Lena Rivers Visit Prompts City Council Delay
The Richwood village council met Monday with Mayor Ogan and Clerk Jordan. They instructed Kennedy to halt north Franklin street work until spring and to clear Race Street for travel while cleaning crossings. The council joined Kennedy at the Lena Rivers entertainment and praised the show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogan
Jordan
Joe
Cannon
L. F. Dolan
Marysville
Freshwater & Sons
Franklin Street
Dolan
Kennedy
Ringwald & Sons
Race Street
Erie Railroad
Beaver
Parker
J. C. Kennedy
Opera House
Richwood
Among Our Churches in York and Richwood
This column lists upcoming services and meetings across York Presbyterian, Richwood Baptist, and local Baptist churches. Highlights include Dec 11 Sunday worship at York Presbyterian at 2 30 pm, a Woman's Missionary Society meeting Dec 14 at 2 pm, and a Richwood Sunday school institute Dec 15 18 led by Rev. W A Holmes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York Presbyterian Church
Woman's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
S. A. McNeal
Charles Snowden
The
Baptist Church
Richwood Baptist Church
W. A. Holmes
Granville
Ohio
R. D. Cross
Appreciation Note From A Canadian Gazette Subscriber
A reader in the northwestern part of the Dominion of Canada expresses appreciation for the Gazette-Republican. The Canadian patron writes to ensure weekly delivery and confirms value of the newspaper despite occasional delays from Uncle Sam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gazette-Republican
Dominion of Canada
Sam
Max Wolgamot's Sled Hitches to Wrong Star
Last Saturday Max Wolgamot tied his sled to a farmer's rig heading west. A knot in the rope held the sled fast until he reached the forks west of town, then he had to abandon and return home broken-hearted. He asks the farmer to return the sled to Eagle drug store for payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Wolgamot
Max
Eagle Drug Store
Senior Class Entertained at Richwood Rural Home
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Allen hosted the senior class and friends at their rural home northwest of Richwood on Friday evening December 2 in honor of Roy Allen’s eighteenth birthday. Gold and white decor set the scene for a two course luncheon then games crowned Miss Doris Hubbard and Miss Marie Curry as winners while Fred Cheney and Bernard Coe took booby prizes. Roy received a handsome present and best wishes for many more birthdays. The Embroidery Club met at Mrs. J. P. Brooks on South Filton Street enjoying needlework with Mesdames O. G. Bolenbaugh and A. J. Miller present. Refreshments followed. Next meeting will be at Mrs. A. B. Simmons on December 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Allen
Richwood
Roy
Doris Hubbard
Marie Curry
Fred Cheney
Bernard Coe
Embroidery Club
J. P. Brooks
South Filton Street
Mesdames
O. G. Bolenbaugh
A. J. Miller
A. B. Simons
Ex Mayor Norris Weds in Van Wert Ohio
Ex mayor C. S. Norris of Richwood quietly traveled to Van Wert Ohio on November 30 to marry Mrs. Mary Penry of Radnor Ohio. The ceremony was at the bride’s parents home with Rev. T. P. James officiating. The couple plans a Chattanooga Tennessee visit before returning to Richwood to establish a home on east Bomford street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norris
Richwood
van Wert
Ohio
Mary Penry
Radnor
T. P. James
Baptist Church
Chattanooga
the Gazette-Republican
Christmas ad space in next Gazette Republic
Notice urges early Christmas advertising space in the Gazette Republic to be mailed to Union county homes. Mrs. Kittie Vaughan fell from a porch at E. I. Fissel residence last Wednesday at about nine o clock and sprained her right arm, leaving her unable to work since.
