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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1905
Page
2
A local postal notice marks Harrison as the point of entry and indicates second class matter mailing status for the item. The entry confirms processing through the Harrison post office.
The new National Bank is largely approved with most stock subscribed, signaling strong backing for the project. Officials anticipate progress toward opening as funding solidifies and plans proceed.
The 87 year old widow Mrs Amanda Gants of Miami Town died last Monday. She was buried Tuesday at 2 p m with Rev Zimmerman of New Haven officiating. Undertaker Fred Durr had charge of the interment.
Announcement states that detached tickets will no longer be accepted and riders must buy a Straight single or a ten-trip ticket. The policy shift burdens casual riders but eases business sellers of singles, seen as a welcome relief by merchants.
Joe Meyer brought his mother home from the hospital last Sunday and reports she is entirely cured, has gained weight, and is cheerful. The patient realized her condition during treatment and now has the gratifying assurance of a permanent cure, with many warm friends glad to know.
Mrs Frank Kocher of Harrison Ohio who vanished weeks ago is located in a private Cincinnati sanitarium. Family members released the news to calm public fear over possible self harm but did not names the sanitarium or the reason for the transfer.
City Hall hosts a joint performance by the Queen City Concert and Vaudeville Company and Danheiser's Orchestra. The two acts unite for the first time, promising a full program despite higher prices. managers say expenses are high though patrons will get value.
The death of William Ritchie occurred at his home last Sunday in Hamilton, leaving a widow and one son Oscar. A respected businessman and church worker, he and his wife were members of the Ohio Board of Managers at the Chicago World's Fair, where they met. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at 1:30 from his residence.
Our congratulations go to David R. Merrill and Mrs Abbie Keen Miner who were married last Saturday and are living on North State Street.
A party of young men rented an upper room in the Willette building on Water street and transformed it into a gymnasium. The town has long needed such a facility, and the organizers deserve credit for their initiative.
Our esteemed friend Capt. Joseph Cilly was here last Friday on private business and gave us a very pleasant call. The Captain is hale and hearty and enjoys life in a charming way, not only to himself but those around him.
George and John Roth, Cincinnati pork packers, visited last Sunday to remodel property for a first class meat store. Billie Rosenfelder may become a partner, bringing familiarity and an established trade. The venture will offer fresh and cured meats and operate a wagon.
Snow Lodge 1938 F and A M held its annual election on Saturday evening the 9th inst. Results: W M F Bowles, S W John L Absidan, J W A S Gainés, Treas J P Marvin, Sec D B Dick, S D W H Kuhlmann, J D H B Hawk, Tyler E A Hough.
Fifty years ago Christmas eve Lew Hart arrived in Harrison to learn the trade in Al Ross's blacksmith shop after being chosen by Billy Mc Cafferty the Ohio conductor. Hart proved faithful, made many friends, and entertained as a comical impersonator while serving in the 6th Ohio.
Capt W R Houston known as the old reliable and stockholder Geo P Bassett of Albaugh Nursery and Orchard Co visit this section every winter and spring. They are quartered at the Central Hotel where they can be seen. The company supplies fruit trees and shrubs to farmers, with no need for further praise.
At the Round Table meeting Tuesday evening, members decided to host a prominent lecturer this winter. Edw. Israel offers what is described as the prettiest stock ever seen in Harrison.
A fine line of pipes suitable as a holiday gift for a gentleman friend husband or brother is advertised at very low prices. A box of cigars packaged in 50 or 100 lots would be an ideal addition. From John Knepfle.
Venice Indiana December 6 1905 reports Thanksgiving activities at Prof T S Pottengers and an Industrial Ladies supper Union activities. Miss Schulk to give piano recital at M E Church Rev Hughes preached at Presbyterian Church and Rev Gade to follow. Brownis Butterfield suffers sore upper lip from cow bite. William Love family visited Bath Indiana. Venice Building Assoc president T Shroyer notes Hamilton loans exceeding 5000 with many more applications.
Jimison Indiana December 11 1905 residents note a series of social events and work tasks. Edward Kolb and Oscar Fox come from New Haven for Sarah Keller funeral. Otto Renck and Walter Schaich visit Georgetown Ridge. Ana Howard visits Clara Renck. Jas Mullen slaughters four hogs and a beef. Nic Gale of Harrison logs timber on the Mullen farm. Fred Kolb returns from Illinois after two years away. Paul Rechenbach recovers from a sprained ankle. Fox brothers haul stone for Marvin's Run protection. John Kolb hauls lumber to build a barn. Mrs Chas Gimpel of New Haven visits her parents. Henry Kolb and wife visit John Kolb's family. Wm Kaiser on sick list. Clara Renck visits Maggie Losekamp. Flora Einsel visits Schaich and Renck's. Oscar Fox husks corn at New Haven then returns home. Chas Rechenbach visits Lawrence Schaich.
Martin W. B. Ashby reports his brother Mat Ashby died the evening before in Creston Iowa after a brief illness leaving a wife and six children. He was 20 when he left Iowa in 1857 and lived there 48 years. Mat served four years in the 16th Illinois Regiment during the Civil War and later was County Surveyor and Chief Clerk in the County Treasurer's office. A member of G A R K of P and Odd Fellows and active in the Christian Church at Creston, he was praised as an upright citizen and defender of his country who has gone to rest in the undiscovered country.
An old timey ad style piece notes Israel’s show window full of Xmas gifts for all ages. It advertises Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and consumption with a testimonial from Rev O D Moore of Haversville New York about severe coughing and relief after use. Trial bottle offered free with purchase.
Regular meeting notes from December 7 1905 show Mayor Bowles presiding as council orders a new roof on the Park engine house. A Jefferson street opening request is referred to the solicitor, and several bills and claims including police services and janitorial costs are discussed. Damages in a horse collision are settled for 65 dollars, and invitations are sent to review Lamoniel’s furniture factory prospects. Adjournment set for January 1 1906.
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