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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1902
Page
2
The town awaits a fine concert by Mrs Emily Brooke Pinar at City Hall next Thursday. She is sister to Finley Brooke of the local Furniture Co. Citizens are urged to attend and support the event, as performers provide their own accommodations increasing costs.
If you anticipate giving a present to an absent friend or relative, a weekly newspaper gift for a year would be a very acceptable token. It serves as a regular reminder of your kindness each week throughout the year ahead.
A portrait of Attorney Michael G. Heintz of Cincinnati appears in The Republican last Saturday. He is a candidate for President of the Stamina Republican League, described as one of the strongest political organizations in the state, with expectations of a large majority victory.
Rev H G Smith of Lane Seminary will attend the Presbyterian Church next Sunday for the regular quarterly communion service, and will preach in the evening. He is a noted divine, and those who hear him will not miss a good treat.
A newspaper ad invites boys to earn money by selling the Saturday Evening Post published in Philadelphia. By sending for a free booklet with buying and selling methods, a diligent boy can work after school hours and potentially earn a considerable amount, or risk regretting missing the chance.
Hon Galusha A Grow of Pennsylvania has served in the lower house since 1851 and will soon retire at over 80. A cousin of Charles W Grow of our city, he makes his home with son in law Howard Kiefer. The Cincinnati Post featured his side portrait.
A seven year old boy, Earl Ashley, son of farmer Henry Ashley, was severely injured on Thanksgiving Day. While cleaning a gun barrel with a wiping stick, the load discharged, driving the ramrod into the pine ceiling. His right hand, especially the third finger, was badly mangled and amputated. Dr Bowles treated the wound as the boy’s sister sat nearby.
A Saturday afternoon gathering in the basement room of the Presbyterian Church featured Mrs Robertson president of the Presbyterial Society of the Cincinnati Presbytery. She spoke on the good work and future needs of the Christian women’s cause, followed by a local program and refreshments. A collection of 12.86 was taken, and the two hour event concluded with strong praise for the reception of Mrs Robertson.
The Christian Womans League 7th division presented a Thanksgiving night program in the packed Sunday Schoolroom. Leota Riser and Harold Tracy received enthusiastic soprano applause, Miss Jennie White impressed as Widow Sniggles, and the event raised $28.65 after serving refreshments to many attendees.
Wm Sykes died last Saturday afternoon at his Bright area home of consumption and was buried Monday at Gibson Cemetery after funeral services at the Presbyterian Church. He leaves a young wife who also suffers from consumption, a fate they faced together with stoic faith. Mrs Sykes sister Miss Daisy Turr is also sick with lung trouble.
The new Quincy Granite monument to late Peter Schoenling stands eight feet high and weighs over 15000 pounds in Glen Haven Cemetery. Superintendent James Wilson praises its beauty and the grounds, a pride for the cemetery. It was crafted by Hueebart & Henn of Lawrenceburg Monumental and Marble Works.
Whitewater Lodge No. 200 K of P elected officers including C C Mackenzie as Chief Commander and Walter Hartpence as M W. Other posts filled were John Weilemann Vice Commander J T Penny Prelate and F W Schindler Keeper of Records and Seals among others. Walter Hartpence was also named Trustee and Fred Rupp as Janitor with J T Penny named Representative to G L. Alternate F Jackman selected.
In the H. H. S. L. Society program, the resolution that the Navy advanced U.S. interests more than the Army was voted down two to one. A letter from Henry C. Menefee in Harriman, Tenn., was read. Officers chosen include President William Mortashed, Vice President Fannie Long, Secretary Edna Huffman, Treasurer Ralph Ross, and Critic Zetta Huber.
At the regular meeting of the I O O F Lodge officers were elected P G E Kiefer N G Ed Loos R David Dick L 8 David Smith V G Wam Swift R S J Fischer L 8 Chas Bartle P Sec Dr Wm Kuhlmann R See J Little Treas E E Campbell Trustee Ed Brinkman Custodian J Huber sr Warden Harvey White
John Stokes aged 52 died of dropsy last Tuesday evening at 4 o clock, leaving a wife and six children. He was a son of Mahlon Stokes. Undertaker Bark had charge of the burial.
Preparations are under way by the Christian Church Sunday School for a Christmas Eve cantata at City Hall with the title to be announced next week.
Christine Hartpene offers water color paintings for sale at Fistier's studio in Ott. The exhibition features a selection of landscape and floral works reflecting her signature soft tones and atmospheric light.
