Democratic convention erupts in circus style clash at Batavia
A Batavia county meeting devolved into farce as Stump Williams and Cline clashed over delegates to the State convention. Dan Murphy, chairing, led a pro Murphy ballot selecting seven delegates amid sharp remarks and factional shouting. The scene drew in Sheriff Speidel and local figures, with Republicans looking on as the Williams machine fractures.
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Sandusky
Joen
Dick Stump
Stump
Williams
Horace Rice
Galen Cline
William
Dan Murphy
Cline
Murphy
Stamp
Nichols
W. A. Canter
F. M. Elisberry
E. H. Thiery
James McKeever
H. A. Rice
Nelson Cramer
John Davis
D. W. Murphy
W. F. Roudebusch
Louis Buerkle
Mel Buckingham
George M. Hibbetts
Canter
Cline-Stump-Williams
Charley Mitler
Sheriff Speidel
Batavia
Dhosen
Old Bank Officers Longest Serving Cashiers Noted
The Wilmington Journal cites Ohio bank history with C C Nichols of Wilmington and J Fielding Dial of Batavia as long serving cashiers. It highlights Dial’s 84 years continuous work since 1868, his punctual routine, and local fame, while M Jamieson heads Batavia’s oldest bank presidency with 34 years in office and 37 years continuous service.
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Wilmington Journal
National Bank
Enquirer
Shelby
Hhis
Ohio
Wilmington
C.C. Nichols
First National Bank
Nichols
Batavia
J. Fielding Dial
North Star
M.E. Church
Dial
Batavia Bank
M. Jamieson
William McGrew
Presbyterian Church
Ile
Clermont
Thomas Snields
KR. W. Clarke
Fitch Brothers
Commissioners Debate Prisoner Haircut and Salary Bill
In the Auditor's Office during a commissioners meeting Mesars Sutton Wood and Pursell review two bills. They cut a prisoner hairdressing bill to thirty cents and approve a $2000 advance on salary after rejecting itemization concerns.
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Mesars
Sutton
Wood
Pursell
Moyer
Dimmitt
Williams
J. W. Manning
Suutton
Parcell
Biddy Manning
Manning
LuTron
Eveland Inducted as Miami Township Treasurer in 400000 Bond
George Eveland of Miami township, newly elected Republican treasurer, filed a 400000 bond and was inducted into office by predecessor A. J. Allen. Books checked by Daniel Hillen and Max Moore. $76869.75 shown in treasury. Cook of Milford Bank assisted. Other notes include bond certification and successor details for Commissioner George Wyatt.
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George Eveland
Miami Township
Eveland
A. J. Allen
Daniel Hillen
Max Moore
Corret
Cook
Milford Bank
P. K. Applegate
W.W. Brock, Jr
W. B. Eveland
J.D. Wakefield
W. A. Joseph
W. W. Brock, Sr
Gee
E. Printy
J. D. Sorrell
D. K. McDonald
Treasury
George Wyatt
Marion Pursell
Where Is It Aimed At Davis Judgment and Tax Probes
The column questions the fate of a $1 640 40 judgment against John W Davis and bondsmen not yet credited to the treasury It accuses Auditor H P Williams of paying himself and criticizes the county administration The piece calls for reform and accountability in local finances.
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Williams
Tobacco Trust
Treasury
Clermont County
Jess
Eveland
Newby
John W. Davis
Milford woman dies in despondent act age 83
In Milford Mrs. Ella Wiley aged 83 killed herself with a razor in a despondent state. Coroner Hillen found dementia from heavy family cares. She leaves three children, youngest three weeks old. Nellie C. Hoover of Milford died from hemorrhage after premature childbirth. She leaves a husband and six children. Verdit of coroner confirms facts.
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Ella Wiley
Cincinnati
Hillen
Nellie C. Hoover
Milford
Place
Missing shepherd dog Jeff and family seek return
The Hulick family reports the disappearance of their handsome light tan shepherd dog named Jeff. Described as gentle and skilled at catching balls, he often played with local youths. A reward is offered for information leading to his recovery. The notice ends with an unrelated advertisement for Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets.
