Rutland Fire Destroys Heart of Town Business District
Hundreds visited Rutland to view the ruins after a blaze destroyed eleven buildings in the village’s central business area. Light poles, wires, and Ohio Power facilities suffered damage, with losses around 400 dollars for power, 100 dollars for telephone lines, and McMullen’s restaurant at about 1200 dollars loss following recent insurance.
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Rutland
Ohio Power Line
Ohio Power Company
Bey Insurance
Charles McMullen
McMullen
Pomeroy
McMullin
Pomeroy Woman Sues for Divorce in Desertion Case
Thelma Ketter of Pomeroy sues Walter Iter of Charleston for divorce on desertion grounds. They have two children Walter Harry aged 5 and Betty Jean aged 8. She seeks custody and alimony. A. D. Russell represents the plaintiff.
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Pomeroy
Thelma Ketter
Aivorce
Walter Iter
Charleston
Ketters
Walter Harry
Betty Jean
At- Sin A. D. Russell
Ntiff
Middleport Bridge Club Hosts Mrs Bradbury Tonight
Mrs. Asa Bradbury will entertain the Entertain Club of Middleport at her Third Street home this evening with a bridge gathering announced for March 4.
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Middleport
Asa Bradbury
Third Street
Aged woman Han nnah St. Clair dies at Gold Ridge
Mrs. Hannah St. Clair, aged 75, died Saturday at her home near Darwin due to heart trouble and complications. She leaves three daughters. Funeral services were held Monday at the Carlton church with Reverend Fowler of the Church of.
Thoxine Promises Night Cough Relief in 15 Minutes
An advertised prescription Thoxine claims to target the night cough cause rather than symptoms. It guarantees money back if it does not stop coughing in 15 minutes, is sold for 85 cents, and is described as harmless with an overdose warning, suitable for children.
Bank Sues Haynes and Oliver Over Promissory Note
Farmers Bank and Savings Company filed suit in Pomeroy on March 24 seeking $250 alleged due on a promissory note. Plaintiffs name Maude E. Haynes Charles W. Haynes and Harry Oliver as defendants. Attorney D Curtis Reed represents the bank.
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Pomeroy
Farmers Bank and Savings Company
Maude E. Haynes
Charles W. Haynes
Harry Oliver
D. Curtis Reed
Bank
Young People Rally Held by Heath M E Church Group
Middleport March 24 The King's Heralds organization of the Heath M E Church held a rally directed by Miss Julia Miller in the church basement Saturday afternoon. About forty members and guests attended enjoyed games and amusements. Refreshments were served by Mrs Ray Smith assisted by Clara Belle Rodkins. Each child donated a penny for each year of age boosting the treasury.
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Middleport
King’s Heralds Organization
The
Heath M. E. Church of
Julia Miller
Ray Smith
Clara Belle Rodkins
Local motorman taken to hospital after accident
Pomeroy report says Ray Smith of Second Street, a motorman for the O. R. E., was rushed to Holzer hospital in Gallipolis for medical care following an incident.
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Pomeroy
Ray Smith
Second Street
Holzer
Gallipolis
Pomeroy Bend Briefs Highlight Regional Social Moves
Mr and Mrs Harry Brunker returned to Charleston after visiting relatives including Curt Hamilton. T W Bengle and Mrs T W Bengle visited Athens. Mrs Willys Davis of Lancaster visits Minnie Davis in town. Brooks Ebersbach Motor Co reps Brooks Ebersbach go to Detroit to tour Ford plant as Columbus Detroit train arranged for Ohio dealers. James Loftis returns to Portsmouth after a brief stay. Mrs Herman Strauss Mrs Charles Peoples and Mrs Jacob Mees visit Athens Tuesday.
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Pomeroy Bend
Harry Brunker
Charleston
Curt Hamilton
T. W. Benge
Athens
Willys Davis
Lancaster
Minnie Davis
Co. L. Brooks
R. W. Ebersbach
Brooks Ebersbach Motor Company
Detroit
Ford Motor Company
Columbus
Ohio
Ford
James Loftis
Portsmouth
Herman Strauss
Charles Peoples
Jacob Mees
Ely's Cream Balm Advertisement Claims Instant Catarrh Relief
An广告 promotes Ely's Cream Balm for head colds and catarrh. It claims quick relief by clearing blocked nostrils and head, soothing swollen mucous membranes with antiseptic cream applied in the nostrils. The tone emphasizes instant comfort and personal relief.
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Ely
Rumors of McCumber Body Found Prove False
Reports circulating in Pomeroy claim James McCumber was found in an abandoned cistern near the Jerry Nuby home on Willys Hill. The rumors are unfounded. McCumber has been missing since Monday, March 15, and authorities believe he is still at large.
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Pomeroy
James McCumber
Jerry Nuby
Willys Hill
McCumber
Letter claims McCumber buried in Darwin cemetery
An unsigned letter received Tuesday alleges foul play in McCumber’s death and states the body is buried in a Darwin cemetery. Sheriff Harry Rice investigated but found no evidence or remains.
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Harry Rice
McCumber
Darwin
Child Bitten by Rabid Dog in Middleport
In Gravel Hill, Middleport, a large black dog believed rabid bit William Wolfe’s young daughter on face and arm. Dr. E F Maag treated her. The dog, licensed in Gallia county No 2117, was killed and its head sent to Columbus for examination. Two other dogs were bitten by the mad dog.
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Middleport
William Wolfe
Gravel Hill
E. F. Maag
Gallia
Columbus
Topic lamp placed outside church door noted
A topic lamp was placed outside the door of the Episcopal church, drawing attention to an event or message. The incident is described with minimal detail and lacks further context or named individuals.
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The
Episcopal
Bently Memorial Lamp to Grace Local Church
The Ladies' Ald society secured a lamp to adorn the church and enhance its beauty. The lamp will be known as the Bently memorial lamp, honoring its donors and contributions to the church interior.
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the Ladies’ Ald Society
Bently
Athens High School annual to be different this year
The Athens High School annual, named the Arena, will be published but scaled back this semester. It will prioritize pictures over articles with group shots of juniors and sophomores and large senior portraits, reducing expense and content.
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Athens High School
Arena
Arena staff to be announced later amid club activities
The article notes ongoing club activities and says the Arena staff will be announced later. It mentions various clubs, plays, and athletic teams along with unspecified officers. No specific names or dates are provided in readable text.
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Clas
Sermon on Christian Symbols by Rev E L Pielo
The Episcopal church will host regular Litany services led by Rev E L Pielo on Sunday at o'clock. The sermon will address Christian symbols as a religious topic.
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E. L. Pielo
Episcopal Church
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Christ of Middleport
Carlton Cemetery
Wellston
Champion Drilling Co
Swanson Furniture Co
Jas. McCumber
Dr. Jackson
C. H. Shattuck
Jackson Medicine Company
Dept. B
Zanesville
the Deer Slayer
Cooper
Rexall
Scholls
Merchan
Dr. 3. H. Schenck & Son
Philadelphia
Cerate
Lash
Charles
Stevens
Ile
Il.e
Fair Store
State and
Endicott & Johnson
MR. Gunns
Miss Reese
Mr.gunn
MR. Holt
Edmund
Loretta
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