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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1916

Page

5

Simmons Estate Probate Details and Bequests

The will of A H Simmons admitted to probate. Executors named as 8 J Simmons and Jemima J Jackson with bond waived. Property bequests include 110 East Ohio Ave to 8 J Simmons for daughter’s housekeeping, 108 East Ohio Ave and life insurance to Jemima J Jackson, 308 Calhoun St to Albert J Williams, 901 Vine St to Maude Miles, plus a 300 1 2 Calhoun St contract to 8 J Simmons. Miscellaneous gifts to relatives and friends, balance to testator's brother Samuel J Simmons for distribution. Appraisers named. marriage licenses listed. partition actions and court notices noted.

A. H. Simmons Columbus Ewart Addison Myers East Ohio Avenue J. Simmiona Othel J. Reynolds Jemima J. Jackson Albert J. Williams Calhoun Street Maude Miles Vine Street J. Simona Cooper Jacion Bally Parker Anna Sites Sarah Sites Mary Anderson A. M. E. Church Will New Home Mary Ralls Minnie Tann Willard J. Simmons Testator Samuel J. Simmons J. Simmons

Property suits and transfers in Mount Vernon area

Niton has commenced action to Denton Verbal Grace in Titton. Names include John W Tilton and Jennie Protaaie. Land in Mortingbury described as part of lot 154 Mt Vernon and addition areas in Bickwye City. Several conveyances show sums like 250 and 1. Mary EB White transfers to Harry N Johnson for factory addition in Mt Vernon.

Niton Grace i Titton John W. Tilton Birt National Tank of Tiled Jennie Protaaie Mortingbury Deous Anon T Trimble Alile Lewin Mt Vernon TM. A. Shulte C. Conkle TL M. Hichard Bickwye City Mary EB. White Harry N. Johnson Mt. Vernon

Ford Pastor Resigns Offer to Return to M. P. Church

The congregation of the M. P. church received an answer regarding Rev. Ford’s call to return next year. He initially hesitated after another offer with a $200 salary increase, but chose to stay in the city due to his strong ties and his role in elevating the church to its present high standing.

M. P Ford

Tiny Ginn Seen As Mt. Vernon Hs Coach Successor

Rumor says Tiny Ginn former O. S. U. athlete may replace J. F. Jacks as Mt. Vernon High School athletic coach next year. Ginn has not signed, though terms appear favorable. He is noted for football skill and several years on O. S. U. basketball squads.

Tiny” Ginn Avhlate J. F. Jacks Mt. Vernon Jacks

Officers Elected by Bons and Daughters of Liberty

Evening Star Council No 18 Bons and Daughters of Liberty elected officers including Counselor Mamie Stephey and Associate Emma Stephey. Vice Jeanetta Thompson. Financial Secy Rose Moora. Treasurer Anna Cunningham. Ree Secy Sara Smith. Assistant Anna Baker. Guide Bessie Woolfson. Inner Guard Anna Baughman. Outer Guard Viola Bateman. Treasurer Millie McGlade. Pianist Pearl Mahaffey. Assistant Lizzla Hinger.

Evening Star Council Bons and Daughters of Liberty Mamie Stephey Emma Stephey Jeanetta Thompson Jennie Jackson Sec'y Rose Moora Anna Cunningham Ree Sara Smith Anna Baker Bessie Woolfson Anna Baughman Viola Bateman Millie McGlade Pearl Mahaffey Lizzla Hinger

Officers Elected at Star of Bethlehem Lodge Meeting

The Star of Bethlehem Lodge No. 3 elected officers on Wednesday afternoon. Commander Nora Waris, Vice Com Alice Farrison, Past Com Emma Ward, Ald Lera Bettinger, Marshal Anna Colle, Scribe Rose Moore, Assistant Frederick Matthews, Treasurer Ida Larabee, Chaplain Ada Miller, M of C Maggie Bowman, J G Maggie Hull, O G Tida Taylor, Trustee Rory Moore.

