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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1920
Page
4
Reports from Mexico suggest the revolution succeeds with Carranza either fugitive or captive. A provisional government may form and a president serve until December elections. Little fighting occurred. outcome may vindicate Wilson's watchful waiting doctrine.
Dr Grayson the president's physician reports recovery sufficient for duties and the White House has not announced any decision on seeking a third term. He favors a firm stance in the democratic platform urging ratification of the peace treaty without reservation and would make it a campaign issue.
John Wannamaker has reduced prices on his commodities and others nationwide are following. The drive foresees a potential end to eras of extravagant prices, though foodstuffs have not yet joined the cut. The outcome remains uncertain as dealers adapt.
The fish industry, though partially developed, is expected to join beef as a major national food sector. It is seen as capable of rapid expansion and a wholesome, economical food source unless profiteers spoil the progress.
The W C T U held a Mother’s Meeting at the M B E Church Friday afternoon with Mrs A J King presiding. The program included hymns readings prayers and duets led by Mrs L G Hart Mrs George Ash and Mrs W S Goble. Mrs Green reported twenty White Ribbon Recruits and county superintendent Mrs Walton spoke to mothers. The session closed with Blest Be the Tie that Binds.
At a Grand Rapids district meet J Diley supervised a pistol start for students. After the pistol fired Mrs Mape clutched her side and died soon after. A doctor cited heart failure and a small bullet hole was found in her corset suggesting a ricochet.
The commissioners of the sinking fund for the village are D. C. Henry, W. R. Kurtz, H. F. Graves, George Ash, and J. D. Ewing.
George Roynon aged 81 died after strokes at his home a mile and a half north of Carey. Funeral at United Evangelical church with Rev. C. L. Kern officiating. Interment in Spring Grove cemetery. Survived by wife Lavina Nims, children Fred Roynon Ellen Andrews Lucille Dible and Harlan Witham. sister Mrs Emma Toognod. Born June 17 1842 in Bristol England he lived in Bellevue before moving here. He was a long time church member respected by all.
Mayor Charles F. Tschanen and George Artz of the entertainment committee met with county commissioners and the prosecuting attorney to discuss bronze memorial tablets at the court house entrance honoring all Wyandot county soldiers sailors and marines who served. The committee has a remaining balance of 382 dollars offered toward the project and officials will determine costs and plan future funding to complete the Roll of Honor.
Mrs. Kinsie Montague of 120 N Vance Street testifies Doan's Kidney Pills greatly helped when needed. Four years later she notes only rare use and quick relief, claiming better health since using the remedy. Price 60c at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
The American Legion launches a nationwide campaign starting May 17 aimed at adding about one million members, reaching 2.5 million total. Governors proclaim American Legion Week with broad cooperation from Red Cross YMCAs Knights of Columbus and other groups. The effort targets ex service personnel with a modest dues structure and emphasizes Americanization and humanitarian work across a global network of posts including England France Canada Argentina Japan and more.
Two farms totaling 173 acres in Hancock County Ohio near St Johns Church are for sale as whole or in two tracts. The south farm is 113 acres with 13 acres timber and 100 cultivated including 32 corn 21 oats and 26 clover. the second farm of 60 acres lies south of the church entirely cultivated with 88 acres in wheat and 20 in timothy. Leased until April 1 1921 to Wesley Thomas with shared crops and inputs. Sealed bids to open June 15 1920 with cash on delivery and right to reject all bids. Willis R Kurtz Executor.
The Crawford Ridge Rural School District Board of Education in Wyandot County Ohio announces an election on June 15 1920 at regular voting places from 539 am to 530 pm to decide on centralizing the districts schools. The election follows a May 17 1920 board resolution and is authorized by Hosea Tong clerk.
Elza Jacobs notes plate glass prices have jumped since July 1915 by 725.5 percent. The auto trade bought 85 percent of the 1920 output, boosting costs while manufacturers held back for other uses. Window glass prices have doubled.
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