20 Oct 1926
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1926
Page
1
The Clermont Sun defends Republican candidates Edward Peterson for county treasurer B L Ketchum for county auditor and sheriff Fred Croswell citing lawful deputy hires strong service and tough crime work. It urges voters to reelect Bergman for commissioner and dismisses other attacks as political.
The notice urges voters to support Edw. E. Peterson Republican candidate for a second term as county treasurer. It stresses the responsibility of managing county funds and endorses Peterson as experienced, trustworthy, and worthy of support. The message ends with a call to vote for Peterson and My Easy Cooper.
Fred J. Croswell announces his candidacy for a second term as sheriff of the county in the November 2 1926 election. He asks voters to judge him by his two years in office and to support him if they find him worthy.
Congressman Charles C Kearns seeks re election on the Republican ticket highlighting his record and Ways and Means Committee seat. The piece urges readers to vote November 2 with a bold X and notes Ohio Republicans have placed four members on the panel.
Clarence Rice, candidate for County Recorder, challenges editor and questions clerk Naylors expenses. He cites a three month deputy pay total of 572.50 and September 238 in a bid to argue against perceived high payments if elected.
A small but attentive gathering of farm women from Clermont county met at Batavia High School on Saturday to talk over challenges facing rural districts. The group aims to spread ideas back to their townships and mobilize support for improved community services. Fred Edgington is urged as a Republican candidate for Representative, highlighted as a friend of the people and proponent of road improvements and education funding.
State of Ohio versus Arthur Landin and John Gardner heard in J L Larkin’s Justice Court. Defendants initially pleaded guilty then not guilty. bound over to grand jury in 500 dollars. Penalty up to 1000 dollar fine and one year in penitentiary. Insurance men say jitney licenses for seven passenger cars are unavailable. larger vehicles must maintain road repair.
Voters in Clermont County are urged to elect Henry Bergman Jr. of Miami Township to county commissioner on November 2. The appeal praises his broad views, sound judgment, and expertise in roads and bridges, urging support for the Republican ticket and noting his proven judgment on road work.
Henry Binning of Perintown and Hazel Williams of Blowville wed Thursday morning October 7 at Rev. Semrau's Batavia home. They were joined by Emmi and Clarence Garbe, travel briefly, then return to Perintown where the groom farms. Best wishes for a happy voyage.
In Clermont County voters are urged to support B L Ketchum for Auditor on November 2 1926 with praise for his 20 years in public schools and tax deputy work. The piece also backs David Gallagher for County Clerk and endorses Carl Z Garland for Prosecutor citing experience and electability. The Loveland area hosts dedication of O Banion bridge with speeches and celebrations.
County farmers attend rallies across almost all townships except a few, showing strong support for the Farm Bureau campaign. Growth includes farm women taking leadership roles and home maker membership on the campaign cabinet, with counties discussing broader programs for home service and community improvement. Vote for Chas C. Kearns.
Crosses marking a fatal N W railroad crossing near Afton were removed. Peter Wasner of Batavia died there last year and Fred Smith later died in Cincinnati from injuries from the same incident. The crosses were state highway markers erected by the Department and tampering carries heavy penalties.
The Clermont County Commissioners met in special session on Monday October 11 1926 with all members present and approved numerous bills including payrolls for Geo Apgar L Clemons and previously listed staff, payments to Clermont Courier Batavia Realty Co and others, and approved blind pension filings for Elizabeth Mc Murphy and Hugh Allen Windle. The Batavia Woman's Club is announced to meet October 23 at 2 30 p m with program notes on Respon Henrik Ibsen Maude Adams Her Story and The Child in Drama.
The notice invites readers to request the Agricultural Year Book of 1925 from Senator Frank B. Willis at Room 132 Neil House Columbus Ohio while supplies last. It also endorses Clarence C. Rice for county recorder on November 2 citing his deputy experience under Auditor Eveland and his loyal Republican service as an ex serviceman.
A 1923 Buick owned by Clayton Cartmell of Batavia was stolen in Cincinnati last week with M. J. Kain driving it. The uninsured vehicle left no clues for investigators.
The appeal urges voting for Fred J. Croswell of Franklin township for another term as clerk. It praises his courtly conduct and faithful performance of duties, asserting he meets the public on the square and will enforce laws without fear or favor. It notes Clermont county houses several prisoners, including murderers and still operators, to underline the need for a fearless, reputable official.
The meeting was called to order by the vice president and minutes read. A plan to visit the Art Museum was discussed and the club was rated standard due to its record. County Agent Winemiller presented the Club Charter and spoke. future meeting set for November 9 at Geneva Bell’s home.
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