Death of Harvey L. Wheaton Hardware figure
Harvey L. Wheaton, a well known hardware dealer and city businessman, died at his Morris Avenue home after seven weeks of illness from stomach trouble. Born June 10, 1849, he married Carrie Shephard in 1886 and Electa DeVore in 1909. Surviving widows, three sons, and brothers Clinton, Charles, and Otis Wheaton are named. The Presbyterian member had spoken of making a long‑planned preparation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey L. Wheaton
Morris Avenue
Carrie Shephard
Marton
Paul Wheat
Hetrether
Mr. Eaton
Electa DeVore
Clinton Wheaton
Port Clinton
Charles Wheaton
Sunbury
Otis Wheaton
Lancaster
Mr. Wheaton
The
Presbyterian
Witness Fees Paid in War Stamps for Liberty Day Events
Ohio counties plan to pay witness fees with War Savings Stamps, a state War Savings Committee move. Athens holds Liberty Day events led by Mayor Woodworth with a 7 pm mass meeting at the Presbyterian Church and medals to 38 Boy Scouts by Major F A Rupp for prior bond sales.
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Athens
Presbyterian Church
Woodworth
F. A. Rupp
United States Army
Camp Sherman
Secretary of the Treasury
McAdoo
Rupp
Colonial
Helen McKay
Charles Schaeffler
Helen Ullom
Mjor Rupp
Athens businessman Wheaton dies. funeral set
Mr. Wheaton, a 21 year resident and faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, died leaving a history of integrity in Athens. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 11 a.m. at his home conducted by Dr. B D Evans, with burial in Union Street cemetery. Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. tomorrow.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Wheaton
Athens
B. D. Evans
Union Street
Huns at Home Must Be Given a Real Lesson
Washington leaders and governors press for strong Americanization measures to curb German language influence. They call for banning German teaching in schools and preaching, and urge harsher penalties for disloyalty, spies, and undermining the draft and bond sales. Senators condemn timidity in federal action and warn of mobs.
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Washington
Council of National Defense
Stewart
Montana
Overman
North Carolina
Congress
Lock the Barn Before the Theft By Buying Bonds Now
A sharp note urges securing assets by purchasing bonds immediately to prevent potential theft of livestock. Authorities warn that delayed action could endanger property and increase risk for farmers and rural communities.
Athens Young Man Almont A Kelley Dies at Barberton
Almont A. Kelley age 22 died of heart trouble Tuesday in Barberton. His body was brought to Athens and taken to his parents home on Central Avenue. Funeral services will be Sunday at 2 PM at the Christian church with burial at New Marshfield. He was a 1915 Athens High School graduate and formerly worked at Cline Pharmacy. He leaves his parents and one brother and was active in Luhrig Christian church.
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Almont A. Kelley
Barberton
Athens
James Kelly
Central Avenue
Christian Church
New Marshfield
Young Kelly
Athens High School
Cline Pharmacy
Luhrig
Third Liberty Loan Drive Opens in April Ends May 4
Washington reports the Third Liberty Loan campaign will open Saturday morning and close May 4. The Treasury directs twenty eight day drive across federal reserve banks with bonds dated May 9 and interest from that date. First coupon covers 129 days due March 15 and September 15. The war costs exceed 100 billion dollars per Congressman Hull.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Federal Reserve
Phosphated Iron Promises Vitality For All Workers
The ad promotes Phosphated Iron as a nerve and blood tonic for men and women across occupations. It claims quick relief from fatigue, poor appetite, and nerves, with capsules only and emphasis on genuine product from McKee Drug Company and major druggists. A secondary note mentions converting cellulose to viscose to utilize wood waste.
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McKee Drug Company
Huns Not Ended Drive In View Of Expert
London April 6 Major General F B Maurice chief director of military operations at the war office says indications point to an Austrian attack on Italy being prepared and possibly developing soon He notes German losses have been heavier recently and forecasts further major battles on the western front He says the front near the Somme is stable for now but the campaigning season is just beginning and German strategy aims to concentrate efforts across the front He adds Germany halted bombing London while it focuses on air superiority and reconnaissance by air remains robust for the enemy
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London
Italy
F. B. Maurice
War Office
Maurice
Somme
Western Front
Athens County Men In Service Praise Camp Sherman Sendoff
John B Lavelle of DeMolet Plumbing says thirty seven Athens county men leaving for Camp Sherman look forward to France with pride. He thanks the Red Cross band members and Athens residents for comfort bags music and a strong sendoff that marks a moment in thirty seven lives.
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John B. Lavelle
DeMolet Plumbing Company
Athens County
Camp Sherman
France
Red Cross
Athens
Cock of Tilloloy to Return to Church Roost
Paris reports the Cock of Tilloloy, a historic weathercock atop the ruined church, will be restored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. The tale recalls siege years, Lavergne’s rescue, and the mascot’s journey from pond to newspaper window before its planned reinstallation.
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Paris
Picardy
Somme Byrd
Tilloloy
France
Louis XIV
Soyecourt
Somme
Alfred Lavergne
Polly Lavergne
Lavergne
Bus
Flanders
Atlantic
King Visits Front as Soldiers Press On in France
King George tours the British front with quiet thanks and encouragement. Officers and men resume important tasks without delay, following the King's wish to keep army operations steady as he travels with the forces in France.
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France
Associated Press
King George
Federal order for Brooklyn bakeries to fire German workers
The Federal Food Board ordered all Brooklyn bakeries to discharge Germans amid complaints of ground glass found in bread. This action targets German employees in response to the report, reflecting wartime food safety concerns.
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New York
Federal Food Board
Brooklyn
Trimble Man Passes Harvey Wein at Athens State Hospital
Harvey Wein former Trimble resident dies at Athens State Hospital Wednesday night burial conducted today at Trimble. He was married and survived by two children.
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Harvey Wein
Trimble
Athens State Hospital
Mr. Wein
Ground glass found in flour sack in Marietta home
In Marietta on Wednesday, officials report discovering more than a handful of ground glass in a sack of flour bought at a local grocery. Fragments were large as shelled peanuts, and the sack appeared untampered with since being tied. Government investigators are examining the matter.
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Marietta
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Congressman Hull
Tennessee
G. D. Gribble
United Press
8Th Training Battalion
158Th Depot Brigade
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George Walsh
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Theatre Tonight
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Vitagraph
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