East Springfield Correspondence Highlights Local Events
Corn husked and butchering dominates the day as local news notes an oyster supper and school program funds for an organ. Grace Montgomery of Amsterdam visited E Peters on, Ed Davidson and family visited Canton, Beresford pivots to farming, Pomona Grange gatherings at Richmond praised, and a pie social at Brandy-Witte schoolhouse invites pockets and pies Saturday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Grace Montgomery
Amsterdam
E. Peterson
Ed. Davidson
Dean
Canton
Harry Beresford
Pomona Grange
Richmond
Charles Rutledge
Whter
Petersburg
James McClare
Pine Grove Social Notes List Local Visits and Events
Pine Grove residents circulate with relatives and friends as several families visit home folks during Thanksgiving week. Albert PINE GROVE, Chester, W. Va.. Mrs. Luke Melelland Wintereville. J M Van Dyke at home folks. H S Megrail family Richmond and Ve Hitson Salon. Gladys George near Salineville. Frank Billman Alliance. Miss Glen Redding Parkersburg. Edson Carson Salon. Pearce family Steubenville. Charles Cain Pittsburg. Ladies Missionary society to meet at Mrs Barbara Lowry’s Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert: Russell
Chester
Luke Melelland
Wintereville
J. B. Lowry
J. M. van Dyke
H. S Megrail
Richmond
Ve. and
Mes Hitson
Salon
Wm. Carson
Gladys George
Salineville
D. H. van Dyke
Frank Billman
Alliance
Catherine Billman
Glen Redding
McDonald
Parkersburg
Yes
Redding
Edson Carson
Fred van Dyke
Pearce
Steubenville
Twirer
Sor Charles
Pittsburg
Charles Cain
Oot Carson
Sarah
Clveland
Ladies Missionary Society
Barbara Lowry
Amsterdam church notices and drama schedule
Amsterdam notes report Mr and Mrs Grover Hess returning from Cleveland and Windham Mrs E N Lloyd back from Manatua Sunday school times at M E and Presbyterian churches with Rev Grole McQueen to preach Dramatic Club set to perform Tony the Convict in the Hope Dale opera house Thursday and Scio Friday evenings
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Grover Hess
Cleveland
Windham
E. N. Lloyd
Manatua
Iy M. E
W. HW. Stewart
Presbyterian Church
Grole McQueen
Amsterdam Dramatic Club
Tony
Hopedale
Scio
Reed's Mills Mourns Mrs Porter's Death at Home
Mrs Nancy Porter aged and highly respected died at home on Thanksgiving day. Funeral conducted by Rev Guthrie of Richmond and Rev Mortis of New Athens. She leaves a daughter and two sons, grandchildren, and many friends. Other locals note visitors, Grange meeting, and ongoing family health news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed's Mills
Nancy Porter
Guthrie
United Presbyterian Church
Richmond
Mortis
New Athens
Rev
RK. Portes
Iown
N. M. Porter
Athens
D. H. Welday
la Beth View
J. B. Weldey
Dennison
C. D. Welday
Pomona Grange
Richmer
Mark L. Cole
Saleam
James Ferguson
Newree
James Bowers
George Ferguson
New Philadelphia
Diate Fisherang
Mre
Namwer Portr
Elmer J. Gilkinsor
Salem
Ohio
State Grange
Harry Cunningham
Welday
Eartie Sevith
Hired Cosin Confronting An Home Incident
A fragmented report notes a person named Cosin at an home gathering under stress. No further verifiable details are available in the readable text.
