Sketch Dictated 1902 Batavia reminiscence and pioneer tales
A long reminiscence recounts Batavia's early settlement from 1814 1818 with Geo Ely David C. Asing it traces log homes roads and the Clermont era. It notes schools churches hotels and prominent locals while reflecting on faith memory and the old stone church enduring as a pioneer monument.
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India
Batavia
Geo. Ely
David C
Via
New York
Vitavia
John Spring
John W
Mary Robin
Teresa Zimmerman
Neert
Parus
Nancy Everheart
Baa
U Son House
Yy Aman
Chiceshter
Johnnie Hill
Mary Anne
Robert de Batavia
Alexander
Hamise
Torrence
Israel Colby
Clermont Courier
Old Presbyterian Church
Henry Ward Beecher
George
Balloon Burst Fire Draws Scare at Lucasville Fair
At the Lucasville fair a balloon ascent by Rogers ended in flame at about 800 feet. He cut loose his parachute and landed safely as the burning bag plummeted, destroying the craft and thrilling spectators.
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Adams County
Lucasville Fair
Rogers
O. K
State G. A. R. Grand Encampment in Detroit
The 48th grand encampment of the State G. A. R. opened in Detroit with extensive arrangements for the visiting comrades. Attendance declines yearly due to aging veterans over 70, led by Cincinnati’s Dr. Blodgett as commander designate and a delegation from Clermont and Brown counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Blodgett
Cincinnati
Clermont
Brown County
Republican Ticket Nominated in August Primary
The Republican ticket showcases strong, widely known candidates across Clermont county for judge, common pleas, congress, state senate, assembly, sheriff, auditor, treasurer, recorder, engineer, prosecutor, and coroner. Voters urged to back the ticket top to bottom to straighten state affairs and reduce Cox appointees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
Beijing
Peter F. Swing
Court of Appeals
William A. Joseph
Clermont County
Common Pleas
Joseph
Bishop
Charles C. Kearns
Congress
Tibball
H. L. Britton
General Assembly
Harry
Cole
B. F. Swing
Bert
Tate Township
Old Tate
B. F
T. G. Foster
Williamsburg
Foster
C K. Ansteadt
Batavia Township
EB. W. Patchell
Stonelick
William 8. Shane
Goshen
Ann
Tragedy Among Youths In Pike County
Two brothers aged 4 and 6 were playing with a neglected loaded musket. The older boy fired, hitting the younger in the chest and stomach, killing him instantly. The incident serves as a warning to remove shells from guns before storage and to supervise firearm safety.
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Pike County
Humphrey
Owensville Names New School Superintendent
Prof. Robert Fagley of Bethel is hired to fill the vacancy created by Prof. Patterson’s resignation. Patterson becomes superintendent of Clermont county’s Southern District. Fagley comes highly recommended and Owensville locals congratulate themselves on securing his services.
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Robert Fagley
Bethel
Owensville
Patterson
Clermont County
Virginia Gelvin's eighth birthday party
Little Virginia Gelvin entertained 27 children last Monday to celebrate her eighth birthday. The cake bore eight candles, refreshments were served, and several nice presents were received.
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Virginia Gelvin
District teacher meetings announced for September
Notice to teachers lists district meetings in three areas with township groupings. Northern district includes Wayne Goshen Jackson and Stonelick meeting September 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Newtonville. Central district covers Batavia Amelia Batavia Pierce and Union meeting September 12 at 1:00 p.m. in Amelia. Southern district serves Washington Franklin Monroe meeting September 12 at 1:30 p.m. in Moscow.
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Wayne, Goshen
Jackson
Central
Batavia
Amelia
Pierce
Union Townships
N. B.S. Heidlebaugh
Southern
Washington, Franklin
Monroe Townships
Moscow
BE. H. Pattison
Emery Wheel Bursts At Carrol Jamieson Shop Batavia
E S Vickroy injured as a 12 inch emery wheel bursts in the Carrol Jamieson Machine Shop in Batavia last Friday. Vickroy, a painter and grinder, escaped serious harm by standing aside. he suffered a badly cut thumb and is recovering. The accident underscores rare but possible wheel defects.
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Carrol-Jamieson
Batavia
E. S. Vickroy
Vickroy
Farm Woman's Club Hosts Bread-Making Program
Mrs. W. E. Innis hosted the Woman's Country Club No. 50 at Tod's Run with topics on Bread-making and Physical Care led by Mrs. Harry Parnell. Papers by Mrs. John Foster Mrs. G. M. Keach and a home hints segment filled the program with music by Miss Bertha Innis. Next gathering will be at Mrs. G. M. Keach's Mt Crab Pike home led by Mrs. A. R. Brown.
