Rubbish Fires Ravage North End Homes Downtown
A pile of rubbish burned behind Leroy Johnson’s home at Thirteenth and North Waller, triggering a major blaze that destroyed Johnson’s stable, damaged James Bond’s house, and ruined Mrs. Tee Hyatt’s shed. Sparks endangered the Goodpaster granary and a Fifteenth Street house but were quickly controlled. The Johnson home and Bond residence were heavily damaged. Reinhardt family losses include most household goods. Firefighters fought hard. one steam hose failed briefly, but action averted greater loss.
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Leroy Johnson
Thirteenth
Waller Streets
Johnson
James Bond
Carpenter
Bond
Tee Hyatt
Mr. Bond
Huntington
Ion
Twelfth
Waller
Fifteenth Street
Johnson House
Reitthardt
Alrance
Reinhardt
Axeelyiar Shar Co
Rand
Birth of a Baby Reported in Portsmouth Alley
Police investigated the birth of a baby found in an alley near Eleventh and Otter streets. The mother Miss Maw Canter, a young woman who had earlier sought boarding house permission, claimed Charleston man Charles Wileson was the father but she refused to name him.
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Asting
Eleventh and
Ottere Streets
Maw Canter
Wroman
Portsmouth
Charles Wileson
Charleston
Daughters Receive Only A Dollar Each In Will Bequest
A will from Presiarw Hackworth of Tarden township leaves his daughters and grandchildren modest bequests. Daughters Neo wa oun, Sacha Carter, Dor aglor receive one dollar each and a one hundred dollar annual trust for Vat, fie Tackworth. Grandchildren get one dollar each. Executor not yet appointed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neowa Oun
Sacha Carter
Doraglor
Wis Hl
Youth Given Reform School Custody After Court
A youth was held in a provincial court for a Mead and Tilake incident and committed to Lakeaster Reform School. The defendant faces alleged details of the case and pending arrangements for transfer to the reform institution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerventhe Cours
Edyage Moutty
Lakeaster Reform School
Marlee Allegesd
Mack Slau Witte Tolin Tughes
Wi Iarvey
Lie
Dria Seartonend
Nyaday
Unclear fragment describes a performer on duty with mixed actions
The readable text fragment hints at a performer or worker facing risk yet remaining on duty, displaying mixed strength and humor amid unclear events. Key terms include references to a tank, Sunday, and minor injuries, but core meaning is obscured by garbled OCR.
Nervous disorders aided by Dr Williams Pink Pills
A testimonial from M Piarelay of Columbus Ohio praising Dr Williams Pink Pills for nervous disorders. The account describes four years of fatigue irritability weight loss and insomnia improved after taking the pills, claims quick relief and restored appetite. The ad asserts the pills purify blood supply and strengthen nerves with no habit forming ingredients. It notes price 60 cents per box or six for $2.50 and offers a free booklet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curis Avenue
Columbus
Ohio
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
Wile l
Specialist 8 Here Special Agent Moore in City Milk Inquiry
William B Moore a noted milk specialist from Colimbag Chicago and Denver revisited Portamoutt area about sanitary milk concerns. He praises local awakening and notes Portsmouth could lead in dairy reform if work continues. Moore, a former Kursnely University student, considers a Tot Springs Arkansas offer to build a certified milk plant but will stay a few days. He is currently involved with Prof Merehikott's Mulvarian milk culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William B. Moore
Colimbag
Chicago
Denver
IK Lere
Moore
Portamoutt
Mukervihan
Portsmouth
Witers
Str
Kourneley University
Tle
Tot Springs
Merehikott
Baldwin Poised for Big Time Elks Convention
Saar Beldyia reports from Sine x that the Elks convention is two weeks away with two experts expected to attend. Baldwin plans a three week stay and leads a Vad teat with plays. He aims to spend his time enjoying the eastern private setting in Vorbis ninth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saar Beldyia
Sinex
Elks
Wks
Baldwin
Boston Man Reunites After Wife and Children Leave
John Boston, a hard working laborer at the local N and W terminals, discovers his wife and three children have moved to Portsmouth on Gallia Street near Gay. The family had faced tensions over a married woman with whom Mrs. Boston is alleged to have made trips, leading to the separation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aire
John Boston
New Boston
Star Yards
F. B. Nelson
Boston
Portsmouth
Roster
Cabbage Shipments Reach Norfolk as Prices Rise
A few small shipments arrived Saturday from Norfolk Washington and cabbage sold at higher prices. The scene hints at shortages and swelling costs per pound as markets adjust to limited supply and rising demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
State Aims to End Short Weighing of Food in Ohio
Columbus officials plan a state wide drive with county and city sealers to urge prosecutors to crack down on short weighing and measuring of commodities. Starting July 1, local sealers must file legal actions against offenders under new food sale laws. The key rule requires that test food products be sold by weight or numerical count. bread is exempt. First offenses incur fines from 100 to 100, second offenses carry 25 to 200 and possible imprisonment up to three months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio
Dairy and Food
Esky Beigitors
Meginning
Ben Neighbors Arrested After Chalk Line Walk Incident
A quiet Sunday afternoon event led to Ben Neighbors being arrested after police were alerted by passers-by who mistook him for drunkenness. He reportedly crawled into a car and slept, claiming exhaustion from work on an ice wagon. He walked a chalk line to demonstrate sobriety and then left unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ems Ag
Ben
Fey
Grand Jury Holds A Special Session
A special grand jury met at the courthouse Tuesday noon after Judge Blair ordered its summons. Foreman Joe Brushart led a panel of jurors as they examined witnesses and heard hearings on alleged improper relations with females under the age. Indictments were considered but not issued due to the unavailability of the indicted individuals. the jury was excused after completing its task.
