Many Local Marriages and News From Richmond Area
Correspondence notes many weddings at Two Ridge parsonage including Nellie Allen and Edward Thompson and Walter Cole and Katherine Huscroft. Mr. Burns Oliver plans move to Florida, while families visit Carnegie and Sheridan PA. Open air preachings, church events, and a funeral for James Rawlin mark a busy period in the Unionport Richmond area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jewett
Robertson
Bantam Ridge
Nellie Allen
Edward Thompson
Two Ridge Parsonage
Kern Justers
William Leech
Joshua Pine
Ferrword
Burns Oliver
Florida
Walter Cole
Katherine Huscroft
Two Ridge
Cole
Mrs. Cole
Mr. Cole
Samuel Leech
James Woods
Carnegie
Sheridan
D. L. Buchanan
Athens
Buchanan
Dean
Don. Reed
Mingoes
Jim Reel
Mildred ‘Scott
Unionport
Huston
Wour City
John Huston
Prudence Leech
Rochester
Nelle Peegs
Lentz
Walnut Street
Ethel Dundas
J. R. Simpson
Thomas Hobson
John Barens
New Philadel
Maggie Herrington
Estown
Jacob
Berghols
William Hiout
Alma Dodds
Jefferson County
Minerva
Chas
Helliwell
Mason McClelland
McClelland
Bacon Ridge
Earl Polen
Nora Flenniken
East Springfield
Steubenville
Chicago
Polen
Sears & Roebuck
Wiases
Lillian and
Marian Helliwell
W. F M.S
Methodist Church
Mre. J. DD. Winters
Richmond
Bessie Carson
Pine Grove
Ridwel
H. S. McGrail
James Rawlin
Schweisbereer
Moentian
Guthrie
Rawlins
Charles
Cfarry
Near Steubenville
John Pewys
James Grime
Knoxville
Mes. Thos
Medlew
Funeral directions led by H. M. Stewart with Union Cemetery interment
H. M. Stewart oversaw the funeral directions and arrangements. The interment was conducted at Union Cemetery, completing the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Stewart
Union Cemetery
Court records show multiple divorce and lawsuit actions
Court docket lists Susanna Tures v Ambrose Tures for divorce alimony and child custody with alleged drunkenness cruelty and domestic violence. Also Enterprise Mig Co. v John Crain for foreclosure and damages 225. Frank Lowe v Mary Axomaytis property sales and appraisals. George Landmier foreclosure suit for 700. George Carlovich sues Ragland Coal Co. for 3000 injuries. Navoting v Navoting alimony cruelty eviction. Attorneys: May McKee Levinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susanna RB. Tures
Ambrose Tures
Hungary
If. T
Enterprise Mig. Co
Johin Cruain
May
George Carlovich
Ragland Coal Co
Levinson
Real estate transfers listed in Jefferson County deeds
A compilation of multiple conveyances recorded in Jefferson County. Transfers include Jerry Vanbeneden to Trajan Politic Independent Club in Mt. Pleasant township for 1100, various parcels in Smithfeld Cross Creek and Wayne townships, and city street purpose deeds in Steubenville plus several modest parcels and fractional acres exchanged between individuals and entities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Vanbeneden
Trajan Politic Independent Club
Metes
Mt. Pleasant
Frank Holeck
Josef Weverka
Smithfeld
Frank Salter
Frederike Salter
Cross Creek
Jefferson County
John B. Lee
William C. Brown
Steubenville
Charles Smith
Albert McGrew
Wayne Township
George VM. Gould
Jonathan Hook, Sr
Chauncey West
Samuel Peeler
John Frosskloss
Mingo
James N. Parks
Charles Parks
Charles A. Parks
Iva P. Welday
Wedding Bells at Holliday's Cove West Virginia
The marriage of James Andrew Purdy and Lura Adaline Buxton took place at the bride's home in Holliday's Cove West Virginia with about thirty relatives present. Rev L N Wells officiated as vows were spoken. The home was decorated in white and green with carnations. The bride wore white lace and the groom in black. After a dinner, guests showered the couple with rice as they began their life together in the Cove. Purdy, a young merchant, owns a general store. Buxton is highly regarded in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Andrew Purdy
Lura Adaline Buxton
Holliday
Cove
W. Va
Rev. L. N. By Wells
East Orange
New Jersey
Steubenville
Miner Drowned in Short Creek Incident
Victor Andaline a Russian miner aged 21 years drowned on Saturday while bathing in Short Creek near Cantersville, authorities reported. The death followed an accidental drowning during recreational bathing at the creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Andaline
Short Creek
Cantersville
Positions Forfeited By Mines Council Members
Tunge Richards ruled in a de murrer today that HB Galbraith and W B Liste, Mines Council members, forfeited their positions for holding other public offices. Galbraith serves as school superintendent and Liste as a school janitor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tunge Richards
HB. Galbraith
W. B. Liste
Mines Council
Death Roll Spencer Banks Died At Home In City
