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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1907
Page
2
A message wishes readers a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and urges the marshal or mayor to ensure order at City Hall entertainments this Friday and Saturday evenings. It notes complaints about whistling yelling and stamping by boys causing attendance dips at pub lic shows and concerts.
The fleet will sail from Hampton Roads to San Francisco and may proceed toward the Japan Sea and Manila in the Philippine Islands. If no disaster occurs, the nation hopes the voyage ends with a flawless arrival and a demonstration of a strong navy.
Harry Kennedy of Cleves employed at Addyston pipe foundry reported to Central Police that he was robbed of 6 dollars by a girl named Pearl Smith in Mrs Brown's rooming house at 612 ty street. Officers Womacks Hill Thiedick and Bradshaw raided the place and Pearl Smith with four other women were arrested. Pearl Smith was held on suspicion and the others charged with loitering.
The Sons of Veterans Camp and the Three Link Club of this place stage the charming drama Confidential Clerk on Friday and Saturday evenings in Guy Hall. Local talent stars in the production, with admission at 25 cents and advance reserved seats free at West Side Drug Store.
Indiana game wardens toured border counties to enforce hunting bans. Several violators faced Justices of the Peace with penalties including 36 dollars for a quail and 46 dollars for two quails. One man paid 36 dollars for possessing a squirrel.
Leopold Markbreit, newly elected mayor, appoints Scott Small as his private secretary. Small, a Harrison boy and journalist, brings broad experience and broad friendship in Cincinnati. The appointment is seen as beneficial to the mayoral administration as it begins the new year.
Clarence Lapish aged 33 years 11 days died at the home of his stepfather Frank Crets after a long illness. He passed away at 66 o'clock last Sunday evening. Funeral time had not yet been set when we went to press.
Keen interest centers on Lew Wallace's Tale of the Christ staged in Cincinnati during New Year's Week. Klaw and Erlanger present a grand Ben Hur production with elaborate mechanical effects including the chariot race galley sinking star of Bethlehem and Mount Olives vision. Performances run Monday December 30 with matinees New Year’s Day and Saturday. seats on sale December 26 from 60 cents to $2.00.
An 19th century style health note explains hair structure and decay causes. Fevers fright and heat injure capillary bulbs leading to gray or brittle hair and potential baldness. It touts the Electric Vibrator as a superior remedy to nourish roots, restore coloring matter, soften the scalp, remove dandruff, and renew hair vitality gradually.
The Hamilton County Divorce Court, before Judge D. D. Woodmansee, refused a decree for George K Weiss and Katherine M Weiss of Harrison. The aged couple, married 1860 and parents to 16 children, faced a long trial amid many relatives. No cruelty or neglect by the wife was found. the judge advised reconciliation or alimony arrangements to be settled, with the decree left open for now.
A brief note suggests gifting a one year subscription for an absent relative or friend, priced at one dollar, as a suitable Christmas or New Year present. The comment frames the idea as appropriate and acceptable for holiday observers.
Nicholas Long of New Albany Indiana arrived Monday to spend Christmas with his son Reverend M G Long. He is a veteran of the Civil War and served in the 29th Ohio Infantry.
Heavy rain last Sunday kept many from viewing the Passion Play shown by Crystal Amusement Co. at City Hall. The exhibition impressed patrons with the high quality of animated pictures, produced in France, and manager Mr Holton earns credit for presenting the best available.
Merchants showcase attractive Christmas displays this week, unmatched in beauty and appeal, drawing many visitors who praise the festive display and spirit.
The ad touts the Electric Vibrator as a cure for scalp disease and dandruff, claiming it cleanses, nourishes hair roots, and prevents baldness. It also promotes electric face massage services and scalp treatments with inexpensive prices, by B F Clayton at Ane Palace Barber Show Harrison, Ohio.
A visit to Briest and Viel reveals a well displayed selection of dry goods and groceries. Their merchandise equals what is shown in the largest city stores, promising a favorable impression to shoppers.
The Township Trustees will meet in the Township room at City Hall in Harrison Ohio at 6 o clock p m Monday December 30 1907. All persons with bills against the Township are asked to present them at this meeting. Dr M Yeager Township Clerk.
Worth $25.00 in Wichita Kansas on December 18 1907 the Hartperce Upright Curtain Stretcher proves a success and its wife would not do without it. Otto WEISS offers prec ise fix for eligible customers.
Bertha Kalich headlines Harrison Grey Fiske’s Marta of the Lowlands at Cincinnati’s Lyric theater for New Year’s week. The cast portrays Castalane peasants amid naturalistic settings, with strong sentiment, pathos, and symbolic drama that aims to grip and thrill audiences.
Kiewuck's Cole and Johnson the two emperors of Darktown comedy present a musical farce titled Five Shoo Kig Regiment at the Heuck Opera House for New Year's week. The performance promises up-to-date specialties bright sayings melodies and Ethiopian fun with African voices harmonizing charm.
Columbia presents the immensaphone the largest movable musical instrument with ten musicians. Julie Herne and her company perform Between the Acts a witty sketch. The Sunny South act features ten performers with plantation songs and dances. Other acts include Shean and Warren the Four Arconis Willy Zimmerman Ferrero Subers and the kinodrome with new moving pictures.
Grocery and meat market with good business and prime location listed for 450 dollars. Inquire of A. G. Tebbs at 206 E 4th street, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Lyceum presents The Little Heroes of the Streets and a scenic production by Vance and Sullivan during New Year week. The story is described as very interesting with a thrilling theme and sensational climaxes, featuring clever specialties and impressive effects to enthuse audiences.
George W. Rife presents the Oriental Cozy Corner Girls for the New Year at the People's Theatre performing burlesques clever sketches up-to-date songs and vaudeville. The company numbers near forty comedians offering lively entertainment and amusement for patrons.
The Probate Court of Hamilton County Ohio has qualified Frank Bowles as administrator of the estate of Robert A Walker late of Hamilton County Ohio deceased. Creditors must present their claims promptly and those indebted must settle immediately for allowance.
A farmer warns that all trespassers on his property three miles north of Harrison will face full legal action under the law. The notice emphasizes strict enforcement and personal property rights.
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