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Court House
Torenoon
Blair
Joe. Brushart
Finney
Fullerton
Wwwhl. Williams
J. J. Spencer
Charles Donahus
Fred J. Doerr
James Bitts
Hartman Stoker
Sampson Eckhart
Ed Sheppard
Walter Goodman
Frank Dever
Annies I Smith
Ff Beushart
Willian Rase
Hamlet
Severn
Snir
Auto collision near Piker ton injures cow
James Selby’s car struck a cow near Piker ton on Monday night as he drove to Chillicothe. The injured animal was believed to be fatally hurt but survived after the owner later contacted War yerly to arrange damage compensation. Selby claimed the crash was unintentional and offered to settle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chillicothe
James ‘Selby
Pikerton
Selby
New Residents Arrive in City Amid Stirrings of Change
New residents arrive in the city with mentions of families and streets as locals note shifts in population. The fragment references a Monday event near Verte Avenue and hints at unfamiliar names or origins without detailing outcomes.
Morford Claims Good Health After Career Move
Morford, a former resident of Theineberg alleys, writes from Covington about his improved health. He cites a new position with a prominent company after travels to Cinchinan and a stop in Lishowe sville, expressing optimism about future success and long term prospects.
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Morford
Wiliam Mayford
Theineberg
Var
Cinchinan
Adelph
Lishowesville
Covington
Agaimanien
Tisza
Ely
Replanting Theis Corn After Weather Bailout
Report notes replanting activity for Theis corn between late August and early September. Farmers Aaa Sedotye, Tatton, and Searls coordinate reseeding efforts with assistance from agronomists. Dates indicate planting window around 24 to HIB aero, reflecting wet conditions and soil readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted
Rlaanigan Aiipe
Alfred Willis Charged After Alleged Assault on Shonkwiler
Alfred Willis, a hardware dealer, faced a formal charge after allegedly assaulting Mr. Shonkwiler on Monday. Willis was examined in probate court and transferred to the jail on the charge, with Judge Hos addressing the case. The incident occurred amid scattered details and uncertain testimony as the proceedings moved forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Willis
Iit
Ayfeune Hardware
Wills
Von
Shoutilegs
Shonka
Willis
Joba Rekhart
Hos
Mrs Trego Delivers Prohibition Lecture at First Uepihist
Mrs Rebecca Trego of Vieveland spoke at the First Uephist church on W.G.T.U. work. She urged Portsmouth men and women to fight liquor, showing pictures of alcohol's harm from the stomach to delirium tremens and a final, ruinous end. She warned against the liquor trade and urged purity and character, ending with a message of redemption through Jesus Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebecca Trego
Vieveland
Rego
Africa
England
America
Adkins Buys Two Lots in Long Meadow Addition
TL. B. Adkins motion picture operator at the Orpheum theatre has bought two lots in Long Meadow addition through Agent Jordan. The deal closed Monday evening. He plans to build a cottage on one lot and retain the other as an investment. Foley's Kidney Remedy is praised by Ty McConnell of Elmira for its kidney and bladder benefits.
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TL. B. Adkins
Orpheum Theatre
Long Meadow Addition
Jordan
Mr. Adkins
Foley
Ty, McConnell
Catheria St
Elmira
Fisher & Strrieh
Portsmouth
Ohis
Administrator files estate account in probate listing
Administrator has filed his account for the estate of Arthie Allen. Total appraisement 8225.05 with 1800 real estate. Ob R Gilliland administrator, appraisers Ed. Worgom A HW Finney and Henry W Heer. Also notes Jesse Ink returned from West Virginia with severe rheumatism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthie Allen
Ob. R. Gilliland
Ed. Worgom
A. HW. Finney
Henry W. Heer
Jesse Inck
West Virginia
Attachment action in Wayne Township Ohio 1911
Doel Shannon appears before Justice John W. Byron in Wayne County Ohio on May 6 1911 an order of attachment is issued against the defendant for nineteen dollars and six cents in favor of Gentry & Co represented by B P L Gentry
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doel Shannon
John W. Byron
Wayne _ Township
Senate County
Ohio
PB. Ti, Gentry & Co
B. PL Gentry
Notice To Contractors for County Building Repairs Bid
Notice to contractors bids due by noon Monday at the office of De Voss and Wilson architects Curley Building for labor and material to repair and improve the County Jail Building. Bond or cashier's check of 3100 due with bid, bid security payable to the County Auditor. Board reserves right to reject any bid.
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Board of Hdveation
Rush Township
McDermott
Devoss & Wilson
Turley
Portsmouth
Board of Fidusation
Luly
Ofice of
de Voss & Wilson Architets
Curley
Cownty
Ac Condaner
Office of
Striret Ace Cforaner
Speetierttors
Board of Commissioners
de Voss and
Wilson
Iinto
Owithin
Pater
Throuers of
Seiore
Sal County
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North End
Mr. Brown
Muscading
King
Fisher & Streich Pharn
Jrders
Lockwood
Grand Jury
Pfeifer
Cincinnati
O. Earah
Pfeifer & CO
Cwurracter
Taloa Mo Willams
Hostzert
Willian Lamier Company
Waxler
Mayhew
Beherca K
Seioln
Hig
Cilas. Nunley
Board of Education
Dr. Wrights Rapid Reet
Reeves Renee
Trigl
Wright Rapid Relief
Peebies
Dude
Elgin
Albert Zoellner
Gentry & Co
CG. W. Emmert
Scioto County
Second Street
O. Patterson
Tine Tower Post Card Co
West Second Bt
Shoemaker Hardware CO
Gallia St
Frank McCurdy
Wheelersbure
C. Chas
Spratt
Embalmer
Funcral
Wheelershots Exchange
Bell Phone
Louis L.hacquard
Pankalmer
Wheelsburg Exchange
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