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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription options of one copy for three months six months and one year with payments due in advance. It states the paper is printed weekly on Wednesdays and entered at the Harrison post office as second class matter.
A brief notice from Walter Hartpence warns readers that a mark on the paper margin or wrapper signals time expiration or debt on subscription and urges settlement. The fragment mentions Vol. Aral is and ends with genes.
A preacher suggests a sermon titled The Old People How to Treat Them. It urges respect for elders and warns against mockery by both youth and adults, promoting kindness toward aging community members.
Indianapolis January 27 The Indiana & Ohio Traction Company of Brookville was incorporated today to build an electric line from Brookville Indiana to Cincinnati with capital stock of 100000 George M Shirk holds ninety six shares and the directors are George M Shirk A M Tucker J C Shirk G E Dennett and E W Showalter all of Brookville
Rev C M Johnston has preached to strong audiences at the Presbyterian Church as he visits for possible call. He has made many friends but no decision yet, as the church aims to secure a pastor who meets the high standard of the congregation.
The revival at the Christian Church has drawn strong attendance each evening. Mr Buckley delivers sermons with Mr Humphrey leading singing. Twenty two have joined the church. many appear almost persuaded. Music and sermons make the meetings enjoyable. The week’s topics include Someone at the Door, The Obedient Captain, Opportunity and Failure, and Where Will You Spend Eternity. Continuous services through Sunday.
The Commercial Tribune highlights Maltby Hornaday offer on the Gold Hill Mine, urging careful study by investors. It notes the mine’s rich scope near Gold Hill, with 90 percent of key Kinodike gold from the four mile radius, and identifies Indianapolis and Indiana owners, represented locally by Maltby Hornaday, new to Cincinnati brokerage but billing the proposition as the largest mining offering yet.
The National Starch salesman William Lemon faces a second alimony bid from wife Addie B Lemon who seeks $20 weekly, arguing his improved earnings and loss of mortgage duties. The 1891 judgment set $10 weekly, with wages garnished, while Lemon cited supporting his infirm mother and a $150 monthly salary. A Memphis court hears the petition as attorney A M Warner represents Mrs Lemon, and the notice also praises J Converse’s appointment as D B Loveman secretary credit man after F J Converse’s resignation.
Survey says an electric railway from Brookville via Mt Carmel Scipio Venice and Georgetown may start soon. Subscriptions total $70,000 from $1,000 shares, sufficient to build the line, with payment due after completion. Earl Hooven of the C L A Electric Railway will inspect the route to Mt Carmel for a line from here, avoiding Johnsons Fork and steep grades.
Andrew M. Willoughby has resigned as Greensburg Indiana mayor to take charge of the local post office. He is praised for his untiring efforts and character and will receive congratulations from many friends.
D C Hunt of Cincinnati will assume the role of Chief Electrician and Engineer at the Licht and Water plant starting February 1. Weeks and Wise remain in their posts. John Harkes, a ten year veteran, has resigned to take a few months rest. Management aims to retain skilled personnel on the line and at the power house.
The Odd Fellows and Fraternity Abekah Lodge announce a complimentary lunch next Wednesday evening for participants in the recent lodge benefit entertainment and for new members. The event will be in the lodge room and is expected to be a notable social occasion.
The Harrison Building and Deposit Co last week declared another dividend. It will pay 75 percent to stockholders and, it now appears, may be a dollar for dollar payout.
Among attendees at the Cincinnati Symphony concerts were Mr and Mrs Walter Hartpence, Mrs J F Tebbs, Mrs W E Taylor, Mrs Lee Cameron and Miss Dana Tebbs, Miss Pearl Hollowell, and Miss Lottie Jessup.
The notice highlights the Gold Hill Mining Co advertisement in this issue, noting former citizen J. P. Hornaday as an interested firm member, and suggesting local trust in the enterprise’s claims.
Last Tuesday evening Mr and Mrs Peter Hahn marked their wooden wedding at home on Walnut street. Friends attended including Mr and Mrs Wm Meyer Mr and Mrs Luke Stanford Mrs George Holden and family Mr and Mrs John Huber Mr and Mrs Henry Huber Mrs Kilgus Miss Marie Meyer Will Schriber and Mrs Maggie Labmanp and family.
A Sunday invitation by Rev. Wm. A. Ferguson of Manchester Presbyterian Church drew all local saloon keepers to the evening service. Their exact offering to the kitty is unknown, but they likely contributed generously.
The Advance Club met last Friday with Mrs. Robert Bowlby hosting. Members shared life incidents of Longfellow and Emerson, with Mrs. T. P. Pierce and Mrs. Dudley Wayne presenting sketches and readings. Mrs. James Dair read The Hanging of the Crane and Miss Jessie Smith performed The Slave's Dream.
A late Findley paper reports Ft. Wayne Traction Company secured the right of way for an electric road from Hamilton to Cincinnati via Venice Miamitown and Westwood with depots planned in Hamilton and Venice.
Last Friday evening at Pin Hook school house a social hosted by Miss Clara Biddinger offered oysters ice cream cakes and pies. The event cleared 18.35 toward buying a new school bell with the proceeds reported but the final total not stated.
Many children in the family show cas measles yet no deaths have occurred, as medical treatment proceeds. The report notes cautious progress and ongoing care under doctors.
The February Ladies Home Journal previews spring dress ideas. Thin sheer fabrics feature Vallenciennes lace touches and trimmed inserts, while white pique shirtwaists lead early spring wear. Spring suits in black, navy, brown, or Oxford gray cheviot offer versatility, with dressier smooth cloth alternatives. Skirts stay floor length, lined with perestine if silk is unaffordable. jackets are roomy for easy wear over various fabrics.
The article notes a lively spring election with candidate announcements to come. Officers to be elected include Mayor, Marshal, Clerk, three Councilmen, one Trustee, one Constable, and two Assessors. All current officers have performed well, and some may seek re election.
The Young Ladies of the Presbyterian Church will host a Spinsters Convention at City Hall on February 4. Mrs. M. Lehman sold her blacksmith shop to David Brehm. Her son Charley hopes to secure a position in Cincinnati. Rev. Owen Livengood is slated to attend the Christian Church revival later this week and perform cornet solos.
Local clerks promote sale bills while claiming lower prices than anywhere else. A social event at Mrs. T. D. Moore’s honored Miss Maud J. Silver of Bond Hill. Hollowell family buys property two doors west of the railroad depot from Harvey Allen. Rev. M. L. Buckley invited to Lawrenceburg for Teach ers' Association on the 8th to discuss Westminster Abbey. Joseph Binder welcomes a grandson born to daughter Mrs. Jacob Brehm, a gift celebrated by Mrs. Dr. Duncan.
Mr and Mrs T D Bebb of Buffalo Wyoming visit James Williamson family with a curious mad stone valued at 500 discovered by a Wyoming mountain guide when a deer carcass was examined It is porous sponge like and has never been used for its intended purpose The stone is for sale and may appeal to buyers in large cities
Daily readers learn Bucklen's Arnica Salve relieves pain from burns scalds cuts and bruises and treats ulcers fever sores eruptions rheum boils and corns warts and piles. Sold for 25 cents at West Side Drug Store.
Fine walnut bed room set with spring mattress offered at a very cheap price. Bargain for a quick buyer. Call or write to Benj Coprt at South State street Harrison Ohio.
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