New Haven Real Chesty Manager Challenges Ohio Valley Champs
Pomeroy Middleport New Haven real estate manager Harry Grimm issues a challenge to play one of a series of games with any Ohio valley team for the valley championship and gate receipts. He cites Parkersburg Marietta The Barrers of Wheeling Kenova Huntington All Stars Charleston Senators Russell Ironton and Portsmouth as possible opponents. Meanwhile Mr. Rump's will disposition and building sale conflict create a looming law suit. Mr. Guth pushes sale, George McQuigg administrator is unsure what to do. Mr. Persons handles the store and building under the will.
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NEW Haven Real Chesty
Harry Grimm
New Haven
Pomeroy Bendchamps
Ohio Valley
Parkersburg
Marietta
The
Banrers
Wheeling
Kenova
Huntington
All Stars
Charleston
Senators
Russell
Ky. Ironton
Portsmouth
Rump
Guth
George McQuigg
Persons
Injury Fatal After Auto Touches Antiquity Youth
John Sayre fourteen, son of Mr and Mrs Rush Sayre of Antiquity, died after a truck struck him as he rode home from Racine High School. The Letart farmer Guy Chapman drove a brick laden truck down from Bend when boys hopped the moving vehicle. Sayre slipped and fell under the wheels. funeral held at Antiquity yesterday afternoon.
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John Sayre
Racine
Rush Sayre
Guy Chapman
Sayre
Antinquity
Death of Mrs West at Sugar Run
Funeral held at Simpson M E church for Mrs Elmer West of Sugar Run Pomeroy died Friday evening from tuberculosis She is survived by her husband three daughters and two sons The Wests moved here from the Hocking valley several years ago
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West
Elmer West
Sugar Run
Pomeroy
Simpson M. E
Wests
Hocking Valley
Bradford Certified for Middleport Mayor Seat
George K. Bradford has been certified to the election board as a candidate for mayor on the citizens ticket to fill the vacancy caused by W. C. Bennett withdrawal. The ticket formed in opposition to increased water rates in Middleport.
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George K. Bradford
Election Board
Middleport
Citizens
W. C. Bennett
Meier Named Manager of Ohio Valley Co operative Store
Joe Meier, recently returned with his wife and baby from Akron, is appointed manager of the Ohio Valley Co operative store in Pomeroy succeeding the resigned J. B. Smith. He is the son of shoemaker Phillip Meier and has worked for several years with a rubber company in Akron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Meier
Babe
Akron
Ohio Valley Co-operative
Pomeroy
J. B. Smith
Phillip Meier
Contest Over Rump Property Sale
A dispute centers on the late Lewis Rump’s estate over the Main street business building. Fred Guth of Guth Whitlock presents a written contract with Rump, selling the building at a price to be fixed by three arbitrators, one chosen by each party.
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Lewis Rump
Fred Guth
Guth & Whitlock
Rump
Guth
Main Street
Mrs Catherine Smith Dies in Columbus at 73
Mrs Catherine F. E. Smith, 73, died at her Columbus home last Friday, wife of Sauel F. Smith formerly of Middleport. Survived by daughter Mrs Howard Bell, another daughter Mrs Henry Middleton, son Webber Smith, seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren. She held lodge memberships including White Shrine of Jerusalem No 3 Naomi Lodge Rebekahs Eastern Star Damona Temple No 45 and Well Relief Corps. Funeral from daughter’s Parsons Avenue home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel F. Smith
Catherine FE. Smith
Howard H. Bell
Columbus
Sauel F. Smith
Middleport
Meigs
Balloon Derby Opens With Global Field In Brussels
The Gordon Bennett trophy endurance balloon race began in Brussels with entrants from many nations. The British entry Banshee led the launch as the first rudderless craft aloft. Three American balloons competed, crewed by top U S enthusiasts.
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Brussels
Belgium
America
Reduction in Ohio farm prices across September
Ohio farm prices fell in September with corn down to 56 cents a bushel, hogs dropping from 10 to 8.06, cattle from 6.20 to 6.00, and veal calves rising. Bran middlings and meals also slipped, while cottonseed meal and oil meal dropped by about one dollar a ton. Lower export demand and favorable exchange rates contribute to the decline.
