Obituary and Community Notices from Paria and Nearby
Mrs Will Baker of Paria widow of a former pastor died Wednesday in Cleveland at her daughter’s home after a lingering illness. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 3 o clock in Cleveland. Epworth League members held a Wiener roast at the William Koepper home Thursday evening. Mr and Mrs John Yoder visited Friday and Saturday with the former’s brother in Apple Creek. Bernice McVicker returned from Battle Creek Michigan Tuesday for a rest and visit. Harve Howe recovers after several ribs were injured in a fall from a hay mow. The article also mentions nascent notions of nocrovision and a playful antique discussion of Aristotle and August brides in a local, period-voiced tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Baker
David Williame
Paria
Oevenia
Mes Hitseh
Cleveland
Epworth League
William Koepper
Mroo
John Yoder
Apple Creek
Bernice McVicker
Battle Creek
Harve Howe
Fletcher resigns as tariff commission chair after year of service
President Hoover accepts the resignation of Henry P. Fletcher from the Federal Tariff Commission after a one year term as chairman. Fletcher notes the commission's progress in administering tariff laws and adjusting schedules while highlighting the challenge of securing competent personnel for such posts. Hoover intends to appoint a capable successor to lead the expert board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Commission
Federal Tariff Commission
Henry P. Fletcher
Fletcher
Tariff Commission
All Prosper or None in Interwoven Global Outlook
A Cleveland Union Trust industrial bulletin argues national prosperity hinges on worldwide well-being. It notes domestic signs improve yet emphasizes America cannot view the economy in isolation due to tight European links and the global International situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uiion Trust Co
Cleveland
America
Unostentatious Wealth Amid Quiet Millionaires
A business man kept wealth low key, living simply while owning about three million dollars. His death revealed a fortune hidden by ostentation a trait common among American millionaires. In newer regions vast fortunes grow overnight, while many wealthy avoid display.
France and U S voting contrasts in national elections
The piece contrasts French and American voting, noting France’s high turnout around 85 to 90 percent and American lower turnout, with claims about representation, ballot complexity, and public trust. It argues that despite claims of comic-opera politics, French participation is substantially higher and civic engagement reflects a strong civic consciousness.
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France
United States
Americans Who Scold and Skip Polls Face Hidden Cost
Americans who criticize the government and smear politicians while avoiding voting miss a chance to influence policy. By not participating they may unknowingly surrender civil leverage and weaken democratic accountability.
Turmoil In Town As Mischievous Thieves Stripping Victims
Disorder erupts as thieves remove trousers from victims and force them to flee in bare outfits. Town creeks whisper that arrest will follow any man galloping about naked. A bizarre note about shirts shortened and a turkey taken to a taxidermist for fitting.
Anniversaries and birthdays quick facts from history
A jumble of dates and names notes today in history events from Columbus to war declarations and presidential oath taking. It lists birthdays of US and British figures including Samuel Morse Lester Hord and Stanley Baldwin with ages.
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Paros
Spain
New World
Netherlands
America
Harvard
Lake Witnepesaukee
Standard 9.1
Germany
Frame
Calvin Coolidge
Pismoth
Vermont
Us&s
Samuel Moc Sturtridge
California
Mt. Measant
Iawa
Lester Hord Warlses
Washington, D
Solcitor
Star
Stone Ridge
Azo Arthur A. Ballantine
New York
Wish Women Had Adam's App To See How They’d Dot ’Em Up
Tale Tharp was held up and robbed while exercising his police dog. The incident occurred during a routine patrol, with the attacker taking valuables before fleeing the scene. No injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
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Adam
Dea
Tharp
Today’s Horoscope and Humorous Quote Mix
Horoscope notes a restless mind and diplomatic tendencies amid planetary hints, with lines about steady plans and concerns over internal matters. The piece pivots to a satirical aphorism about the ideal housewife and a sharp quip on modern life, ending with a provocative line about contempt for those who won’t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perna
The Silent Observer and the Real Estate Quiet Man
A wary tale contrasts a silent observer with an upstate realtor type. It notes neglect of customer names, stock handling, statements, window care, discounts, and prompt replies, culminating in the man’s regret over missed business and a broader warning about highwaymen.
Amherst Home Coming Draws Vast Local Meet
South Amherst on August 3 hosted a Home Coming at the Methodist church drawing over a hundred out of town guests and two hundred who shared in a family dinner. Elderly former members from Willard Cleveland Strongsville Akron Wellington Lorain Amherst and nearby communities attended along with Rev. A A Hunter and Elias Roe. The event featured a Welcome Home sign, yellow and green decor, gladioli and ferns, talks on old days and the House of God, and a bouquet presented to Mrs. Mary Durand who is ninety and a long-time member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Amherst
Methodist Church
Elias Roe
Strongsville
Ohio
A. A. Hunter
Cleveland
House of God
Mary Durand
Willard
Akron
Wellington
Elyria
Lorain
Amherst
Rbrownhelm
James Lyon
Ray Jones
F. W. Bunting
Heaven Is My Home and Reunion Program Highlights
A vintage program lists choir pieces and lessons including Heaven Is My Home The Savior When In Dust and The Quiet Fire. Performances feature Norma Merehunt with Dorothy Jones and Lila Muth violin solos plus male and mixed quartets. A Sunday afternoon reunion includes Welcome Address and flower presentations.
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Heaven
Norma Merehunt
Dorothy Jones
Rev
Lyon
Benedicton
Rey
Laon
Ohio
Wayne Garland
Community notes and local events in Chatham area
Chatham Aug 3 notes mention ice cream social at M E Church dining room Tuesday Aug 4. Residents Mrs Beach and Dallas and Marcia Beach visited Cleveland. Homes in town painted. Swartz store getting work. Will Lee family from Barberton visited nephew Harry Johnson and Cat Clifford's group hosted Robert’s home. Ras Village trip brought granddaughters Beulah and Ali for a stay through Sunday. Mile Mink returned from Barberton harvest work. Vacation plans near Frankfort mentioned. Congregational services not held due to pastor’s absence. Mrs Ella Bowman retired to son’s home. Grafton residents visited.
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Chatham
M. FE
Whl Beach
Dallas
Marcia
Cleveland
LS Rogers
Carl Packard
Swartz
Will Lee
Gellmude
Barberton
Harry Johnson
Cat Clifford
Robert
Ras
Beulah
Alie
Heme
Sundas Mile Mink
Rey Henry Fort
Ella Bowman
Grafton
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John W. Cullen Company
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Michigan Ave
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General Motors
Zimbhel
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Nea Lima
Vasa
Mass
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Straughts of Laborisshe
Cape May
S.J
Europe
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Moanes
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Wales
Roman Ike
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Western Reserve Finance
Turner Blk
Pierre KR. Smith
Ely
Nielsen Laboratories, Inc
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