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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
5
Religious leaders appeal for Liberty bonds as World War I rhetoric frames financial support as a patriotic act. sermons from Rev Freeman, Rev Dye, and Rev Mulhane urge congregants to contribute. emphasize moral duty, national defense, and the bond’s safety and dividends.
The remains of the late Merlin Morris were brought to Akron after he died at home early Sunday. The funeral was held at 1 o'clock at the aunt's home on Maonfield Avenue, with services then proceeding to Mound View Cemetery. Willard Bowman attended the arrangements.
In Buckeye City on June 4, Robert Edgar sustained serious back injuries after a ladder broke while workers used it to paint John Colopy's barn. Clarence Engle suffered minor injuries. The fall, reported between 25 and 80 feet, drew a crowd and a physician was summoned. Edgar's full injuries remain uncertain.
In wartime appeal the Buckeye urges readers to be economical and invest in Liberty Bonds to aid the government and secure personal profit through a good savings account, promising safety, satisfaction, and contentment.
William R. Hogue, born 1849 in Xenia and longtime Mt. Vernon resident, died Sunday night after a 30 year illness. Survived by his wife, three daughters, seven sisters, and was a member of Joe Hooker Post G. A. R. Funeral at 2 p.m. Wednesday at his home, 101 East Gambier Street, with Rev. W. B. Hull officiating.
A son was born Saturday night to Mr and Mrs Edward Raymonds of Mansfeld road. A daughter was born Sunday evening to Mr and Mrs James McPherson north of Democracy. A son was born Monday morning to Mr and Mrs Clifford Frost on Columbus road.
City council will vote tonight to fill the vacancy created by President Clutter's resignation. The three candidates listed are Mi chaols Clinton N. Williams and Thom as Ruskings, with details suggesting U S footwear trade context.
Schooler C Horn, a prominent Knox county resident and Mason, died at his Bladensburg home Sunday after a long illness described as heart-related. Born 1850, he was a retired merchant and landowner, led Ohio Lodge 199 P M as master for nine years, and was the first worthy patron of Glenwood Chapter 503 O E S. Funeral services Wednesday at 8 o clock at the Disciple church, Bladensburg, with Bladensburg Masons and Eastern Stars in charge. He is survived by his wife and son C V Horn of Bladensburg.
Dr Edward M Clark of Columbus road is commissioned as a first lieutenant in the Geld hospital corps and will serve as medical examiner of Battery E in this city. All young men seeking exemption from registration on Tuesday may still join Battery E which has police patrol duties to maintain order. Rex Elben of Fredericktown was admitted as a member of the battery.
The Rt. Rev. W. A. Leonard of Cleveland arrived in Gambier and will stay several weeks. Akron residents Mr. and Mrs. Wade and children attend Harcourt commencement. Johnstown visitors Mr. and Mrs. Gail Dumbaugh and daughter call on relatives. Strelvert house hosts Kimball family for summer. Dr. Streibert delivers Baccalaureate for Harcourt at Church of the Holy Spirit. Akron’s Frank Benedict spent weekend with relatives. Mrs. Gladys Mercer of Toledo visits relatives. Emma Parkhurst of Coshocton spends Sunday here.
A claim asserts that the alb damaged by corrosion can be repaired by Vhs to be as good as new. The statement reads oddly and appears to mix unrelated terms, suggesting a misread OCR fragment rather than a coherent report.
The Chamber of Commerce outlines a practical approach to patriotic registration, urging men to enroll without halting industry. Leroy G. Mayer states that keeping factories moving is vital, and registration will be observed by registering the men without interrupting business. Schools will stay open on Registration Day.
Marietta June 1 An unsigned note warning Sheriff Posse of Washington County to halt activities for draft registration was found at the courthouse. The note was scrawled on paper with no signature. A local minister also received a letter threatening his life unless he stops assisting the draft registration.
Mrs. Guy Payne of 508 North Jefferson received a telegram from her husband in Burma India saying he had been in an explosion and his recovery was very doubtful as he was mangled terribly. The item is part of a broader, fragmentary collage of excerpts and commentary from various sources.
A New York Post excerpt discusses the comparative value of white corn as a cheap, nutritious staple. It argues corn offers superior nutritive value for households, emphasizing its affordability and wide appeal across regions. The piece cites courtly inquiry into corn’s place in daily diets and its prominence among staple foods.
A Pittsburgh Press summary explains lisping or stuttering arises from underdeveloped speech organs and habits. Abnormal teeth and tongue or jaw issues contribute, and carelessness can worsen it. Most cases fade by upper elementary grades, and early school sessions should focus on oral language to form correct speech habits.
The London Globe recounts extraordinary riches in the Persian shah’s kitchen with gold utensils and stone set handles. The palace staff totals about 120 with over thirty chefs and weekly wages of 500 pounds. Also noted, a Southern Pacific policy to dim headlights to save deer, allowing many to escape where trains otherwise harmed them.
A fragmented collection of satirical quips and aphorisms contrasts Nicholas Romanoff of Russia and King George of England as cousins with similar looks, one throne lost to medieval remnants, the other adapting to modern democracy. It weaves in jokes from Springfield Republican, St Louis Post-Dispatch, Baltimore American, and references to Napoleon prizes and Tibetan politeness, ending with a George Herbert line.
Society notes describe a surprise shower for Mrs Lewny Beatty of Martionhure and Mr Harry Eaton, plus the nuptials of Mr Lovie Poland and Miss Mie dred Fyten in the city. Also listed are the Wolfe Hampshire marriage of Rove E Wolfe and Genevieve Hampshire of Mt Vernon performed by Rev J A Lang at his home.
President Wilson's communication to the new Russian government on the war aims of the United States has been delivered at Petrograd by Ambassador Francis but will not be published in this country or Russia for day or two. The State Department is clearing up matters of detail.
The American Commission to Russia led by Elihu Root arrived safely this morning and departed by special train for Petrograd. The party is expected to reach the Russian capital around June 11 after visiting officials here in Tokio and setting plans for the mission's next phase.
Lillie Marcella Burns daughter of Mr and Mrs Homer J Burns of Kokosing flats died Sunday shortly after birth. Funeral held Monday at 10 o clock. One day to spend so many years learning how to be happy Ellot
Market summaries from Cleveland Pittsburgh and Chicago show cattle hog and sheep receipts varied with demand steady to weak. Chicago hogs mixed prices with top cattle and calf values noted. grain futures for wheat corn and oats listed alongside cash prices. New York stocks list steel and utilities with mixed daily movement reflecting broader trading sentiment.
A new directory is prepared by Mt. Vernon Telephone. Subscribers may request name or address changes by notifying the manager. Non subscribers should apply promptly to be listed. Every family must buy and sell. telephone service is essential in Knox county. Damascus, Benlires and Constantino ple are noted among the world's oldest cities.
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