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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1920
Page
3
Bulbs Narcissus Poeticus and Snow drops. Plants White Peony Flag English Primrose and Hardy Phlox. Come see colors now in bloom. Sale by Mrs J D Southward. 30 a
Three black Poland China hogs missing from a farm weigh 90 to 100 pounds each. Finder should contact F. C. Beebe at his home or call S176 to report.
About 60 people attended the Tong reunion at the park Saturday. Local relatives from Ft. Wayne Ind and Findlay joined in, with 1921 officers named including Grant Tong president Goldie Tong vice president Lonna Pratt secretary and Willis Tong treasurer. Next year’s gathering is set for the third Saturday in August at Carey park.
A 6-pound son was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stillberger, who reside about a mile and a half south of town, marking a family addition reported in local notes.
The Carey Chamber of Commerce plans a large Harvest Festival and Home Coming September 29 through October 2. Exhibits will line Findlay and Vance streets with agricultural, industrial, retail, and civic displays. Premiums announced, spaces free except for selling booths, and organizers urge broad community cooperation to fund and sustain the event.
The fifth annual Smith Baughman family reunion gathered at Carey Water Works Park with arrivals from near and far. After a noon dinner Rev R P Werner spoke brief remarks, officers were elected led by Ernest Loader, and plans set for the next reunion on the third Saturday in August 1921 at Carey park.
The Landall Tractor Co has increased its capitalization to half a million and plans selling stock. Local businessmen form the company and hold patents for C A Carpenter's new tractor and contemplate building a factory locally.
Citizens warned against high land prices that deter factory sites and home building. Officials urge fair prices for suitable industrial land and town lots to attract industries and support growth while ensuring residents benefit.
George Tong and his 12 year old son Leonard were loading coal at Snyder Lumber Co when a loud noise spooked the team. The horses bolted breaking the bridle and throwing one horse as they ran toward Main Street and beyond the Big Four tracks. No serious injuries reported beyond minor scrapes and fright.
Salem hosts the Eagles Sunday as star pitcher Alvin Moses returns to pitch for the visitors. Moses is noted for last Sundays outing at Carey and will be supported by his five brothers on the Eagles roster.
Mixed grain prices show Wheat at 0.2.2.6 with minor activity. Oats steady. Corn rising to 15.09 and 14.00 in regional market quotes. Investors watch futures and local elevator bids for changes.
A large crowd attended the sixth Fox family reunion at Carey Water Works park on Tuesday August 17. A noon dinner was served and members visited in the afternoon. Officers for the coming year were elected: W. D. McDonald president C. J. Fox vice president Helen Fox secretary and H. D. Fox treasurer. next reunion set for August 14, 1921 at the same park. A collection of 10.18 was taken. after expenses 1.67 remained. Ice cream and cake were served before departure.
Notice for the Ladies of the Maccabee to hold a meeting Friday August 27 with all officers and members requested to be present.
Public doors will open in the first week of September with the exact weekday still to be decided.
An old advertisement claims catarrh is influenced by constitution and promoted by blood. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a constitutional treatment that "destroys the foundation" and strengthens health. A $100 reward is offered for any case not cured. Testimonials and free literature are advertised.
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