Death of William McPherson, Waterloo Township Pioneer
The obituary notes William McPherson, born 1816 in Guernsey County, oldest Waterloo Township resident, died at home after a long illness at eighty three. A Quaker by birth, he joined the M E church then the Methodist branch, studied medicine, practiced as physician and merchant, lived in Marshfield, and married S Li Withers. Services were conducted under Rev Hogacil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mursavieen
Wik
Yam NePherson
Waterloo
Sqich
William McPherson
Guernsey County
M. EL Church
At. P
Mercantile
Formeis
Wolt
Marshfield
Taynery
S. Li
Withers
James Raukit
Hogacil
Gilbert MM Mr McDougal Passes At Home
Pioneer of Athens county farming, McDougal died peacefully at his Hixon Home after a long life of work. He served in local offices and was known as a respected citizen. Funeral services were held Sunday conducted by Reverend Bee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert
Mr McDougal
Wight
Hixon
Athens
Smaling
Gal
Ledi
Ars
Aie Mepoagat
New Lexington
Rav
Bee
Lamp Explosion Reported At Local Home
A lamp exploded Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs W Farrere causing a shower of glass. The blast occurred in the living room as Frank Farrell stood nearby. Firemen and neighbors assisted as the room filled with smoke and the area was evacuated. No injuries are confirmed, but damage to the kitchen floor and surrounding area is reported.
Phoenix Block Fire Threatens Local Business District
A morning blaze in the bowling alley of Thomas S. Rosser in the Phoenix block spread into the B. B. Johnson pool room. Gas jets were left on full force and ignited the ceiling. the fire was detected by Dr. J. S. Basom and extinguished with minor damage. The owner B. B. Johnson arrived about 3 30 AM, and the building is owned by The Phoenix Building Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas S. Rosser
Phoenix
B. B. Johnson
J. S. Basom
ER Lash
Jesse West
Mickey
Yosser
Rickey
B. B. Rohnson
George Earhart
Hosser
The
Phoenix Balding Company
Farmers Institute Draws Large Crowds For Two Day Session
Coomtown reports the Farmers Institute held Friday and Saturday with heavy attendance and lively discussions. Speakers from Dayton and Quaker City addressed topics of interest to farmers while a daily query box sparked public views on soil and farming methods. Music by a local horse orchestra and choir accompanied sessions as attendees returned home convinced it was a profitable gathering.
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Shirer
Dayton
W._N. Cowden
Quaker City
Death of Mrs Fannie Boyd Law rence on College Street
Mrs Fannie Boyd Lawrence wife of OC W Lawrence died Tuesday at 4 am at her College Street home after months of illness caused by a malignant growth. She was 57, married in 1869, and lived in Vanderhoof before settling here in 1877. She leaves a husband two sons W B and P B, three sisters Lucy Water Maggie Boyd and two brothers W F Boyd and Profs Bugh Boyd D D. Funeral services will be held today at 10 at the church conducted by Rev J Haddox with interment in the new cemetery.
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Fannie Boyd Lawrence
OC. W. Lawrence
Thex
College Street
C. W. Lawrence
Vanderhoof
W. B
P. B. Lawrence
Minses
Lucy, Wate
Maggie Boyd
W. F. Boyd
Cincinnnati
Bugh Boyd
Corpell
Mt. Vernon
Lawrence
W. C
Woman's Foreign Missionary. Society
UN Church
Rey
J. Haddox
Merwin and White Firm Established in Washington Corner
The firm will be known as Merwin and White with the office at the corner of Washington and Coll Street. The statement outlines the new partnership and its central office location in the city.
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Au Merwin & White
Whele
Ofice of
Pre
Washington
Coll Setreetns
Life in the Orient recounts Mark Carmartial tale amid Filipino dispatches
A letter from J Slaughter in the Philippines describes anti expansionist views and fierce reactions to accused insurgent killings. The piece includes a courtroom farce over a newly arrived Alabama recruit who, hungry, is accused of theft and faces mock justice, while Alabama pride and humor mix with harsh military discipline and a lament about illness and possible death.
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H. C. Boblitt
J, Slaughter
Philippines
Witc
United States
Paul Slaughter
Aguinaldo
Bordes
Slaughter
Alabama
Leutenant
Slatamlan
Orient
Chauncey Defeats Nelsonville in Local Football Tilt
Chauncey meets Nelsonville high in a brisk gridiron clash on Nelsonville's field. Chauncey’s Weiling and Stephenson led a potent attack, while Nelsonville struggled to gain offense. Final score favored Chauncey by 2 to 1 after a hard fought game amid crowd chatter. ceremony notes mention an upcoming marriage for James Prior McVey and Virginia Hoge on December 20 at First Presbyterian Church, Washington, West Virginia.
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Chawxesy
Nelsonville
Chauncey
Smith
Nelsonyje
Meay
Martin
Cable
Nelson
Chamberlain) Caughe
Valand Cardedatts
Nalsonville
O. P
Weiling
Fandler
F- Weiling
Stephinson
J. Perry
Posidton Neladaville
Welling
Stalder L. Birge
Dew
Welling RG
Eeich O
Coolsee
McKeever Smith
G. Shepherd-Joneson
Stephenson L
Chamberlain
JE _ M. Roodlee
A. Myers
Bates J. Perry
Ckh
H. Roadble
Wilson Cal Bo
Henry Haine
B. BH. Johnson
George Ingie
Chaimeey
James Prior McVey
Virginta Hoge
First Presbyterian
Lecture for Young Men at Christian Church on Parity
Rey W. A. Roash will speak Saturday evening at the Christian church on the subject Personal Parity. The event is for young men only and all are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rey W. A ‘Roash
The
Christian Church
Monument craftsman praised for value and quality
The article extols John Giesern Day and his work, praising fine craftsmanship and affordable pricing. It emphasizes avoiding high rent and stresses reliable service for monument purchases.
