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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
1
Trustees of Sugarcreek Township will hold regular meetings on the first Monday of each month at the Town Hall in Dalton to transact business as needed. Rudy Studer and Berg are noted in the text.
Dalton's new village officials were installed after the January 1, 1908 meeting. Rev W H Hubbell took oaths as mayor and administered oaths to the council clerk marshal treasurer and Board of Public Affairs. Incoming and outgoing officers spoke as the old council adjourned sine die.
Mr Harmon Cramer underwent an appendicitis operation Saturday performed by Dr Ryall and Dr Stoll of Wooster and Dr Haney of this place. The case was among the worst seen by these surgeons with ten recent operations in two weeks. The patient had been ailing for some time and the bowels stopped, making surgery necessary to save his life. He is resting well and improving, and friends wish him a speedy recovery.
On New Year’s Day Guy Graber was injured at his home near West Lebanon when a trap pigeon trap discharged. The shot penetrated his forehead, eye, and cheek, destroying sight in one eye and causing a painful wound. It was a narrow escape from death.
The Presbyterian church revival continues with increasing attendance and interest. Evangelist Nance remains strong despite partial recovery. his final judgement sermon drew attention. Sunday School and auditorium were packed. thanks are given to businessmen for closing doors during services. Day meetings occur except Saturdays at 2 30. A women’s meeting was well attended. no service next Saturday. A men’s service is planned for Sunday at 3 00 with all men invited.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a safe medicine for children for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It claims relief follows and that early use can prevent croup attacks. The product contains no opium or harmful drugs and can be given to babies as to adults, sold by A J White.
Mrs Lucrétia Wilson born near Dunganan Columbiana Co Ohio October 8 1845 died January 2 1908 age 62 years 2 months and 24 days She married William Wilson of Dalton October 13 1874 Emerson survives with two infant siblings deceased The Bethesda Presbyterian church near Millport and later Dalton were her faith homes Funeral held at the Presbyterian church in Dalton with Rev J Y Hindlay and Rev W H Hubbell officiating The text referenced Genesis 5 24 Mr Wilson shares communal sympathy in sorrow and loneliness
Rhuan Tharp aged 107 died last Saturday at the Home of Samuel Starner in Nashville. Widow of Caleb Tharp a Civil War soldier and the oldest pensioner in Ohio she was born in Virginia and lived through many administrations. She was a heavy smoker whose pipe accompanied her until illness ended her days.
The Pokeberry Literary Society held a successful meeting last Friday with a full house and a well received program. The society plans a Jan 17 1908 gathering with free admission to cover expenses. A. A. Smith of New Philadelphia and Clara Waltz of Massillon visited Andrew Smith. Arnold Schmater of Massillon visited Wwith-his uncle Andrew Smith. Kilmer Martin spent days in Columbiana and returned home last week. The Baughman reading circle will meet at Pokeberry District No 5 on Tue Jan 14 with attendees urged to come.
Misses Myrtle Culp Gertrude Hamel and Mary Gochnauer of Massillon spent New Year’s Day with friends in town. Victor Larson of Massillon is on the sick list. Nancy Eberly and Margaret Spindler are ill. Pauline Larson stays with friends at Alliance and Emma Sommers of Wooster visits here. Anson Walters visits Karl Hoover. Mary Wagner from Canal Fulton visits Mrs Manning. Catherine Eberly and Mrs Albert Wilhelm visit the Eberly sisters. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Henry Garver on Sunday.
Local notes list Louis Lilly spending New Years with friends in Madisonburg. Miss Minnie Heckathorn of Canton visited her parents on Sunday. Ada McCelland visited friends in Ashland. Eva Heckathorn visited Canton with family. Dr Beals and daughter Mandain called on John Haven Stine Sunday evening. Mrs Shankin and daughter Irme visited Marshon family of Beach City last week. Hattie Blackstone celebrated New Years with her brother in West Lebanon. Leap Year note.
The delinquent tax list will be in the hands of I B Douglass for collection this week and will be found at L C Davison's shoe store for two days January 9 and January 11. Remember the dates.
I M James of Touéllen South Carolina proclaims a cure for malaria misery with Electric Bitters in 60 cent bottles. The tonic promises quick relief from chills bilious attacks yellow jaundice stomach liver and kidney troubles and lame back. Sold under guarantee at A J White's drug store.
The Sonnen berg Fire and Lightning Insurance Association will hold its annual meeting at Goudy hall Dalton Ohio on Tuesday January 14 1908 at 12 oclock noon Standard time to elect officers and conduct other business All members are urged to attend J WH TSCuAN JZ President Je L AMSTUKY Secretary
Miss Ola Khudd entertained twenty six friends at her North Hills home from eight to eleven with parlor games and music. At eleven, guests gathered for supper and a surprise dining room ending. Out of town visitors included Mr. H. C. Eckard of Ada Ohio and Miss Garrett and Mr Hour of Canton Ohio.
Mrs Lucretia Wilson widow of William Wilson died suddenly at her home north of Green Oak schoolhouse last Thursday evening at age 62. She appeared in usual health until her son Emerson found her dead on a couch upon returning from the barn. Funeral held Saturday with obituary to follow in another column.
Mr. E. E. Chamberlain of Clinton Maine testifies that Buckley’s Arnica Salve relieves piles and heals an old sore without a scar. The advertisement notes Bic at A J White’s drug store.
A meeting in Columbus on Tuesday January 14 at 7 30 p m to discuss better control of infection and contagious diseases among humans and animals. Representatives from Boards of Health and Boards of Trades promote the event and urge attendance.
A cough medicine claim states it acts on the bowels to drive the cold out of the system and warns against constipation by avoiding constipating remedies. It is described as pleasant to take and suitable for children, sold by A. J. White.
Card thanks friends neighbors and groups for flowers and help in the sad loss of our father from the Buchanan family.
Samuel Martin farm 80 acres three miles northeast of Dalton and six miles east of Orrville on Orrville Massillon road. Timber area with balance in cultivation. Seven room brick house with attached buildings in good repair and ample water. Good orchard. For particulars contact E. S. MARTIN Burton City or Orrville Ohio RP D No 8. Phone 8 rings on 21-Orrville Exchange.
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