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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1911
Page
7
The article reports that Frank Woolard faced charges of complicity in a Newark lynching. A judge ordered Woolard released on bond after prosecutors presented insufficient evidence to proceed.
Delaware judge grants continuance in the Woolard murder case tied to the Litherington lynching. The defendant remains free on a $2,000 bond signed by his brother, while prosecutors seek a new term. Commissioners extend June tax payment deadline to July 20 as bids for Bartlett bridge substructure are opened and awarded to Rathjohns for $5.80 per cubic yard. superstructure bids later postponed to Wednesday.
Heavy mirror removed from the Hull building vestibule formerly occupied by William A Porter last week. Two men hauled it to the building rear and it was stolen Sunday night. burglars likely used a wagon to haul the loot away.
Rev. J M Helm of Howard delivered the baccalaureate sermon to Morgan township’s graduating class in Owl Greek Baptist Church. The crowded audience heard the address on The Call to the Betty with a fine program, praised for its delivery and organization.
Equipment stored at Hidwatha park belonging to the Ohio Baptist assembly is being shipped to Summerland Beach Buckeye Lake for the assembly. Several items believed to belong to Mt Vernon residents were found in the park building and those in charge cannot remove them. Citizens with such gear are urged to contact Tew FB Brintnstoo at once. Also an ad notes a second hand auto ringboat for sale in good condition with price and contact. Mrs Ruby McNeal and daughter visiting Mr and Mrs C P Rice in Danville.
Mr Vernon Men attend wedding in St Pauls Episcopal Church as John Tudor Wilson wed Mine Jewel Buchanan. Bridesmaids wore green marquisette and white attire, reception planned, couple honeymooned at Kier Park then Nome. Ohio State Journal reports Miss Doris Wootton honored by Sun day school group before moving to Detroit. Eastern Star chapter hosted Fredericktown visitors with a formal luncheon and floral decor.
A garden party at the White House drew vast society attention for Taft and Mrs. Taft’s silver wedding anniversary. Weather predicted rain failed to dampen attendance as 6,000 guests enjoyed music, dancing, and lawn receptions amid festive lights and Christmas trees. Notables and travelers from Millbury to Danville attended. daily posts noted visitors and formal etiquette at the capital social highlight.
President Taft hosts 5,000 guests at the White House for Mrs. Taft's golden wedding anniversary celebration. The crowd, smiles, and speeches fill the evening as the First Lady appears strengthened, while weather concerns earlier gave way to a bright, lantern-lit garden.
Dr and Mrs P O Larimore and daughter Misa Harriet departed Tuesday evening for Los Angeles and other potato in the West for an extended trip.
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