28 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1903
Page
1
The piece labels a Johnson circular as a demagogic Socialistic misrepresentation aimed at Republican incumbents seeking re election. It claims the Johnson tactic varies by county and implies the governor aspirant plans to control the Legislature and the U S Senate.
A four day grand jury examined over 140 witnesses in 29 cases, returned 20 bills and ignored 9. Bills include murder first degree for George Sprague and counterfeiting for Samuel Cooper. Other cases cover assault, concealed weapons, embezzlement, and public disturbance.
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune rails against the Single Tax Johnson in a front page editorial, arguing the plan would confiscate private lands, disrupt homes, and threaten civilization. Local dairy men organize as Cincinnati Milk Producers’ Association, aiming to unite Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky under a central body. The Northern Ohio Milk Producers’ Association sets milk price at 16 cents a gallon for six months, with Cincinnati noted as a low-priced source. details from E. M. Burns available on request.
Edward Whittaker and wife plan to spend the winter in North Wales Pa. Local residents and visitors are noted with several social items, travel plans, and family updates. A dog was run over by a traction car. Revival services continue at Monterey Christian Church led by Evangelist Clarence Mitchell. A local testimonial touts Foley's Kidney Cure from Dr John Bunn.
A letter expresses strong opposition to the Taxation Amendment with warnings of classifying property for taxation and possible graft. It argues the current system is fair and urges a no vote, noting the Democratic ticket endorses the amendment on the ballot. Also included is a notice about Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung diseases.
The article explains how voters mark the ballot with five tickets Republican Democratic Socialist Prohibition and Socialist Labor and how amendments appear under each party. It notes straight tickets and how to vote Yes or No on amendments in the sixth column with cross marks and exceptions for voters who agree with a party on some items but differ on amendments.
A Clermont County dispute over infirmary finances pits Elias Dumford against Republicans and a Democrat, with detailed cost items from 1902 and 1903. The article argues the infirmary records are accurate, while Dumford’s figures misstate coal and other expenses, asserting the Democrat misleads readers.
Charles R. Simmons of New Richmond died in a Pittsburg bridge accident at Pillsbury on the Monongahela crossing. A beam failure caused by a snapped guy rope toppled workers into the river. nine killed overall, seven recovered from wreckage, Simmons wedged and later recovered. He was born December 4 in New Richmond, years in Amelia, member of the Structural Iron Workers' Union and noted for skilled workmanship.
The report covers the October wedding of Carrie Dorsey Moore to Fayette C. Dorsey at a private ceremony in Jeffersonville, with reception details and a curbside meeting. It also includes a dispatch about Jacob Riis remarks on civic duty, plus a Piqua funeral notice for Charles Long and a Clermont County marriage of Alva Shumaker and Nellie Switzer.
The article notes a $296.35 transcribing expense approved at the county commissioners meeting and hints at campaign graft. It mentions Miss Miriam Clark starting a Physical Culture class at Jamieson’s Hall in Batavia on Friday October 30 at 8 30, with a ten lesson term costing $2 50. Clark is praised for eloquence and local fame.
At a Columbus meeting of Judges within the Fifth Judicial District John H. Parrott was unanimously elected presiding judge for the coming year. The duty includes assigning other district judges when a resident judge is disqualified. The selection, noted amid Clermont county age shortage cases hearings, is described as a high honor.
Mrs Helen Armstrong offers a free book of original recipes to housewives aiming for top kitchen results. The guide promotes uses of Karo corn syrup, which Armstrong endorses, with addresses to Corn Products Co New York or Chicago for requests.
The Otterbein Male Quartet announced for a Friday evening concert at City Wall Batavia under Interstate Lecture Bureau management. A reader and pianist Miss Blodie assists. Reserved seats 25 cents, pupils admitted for licenses. tickets at Nash's Pharmacy.
The Springfield Sun reports the elegant wedding of Clarence Rhoades once of Williamsburg and Musa Shuman of Springfield. The ceremony used Episcopal ring service with charming details. The couple planned a Chattanooga honeymoon after leaving by evening train. Mrs. Ella Fulton Tufts of Pittsburgh visits Goshen with Rev. G. M. Fulton. Mr. Tafta of The American Steel and Wire Co. is expected soon.
In St. John Kansas on October 20 Mr and Mrs Wm McBride and Jesse L Limes M D filed written affidavits with Notary George E Moore asserting Dodd s Kidney Pills cured their little boy from epileptic fits and semi paralysis after twenty seven seizures in one day and a rapid decline. The sworn statements bolster the claim and the case causes a neighborhood sensation.
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