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Hulick
Jeff
Visitors Beat Batavians In Batavia Baseball Clash
Washington Court House boys defeated Batavia 4 to 0 in a game noted for Batavia’s strong fielding and Washington batting by Snow and Fisch. Irwin pitched well for Washington and Apgar made noted three fingertip catches. Fetter and Dustin also starred in defense while Pullam’s one handed catch preserved the win. Batavia to host Edenton on September 6. Roudebush and Dustin linked with Georgetown earlier this week. Pastor Fellows of Portsmouth found guilty on church trial for unministerial conduct. Foley's Kidney Cure advertised by Dr. John Bunn & Son.
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Washington Court House
Washington
Batavia
Snow
Fisch
D. H. Irwin
Apgar
Griffith
Dustin
Fetter
Pullam
Edenton
Fellows
Portsmouth
Foley
John Bunn & Son
Multiple cases and judgments from local court docket
A docket listing several civil actions and judgments including A. J. Allen treasurer versus J. Marshall Smedes et al with a 266.01 tax judgment, Benjamin H. Anderson vs Cincinnati Georgetown Portsmouth Railroad Company, Wm. T. Harms against Cincinnati Street Railway on bill of exceptions, Milford B. L. Company versus Thomas T. and Henry L. Heath with 7584.95 judgment, C P Witham versus Suburban Traction Company injunction, new cases David Gibbs vs Elizabeth Stevens and others for partition, State v Conrad Haufbauer peace warrant, bond requirement of 100 dollars, Cornelia L. Edwards v Frank Douglas Edwards divorce and non‑support, Bethel residence, and C P Witham v Suburban Traction Company restraint against entry.
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A. J. Allen
Ve. J. Marshall Smedes
Benjamin H. Anderson
Cincinnati, Georgetown & Portsmouth Railroad Company
Wm. T. Harms
Cincinnati Street Railway Company
Milford B. & L. Company
Thomas T
Henry L. Heath
C. P. Witham
The
Suburban Traction Company
David Gibbs
Elizabeth Stevens
Conrad Haufbauer
Caroline Ward
Loveland
Common Pleas Court
Cornelia L. Edwards
Frank Douglas Edwards
Bethel
C.P. Witham
John B. Martin
Et al
Local Figures Named in Various Court or Community Notices
Howard A. Drake 28 farmer of Loveland and Sallie A. McMullen of Goshen listed among several pairs. Squire Drake and John Leever 20 machinist of Hamilton with Rose N Irwin of Manila appear. E A Lockwood 47 editor Batavia and Josephine Zimmer Batavia. Rev J H Lock wood Elbridge G Ricker 1 student Glen Rose with Estella Virginia Hill 19 Glen Kate. Rev J H Lockwood Wm J Weir 28 teamster New Richmond with Daisy B Black 20 New Richmond. Rev Enyart. Foley’s Honey and Tar advertised for throat troubles with Dr. John Bunn & Son Batavia. The six thousand dollar annual Auditor mention ends the note.
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Howard A. Drake
Farmer
Loveland
Sallie A. McMullen
Goshen
Squire Drake
John Leever
Hamilton
Rose N
Irwin
Manila
E. A. Lockwood
Batavia
Josephine Zimmer
J. H. Lockwood
Elbridge G. Ricker
Glen Rose
Estella
Virginia Hill
Glen Kate
Wm. J. Weir
Teamster
New Richmond
Daisy B. Black
Enyart
Comrades Gather for 59th Reunion at Georgetown
The 59th comrades and friends hold their annual reunion on the first Saturday in October the 4th. Georgetown residents host guests from Brown county, many veterans of the blue that defended the north and upheld the government. Georgetown is reachable by rail on the C G P, by river via Ripley or Higginsport, or by turnpike, an enjoyable ride with early filing of light carriages. The piece forecasts one of the largest reunions in history.
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Georgetown
Brown County
Ripley
Higginsport
Dinner theft at Bantam fair shocks local crowd
At the Bantam fair last week, a thief stole Mrs. Frank Miley’s prepared dinner for her guests. The act drew scorn as a refined thief showed taste yet acted without excuse. Some arrests were reportedly made.
