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Newspaper

Richwood Gazette

Location

Richwood, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1923

Page

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Storm leaves Marysville county with heavy damage

A Sunday storm caused extensive damage across the county. Marysville faced power outages and flooded cellars as an electric system was hit by fallen branches. Homes and barns near Marysville suffered roof, wall, and structural damage from wind and lightning while insurance covered most losses.

Richwood Marysville Peter Heckle Blue and Jewell Wes Baughmen Milford Center Road L. E. Coleman Columbus and New California C. M. Board Allen Township Franklin Hoover Bellefontaine Road George Hoover George M. Wilber

Miss Lou Beckley Weds Lloyd S. Phillips

Miss Lou Beckley of Richwood wed Lloyd S. Phillips of Auburn Indiana on Saturday at Marysville. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Beckley, is a Richwood High School 1921 graduate and a 1922 normal school graduate. They will reside in Auburn after a visit nearby. Phillips works as a yard clerk for the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Lou Beckley Richwood Lloyd S. Phillips Auburn Indiana Marysville D. W. Beckley Richwood High School The Normal School Phillips Auburn Pennsylvania Railroad

Back From Hike of Three Youths in Richwood

Gwynn Sanders Neal Kyle and Lloyd Howard returned to Richwood Sunday night from a long trip to New York and Washington D C on foot. They started afoot but found rides and walked only sixty miles of the twelve hundred mile journey.

Gwynn Sanders Neal Kyle Lloyd Howard Richwood New York Washington, D. C

Subcriber marks 50 years with Gazette renewal

Mrs Hannah Smart of Magnetic Springs renews her Gazette subscription after fifty years stating she cannot do without the paper.

The Gazette Hannah Smart Magnetic Springs

Is It Worth Saving Europe Reevaluates Efforts

A Newark Star-Eagle opinion fragment questions whether Europe is worth saving as each nation debates action to protect or preserve the continent. The brief cites recurring doubts about collective effort and future security in a continental context.

Europe Newark N. J Star-Eagle

Labor Shortage in Tama County Sparks Advice Offer

In Tama county a farm labor shortage persists despite high wages yet many town residents stay ready to offer free advice, according to the Traer Star Clipper.

Tama County Traer Iowa

Hand Injury At Sawmill Near Richwood

Ernest Moore suffered a severe right hand injury at his sawmill 2.5 miles northwest of Richwood after sleeve caught in the blade. The little finger was nearly severed and amputated. thumb and two other fingers were cut, hand torn. He was aided by neighbor assistance and brought to Dr. F M Wurtsbaugh's office by Jack Moore.

Ernest Moore Richwood Moore

Death of Mrs Emma Dilsaver Due to Rare Disease

Mrs Emma Magdalene Dilsaver widow of Michael Dilsaver died at her Richwood area home last Wednesday night at 8:45. Cause given as glanders a rare human disease contracted from a diseased cow after an operation on Wednesday afternoon. Born December 29 1859 in Jackson township she was 63. Surviving daughters include Mrs M C Clements and Mrs Mabel Clements. She leaves a sister two brothers and a stepmother. Funeral held Friday at 2:30 at the home with Rev C A Freer in charge. Burial in Claiborne cemetery mausoleum. Lloyd Winter funeral director.

Emma Magdalene Dilsaver Michael Dilsaver Richwood Dilsaver Jackson Township John Moore M. C. Clements LaRue Mabel Clements Frank Huffman C. A. Moore North Baltimore F. C Moore Marion Eliza Hodges Knoxville Tennessee The Reformed Church of Christ Rising Sun Temple Pythian Sisters C. A. Freer Claiborne Cemetery Lloyd Winter

Boys Return After Auto Missing Trip

William Morrison and Harold Haughn left May 6 in the Morrison car and returned Saturday to Richwood. They planned to go to California but did not reach their destination. A Morrison brother went to Nebraska to bring them and the car back.

William Morrison Harold Haughn E. W. Morrison Richwood California Morrison Nebraska

Community Oil Company Seeks Wells by July Fourth

Subscribers to Community Oil Company rapidly take shares as 700 acres already contracted with more leases expected. If funding continues, the company will drill a well by July fourth, benefiting about four hundred stockholders in a true community enterprise.

Community Oil Company

Lightning Strike Destroys Farm Buildings Near LaRue

A barn and other structures on the Riley and Hoaglao farm near LaRue were destroyed by fire Sunday afternoon after a lightning bolt struck. Ten purebred hogs chickens machinery harness hay and grain were lost. Insurance covers only part of the damage.

Riley

Scalding Accident Fatal for Erie Crews Near Mansfield

Engineer Lewis Strausbaugh and fireman G F Allen, both of Marion, were fatally scalded when the crown sheet blew off an Erie freight engine near Mansfield. They died Monday afternoon after being taken to a Mansfield hospital. Fireman S E Decker was badly scalded but expected to recover.

