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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1955
Page
14
Lloyd Sworden, agent for Reese Home Shoppers Co in Cleveland, and Mrs Johan Welsh of 201 W North Street posed with part of 52 large boxes of Splendid detergent won as first prize. Sworden noted the second place Bluffton winner is also in his district.
Joan Schilling of Nevada won the county Prince of Peace declamation contest held Sunday at E B Church in Upper Sandusky. Runner-up was Diane Hietelling. other participants included Wayne Burks Neil Hartschub Sycamore Nancy Gilliland McCutchenville Theo Wolfe Marseilles and Anita Stalder. Judges were from Heidelberg College.
A suggestion that a subscription to The Times makes a thoughtful Christmas present for friends or relatives serving in the Armed Forces.
Tom producers in Wharton area join the Ohio Top Ten Club as announced by Paul Rodgers. A T Stephan & Sons of Forest lead with 1869 tons per acre on 27.82 acres, while H P Hagerty & Sons near Vanlue yield 1802 tons per acre on 1158 acres. Robert Fast and A R Cramer of Wharton produce 1828 tons per acre on 1893 acres, with Stephan’s operation noted for 16.25 tons per acre average over five years.
Ohio State Fire Marshal Charles R. Scott urges precautions for homes offices churches and schools with Christmas trees. Follow steps including fresh cut and angled butt, watering, away from heat sources, checked wiring, non combustible decorations, and prompt disposal when dry. A fire extinguisher is advised.
In case of fire do not move a burning tree outside. Call the fire department immediately and attempt to extinguish only if safe. Moving a burning tree risks spreading flames throughout the house.
Chief Justice Carl V Weygandt signed an entry in the case Jessie E Gottfried of Upper Sandusky versus Simon P Yochum and others granting a 30 day extension to the plaintiff appellant Jessie E Gottfried to file briefs in support of her motion to certify to the Supreme Court. The dispute concerns Mrs Gottfried contesting the will of her deceased relative.
Obituary notes the death of Walter Seocum, longtime resident of Seneca County, with burial plans to follow in local cemetery.
Miss Opal Starr of route 2 Carey in Big Spring township Seneca county is named administratrix of the estate of Clara E Starr of the same address. The appointment formalizes her role over the estate assets and affairs.
I thank friends of the EUB Church and our pastor Rev Marks for prayers calls and cards and for the recorded Sunday service I enjoyed at home.
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