27 Jun 1914
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
1
John Harcha, Buena Vista postmaster for seventeen years, resigns effective July 1 to devote full time to his bid for the Republican nomination for sheriff. His term expired last January, but his record was strong enough that he could have stayed. Sherd Easter, a noted storekeeper, is the sole current applicant for the position.
Mayor Frick received a governor’s letter acknowledging a mayoral request to convene a special session. The governor stated Warnes law would be popular once its workings are understood by the people.
Manchester Ohio June 25 There are no prisoners in the Adams county jail The negro who broke into N and W cars received a four year term Confused notes mention Stevenson and burglary charges with releases The jail physician reported Youngstown born Chester collection agent Ack Johnson ill in custody Fined one dollar and teased He had been jailed since April 6 with many small creditors in Manchester none will seek re arrestment
Announcement from Griteration notes greatly reduced prices on men’s boys and children’s clothing with an emphasis on savings and limited-time offers across the store.
Judge Middleton, a candidate for the circuit courts, has spent the past days in Weat Union and Waverly, where he held court as part of an aggressive campaign.
J F Johntoy, a former teacher and attorney from Rt totwa, recently graduated Cincinnati Law School and passed the state bar. He is en route to Catuhine to appear before the Supreme Court on Thursday mornings to be sworn in and begin practice.
Dylan arranges plumbing for a new residence on Waverly street. Janet Waverley appears in local social notes as a visitor while the home undergoes renovation. Proceeds include a walkthrough of the plumbing setup and initiation of the installation process.
Have moved Mr and Mrs William Stevens of Third street into the Moyer Hat a square past their former residence. For sale or trade a mowing machine and a spring aragon. Address listings include John Nev 4th st Buckler's store Tong meadow Sciotorille O 44)
Wm Dillo visited Portsmouth last week, former home. Miss Davis from Portsmouth visits Miss Roxa Thatcher here. FD Gas Tight changed lights at the Christian church. ME church held an ice cream social. George Bradney from Portsmouth visited his parents here. Win Siailes of Mt Hope called on friends and enjoyed ice cream. Miss Liston from Portsmouth uses her brother Alton and friends here. Rev Upton of Otway attended Christian Sunday school and led the M E church service. Mrs A Snook and Mary Moore shopped in Portsmouth. Ice cream and cake supper planned Saturday evening at J D Leedom Co. for the daughter of Mrs K Wamsley. 0 Martin attended Otway on Saturday. Charley and Tinwitt Mitchell drove with Russell Jones to Portsmouth Sunday. Miss Francis Artes of Horstown is visiting friends there. Wise Emma Wansley visiting sister Mrs Rath Liston Blue Creek. Wamsley family visited brother Alton Sunday. Rev Samuel Elser and family visiting near Columbus. Mr Milan Grant of the U S Keersage on a three day trip, vacationing with locals. accompanied home by Mr Adam Long of the Alabama. Grant and Long reenlisted and expect to return to Philadelphia. Charles Sauer of Wheelerburg on insurance business. No McCowen and family of Wheelerburg visited home folks. Mrs Abbert Drum and family of Portsmouth visited here for the illness of her mother Mrs Searle.
The Boexivell commencement at White Gravel Monday night drew a large crowd. Various locals and families were noted, with attendees including Madi son township graduates and several residents visiting relatives.
Fragmented society items recount weekend visits and gatherings across Rocky Fork Blue Creek and surrounding areas. Names include Sabardas Roy Uptan Chatman Clyde Evans and many families visiting relatives, with scattered references to travel and local events.
An OCR snippet records a Sunday social gathering with Mrs Margaret Waster and a sister Lulieet Teickler, plus Mira Hirai and Va Meng Marley at Brenton. It mentions baby sharing time with Ma and Mrs Martin Waristes, and George Ralston visiting his niece Mrs Alton Wasieles in The Key Crees area.
Blanche and Abbie Gilliland visit Wellston to consult an oculist while Mrs. Andy Barns remains in poor health. Mrs. Dever visits South Webster. Baker spends a brief time with Gilliland. A. K. Jackson welcomes a baby girl. Miss Edna Comer stays with Aunt Mrs. Karl Kulner. Rev. Morris conducts service at Valley. Mrs. Kitty Ann Nano is seriously ill. Stewart of Sout Webster assists Dever during harvest. Reed stays with A. Dever. Fanny Gillliard visits her sister Mrs. Bart Lenheart. Edward Shope, blacksmith of South Webster, seeks a bride with Falter Hanes aiding. Maud Gilliland visits Aunt Elizabeth Parks in poor health. Gilliland family spent Saturday with Fred Poorker. Sam Parks and Joy Shoemate visit. Ted Dixon improves after near death.
An old social column notes Mr. Tippe hosting guests including Mrs Collett, Miss Collett, and family. Attendees include Clare Andee, Jamil Mea, Alex Fronel, Ron Gable, and others at Collett's grove with a musical segment by Antieels Sudkiy and Dyueie band.
