Officials Sworn In At Knox County Handles Second Term
John M. Woollson was sworn in as Knox county sheriff at 10 am succeeding Peter J. Parker. Deputy Water B. Mousholder also sworn in. L. Tate Cromley began his second term as prosecuting attorney. Bonds filed and approved. Several probate and estate actions noted, including wills of Mary Jane Ferguson and others, plus real estate sales, guardianship accounts, and jail-building plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Woollson
Knox County
Peter J. Parker
Woolfson
Water B. Mousholder
Patrick A. Berry
L. Tate Cromley
Firat
R. L. Jones
Angeline Morrison
Court House
Will of Matzgar filed for probate in Monroe township
The last will and testament of Re whol Metagar of Monroe township with codicil has been filed in probate. The will was argued in October and witnessed by parties named in the proceeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O Lawha
Houck
Otho McCarron
Mary Bell
St. Vincent de Pauls Catholic Church
Abe
Monroe Township
James
Joseph
Cornelive
George
Albert
Joanna Metsgar
Matzgar
Metagar
Monroe Town
Peobale
President Elect Wilson to Cabinet
President elect Wilson outlined plans to announce cabinet picks en masse but implied a lengthy, careful selection process. He credited no one with advance knowledge, noted discussions with Democratic leaders, and said he will follow his past method of confirming acceptances before public announcement. He did not confirm any ambassador or Bryan role, though supporters favor Bryan as Secretary of State. He hinted at a broad agenda for Congress but did not detail specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
N. J
Wilson
Washington
Trenton
New Jersey
William J. Bryan
Elect Wilson
Bryan
Democratic
House
Mr. Bryan
Missionary Society Meetings Highlight Intercessory Prayer
January church gatherings featured the Gay Street M E Church and Vinestreet Church of Christ Woman’s Missionary Societies. Guests shared experiences on intercessory prayer and needs of Oriental women, with talks on China Japan and Indial life. Officers presented fundraising totals and plans while weather shortened attendance but devotion remained strong.
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W. F
Gay Street
M. E
Emma Tibbetis
J. M. Wilker
A. Willyerd
Mary Sapp
M. J. Magers
Batnter
Hageman
Mare Condit
Chas
Sapp
E. D. Barnett
Mosdamen Branyan
Blair
Sapp. Bolo
Mra
F. HW. Huntsberger
Win
Bricker
Gara Walker Eady
Church of Ghiriet
Woman's Missionary Society
Vinestreet
Church of Christ
William Welsh
Lydia McNabb
Prayler
Methames Long
Critchfield
Mion Williams
Trafic
J. A. Long
Welsh
Schaeffer
Carr
Baughman
Taxation Deliveries in Vermont Legislature
Montpelier Vermont January 6 The Vermont legislature reassembled for a winter session with a light calendar and aims to finish by month end Key bills include granting women limited municipal suffrage moving state election from September to November and readjusting taxation methods for intangible property
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Montpelier
Versmont
Philadelphia graft case goes to trial for city fraud
Philadelphia officials arraigned for conspiracy to defraud the city in a probe linked to graft scandals that helped elect a reform mayor four years ago. Ex-Director Henry Clay, ex-City Architect Carl Zilenaiger, and Joby R. Wiggine head a contracting firm face trial as the Commonwealth builds its case after Catlin commission exposures and a mayoral primary investigation.
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Philadelphia
Public
Henry Clay
Carl B. Zilenaiger
Joby R. Wiggine
Catlin Commission
Mayalty
Clay
Commonwealth
Letter Praises Ohio State Sanatorium at Mt Vernon
Charles B. Orwig of San Antonio Texas writes to the Mansfield News defending the Ohio State Sanatorium at Mt Vernon. He cites his 14 months there and the benefit to himself and others, defending Dr Douglass and the institution against critics. He notes the facility aids many and has sent literature widely and saved money under Dr Douglass.
