Subscriptions and publication note for Harrison paper
Subscriptions are always payable in advance. This paper is printed Wednesday of each week. Entered at Harrison post office as second class matter.
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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
2
Subscriptions are always payable in advance. This paper is printed Wednesday of each week. Entered at Harrison post office as second class matter.
A marginal mark in the paper indicates time is up or payment is due, urging settlement of Walter Hartpence. This appears in volume 31, number 32.
Cats on the new Electric Railway ran to Valley Junction Monday and will be here inside of two weeks.
George A. Phifer reports his room entered Tuesday night by a thief who removed his pants on the front porch and took $10.25 from his pocketbook. The thief entered via a screened window and appeared to be a local expert, knowing the lay of the land.
Mayor Marvin urges a new town nickname for Harrison to honor its character. He suggests Valley Gem as a fitting title, joining Cincinnati the Queen City and Dayton the Gem City. The idea invites public input to publish without the writer's name.
Our Board of Education met Wednesday evening to hire a Superintendent and teachers for public schools. There were twenty seven applicants for Superintendent from highly recommended candidates, but no decision was made. The board will take at least another week to decide. Old teachers Mary Curran Mary Dobell Bertha Converse Martha White Elith Arnold Fannie Cloud Maude Marvin are recalled.
Minnie Arnold wife of Frank Arnold died after a long illness at home in Harrison Ohio at age 33 wife of a traveling man. Formerly Minnie Myers she taught at the Alabama State Normal School for colored children and was active in church and social circles. She leaves a husband four brothers two sisters and a infant child cared for by a sister in law. Funeral held at Presbyterian Church with burial in Glen Haven. Died June 11 1900.
Arrangements are under way for a grand Fourth of July jubilee at Garside's Grove on the edge of Harrison. The Fire Company and Rupp's Band lead an industrial parade at 9 AM, with amusements, refreshments, music, speeches, and low railway rates to attract visitors from distant locales.
Ground was broken last Monday for improvements to Frank Bowles residence. The Cincinnati Enquirer and Harrison News are offered together to cash subscribers for seven dollars fifty cents, or ten dollars for one year.
A councilman indicates a plan to pass an ordinance restricting heavy loads on streets unless wagons use very wide tires to prevent street damage. The move targets cutting up streets and aims to protect road surfaces.
The Gospel News edited by Rev J M Bolton of Mt Carmel and Reiley and Drewersburg is lauded for its quality by Walter Hartpence. In a May 26 1900 note from MT Carmel Indiana Bolton’s letter commends the excellent job and zero mistakes, with warm thanks from J M Boiron.
The General Y P C U of the United Brethren Church meets in Lebanon Pennsylvania June 21 to 24 with delegates from across the United States. Noted speakers include Rev J F Carson Dr J Wilbur Chapman and Bishop J W Holt among others. A great chorus and junior exercises highlight the program. railroads offer a one third round trip rate June 18 to 27. Lebanon extends modest daily entertainment rates.
City council in regular session with Mayor Marvin presiding and all members present. Election for Corporation Attorney between Geo B Goodhart and Dudley P Wayne failed after three ballots, postponing the choice. Various committee actions, street, water, and sidewalk updates, and multiple bills approved. Local sports mention strong Hickorys return game and cautions about future sidewalk edge barrels. Chamberlain’s remedy anecdote quoted.
The high school graduation tonight at City Hall promises a full house with a paid admission. Graduates include Henry C. Menefee Edward G. Garties Frank P. Ebertz Charles B. Williams Eugene C. Haddock Edward A. Fox Morris McManaman Daisy M. Biddinger Helena M. Thomas and Eugene C Hadnock. The program features music invocations salutatory by Menefee readings by Biddinger Ebertz Thomas Garties Williams McManaman Fox Hadnock and solos by Gantvoort and others with a class address by Prof S. T. Dial and diplomas presented by President Kilgour. Benediction by Rev Moore.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bowles hosted a Friday East Main street party for their guest Mrs. Chas. Foushee of Lexington Kentucky. Twelve couples attended a progressive euchre with prizes including violet glass and a silver clothes brush. Light refreshments followed at eleven and guests left at midnight.
The newspaper men of the United States thank Hon. J. J. Lentz of Ovio for his decisive stance in the Loud Bill debate. He champions dissemination of knowledge through affordable mail and his argument covers the public need for good books magazines and newspapers through the mails. Ovio proudly supports his firm stand on the bill.
A stained report blames the home team for a rough game against Harrison, citing numerous errors by McMurray Whipple and Doermann, with Dayton players seen coaching and the Harrisons capitalizing on misplays. The piece laments the yellow streak of the home team and argues the visitors deserved victory.
A scrappy clash between Dudle’s squad and Big Sioux ends 19-19 after nine innings as injuries and miscues shape the late innings. Dr Bauer stars in a faultless display while Sibler and Zimmermarsuneider pace the visitors with standout hits and fielding.
Marriage notices announce Charles Westhorn and Maria Schneider will wed on the 27th inst. Jacob Schneider’s daughter, the couple’s plans include a home visit after July 25 at 4805 Eastern Avenue. Also noted are local business moves by the Huber brothers.
Tomorrow evening at City Hall the Eighteenth Annual Harrison High School Alumni Reunion and reception to the class of 1900 will be held. The events are described as very enjoyable and eagerly anticipated by all who attend.
Follows Revised Statutes and amendments up to 1900 authorizing electric light and water works contracts not exceeding 15 or 20 years, with recent changes validating contracts made before. Harrison, Ohio resident F. W. Schindler signs statement dated June 12, 1900.
Church calendar lists Bible School at 9 a m Junior C E from 10 to 10 30 a m Y P S C E at 6 30 p m All are invited to attend these services.
A brief item promotes Snow Ball Flour available at the new price of 25 cents. The note highlights affordability and a limited sale angle, placing the product in a market with bargain emphasis.
Mr W A Hines of Manchester Ia recounts a near death escape from measles related lung trouble that led to consumption and hemorrhages. He credits Dr King's New Discovery with his cure and notes many others have used it successfully. Trial bottles are offered free at West Side Drug Store.
The General Conference has chosen Education as the annual topic for Sunday morning discussion by every pastor. The topic invites participation from the young, who are especially encouraged to attend.
A vintage advertisement promises Bucklen's Arnica Salve will cure skin eruptions such as pimples eczema tetter erysipelas salt rheum and also heal bruises burns boils felons ulcers and severe piles. It sells for 25 cents a box and is offered by Sam A Barrow, Druggist.
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