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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1894
Page
2
The readable fragments show a weekly newspaper note printed on Wednesdays. It references an associate auditor, a subscription price of 1.50, and mail routing through Harricon post office, with unclear dates and numbers. The rest of the text is garbled.
Margin note indicates time is up or overdue and requests payment owed to Walter Hartpenmce. The line cites volume XXVI and a facing note about the debtor’s status. The fragmentary text suggests a legal or financial notice printed on a newspaper wrapper or margin.
Thursday December 13 1894 readers are urged to prepare for the holiday surge as the Lookout Supplement plans to showcase large and handsome columns used by merchants expecting brisk business during the season.
Whitewater township held a local option on Tuesday and Miami went dry by 21, while Eliza Bethtown saw an 8 vote margin. The results indicate shifts in alcohol policy intersecting multiple communities and dates in the local election.
Work on the new foundry progresses rapidly as Messrs Martin and Garths mobilize crews to full strength, accelerating construction and excavation work to meet ambitious production timelines.
The paper plans to issue two thousand extra copies during the holidays and will extend this benefit to advertisers at no additional cost, expanding reach without added charges.
The City Hall lights have been upgraded by the Council Committee, with thanks extended to Messrs Shroyer and Grobts for the improvement. Church services this week are notable under Father Moeller, as attendance grows and talk of enlargement arises amid the parish’s 92 celebrations.
A vague, garbled line suggests someone claims a new service will be available in a room and that waiting incurs no trouble. It also implies a person will always give notice, though the statement lacks clear details or identifiable entities.
James A. Graft states that every effort will be exerted by oe saght and Power Gains in any quantity requested.
A reflection suggests audiences connect better with spontaneous delivery than a polished manuscript. The piece argues that a vibrant, improvised address often engages listeners more effectively. It emphasizes the value of natural pace and clear voice in public speaking.
A troubled report notes Susie Hey, age 20, died by suicide Wednesday afternoon near the Miami river after an alleged incident with a man named Arnold. The piece also references Passover bread prepared by Robert G. Frederick and a planned court fight over property taxes amid anticipated tensions. It praises Joseph P. Byere of the Apollo Quartet as a notable local figure and hints at a Harrison appearance on the 22nd with warm expectations.
A column recounts a 1880s Elizabethtown saloon raid by Reg. Ben. Rice on Barris, a local option vote, and a wary town. It then shifts to a public letter by EF Goodwin in Harrison detailing professional conflicts with Dr. Grubbs and rival dentist S. D. Hockman, defending his practice and urging charity.
During the revival at the Christian Church in Harrison the past week, Freer delivered sound and convincing sermons on religious duty centered on Christ. Prof. J. E. Hawes led stirring songs that moved many to tears. Sunday night drew a crowded house with several new converts, and local Christians praise the deep religious spirit uplifting the community.
Citizens survey shows strong opposition to a town clock on City Hall. Critics say the corporation cannot afford a five or six hundred dollar timepiece and question the expenditure.
Rev. Srl R Hicks presents an Almanac for 1895, a 84 page practical guide priced at 25 cents, included as a premium with Word and Works subscriptions. The publication covers science religion and social topics, urging readers to subscribe at 1.00 per year and order from Word and Works Publishing Co., St. Louis.
Obituary notice from Harrigon Lodge 1018 records the death of W. H. Cone on December 6, 1894. It expresses sympathy for his widow and family and resolves to record the resolutions in the Lodge Journal and Harrison News, noting Cone as a faithful member and respected citizen.
Advertising copy proclaims a salve that cures cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands and more with a money back guarantee. Sold by Resor Barrow. Price 25 cents per box. o 26 45
Mr P Wetmore of San Angela Texas endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a perfect cure for babies with colic or dysentery. He keeps a bottle at home and on trips. Resor Barrow druggists sell the remedy.
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