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Newspaper

The Clermont Courier

Location

Batavia, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1916

Page

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Cox Campaign Frosts Clermont Tour Dims Enthusiasm

A Clermont county one day Democratic campaign featuring James Cox A G Turnipseed and John L Shuff drew small crowds under 150 in New Richmond and minimal interest across Moscow Neville Chile Felicity Bethel and Batavia with no events at Williamsburg or Cincinnati. Cox argued the people want him to run again but voters appeared unimpressed and turnout was sparse.

Clermont County James Cox A.G. Turnipseed John L. Shuff New Richmond Cox Willis Moscow Neville Chile Felicity Bethel Williamsburg Cincinnati Batavia Court House

Dinner at M. E. Church by Ladies Guild

The ladies of the M E Church Guild announce a Friday dinner on November 3 starting at 5 p m. Plates include chicken pie mashed potatoes cranberries plum pudding coffee ice cream and cake for 30 cents. Cold slaw pie also listed.

M. HE. Guild

Republicans Meet. Democrats Get Williams burg Hall

The Williamsburg Republican township committee planned a meeting in the opera house last Friday but gave the hall to Democrats due to a concurrent county gathering. The Democrat speaker failed to arrive on time but the hall was still used in the evening. Republicans will hold a meeting on Saturday the 28th.

Republican Township Committee Williamsburg

Ohio State leader calls for Boys and Girls Club in Clermont

W H Palmer of Ohio State University visited Batavia to urge teachers to start Boys and Girls Club work in Clermont county. He outlined a student led program supervised by teachers and supported by the county fair board and extension service. County agent 8 B Stowe pledged help to implement a focused effort.

W. H. Palmer Ohio State University Ohio Batavia Teachers’ Association Clermont County County Fair Board B. Stowe

Marathon Grange Hallowe'en Masque and Supper Night

The Marathon Grange No. 2002 invites members and families to a Hallowe'en masque and supper on Monday evening in October at 7 00 p.m. at the I O O F ball. All members are urged to attend. those present must contribute ten cents.

C. F

Republican Meetings Schedule for Ohio Candidates

On Friday October 27 Senator Warren G. Harding will speak in Loveland at 7 30 PM and Milford at 8 45 PM. On Monday October 30 candidates Myron T Herrick and OC C Kearns will speak at Batavia Williamsburg Bethel Felicity Chile Neville Moscow and New Richmond at listed morning and evening times. Additional meetings are planned and to be announced.

Warren G. Harding U. S Ohio Loveland Milford Myron T. Herrick OC. C. Kearns Congress Batavia Williamsburg Bethel Felicity Chile Neville Moscow New Richmond

Clermont County Teachers Meet Yields Broad Interest

The Clermont County Teacher's Association session at Batavia last Saturday drew strong morning attendance with wide county representation and an afternoon crowd arriving by auto. Dr. S. Lowden of Central State University spoke on education principles and practice, praised by listeners, while W. H. Palmer outlined Boy's and Girl's Club work. eight local teachers led insightful discussions on current teaching topics, sharing valuable information. Overall the program met high expectations and facilitator exchanges were highly regarded.

Clermont County W. H. Palmer

Storm at Moscow damages farms and stock

A strong rain storm in Moscow last Friday wrecked several barn roofs and damaged un sheltered stock. Most losses were covered by cyclone insurance. The event coincided with Cox's visit and few residents attended the speech, possibly interpreting the reception as cold.

Moscow Cox

FOX CHASE TAKES OVER ADAMS COUNTY HUNT

About 100 fox hunters with twice as many hounds gathered in West Union for a five day hunt. The event drew participants from Kentucky West Virginia and Tennessee. Weather was favorable for trailing and a silver cup will be awarded to the champion hound. Lou Buerkle and John Knauer led their packs in the race.

West Union Kentucky West Virginia Tennessee Lou Buerkle John Knauer

Bond issue carries in Lebanon Village district election

The $60,000 bond issue for the Lebanon Village district high school building carried last week with 628 yes and 188 no votes. The measure included one whole township in the territory and reflects strong support for the new project.

Lebanon Village

Doctor Abbott in Cincinnati Gall Stone Operation

Dr J D Abbott of Bethel underwent a major gallstone operation in Cincinnati last week. He endured intense pain with little relief, and his serious condition saddens his many friends given his age.

