28 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1920
Page
1
The text appears to be a damaged obituary fragment mentioning a body and funeral arrangements. It references a person named Arnold and a lake location with possible relatives including seven sisters, but many words are garbled.
Mrs Mary Graber died suddenly from apoplexy last Friday at her daughter’s home on West Strulirave. She was 70 years old, mother of twelve with ten surviving children. Her husband and two daughters preceded her. Funeral held Sunday at the daughter’s home and M E Church, Rev J H Schweisberger officiating. burial in Dalton cemetery.
A Ford sedan owned by Mr. Clyde Camp was stolen last Saturday afternoon after he parked it on Beall Avenue near Holden Hall to attend the Wooster Oberlin football game. The insured car was taken from the area after a quick getaway.
Advertisement listing new tires offered by Dalton Garage focusing on 5000 mile nonskid tires priced at 16.00 and 30x3 tires at 13.00.
An old advertisement promotes Pepto Mangan as a blood building tonic to improve appearance and vitality. It links red blood to color in lips and eyes and claims better resistance to disease, urging use of the genuine product in liquid or tablet form.
Election results from high schools show Cox with 28 votes and opponents Harding 24 Donahue 4 Davis 216 on the presidential ticket while the state ticket has Davis 22 and Donahue 18. Teachers will attend sessions of the Northeastern Teachers Association in Cleveland Friday and Saturday. Local grammar and high school students heard two temperance talks from a Presbyterian Board representative Tuesday morning.
Rev J H Schweisberger pastor conducts Sunday School at 9 30 A M with D W Buchwalter as superintendent Preaching at 7 00 P M Epworth League at 6 00 P M Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7 00 East Greenville preaching at 10 30 A M All evening services start at 7 00 o clock
R E Conrad pastor. Sunday School 9 30 A M Morning Worship 10 30 A M C E 6 30 P M Leader Maud Rudy Prayer Meeting 7 00 P M Choir 8 00 P M All not worshiping elsewhere invited. Rev A W Moore missionary from India gave two addresses last Sunday.
The United Presbyterian Church under Pastor H Ray Shear invites all to Sabbath school at 9 30 a m led by A J White, public worship at 10 30, Y P C U plans November December meetings, Galatians study begins Nov 3, and Dr Trumbell Taking Men Alive book distribution at 60c each, missionary offering on Oct 17 exceeded 94 00.
George Caldwell has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Susan Caldwell late of Wayne County Ohio. Charles A. Weiser, Braate judge of Wayne County Ohio.
The Centennial Committee of the U P Church planned commemorative services on October 20 with devotional and evening sessions. Speakers included C W Howenstein, D M McDowell, Rev A M Neale, and Rev W J Grimes, D D, with messages from former pastors and a strong chorus. A large crowd enjoyed music, dinner, and a final benediction from Dr H H Marlin.
Mrs Mary Elma Fraze Cunningham wife of John Cunningham of Dalton died suddenly from apoplexy last Wednesday evening after a light stroke. Born April 11 1853 near Mt Eaton Ohio she was 67 years 6 months and 9 days. Survived by husband five children four grandchildren four brothers and three sisters. Funeral Saturday afternoon at her home conducted by Rev R E Conrad with interment in Mt Eaton cemetery.
A theatrical program titled Millions Now Living Will Never Die is advertised for Thursday night at 7:80 at the Odd Fellows venue. The notice is a small, readable fragment with emphasis on a local event.
The candidacy of Mr. Ebright stirs tax payers in Wayne County with broad approval. He is praised as an incorruptible executive with vast business experience and 19 years as Wayne County Fair secretary. Supporters say his leadership promises value for money and a square deal.
An ad notes self filling fountain pens from Conklin and Waterman, promising quality and convenience for Scott's customers. The message emphasizes durable construction and smooth ink flow for everyday writing.
Randall Barrett announces candidacy for Wayne County Surveyor seeking a second term after one prior term. He urges voters to support his bid and signs the letter ad.
H D Shannon urges voters of Wayne County to reelect him to the County Commissioner post. He cites 35 years in contract work including 20 in road building and asks support on November 2nd.
The piece notes E. F. Crist's views on life everlasting for the earth and its people, contrasting space exploration with enduring human concerns.
A Democratic candidate announces his run for Wayne County Commissioner. He notes he led the primary field of five and seeks voter support from men and women for the November 2 election.
The Mansfield United Presbyterian meeting held October 19 featured prayers and discussions on Evangelism. Rev. Frederick Elliott led a roundtable with Dr. W J Grimey of New Concord. The evening service installed Rev. H Ray Shear as pastor of Dalton church, with Rev J H Spencer of Wooster presiding and Rev A L Yarnell of Canton preaching. Attendees welcomed the new pastor and heard urging for greater witness for Christ. Wednesday morning ended with a business session and a Centennial dinner.
On the Carr farm one mile 1.1 of Kidron butcher offers custom trade every Thursday from 5 to 9 P M. It will kill strictly young cattle and sell at reasonable prices, Albert J Nussbaum announces.
A Wayne County political notice commends Ross W. Funk of Wooster for Judge of the Court of Appeals. The non partisanship appeal highlights Funk's thirty years at the Wayne County bar and roles as Wooster city solicitor and prosecutor, urging voters to mark an X beside his name.
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