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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1916
Page
5
M. W. Jack Terriby was mangled by a freight train after losing balance while descending an iron ladder. He was thrown under the wheels, limb crushed to pulp, as bystanders watched in horror. The accident occurred near the rail yard, with medical responders rushing to transfer him to a hospital for emergency treatment.
M W Stolock Jack, 30, a brakeman from Parkersburg West Virginia, fell under a freight train at a Pennsylvania yard. The left leg was crushed and amputated above the knee. doctors strive to save the right leg amid extensive tissue and muscle damage. Witnesses describe the operator losing balance while descending a box car as the train rolled back. The man, recently on light duties, underwent emergency surgery at Mt. Vernon hospital following the accident.
The report notes no circulation in the right foot after Saturdays accident. Barnay showed no signs of injury, while Lie’s temperature and plate were normal. Jocks, recovering, said little about the mishap beyond repeating that the right ankle was spared and the operation left him in splendid shape.
A public square clash between Clinton Hopkins and Mrs Selle drew a crowd as Constable Bumpus intervened. The 18 year age gap and renewed 20 year liaison were aired before Mayor Mitchell, who warned them against further trouble in Mt Vernon and advised separation or court action.
Juvenile Officer Patrick Purcell vows to halt premature Fourth of July celebrations as three weekend calls reveal youths firing crackers on Dry Creek bridge and in the city. Known identities may face severe consequences if disturbances continue amid neighbor complaints. Also listed: estate appraisals, administrator appointments, and multiple court-era accounting updates.
Timon Lodge No. 45 Knights of Pythias observed a Sunday memorial at Castle hall West Gambier Street with Rev. D A Morris delivering the address from Render unto Caesar. The program opened with the K of P Quartet numbers and an invocation by Rev Morris followed by readings and a graveside decoration by a committee.
Members of Vernon Lodge No. 43 PF and AM attended divine services at the A M church Sunday night in celebration of St John’s Day as noted in a banner classified item.
Disjointed OCR line shows names and places such as Union, Pike, Mound View, and currency amounts like 860 and 500. The text lists scattered personal names and vague actions, lacking clear dates or context. The readable entities include Jeron, Grade, Merten, Bowles, John, Yar, and various place names.
The annual memorials of Mt. Vernon Tent No. 170 Knights of the Maccabees were held in the K C T M hall on South Main street. Great Commander Edward Young of Ohio Norwalk delivered the address and spoke on the order’s place in fraternal life. About 150 members attended and a detachment marched to Mound View cemetery to decorate the graves. Ladies of the Maccabees attended, with visitors from Mt. Liberty and Moweard.
M. B. Brandon of Martinsburg won eighth prize in the Twenty Eighth Booklov ers contest conducted by the Columbus Dispatch. His set of picture answers earns him 25 dollars. William B. Brown Jr of North Mulberry Street finished in 268rd place and receives 2.50.
At a Knox county meeting, Dr. J. F. Shrontz was re elected for five years to the county board of education. District No 3 superintendent Prof. A L Murray was re elected for another year. No changes among first district superintendents.
Central Ohio loans on homes in Columbus and farms, with prompt service and flexible terms. Offer includes paying back in whole or part anytime and strong borrower privileges. Assets total 11,100,000 with five percent paid on deposits. Rankin Building at 22 West Gay Street, Columbus, Ohio.
Suspect William Hayter, detained on suspicion of involvement in the Wiley Bell home robbery at Dansurday night, was released Sunday morning by Sheriff Woollwo. He had previously served time and expressed penitence as he awaited possible reformatory or asylum.
William Kuhn of Fairview faces potential assault and battery charges after allegedly dragging his common law wife by the hair and beating her during two visits to their home. Sheriff Woolson pursued Kuhn Sunday and Monday, with deputies and a juvenile officer assisting. Kuhn reportedly escaped through a window, then was recaptured after a pursuit through rooms and a yard. he resisted, biting an officer and receiving multiple kicks before restraint. The wife is said to be battered and this episode prompts potential affidavits. legal actions may include resisting officers and婚姻 legality questions.
William Kuhn was arraigned Monday before Mayor Mitchell on assault and battery charge by Florence Glin. He pleaded guilty, fined 100 dollars and costs, and given six months in the workhouse. He will be sent to Dayton this week.
A terse court session addressed Gina Ter and Mes Gina after a tall eT Vrosecuee Berinemt, agreeing to return to her husband’s male children in Sunney who will be prevented from contact.
Supt. Zener and Mr P.O. of this city travel to Molar Potat to attend the Ohio Teachers' Association meeting. Supt. Zenner plans a one day debate with Prof. Solomon of Gunton on the resolution that Departmental Teaching should be deferred until the beginning of the tenth year. He will take the negative side.
A dark talk and lawn fate are planned at Five Corners on Wednesday evening, June 24. Brandon from Tent No 651 K. C. T. My will install officers on Saturday night, July 1.
A loose bolt on a swing caused the left arm of Susan Ackerman’s daughter to splinter after she was swung high Saturday afternoon on North Main street. Companions were pushing the swing when the bolt fell out and bent. A physician reduced the fracture.
R B Kinkead of West Vine street was injured when lime dust sprayed from a bucket while emptying a lime bar. The cloud enveloped his head and entered his eye. A physician provided treatment.
A newspaper brief seeking a competent woman for general housework. Contact Mrs B Arnold at 600 North Main Street or by Citizens’ phone 127 for details and arrangements.
Memorial services at University Church honored Bellviie Mewenger and three veterans with over 50 years of loyalty. F G Culp addressed the gathering while J. Zent of Fredericktown accepted the Jewel for 50 years of service. Im Rael Kaiaga of Butler and Perry Wala were also acknowledged for long membership. Others attended from distant roads due to travel.
The Columbus Dispatch reports Mina Edith Cowles and Frederick Cowles of Dennison plan to sail Wednesday from New York on the steamship Philadelphia for an indefinite stay in Porto Rico and South America. They will visit Venus and meet guests of the American delegation, Mr and Mrs Preston Bulford McGoodwin, at the present American minister and his wife.
Rev Edwin Orlando Buxton born January 14 1851 now resides in Coshocton and is noted in Who's Who in America edited by Albert Nelson Marquis of Chicago. Buxton is son of Francis A Buxton and Josanna M Pearson Buxton.
French troops push back part of Verdun gains as German lines tighten nearby. Mexican forces concentrate and threaten General Pershing's position. The first contingent of 130,000 troops from the east moves toward the Mexican border, seen as inevitable by observers at the border.
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