Fernwood Community Notes and Local Visits
Fernwood community news lists W F M S meeting details at Mrs Frank McCulloughs home on Thursday December 3 with inviting all. It records visiting relatives and friends including Danirk of Columbus and Reed Scott family near Gallipolis, Hayes Wille and son William with Hendersons near Smithfield, and Thanksgiving dinners hosted by Vermillion and Nicholson households. It notes travel between Huntington and Steubenville and attendance at the County Pomona Grange gathering in Richmand with local families and individuals named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman Erb
George Erb
Ben Aven
J. E. Gault
Shoemaker
Massillon
J. J. Kirk
Elizabeth Mansfeld
Mary Long
Walter Rouse
Ernest Long
T. C. Gault
Gruber
W. G. Gorsuch
Pomona
Richmand
Harry Gault
Y. M. C. Steubenville
Steubenville
J. M. Reynolds
Big Pomona Meeting at Steubenville Grange Session
The Jefferson County Pomona Grange No. 41 met Richmond Grange patrons on Nov 30 1912 with two sessions. About 200 attended an afternoon program including welcome by John M Harbour remarks by Stephen A Harbour and a school agriculture talk, followed by a supper and a lively evening session with degree initiation, officers elected for next year, and a vote to invite Ohio State Grange to hold 1913 in Steubenville. A banquet for 200 featured ice cream buns salad chicken and cake as thanks were extended to Richmond Grange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Pomona
Richmond
Ora
John M Harbout
Pan Song
Vyula Sprague
Stephen A. Harbour
Cleveland
Richmond Grange
Sherman M. Floyd
Wm. A. White
Joseph Flennien
Assi
Ernest Long
Geo A. Dekis
Kraul Miser
James W. Barnes
John Hindren
Cerestina Dawson
Mary Copeland
Mora
Hattie Hammond
Asst
T. J. McCoy
Pomona Grange
UN Arinor
Ohio State Grange
Steubenville
Ohio
Henry Scott
John W. Ed Tmnston
FE. J. Gitkinson
Grange
Rishmond, O
Thanksgiving at Bethel Children’s Service
Thanksgiving left an imprint on Bethel children from youngest to oldest. They sang “We Praise Thee, God” as sixty eight children marched to the dining room and took seats behind chairs at five tables laden with substantial foods and nicknacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethe
Jesus
Hethel
Jolly Bethel Hoys
Thanksgiving Bethel dinner honors children and donors
A large community thanksgiving at Bethel features a grand dinner for children led by Governess and Matron with a hearty blessing. The menu lists fifteen chickens and dressing, numerous pies, fruits, vegetables, gravies, and bread. Donations pour in from Scio, Piney Fork, Westline, and others while prayers for clean lips precede a tribute to Georgia Marie Dye, a sixteen year old who died after tuberculosis, remembered by family and church in Annapolis with a solemn funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scio
Epworth League
Fancy Work Club
Piney Fork
Nome Missionary Society
Westline
Bethel
More
Ace
Death of Mrs. Anna M Hunt Held Tuesday
Funeral services for Mrs. Anna M. Hunt were conducted Tuesday afternoon by Rev. A. R. Bush with a large attendance. The La Belle View Christian church choir provided no music. Pallbearers were S. H. Clark, A. A. Clark, W. H. Hood and A. B. Hull.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna M. Hunt
A. R. Bush
Choi
la Belle View Christian Church
S. H. Clark
A. A. Clark
W H. Hood
A. B. Hull
Death of Arlene Welday Marks Family Tragedy
The community mourns as Arlene Welday, infant of Charlie and Verda Welday, dies at 3:30 pm on November 30 1912 while the mother is hospitalized. A service conducted by Rev Stewart in Bloomfield precedes burial at Wintersville cemetery. The loss is deeply felt by neighbors and kin who offer prayers and sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arlene Welday
Littl
Charlie
Verda Smith Welday
Jesus
Rev. Stewart
Bloomfield
Wintersville
Obituary: Miss Mary Burchfield of Bloomfield dies
Miss Mary Burchfield died at her home in Bloomfield on November 16 after a brief illness. Born February 1850 near Mt Hope church Salem township, she spent her life in the area known for deeds of kindness. Surviving relatives include Mrs Ella Snyder Salineville Mrs Chas Mickle Steubenville Minerva Kate Charles T and Viola Bloomingdale. Funeral services were held Monday with Rev H W Stewart of the Methodist Church delivering the sermon. Burial followed at Leas cemetery under the quiet country churchyard skies. Pallbearers included Chas Mickle Emmett Burchfield Orville Porter E R Cope B Miller and Edgar Porter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Burchfield
Bloomfield
Mary
Reuben
Elizabeth Burchfield
Mt. Hope Church
Salem Township
Ella. Snyder
Salineville
Chas. Meikel
Stewbenville
Minerva
Kate
Charles T
Viola
Bloomingdale
H. W. Stewart
Methodist Church
Stewart
Leas
Untitled obituary fragment of a young woman
A fragmentary obituary notes a death on Friday evening November 22 as the sun set behind hills. The text portrays a deathbed scene with loved ones whispering a final wish for the weary traveler to come home, describing the young person’s passing in somber, poetic language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bituary
Walk in Misteh Winteh stratagems in Chicago
A stylized verse from the Chicago Post mocks winter by inviting Mister Winter to prove his chill and reveal his missing items. The poem describes wind rattling windows, coal piles, and cold breaths as it playfully taunts the season with brash, rhythmic dialect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Post
Fragmented Verse Lines From A Miscellaneous Scrap
A garbled collection of phrases hints at uncertain themes of power, devotion, guidance, and war. The text weaves paradoxes and philosophical musings about patronage, leadership, sorrow, and human kindness, with incomplete wording suggesting a damaged source. No clear narrative or person is identifiable.
Legal Row Sparks Language Debate in Courtroom
A witness faced sharp questioning as a lawyer challenged remarks and language used during testimony. The exchange highlighted concerns over insult and disrespect in court proceedings.
Gov Harman Rewarded Workers With Office Questioned
A partisan note questions gifts of offices by Gov Harman suggesting possible corruption. It cites Adams county showing 4.7 percent undisfranchised adults. A New York girl won 590 for knee injury. The section remarks price drops for living, toothpicks, and clothespins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Harman
New York
The difference between statesman and politician
A statesman is a patriot who does something worthwhile, while a politician is a fellow who abuses the statesman for it.
