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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1910
Page
5
George W. Bunn, prominent businessman and contractor, is reported dead after a long illness. The obituary notes his extensive contributions to local commerce and construction, with tributes from colleagues and family. His career spanned multiple decades, shaping the region’s business landscape.
Local obituaries report the death of George W. Bunn a Mt Vernon business leader after a long illness with strokes. Amanda Smith widow of Jacob Smith dies at 84 at North Liberty, with four children listed as survivors. Roslin Josson a former farmer dies after brief illness at his home 32 Perry street, aged about 78. William Glenn Barger infant son of Clyde and Mrs Barger dies in Martinoburg after brief illness. Funeral notices forthcoming with local clergy conducting services.
A funeral service was held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock at the Christian church in Martinsburg. Nev L. G. Walker officiated the service, with interment in the Martinsburg cemetery.
Grand Exalted Ruler August Hermann of Cincinnati sent a holiday message on a holly surmounted card to Vernon Lodge No 140 BPOE. The card urges good will, charity over hatred, and a peaceful year ahead with wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Court notes show a civil suit by Dr. William W. Penne for 156.26 and interest from Oct 15 1908 against Emanuel Miller, with Owen and Carr as attorneys. Offices at Knox county court house to close all day Monday for Christmas. W R Bartlett of Mt Vernon appointed guardian of Helen P Bartlett with bond 805, sureties Patterson. A first and final probate account of William Hall shows receipts 2263, expenditures 3008.08, balance 244.82. Marriage licenses issued to Grabb and Byler, Selby Phillips and Maude Miller, A B Williams and John Chopson, Hagel Chapman and Henry Albert with partners. Deeds filed: Robert Leeding to Men Shroats for 110 acres in Clay valued at 2000.
The article notes reindeer milk surpassing goat and cow milk for cheese and highlights venison, smoked tongues, and fur as valuable products. It details growing reindeer herds in Alaska and Labrador, with Dr. Grenfell urging wholesale government ranching and use of reindeer for sleds and logistics, plus a call for assistance.
A devastating blaze at Nelson Morris & Co meat warehouse in Chicago's stock yards began at 2 am and swept the area. Forty firefighters are believed dead after a wall collapse as an ammonia tank exploded, causing fumes that left many unable to escape. Fire Chief Horan and Fire Marshal Lacy are missing amid the disaster with losses estimated over half a million.
Mrs Thomas Way residing four miles southwest of town on Hunt Station road suffered a paretic stroke Wednesday afternoon. Left side paralysis left her unconscious at one o'clock while she worked at home after a morning errands. Dr T L Bley of Mt Vernon attended. she remained unconscious until early Thursday morning and later spoke in fragments. Despite critical condition, hopes for recovery are entertained.
Society notes report Albert Chapman marriage to Miss Hayes M Chapmin of Pleasant township. Married Wednesday at M P parsonage by Rev John T Black. they will reside in Pleasant township. Also Isaiah Dyer of this city wed Ada White in Valley Head Alabama on Dec 17. he went to spend winter there. A taffy pulling party hosted by Mrs W J Bronta and Mrs J W Tilton attracted about thirty in Martinsburg. John Chopson married Lillian B Clotter of Morgan Township at the Baptist parsonage by Rev F K Hrminsted. they will live in Morgan Township. A Maryland man seeks divorce, citing fear of his wife.
A London Punch reminiscence recalls two travelers Parker and Wilkes sharing a German hotel stay. They discover a prince's bath amid a dusty, hot stay, enjoy tepid water and towels, then witness the bath misadventure after a rival complains the bathhouse is closed.
At a Wednesday session Clinton Grange listed officers elected for Canterbury camp No. 62 Lone of Veterans. Names include Commander A T Willey Bearer Vice Homer Smith and Treasurer J B Mensmore among others with delegates I B Messmbore S Ry Best and W A White. It also records Masters Alfred Anderson and other appointed posts for Clinton Grange.
Freshmen defeated Seniors 23 to 14 to capture the Interclans championship played at WY. M. G. A. feature players McKew Seymour Shireman and Reeder for the Freshmen. Regular high school team to be chosen soon with planned games against Newark Bellville Mansfeld and Coshocton.
Y H C A notes show both teams improving with stronger averages. In the latest tournament the Draftsmen won two of three games by a total of 116 pins, with scores including 149 164 103 159 178 159 146 136 for various players.
The general delivery window will be open 8:00 to 10:00 a m on December 26 with one morning delivery by city carriers. Rural routes will operate as usual. Business patrons may leave mail at general delivery by notice. otherwise carriers will deliver as usual.
Indiana notables Charles W. Fairbanks former Vice President and Representative Champ Clark led opening talks at the Indiana State Teachers Association convention in Indianapolis with Fairbanks speaking on Forestry and the Public Schools and Clark scheduled to discuss Picturesque Public Men in tomorrow’s program.
Columbia University hockey team arrived in Cleveland, Ohio, to play two games against local colleges Western Reserve University and the Case School of Applied Science, signaling an East versus West matchup in college hockey.
Readers flood Peter Liebach the hermit with letters from about nine hundred blondes seeking to wed him for his ten thousand dollars. They propose visits, car fare, and a chance to be civilized as reporters ponder whether brunettes or blondes hold sway over the reclusive man.
Berlin reports the Emperor and family will celebrate Christmas with notable absences. The town Prince and Princess travel east, altering some festivities though the palace shells halls for gift exchanges. Imperial members purchase gifts, while others visit shops like common folk.
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