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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1934
Page
8
In Clermont County in October 1934 readers learn of subscription offers for The Courier plus Cincinnati papers, local visits by residents, birth notice for Rose Ann Peterson, community events including fish fry, bake sale, and a pumpkin weighing 88 pounds. The item lists many names and places from Batavia, Williamsburg, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Knoxville.
Buck Jones stars in The Man Trailer with Bidney Murray comedy Krazy Kat and Scrappy Cartoon. Two nightly performances at 7 30 and 9 00. Bee our new Silver Screen.
J. M. Patchen, born on a Stonelick Township farm and OSU graduate, seeks Clermont County sheriff post. Veteran of World War Rainbow Division, former high school teacher and insurance agent pledges to uphold law and order, fairness, and taxpayer values. Issued by Patchen Sheriff Club with George Gregg as secretary.
Sterling L Brown of Ohio township seeks the prosecutor post. He is an attorney with wide experience qualified to handle criminal and civil cases in county affairs. Your support will be appreciated after November 6.
World War veteran and active American Legion member seeks the sheriff office. He is a college graduate and well equipped to perform duties. His war service shows bravery and his appearance suggests an ideal candidate. He knows no fear and will serve the people with economy and promptness. Vote for Patechell.
World War veteran Blythe Jones runs for county auditor on the Republican ticket November 6. He is described as the best equipped candidate with expert figures and clerical experience, capable of settlements and committee service. He is regarded as courteous and decisive, and supporters urge voters to back him with confidence.
Republican candidate Edgar W. Anstaett is profiled as a well known county figure, described as loyal and industrious. The text urges votes on November 6, praising his service and broad popular support to secure a large victory.
A political appeal praising Republican candidate John Hayden of Clermont County. It touts loyalty to voters, cites road improvements, and urges support for another term, framing him as the county’s friend and defender against deficit pressures.
Ezra Seyler seeks county commissioner on a record of honor and fair conduct. He has one term of service with credit to the county and is noted for square dealing and knowledge of roadbuilding. He asks for votes on November 6.
Manly Hill of Wayne township, a World War II veteran and Clermont's reliable young man, campaigns for county recorder. A first term bid against a seasoned opponent, Hill is described as competent, painstaking, and obliging with clerkship experience and strong local business ties.
Local residents visited relatives and friends through the week. Names include Earl Boehm family, Thomas Rothrock, Lloyd Enger, D W Davidson, G W Richardson, C M Atwood, Mrs Charlie, E E Griswold family, Ethel Taylor, Emma Fichter, H E Marshall, Pearl Liming, Rose Trodelman, Holliday, Melvin Good, Russell, J R McDonald, Creager family, Walter Holman and children, Bill Griswold, and Norwood friend.
The reminiscence recalls Sunday afternoon drives and the era when horse drawn vehicles were the notable traffic hazard, contrasting with modern road congestion. It reflects on past streets and the rustic pace of earlier decades.
G P Medary of Williamsburg campaigns for County Treasurer, a highly responsible office to be decided at the November 6 election. He has filled local offices well, enjoys county wide acquaintance, and carries a reputation beyond reproach. A vote for him is urged.
The Ohio Education Association asks county superintendents to promote October 28 as School Sunday. Pastors, church groups, and school officials should unite to stress education as essential to free government, with schools and churches collaborating on activities and music to engage communities.
A playful line notes that today’s woman may struggle with blackberry jam but can craft a bold cocktail, contrasting traditional domestic skills with contemporary mixology expertise.
Batavia Presbyterian Church led by minister Samuel Huecker invites all to attend Sunday services on October 28 with mid week service on Wednesday at 7 30 p m Sunday school at 9 30 and morning worship at 10 45 Registration and participation details are provided for the full weekend program.
Robert E Flora of Amelia seeks the county coroner position noting the office handles deaths by violence accidents or unknown causes. He would also serve as sheriff if the current coroner dies and highlights his clerical qualifications and prompt service. He is a registered pharmacist and a World War veteran.
Notice lists Simon Shaffer 67864, prisoner at London Prison Farm, admitted from Cermont county January 10, 1934, convicted of perjury with 1 to 10 year sentence, eligible for a parole board hearing on or after December 10, 1984. By W C Thomas, Clerk.
Ben Mitchell offers a public sale at Cherry Grove on Saturday October 27 at 10 a m featuring household goods furniture a Ford ton truck a Ford sedan radios and appliances. The sale will be at the residence on Hight Mile road one mile south of the Ohio pike with lunch on the ground cash terms. A M Ellis serves as auctioneer.
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