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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1920
Page
4
The piece notes coal delivery delays amid a railcar surplus claim by W B Colver head of the FTC. He argues enough open top cars exist to move all coal if speed matched canal boat rates, criticizing railroads for slow freight despite blaming terminals congestion and unions.
The article argues country living offers more affordable rents and space, with gardens and quiet for families. It notes city dwellers can move to nearby country areas within 10 to 25 miles, easing costs via trolley or car and improving health and well being.
Mrs I F P Young and Allison with Elhanoy of Chicago visit Mr and Mrs George Kingebury west of the city. James Fooney and daughter Minn Alice depart for Detroit to stay with relatives. Arthur Graham and wife arrive from Jacksonville to stay with Mrs W Buxton. Mr and Mrs W H Parner and Miss Mary Ransom go to Lancaster for weekend.
Knox county health board members discussed ongoing sanitation work and the fruit of inspections. Deputy health officers were elected for Centerbury Frederic town Mr Vernon and Danville and will meet Dr Blair for instruction. Three drinking water wells were deemed fit for use and two contagious cases were found without prior care.
Court notices show several real estate actions including petitions to sell filed for guardianship and estate executors. Bonds and private sale orders were recorded with affidavits, subpoenas, and inventories noted for estates in Union Township and related parties.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an examination for Knox county held at Mt. Vernon on Aug 14 1920 to fill the rural carrier position at Brink Haven and any later vacancies on rural routes in the county. Applications and instructions available at the Mt. Vernon post office.
Agricultural note from the Ohio Experiment Station outlines barrier methods to stop chinch bugs. A furrow with creosote or coal tar forms a sticky odor barrier around wheat fields, renewed frequently, with holes every 16 to 20 feet.
Johan Cunningham a gambler notes culling payoffs from his flock. On June 16 he culled 23 hens from 74, leaving 45. In the seven days before and after culling the flock’s egg yield rose to 177 eggs from 178 and 177 daily, showing reduced feed costs improve egg production.
Mt Vernon police warn drivers on outer streets to curb speeding after repeated complaints. Chief Parker says leniency ends as officers will patrol with special beats next week and enforce the law to curb speeding and prevent residential disruption.
County Superintendent Marriott states the new salary schedule ends prior shortages. Average teacher pay in Knox County will rise about $100 yearly, easing turnover. Teachers who earned around $80 previously will now receive $115 to $180, with many positions already filled.
George Gallagher and his eight year old son Malvern escaped serious harm after a runaway on North Main Street struck the square curb. Gallagher sustained arm and leg bruises while Malvern suffered a scalp wound and a severe hand injury. Both were treated by Dr. Deeley at his office.
Knox county Farm Bureau plans a reorganization campaign starting Oct 11 under the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and American Farm Bureau Federation. The current $10 annual membership for three years aims to boost Knox county’s 3200 farmers toward a 2000 member drive.
More than 20 000 Pennsylvania Railroad employees receive medals in a company wide ceremony with marks at multiple system points. Local offices announce 25 Mount Vernon workers will receive war medals with several traveling to Akron to accept theirs. Leonard H. Kelley and James McDonough plan to go to Akron next Monday for their medals.
About thirty thousand dollars worth of stock was represented at a meeting of Mt. Vernon Telephone Co stockholders held at the Knox county courthouse. The farmers committee planned a toll charge protest, but since stock represented was small no proposition was presented. Plans for another meeting were discussed as Mr. B. Ferenbaugh presided. Mr. R. C. Bradfield of Chicago departed for home.
Sanitary Officer Parker orders owners to cut weeds growing along private property in Mt. Vernon. City survey shows many premises in bad condition as weed seeding season approaches. Notifications will be sent next week to all properties.
Prof. Earl R. Welker of Frederick town was elected to lead Martinsburg public schools at the board of education meeting Thursday evening. Welker is a leading county educator and will serve as head of the local school system valued for service to the community.
Knox county will receive 166.20 from cigarette tax collections after a Saturday morning report by County Auditor A. D. Rinehart. The state will gain 1,023.63. Knox county lists several dealers and two wholesalers, mainly in Mt. Vernon, as tax receipts rise from last year’s 705.26 to 2,067 this year.
With less than ten days to pay the June taxes, about $235000 remains unpaid in Knox County. Approximately $150000 has been reparated. The sum of $11000 was received on Friday. County Treasurer Hunt urges speedy settlement as the deadline nears.
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