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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1906
Page
2
Office Reawles Block on the second floor lists subscription terms for three months six months and one year with advance payment required. An X on the paper indicates expiration or debt. Walter Hartpence signs as editor in Harrison with Volume XXXVIL and Case No 42.
The article notes large battleships converging around the Philippine Islands and warns of potential direct confrontation with the United States if China and Japan escalate. It also reports four people linked to the Milwaukee Bank collapse have died by their own hand, with Paul O. Stensland at large and likely to be captured unless he also takes that fatal step.
Lon Walker, a director of the County Fair in Carthage this week, says the fair is better than previous years and draws large daily attendance. He notes strong local interest from the west end of the county and his efforts to boost community involvement.
The Lawrenceburg Fair next week promises to be the best yet with the Trac tion Railway providing excellent service. Local attractions in every department are assured, run by experienced managers who will ensure a successful event for the region.
A letter argues for a dog tax in Harrison to raise revenue for city costs. It proposes a minimum 50 cent annual tax per dog, noting 1000 dogs would yield exactly $500. The writer urges councilmen to consider the proposal to align with other towns and cities.
Emery Marion Garton died at his home in Cedar Rapids Iowa on June 1 1906. He was a son of Fred Sefton and grandson of Harrison Sefton leaving a wife and two children. A prominent Christian Church member and an active insurance agent he authored several works on the science of music and served as Vice President of the National Music Teachers Association.
Camps along the Whitewater River between here and Valley Junction bring steady revenue to local grocers who supply campers with plentiful victuals. In a few years a line of cottages may appear between here and the Junction, a development residents of Cincinnati have noted after discovering the river’s beauty and inviting spots along its banks.
A historical notice describes Paul O Stensland as former treasurer of the Milwaukee Bank Chicago and organizer of the local Water and Light plant in 1902. It alleges he defaulted on about a million dollars, was tainted by excesses, and rumored to be in Norway.
Campbell Corn Drill Co owners weigh moving both plants to the Eilers furniture factory site in West Harrison to be beside the railroad and reduce drayage costs. The West Harrison Council instructed its attorney to obtain a written proposal from the company for council review. Also note alert on late blight and rot of potatoes in Ohio, with spraying guidance and contact for bulletins from the Ohio Experiment Station in Wooster.
The Miami and Whitewater Valley Pioneer Association invites all to the 41st Annual Reunion at Whitewater Park on September 8. Committees prepared a robust program with notable orators and Easy travel arrangements by Big Four and Electric Railways. The News promises weekly updates on topics of interest and a large feast at minimal cost.
Paul O. Stens land has died by drowning in a lake near Mendota Wisconsin authorities report a self inflicted death. The incident occurred recently with local officials confirming the cause as suicide.
John H. Stoneking a grain merchant of Lawranceburg disappeared last Sunday and has not been heard from since his friends fear he is visiting kinfolks in Cincinnati or Indianapolis authorities urged to locate him. Harley White has also mysteriously disappeared from the burgh and is being sought by local residents.
Edward E. Drake, county treasurer of Elkhart Indiana, died by suicide last Monday after the loss of ten thousand dollars in county funds tied to the wrecking of the Indiana National Bank of Elkhart. The tragedy occurred as he shot himself through the brain, leaving officials to investigate the misappropriation and bank failure.
Mayor Frank Bowles spent last week at Put in Bay for the Ohio Bankers Association annual meeting. He enjoyed both the social and business aspects and returned convinced the time and money were well spent.
West Harrison Council hears a proposal to widen the sewer on Water street to prevent flooding of nearby lots. Special committee members Peter Stenger and John Weisemann report landowners strongly oppose adding water volume that could overflow onto their property, pledging to defend rights.
The Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church conducts revival meetings at Whitewater Park school house for ten days. Attendance has been large with crowds outside and windows filled. Up to Tuesday night there was one accession, but several more on the brink of accepting. The meeting likely ends next Saturday night, possibly tonight.
In Jimaison Indiana on August 13 1906 residents report visits among neighbors. Paul and Bertha Kaiser spent Wednesday with Clara and Otto Reneck while Grace Biddle spent Monday with Mrs Oliver Grubbs. The Bright Sunday School picnic drew $73 in receipts.
Bowlby family members from the United States and Canada will hold their annual reunion August 19 and 20 at Greenwood Park near Indianapolis. About 500 members are expected. National president Capt. 8S. L. Bowlby of LaCrosse Wisconsin heads the arrangements with a committee including Wil son Bowlby Sherman Texas Will M. Bowlby St. Louis Missouri J Q Bowlby Astoria Oregon Capt. George W. Bowlby Harrison Ohio and others. Four generations from Shelby county will attend, led by Dennis Bowlby and his son Andrew C Bowlby with grandson William and great grandson Maurice J Bowlby. George W Bowlby has driven strong local support for the event.
The Lawrenceburg fair presents a busy schedule with 9 30 a m cattle and stock events 1 30 p m trot 2 50 paces half mile run and specials. The association touts great expense for the year claiming a more complete program than any fair. Guests of the Calico Bass Club last weekend included Fred Erlewein Richard Lee Geo Schmutz and others with many fish reportedly escaping.
At its meeting last Friday night the School Board lent the treasury balance to Citizens Bank at a bid of 2.4 percent. The National's bid stood at 2.15 percent.
Rev. S. C. Bates and wife depart tomorrow for Greenfield Indiana to visit relatives over the Sabbath then spend a week at Winona Lake for the Bible Conference They announce no morning preaching at the Presbyterian Church with John L Dorst of Cincinnati preaching in the evening Dr Bates plans to return for regular services August 26
The Catholic Knights of America held a Monday and Tuesday convention last week in Toledo to reelect Peter Ebertz as treasurer. Unanimous, it was a case of the office seeking the man as he attended as a delegate. Ebertz toured Toledo by auto, then sailed to Put-in-Bay, visited Perry cave, and viewed a large wine cellar. Robt. G. Frederick accompanied him. both called the trip among their pleasantest experiences.
John McClure and daughters visited his brother William in New Haven. A social at S. McClure’s home featured a musical program and remarks by Rev. Zimmerman. 126 attended. Rev. Zimmerman and wife left for the Brookville conference August 15 to 19. Martin Sater of New Baltimore is a delegate. Sabbath Schools plan to attend next Saturday’s Okeana celebration.
Last Tuesday morning a large barn on William Sawyers farm near New Haven burned completely. The blaze, believed to start in a straw pile, consumed a binder, corn drill, and 300 bushels of wheat. Sawyer was away delivering produce when the fire occurred.
Tidy archival note lists T. P. Kane as deputy and acting comptroller of the currency with a reference code 646, indicating a official position in federal financial oversight.
A rumor spread of a young woman at Dair’s Distillery attempting suicide by strangulation. An intervening man from Poverty’s Row stopped her, and she reportedly moved along to an alley near Fred Fischer’s house before jumping a fence. The original account states she tied her necktie on the railroad track opposite the distillery and returned home unconscious.
Last Saturday at Chester Park drew 40,9000 visitors, a season high in ten years. The Chester op era season nears its close with Pauline Hall in Dorcas and Grace Cameron in The Telephone Girl. The park hosts free vaudeville, a busy bathing beach, and other attractions through September. Fifth and Main or Sixth and Walnut access, five cents to gates.
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