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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1886
Page
2
Classified ad rates for subscriptions and advertising at oOrFick No 8 State Street are shown, listing durations and prices per line for small and half column notices. The page notes post office handling and that items were entered as second-class matter on December 2, 1886 in Harrison.
A note warns readers that marks on paper margins or wrappers indicate time expiration or subscription dues. It urges timely service, signed by Walter Hartpence.
The editor Walter Hartpence instructs correspondents to write Manuscript on their envelopes for the News to classify items as third class matter at a rate of one cent per two ounces. The note outlines mail rating and contact.
J F Hershey, advance courier for the Wilberforce Concert Company, visited Tuesday and arranged the appearance of their renowned colored jubilee singers. A prominent Delaware K P, he impressed local residents with courtesy and charm as plans for holiday amusements were laid out.
The G A R Post announces a grand evening with Gen Tom Bennett as the featured speaker. A free bean supper will be served in Dearborn Hall after the lecture, promising an enjoyable time for all attendees.
The Harrison council earns broad approval for recent City Hall repairs. Residents urge adding enough chairs to seat about four hundred, noting current benches are used at gatherings. Officials are expected to act before the holiday entertainments begin.
Dr. W. H. Johnson died Thursday morning at his East Broadway home after long illness. Funeral held Saturday at the Christian Church with Elder J. M. Laud officiating. many friends and kinfolks attended. His four minor children were left behind as orphans. The G. A. R. Post honored him with pallbearers and the remains were taken to Miamitown for final interment.
Thanksgiving services at the Christian Church drew a large audience last Thursday. Elder L E Brown Rev Wm Carson and Rev C Jones spoke with the church choir performing well. Knights of Pythias members attended in a body and a collection for the poor of three churches raised fifteen dollars. The account lauds Harrison as patriotic and pure, noting good dinners and cheer through midnight.
Walter Hartpence, claiming to be a loyal ally of workers, denounces critics as liars and thieves. He asserts his long service as a Representative at Columbus, Typographical Union member, editor, day laborer, and citizen in support of wage earners. He challenges any rival to prove otherwise.
Last Thursday evening City Hall hosted an event by the Christian Church Mission Band. A large crowd filled the hall, many standing, as recitations songs and choruses pleased all ages. Mrs Sallie B Tebbs was thanked for arranging the program. receipts totaled 51 dollars 55 cents with expenses 14 dollars 5 cents leaving 37 dollars 50 cents for the band to fund a good cause.
The Rev R B Groves announced his resignation from the Church of Christ in Ionia after three years and three months, prompted by his wife’s ill health and the need to move near her father. The congregation expressed deep regret, praising his zeal and integrity, noting about two hundred converts during his tenure, and stating he will join the Hamilton Ohio church while well wishes from friends here go with him.
The Wilberforce Concert Company performed at Levering Hall to a receptive Mt Gilead crowd. Readings by Hallie Q Brown impressed listeners, elevating the event beyond the musical program which featured lively airs and slave melodies. The company’s celebrated reputation was reaffirmed by critics.
Bennett and Beans two hours of solid fun and all the beans you want unfold Thursday evening December 2 hosted by the G A R Post.
In open court Judge Huston heard Mrs. Reibel’s alimony petition alleging cruelty by her aged husband Mr. Reibel. She testified he refused necessities, threatened harm with an ax, and choked her while attempting to pack valuables. Daughter and sons supported her, but the case ended with no sustained alimony and a possible return offer.
Mary Sints visits home while Mary Creete and Maggie Crouse plan a Cincinnati winter. Ella Lemons returns to Braysville from New TRENTON. Edward Kriete and others from Moore’s Hill Cedar Grove Everton and Brookville attend a war concert. Miss Maude Cone visits Harrison friends. Cedar Grove priest dies and is buried. Mollie Linegar of Harrison visits Lib Seeley. Mr. and Mrs. Corbin visit Maggie Paris.
Forest Hill reports continued meetings in Ottwell with six new members and social notes. Thanksgiving visitation by Miss Nora Stander near Brookville, a forthcoming wedding, and wishes to H. B. and O. 8. Also mentions Dollie Brandenburg visiting relatives, church disruption by inebriated attendees, and a remark about Ed. Stone’s appearance since last Sunday.
E R Lake and George Hopping traveled to Cincinnati on Monday. Mrs W C Carter is very ill. Local witnesses attended Pfau Reibel case in Cincinnati. verdict favorable to many. Lake children attended a wedding near New Trenton Indiana. Ozro J Carter received beagle hounds from a New Haven friend. Few visitors Thanksgiving at Hunt's Grove. Albert Kendrick left for the west on p a q order. a local young lady near Bright Indiana laments. Another wedding planned at Hunt's Grove this year. Warren Steel of Braysville Indiana visited to discuss the West estate. D W Gwaltney spent Thanksgiving with Indiana friends. Subscribe to News town for holiday gift value. MUTE JR.
In Miamitown Ohio on November 29 1886 the dancing fraternity will meet next Saturday night. Miss Rachel McMean and Miss Mattie Johnson of Brough Ohio visited their brother last week. Ed and Clyde Thompson of Cincinnati called on friends here. Ollie Case of New Trenton Indiana appeared last Sunday. The M C B will serenade Lincoln Main Wednesday night. The Riebel divorce case concluded last week with Mrs. Riebel to return or receive nothing.
New Haven Ohio November 29 1886 report details a Christmas Eve Sunday school treat for M E. churchgoers and Thanksgiving socials. Mentions Miss Tillie French Miss Lola Duncan and Miss Mary Branch plus Measles illness in Cincinnati. Diphtheria death of a Wickards child and temperance society formation. An oyster supper by the Ladies Missionary Society raised 35 dollars for missions.
Mr Davidson as Hans convulsed the house with excellent acting and the entire performance earned praise. He will return at City Hall Friday evening December 10 with a strong supporting company.
Historical notice from November 12 1885 reports the marriage of Engebert Rebel and Lena Pfan in Harrison Ohio with church chimes, a grand wedding banquet, and celebrations at the McMakin place. Rebel, nearing seventy, owned three large farms and the bride brought maturity and experience. the couple had six children.
The Minstrels Troupe, with six end men, will crowd the City Hall crowd next Saturday night. The Cincinnati Enquirer notes the German Detective Company delighted the audience, which was crowded for the entertainment. The German Detective Company appears at City Hall Friday night, December 10.
Mrs Phoebe Johnson expresses heartfelt thanks to friends for kindness shown to her son Dr Johnson during his illness and for sympathy after his death. Special thanks to members of the G A R Post for their kindness at the obsequies.
Jos Frederick and Brothers distillers and dealers in pure rye whisky offer high cash prices for wheat corn oats and barley. Call and see them or selling.
Extraordinary sale of Boschee's German Syrup praised as safest remedy for coughs lung trouble and other severe conditions. Claims it treats cause not symptoms and restores health. Sold by druggists and dealers nationwide at 75 cents per large bottle.
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