Rev. S. B. Trumans, pastor, will preach Sabbath morning at 10 30 on The Philosophy of Satisfaction with evening services at 7. The Epworth League will have full charge of the evening program.
Harrison Building and Deposit Company demands settlement by December 9 1902. Unpaid accounts to go to the company attorney. Auctioneer George A Biddinger to conduct a public sale December 17 at 9 am at his residence near Starplown Franklin County. Sale includes farming stock, crops, wagons, farm implements, household furniture and lunch. Maggie Jacobs proprietor.
Mrs Maggie Pairs daughter, formerly Mrs D Ivy Freeland, returns home on a visit. Epworth League supper poorly attended due to bad weather. Miss Laura Miler to Cincinnati for shopping and holiday goods. Miss Carrie Schlemmer very sick. Pearl and Myrtle Benton with friends enjoyed a gathering at Mr and Mrs Fries last Friday evening.
Mrs Lucinda Sortman died Tuesday at 3 a m at 104 Forrest Avenue Lindenwald after two weeks of illness. Born February 9 1844 near Venice she lived in Hamilton over 30 years earning many friends. A devout Universalist, she was active in the church and deeply esteemed. Funeral at 1 p m Thursday from her home with Rev Martha Bartle officiating. Interment Greenwood.
The St John Catholic Church ladies hosted a City Hall dinner on Thanksgiving Day with abundant tables and generous raffle sales. Numerous patrons bought combination tickets and prizes ranged from a gold headed cane won by Comrad Brickner to tokens like a ladies ring won by Everett Tanner and an oriental rug won by Carrie Eng. Others included a fountain pen for Carrie Myer and a center piece for Clara, with several more prizes listed among attendees.
Harrison and Logan townships schedule a second institute at Dearborn Hall in Harrison on Saturday December 13. The program includes lectures on Systematic Methodology and Dickens as an Educator presented by Mr. Martin Roll McClure Lutz Nead Swales with Louis E Roudebush as secretary inviting public.
A weather note warns of sudden cold spells and possible illness at home. The ad promotes One Minute Cough Cure by H Wise of Madison Street, claiming it treats coughs colds influenza bronchitis pneumonia and throat and lung issues.
A note recalls that old veterans should use Geo B Tebbs to fill pension vouchers. A J Scott of New Haven arrived on the Big Four to Cincinnati, entered the train, and found a large envelope of valuable papers missing. A local wedding tale praises Mrs M K Jenkins millinery for a fashionable wedding hat.
Sam Barrow offers a $5 prize for the best written description of the holiday display. The aim is to engage children and brighten their minds whether they win or not. Barrow commends the education value and generosity of the fundraiser.
The Advance Club met with Mr. B. E. Hartpence on Friday afternoon. Mrs. Bert Webb presented History of the Drama, Miss Jessie Smith read Carlyle's Shakespeare, and Mr. R. Bowlby with Miss Pearl Hollowell offered Bacon and Jonson papers. A Shakespeare music scene by several members, aided by Misses Gray and Bauer, plus guest observers Mrs. Walter Hartpence and Mrs. J. A. Matsenbsugh of Hamilton, concluded the afternoon.
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great South American Kidney Cure. Remarkable promptness in easing pain in kidneys bladder and back for both men and women. Relieves retention of water almost immediately. Sold by J. P. Marvin Harrisburg.
Farm of 144 acres with a six room house and good barn 40 by 60 feet a sheep house 30 by 40 feet water and fruit trees. Located half a mile north of Logan Corners. Easy terms. Gero A Biddinger real estate agent Milby Stephens also handles painting and papering services.
December 1 1902 report notes the marriage of William Reiley and Lizze M Cullough the previous Wednesday. Cincinnati streetcar conductor Tom Rieley visited family. Plum pesch and Keifer pear blossoms promising if warm weather persists. Trustee Frank Barber visited the local school. George Martin and Sam Rudiell families spent Thanksgiving in Cincinnati city. John Gasser ill with typhoid fever. Mrs Widan of New Trenton stayed with her parents over Thanksgiving. Anthony Back Sr bought a new feed mill.
An old advertisement urges early action against consumption. It likens disease to a weed, claims lungs strengthen with treatment, and endorses Scott's Emulsion along with fresh air rest and hearty eating as the best approach. The message stresses early acknowledgment and consistent use, warning against delays or denial of illness.
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