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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1916

Page

8

Man on Porch Believed Drunk Then Frozen Near Fredericktown

A man found on Max Hyman’s porch at 6:40 AM on a frigid day near Fredericktown was rescued by Sheriff Woolfson and others. He was incoherent, intoxicated, and nearly frozen, later thawed by a warm fire at a paint shop. Judge Blair returns from Delaware County with a busy docket, including a delayed common pleas session and a dismissed $5,000 injury suit against Herman Davis.

Fredericktown Max Hyman East Ohio Avenue Hyman Woolfson Delaware Park B. Blair Common Pleas Court Delaware County Sige Paya Coste John ¥. Tyler Herman Davis Tanaway

Birth of Son to Mr and Mrs Glenn Scott at M S Hospital

A son was born Thursday morning at the M and S hospital to Mr and Mrs Glenn Scott of Wooster road. The birth adds a new member to the Scott family.

Bor Scott Wooster Road M. & S. Hospital Glenn Scott

Skating Begins on Kokosing Amid Cold Spell

Weather forecasters predict warming by week end and locals take to the Kokosing River as ice forms for skating. Several men gamble on staying put as the rink bears their weight.

Kokosing Bee

Face Big 6: Gas Shortage Hits Coshocton Factories

Gas shortage endangers eight Coshocton factories as residents endure long cold nights. Industrial losses loom while workers face layoffs and uncertain futures amid winter hardships.

Coshocton

Fire Claims 60 Plymouth Rock Chickens Near Martinsburg

A coop fire at Stanley Herrod’s farm one mile from Martinsburg destroys 60 Plymouth Rock chickens kept inside. Neighbors and Mr. Herrod fought the blaze but all birds were killed. Loss amount not yet known.

Martinsburg Plymouth Rock Stanley Herrod Herrod

Hoary old 1756 law book found in Olds office

Attorney Benjamin Olds uncovered a well preserved 1754 law treatise during office repairs. The book belonged to his late father James Old, a long known county attorney. Its title page proclaims A Report of Cason Adjudged In the Court of Kings Bench Since the Death of Lord Raymond in 4 parts, printed by His Majesty's Law Printer.

Gilead Sentinel Benjamin Olds James Old Cason Court of Kings Bench Lord Raymond His Majesty's Law Printer

Officers elected for six months at Brandon M. B. church

The Lafties Aid Society met at Roy and Mrs Morey home to elect officers for six months. President Blanche Milligan Vice President Pearl Morey Secretary Hagel Smith Treasurer Addie Milligan. After election, members enjoyed an evening and refreshments before departing.

Lafties' Aid Society The Brandon M. B. Church Roy Morey Blanche Milligan Pearl Morey Hagel Smith Addie Milligan Everts

Deaths Include William L Atkinson and John Perrin

Funeral services were held for William J. Atkinson age 17 at Zanesville under Modern Woodmen of America. He was a nursery salesman and deputy in the Zanesville camp, survived by a widow and brother James Atkinson. John Perrin, formerly of this city, died in Cuyahoga Falls after a brief illness. His funeral was at Miller Bros chapel with burial in St John’s cemetery next to his wife.

William L. Atkinson William J. Atkinson Modern Woodman of America Zanesville W. P. Ralston Muskingum County Lawrence Cashbaugh James Atkinson Rutland John Perrin Cuyahoga Falls Mt. Vernon Knox County Miller Bros J. A. Long Remime St. John’s Cemetery Mr. Perrin

Shoppers Invited to Use Chamber Rooms This Season

The chamber of commerce headquarters welcomes Christmas shoppers to rent and use its rooms and telephone facilities. Secretary Mayer calls this to the public’s attention.

Chamber of Commerce Cer Mayer

Ashbrook Secures Pensions for Civil War Soldiers

Washington dec 14 the house passed three pension bills aiding war veterans congressman ashbrook secured payments for Nathan Smith of Newark 36 dollars per month Benjamin Ammons of Islena 40 dollars per month and Valentine B farquhar of Buckeye City 30 dollars per month

Washington House Congressman Ashbrook Nathan Smith Newark Benjamin Ammons Islena Valentine B. Farquhar Buckeye City

Extra Pennsy Train 16 Runs to Columbus

Due to long waits at Orrville for eastern connections, the Pennsylvania line ran an additional train through to Columbus arriving at 1 08 PM Thursday. Local officials are unsure if the service is permanent or temporary.

Orrville Columbus

Hughes Carried West Virginia in the Electoral Vote

Charleston dispatch reports that Charles Evans Hughes carried West Virginia in the recent electoral vote, with the plurality increasing as returns came in from the state capital and surrounding counties.

Charleston W. Va Charles Evans Hughes West Virginia

ESTO INSTITUTE Annual meeting at Butter church in December

The Hato Farmers Institute will hold its annual meeting at the Butter church on Wednesday and Thursday, December 20 and 21. No admission charged except on the fast night when ten and fifteen cents apply. O. Farmer presides with Hays as secretary. Church tables will serve dinner and supper at the school. The program includes addresses, lectures, discussions, and music by local figures, with topics on farming methods, crop yields, and rural civic themes.

Hato Farmers’ Institute O. Farmer Hays

Dangers Seen In Vast Gold Reserves As Trade Balance Focus

Norfolk report notes that US gold reserves have swelled to about 2.709 billion dollars since the European war began. Crocker National Bank official John Clausen warns a large gold stock risks masking economic strength and urges renewed focus on building a favorable postwar trade balance with Europe. He cites potential shifts in global finance and the need for future foreign trade financing strategies. Shippers to Bear Disinfection Costs For Cattle Car Hauls, ICC Rules.

Norfolk United States John Clausen Foreign Department the Crocker National Bank San Francisco Southern Commercial Congress Muropa Larse

Gift Hosiery and Leather Gloves Sale Ad

For 3.50 three pairs of pure Silk Hose neatly boxed for gifts Gauntlet Gloves for the boys soft leather and warm lined 150 Sport stripes in many colors They'll be more fashionable than ever Silk plated Pony Hose for the kiddies 590 per pair.

Silk Undergarments Bring New Lace Bransier Sale

Advertisement notes silk undergarments including lace bransier priced at $1 and $1.50 in flesh white or blue color, new stock available.

Ready made waists and candy stripe fabrics offered

A sale note lists candy stripe fabrics in gold and white pink and white nile and tan at 4.00 and ready made waists in crepe de chine priced from 3.50 to 5.85, with dainty chic styles highlighted.

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