Star of Bethlehem Lodge Shepherds of Bethlehem Nora Waris Alice Farrison Emma Ward Ald Lera Bettinger Anna Colle Rose Moore Frederick Matthews Treasburp Ida Larabee Ada Miller M. of C Maggie Bowman Maggie Hull Tida Taylor Rory Moore

Hearing set for Fred Saverns on July 4

Mayor Mitchell fixed the hearing date for Fred Saverns charged with Mega walt of intoxicants. Other city hearings have likewise been scheduled, and details remain terse in the report.

Mitchell Fred Saverns Cies von‘Tiniunds

Pacific Coast Backs Wilson in Washington Referendum

A Dill referendum of 12 517 respondents from Washington state shows strong admin istration support. In Spokane and surrounding counties voters favor expanded preparedness funds and allied policies, with clear majorities backing war policy in Mexico and European stance.

State of Washington Fredericktown Washington D. C Dill Ohio Spokane Mexico Asfne Dil Wilson National Guard Yeu Philippines

Mayor Bigbee Investigates City Property Destruction Case

Three rioters are charged with destroying property in the district last night. Their cases are held over until this afternoon as Mayor Bigbee returns from Mt. Vernon with Omher Harbaigh to pursue an auto horn theft attempt by a man thought to be in that city.

Bigbes Mt. Vernon Omher Harbaigh Newark American ‘Tribune

Barre to Take Over Mt Vernon Baseball Club

Dain Hy Marre will take over the Mt Vernon baseball club from Joseph Merguacn with Barre likely assuming charge Sunday July 8. He plans to retain few current players, import others, and host a season end tournament with Manafield Newark Mt Vernon and Knox county teams. He aims to feature Ty Cobb and Left Tina Speaker if available and promises clean play and top competition.

Dain Hy Marre Mt. Vernon Joseph Merguacn Barre

Ardner Visits Mansfield As Old Baseball Star

Joe Ardner, famed Interstate league second baseman, called on old friends in Mansfield yesterday. He recalled his prime days and met Carl McVey Pete Sommers and Milt West, era teammates now, while working as a stage carpenter at the Empire Theatre in Cleveland. Ardner last played years ago but follows the game and enjoyed revisiting memories with local fans.

Joe Ardner Mansfield Oldrenda Ardner Mansfeld Gacker City Carl McVey Pete Sommers Milt West Empire Theatre Cleveland Mansfield Shield

Rail yard accident leaves Jack M. W. Jacks leg intact

Jack M. W. Jack was injured in a Pennsylvania railroad yard on Saturday afternoon when he fell under a freight train. He was reported resting heavily Thursday morning and doctors do not expect amputation of his right leg.

M. W. Jack Pennsylvania

Military Train Movement Through Pennsylvania to Columbus

Eighth Army units moved from northern Pennsylvania to Columbus in two sectors, escorting the Eight regiment to the mobilization camp. Reports mention two damaged cars and eight damaged gondolas, with trains decorated by flags and bombardment sounds, while a commander from Soleo Kan claims lack of prior experience and questions the price in the weeks ahead.

Pennsylvania Columbus Motitizaion Colmbus Tvo Bor

Pomerene to Address Mansfield Democrats Meeting

Sen Atlas Fomerene will speak at a Weekland county Democrats gathering in Mansfield on Saturday. A discussion of local business matters follows, including a note about a drummer for a powder firm and a misrepresented sales claim.

Atlas Fomerene Weekland County Democrats Mansfield Twe Somplemion Ge Sales

Knox County volunteers form draft infantry company

At the chamber of commerce in West High street, residents discussed creating a Knox County Company of Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Secretary Leopold collected signatures on a roster promising to serve if needed, with enlistments continuing as the crowd debated positions and leadership. The goal is to reach 75 enlisted men despite slow initial signups.

Joe Hooker Chamber of Commerce West High Street Thi County Rolick Hyman Dubinsky Leopold Knox County Company of Ohio Volunteer Infantry Ohio State United States Department of War

Ladies Victors Danville Meeting Opens Church Room

In Danville on June 29 the ladies of the M. E. church won the three month attendance contest and earned the right to use the church Sunday school room. The event closed with a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Wander, hosted by the men who served.

