05 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1922
Page
1
Local notice explains Revenue Act of 1921 repeal of nuisance and luxury taxes effective January 1 1922. Soda fountain and ice cream patrons save a penny per item with beverage and food duty removal. Various taxes on wearing apparel freight transport and other items are cut or reallocated to manufacturers and vendors with new forms and regulations issued.
A string of counterfeit checks has plagued local businesses for months with cases including a 4750.00 theft drawn on a Oklahoma bank and marked no funds. Authorities warn residents to avoid endorsing or cashing unknown checks from strangers and to report suspected fraud promptly.
The State Civil Service Commission will hold exams January 25 24 25 and 26 to fill twenty three posts across departments including education commerce finance and penitentiary. Examinations 6 daily except January 6 five. The bulletin lists numerous positions and full details are available on request.
The region opened 1922 with a deep freeze as temperatures neared zero while noting the New Year’s brisk return to winter. Amid the chill the day carried calm, clear conditions and a generally favorable scene for local life and courthouse notices.
Recounted reflections on hospital stays and the impact of store advertising on public memory. Mentions Mrs Mabel Vonier and Mrs Vera Vonier of Stryker, along with Mr Vernon Shawley, all having recent operations and returning home. Observes that continuous promotion shapes choices and perceptions among the community.
Mrs Margery Sanders underwent an operation two weeks ago and was taken home Monday. The Fayette couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on December 12th, noting a family tradition and local observance.
December recorded varied temps with 53 to 59 degrees minimums and highs. Snow peaked at 2.5 inches on the fourteenth, with precip totals around .01 inches on the first. Local notes report Mrs Hazel Finkie and Mrs John Warner among residents, Ward H Smoot appointed to inspect power lines, and the death of John G Rosabeck at 80.
Ohio ranks as the fourth largest poultry producer in the nation per 1920 census figures with about 64 million dollars in value last year. Fire losses totaled 14 dollars across two incidents, including a 10 dollar total loss and a 4 dollar loss at two addresses in Wauseon. TEDROW BOY HONORED Howard Andrews was elected Vice President of Kendalville Lodge No. 322 in a recent Wauseon meeting, with duties affecting routes from Toledo to Kendalville and Auburn to Angola.
Prosecuting Attorney Canfield met with the Legion to plan state bonus applications. Frank Haber elected Secretary and Dr. F. Chuteau named county chair to oversee forms in this county. Applications will be filled locally, sent to Columbus, then vouchers mailed back. Voluntary work requires discharge copies to verify service dates. headquarters likely at the Legion Room over the T and L Station.
George Weber of Pettisville was discharged from service last week in a brief local notice detailing his release and hometown connection.
The Child Conservation League Vera 1st Berar Home of FP Mrs. Irvin Heist and Mrs. Delmar Kline host a meeting at the Library on Friday January 13. All members urged to attend. Senator Boise Penrose of Pennsylvania dies after brief illness in Washington. Funeral in Philadelphia. he entered the Senate in 1897 and influenced national politics. Ex service men and others invited to an Oyster Sipper at K of P Hall Thursday January 13 1921 at 6 30 p.m.
Mr Geo Geer bought Henry DeRosa’s shares of the Wanseoon Fruit Company. Geer, long a local clerk at Brigham Guilford, takes over ownership and will remain with the firm this week. The business will keep the same name with Howard Kolb joining Geer to solicit customers. DeRosa plans wholesale work and will seek a new location after eleven years in the area.
Wauseon High School lost to Woodward Tech by a 7 to 15 margin after a slow first half 19 to 5. Woodward Tech praised as the fastest local team by Principal Williams with Payne and Stands starring. Wauseon’s Lovie and R Gerr fought back in the second half. Next Friday Pioneer Five faces Wauseon after beating Archbold.
A county board passes a resolution enforcing amended Senate Bill 34 directing Sheriff to appoint Deputy W S Stevens as special traffic enforcer and official dog catcher. Stevens will be paid 3.50 per day for up to 20 days a month, allocated from Dog Fund and M and B funds.
Local column denounces opponents of West Elm Street improvement in Wauseon Ohio. Editorial criticizes foreign interests, municipal debt fears, and council election pressures while urging factual planning and proper engineering oversight for street widening and paving decisions.
Ernest J Crame born March 9 1882 Tedrow Ohio married May 23 1902 to Apes Belk Nap of Tedrow. He died December 29 1921 in Toledo after three days illness at age 39 and a half. He leaves wife daughter Glenn deceased and Irma hospitalized, plus siblings. Funeral held New Years Day at home of Mrs David Bingman Wauseon conducted by Rev S R Dunham. Hip Boot special at 2 50. Phone News to the Tri Tribune.
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