Immersed man dies after baptism in tank in Delaware
William H. McCoy aged 27 died after immersion in a galvanized watering tank in his room at the home of his foster parents in Magnetic Springs Delaware. Officials ruled death from treatment during an unlawful immersion in cold water by J N Wilson and Rev J H Pennell. Funeral held at Church of Christ Magnetic Springs with burial at Hopewell cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. McCoy
James Glassborn
Delaware
Mr. McCoy
J. M. Wilson
Magnetic Springs
McCoy
J. H. Pennell
Lloyd Winter
Richwood
VanDeman
William Herbert McCoy
J. H. Pennel
J. N. Wilson
Bertha Wilson McCoy
Delaware County
Church of Christ
Hopewell Cemetery
Automobile Stolen Suspect Jailed in Court
Croggin Bailey’s garage on Herbert street was broken into and a Dodge sedan owned by Samuel McElroy was stolen. The car was found ditched on a by-road near Tawnpike by the Tawa school house, with tools and rope missing. Harry Tanner was arrested after a rope matching the tow line was found at his home and bound over to the common pleas court in $2,000. he could not post bond and is jailed. McElroy lies ill after a paralysis stroke Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croggin Bailey
Herbert Street
Samuel McElroy
Officer Penney
Tawnpike
Tawa School
Harry Tanner
Tanner
Ogan
Common Pleas Court
McElroy
Raymond Blacksmith Retires After 87 Years of Craft
Brad Hess, long time blacksmith at Raymond, retires after reaching 87 years. He will relocate to Pontiac, Michigan to live with his son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Blacksmith
Brad Hess
Raymond
Pontiac
Michigan
Help Hidden Between a Book's Covers
A concise line hints that the true aid comes from books rather than people, suggesting the quiet power of reading. The remark implies books offer guidance and comfort beyond ordinary social support.
Junior-Senior Reception Sets Dates At Local Baptist Church
School calendar lists events from April 17 reception at the Baptist church to May 18 commencement at the Opera House. Proceeds from the operetta totaled 288.38 with 160.07 expenditures saving 128.31 for music and books. The Senior play The Lion and the Mouse by Charles Klein is upcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Cosby
Opera House
Lion and the Mouse
Charles Klein
George O Fisher Dies After Eight Years Illness at 77
George O Fisher died at his north Clinton Street home after an eight year paralysis illness. Born May 25 1847 near Richwood he was the son of Benjamin and Catherine Fisher. Survived by wife two sons C F Fisher L B Fisher of California a brother William Fisher Richwood two sisters Malissa Gill Marion and Viola Brokaw Detroit. Funeral Monday at home Rev C L Gowdy officiating with burial in Claiborne mausoleum. Lloyd Winter in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George O. Fisher
North Clinton Street
Mr. Fisher
Richwood
Benjamin
Catherine Fisher
Methodist Episcopal Church
C. F. Fisher
L. B. Fisher
California
William Fisher
Malissa Gill
Marion
Fire Nearly Destroys Orchard at Delaware
The Delaware Gazette reports that a second fire damaged the Main orchard after a week of grass flames. The first blaze burned over 20 acres, and a follow up fire destroyed 17 more, leaving only 80 of 1350 apple trees intact with about 3 percent of the orchard escaping.
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Delaware
Main
Delaware Gazette
Stolen Chickens Reported From West Bomford Street
Twelve chickens were taken from Mrs Abe Kline on West Bomford Street Sunday night. Officials were alerted and evidence found causing suspicion of the alleged thieves. No arrests have been made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Kline
West Bomford Street
Life in Full of Dangerous Crossings
A compact reflection on travel peril and moral duty, portraying crossings as perilous and the conscience as a guiding flagman in life’s journey.
Five of Our Six American Wars Began in April
Five of America's six major wars started in April including the Revolutionary War on April 19 1775 the Mexican War on April 24 1846 the Civil War began April 12 1861 with Fort Sumter the Spanish American War began April 19 1898 and World War I began April 6 1917 The Civil War ended in April 1865 with Lee's surrender at Appomattox and Lincoln's assassination while the War of 1812 did not begin in April.