Danvillé Danville M. E E. M. Wander

Grange Rally Draws Grangers to Riverside Park Event

Many grangers attended a Thursday bie orange guup at Riverside park. Chamber of commerce members gathered at headquarters in the afternoon and marched to Wiyeralde park. Charles Fiond, recently treated at the Me, Vernon hospital, returned home on Weat Gambier street.

Riverside Park Chamber of Commerce Wiyeralde Pasik In & Group Hira Charles Fiond Me, Vernon Hospital Weat Gambier Street

New Jumper Design For Summer Wear

A simple one piece frock with a cut front pocket and stitched seams. The gray and white striped chambray fabric forms a quaint jumper with a white piquet vest laced in front. An easy pattern mothers can duplicate in colored cotton for a smart summer hour look.

When to Use a Clinical Thermometer for Children

Mothers learn to read a child's fever with a thermometer and act quickly. A reading between 98 and 100 calls for watching and usually a mild purge. above 100, call the doctor. over 101, a visit is urgent. Children cannot describe symptoms, so check throat and tonsils for irritation to guide the doctor’s questions.

Rye Bread With Carraway Lead

Instructions describe making rye bread with caraway seeds using yeast, water, salt, and flour, plus steps for kneading and baking in a French bread pan. Additional text covers bed making and silk fiber sweaters with color descriptions and prices.

Minor Injuries After 29 Foot Fall From Steel Tank

G Brinkhaved of June 29 reports C Cox suffered a 29 foot fall from a steel tank onto lumber while assisting with a Pennsylvania Co installation near tracks. He sustained fractures in the left ankle and right wrist, with facial injuries and possible internal trauma. Cox, 22, of Delaware, was taken to Mt Vernon hospital and remained under care with improving signs.

Brinkhaved C. Cox Whitea Cox Mt. Vernon Demaria Steel Co Pittsburgh Ates Pennsylvania Co

Illness Reaches Danville Mother in Spokane for Son

Mrs H B Ferenbaugh of Danville learned Wednesday evening that her son William Anderson in Spokane is seriously ill with heart trouble and receiving treatment at Sacred Heart hospital. Mrs Ferenbaugh left for Spokane to be at his bedside. Every man has his own way in the world for a while but that while ends when he is old enough to be fed with a spoon.

H. B. Ferenbaugh Danville Spokane Washington William Anderson Anderson Sacred Heart Hospital Ferenbaugh

Country Club prepares eight greens and facilities expansion

The Country Club advances projects as eight greens become playable after repairs. A triplex mower clears grass improving greens. A tennis court is planned for July Fourth and clubhouse doors may open for a dance at the club picnic. Interior work continues and a proposed lake dam survey aims to support bowling and swimming. Travelers Wolverton party heads to Detroit then Pointe aux Pins. Akron’s George G. Harter visits East Gambler during a business trip.

John Wolverton H. W. Koons Detroit Mex Wolverton

Also Mentioned on This Page

Simmons County Court House R. M. Greer Columbus Hwatt Ellen Hoes H. H. Greer Frank L. Beam Emma B. Ewart Barton W. Blair Barton Blair L. T. Cromley James Bowman Charlee B. Ackerman Bertha G. Jones H. M. Noble Charles Chevrier Wright Cleveland Tool & Supply Co Sarah Milcott Russell Roy George F. Smythe Lawrence LeHoy Fry Helen Jane Lafferra J. A. Long Dale Edward Harre Howling Alloy Ethel Mae Roby Mt. Verno Rov. G. 2 Court Journal Robert O Hite, Anatmnee John W M. P. Church TINY MT. Vernon High Chosen BY Sons and Daughters OF Liberty Shepherds Bethlehem Severns Pacific Coast REP. Dill Mayor Bigbee Jack Pessee Here Pomerene Julius W. Headington O. F Abe Port Conte Mumimer C. G. Cox Grinkhaven Delaware Mrs. Ferenbaugh
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