Funeral of Adam Bentz in Pomeroy Bend
Adam Bentz died from internal wounds after being crushed in a streetcar crowd on January 9. A lifelong Pomeroy resident born November 16, 1851, he later moved to Columbus before returning for burial. Funeral was held at Bethany M. P. Church with Rev. Betz presiding. Odd Fellows held a service at his home.
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Adam Bentz
Pomeroy
Peter Eberebach
Bethany M. PA
Betz
Odd Fellows
Mr. Bentz
Canal Dover
Ohio
Columbus
Survived by Wife and Large Family Mentioned
The brief obituary fragment notes a person survived by his wife, two sons, four daughters, and nine grandchildren, indicating a family-focused notice without further biographical details.
Bertha Albina Daye laid to rest in Beech Grove
Saturday funeral for Bertha Albina Daye one year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Daye. Cause of death listed as whooping cough. Burial in Beech Grove cemetery.
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Marvin Daye
Bertha Albina
Beech Grove Cemetery
Rutland Township Holds Its Largest Decoration Day Observance
Rutland township celebrated Decoration Day with record teamwork across farms. H. P. Skinner credited unusually strong labor as roads dried and wet fields were worked. A farmer skipped the service to finish corn plowing, yet the day proved the biggest observance in the township’s history.
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Rutland
H. P. Skinner
Foster signals opposition to beer and wine ban lift
In a May 30 1919 letter to Rev L L Cherrington of Pomeroy Ohio Congressman Foster states he will vote and use influence against lifting the prohibition. He expresses confusion toward the President and sends regards to Cherrington and his church.
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Pomeroy M
Washington, D. C
L. L. Cherrington
Pomeroy
Ohio
Cherrington
M. Foster
Mine Union Leader Settles Jackson Mine Dispute
President Kenney of District 17 UMW of West Virginia visited Hartford on Thursday and effected a settlement at the Jackson mine. The mine and Liverpool Salt Works will resume operations this week.
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Kenney
United Mine Workers of West Virginia
Hartford
Jackson Mine
Liverpool Salt Works
Prohibition Test Draws Crowd on Pom eroy Streets
Speculation on how prohibition would affect crowds on Pom eroy streets proved unfounded as Saturday evening crowds remained large and no arrests for drunkenness occurred. A Saturday afternoon arrest led to a habeas corpus hearing before Judge Miller, who dismissed the case after determining the man was not intoxicated.
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Pomeroy’s
Miller
Hartford damage suit against B and O railroad settled
The Hartford report states Charles Hall's damage suit against the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad has been compromised for 2500 dollars. The case stems from the death of Hall's young son at a railroad crossing near the Hartford Salt Works a few weeks earlier.
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Hartford
Charles Hall
Hall
Seidenabel Sentenced for Arrest Attack
Henry Seidenabel former policeman appeared before Judge Miller and received thirty days in the Columbus work house, a $50 fine, and commitment until costs and fine are paid. He is jailed and sent to Columbus. The case stems from an assault during an arrest weeks ago. Deputies Foss and Oliver await trial on the same charge.
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Seidenabel
Henry Seidenabel
Miller
Columbus
Menninghouse
Foss
Oliver
Germany Plans to Battle for World Trade
London June 8 The Imperial Association of German Industries unites two rival groups to concentrate German economic power as peace returns. German chemical firms plan a peaceful penetration to regain pre 1914 markets, targeting South America and fertilizer output. American and Allied producers have rebuilt after the blockade, supplying former German customers. New German trading companies emerge while concerns over merchant marine losses loom for global trade.
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Edwin W. Hullinger
United Press
London
Imperial Association of German Industries
South America
Germany
Chemical Committee
German Demobilization Office
Ministry of Agriculture
America
Europe
Arizona
Imperial Valley
California
Kryupps
Holland
Hague
Hamburg
Thrift Propels War Savings Stamps to Dollars
A brief note urges thrift as the path to prosperity, highlighting War Savings Stamps as a practical means to grow small funds into meaningful savings. It frames stamp purchases as a patriotic, budget-friendly effort with tangible financial results.
Coal shortage warned as labor tightens nationwide
A National Coal Association committee led by F. S. Peabody warns of a serious coal shortage for the coming fall and winter. Output from January 1 to May 10 fell 25 percent to about 50 million tons, with mines producing 8 million tons weekly when 11 million are needed.
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Chicago
America
National Coal Association
F. 8. Peabody
United States Geological Survey
Europe
Garfield
Pan American Trade Talks Begin in Washington
Twenty one South American representatives meet in Washington for a three day Pan American trade conference with US officials and experts. The gathering aims to discuss development of Pan American commerce and may feature remarks from President Wilson and Secretary Lansing.
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Washington
United States
Pan- American Union
The
Union
Pres. Wilson
Lansing
America
Brothers Drown in Twin Creek Near Germantown
Estle and Dan ver long aged 10 and 11 sons of Garrett Long of Germantown drowned while swimming in Twin Creek. They went beyond their depth and were unable to reach shore.
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Dayton
Estle
Danver Long
Garrett Long
Germantown
Twin Creek
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