Spencer Wesley Banks died at his home at 317 South Sixth street Tuesday evening at 6 20 from typhoid fever aged 62. Born in Milledgeville Georgia he moved north with the Union army at the Civil War end and settled in Smithfield. He married Malissa Epps in 1872 and left surviving his wife and children Grace Bertha Nina and Bessie with two earlier daughters Lucia May and Alice Alberta deceased. He belonged to the A M E church and was active in trades associations G A O F and Masonic orders. He was a farmer in his early life and later carried on in the city for 13 years. His family mourns but looks to reunion in another world. Also noted Thomas H infant son of Henry and Jennie Gough of Follansbee died July 2 1912 aged 5 months and 9 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer Wesley Banks
South Sixth Street
Milledgeville
Smithfield
Malissa Epps
Grace
Walker
Bertha
Addison Reed
Nina
Harry Bowman
Bessie
Cleveland
Lucia May
Alice Alberta
A. M. E. Church
Trades Assembly
Probate and estate actions filed and settled in county court
Probate and estate matters listed include wills admitted for probate in several estates, final accounts filed for McElroy Truax Reynard and others, real estate sales petitions, and a minor estate filing. Juvenile case suspended sentence to Girls Industrial Home, and other state matters involve Lancaster Boys Home and deposition orders for witnesses in Cleveland. A road case transcript appeal and a new public sale order are also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. McKee
Rocco Rigganella
Raylana Coal Co
Wm. Reynard
Sarah A Hoobler
Jessie M. Truax
James Sdddings Et al
Ohio
Mary Kargardal
Albert Gerard
Lancaster
John Melville
Wash Lavery
Cleveland
Thos. R. Stewart
Joshua McElroy
Platform program for labor reform and government ethics
Platform pledges labor reforms for women and children, eight hour day, and fair compensation for accidents. Endorses constitutional amendments and direct election of senators. Calls for tax reform, adequate school funding, and strict public utility oversight, while condemning legislative corruption and demanding prosecutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Ohio Voters urged to repudiate Democratic administration
A political commentary criticizes four years of Democratic rule in Ohio, accusing the administration of crime, scandal, incompetence and extravagance and urging a complete repudiation at the November polls. The piece frames state officials as failing in duties while collecting compensation for state functions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Weurther
Wilson delegates backed by Jersey men fund Baltimore fight
Sea Girt New Jersey July 1 delegates to the Baltimore convention received a pledge of 5000 to pay hotel bills and living expenses for Wilson delegates. Samuel Ludlow Jr and Joseph E Bernstein of Jersey City said they could raise up to 30000 in a day if needed to keep Wilson supporters in Baltimore. Governor Wilson said the fund plan had not been disclosed to him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Champ Clark
Baltimore
Preston
Convention Hall
Washington
Sea Girt
N. J
Samuel Lublow, Jr
Jersey City
Joseph E. Bernstein
Ludlow
Contractor Everson Wins Theatre Construction Contract In Mingo
Earl N. Everson of Brilliant received the award to construct the new theatre on Commercial street in Mingo. Max Gelb a former local business figure announced the contract award.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl N. Everson
Brilliant
Mingo
Max Gelb
Ida Olive Burris Obituary in Bloomfield Church Service
Ida Olive Burris a long time Bloomfield resident and church organist dies at 43 after a short illness from sarcoma. Born near New Alexandria on April 21 1869 she moved to Bloomfield in 1883 and remained a devoted Presbyterian. She served as organist and choir member, beloved by many, with funeral services held June 27 led by Rev W B Love and Rev H W Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Olive Burris
Bloomfield
Steubenville
Jefferson County
Fernando
Martha Burris
New Alexandria
Olive
Giod
Presbyterian Church
Samuel Forbes
W. B. Love
H.W. Stewart
Methodist Church
Stewart
Love
Olive remembered in quiet church tribute and song
In a village church Olive is mourned as a devoted member with family and friends paying last respects. Clergy comfort, choir hymns, and floral tributes marked the service, while pallbearers and relatives recall her life and faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Clara Tipton
Olive
Church
Clarence
Fairplay
Everett
Carnegie
Oscar
Annie Thompson
Grace Simeral
Kittie Blackburn
Ada Simeral
Edwin M. Crawford
Will Hoobler
Ed. Blackburn
W. B. Simeral
E. R. Cope
Card of Thanks for Olive Burris Death
Bloomingdale Ohio June 29 1942 the family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness during the death of their sister Olive Burris. Gratitude is expressed for the beautiful flowers and support from the community. God bless you all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomingdale
Ohio
Olive Burris
Francis denies withdrawal from County Commissioner race
James F. Francis informs Steubenville voters that rumors of his withdrawal are false and that he remains a candidate for Jefferson County Commissioner.