Lewis Strausbaugh G. F. Allen Marion Erie Mansfield E. Decker

Presbyterian Ladies Aid Social At Shipley Home

Mrs Eva Shipley hosted the Presbyterian church Ladies Aid at her south Franklin street home with Devo tional services a business meeting a social hour and lunch. Other social notes include yard party antics at James Whiteheads south Franklin street home and a six o clock dinner honoring Miss Ophelia Carroll and Miss Grace Carroll of Waverly Tennessee. Collected notices detail reunions for families connected to Willoughby Ballard Davis and Kyle in Ohio with multiple relatives listed and plans for a June 25 gathering at Franklin Park.

Eva Shipley M. E. Stamates Alice Price Jessie Randolph Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church Shipley South Franklin Street James Whitehead Whitehead R. D. Roberts Elizabeth James Ophelia Carroll Grace Carroll Waverly Tenn M. C. Winter Misses Carroll Grady Carroll Don Taylor Irwin McDaniel Ross Jones Dale Hinebaugh Garnet Clifford George Smith Vincent Paul Columbus Franklin Park Willoughby James Willoughby Outville Ohio Charles Gray Gahena Louise Willoughby

Among Our Churches Service Schedule and Meeting

Sunday school at 9 30 with superintendent Paul Hutchinson. Morning worship at 10 59 led by the pastor. Union service at the M E church in the evening at 7 30. Official board meeting Monday evening at 7 30. C L Gowdy pastor.

Paul Hutchinson M. E C. L. Gowdy

Heat Keeps Congregants Home or In Union Service

The notice asks if scorching weather will keep people from church and whether other activities are suspended. It states services at 9 15 and 10 30 a m and that the group will join the union service at M E church at 7 30 led by H C Gillespie.

M. E. Church H. C. Gillespie

Presbyterian Church Prayer Meeting and Services

The church lists a Thursday prayer meeting at 7 30 and a Sunday communion service at 10 30 am. Sabbath school starts at 9 15 with a union service at M E church in the evening. Children’s Day offering is requested for Sunday school as a patriotic drive led by Pastor J R Lloyd.

M. E. Church J. R. Lloyd

Arbela Preaching Services by Dr Stover at School House

Preaching by Dr M R Stover at Arbela school house Sunday morning July 1 at 11 o clock. Sunday school at 10 o clock. C A Wiley Superintendent invites attendance.

M. R Stover Arbela S. S C. A. Wiley

M P Claiborne Circuit Preaching Services

A brief church notices list preaching times at Pharisburg with M P Claiborne Circuit on Sunday morning and Sunday evening led by A B Van Schoik minister.

Pharisburg Claiborne A. B. van Schoik

Recital by Miss Basden Pupils at M. E. Church

Pupils of Miss Ruth Basden presented a recital Tuesday evening at the M E church with vocal numbers by Aaron Durnil Margaret Hill Howell Jones Mrs Aaron Durnell Mable Cushman and Robert Conboy. Miss Gladys Bown accompanied.

Ruth Basden M. E. Church Aaron Durnil Margaret Hill Howell Jones Aaron Durnell Mable Cushman Robert Conboy Gladys Bown

Alaska Public Schools Expand Staffing to 144

The Department of Education has increased teaching staff across Alaska. Ninetysix schools now host more teachers, including a facility at Point Barrow, with overall reader count rising to 144 in Alaska schools.

America Alaska Point Barrow Legion Department of Education

Hog Cholera Threat Prompts Vigilant Swine Care

The article advises hog producers to monitor herds for signs of disease beyond cholera, noting that while antihog cholera serum reduced losses by about 60 percent, other ailments like anthrax, epilepsy, gastroenteritis, pneumonia, and worms can cause losses. Owners should seek veterinary help if unsure and act promptly at the first signs of deviation in gait, appetite, or digestion.

United States Department of Agriculture

Two Proviso County Girls Die In Erie Crossing Crash

The estates of Nina Grace Cahill and Lola Still each receive $500 damages from the Erie railroad for deaths at a crossing near North Lewisburg on May 27. Paul Brooks, owner of the automobile, also receives compensation.

Nina Grace Cahill Lola Erie Railroad North Lewisburg Paul Brooks

Mrs. David Carr Undergoes Major Operation

Mrs. David Carr underwent a serious operation at Marion hospital Monday. She is reported to be as well as could be expected.

David Carr Marion Hospital

Thoreaut Quote on Riches and Atone Proportions

A compact saying notes wealth equals what one can let atone reflecting on balance between riches and restitution. The line invites reflection on moral value beyond material gains.

LaRue News Suspends Publication Indefinitely

The LaRue News weekly, founded in 1883 and owned by Grant Copeland of Washington, stops printing due to ongoing losses. Editor Charles W. Ellis announced the suspension.