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the Gazette-Republican
Union County
Kittie Vaughan
E. I. Fissel
Meat wagon offers honest weights and quality stock
W. C. Wood promotes his meat business stressing he sells only the best stock at fair prices and with honest weights. He invites customers to call a local phone number or buy from his wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Wood
Richwood Pioneer Mrs Elizabeth Rose Dies at 82
Mrs Elizabeth Rose a longtime Richwood resident and former schoolteacher died suddenly early in December after double pneumonia. Born Elizabeth Schecter in Maryland, she lived most of her life near Richwood and in Morrow county. She married Simeon Adams in 1850 and later Austin Rose. survivors include C McAllister Frank L. and Henry Adams. Funeral held at her home with Rev Lloyd officiating, interment Claiborne cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Rose
Frank Adams
West Ottawa Street
Elizabeth Schecter
Maryland
Samuel
Margaret Schecter
Morrow County
Ohio
Richwood
Simeon Adams
C. McAllister
Frank L
Henry Adams
Margaret
Emma
Mr. Adams
Austin Rose
Delta
Iowa
Lloyd
Presbyterian Church
Claiborne Cemetery
Exquisitely Decorated Xmas Windows at The Factory Store
Richwood showcases elaborate Xmas window displays highlighting holly green panels, oak framework, lattice work, and electric bells. Lead decorator W I Metcalf brings long experience from Mansfield, Bloomington, and Toledo stores, underscoring the shop’s commitment to Quality Merchandise and Quality Service.
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Ohio
W. I. Metcalf
Metcalf
Mansfield
Bloomington
Richwood
Toledo
Rural Friends and Neighbors Share Weekend Notices
Dr. Baldwin of Marion visited town on Saturday afternoon. A D Parish and wife returned from Wheeling West Virginia. Mrs Jesse Williams and daughter Mattie came home from the West. F M Parish and wife stay with C W Chapman family. Hosea Williams of Prospect visited his parents. Frank Tarpning and family with C C Tarpning spent Sunday with Ira Tarpning’s family. About thirty neighbors gathered to honor Mrs C W Chapman as she marked another milestone with a fine dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Parish
Marion
C. W. Chapman
Hosea Williams
Prospect
Jesse Williams
Frank Tarpning
C. C. Tarpning
Ira Tarpning
Richwood
Mrs J F Rapp and Mrs Boggs Visit Marion Relatives
Mrs J F Rapp and Mrs Boggs were guests Tuesday and Wednesday of relatives and friends in Marion, sharing time with local families and community members during their visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Rapp
O. T. Boggs
Marion
Claiborne Cullings Social Notes
Eunice Moore visits Dayton Ohio with friends. Miss Bessie Whitehead of Marion visits at G W Moore's home. William Styer spends time with Henry Rodgers family. Frances Moore of Richwood visits Dick Moore. Sherman Hill and family stay with Chas Hornbeck. Jesse Webb visits his parents Dick Webb and wife. Sam Hanby of Summersville visits George Reigle. Mabel Worstell near Marysville visits Lulu Snyder. Blanche Thornburg of Marion and Fred McPeck of West Mansfield visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Whitehead
Marion
G. W. Moore
William Styer
Henry Rodgers
Frances Moore
Richwood
Dick Moore
Sherman Hill
Chas
Hornbeck
Blanche Thornburg
Fred McPeck
West Mansfield
Sunday Together With S S Johnson and Family
The note records a family time spent on Sunday in the company of S. S. Johnson and relatives.
Community Notes and Society Roundup
Ben Bierce is back after two weeks of illness, while Mrs. Bierce remains ill. Watt Sharp family Vernon Robinson and sister Gertie visited their brother E. J. Robinson on Sunday. Mrs. Crotinger left for Kansas after a four week stay with relatives. Beach Grove church reopens next Sunday for services after repairs. Mrs. Chas Gay and Anna Drake attended the Marysville Sunday school convention as Black Hawk delegates. Ed Hildreth marked a birthday with a surprise gathering of over fifty friends on November 29th, the feast-filled party leaving guests full and happy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Crotinger
John McKitrick
Kansas
Beach Grove
Chas. Gay
Anna Drake
Marysville
Black Hawk
Spratt and Zuspan Tie Knot in Prospect
Richwood couple Mer B. Spratt and Hazel Zuspan were married at the groom's mother Mrs. J. W. Milligan home in Prospect last Saturday evening. The couple will reside in Richwood and receive best wishes from relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mer B. Spratt
Hazel Zuspan
Richwood
J. W. Milligan
Prospect
Prominent Pioneer Brookins Stricken With Paralysis and Ill
W C M Brookins a longtime Eaton druggist now retired is seriously ill after a stroke and has been moved to Oxford Retreat sanatorium in Oxford Ohio for treatment. The illness restrains his mental faculties. at 83 he is held in high esteem by Eaton and the county.