Prices rise as postwar costs exceed 1913 levels
Ohio State University economists report American commodity prices 52 percent above prewar figures with a rising trend. Farm products, metal goods, and building materials show large increases since 1913, while August sees consumer prices up 18 percent and farm prices only 3 percent. Metals fall 5 percent and building materials 2 percent as price adjustments proceed.
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Ohio State University
R. F. Taber
California Fig Syrup Ad Claims Quick Constipation Relief
A classic ad touts California Fig Syrup as harmless for children, promising fast bowel relief from sour bile and waste. It urges mothers to buy the genuine product with proper labeling to avoid imitations and notes directions for babies and older kids.
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California
Reedsville Divorce Suit Filed by Goldie Harper
Goldie Harper of Reedsville sues for divorce from Edward Lester Harper alleging abandonment since November 1 1919 while living with her parents at Reedsville Ohio after their 1918 marriage in Reedsville They claim he had a prior legal wife at the time of marriage and request custody of their child Carl Monroe Harper The husband resides in Parkersburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reedsville
Goldie Harper
Edward Lester Harper
Carl Monroe Harper
Nelsonville
Ohio
Harper
Parkersburg
May term jurors and divorce fees ready for distribution
The Pettit jury for the May term can collect pay from the clerk of courts. Witness fees in the Cummings divorce suit are also ready for distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettit
Cummings
Flag Raising At Sugar Run School
Friday at Sugar Run school a flag was hoisted atop the flag pole after a pledge of allegiance. Pupils and teachers assembled in the yard and the event ended with cheers showing support from students and the parent teacher association.
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Sugar Run School
Will bequest to Amanda J Radford widow of Thess
Amanda J Radford as widow inherits all real and personal property under a will dated September 20. The estate includes the residence and 15 acres, plus a 20 acre tract east of Thomas Fork creek. On her death or remarriage, remaining property to be divided among the children. Witnesses were W H Bradshaw, II Wilson and Osborn Bradshaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amanda J. Radford
Thess
Radford
Thomas Fork Creek
W. H. Bradshaw
Wilson
Osborn Bradshaw
Gallipolis Ends New Haven's Unbeaten Streak in Eleven Innings
Gallipolis defeated New Haven after eleven innings to snap the visitors' long winning run. The game remained scoreless through six, Gallipolis led 1 0 in the seventh, New Haven tied in the ninth, and Gallipolis clinched the win with a final run in the eleventh. Fred Banks, Racine manager, has arranged a future game with Gallipolis at Gallipolis.
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Gallipolis
New Haven
Fred Banks
Racine
Saulsbury Drug Company envoy heads to Middleport cruise
Carl Saulsbury of Vinton travels for Saulsbury Drug Company while one traveling man is sick. Miss Rosamond Dillard returns from Columbus. A fishing club sails a well equipped boat with state rooms and dining for a deep Ohio voyage, with Herbert Chambers, J. B. Downing, Charles Hennessey, D. S. Hartinger, Henry Hennessey, Plumber Beeson among those aboard.
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Carl Saulsbury
Vinton
Middleport
Saulsbury Drug Company
Rosamond Dillard
Columbus
Herbert Chambers
J. B. Downing
Charles Hennessey
D. S. Hartinger
Henry Hennessey
Plumber Beeson
The
Ohio
Reform Yourself Before Criticizing Others
A maxim on self inspection prompts readers to examine their own conduct first before criticizing others. The adage urges personal reform as a prerequisite to judging others or pushing reform externally.
Paymaster Robbed in Kansas City Park
Arthur Row paymaster for the Low Construction Company was held up by a lone bandit in a city park and robbed of a 3500 payroll.
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Kansas City
Arthur Row
Low Construction Company
Wallpaper factories reopen boosting York employment
In York Pennsylvania on October 10 local wallpaper plants that had been shut for almost two months resumed production. The restart brings work back for more than 1,000 operatives across the local industry.
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York
The Ideal Young Women Sermon Attracts Packed House
Rev. M. E. Chatley of the Christian Church opened a five sermon series with The Ideal Young Women. The talk drew a full audience as city men contributed views on faults like snobbishness and fickleness while praising loyalty to God and family.