LaRue News Charles W. Ellis Grant Copeland Washington

Lightning Strikes Tree Near Magnetic Springs Shocks Man

Wilson Melick was shocked by lightning during a Sunday storm as a bolt struck a tree in his yard near Magnetic Springs. He avoided serious injury.

Wilson Melick Magnetic Springs

Lake Baccarat Opens to Public Under Legion Backing

Lake Baccarat was opened to the public on Sunday under American Legion auspices. A crowd seeking relief from heat enjoyed the waters as Legion concessions operate to cover expenses and fund improvements. Rules emphasize decency, clothing, respect for property, and safety, with violators a matter for authorities.

Baccarat Lake American Legion The Legion

Death of Mrs. Cora Mae Moore in Jackson Township

Mrs Cora Mae Moore wife of Charles Moore died Friday at her Jackson township home from complications. Born May 9 1873 in Jackson township she was a daughter of Sampson Snowden. Surviving are husband daughter Mrs Milford White and mother Mrs Maury Snowden. Funeral at Finley chapel Sunday 2 30 Rev Wickey officiating burial at Price cemetery in charge of Lloyd Winter.

Cora Mae Moore Charles Moore Jackson Township

Forest growth covers 43 percent of southern Ohio counties

An intensive survey by the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station finds forest growth covers 1 330 675 acres or 43 percent of ten southern Ohio counties. The study notes fires from wasteful sawmill work burned 24 percent of the total area in the last decade, with tracts from 100 to 1 000 acres swept by fires every two to three years. The four summers of field work covered Scioto Pike Lawrence Adams Vinton Jackson Ross Gallia and other counties.

Ohio Forestry Department of the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station Scioto Pike Lawrence Adams Vinton Jackson Ross Sam Hocking Gallia

Independent ticket could elect next president says Wheeler

Attorney Wayne B Wheeler of the Anti-Saloon League in Columbus argues the next president could be chosen by the national house if an independent ticket wins three to five states. He notes the electoral college meets in February and a split field could throw the vote to the house before March 4. He cites La Follette Johnson and Ford as possible independents and lauds President Harding for Denver pro law enforcement remarks.

United States House of Representatives International Court League of Nations Wayne B. Wheeler Washington Anti-Saloon League of America Columbus Wheeler House la Follette Johnson Henry Ford Harding Denver

Westinghouse chief predicts vast future of electric power

General Guy E. Tripp, chairman of Westinghouse, envisions "super-power" systems linking generating plants to cover large areas. He says electricity will supply most North American energy in time, marking a new era for an industry still young beside railroads and telegraphs. These systems aim for economical energy and national prosperity.

Guy E. Tripp Westinghouse General Tripp

May Plant Soybeans as Emergency Crop

Soybeans may be seeded as an emergency hay crop as late as July first. When cut and cured properly they provide excellent hay for milk cows and growing cattle. They are rich in protein and minerals essential to milk production and can be drilled solid or in wider rows with cultivation. If not previously grown on the land, inoculation is advised to develop nitrogen fixing nodules.

Funeral attendees from out of town for Mrs. Charles Moore

Those from outside Marion attended the funeral services for Mrs. Charles Moore held Sunday. Readers listed include Emma Schultz and family from Cleveland, Wilber Schultz and Stella Pfiefer from Columbus, Jose Fisher from Springfield, George Hagerman and Guy Wynn couples, Owen Williams and Bell White, Ora McCurdy and A. H. Moore couples, Elmer Blue and Raymond White, with Thomas Marsh of Urbana.

Charles Moore Emma Schultz Helen Summer Cleveland Wilber Schultz Stella Pfiefer Columbus Jose Fisher Springfield George Hagerman Guy Wynn Owen Williams Bell White Ora McCurdy A. H. Moore Marion Elmer Blue Ray White Thomas Marsh Urbana

Gazette Renewal Offer Expiring With This Issue

Many Gazette subscriptions expire with this issue. If renewed now, 50 per year can be saved. Subscribers urged to act quickly to lock in reduced rates.

Also Mentioned on This Page

L. S. Phillips Ing Mrs. Willoughby Mr. Willoughby J. W. Kyle Francis Tallman Shelby Jeannette Tallman May Partridge Philip West Liberty J. O. Vanica Donald Abraham Bellefountaine Earl Tallman Zanesfield A. C. Thompson A. E. Tobin Owens Lee Cramer Maratha Lou Dayton H. D. Kyle Neal and Kenneth Lucy Fisher Nellie Fisher S. L. Davis Mont Ballard W. H. Bennett Benj. Norris Ridgeway Grant Ballard Ora Bonham Hayes Bonnett Delaware John Blumenshine Carroll Norris Dunkirk Calvin Bonnett P. A. Brown F. M. Brown Sandusky Harry Summers J. O. Shenick and Son C. D. Rogers Presbyterian Church M. P. Claiborne Circuit Thoreaut Bolt Lake Baccarat National House Wayne B. Wheeler
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