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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1905
Page
2
The Harrison News lists Walter Hartpence as editor and proprietor with subscription options of one three months six months and one year. It notes weekly Wednesday printing, second class post office entry, and a demand to settle overdue or debt on subscription by marking the paper or wrapper.
A heavy electric storm visited our town on Monday bringing torrential rain and vivid lightning. Thunder rolled in fierce bursts, creating a scene of dramatic grandeur that captured residents’ attention and left streets slick and glistening.
Local citizens raised 88.80 for Decoration Day expenses, with 5.00 from the Sons of Veterans. The G. A. R. Post treasury, though small, will be tapped to cover costs. In neighboring towns, residents donate about four times as much as our community.
The piece praises the town’s beautified streets with shade trees shrubs and abundant garden flowers and truck. It notes occasional stray dogs or cats but says such trifles do not worry residents.
Jacob E. Cormany died last Monday afternoon at his Harrison Avenue home in Cincinnati. The News editor was a valued friend and a man endowed with many excellent qualities. A citizen who upheld the positions he held, a good husband and a faithful father. Farewell Jake, gone to eternal rest.
A Sioux City council in Iowa weighs an ordinance to ban women from wearing long sweeping skirt trains on sidewalks and streets. Proponents claim trains carry disease germs and filth into homes. They urge passage and nationwide adoption, suggesting Harrison may fit the measure.
Supt. T. P. Pierce has arranged the 25th commencement at City Hall on Thursday evening June 15. Invitations will be issued from the News office. The graduating class includes Alma Huber, Mary E. Kolb, Alice Crets, Eileen J. Klemm, Estella F. Kirk, Alice Weidman, Alice Frederick, Adah Hollowell, Walter E. McGowan, and William Mortashed.
A middle aged woman arrived last Thursday night drunk and business like a drummer with notions to sell. After quarrels at the livery stable and a heated scene, the marshal placed her in the calaboose for the night. She was released the next day with ten minutes to depart, and she left town in seven.
Greensburg Indiana May 25 report notes Enochsburg in Franklin County on the south border with a Catholic Church school house and shops. Seven days a week beer and whisky sold. A county tax of 100 is now demanded, triggering dealer exits and license draws. Beer now five cents a glass whisky ten cents. Sunday trade remains brisk across liquor and goods.
Heavy rain did not spoil City Hall services on Decoration Day as Rev S B Timmons delivered an enthusiastic address. Dr J C Kilgour, a Confederate veteran, bridged Union and Confederate soldiers, Miss Corinne Yeager sang tenderly, and the program closed with a march to cemeteries and bouquets for fallen heroes.
The speaker muses that even if Decoration Day were rescheduled the forecast would still be rainy. The remark hints at recurring wet weather on the holiday with a touch of sarcasm about changing dates. No specific people or places are named.
A city hall concert last Friday for M. E. Church funds drew a good crowd. The hour long program featured Mrs. W F Robertson daughter of Rev W K Brown in standout recitations and a mostly classical musical lineup including Elizabeth Shaw Buzzi and Miss Bessie Thomas. Applause was hearty and orderly, with performers meeting the audience after.
Julia A. Grubbs, 70, obtained divorce from Hamilton A. Grubbs, 75, near Bright in Lawrenceburg. Judge Geo E Downey ordered $2,000 alimony. The couple, once school sweethearts, have lived in the same house for years but apart since a quarrel over twenty years ago. They have six children and have kept no spoken word at meals, aided only by their children. The family separated. the mother plans to travel west with a daughter.
The body of Rev. J M Land was moved from Centerville Indiana to the Tebbs home. A large Centerville Christian Church service followed by a Thursday home funeral honored the departed minister. Pallbearers included G F Hillman Amos Clawson Bent Cottingham T B McCafferty John T Penny Walter Hartpence. Burial occurred in Glen Haven Cemetery.
J M Land son of John and Nancy Land born September 8 1834 died May 26 1905 aged 70 years 7 months 18 days He and his family joined Liberty Church near Madison Ind His calling as a Gospel ambassador was honored He married Charlotte Heaton January 25 1866 and Anna Keen October 24 1872 He left one son Clendus E who died 1891 and several children from his two marriages The last pastorate at Newhope closed his long ministry with many postings across Indiana and Ohio
Mayor Bowles expresses strong urgency to curb vandalism and property destruction by hoodlums. He asserts conviction hinges on solid evidence and urges vigilance to protect private property.
Mr. A L Rich is credited for the electric light plant improvements including forty enclosed arc lights by June 10 and a new incandesc ent system later in the month. The 24 hour service and meter system will apply, with wiring standards from the Underwriters Association, providing cheap power and aiming to prevent fire losses.
A memorial tribute by John Campbell Post No 204 G A R honors Parmenas Corson who died May 28 1905 after a lingering illness. The tribute lauds his plain, honest, industrious character and kind nature, noting his sincere smile and quiet strength. Committee members Avu gust Harmon L D McGowan J P Marvin express wish for a sunset as sweet and peaceful as his.
About thirty five members of our G A R Post attended memorial services in the Christian Church at Bright on Sunday afternoon. The church was crowded with flags and bunting, the program lasting about an hour, featuring a mixed choir under Mrs Chas Megrew and readings, prayers, and songs that left attendees impressed. The gathering celebrated patriotism with a union service and strong, respectful tribute to the fallen.
The Grand Jury has not yet reported on the case of Dr. Bauer versus Dr. Grubbs and the anticipated finding remains conjecture. Grand Juries typically proceed slowly, leaving the public to await their decision.
Per Carson of Okeana died last Sunday morning from dropsy and was buried in the New London cemetery. Funeral services were held in Okeana with many G A R Post members attending and taking part in the ritual. He leaves a wife and several grown children.
A fine big boy baby arrived at Ed Loos's home near Rockdale last Sunday with Dr Bowles in attendance. Hamilton, married to Miss Degma-Land, works for the Newcastle Tribune and is noted for steady business sense and strong social character.
An advertising snippet touts Rocky Mountain Tea as the choice for a pretty face and ideal features with a dreamy line about a wedding trip across the sea. The brief promotes F de Rosy cheeks and lovely hair, attributed to 035 C. Huser.
Wanted by Chicago many. Trustworthiness and familiarity with local territory as assistant in branch office. Salary 18 weekly. Permanent position. No investment required. Business established. Previous experience not essential. Address Manager Branches 323 Dearborn St Chicago.
D L Gregory of Hope Texas reports quick cure from a bad sore using Bucklin's Arica Salve priced at 95 cents. The product is advertised as effective for cuts burns ulcers fever sores and sore eyes in the same notice.
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