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Frank Miley
Batavia Baseball Game Called Off After Telephone Notice
A game between Batavia's home team and Mt Wheliegram was canceled by telephone at the scheduled start. The notice caused disappointment among locals. Mrs Sherman Stewart of Crosstown Bar reportedly attempted suicide with carbene during a personal crisis but was saved. she remains in critical condition.
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Batavia
Mt. Wheliegram
Aurus
Sherman Stewart
Crosstown
Coloring oleomargarine under law sparks dispute
Makers of oleomargarine oppose a ruling on coloring methods. The law bans adulteration, but proponents argue that browning the nail to obtain a bright ivory color is not adulteration and may be allowed.
Seeing Things Outdoors in the Ladies' Home Journal
A September issue feature by Dr. S. C. Schmucker titled Seeing Things Outdoors appears in the Ladies' Home Journal. The article admires nature study and notes several earlier Journal pieces cited among its best eleven numbers.
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Ealber
The
Ladies’ Home Journal
S. C. Schmucker
Trolley Line Project From Yam Branch To Batavia Nears Completion
The proposed trolley line from Yam Branch to Batavia looks set to become reality. All preliminary steps are settled, papers filed, and only the depot site donation remains. Expected cost about one hundred dollars. concessions likely, work to begin soon.
Western Star to Publish Centenpxs in Lebanon
The Western Star announces a venture to publish 2 centenary pages in Lebanon with a fine office, skilled printers, and a bright editor. The item highlights the newspaper’s capability to produce attractive results using its machinery and staff.
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Lebanon
Pia m8 Journal
Star
Stp
Bethel Rail Work Advances and Local Injury Report
The trass line along Obio Pike nears completion with graded road bed and high speed potential. Bethel streets receive cross ties as workers fill gaps and prepare for near level tracks. Robert Reynolds suffers a serious head injury after a horse accident. he remains unconscious then stabilized by Dr. Vandorn and may recover if complications do not arise.
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Obio Pike
Sugar Tree Je
Mense
Bethel
Robert Reynolds
Soma
Alan
Lockwood and Miss Zimmise Wed at Rev J H Lockwood Home
E A Lockwood and Miss Josie Zimmise married at noon on Thursday August 2 at Rev J H Lockwood’s residence in Cincinnati. The groom’s father officiated. few intimate friends attended as the couple planned a visit to Cleveland before returning to their home on Broadway.
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E. A. Lockwood
Josie Zimmise
J. H. Lockwood
Jincinnati
Lockwood
Wits
Rite Clermont Sun
Sam
Williamsburg
Cleveland
Sam Broadway
Hos
Haat
7th Ohio Cavalry Reunion to Be Held in Manchester
The 7th Ohio Cavalry Association plans its annual reunion in Manchester Adams Court on Thursday October 16. Rev E O Guerrant D D a Presbyterian minister in Kentucky will deliver the oration. he served as a Confederate cavalry captain under General John Ki Dose gan. Members their spouses children and grandchildren are invited along with widows and orphans of former comrades. For details contact Theodore F Allen president Calvary Association.
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7Th Ohio Saa Iy
Manchester
Adams Court
E. O. Guerrant
Gospel of the Presbyterian Bar A
Kentucky
John Ki. Dosegan
7Th Cavalry
Osth
Theodore F. Allen
The
Calvary Association
Batavia Home-Comers Join Fishing Party In Batavia
A social group from Batavia gathered Friday for a fishing party with relatives Miss Celia Lundregan and Miss Louise Spellacy visiting from Lima. The outing included luncheon and chatter as they enjoyed the day despite the heat. Local host John Kline and Fred Kline coordinated the event at the Kilne Photo Engraving Company locale with family members present. Charley Nash visited his aunt and kin in Batavia for a recent reunion with friends and relatives from the area.
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Fred Kline
Roune House
Batavia
Wwe
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Farmer Jones
Commissioner Wood
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H. P. Williams
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