Be Sure You Are Right Then Go Kearns at Milford Ahead
In 1920 a Clermont County speaker argues against joining the League of Nations. He warns it risks America’s tested policy of independence and questions the wisdom of Cox and the League. Hon. C. C. Kearns will speak at Milford next Friday at 2 p.m. The ladies are invited.
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Kearns
Milford
League of Nations
America
Clermont County
United States
Woodrow Wilson
League
Wilson
Old World
Africa
China
Turkey
Mesopotamia
Russia
Greece
Italy
France
England
Japan
James M. Cox
Novemyr
Cox
Children of Men
C. C. Kearns
Reading Article X of the League debate
The letter argues Article X commits the United States to defend all League members, implying war if any member is attacked. It asserts preservation of territorial integrity by nonmilitary means is unclear, predicting inevitable US involvement and urging opposition to the League with emphasis on America First.
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League
United States
League of Nations
Wilson
Cox
America
Woodrow Wilson
Canada
Brittain
England
Mofford Ill and Campaign Postponement
George Mofford, Republican candidate for County Recorder, is hospitalized for an operation related to a chronic condition from last year’s influenza. Doctors say the procedure is not dangerous and expect his return in about two weeks. Cadence shifts to supporters to carry on the campaign in his absence.
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George Mofford
Mofford
Batavia
Moffrhe
Hy Oing
Ballots Delivered for Batavia November Election
Presiding judges for the November election are summoned to Batavia this Saturday to receive ballots and supplies and to obtain instructions from the board. Ballot counting will extend after polls close and may run into the next day. Clerks and judges are paid five dollars, presiding judges nine dollars plus mileage. pay is small for the workload.
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Batavia
Polls Notice Lists Republican Judge Candidates Marked X
Voters are directed to mark the ballot as shown for Republican judge candidates. The notice specifies which men on the ballot are to be selected by an X for the party ticket.
Stop Look Listen Slime of Slander in Campaign Declared
A partisan screed accuses Democratic leaders of deceit and malice in the campaign, contrasting Woodrow Wilson and James M. Cox tactics with Republican appeals. It claims attacks target Germans Italians and Black voters to sway Northerners, urging scrutiny of Democratic power and world democracy rhetoric.
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Woodrow Wilson
James M. Cox
Clermont County
Purgatory
Brimatone
Save the World
God
Democratic Party
Probate Judge Controversy in Clermont Sun Reflections
The Clermont Sun accuses errors in its October 6 issue about judge tenure. It contests claims that Clarence N. Young served 18 years in office, stating only 9 years elective, plus earlier clerk service. It also critiques long tenures of Louis Buerkle and other political figures, noting party bias and predicting Young’s re election.
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Clermont Sun
Clarence N. Young
Judge Young
the Sun
Louis Buerkle
Supreme Court
Clayton B. Nichols
Common Pleas
Chas. J. Williams
Chas. H. Woodman See
Felicity
Cleona Searls
Congress
Buerkle
Young
Election ballots guide urges straight Republican vote
The paper directs readers to the election ballots on another page for State and National races next Tuesday. A single cross in the eagle circle votes straight Republican. judicial tickets need an X by each name. Crabb act requires an X yes. It advocates voting the straight Republican ticket.
County Nurse Employed by Health Board
Mrs. N. B. Heidlebaugh of Batavia, a graduate nurse with several years of experience, has been employed by the County Health Board at a salary of 10 dollars per month plus traveling expenses. Dr Ireton, Mrs Heidlebaugh and Mrs Werner conducted the school examinations, and all county scholars will be examined.
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N. B
Republican Meeting Draws Large Edenton Audience
A October 15 Republican meeting in Edenton attracted a large enthusiastic crowd. The hall was decorated and a warm welcome extended. The event was led by Hugh Megroe and Mrs. Ella Cox with Anna Quinby, Mrs. Cox, and Judges Young and Joseph as speakers.
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Edenton
Hugh Megroe
Ella Cox
Anna Quinby
Young and Joseph
Progress on Batavia Emergency Reservoir Work
Work on the Batavia emergency reservoir proceeds with concrete sides being placed. Excavation slows due to hardpan, but favorable weather is expected to speed completion this week under the charge of Jas. M. Lewie.
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Batavia
Jas. M. Lewie
Rallying cry for Republican victory against Wilson League
In a stark pre election column the author berates the League of Nations as outlined by England and Wilson, urging voters to reject the pact. The piece claims Democratic leaders hide reservations, praises the Republican Senate, and calls for Warren G. Harding to lead a governmental reform to remove wartime excesses and party old guard.
Widow of P A Pathe Died After Long Illness in Bethel
Mrs Harriet E Pathe of Bethel died after a long illness on Monday. She was 63, born in Newburyport, Mass. Widow of P A Pathe former President and General Manager of The Cincinnati Shoe Company. Survived by son Paul A Pathe, now GM of Cincinnati Shoe Company factories.
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Harriet E. Pathe
Bethel
Texas
York City
Paul A. Pathe
Cincinnati Shoe Company
Warning to Voters on Last Minute Mailings
A letter warns voters that Democrats plan to send circulars accusing Republican candidates of false charges just before the election. It calls such tactics dirty and unlawful, labeling those behind the effort as unscrupulous and lacking character.
Farm Bureau Campaign in Clermont County Advances Despite Slower Pace
The Clermont County Farm Bureau campaign continues with 18 farmers from other counties joining in the second week. Farmers have signed up 474 in four and a half townships, about 76 percent, signaling strong support for organizing the farming community. Campaigns persist this week and next due to a shortage of solicitors as clover seed prices dip and local farmers are urged to buy locally for future large orders.
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Farm Bureau
Clermont County
Clermont
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