Heated battle for Agriculture Queen

By Susan Adams Queen

of the Court of Agriculture Aug. 24, 1929.

From the Cadiz Republican, July 25, 1929, “The contest for the position of Queen of Agriculture for the pageant at the Cadiz Chautauqua grounds (current HC Fairgrounds) Aug. 24 will be the following 14 ladies that have been nominated: Miss Margaret McClain, Conotton; Mrs. C S Moore, Moorefield; Mrs. Grace Fitch, Moorefield; Mrs. Bessie A. Peoples, Means; Mrs. Everett McFadden, Athens; Miss Mary Hanna, Cadiz; Mrs. A G Henderson, Cadiz; Mrs. J W Henderson, Mt. Hope; Mrs. Warner Phillips, Tippecanoe; Mrs. J R Kinsey, Tippecanoe; Miss Mary Swan, Cadiz; Miss Bertha Smith, Freeport; Miss Bertha Condo, Rumley; and Mrs. Chester Branson, Short Creek.”

In the Cadiz Republican, Aug. 22, 1929, “Miss Bertha

Condo, of Germano, German and Rumley townships is the winner in the contest for Queen of the Court of Agriculture which had lasted five weeks. Miss Condo will be Queen for a day, next Saturday, at the pageant to be given at the Cadiz Chautauqua grounds under the auspices of the Farm Bureau.

“A total of 37,645 votes were cast for the 14 contestants. Miss Condo 10,325 votes; Mrs. Bertha Smith 9,855 votes; Miss Mary Smith 7,875 votes; and Miss Margaret McClain 6,760 votes. Miss Mabel Arbaugh, contest editor, was busy for 10 hours after the contest closed counting the ballots before the winner was determined.”

Politics

DJFS replacement levy added to 2023 ballot

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The county commissioners met for their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 5.

The agenda for the day was short, but an important resolution was passed for the Harrison County Department of Job and Family Services.

Director Deb Knight spoke briefly about the resolution, “As you know, our placement costs have gone up and up, pretty much skyrocketed over the last year or two. Last year our total placement costs were $1.2 million. We received about 30% federal reimbursement for those placements,

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bringing our cost to over $700,000. We have a levy that was originally placed on the ballot in 1984 that is a half-mill levy that brings in about $362,000.”

The resolution outlines a tax levy that will go on the ballot in November because the current levy is inadequate. The document read, “the amount of taxes which may be raised within the 10-mill limitation will be insufficient and that it is necessary to levy a tax in excess of the 10-mill limitation … for the purpose of care and placement of children.”

The levy would replace the current half-mill levy recently passed in November, 2019. The levy would be “placed on the tax lists of the cur-

Summer is for fun

rent tax lists of the current tax year, commencing in 2023 first due in calendar year 2024” if the majority of votes are in favor.

Placement costs can be high. They include transportation, diapers, food, clothes, and anything else the child may need while being fostered. Foster parents get a monthly stipend to cover these costs, although typically the stipend does not cover every expense. Foster parents usually foot the bill for much of the child’s care and are never reimbursed for it. These people are typically fostering out of a desire to help and love the children but the funding is a great help, especially with rising living costs.

DJFS shares update on happenings in Har. Co.

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Harrison County Department of Job and Family Services has a new website that launched last week.

The website, which is harrisoncountyjobandfamilyservices.com, has been streamlined for easier use and has new features. While there is still work being done to add more forms and information, the site is open to regular use in time for the department’s Clothing for Kids program.

Hello Everyone, “Summertime is always the best of what might be.”

Let’s try to take time for some summer fun with family and friends: sit around a campfire, making s’mores or whatever. We have enjoyed making some fresh vegeatables out of the garden, and we are also enjoying raspberries.

On June 24, all my family except one sister and her family went with a bus over in Knox County to a family gathering. It was actually at the place where we used to live when I was younger. The children sure had a blast playing in their creek.

On Friday evening and Saturday, our family had a campout at my sister’s house.

Don’t forget the school auction is July 14, in the evening. We are having burgers, fries, drinks, ice cream, fry pies, etc. Also a bake sale.

Hope to see you there!

Peach Cobbler

2 qt. canned peaches

1 C. white sugar

2 tsp. butter

1 C. milk

2 tsp. baking powder

1 C. flour p.s. You can use any kind of fruit to your liking. cations recently. This is an ongoing issue in the county and, to some extent, country-wide. The process of becoming a foster home seems intimidating when first seeing the list of paperwork, inspections, and classes. Still, Social Services Supervisor Kathryn Caldwell says it’s not overwhelming once you get started. sary attention and care. This can take a great deal of time, a full day or more, to contact one person.

Mix sugar, butter, and all ingredients except peaches. In a baking dish, put canned, drained peaches. You can use fresh as well. Pour batter over fruit. Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes.

Enjoy!

Assistance, OWF Cash Assistance, Medicaid, or publicly-funded childcare assistance, or are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Applications can be obtained from the public entrance door at the DJFS building located at 520 N. Main St., Cadiz, or they can be completed online. Applications done on the website will be sent electronically to the agency for processing, allowing families to complete them without having to travel to the DJFS location. Applications will be accepted from July 6 to end of business on July 27. Last year, DJFS served about 770 Harrison County kids.

The role of fostering is important to the community. Providing a safe place for children going through difficult times is necessary and will impact them for the rest of their lives. Even teachers and coaches could provide licensed foster homes.

