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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1905
Page
2
Office Bowles Block second floor Harrison phone 36 offers subscription rates at three months six months and one year payable in advance. This paper is printed weekly on Wednesdays and entered at the Harrison post office as second class matter.
An X on the paper margin signals time is up or near expiry and prompts settlement of the subscription debt. Walter Hartpence signs the notice.
Joliet Montana cashier C. E. Hudson of the Bank of Joliet is identified in a card. The post office is planned to stay open until 8 PM to allow farmers and working people to collect their mail after supper.
Thanks to friends in Miamitown Cleves and Elizabethtown for compliments on our recent printing. We value the praise and aim to improve our workmanship with time.
The report from last week’s State Encampment shows 75,403 members residing in Ohio with 184 lodges to report. The Knights of Pythias’ rapid growth across this state and other nations is described as marvelous.
A rumor from Cleves and Harrison claimed Marshal Loos was murdered by Frank Schneider with an ax. The report proved false. When calm, Schneider is seen as a decent man, and the writer jokes he should join the Prohibition party as a faithful member.
Rev S C Bates departed last Tuesday for Toronto Canada where he was chosen as one of Ohio's delegates to the International Sunday School Convention. He will tour Niagara Falls during the trip and expects a pleasant and profitable time.
Rev Henry Couden chaplain of the National House of Representatives arrived Tuesday afternoon with his daughter Jenny. He plans to stay with Dr Marvin and family and it is hoped he will occupy one of our pulpits during his Harrison visit.
Dr. W. Cooper arrived on Monday to arrange printing of a refined souvenir poem. He notes friends who will receive copies are fortunate, and his health is excellent. His return brings pleasure to his long-time neighbors and himself.
Describes a two week camp at Miami Valley Chautauqua near Franklin Ohio with a wooded park, pure river water, full facilities, and a nominal price. Travel from Harrison is about a three hour trip, highlighting low cost and convenient access for an outing.
The tenth annual Miami Valley Chautauqua runs July 21 to August 7, 1905 with camping boating bathing fishing and outdoor games. Notable talent includes Gov LaFollette William Jennings Bryan Bishop Fowler Rev Sam P Jones The Corn Congress Dr Thos E Greene and many others. Demand for camping sites is at a record high and interest across the Miami Valley is strong. those wishing to attend should secure locations soon. For details contact F Gillum Cromer at 1314 N Main St Dayton Ohio.
Dee Williams died last Thursday night at his home two miles south after a brief illness with multiple diseases. An Odd Fellow and noted for ice-cream feats, he was a quiet man and well loved. Funeral by Will Slete was held Saturday at 2 PM in Bright M E Church. He left four children. wife predeceased him. Two buses, one with Odd Fellows and one with Rebekahs, attended. pallbearers were Win Swift Albert Campbell Philip Corbin J Huber Mike Bogenschutz and Otha Grubbs.
City Hall hosted the Harrison High School Alumni Association annual reunion featuring roll call by class, literary program, pantomime, vocal and instrumental performances, brief adfress, and refreshments served by young ladies in white and gold. The event celebrated graduating couples and the heritage of learning, with a night of music, games, and socialization ending after eleven.
A courteous remark underscores fair compensation for a printer’s work, noting that payment should be timely and reasonable, comparable to other trades. The sentiment implies respect for labor and the value of professional service.
With Rev Bates absent there will be no regular services next Sunday. Sunday school and Christian Endeavor meetings will not be held as usual.
The Whitewater Detective Association plans its inaugural picnic on Saturday August 5 at Whitewater Park. It aims to be one of the region’s best. watch for posters with full details. A separate column notes privileges offered for sale.
County Engineer Frank Krug and three assistants investigated the recent flood that flooded many cellars. He plans substantial improvements once lawsuits against the county are settled, and argues protection walls should be lengthened to shield overflow residents. Krug notes creek filling near Garside's Grove altered its course and cites an offer from George Thomas to remove land that would redirect water into a new channel toward Constant Schafer's field and the river.