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Charles B. Orwig
Mansfield Newe
Ohio State Sanatorium
Mt. Vernon
A. Douglans
Cleveland Press
Costa
Ohio State
Douglass
Ohio
Ohio State Sancttorium
San Antonio
Tex
State report shows costly pay-patient scheme at Mt Vernon sanatorium
The Ohio Sanatorium near Mt Vernon runs a costly pay patient program with 1912 receipts of 24968.60 against maintenance costs of 59715.65. Inmate charges were five dollars weekly, stock sale revenue 1285.60, daily attendance rose from 64 in 1911 to 10% in 1912, and tuberculosis patient charges at five dollars weekly yield 260 annually while costs reach 338.94, making a 73.14 deficit per patient. Despite high costs the program is praised as humane and successful. The column also notes Hugh Jennings performing a vaudeville ballad and jokes about Detroit contract talks.
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Columbus Dispatch
Ohio
Mt. Vernon
State Board of Administration
Growth to 1912 and 1913 assets tied to mortgages
The growth to 1912 stood at $1,199,456.52 and the Company's January 1, 1913 assets totaled $6,295,542.04, all loaned on first mortgage real estate security. The company owns no real estate, illustrating its conservation. Five percent paid on time deposits. booklets available detailing how money is received and loaned.
Waight to Explain City Form Change at Wednesday Meeting
Hon J B Waight will explain how a municipality may switch from current government to the commission form under new constitutional amendments. The topic carries great interest and may reveal points useful for future steps. Dr Fr C Larimore will also speak on The Building of a City With a Concrete Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Waight
Citizens’ Association
Commission
Fr. C. Larimore
Knights of the Maccabees Install New Officers at Howard Tent
Howard Tent No. 230 Knights of the Maccabees installed officers including Past Commander Humbert, Commander Jess Fry, Lieutenant Commander Penderweed, Record Keeper H. R. Bell, Finance Keeper John Ralston, Chaplain Clinton Purdy, Physicians Drs Coleman and Bum von, Sergeant Evert Tucker, Master-at-Arms Humbert, 1st Master of G Bolin, 2nd Master of G John Kirklin, Sentinel A F Weatrich, Picket Balmer Colgin, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of the Maccabees
A. M. Humbert
Cotma
Jess Fry
Penderweed
H. R. Bell
John Ralston
Clinton Purdy
Vague Postal Petition Sparks Friction Over Names
The fragment lists numerous individuals and titles including Mr Vernon, Miss Jane Baird, John Benedict, Miss Ning Bonker, Clarence A. Brewer, Mrs. Elizabeth Cage, and many others linked to a post office matter. A final remark hints at political anger and calls for reasoned debate. The text remains incomplete and context is unclear.
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Vernon Postelieea Allen
Jane Baird
John Benedict
Ning Bonker
Clarence A. Brewer
Lissie Burdett
Elizabeth Cage
Emery Dean
Lillian Errett
George Gault
Elizabeth Gilliland
H. C. Jennings
H. T. James
Mra
Violet Lewis
Rosa
R. W.) McCadden
J. T Miller
John T. Pickett
Matthey E. Porter
Geo
Elizabeth Porter
J. Roberts
Plaming Co. Sells
Diana Shambrook
Lou Critia Bhitzes
J. A. Snyder
Misa Nelle Swearengh
Olen West
Clyde White
Bila White
Chas
J. Williams
Clarence Young
Martha
G. Dowds
P. M. Ao
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Steger and Sons Manufacturing Company
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C. M. Sellers
Lewis B. Houck
O. G. Taylor
Oak Street
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William A. Howack
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Vernon
Mary Bertha Ferguson
Benjamin Bt. Ferguson
Frank Moore
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William B. Magill
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James A. Beach
Harriet Beach
Desde
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Chas. C. Taylor
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Lillo F. Weaver
Milford
Robert W. Burnett
Lissie Keyes
Fredericktown
P. J. Parker
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Clinton
Bon Amen
W. C. Rockwell
Dimwood Place
John M. Woolison
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West Sugar Street
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W. Side Public SquAre
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