Community Variety Show returns

Riding on the coattails of their production of “Godspell,” the Deersville Theatre is excited to bring you more quality musical entertainment!

Mia” and “Wicked.”

This såhow boasts a cast of almost 30 actors, ages 3 through 70.

The program is run once a year to provide school clothes for Harrison County children. Eligible families include those currently receiving Food from Page 3

The objective is to raise $250 per participant. This money will support various aspects of the dog pound’s operations, including food provisions,

There haven’t been any new foster parents appli- medical treatments, and necessary surgeries. The dog pound strives to provide a safe and caring environment for its furry residents, ensuring their physical well-being and a chance of finding forever homes.

To participate, inter-

Currently, the department has had to place children in homes as far north as Cleveland and as far west as Columbus. The huge geographical range makes it difficult not only for the child forced to enter a completely new environment, but the HCDJFS is not relieved of the responsibility to visit the child and give them the neces- ested individuals can find more information on the Harrison County Dog Pound Volunteers’ Facebook page.

For those inclined to make a contribution, there is a secure and hassle-free donation option via PayPal using the email address harcodogpoundvolunteers@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in becoming a licensed foster home and helping children in need, please call Kathryn Caldwell at 740-9426030 for more information. DJFS will be on the ballot this November for a levy replacement. The commissioners recently approved the replacement at their last meeting.

The Harrison County Dog Pound Volunteers and the shelter’s dedicated staff express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participates in this crucial fundraiser. The collective efforts of par-

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO INCREASE RATES FOR ITS GAS DISTRIBUTION SERVICE AND FOR APPROVAL OF AN ALTERNATIVE RATE PLAN NORTHEAST OHIO NATURAL GAS CORP., PUCO CASE NOS. 23-0154-GA-AIR, 23-0155- GA-ATA & 23-0156-GA-ALT

In accordance with Section 4909.19, Revised Code, Northeast Ohio Natural Gas Corp. (“NEO”) hereby gives notice that on March 31, 2023, it filed an Application with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (“Commission”) requesting authority to increase the rates and charges for natural gas distribution services to its customers. NEO has also applied, under Section 4929.05, Revised Code, for approval of an alternative rate plan including two elements

This notice describes the substance of the Application. Any interested party desiring complete, detailed information with respect to any affected rates, charges, regulations, and practices may inspect a copy of the Application and supporting schedules at the offices of the Commission at 180 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215, or at the business office of NEO at 5640 Lancaster- Newark Rd NE, Pleasantville, OH 43148, during normal business hours. The Application and supporting documents may also be viewed by visiting the Commission’s website at http://www.puco.ohio.gov, selecting DIS, inputting 23-0154 in the case lookup box, and selecting the date the Application was filed.

A notice of intent to file this Application to increase rates and a copy of the proposed rates were filed with the Commission and also mailed to the mayors and legislative authorities of the communities located within the areas served by NEO on March 1, 2023. The Application, which contains proposed revisions to NEO’s Tariff for Gas Service, affects the rates and charges for, and various terms and conditions applicable to, natural gas service to all customers of NEO. The Application states that the current rates and charges do not provide a just and reasonable rate of return on NEO’s used and useful property as of December 31, 2022, the date certain in this case. The Application states that NEO requires the proposed revenue increase to provide an opportunity to earn a fair return on its assets and to recover its costs of operation. Any person, firm, corporation, or association may file, pursuant to Section 4909.19 of the Revised Code, an objection to such proposed increased rates by alleging that such proposals are unjust and discriminatory or unreasonable. Recommendations that differ from the Application may be made by the Staff of the Commission or by intervening parties and may be adopted by the Commission.

NEO is also proposing various revisions to non-rate terms and conditions contained in its Tariff for Gas Service, including modifications to the terms and conditions applicable to all customers.The increase in the operating revenue (inclusive of gas costs) requested by NEO for its various rate schedules is as follows:

Featuring songs from a wide variety of musical theatre shows, “Follies: A Night on Broadway” highlights the amazing vocal ability found among the Deersville Players.

Directed by Laura Gray (Godspell) and Alex Cappel (Fatal Fifties Affair), with live accompaniment by the incredible Sarah Fouts (Godspell), this show will run on July 21 and 22 at 7 p.m., and a Sunday matinee on July 23 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 each. Doors will open an hour before curtain for general seating. There will also be a 50/50 drawing for audience members! Make wonderful family summer memories at “Follies: A Night on Broadway” at the Deersville Theatre. reached.

This summer’s show features songs from over 20 Broadway musicals. Come and enjoy music from classics, such as “The Sound of Music,” “Les Miserables,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Newsies,” and “My Fair Lady,” as well as more modern musicals like “Hamilton,” “Mamma ticipants and generous donors contribute to the campaign’s overall success and enable the dog pound to continue its vital work in rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming vulnerable canines.

NEO proposes a program targeted at the replacement of certain bare steel equipment and low pressure systems and automated meter reading/advanced meters for certain locations. Under NEO’s proposal, NEO will make all necessary repairs and upgrades and then ask the Commission for recovery of a portion of those total costs in the following calendar year. NEO will not be entitled to recover for any more than the approved monthly rate cap amount in investment in any calendar year. Any investment amounts in excess of the approved monthly rate cap will be deferred for later recovery

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