Walker family reunion draws large Lorain County turnout
The first annual Walker Hy reunion gathered at Edward Walker’s home in spotbel township with seven generations represented. Attendees included Joseph Walker of Birr aged 85 and Eliza Peat of Grand Rapids aged 73. Officers were elected, August 12 set as a permanent date, and a family history booklet was planned. A diary from the voyage to America and a John Walker heirloom watch drew interest during a day of reminiscences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Walker
Spotbel Township
Tom Walker
Edith Jelley
Affergut
Tyes
John Walker
England
Joseph Walker
Birr
Eliza Peat
Grand
Rapids
Mich
Avon
Arthur B. Walker
Rhea Walker
Lorain
Ohio
Howard Walker
William Walker
B. Walker
Ella FergRaon
America
Lorain County
Mir
Joseph. Walker
Elyria
W. .Barndollar
C L. Krautter
Bertha Barr
Chester
Lucy
Mabel
Pine
Walker
Henry Shir
Bercy
Raytmouff
Harry Wales
Personal notices from Carlisle include travel and visits
Mr and Mrs H M Miller of Sixth street with Mr and Mrs T E O DONNELL and two sons plan a week at Suthift cottage Linwood park. Ruth Dinmen of Middle avenue ill in Buffalo hospital. Mrs Elizabeth Hunt and son Chester head to Larkport NY. Ruth Kahlif Dorothy Dalrymple Virginia Stetson Hagel Balls return from Linwood camping. Otis May of Oberlin, J E Ball, Fancy Co Cleveland, Stewart Cowin Pittsburg guests of Henry Ruhl on S V Price farm Carlisle. Church of Christ Section 4 picnic August 7 River View Park. Dr J E Hess West avenue heads to Columbus for veterinary convention. Mrs D S Finnegan of Chicago is a guest at Hoffmans Fourth Street. Helen Wellert of East avenue travels west incl Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Miller
Sixth Street
T. E. O'Donnell
Robert
David
Linwood Park
Suthift
Ruth Kahlif
Dorothy Dalrymple
Virginia Stetson
Hagel Balls
Linwood
Otis May
Oberlin
J. E. Ball
Fancy Co
Cleveland
Stewart Cowin
Pittsburg
I Henry Ruhl
Carlisle
Cuticura Heals Boy Eczema, Prompt Soap and Ointment
A Nebraska mother reports her three year old's face rash and blistering eczema healed after using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment. She recalls a friend recommending the product, sending for a free sample, then purchasing more until the condition improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wally
Anns Stortz
Rickley St
Columbus
Nebraska
Sony
Remarkable French Girl Uses Feet for Embroidery
Mie. Margaret Allez, a young French girl born without arms, inspires workers and serves as an object lesson for those who have lost upper limbs. A pean shows the wonderful things she can do with her feet, as she performs delicate embroidery with her toes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mie
Margaret Allez
Ind
Actors Confer With Harding In Marion Campaign Day
A group of actors led by Al Jolson visited Senator Harding on his Marion porch to pledge support and hear his remarks. Charles Evans Hughes met with Harding as part of a string of high profile discussions while a parade and band accompanied a public program. The Theatrical League hosted the day with a breakfast and a chicken dinner, showcasing a staged patriotism and campaign backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Harding
Charles Evans Hughes
Ysies
al Jolson
Theatrical League
Senator Harding
Marion Civic Association
Marion Club
Oberlin Men Strike Second B16 Oil Well
Oberlin Aug. 24 Portage Oil & Gas company owned by Oberlin business men struck oil in the second well on their leases shot last Friday. Their first well struck oil in good quantities and has been producing. The company holds about 60 acres in Wood County near Haskins with majority stock owned by E. M. Cook and E. B. Twining. Further drilling is planned as operations accelerate. Other stockholders include M. A. Houghton Phil H Ohly H Braithwaite E. A. Stevens BE Wheeler and M. C. Keogh of Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Houghton
Phil H. Ohly
H. Braithwaite
E. A. Stevens
BE. J. Wheeler
M.C. Keogh
Cleveland
Adam Filker of Amherst Dies Suddenly at 75
Adam Filker, 75, longtime Amherst resident, dropped dead Monday at 2 p.m. from heart failure at his home. He was employed by the Cleveland Stone Co. during his working years. He left a wife and five children, including William.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Filker
Amherst
Cleveland Stone Co
William
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Helped Woman
Mrs A L Mitra of Minneapolis reports relief from fatigue and nervous exhaustion after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She says rest, appetite, and milk supply improved, enabling exclusive nursing again and renewed energy for caring for her two children. The testimonial asserts the product’s broad effectiveness for women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