Bethel Cincinnati

Pike Repair Levy and Political Notes Across Clermont County

The 1915 1916 pike repair levy distribution shows small funds used for road work, with $10,094.50 available in 1916 and distributions to township trustees. The article also highlights Charles C. Kearns’s strong bid for Congress, noting his past majorities, Democratic support in Adams county, and broad local backing despite opposition. It ends praising Jacob J. Hawk for prosecuting attorney, calling him a courteous, capable, and principled candidate with broad cross party appeal.

Board of County Commissioners Charles C. Kearns Congress Inman Adams Mr. Kearns Kearns Adams County Clermont County

Stop That Smoke: Town Warns Over Leaf Burning

Local ordinance controls burning of leaves with penalties. Residents report smoke-filled streets as wet leaves are burned. Officials urge drying leaves or composting to avoid health hazards and odors. A marshal emphasizes enforcement and public safety.

Atavia marshal _ghould Ordi

Francis M Hamilton for Court of Appeals Judge

The notice commends Francis M Hamilton a Warren County resident and longtime lawyer for judge of the Clermont County Court of Appeals. It urges voters to select his name on the separate judicial ballot and argues for a non partisan court as all current judges are Democratic.

Hamilton Warren Court of Appeals Clermont County

Record Breaker Calls for Court Cost Cuts

The grand jury met five days last week and examined 153 158 witnesses across 17 cases, returning true bills. The county faces high expenses. the lower courts should require stronger evidence to avoid unneeded indictments and unnecessary costs. Four witnesses could suffice for indictments, yet no action has been taken to curb the spend.

Warning issued over counterfeit ten dollar note in circulation

Government alerts public to a new counterfeit ten dollar bill described as a clever production. Secret service agents investigate with serial I-71743-A. The note is slightly longer than genuine, so some holders must be vigilant while others can relax.

Secret Service

Local Socials Highlight Halbisch and Guests

Mr and Mrs Jesse Halbisch hosted a Sunday gathering with Mr and Mrs Frank Schubert of Owensville, William Livengood with wife and son Rosenell of Branch Hill, and Mr and Mrs M J Reichel with Miss Rosa in attendance.

Jesse Halbisch and Myre Frank Schubert Owensville William Livengood Rosenell Branch Hill M. J. Reichel Rosa

Bonds Recovered In Amelia Bank Theft Case

Alonzo Whiteman of Duluth Minnesota posed as a detective to recover bonds stolen from the Amelia State Bank last March. He handed over 3500 dollars in bonds and promised more, was arrested in Cincinnati, and U.S. authorities will pursue the embezzlement case. A 500 dollar bond remains missing and further developments are expected.

Amelia State Bank Alonzo Whiteman Duluth Minn Amelia Bank New York Williams Cincinnati U. S Baldwin Whiteman

Birthday Party for Mrs Stark and Grandchildren

An October birthday gathering at Mrs Deborah Stark’s home marked by a 93rd birthday for Mrs Stark and presence of five generations including two great great grandchildren. The group, about forty guests from across the state, enjoyed a bountiful meal, sewing, and warm hospitality.

Deborah Stark Stark W. C. Griffith Vernon Lytle Marshall Roudebush Mrs. Stark

Clermonter Lands Batavia Theatre Contract

A. P. Eveland of Miamiville, recent builder of the Batavia school and garage, landed the Murphy Theatre contract at Wilmington last week. Noted as a reliable state contractor, he will begin work immediately, with Wilmington celebrating securing his services.

A. P. Eveland Miamiville Batavia Murphy Theatre Wilmington

Williams Corner school grounds improved by Welfare Association

Local Welfare Association organized improvements at Williams Corner school grounds. Ten teams hauled stone and ten men broke cement for walks while volunteers prepared and served dinner. The following day the association met and completed the project.

Williams Corner

Social Dinner Guests From Several Towns

Mrs Kate Stultz and Mrs Jacob Friend hosted guests in West Batatia last Thursday. Emma Turner of Perintown and Mrs Lineback and Mrs Krea of Milford attended. Mrs Gernon of Gernony and Mrs Oxley of Hyde Park also joined, with Miss Liasio Keon present.

Kate Stultz Jacob Friend West Batatia Emma Turner Perintown Mra. Lineback Mre. Krea Milford Gernon Gernony Oxley Hyde Park Liasio Keon

Also Mentioned on This Page

Clermont Coun Mont Democrats Willis and M. E. Church Marathon Grange United States the County Batavia Town Hall Jack Fox Chase Southern Ohio Fox Hunters Association Pan J. D. Abbott Pike Jacob J. Hawk Hawk Methodist Church Francis M. Hamilton The Amelia State Bank
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