Century Vermont Woman Credits Mind Your Own Business
A Vermont woman reaches the age of 100, attributing longevity to minding her own business. The piece notes minimal political change, stating a single term in the Democratic platform has not been needed in half a century, with the people shaping policy over the constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
New York Man Leaves $250000 Estate to Landlady
A New York man reportedly left a $250000 estate to his landlady, challenging the notion that boarding houses hold little wealth. The tale raises questions about hidden assets and unusual bequests within the city’s rental community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
No Title Found In Fragment Also Turkeys Too Pricey For Thanksgiving
A fragmented text notes high turkey prices and political sentiment during Thanksgiving. It mentions widespread cigarette use and calls opponents foolish in a satirical mood. The piece critiques Democrats over turkey as centerpiece.
Moon Trip Feasibility Sparks Travel Dream
It may soon be possible to take a trip to the moon, then the girl who envisions space holidays imagines a future where lunar travel becomes common. The speculative note hints at evolving aerospace plans and public imagination about extraterrestrial vacations.
California electoral votes amid alleged graft clash
A historic passage claims Governor Johnson delivered one of California's electoral votes to Carone Roosevelt while Governor Wilson allegedly seized the remaining votes, a scene reflecting harsh political contention and claims of greed and contempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
California
Carone Roosevelt
Wilson
Height of devotion shown by girl and her chum skater
A playful scene describes a girl and her skating friend sharing a moment on the sidewalk. They lean toward each other as they glide, giggling and carefree, capturing a lighthearted snapshot of youth and companionship.
Milwaukee Doctor Praises Esquimaux Nose Rubbing Greeting
A Milwaukee physician suggests rubbing noses as a greeting, inspired by Esquimaux custom. He notes they do not mind blubber or rancid breath, contrasting with handshakes or kissing during social exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Esquimaux
Quote from J Fennimore Cooner on cooking stove lore
A remark attributed to the aging novelist J Fennimore Cooner recalls a saying from over fifty years ago about a so called cooking stove and its impact on American cooking habits. The line frames a critique of modern dining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Fennimore Cooner
Passing of old era preachers and lawyers on the frontier
The writer recalls the fading generation of idle, circuit riding preachers and petty lawyers once common in the pioneer age. He notes that few grew wealthy from rugged road life while lamenting modern magazine literature filled with ads and cheap fiction, contrasting it with the classics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leact
Probate Court Notice In Jefferson County
Probate Court of Jefferson County reports filed accounts and notices for heirs and creditors. The notice indicates accounts have been filed in the matter and invites interested parties to appear or respond as required under law.
Final accounts filed in guardianships and estates
A list of final, first, and third accounts for guardians and executors in Illinois estates. Names include Beatrice Paisley minor, Hebrew M. Morrow, Ra chel Burris, Agostino Scarpelini, Joel and Tillig Meredith insolvents, Agha ward, Ray L. Householder minor, FE LeRoy Cavitt estate, William V Bai insane, Howard Stark estate, Michael Dzek, Instantine Bukowski, William Johnson, John Lawrence, and others. Objections must be filed by the stated date. Judge J. R. McCLEARY signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Boswell
Beatrice Paisley
Tafle
Thomas Larrington
R. 3
Porter
Hebrew M. Morrow
Thomas Burriss
Rachel Burris
Nicola Cerri
Agostino Scarpelini
William C. Wolfe
Joel and
Tillig Meredith
Euphenia G. McCahan
Agha
J. Chas. Griesinger
Laura M. Householder
Ray L. Householder
John A. Waggoner
LeRoy Cavitt
Illinois
W. F. Burns
August Wagner
Michael Welton
Frank H. Kerr
William V. Bai
Joseph C. Bowers
Howard Stark
Frances Sharski
Michael Dzek
Louise Woltien
Instantine Bukowski
Notice to next of kin over disputed will filing
John Canfield of Ashtabula Ohio and Catharine Staats of Cleveland Ohio are notified that a paper purporting to be the last will and testament of their sister Terresa Canfield late of Steubenville Jefferson county Ohio has been filed in the Probate Court of Jefferson county. All applications for its probate will be heard by the court Saturday December 14 1912. JR McClerry Judge Miller and Miller Attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Canfield
Ashtabula
Ohio
Catharine Staats
Cleveland
Terresa Canfield
Steubenville
Jefferson County
Aaid County
JR. McClierry
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Steward
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Heisler
Mae
Maude Johnson
Howard Dye
Wim Miller
East Springfield
Mom
Satan
Greg
Vale of Tears
Tak
Ata Man
Adams County
Ture
Silee
Bookman
Home Remedy
Mr. Bookman
Arkansas
Tom
Noo
Lincoln Ave
Daisy Nelson
Norristonwa
Sweet St
Mr. AL ME
Lincoly Ave
W. R. Nelson
Adams St
Mrs
W. H. Taylor
Coates Bros
North 4Th Street
A. M. Bookman
Mfg
Steubenville, Ohio
Market Street
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