Old Fiddlers Contest Draws 700 in Middleport
About 700 people attended the Middleport Square Club old fiddlers contest at the Masonic temple in Southeastern Ohio. Prizes were awarded after performances by local and nearby acts. Arnold Grate and Arnold tied for first, each receiving five dollars due to the split prize, with Frank Miller and Worley Prrest also earning prizes.
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Middleport
Masonic Temple
Middleport Square
Ohio
Lewis
Jean Mees
Amye
Bill Arnold
J. C. Fisher
Jackson
Gallipolis
Virginia
Dan
Mary Farmer
D. Rose
Allipolis
Worley Farrist
Utland
Jake Musser
Rutland
Preacher
Bear
Aril Grate
Arnold
Lem Township
Frank Dler
Worley Prrest
Harry Romine
W. A. Brown
J. B. Downing
Mrs. A. D. Guthrie Buried Today
Funeral services for Mrs. A D Guthrie 39 who died at her sister’s home were held this afternoon at Mr. and Mrs C F J’s home burial followed at Gravel Hill Cemetery Cheshire She leaves two grandchildren one brother and four sisters Her husband died two years ago.
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Middleport
A. D. Guthrie
W. C. Bennett
Gravel Hill
Cheshire
Malone undergoes mastoid operation in Charleston
Miss Ailese Malone, taken to McMillian hospital at Charleston, underwent a mastoid operation about a half hour after arrival. She is reported improving and expected to stay at the hospital about two weeks.
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Ailese “Malone
Mc‘Millian
Charleston
Miss Malone
Hold J Bowen Hearing Today In Pomeroy
Jim Bowen of Dark Hollow is charged with assault and battery on a warrant sworn by Hendrix. His hearing is scheduled today in Pomeroy showing details of the case and the suspect's status.
Court Session Set in Justice French’s Court
A hearing is scheduled for 2 p m Tuesday in Justice M L French's court. A large local crowd from the vicinity of the alleged offense is expected to attend.
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Justice M. L. French
Nease hens set January egg production record
In Pomeroy on February 9 Vernor Nease’s flock topped January with an average of 15.1 eggs per hen. Mrs. George Davidson’s hens averaged 14.8 and Ithamer B. Weed followed with 14.1 eggs per hen.
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Pomeroy
Vernor Nease
George Davidson
Ithamer B. Weed
Judge Miller Returns From Ironton Court Trip
Judge A. Miller has returned from Ironton where he held court. He was absent from his office previously due to a severe cold and expects to be out today.
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Pomeroy
A. Miller
Ironton
Local residents travel and seek medical care in Gallipolis and Columbus
Many area residents visit Gallipolis for employment or hospital care. Charles Gilkey and Mrs. Gilkey travel to Gallipolis for work at O. H. E.. Mrs. Werry visits her husband at Holzer hospital. Others return to jobs in Marion, Columbus, or Cincinnati, and attend a Wholesale and Retail Dealers style show.
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Charles Gilkey
Thomas Fork
Gallipolis
Charles Werry
Naylor
Holzer Hospital
Werry
Nevada Osborn
Marion
Will Osborn
Chester
Will Jenkinson
Rock Springs
Columbus
E. D. Jenkins
Jackson
Homer Shank
Portsmouth
Percy L. Peoples
Saginaw
Mich
Mary Yauger
Hollister
Jane Bailey
Wilson Norris
Phillips Sisters Millinery
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Wholesalers and Retailers Association Note
A fragment notes actions by the Cincinnati Wholesalers and Retailers Association during the week. The text lacks dates or specifics but references ongoing activities and associations’ involvement in trade matters.
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Cincinnati Wholesaler’s and Retailer’s Association
Every Cabinet Meet Is Smoker At White House
Washington February 9 President Coolidge is described as a heavy cigarette smoker at cabinet meetings and the first White House resident said to furnish cigars for his cabinet. He is noted as among the most indefatigable smokers in the executive chair.
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Washington
C. P
Traction Line Has Busy Day On Reopened Route
Reports from the Nelsonville Athens traction line show heavy business on the first day of service. Hundreds rode from daylight to late night with miners using cars for commutes and others traveling between towns and intermediates. The Athens bus line also saw strong activity and the Fast End loop promise draws observers.
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Nelsonville
Princess Obolenskaya Body Found in Snow
In Moscow on February 9 a brief item reports the body of a former Princess Obolenskaya found in a snow pit before a Sandunovsky Lane house. She had become a street woman and police investigate the bruised face and identity amid columns of news.
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Moscow
C. P
Princess Obolenskaya
Russia
Sandunovsky Lan
Pepp
Moonlit frost prompts chill warning in Paris fire action
A clear moon signals frost and possible hazards as residents heed weather cues. Paris authorities tout its fire-fighting system as the world’s most efficient amid brisk temperatures and safety advisories.