History Repeating Itself Nominates Pierce on 47th Ballot
In 1852 the Democratic convention held a lengthy session and nominated Franklin Pierce on the 47th ballot. The dramatic balloting reflected the era's factional divisions as party leaders pressed for unity behind Pierce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Rational Convention
Pierce
Affidavit for Service by Publication in Ohio Court
Loretta Maloney, plaintiff in Jefferson County Ohio, states service of summons cannot be made within Ohio on defendant Henry D Maloney. The State of Ohio and Jefferson County are named in the affidavit as the court and jurisdiction for publication and notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Common Pleas
Tefferson County
Ohio
Loretta. Maloney
Henry D. Maloney
The
State of
Loretta .Maloney
Divorce Suit Under Ohio Statute Acknowledged in 1912
A courthouse record notes a divorce and alimony case where the defendant’s residence is unknown to the plaintiff despite reasonable diligence. The filing cites section 3045 of the Revised Statutes of Ohio. Maloney Mark swore to the statement before Notary Frank L. McCoy on July 1, 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Frank L. McCoy
Notary Public
Notice to Bidders for Empire Village School Building
The Board of Education of Empire Village School District invites sealed proposals for a two story school building in Empire Ohio. Bids due August 2 1912 noon. Plans by Howard Merriam on file with clerk and architects KF Fresd Street Columbus. Bids may cover whole or separate trades plumbing heating general construction. 10 percent bid bond and 33 percent contract bond required. Board may reject bids or split contracts. By order of the Board of Education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board Ofeducation
Empire Village
Empire
Jefferson County
Ohio
Howard & Merriam
No. & KF Fresd Street
Columbus
Board of Education
Administrator's Notice of Appointment for Anna B Walker
The administrator Rh D Hammond of Jefferson County Ohio is appointed and qualified to administer the estate of Anna B Walker of Mt Pleasant township. Dated June 18 1912. Attorney P P Lewis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna B. Walker
Mt. Pleasant Township
Jefferson County
Ohio
Rh. D. Hammond
Probate Court Hearing On Numerous Estate Accounts
Probate Court at Jefferson County will hold a hearing on July 31, 1912, reviewing final accounts of guardians executors administrators and assignees for many estates including Porter Morrow Jackman Williams Morrow Wingewski Johnson Reynolds Verwhol Reynard Truax and others. Objections to passing any accounts must be filed by the date. Judge J R McCleary presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
John W. Porter
Thomas 4. Montgomery
Ivy M. Morrow
George Morrow
Nancy Jackman
Jane Patterson
Fannie Frances Williams
John Williams
Emmett M. Morrow
Henry Bougher
Estae
Frank Elliott
Lambert Friedl
Lucien Wenge Tewski
Wingilewski
J. M. Hagan
Margaret J. Johnson
Adda Winters Patterson
Alanie R. Reynolds
Christina Verwhol
Christ Verwhol
David S. Reynard
William Reynard
Philip M. Truax
Jessie M. Truax
J. R. McCleary
Petition Seeks Road Alteration on Long Run and Harrisville Road
The Board of County Commissioners is to hear a petition on August 6 asking to alter Long Run and Harrisville Road. The proposal would move the road 600 feet east of Roby Coal Co. coal tipple, shift south about 400 feet for 300 feet, then return to the old road near a large elm tree. Petitioners include C. A. Young.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Long Run
Harrisville
Roby Coal Co
Tpple
C. A. Young
Highland Farms Ad Promises Profit in Florida
Health happiness and independence await on Highland Farms in Florida's orange and grape fruit region. A ten acre plot offers easy monthly payments and potential earnings of $5,000 per year. The listing notes fine fishing and hunting access with a card as proof. Anderson Marshall Land Company, Lily-3 in Huntington, W. Va.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Anderson Marshall Land Company
Also Mentioned on This Page
Anna M. Navoting
Wenstell Navoting
Mckee
Spencer Banks
Thomas H
Henry
Jennie Gough
Follansbee
Probate Court
United States
James F. Francis
Bradfield Regulator CO
Atlanta
Popham
Mall
Williams Mfg. CO
Props
Onio
Henderson Drug Co
Foretta
Maloney
Mark
P. P. Lewis
Lily
Huntington, W. Va
Burely
Sinft
S.S.S
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, GA
M. Bookman
Market St
Cor
Fifth St
J. W Forney
Market Street
Steubenville, C
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