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W. E. Innis
Tod’s Run
Woman’s Country Club
Harry Parnell
John Foster
G. M. Keach
Bertha Innis
Mt. Crab Pike
A. R. Brown
J. B
Examiner Appointed To Fill School Vacancy
The county school board in Batavia elected Supt Borders to fill the examiner vacancy created by B T Davie’s term ending. Borders, a young, well qualified candidate, was chosen unanimously after reviewing several applicants. The board adjourned to reconvene on the superintendent’s call.
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B. T. Davie
Batavia
Aultman
Fulton
Supt. Borders
New Richmond
Train Service Arrangements for Batavia Chautauqua Patrons
The Batavia Chautauqua committee arranged a 10:06 PM car from Batavia C G and P station each evening for Amelia and nearby areas. The service serves all patrons and assists in securing season tickets for the outing.
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Batavia Chautauqua
Batavia
Bolender and Shinkle Families Hold Feedsburg Reunion
Bolender and Shinkle families gathered at Feesburg last Saturday for their annual reunion with many relatives and friends. A program of music and recitations entertained attendees and a large noon spread was served on big tables for all to enjoy.
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Bolender
Feesburg
Campers Along Little Miami Report Stolen Items
Thieves entered unoccupied camps along the Little Miami River last week and stole what was available before fleeing. Authorities consider installing an automatic gun to deter future break ins in the absence of campers.
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Little
Miami
Storm Strikes Ironton Killing Boys and Damaging Buildings
Four Ironton youths sought shelter in a shanty boat during a storm. Lightning killed three and left the fourth unconscious, with necks broken. The same storm damaged the courthouse roof and the Ironton News building, and swept across a wide area.
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Ironton
Ironton News
Successful Clermont County Farm Field Meeting Impresses State Experts
At the Clermont County Experimental Farm Field Meeting on August 17 a crowd of 140 to 150 gathered to hear R. B. Cruikshank of Ohio State University discuss the possibilities of horticulture in Ohio and C. C. Hayden of the Experiment Station speak on Some Elements of Success in Dairying. Each talk held the audience for about 45 minutes and the day was deemed very profitable.
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Clermont County
R. B. Cruikshank
Ohi State University
Ohio
C. C. Hayden
Milford Girl Attempts Suicide With Carbolic Acid
Blanche Walker of Milford who has been staying in Wilmington last week tried to take her own life by swallowing carbolic acid after learning of her lover's visit with another girl at the Washington fair. A physician pumped the poison from her stomach and she remains in serious condition with poor prospects for recovery.
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Blanche Walker
Milford
Wilmington
Washington Fair
Walker
Presen
Royals and Brothers Attend Williamsburg Lodge Evening
The Batavia Odd Fellows number 35 attended the Williamsburg lodge on Tuesday night, August 25, to confer the first degree. They performed the ritual in fine style in new uniforms, with visitors and locals noting a delightful evening as refreshments followed the ceremony.
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Batavia
Odd Fellows
Williamsburg
Batavia Chautauqua Opens September 5 In Big Tent
The Batavia Chautauqua arrangements are finished for a September 5 opening. A tented program seating 1,200 includes a top line lineup and invites all to attend all sessions.
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Batavia
Annual Straw Ride for Sunday Schools
The children of the M. E. and Presbyterian Sunday schools enjoyed their annual straw ride Tuesday afternoon. They traveled to Olive Branch and to M. F. Ross's where lunch was provided, then returned home. The event was a delightful, memorable outing for all attendees.
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M. E
Presbyterian Sunday Schools
Olive Branch
M. F. Ross's
First Regiment Officers Train at Georgetown Target Practice
The First Regiment held a two day shoot at Georgetown with Captain Bechtel and Lt. J. B. Scott of company K participating. Reported records suggest the range ranks among the state’s best, with Camp Perry noted as the top site.
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Georgetown
Camp Perry
Bechtel
J. B. Scott
G A R Encampment at Highland Park Thursday
The County G A R Encampment will be held at Highland Park tomorrow Thursday. All comrades and families are invited to attend and enjoy a planned program. The Olive Branch M E Church will serve a chicken dinner, and attendees are urged to patronize.
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Highland Park
Olive Branch
M. EB
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Dennison
Dollie
Dollie Dennison
Batavia Woman’s Club
G. A. BR
Board of County Commissioners
Anstead
Patchell
Shane
L. M. Rogers
Chas. H. Sipes
Washington Township
Edward Edwards
Miami Township
Edwards
W. H. Hartman
Jackson Township
Goroner
A. D. Spence
Farm Woman's Club
U. K
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