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Eaton
Ohio
W. C. M. Brookins
Kittie Vaughn
Edward McCombs
Richwood
Oxford Retreat
Oxford
Brookins
Cook
Early Richwood Pioneer Visits and Illness
Mr. Brookins, an early Richwood pioneer, had recent visits with Mrs. Vaughn and Mrs. McCombs. His last Richwood visit was during August’s home coming, likely his final trip. Friends in Richwood express deep sympathy for his illness.
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Brookins
Richwood
Vaughn
McCombs
Notable Local Business and Personal Updates
Fruits and vegetables daily advertised by A G Springs. Ground bone touted to boost hens lay at EB I Fissels meat market. Mrs S W VanWinkle summoned to North Lewisburg due to aunt Mrs F E James pneumonia. F B Grove, Mansfield pharmacist, joins J W Kyle & Son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. I. Fissel’s
S. W. VanWinkle
North Lewisburg
F. E. James
Death by Own Action of Henry J Newlove Harness Maker
Henry J Newlove, 37, of Allen township near Marysville, died after shooting himself with a 22 rifle yesterday morning at six. He had lived with his father in law Orsemus Poling at Brook's crossing. He rose at 5 30 after warning his wife and shot himself. death followed about 45 minutes later. He had a history of mental instability and had been in Columbus State hospital four years earlier. He leaves a widow of eleven years, no children, and siblings in Pittsburgh and elsewhere. He was a harness maker formerly with John Blair in Richwood and had been in West Jefferson, Ind, where he was rumored to have joined a secret order. Funeral arrangements were not yet made.
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Henry J. Newlove
Orsemus Poling
Allen Township
Brook's Crossing
Marysville
Charley Thompson
Raymond
Newlove
Brown Newlove
Pittsburg
John Blair
Richwood
West Jefferson
Ind
Oysters and Crackers Sale At H O Springs Meat
One quart of solid oysters and one pound of crackers offered for 50 cents at H O Spring's meat market. Local shoppers report fresh shellfish and pantry staples at this bargain price.
Cheerful Christmas Store Ad from The Factory Store
An ad for the Cheerful Christmas Store highlights seasonal decor and gifts. It promotes a festive shopping experience with likely discounts and featured items typical of holiday retail pages.
Langstaff and Fisher Public Sale Impresses Crowd
James M. Cushman of Richwood conducts a public sale last Thursday, selling over $3000 in chattel property in under three hours. A large crowd praised his handling and all items met good prices, signaling Cushman’s rise as a leading local auctioneer in Ohio.
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Langstaff & Fisher
James M. Cushman
Richwood
Mr. Cushman
Cushman
Ohio
Fell on quarter hook injures Richwood man
Elmer Andrews about 35, a married Richwood resident, slipped at F F Browning’s meat market on South Pearl street Monday afternoon and fell onto a quarter hook. The hook pierced his jaw and knocked out a tooth, narrowly missing the jugular vein. He was freed by Browning and attended by Dr. H C Duke. recovery possible unless infection sets in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Andrews
Richwood
F. F. Browning
South Pearl Street
Mr. Browning
H. C. Duke
Card of Thanks from the Jolliff Family
Samuel Jolliff and children express sincere thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness during the illness and death of their wife and mother.
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Samuel Jolliff
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Council
Lena
Joshua Schecter
Luke
Danville, Ills
J. B. Adams
Lima
Fred McAllister
Delaware
of Richwood
Pioneer Opera House
Richwoo
Roy Miller
Signor Muscat
Muscat
Culhane
Rush Creek
Claiborne Cullings
Eunice Moore
Dayton, Ohio
Jesse Webb
Dick Webb
Sam Hanby
Summersville
George Reigle
Mabel Worstell
Lulu Snyder
S. S. Johnson and Family
Scioto Township
Ben Bierce
Mrs. Bierce
Watt Sharp and Sons
Vernon Robinson
Gertie
E. J. Robinson
Ed Hildreth
Jos. Shipley
East
Ottawa Street
Elise Mr. Shipley
California
National Bankers’ Association
A. G. Spring's
F. B. Grove
J. W. Kyle & Son
Browning
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