Divorce Granted And Court Adjourns In Dated Sessions
News of the courts reports a divorce granted on grounds of marital neglect in an Ames township case. Wallety and Kate Brooks are named. Frank Wollett’s divorce from Kate Brooks noted for extreme cruelty. several foreclosure actions listed with judgments and deeds ordered. The column records multiple cases including Columbian Building Loan & Investment Company versus Chas A Scott and Frank P McVay versus B Jack Fall.
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Chester Wasilwaeth Agatest W
Meitrick
Glouster Buikliog, Boyings
Dane
McCterta
Columbian
Loan & Investment Company
Jos
Strabl Et al
John. L
Rilla
Southerd
Ohio Loan & Pany
Edward
Phi
Op Ames
Ata
Higmarital
Databel Sietsay
Wallety
Frank Wollett
Kate Brooks
Republican Committee Meeting Sets Endorsement Rules
Republican executive committee met in the cozy room to act on urgent business. A resolution requires all endorsement applicants to file with the secretary by December 2 except state legislature bids, with votes at a later March meeting at 6 PM. Only one endorsement, M. Vore of Nelsonville for porter in the next house. Banquet planned after the meeting with committee members present.
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Republican Executive Committee
Juzy
M. Vore
Nelsonville
Porter
House of Representatives
D. H. Moore
E.C. Woodworth
G. De-Ride
Spoar
Treasure
H. G. Stalder
S.B- Hil
Z. W- Bryson
D.H. Williams
Mr. Yorkes
Joby Las
W. Bo Johnson
John McLaughlin
U. P. White
Whist Evening Hosted by Mrs Arncott in Washington Street Home
An enjoyable Saturday whist party was hosted by Miss Harriete Arncott at Mrs C H Porter’s Washington Street home. Guests played four tables with dainty refreshments served, including Mr and Mrs Ryan, Miss Eleanor Wood, Florence Lash, Ray, Eana, Berry, Gary Stickney, John Gist and Reeves of Columbus.
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Mise Harriete ‘Arncott
C. H
Porter
Washington Street
Rue Ryan
Eleanor Wood
Florence ‘Lash
Ray, Eana
Berry
Gari Stickney
John Gist
Reeves
Colurebus
Wee
Chattanooga Memorial Arch Debate Stirs City Leaders
City officials in Chattanooga discuss plans for a grand memorial arch honoring General Ohio's bill. The proposed site remains undecided with options at Battlefield Station, National Boulevard, and Electric Railway entrances. Citizens voice strong opinions as debate continues.
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Ouatanooua
Texy
Aday
Ohio
Chickamagua
Martin
Pehale
Chattanooga
Battlefield Station
National Boulevard
Stacca
Death of George B Hall Nelsonville Resident
George B Hall of Nelsonville died December 4 at Cal Hospital after a prolonged illness. A prominent resident for years he leaves several children. Funeral services were held Saturday conducted by Rev. Tsterment. Interment followed at the cemetery.
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George B
Hal Nelsoxvillx
George B. Hall
Cal Hospital
Prat
Sit
Nelsonville
Dance in Athens at Armory Draws Likely Record Crowd
Ladies of Athens host a dance compliment night at the armory. The event is expected to be the largest of the season with music and art pieces highlighted by Madport works, promising five nights of performances and exhibitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Neithar Absent' Nour Third Month Poster
Fragmentary text lists names Rosa Glassy Ms Hawkins Lee Beil Schiese Leravon Peach with reference to a third month poster. No coherent event or action present. cannot determine a clear local-news item from readable fragments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saree Jing
Rosa Glassy Ms Hawkins
Faze Lee
Beil Schiese
Aged Citizen Dead at Local Church Service
Benjamin Bell, aged seventy nine, died after a condition of protracted illnesses. Pine Vines held Sunday forebeit at Second Alexander church, conducted by Rev. May.
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Aunas
Benjamin Bell
Second Alexander Church
Condy
Farmers' Institute at Baptist Church Jan 4 plan discussed
Farmers Institute program prep promises profitable session. sale by Ladies' Aid last week netted funds. Local ads tout Catarrh Cure claims and health remedies. Cornwell’s jewelry shop highlighted. various notices mention holidays, trains, and local commerce.
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Athens County
Vhersum
Gibiet M. Mec
Bitlis
Bour
Coolville
C. W. LA Lawrence
Life IN
36Th
Mark Carmartial
al Assiyuiy
Athens Couuties
Badukwa
Aban
Nelsonville High School
Chauncey F Eleven
Beniie
Stephenson
Oliver
Souke
Walt
John Giesern
Rice Tran
News OF the Courts
Common Pleas
Common Pleas Court
Covre Wilthen
Baal Adje
Republican Committee
Chattano
Grosvenor
Neithar
Nour
Peach
Institut Alwaxt
Farbers
Hall
Cheney & CO
Cheney
Wrst
Tiivax
Alld Hall
Roy
Reca. Re ‘Churchill
Berling
Columbus
Obie Centra
Lipes
Dewirr
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