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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1919
Page
2
Ohio State Fire Marshal Alfred T. Fleming urges banning dangerous fireworks and outlines restrictions aimed at protecting life and property. He cites wartime losses, costs of accidents, and historical data on injuries, urging cautious displays and enforcing ordinances to prevent fires and harm.
A reflective note contrasts the scent of smoke from burning, the cheer of children on an outing, and the safer sounds of celebration with the shrieks of the buried and wounded. It urges Ohio to observe a peaceful Fourth of July while the nation contemplates heavy times ahead.
One of the citys most intensely interesting pictures, Ruling Passion, comes to the Vine theatre on Tuesday. The film, written and directed by Abraham S Schomer, stars Julia Dean and Edwin Arden. A wealthy broker, tormented by hate and distrust, suffers a mental breakdown after a confidant steals his promised bride. A nurse hired to aid him strives to restore health and happiness, as love and mercy prevail over hate and revenge.
Mt Vernon overwhelmed Marlin of Columbus by a 19 to 2 score in the second game of a three game series. The locals collected nineteen hits off the opposing pitcher as Justice Heck hit a left field triple. A large crowd watched the quick contest despite a lopsided score and long last out. Next Sunday Altoona will be the attraction at the LEA Park.
Three coaches from the Haltimore & Ohio excursion train to Sandiaky derailed near Mansfeld on the return to Newark. The incident occurred late Sunday evening. No injuries were reported though several passengers from Mt. Vor moh were aboard.
Sheriff Lytle returned Saturday evening from Monroe Michigan bringing Thomas Leroy Miller, wanted on nonsupport charges. Miller was indicted by the May term grand jury and will likely be arraigned before Judge Hair in common pleas court Monday.
Courts Halls Patrick Purcell acting as executor of John W. Vernon sold and property on Gee Martinsburg road at public sale Saturday afternoon. The property consisted of one acre and two houses. The property was sold to Thompson Vernon for 3200 dollars.
M. Grubb of Amity schools has been unanimously chosen as superintendent of the Darby township centralized schools Union county Ohio. The district will maintain a first grade high school and employ eight teachers. Salary for the year set at 150 dollars per month for eight and one half months.
The Tribe of Ten Hur and admirers of Ben Hur celebrate saving General Lew Wallace’s Crawfordsville home from sale to town lots. An executive committee bought it for 20000 dollars. it will become a memorial to WD W Gerard, founder of the Tribe, with guides available at the Ben-Hur home office for visitors seeking the historic shrine.
Centerburg notes list various visitors and family visits among residents. Names include Mr and Mrs Georgy, Mrs Ela Hoes, Mr W Walter of Montgomery, and Miss Mianeche Hleks, with mentions of trips to Columbus, New York, Wisconsin, and Cleveland, along with attendance at community events and family gatherings.
The text mentions Mise Madden hosting relatives and guests including Miss Mary Jackwood of Baldwin and Mr and Mrs Shinaberry, William Colle, and Ramey at their home. References to Lewla and Verion appear as part of the social gathering.
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