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America
Texas
Ft. Sumter
South Carolina
United States
Germany
Lee
Appomattox
Lincoln
Uncle Sam
England
Social events fill week with faith groups and clubs
The Home Missionary society met at Mrs. C. E. Holycross for an Indian themed program led by Mrs. G. M. Howard, followed by social time and refreshments. The Philathea Baptist class hosted forty plus for a parish social and lunch. The M. E. Kitchen Cabinet Orchestra performed in York raising funds for the Aid society. Harmonious club guests enjoyed Easter themed favors and games at the Cramer home. Dining guests included the Meddles and Rogers families with relatives from Marion Columbus and Essex. Fortnightly Literary club closed its year with a four stunt program and luncheon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harmonious Club
J. E. Cramer
Local church group activities and lodge meeting report
Mrs Edna Smith hosted a Sunday School class at her home with forty two attendees including members neighbors and friends. The meeting featured devotionals business talk readings music talks a contest refreshments and social time. A May meeting is planned at Mr and Mrs John Sidle. Livingston Post W R C No 291 held a regular meeting with about 40 in attendance initiating six new members followed by speeches and lunch. The Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Baptist church met with Mrs W A Harrison. The program covered Our Work in the Home Land Do You Know Real Self Denial and Missionary Questions with various participants leading readings duets and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Smith
Claibourne M. P
John Sidle
Livingston Post
No 291
Nettie Sieg
Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Baptist Church
W. A. Harrison
A. D. Parish
Roberts
C. H. Cocby
Home Land
J. E. Langstaff
Glenn Petty
Harley LeMasters
Grover Fields
F. C. Swartout
Librarian Reports First Quarter 1925 Activities
The report covers January to April 1925 with 3634 books loaned and an average monthly loan of 1214. It notes 2400 books owned, a peak daily loan of 170, and gifts including Youths Companion 1924 volume and Stoddard's Lectures from Mrs Lizzie Copp. New purchases list numerous titles and authors. Nora E Lake is the Librarian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Tennant
Stoddard
Lizzie Copp
Thundering Herd
Gray
Carlyle
Shirley
Bronte
Thomson
Bennett
Father Abraham
Bachellor
Cobb
Woodsman
Abbott
Westwind
Burgess
Mothers of the old days stay active at home
A remark notes that in the past mothers used their legs for daily chores and childcare rather than showcasing luxury items like a $5 pair of silk stockings.
Honeymoon Turns Violent as Tongue Used to Coerce
A troubling incident unfolds during a honeymoon when one partner uses coercive verbal force rather than tears to compel compliance. The report notes the disturbing shift in behavior and its impact on the relationship dynamics.
Health as Foundation of Public Happiness and Power
Quote attribution to William Howard Taft stating health underpins national well being and strength, emphasizing the link between citizens’ well being and a strong country. The remark frames health as essential to happiness and national power.
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William H. Taft
Miss Zaidee Chandler Completes Ten Years Sunday School
Easter Sunday marked a decade of perfect Sunday School attendance by Miss Zaidee Chandler at Claibourne M. P. church. She has taught the beginners and primary classes for 32 years, with a 25 year stint as cradle roll superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zaidee Chandler
Claibourne M. P
Miss Chandler
Richwood Talent to Broadcast from Ohio Penitentiary Chapel
A program will be broadcast next Sunday morning starting at 9 o clock EST from the Ohio Penitentiary chapel with Richwood talent performing music and a loud speaker at the Methodist Episcopal church so all may hear. The lineup includes Miss Kathleen Imbody Mrs L J McCoy Mrs E B Hostetter Royal Winter and Miss Pauline Ridgeway with Rev Clarke L Gowdy delivering the sermon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richwood
Chapel of the Ohio Penitentiary
Methodist Episcopal Church
M. E. Sunday School
Kathleen Imbody
L. J. McCoy
E. B. Hostetter
Royal Winter
Clarke L. Gowdy
M. E. Church
Pauline Ridge
Among Our Churches Service Broadcast From Columbus
An unusual service on Sunday April 19 1925 from 9 to 10 AM will be broadcast from Columbus to Richwood M E church with a church radio and loudspeakers. Worshippers are urged to attend the church rather than listen remotely as home tuning could disturb the service. Reverend Gowdy delivers the sermon with community choir and Epworth League at 6 30 PM. Evening service at 7 30 PM features Rev Dr Courtney. Wednesday mid week service at 7 30 PM led by C L Gowdy.
