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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1917
Page
7
Bowman files reply to the defendants in the hay case as the Demes proceed with selling 26 tons of hay from their barn. The dispute centers on ownership and sale rights amid a broader legal challenge.
Wilton Hinson Gittins files a board suit in Me ee court seeking $250 for damages and other sums tied to a family dispute. The record notes Silents wife and two children claim a two week period of heard dint arising and a partition action is mentioned with a persistent legal battle.
Fragmentary notice reports deeds filed and estate matters involving James Hirson and Mary J. Taylor under James Hirson Sr. with names such as Allen Mekemare and Brentiinger. Mentions Centerbury and Paleview with scattered, unreadable details.
A damaged report notes a sugar carrier arrival in the city for M. Hieber & Co. A fire ear was reported at a steamer, with details unclear. The article mentions an intermediary and a power event near Hitt He Was sidetmacked in the Potede yard.
A published appeal titled Begin Now To Get Ready For The New Government promotes saving money and buying War Savings certificates and Liberty Bonds. Circulated with a Columbus Ohio address and references to assets and rates, it urges citizens to prepare financially for national defense efforts.
A large crowd gathered at Hailiway Dale for a sale that attracted strong bidding and a notably high final price, underscoring keen local demand and competitive interest among bidders.
A fragmented report describes an auction of railway property in a Southern locale where appraised value was surpassed. The sale drew a sparse crowd despite extended bidding, with prices exceeding expectations and Sheriff’s sale procedures noted.
Kenyon organized by James P Hewelt presented a varied program at the high school auditorium Saturday evening. Soloists Maxwell and Stewart led patriotic airs. Dugnein and a Sa Vis folk dance segment added attraction. a late stringed orchestra cabaret scene appeared. Autartet and McKiinney Miller De Wolf Teach performed in minstrelsy. proceeds benefited the Crow chapter. After the concert, members were hosted by Mrs Yessie M Owen on North Main Street.
An Elks minstrel show selects a cast led by Vernon as it prepares for New Year events. The program lists Creedon Chaney Parke and others, with dates and local venues noted.
Through the efforts of Representative William A. Asbrook, seven Civil War veterans will receive pensions. The list includes Albert Helms Vernon Prank Logsdon Lanville Charles Hishop Cent James Kydenines Valwin Wilkins Manstheldess George Pitterbough Butler George Russell Miller.
Local draft board directs registrants to carefully study the questionnaire, prepare to answer every question, and appear before the legal advisory board at Knox County Court House from December 17, 1187, to 4 PM each day except Sundays and holidays. Submit all pages in the enclosed envelope to the local board. bring no stamps and avoid folding the questionnaire.
Miss Carrie Jacobs, Miss Cassie Coleman, and Miss Naomi Pittman, former Oberlin College students, report promising civil service exam results and new posts in Washington and beyond. The winter term begins January 2, 1918, with demand for stenographers and other clerical roles at salaries up to 1.10 per year, highlighting strong job prospects for graduates.
An advertisement offers deposits with five percent interest if held six months at THE CENTERLUNG BUILDING & LOAN COMPANY. Funds may be deposited by mail and withdrawn at any time.
Only one bid was received Monday by Safety Director E. J. Parker on remodeling the K of P armory to make it suitable for city offices and for other municipal needs.
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