John Rothhaas a Cincinnati letter carrier and Calico Bass Fishing Club member is on a 15 day furlough at the Whitewater club-house. He reports fish for every meal canned salmon sardines or salt mackerel and says he keeps busy spinning fish stories for fellow carriers. He praises Harrison's landscape and calls the Whitewater banks an ideal place away from his duties.
Albert Becker and Ida May Oliver registered at the Central Hotel Wednesday evening. With license in pocket, Rev. Bates married them in the Central parlor in front of Mrs. Cheetham and family. The couple then departed for Cincinnati aboard a private conveyance.
Kiewit and Frederick wage a major rebuild of the Briggs or Oregon Mill converting to a three story sheet iron roofed plant. A Haggenmacher plan sifter and Invincible wheat scourers with eight double-stand rollers enlarge capacity. Horace Woodhead of Cincinnati to supervise. planned four breaks and six reductions promise Snow Ball Flour quality.
Frank Schneider, a former saloon keeper, fought Amos Passmore during work on the new electric light line. Passmore struck with a pair of heavy pliers, leaving Schneider bloodied and battered. Marshal Loos arrested Schneider after a tense struggle. He was charged with assault and battery and fined $20 plus costs totaling $33.30.
Ephraim Burgess and Mrs. Kate Mays plan a wedding at her home near the Cemetery. Burgess, Civil War veteran, and Mays, widow of a veteran, are set to begin a new life together. Sterling Keen, son of Geo. W. Keen of Indianapolis, has graduated from Benj. Harrison High School and now works in a large Indianapolis bank. Township Board of Education names teachers for the coming year: Celia T. Campbell, Mary E. Kolb, J. W. Golladay and others in districts 1 through 4.
At the M E Church Sunday School begins 9 30 a m with preaching by Rev W K Brown at 10 80 a m A twilight meeting is planned for Wednesday evening Epworth League Friday evening led by Mrs R A Bowlby Farmers nationwide complain of heavy rains that harmed ripe grain A two inch rainfall was recorded Tuesday night by George A Biddinger.
A poem-like sketch portrays a man whose long nose rough beard and dented hat reflect a troubled life. He admits he cannot help his nature, lurching beyond order, seeking repair, and facing mortality while clinging to fate. He speaks of living out his nature and failing to fight it, asking God for mercy.
Miss Flossie Fischer fills the position long held by Miss Lou Burk and will serve effectively alongside Miss Blanche McDonale at the local telephone exchange.
A local grocery advertises coffee and tea as the best on the market with appealing prices. Appiarius' Grocery invites customers to return Berry Baskets and notes price options suitable for all budgets.
Sheriff Jones sold the vacant Cumminsville lots belonging to the Dair estate to the neighboring marble yard owner for 900 dollars.
Cincinnati excursion crowd breaks records at Chester Park last Sunday. Residents and visitors rode Avondale route trains with Chester transfers for uninterrupted access to Dreamla, the Figure 8, roller coaster, tower railway, Was Ists, Cook's Yours, and fifty other attractions. Free water tokens were provided as the park offered full directions and a single transfer.
Reader D. L. Gregory of Hope Texas reports bucklin s arnica salve cured a bad sore and works well on sore eyes. The advertisement notes a 25 cent price at all druggists and promotes bucklin s arnica salve for cuts burns ulcers fever sores and boils as an effective remedy.
The West Side Drug Store showcases new wallpaper designs, highlighting fresh patterns and textures for home interiors. Customers can explore a range of colors and styles, with staff ready to assist in selecting suitable options.
By the undersigned Gro A Bid dinger auctioneer and real estate agent at 033 Harrison Ohio listing 77 acres and many parcels including 95 133 100 43 22 120 47 155 80 150 129 90 25 103g 50 40 81 131 188 plus town property. Telephone number 49.
Straw hats cleaned for gents and ladies and restored to new condition by a new process. First class work and reasonable prices guaranteed. B. F. Chaven, barber, located one door east of Henry Schott's bakery in Harrison.
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