Lydia
Parker Gilbert Succeeds Lefingwell as Assistant Secretary
S Parker Gilbert of New Jersey, long associated with Russell C Lefingwell, has taken over as assistant secretary of the treasury. Gilbert previously served in the treasury during the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Parker Gilbert
New Jersey
Russell C. Lefingwell
Treasury
Gilbert
Amherst Remembrance for Mrs William Reffening and Kin
Mrs William Reffening 85 dies in Amherst following illness. The obituary lists relatives including Fisher and Lynch families of Amherst and Lorain as well as sisters Mrs Lizzia Blake and Mrs Mary Schwert of Elyria. The report notes additional survivors from Pennsylvania and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amherst
William Refenning
Elyria High principal schedules back to school meetings
Those planning next year at Elyria High School may meet with Principal R P Vaughn in his office after August 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The notice invites students and guardians to arrange and confirm schedules with the administrator prior to the new term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria High School
Vaughn
Day 75 dies in county as seer
Mrs E M Day aged 75 and described as a county seer passes away. A spate of crimes is reported with a fake fire insurance agent case, a jewelry theft, and a cash loss in Norwalk and nearby towns. Police investigate while community notices list charity plates and schoolhouse events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Day
County
Biseer
Iauranes
Searle
John Evans
Norwalk
Steve Loureed
Bunk Becuse
Hag
Elmer Smith
Lorain
Adolph Nitchowski
Amherst
Big Dance at Grafton Wednesday Aug 25
The Smiths Vocal Orchestra headlines a big dance at Grafton this Wednesday August 25. Don’t miss this lively local event featuring live music and a festive community gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grafton
Smiths Vocal Orchestra
Elyria Promises Instant Eye Relief with DLeventikg
In Elyria a drugstore advertises instant action for eye relief with DLeventikg. A customer with inflamed watery eyes reports bright clear results after brief use. Five applications allegedly yield great bennett and a small bottle is guaranteed for any case of weak strained or inflamed eyes. Ebert's Drug Store and leading druggists carry the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armala
Grraat Bennett
Ebert's
Lorain and Cleveland News Blitzes and Finances
Reported to police a man lost 650 dollars after intoxication driving a horse and auto. Mob Sweeney Cleveland addresses 60 members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Pete Garson Louis Podcraft and Vasil Vasu fined 500 dollars each for bootlegging. Lorain Soccer team tops Cleveland league by beating White Autos. Georges Lingsworth to join New London as signing strengthens team. Local Lorain county team names John Fairweather captain and Sam Deutsch temporary chairman to push toward a million dollar stadium. Olio State University to seat 60 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain
Tox
Cleveland
White Autos
Georges [Lingsworth
New Lon
Don
John Fairweather
Sam Deutsch
Lorain County
Bull! Us
Olio Stutg University
City Teachers Examination At High School Friday
City teachers examination will be held at the high school building Friday beginning at 8 a.m. FLOM, SHELTON, Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Schoo
Flom, Shelton
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Elyrian
Dodd
Springfield
Buckeye Association
Greene County
Missouri
St. Joseph's Training School
Valloyd
Monoamith
Magraret
Marie Whaner
Louise Puth
Otoin Schultz
Loretta Smith
Marie Schultz
Gertrude Mayers
Mable Remner
Florence Plato
Hattie Pitzele Barta
Loraid
Doris Hance
Chronicle-Telegram
Caspade
Calanfal Theatre
Ruth Dinmen
Middle Avenue
Buffalo, N. Y
Buffalo Hospital
Elizabeth Hunt
Woodland Avenue
Larkport
N.Y
The
Church of Christ
Riverview Park
9. E. Hess
West Avenue
D. 8. Finnegan
Chicago
W. H. Hoffman
Fourth Street
Helen Wellert
East Avenue
Los Angeles
Cal
Cuticura
Mile, Aljoz
Broadway
Elyria’ Theater
Lew Cody
Action
William Fox
Tom MIX
Berial
Zasu Pitts
Mack Sennetts
Constance, Talmadge
Mary Pickford
Suds
Grann
Hughes
Democratic Pag
Willow
Ean
SEC
Houston
Parker Gilbert
Robinson & Hancock Co
Dr. Berry
G. LL Berry
Caz
Michigan Ave
Wildercraft
Miss Wilder
Central Book Store
CanDyi and
Pollea
Mob
Sweeney Cleveland
Ancient Order of Hiberniany
Pete Garson
Louis Podcraft
Vasil Vasu
the Savings Deposit Bank & Trust Co
Rachis
W. B. Forma Brassieres
Weingarten Bros
New York
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