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Paris
Heals Eczema in Seven Days Or Less Claim
A vintage advertisement touts Moone's Emerald Oil as a fast remedy for eczema and related skin conditions. It promises rapid relief from itching and rash, drying eruptions, and healing of sores, ulcers, and boils, with money back if ineffective.
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Moone
Athens Man To Be The Speaker At Presbyterian Meeting
On Thursday evening February 11 the Brotherhood of the Athens Presbyterian church will meet. Prof Edwin B Smith of Ohio University will speak on aspects of the life and work of Abraham Lincoln in the absence of Dr Charles L Zorbaugh who is ill in Cleveland.
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Brotherhood of the
Athens Presbyterian Church
Charles L. Zorbaugh
Columbus
Cleveland
Edwin B. Smith
Ohio University
Abraham Lincoln
Life of Paper Money Averages Less Than Three Years
The report states paper currency has a typical lifespan under three years, reflecting rapid wear from frequent circulation and use. It notes implications for minting costs and monetary handling by banks and businesses.
Dainty Under Garment Pattern Ad Highlights 1926 Book
An advertisement describes a combined vest and drawers pattern with reinforced inner leg seams. It lists fabric options nainsook cambric crepe de chine and offers four sizes from small to extra large. A medium size uses 2 yards of 26 inch material and the pattern is mailed for 12 cents.
Repair Work Underway On Old Flat Iron Water Trough
The Flat Iron block water trough is not being removed but repaired under Service Director Romine. Leaking old iron lines run through the concrete trough, part of which was torn away to reach them. A new drinking fountain will replace the torn section and the trough will be relined with cement to seal it watertight.
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Flatiron
Service
Romine
Sunday to Preach at Public Hall in Cleveland
Evangelist Billy Sunday to preach at Public Hall February 22 honoring the dedication of a new city mission building in Cleveland.
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Cleveland
Billy
Public Hall
Cleveland Moves To Ease Prohibition With Beer Proposal
Cleveland city council votes 12 to 22 to suspend rules and urge Congress to modify the Volstead act legalizing beer and light wines. Action deferred until Thursday.
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Cleveland
Congress
Prince Carol Delays Return to Romania
Milan Feb 9 The Romanian prince Carol will not return home for several days and will not revoke his abdication. He has rented a villa and will withdraw there while he follows events in Roumania with keen interest.
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Milan
Carol of
Roumania
Vienna
Ohio Fiddlers Compete for State Title in Cleveland
A. C. Heinliner of Akron, age 85, won the first round to determine Ohio’s champion fiddler in Cleveland. H. C. Jones of Findlay and Edward Weyles of North Olmstead placed second and third as the contest continues tonight and tomorrow. The state champion will vie for national honors in Detroit with backing from Henry Ford.
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Cleveland
A. C. Heinliner
Akron
Qohio
H.C. Jones
Findlay
Edward Weyles
North Olmstead
Detroit
Henry Ford
Forty Named In Secret Warrants In Alcohol Conspiracy
Federal court issues secret warrants for forty more suspects tied to a large Superior Industrial alcohol conspiracy aimed at defeating the Volstead act. Also notes a new addition to the United States Navy as a floating foundry.
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Cleveland
United States Navy
Judge to Probe Alleged Plot in Last Kirby Trial
A bench warrant for James Donovan of Mansfield is en route from Cleveland to California to bring him back for questioning in an alleged jury tampering plot tied to Josiah Kirby's trials. Kirby, convicted ten days ago, awaits sentencing after the grand jury probe proceeds this month. Donovan was arrested in Riverside after a Secret Service pursuit, becoming the fifth person cited in warrants linked to the scheme.
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Cleveland
John M. Killits
California
James Donovan
Mansfield
Josiah Kirby
Cleveland Discount Company
Kirby
Donovan
Riverside
Cal
Secret Service
William Irwin
Akron
Jesse le Dow
Ben’ Williamson
Minor suspect travels west under federal inquiry
The report notes John Brill of Cleveland and another man traveling west as a sixth man sought for questioning. A federal agent was overseeing the investigation during the journey to the assigned day.
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John Brill
Cleveland
Salvation Army to Host Rev Selah Weatherby Tonight
Rev Selah Weatherby, a widely sought speaker in the Salvation Army, is scheduled to speak at the local corps tonight at 7430 city building as members had urged for some time. The event highlights her prominence and the corps support for her visit.
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Selah Weatherby
Salvation Army
Ifr
Weatherby
Plan for rapid transit in Cleveland proposed by Van Sweringen
The Van Sweringen interests announce plans for rapid transit to serve greater Cleveland using private rights of way. A conference with city officials is planned to discuss the project.
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Cleveland
van Sweringen
Greater
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