Clermont County Republicans Convene With Vigorous Spirit
The Clermont county Republican convention gathered at the court house with large crowds and spirited speeches. Delegates selected Capt. T. M. Willis for Representative and a slate including Walter Simmons, Otis Dudley, and John Fishback, among others, for key offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County
Albert Taylor
Wm. Tribble
Ed Hansel
W. A. Garrison
George Taylor
J. Tone
John Mitchell
John Grimes
Orin Morris
Wm. Heater
T. M. Willis
Monroe Township
Walter 8. Simmons
Ohio Township
Otis Dudley
Williamsburg Township
B. Q. Crane
Batavia Township
John Fishback
Franklin Township
S. M. Fulton
L. M. Dawson
J.0. Rapp
Stonelick Township
Edward Petersen
Wil Hamsburg
Geo. H. Hill
Miami
William Smith
Tate
Batavia Couple Secretly Wed A Year Ago
The Batavia couple Florence Swing and Hartwell Cabell were married on September 10 1892 in Kentucky by a squire. They later returned home where Cabell practiced law in Cincinnati and now travel to the world’s fair. The Courier wishes them happiness.
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Courier
Batavia
Florence
Swing
Circuit Bench
Hartwell Cabell
Kentucky
Ready Razor fails to ease dyspepsia deep in despair
A Bethel youth, Rock Utrey, son of George B. Utrey, cut his throat last night hoping to end his dyspepsia driven misery. Rapid decline follows with no chance of recovery. A Durham bull near Portsmouth killed by a black snake attack, injuring a horse in the struggle. Louisville man Alfred Callns seeks divorce over his wife joining a strict purity sect. He seeks custody and his maiden name. Miss Jennie Hammond of Bellair marries a Turk in Midway Plaisance, likely limited Thanksgiving for her. Judge Moon in Tennessee rules progressive euchre a gambling device. Burglars enter Mrs. Sarah Brown’s Batavia residence, stealing about $40 in jewelry. Two tramps seen nearby suspected in the theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Utrey
George B. Utrey
Bethel
Portsmouth
Alfred Callns
Louisville
Jennie Hammond
Bellair
Midway Plaisance
Miss Hammond
Turk
Col
Alex. Hammond
Ohio
America
Judge Moon
Circuit Court
Tennessee
Church Fairy
Mra
Sarah Brown
Batavia
Tragic Fire Claims Knabb in Dry Run House
James Knabb, a farmer from Dry Run, after a domestic dispute and legal separation, burned his home and perished in the flames. Neighbors saw the blaze. his widow and children mourn his death as investigators identify the scene and note his troubled mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Knabb
Dry Run
Nine Mile
Local social notes and World’s Fair talk dominate week
Judge J. B. Swing and wife started for the world's fair on Saturday. Numerous Clermont relatives entertain and visit, with many Midwest residents traveling to the fair. A February marriage at Millville links Dr. H. E. McClelland of Lockland and Miss Orpha Kum ter. Hood's Sarsaparilla ad closes the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Swing
Simon Spellacy
Lima
Batavia
H. V. Kerr
Wellington
Kansas
Clermont
Abel S. Smith
Washington
M. F. McNutt
Williamsburg
George W. Wagerman
Mt. Holly
F. Jamieson
Iowa
R.L. Kerlin
Florence
Bertha
Delia Perkins
May
Agness Hall
Kate Murrell
George Murrell
Cincinnati
Charles W. Ehlers
Wm. Hubble
Adah Layman
Walnut Hills
W. O. Hulick
Frank Hulick
Portsmouth
Chicago
H. E. McClelland
Lockland
Orpha B. Kumter
Millville
Ohio
H. E. Neff
Dr. McClelland
Goshen
Dendetry
Batavia Brick Yard Showcases New Owner’s Early Triumphs
