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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1910
Page
3
A fatal accident near the C A G station Saturday afternoon at about 1 30 left Jacob Horn dead at the scene. The crash occurred as he rode near the crossing and the life was crushed instantly. Severe injuries were reported at the time of the incident.
Jacob Horn aged 85 a retired farmer from South Vernon was killed by passenger train No 523 due in the city at 1 30 Saturday afternoon. His skull was crushed and many bones broken. Witnesses on the platform saw the accident. Horn who was deaf did not hear the whistle. He resided on Norton street opposite Pittsburg Plate Glass company offices. He was walking on the south rail and reached a point east of the B C crossing when struck. He died instantly and the body was taken to Chappelear morgue and later to his home. He was born in 1825 in Harrison township and survived by his wife and children including Mrs Jamon B Sellers. Also included is an unrelated catalog ad for Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward claim.
Robert Doty appeared before Judge Seward with attorney F W Owen and pleaded guilty to the second count of the indictment charging receiving stolen property. The sentence was 20 days in the county jail suspended on good behavior. A motion for a new trial in Ohio vs Howard was overruled and common pleas court adjourned to open date likely December 10 to hear a new trial motion and other matters. Jay J. Hunt begins foreclosure action in Knox county court of common pleas against Gertrude L Rhodes and J I Rhodes on a promissory note for 200 with interest from November 3 1909. attorneys Joy H Hunt and Owen & Carr.
Short locals note Columbus visitors Mr Harry C Devin and Mr Walter C Curtis. Penn's advertises high school pins pens and post cards and items like hand painted calendars. Various residents travel to Newark Columbus Danville and Pittsburgh with family and business.
Rose Davidson of WGTU will lecture on the Oberammergau Passion Play next Tuesday at 7 pm in the First Baptist church. The talk features sixty stereoptical views from this year’s production, and a silver offering will defray expenses. The event is free and part of four social evenings organized by the Men’s Baraca Bible class.
A spirited Friday debate at Martinsburg High School featured four students and two teachers on the topic Resolved that the Governor of Ohio Should Not Have Veto Power. The affirmative won by a small margin amid strong contest.
The fourth Gomes of Con Curks, under the W C A, drew a large appreciative audience Friday in the High School auditorium. Beth Thompson Wilson, contralto, accompanied by Leland Arnold, gave five numbers including Arla from Samgon and De Wah Dear Love Thine Aid. Arnold's playing pleased all, described as wonderful accompaniment. Nomination of officers occurred at Mage's lodge meeting Friday. section officers to be chosen Monday evening.
Rev Jamison of Martinsburg who was badly injured by a fall at Pallabure Ohio several days ago is improving. He was brought home Friday for a thorough examination which revealed a small bone at the top of his left shoulder had been broken. He sustained the injury on Wednesday evening but did not know of the break until the examination.
Special arrangements mark a three o'clock men’s meeting led by Rev. J. T. Black of the M P church. An inspiring talk series continues from Sunday to Sunday. At four o'clock the Newark boys conference echo meeting welcomes boys 12 to 18 with music. Swimming instructor Corsan ends his session today, with badges announced later, inspired by Pratt Institute founder Mr. Pratt.
December meeting of IMI Zion lodge No 9 elected and appointed officers for the coming year. Worshipful Master Jed Mantis Senior Warden Daniel F McFeely Junior Warden George J Beeney Treasurer L Tate Cromley Secretary Samuel H Peterman Senior Pescon Clyde A White Junior Descon Clinton N Williams Tyler Charles P Gregory Trustees of Mascule Temple Directors Charles G Iams Frank O Leyting William J Grant appointments included Lucior Steward James W Jones Chaplain Rov Wm Hull etc. Joe Hooker Post No 21 G A R held a regular meeting and elected officers for the ensuing year. George S Harlor Henlor Post Commander J Ty McWlvay Vice Commander D Stone Surgeon G H Heard Chaplain M M Murphy Quartermaster O G Daniels Officer of the City William Hoey Officer of the Guard James K Burg lor Trustee for three years L G Hunt Delegates to state encampment M M Murphy William Hoey John McWlroy J A Tilton Alternates M P Martin John McCrory Le G Hunt Edward Wright.
We desire to express sincere thanks to those who kindly offered condolences and floral tributes at the death of our daughter and sister. Mrs. and Mrs. I. Veatch and Family.
Mint Hiseongwan hosted a Friday birthday surprise with many friends and neighbors. The gathering featured games music refreshments and well wishes for many more birthdays. Eta Phoenna chapter 1 of Phi Sigma Chi held a Friday banquet at Log Cabin Cafe with decorations and an initiation in West High street followed by a toast program led by Donald M. Snow with guests Curtis Stone James Graham Darrell Banning Ned Myer and Ward Sawyer of Coshocton.
The M. P. Ladies' Aid Society met in the church parlor Friday afternoon with President Mrs. AB. Jones presiding. Devotions opened with song, scripture, and prayer. An exchange planned for December 10 was decided. Entertainment by the committee followed with several recitations and musical numbers.
A concise old saying notes that free stock offers usually signal value. It suggests discerning buyers question the apparent generosity, as genuine bargains may hide risk or overvaluation. The proverb cautions skepticism toward unsolicited offers.
An old advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as the original and standard for 35 years, dismissing imitators as inferior. It describes Scott's as thick like heavy cream and suggests thinning only by buyer's own dilution with water. The copy promotes savings and a Good Luck Pony boast with address 409 Pearl St., New York.
David Claypool, a Martinsburg gas well driller, endured a loss Friday afternoon when a Horon horse broke a leg while he drove a wagon through woods. The animal slipped on an icy patch hidden by a saw, fell, and the front leg bone was broken, requiring the bore to be shot.
Durban crowds welcomed the Duke and Duchess of Connaught on their tour of the new South African Union. A Field Marshal in uniform, the Duke inspected volunteers as a foundation stone for a Technical Institute was laid. A municipal luncheon followed before the Balmoral Castle carried them home.
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