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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1907
Page
2
Subscriptions are payable in advance with options for one copy for three months six months or one year. The paper is printed each Wednesday and entered as second class at Harrison. An X on the margin or wrapper shows time is near expiry or debt. please settle. Walter Hartpence. Thursday August 22 1907. Volume AXXVIII No. 43.
Business among our merchants is a little quiet at present, which gives them a chance to clean up and get ready for the rush that will be on in the fall.
Citizens are urged to avoid shopping out of town and instead support local merchants who help fund town taxes and contribute to the community in multiple ways.
Thos F Shay a leading criminal lawyer and partner of Thos J Cogan died last Monday evening in Lombardy Building from heart trouble. He was a stout man, fond of good living, and was 54 years old at his death.
Ed Corson and Frank Yeager were playing in an alley at Frank's livery stable when a ball struck a large show window at John Fischer's Shoe Store, breaking it near the top. Replacement cost was $65.00, and Corson pledged payment.
Lee Francis Lybarger a prominent Philadelphia lawyer draws large crowds at the Miami Valley Chautauqua with lectures and round-table talks. His broad knowledge and engaging delivery delight attendees, reflecting his reputation as a gifted speaker and commentator on current events.
The Gravel Road Laws allow a petition by fifty or more freeholders and voters in any township to compel a County Commissioners election on building or improving a public highway. If approved, town bonds may be issued and a road constructed, potentially linking west Harrison to Dover. Dearborn county towns and townships are already seeking such elections.
The Lawrenceburg Fair drew large daily crowds with successful races and exhibits of farm and factory products. Premiums totaled a sizable sum as stock owners competed and expert judges praised top thoroughbreds. A rider was seriously injured when his horse fell and Roy Taylor was killed by a balloon pole mishap during a balloon ascent.
John Rechenbach died early Tuesday morning from a stomach ailment after falling ill at Joe Bevis store hours earlier. He was a devoted husband and father, 40 years old, with a wife and three children Ernest Mrs. Harry Burk and Adah. Funeral at German Protestant Church with Rev J Frederick conducting. Undertaker Slete to supervise interment.
John K. Owens, obsessed with Bonnie Tucker wife of Cincinnati man Frank Tucker, died by self inflicted death recently. Bonnie Tucker allegedly attempted suicide with granide. The pair visited Harrison and Cincinnati last April 24 dining at the Central as Mr. and Mrs Owens with nine year old Harry Tucker in their care.
The wife of Dr. Hal Arnold died at her mother's home in Cincinnati on the 12th after kidney illness. She had lived in Chicago with her husband since last December, returned to her childhood home four weeks before death, and left a six year old daughter Thelma to be cared for by her grandfather Zera Arnold and Miss Genevieve. Funeral held at Spring Grove Chapel with Rev Nightingale officiating. interment by Gilligan. Dr Arnold resumed practice in Chicago.
Lawrenceburg records report Col J N Wallingford died suddenly at his home on High street at midnight Tuesday from heart failure. He sat with his wife and friends until 10:30 p m in his usual health. Born near Maysville Kentucky he served in the 10th Kentucky Cavalry in the Civil War later moving to Greensburg Indiana where he worked in the revenue department under Major Cravens A E Nowlin and Mr Neal He was 68 years old.
Buffalo Bill and his riders tour the nation after four years in Europe. The Battle of Summit Springs with over a hundred Indians features prominently, alongside the Great Train Hold Up and other western spectacles led by Col. William F Cody.
A compact notice emphasizes timely payment of dues to the News. It urges readers to settle obligations promptly, reflecting a period voice and civic duty. The message centers on responsibility and dues alignment for ongoing publication.
The regular minister will lead a 10 30 a m service with a strong plea for member attendance in the morning. A twilight service is scheduled for 7 p m part of the church’s weekly schedule.
The pastor will preach at both morning and evening services next Sunday. Attendance is hoped to be full as this is the lead up to Conference. No Lord's Supper is to be celebrated at the morning service.
The Men's Auxiliary of the Christian Church invites all men over seven to an evening meeting on Tuesday the 27th inst. Rev. W. G. Johnson of Lawrenceburg will lecture on A White Life for Two. Attendees will be entertained and informed by the talk and discussion.
Harrison News presents a CHILDREN'S LETTER urging young readers to value kindness and gentle acts. The piece recalls childhood, a mother's guidance, and the robin's dawn songs as a moral lesson. It urges observation of nature, humane treatment of animals, and daily actions rooted in humility, patience, and sweetness for a life devoted to good.
Tickets sold for an event labeled all Aan Encampment Ss A with return limits Sept 17 1907 extendable to Oct 6 1907 for a small fee. For rates and tickets call on Agents Big Four Route or contact H Reihn Gy Pe A G. P. O. 34 Cincinnati.
Edward Israel was granted a license last week as an optometrist by the Clerk of Dearborn county under a law passed last winter by the Indiana Legislature.
An old favorite arrives at the Lyceum with a matinee on Sunday August 25. The Detective explores occult mysteries and Indian Princes with American detectives amid alluring topics. A live lion den, sprightly chorus, and a newsboys quartet highlight the production.
Heuck's presents a major melodramatic sensation on Sunday August 25 with the strong B. E. Forrester company and lavish scenic production. The Theodore Kremer play 4A Fighting Chance unfolds in New York with a daring shoplifter and Pinkerton battles, offering sharp comedy amid dramatic climaxes and featuring twenty five artists.
Auction of household goods at 1 p.m. Thursday August 22 at the seller's residence two doors south of Brunst and Viel's grocery. W R Hartpence conducts the sale from the implied local address and date in a small town notice.
W. H. Wie, secretary of the Charles S. Hayes Post, reports a recent Cleves entertainment managed by W. Hartpence cleared more than 22 dollars. The event reflects well on the post’s fundraising efforts and community support.
Tom Miner brings The Bohemians to the People's Theatre for a week starting August 25 with a star lineup. Dive Marion and Barney Gerard wrote the libretto and songs for a clever comedy, featuring Andy Gardner and Patsey Bolivar as host. The act promises elaborate scenery costumes and new electrical effects unseen in burlesque.
A brief ad asserts that applying Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil eases a baby's croup within minutes, claiming magical effectiveness. Bold marketing language emphasizes instant action and relief for young children.
Beginning next Sunday evening M G Long of the Christian Church will lead a revival at the Braysville school house with the Christian Endeavor Society assisting by conducting the Gospel singing each night. The community is invited to attend and participate in this special Gospel effort.
A collection of testimonials from women across various states praising Zoa-Phora for menstrual pain leucorrhea and other female health troubles. Spanning ages and locations the letters claim relief from cramps headaches and fatigue with promises of restored health and strength. Each bottle is sold for one dollar with a booklet offering advice to readers.
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