Harry Collins, new proprietor of Batavia brick yards, reports bricks rivaling Philadelphia pressed brick in smoothness and color. He cut coal use by 88 bushels per burn and halved burning time, with capacity at 20 000 per day and plans to double output by adding a press and larger engine. Local notes include cadetship for Huen K. Taylor, a rumored Batavia wedding, and a bulletin on school discipline reversal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Collins
Batavia
Philadelphia
Collins
Builders and Brokers. The Fair Promise of Democratic Hope
A Clermont County critique argues Democratic promises for federal appointments are empty, driven by pull and self interest. It lists hopefuls in New Richmond and elsewhere vying for posts such as postmaster, inspector, and mail duties, each promising deputies. The article foresees public discontent when vacancies are finally filled and officials award favors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont County
Ohio
Georgia
M.J.W. Holter
Batavia Township
W. R. Sinks
James R. Hicks
Pierce
Kirk Kennedy
Batavia
Louis Hicks
Clermont
Democratic Committee
New Richmond
Martin Thomas Fee
Dora Steelman
C. O. Ketcham
F. M. Pursell
Ketcham
B. A. Fitzpatrick
Ferryman Repels Prober With Shot Over Prowler at Smith's Landing
Fisherman Alex Case, a ferryman at Smith's Landing, fired on a prowler at two in the morning. The assailant was hit multiple times, captured, and held for trustees before a preliminary hearing. A nearby John boat with portable property was found. the prowler refused to identify himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Case
Smith’s Landing
Case
Trustees of
Franklin Township
Ohio House
Felicity
Town Hall
John Cat
Death by his own hand of William Cnge druggist of Newtown
The newspaper records the suicide of William Cnge a well known Newtown druggist who died last Sunday morning after spending his wealth on the races. The article also lists several local assign ments and a liquor vote in Union township with tallies. Additional notes mention Lizzie Innis returning to Milford teachers and a county voucher examination showing a cash balance of 46497 74.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Cnge
Newtown
Otis Dudley
O. K
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J. O. Tatman
B. J. ‘Ricker
Committee On Permanent Organization
Committee On Resolutions
BE. B. Holmes
D. G. Marsh
P. A. Hall
Jon. Clare
J. D. Jordan
Burlineas
Daniel Bohl
G. H. Willis
M. A. Leeds
Albert Gatch
Wm. Joseph
Samuel Hodges
Frank Boya
Robert Long
M. J. W. Holter
R. A. South
John Agorn
Ocounty Executive
G. Irwin
W. G. Swope
Chas, Hopkine
John A. Rist
Court Vandervort
Cabell
G. A. R. Matters
G. A. R. cSeen
Hoke Smith
J.D. B. Adams
Massachusetts
George R. Graham
Maryland
J. F. Leach
Louis Wagner
Pittsburg
Messrs. McDonough & Willing
Milford Bridge
Anson Wilson
McDonough & Willing
I. C. Page
M. E
M. E. Church
Huen K. Taylor
Wilmington
Hulick
Annapolis
RapprEs
Cleveland
Batavia School Board
Joseph Powell
Brown County
Georgetown
Boston
J. L. Moors
Cincinnati Tribune
Queen City
Builders and Brokers
Ises
Phil Emrich
Mato Street
Ninth
Cinccinati
Junelitis
D. D. Cheney
New Vienna
New Lexington
L. M. Davis
Sabina
A. N. Spahr
Greenville
J. P. Behults
New Carlisle
B. D. Hypes
South Charleston
L. 0
Union Township
South Precinct
North Precinct
Lizzie Innis
Milford
The
O. V.1
Boston Fair Grounds
Zed South
J.O Rapp
Owensville
Albert Staum
Winchester
Staum
R. H. Peterson
Leavitt Peterson
Peterson
Leavitt
West Loveland
L. W. Bishop
Gawtney
Institute For
C.C. 7
C. ©. Miller
Hamilton
L. D. Bonebrake
Mt. Vernon
M. G. Brumbaugh
Huntington
Pennsylvania
Geo
B. Bolenbaugh
W. Witham
D. L. Fitzpatrick
Fred B. Bishop
Messrs
Isaac and
John Stark
Boston and
Williamsburg Turnpike
Windsor
Kenyon Military Academy
Gampler Ohio
F. M. Fisher
Laurel
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