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Columbus
Richwood M. E
Gowdy
Epworth League
Courtney
C. L. Gowdy
Church Cleared of Debt After Rally Day
Last Sunday was a red-letter day as every dollar of the church debt on an 82000 building was provided for. Sunday school at 9 45 A M with J E Langstaff as superintendent. The pastor spoke at 11 A M and 8 P M on The Preeminence of Christ and Anti toxin for Sin. B Y P U met at 7 15 P M and a Wednesday 8 P M prayer meeting welcomed all.
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J. E. Langstaff
Sabbath Services at First Presbyterian Set for April Nineteenth
Sabbath school begins at 9:45 led by Supt Prof Beeman. Pastor away, Rev James Winkler to preach at 10:45 morning service. Evening service canceled. C E society meets at 6:45. J L Fisher urges strong attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beeman
James Winkler
Winkler
C. E. Society
J. L. Fisher
Methodist Protestant Church Sunday Services and Activities
Sunday school starts at 9 30 with special sermons at 10 30 and 7 30. Special singing and fellowship plus warm spiritual services. Christian Endeavor meets at 6 30 to boost. Mid week song and praise on Wednesday at 7 30. Pastor B F McKinnon invites attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Endeavor
B. F. McKinnon
Lutheran Church Sunday School and Communion Schedule
Lutheran Church notices announce Sunday school at 2 30 P M with Mr Jacob Schurch as superintendent Preparatory services and Holy Communion at 315 P M Communion to follow Sunday school Easter offering for synod institutions Pastor C H Hunziger led service and announcements
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Lutheran Church
Church of Christ
Jacob Schurch
Synod
C. H. S. Hunziker
Claiborne Circuit M P Church Announces Services
Bible school at 10 A M. Preaching at Claiborne at 11 A M. Baccalaureate service at Pharisburg at 8 o'clock. Clyde T Parish, pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claiborne
Pharisburg
Clyde T. Parish
Pasor
Erie Protests Bus Line Permit Competition
The Erie railroad company filed a protest with the state utilities commission in Columbus against granting a permit to J. A. Boyer of Ashley to run motor buses. They argue the bus operation would compete with their Richwood to Marion line.
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Erie Railroad Company
Commisson
Columbus
J. A. Boyer
Ashley
Richwood
Marion
Beautiful Easter Cantata Delights Parish Choir
Beautifully sung Easter cantata Steiner's Crucifixion was performed by the Methodist Episcopal choir with soloists Aaron Durnell and Roger Turner from the Westminster choir of Dayton. They also sang in Delaware First Presbyterian church. The quartet by Mrs. McCoy, Mrs. Hostetter, Mr. Durnell and Mr. Turner received high praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steiner
Methodist Episcopal Choir
Aaron Darnell
Roger Turner
Westminster Choir
Dayton
Church Debt Cleared After Four Year Pledge Drive
Dr. H. F. Divine of Brooklyn preached at Richwood Baptist last Sunday marking the four year anniversary of the church dedication. A special Sunday school program preceded the day’s talk as parishioners were urged to honor pledges. A week of appeals raised $2,311 to fully retire the church debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Divine
Brooklyn
N. Y
Richwood Baptist Church
Divine
Repairing Fulton Street Under M B Koffroth Direction
A force of men under the direction of M B Koffroth repair Fulton street between Ottawa and Blagrove streets. The street is excavated and will be refilled with crushed stone and the surface made water bound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. B. Koffroth
Fulton Street
Ottawa
Blagrove Streets
Funeral Friend Warns With Harsh Sentiments
A reflective line notes that no event is as depressing as a friend urging talk for one’s own good, hinting at an awkward, heavy social moment and the weight of unasked advice in times of sorrow.
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WM. H. McOy
Losis
Baptist Sunday School
Richwood Fair Ground
C. S. Cosby
Reaper
Lexington and Concord
Frontier
Home Missionary Society of the
C. E. Holycross
G. M. Howard
Thibaut
The
M. E. Kitchen Kabinet Orchestra
York
Aid Society
Harry Bristley
J . E. Meddles
Pearl Meddles
Lewis Meddles
Lester Rogers
Roy
Lockwood and Son
G. E. Parish
Essex
Lucille Livingston
Olive Sinkey
Emylin Close
Librarian's Report
Richwood Churches
Baptist Church Sunday School
First Baptist Church
Our
First Presbyterian Church
Methodist Protestant Church
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