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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1905
Page
2
Notice appears in the margin warning subscribers that their time is up or overdue. The message is signed by Walter Hartpence, referencing volume AXXVI, issue 32.
Old veterans marching on Decoration Day in Harrison are urged to be prepared for heavy rain with mackintosh rubbers umbrellas celluloid collars and a steel chest protector to stay dry during the wet weather forecast.
The note asks customers to submit printing orders early in the week. It promotes new material and long experience, claiming the ability to deliver the finest and most satisfactory work with moderate prices. It warns against gouging or misrepresenting.
The old 6th O V I Guthrie Greys will hold their annual reunion on the 18th inst at Coney Island. These gatherings are well attended and those present have a good time. Thanks to the committee for the special invitation. we will endeavor to be present.
Children’s Day will be observed at the Christian Church next Sunday morning during the Sunday School hour with a good program in the evening. Rev. A. Mc Gain will speak. He has toured the world and is well acquainted with mission work, promising a grand treat.
John T White visited from New Iberia Ta to attend the funeral of his mother Mary A White whose death is listed elsewhere. White, editor at Iberia Enterprise, is a G A R veteran famed for his long New Iberia farm near Archie Young who has a large, contented family.
By invitation of Prof A J Gantvoort Cincinnati College of Music editor of the News and his wife attended a testimonial for Carl Gantvoort Monday night at the Grand Opera House. They stayed overnight at the Gantvoorts Norwood home. The concert was highly praised and Carl is expected to study in Europe soon, with family and friends confident he will become a notable operatic figure.
A dam built Saturday night across the old hydraulic bed south of the culvert near Rinners and Marvin's Runs aimed to shield the Water Works from flood. The Big Four Road, after A L Rich's orders, had it removed. A potential suit for damages against the Hamilton County Commissioners is under consideration by the Big Four and Water Works. Also: Mrs. Mary A. White, 92, died at her daughter’s home in Cincinnati after a long life marked by faith and service. eight children survive, with funeral conducted by Rev. L D McGowan and songs by the Davison choir.
A letter from W H Blodgett of Metamora Indiana outlines a plan to erect a great hydraulic power plant using the old Whitewater canal bed for generation and distribution of electricity. Metamora may host the plant, with thirteen miles of canal power from Laurel to Brookville deemed highly valuable for industrial use.
A traveler recounts a long rail journey from the east to the west, detailing wreck delays near Chi and a nine Pullman train to Los Angeles. The letter lists sights including the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, the Royal Gorge, Grand Canyon of the Rio Grande, Glenwood Springs, Hell's Gate, the Utah salt desert, Salt Lake City, and Ogden. It notes wild scenery, snow and altitude, and a late arrival into Portland two days behind schedule.
Maria Johnson administratrix of John H Nickles filed suit Saturday against Samuel Becker for 5000 dollars damages alleging Becker caused Nickles death by giving large quantities of whisky on February 15 and inducing him to drink Nickles was a newsboy with a stand on Seventh street near Becker in Seventh and Vine streets The case recalls Becker and the whisky seller being prosecuted in Police court The Nickles family history is noted and the lawsuit is described as hoped to succeed
A Sunday early morning blast narrowly failed to wreck a freight train by blowing the culvert above Harrison. Citizens blame threat-filled floods on an inadequate culvert and demand a trestle to divert runoff into the Whitewater river. Railroad officials vow to prosecute the would-be bombers.
The Knights of Pythias Lodge will observe Decoration Day next Sunday. Members with flowers should bring them to the hall to help honor those who have passed. The Knights assemble at 1 PM to lay flowers in a display of friendship akin to Damon and Pythias.
Nan Patterson’s stage career ended last Saturday in Altoona Pennsylvania after harsh press criticism and public shunning. She returned home and will wait for the theatre uproar with Ceasar Young to fade from public memory.
The Grand Jury will not publish its final report until July first and the case of Dr. O W Grubbs against Dr C F Bauer charging him with shooting at him with intent to kill maim or wound may remain undisclosed until next month.
Dr. Scott made twelve calls for services last Saturday, showing strong confidence in his ability. He studies disease in all forms, adopts top methods suggested by authorities, and prides himself on producing results, rapidly growing a large, lucrative practice.
The Township Trustees met last Saturday to transact routine business. The board divides its workload so each member oversees a specific territory, ensuring necessary tasks are completed properly.
City Hall drew a full Sunday crowd for a WCTU gathering framed as a temperance event though it served as a floral distribution for the ill and flowerless. Cincinnati ladies attended with an excellent program and a $3.00 collection.
The regular K of P lodge election was held last Monday evening. Officers elected include C C Walter Hartpence V C William Heintz Prelate Charles Weldishofer M A Fred Rupp I G F Jackman OQ G John Weisemann and am 3c.
Residents state no cars owned by town citizens and explain they choose walking over driving despite financial ability. The comment highlights local transport preference and communal values.
Readers are advised to check the Big Four Bulletin for cheap excursion rates. The High School Commencement is set for next Thursday evening at City Hall, followed by an Alumni reception the next night. The Round Table met at Mrs. Walter Hartpence’s with Delaware as the topic, concluding with light refreshments. Citizens praise town cleanliness and urge proper disposal of refuse to the dump. With prosperity, many homes may receive new paint soon.
A Kentucky mare in excellent condition is offered for sale with a four week old colt sired by Lon Walker. The seller is E. D. Bowlby and invites contact by call or address.
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