Lily Ohig Vhorg titled Children’s Day service at Porter Church with Pred Milter and children, Mrs Thompson, and Mr and Mrs Charlie Thomash among attendees. Several families hosted guests including Mrs Marl Baer and Mrs Dawns White, plus William Hall and Loretta, Cecil and Ray Cottle, Ralph Miller, and Pete Hall.
A garbled, fragmented passage lists names such as Miss Barter, Miss Hier, Miss Pearl Pires, and Mrs Willian Chomieghian among scattered references to weddings, elopements, and visits. The text mentions relatives, ceremonies, and places like Havre Strains and Uht, with no coherent event or date clearly discernible.
The page records leisurely social items from Haverhill including visits by Miss Moise Kutledge of Dinvnat to her aunt Mrs Mes, Prat,tt CL Lewis and family in town, and Mr. Walter Dempsey spending Sunday with Mrs. Hea Witters. It notes a church program attendance, engagements in Green Saberday, and multiple small gatherings among local residents and guests with brief mentions of names and places.
A brief card of thanks expresses gratitude to friends and relatives who offered kindness after a death. It notes appreciation for supportive letters and visits and mentions a church event and personal memories. The message preserves names and small details from the period while conveying heartfelt thanks.
A thunderstorm moved through the city on Thursday afternoon, cooling the scorching heat that peaked at 100 degrees. Within twenty minutes the temperature fell to 82 as heavy rain and strong winds refreshed the sweltering area, aiding crops. The storm featured sharp lightning.
A training school for low second grade pupils is established at the high school building by Prof. Frank Appel. From right to ten pupils can be cared for up to 8 15 each morning and the same avorlier from 8 15 to 9 30. Reading is taught the primary grade pupils and instruction is free. Prof. Appel's normal school is progressing well, the investment reaching 105.
County commissioners expect a Thursday afternoon visit from State Highway Commissioner Marker Chief Assistant Bruning and other state highway officials. They arrived Thursday morning and will travel to Portsmouth by car arriving about 6 o clock Thursday afternoon to discuss improvements on the West Side Y yon project.
Night Sergeant Marshall disarmed Edwell after a confrontation on Chillicothe Street. Edwell wielded an eight inch butcher knife and resisted arrest for disorderly conduct and assaulting an officer. He pleaded guilty to intoxication and disorderly conduct, paid fines and costs, and was jailed overnight. The incident followed a drunken dispute with his wife that evening.
City officials report ongoing dispute over Officer Bonzo in the West End. Mayor Frick confirms transfer options while residents and officers debate claimants, timing, and governance amid a heat wave and livestock losses. One lightning strike killed a cow on Dogwood Ridge. Local vets treated many heat affected animals as livestock deaths rose.
Notice announces the appointment of Loti Po Weiss as executor of the estate of Lizzie Weiss, deceased. The probate court in the county of Digan has ordered the appointment, dated this day of June.
Democrats of Scioto County praise J. I. Hudson as a tested leader with strong local wins. He carried his precinct, ward, city, county and district in senatorial races and outpolled rivals in Portsmouth in 1910 and 1912. Endorsement urges voters to support him in the August primary.
Eugene W. Crichton of 1416 Third street wed Grata Preller of 2929 Eighth city in Cincinnati on Wednesday. After a brief stay at Havlin hotel they returned to this city to prepare their home on Grant street. Crichton works in the leather department of Irving Drew Shoe Co. The bride is daughter of Fred J. and Mrs. Sarah Preller. A marriage license record shows Fusene W. Crichton, 40, train inspector, Portsmouth, O, and Grata Preller, 19, Havlin hotel.
A local scene in a small town erupts after a neighbor spreads rumors about a visiting couple from Portsmouth. Accusations of disappearance of a trunk and unpaid rents lead to police action and confiscation of belongings, but most items are later recovered and calm returns.
Rebert afer ranchman and his wife with Jarot Gildean visited his father deh Thafer in Bla Orock and traveled from Pinebhi to Adams county. Hafer has been in Wyoming for thirteen years and this is his second visit to the present home since going West.
A man attempting to rescue his wife in the Ohio River near South Point Ghig nearly lost his life. He swam to Arthur, grabbed him, and was dragged under as Arthur slipped free and drowned. The rescuer then suffered cramps and disappeared beneath the waves, with others fearing a similar fate for Arthur Clinton Davidson, a local marshal.
Henry Flalidac and Mogier Blal faced assault charges as bound over to the grand jury. The Cotday brothers, linked to the incident at Shantybaut, were sent to the county jail after pleading not guilty to the charges. A brawl at the scene led to Porter claiming provocation while the Porters and others testified to the confrontation.
Fragmentary report notes Hanson and an organization adjusting a "Mirley" building. A left hand finger injury is described with garbled detail. No clear names, dates, or outcomes available. more readable text needed for precise summary.
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