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M. E. Chatley
The
Christian Church
Chanley
Fog Shrouds Polo Grounds Amid Chilly Morning Rain Hint
A heavy fog lingered over the Polo Grounds early in the day as air grew chilly. The weather bureau forecast increased cloudiness and probable rain later, setting a damp mood for an outdoor event.
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New York
Polo Grounds
Weather Bureau
Money Jokes and Mirth From Topics of the Day
A light staple page lampoons money and value with quips from Topics of the Day films. Jokes about pennies to dollars, fixed salaries, creditors, and theatrical humor populate the collage of cash related humor.
Tanlac restores Akron man to work, says 93 Lincoln St. user
M. Ryan of Akron Ohio praises Tanlac calling it the best medicine ever made. He says rheumatism and swollen knees nearly forced retirement, but after taking Tanlac he returned to work and feels healthier than ever. Tanlac sold by leading druggists.
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Tanlac
M. Ryan
Lincoln St
Akron
Ohio
Taniac
Atlantic City Fashion Turned Heads By Bold Silks and Velvet
Mrs. H. Stratton of ILA Pennsylvania drew surprised glances from locals when she unveiled a striking black and white ensemble. The silk and wool sweater features white brain stripes, the white flannel skirt bears black silk stripes, and a black velvet hat with white braid completes the look.
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Atlantic City
H. Stratton
Lla, Pa
Mansfield family welcomes seven pound daughter Marie Cavanaugh
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Mansfield are the proud parents of a seven pound daughter. Marie Cavanaugh spent Sunday with Miss Helen Hull of Athens. Misses Nancy and Hazel Linscott and Greneada Border visited friends in Athens. An observer noted the Watch Dog always smiles, reminiscent of a friendly dog from their past.
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A. L. Mansfield
Marie Cavanaugh
Helen Hull
Athens
Nancy
Hazel Linscott
Greneada Border
Revival Begins at International Holiness Church
Beginning Tuesday evening October 11 a two weeks revival will be held at the International Holiness church Evangelist Rev John Fleming of Ashland Kentucky is the speaker Services start each evening at 7 00 All are welcome and invited to attend
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International Holiness Church
John Fleming
Ashland
Fleming
Athens
Sage Tea Beautifies and Darkens Hair
An old Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to reform gray or fading hair overnight. Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound, sold at drug stores, is claimed to darken hair naturally and evenly after one or two applications. The ad touts youthful, luxurious results and urges immediate purchase.
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Wyeth
Local Social Notes From Athens Area
Lottridge Mr L H Allen was a business visitor at Athens. Mr and Mrs Ivan Bond took charge of the telephone office. Mr and Mrs William Chase were Sunday guests of Miss Freda Baker near Success. Mr and Mrs William Blackwood were guests at Vi enna West Virginia. Miss Alice Frost returned home in Athens after a week with the Runnions. Mr and Mrs Roy McKinley returned home after two weeks in West Virginia. Joe Jenkins, hurt on the farm, is improving. The Runnions hosted dinner for Betzing Betzing Eloise McClain near Sumner. Moving seems to be the order of.
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L. H. Allen
Athens
Ivan Bond
William Chase
Freda Baker
Success
William Blackwood
H. J. Runnion
Vienna
W. Va
Alice Frost
L. T. Runnion
Roy McKinley
West Virginia
Joe Jenkins
Con Betzing
Archie Betzing
Eloise
Ben McClain
Sumner
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Fearke
Merriam
Irene Giver
Wm. J. Locke
Paige
Father Johns
Chatley
Uncle Sam
Buffalo Express
Penn
Owens
Boston Transcript
American Legions Weekly
Coal Draft
Michigan Gargo
Vaudeville News
Akronman
Ryan
Taft
Boardwalk
Mrs. H. Stratton
Cannanville
Lottridge
Rulmer Ackley
L. G. M Conkey
Emma Jeffers
Ackley
C. E. Wood
C. D. Swartz
E Eagle Brand
Borden’ Borden Building
Spring Hotel
Albany, O
A. Nash Co
Cincinnati
M.P. Totman
Opera House
Coen
Agic
McKee Drug Store
Overmyer’s New System Bakery
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