miller Bud Georgetown Georgetown Democrat

Car lands in creek after runaway starts in town

The car belonging to Stanley Patti son started on its own last Friday and plunged into East Fork creek. The starter jammed but the vehicle struck Mrs. Gomien's fence and an iron pump before skirting a garden and trees, rolling into deep water. It stopped with no damage beyond fright and was pulled back to the road and resumed business.

Stanley Pattison East Fork

Moscow P T A Meeting At School House Report

The Moscow P T A will meet at the School House Friday afternoon October 4 at 3 o'clock. The program includes an opening program by the High School a business talk by E. Lough a discussion and refreshments served by teachers. All residents of Moscow School District urged to attend.

Moscow P. T. A E. Lough Moscow

Concerts End as Batavia Band Seeks Subscriptions

The Batavia Band Concerts finish for the summer after a season of weekly music for hundreds across the district. Now sponsors are asked to step up and pay the subscriptions that supported the program.

Batavia Letus

Not Serious Accident in Williamsburg Involves Peerless Truck

A Saturday morning collision at Fuhr's corner Main Street injured no one besides a scare. George Bernstein, driver of the Peerless Creamery milk truck, and Mrs Mildred Horn back escaped harm as her car sustained minor damage. Bernstein had survived a fatal wreck weeks earlier but escaped with only minor injuries. The notice also mentions an Atwater Kent radio ad and reports the death of Mrs Sophia Stoddard, widow of E T Stoddard, mother of the Stoddard brothers, at Olive Branch. Funeral services were planned for Tuesday at 2 p.m.

Williamsburg George Bernstein Mildred Hornback Fuhr’s Corner Main Street Sophia E. T. Stoddard Stoddard Bros Ray Olive Branch M. E

Rape Charge Against Williamsburg Men Jailed

John Binkley and Robert Colvin of Williamsburg were arrested on Monday charged with rape by Dorothy Smith. They waived examination before Squire Larkin and were bound over to the grand jury in $10,000 each, now jailed. Sheriff Roberts and deputies brought them in.

John Binkley Robert Colvin Williamsburg Dorothy Smith Squire Larkin Roberts

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Basket Ball Bethel Band Avwater’ Kert Cour Thomas Seyler Clermonter Maham Bro Robison Garden Club Paul Anstaett G. B. Armacost Sam Ausman Burroughs C. A. Bishop Jame Gosh Barrett Bros Judge Bell & Nash C. E. Conover James Codnel W. H. Culley M. D Curtis Carlier & Craver Ollie Clemons Claude 8. Coyle Fred Constant Bert Cole Guy L. Craver Citizens Garage Labor Bell Telephone Co Vesper Davis C. M. Evans Nevi Penn School House Chas. Fitzwater Alonzo Garner M. Good Myrtie Hendrixson B. W. Hoover Jean Jones & Simon Chas. Jacobs Joshua Kilgore B. L. Ketchum J. W. Luck Elmer Leslie E. C. Luck Lyle Blank Book Co Fee Malott Dora Monijor J.M. McGuire J. E. Metzger Isaac Maham Curtis R. C. Manning Dorothy McKee Stone Standard Oil Co Laura Smith H.N. Melvin K. Moyer James Malott Mary E. Newell James O'Leary Ed Otten Fred Pierce C. L. Peterson Walter Smith Stamm Garage Hill Tric P. M. Kapp Sists Fuhr
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