First Train Through Flooded Pennsylvania Reaches City
A delayed service modulation ends as the first train to cross the flood-wrecked Pennsylvania line arrives in the city late Wednesday afternoon. Officials report no suffering from the寒 cold.
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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1913
Page
5
Regular Train Services Between This City And Columbus
A mild cold wave hit the area early Thursday with rain turning to snow and strong winds. Rain began Sunday, continuing until Thursday morning. The river rose six inches per hour during the storm but fell as temperatures dropped. The Associated Charities and citizens checked for cold suffering. no destitute cases were found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Charities
First Train Reaches City After High Waters
The first railroad train since the flooding arrived at 2 45 PM on Wednesday. It came from Columbus to the Pennsylvania Station about forty five minutes late and carried a few passengers. The six coach train was pulled by a small engine. The journey to Columbus occurred without mishap though slow in places. Passengers gathered at the station to see the arrival and to buy Columbus newspapers. A bundle of papers brought a rush to the baggage room as owners claimed their money and left with their papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Pennsylvania
Here
Fostien
Bnd
Train Service Between Mt Vernon and Columbus Established
Train No 623 left Mt Vernon for Columbus Thursday morning at 6 20 am carrying many passengers bound for Columbus. About a dozen were disappointed at 8 26 am when the train did not depart the capital. The Columbus return train arrived thirty minutes late but carried additional passengers and heavy mail and express. A red coin with white face is being sought by police. Mrs J W Laubershimer reported a lost cow from the water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Columbus Amediadule
Colimbna
Columbus
J. W. Laubershimer
Pay in advance plan starts April 1 for The Banner subscribers
The Banner reports a strong response from arrears subscribers and will begin April 1 with absolutely paid in advance mailings. Those who have not yet paid will be dropped from the mailing list to comply with post office rules unless remittance is completed before April 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
Wandering Cow Sighting On Weat Gambier Street
A cow was found by rescuers tied on Weat Gambier street and later moved to a nearby barn by Humane Officer Jacob Lybarger. By Thursday morning the animal vanished from the barn with no trace, likely still roaming the streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weat Gambier Street
Jacob Lybarger
Neanby
Aimal
Opening at Kenyon College Postponed After Easter Vacation
Gambier Ohio March 37 Kenyon One reopened after aera issues with a thin morning crowd of faculty and one student. The student monitored attendance daily and walked from Danville to be present. Clarence J. Black described as most disgruntled man in Gambier. Dr Peirce announced classes would not begin until next Monday due to suspended railroad traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gambler
Ohio
Kenyon
Aera Prey
San
Monitor
Danville
Clarence J. Black
Gambier
de. Peirce
Mt Vernon Traffic Routed via Banning Bridge
Residents of Mt Vernon can enter the city using the Banning bridge just north of Mt Vernon due to the West Gambier street bridge being out and the roadway west of the High Street bridge washed out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt Vernon
City
Banning
Mt. Vernon
West Gambier Street
High Street
Fire destroys City Hall in Sandusky amid panic and losses
Fire devastates Sandusky City Hall causing extensive damage and loss of valuable records. Police found a blaze at 9:15 a.m in the southwest corner as flames spread to nearby roofs. Citizens flee in fear while firemen struggle to control the blaze. Separately militiamen from Lima and surrounding towns head to Dayton to assist in relief efforts, with several trains halted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gandusky
A. md
Appeal Issued for Charities Aid in Mt Vernon City
Associated Charities appeals for clothing and supplies to aid destitute residents in Mt Vernon. The call requests garments of all kinds to meet urgent needs across the city. Local support and donations are urged to help families facing hardship.
Supplies for destitute west end seek aid at YMCA
Mt Vernon Associated Charities met to raise funds and collect clothing for west end destitute residents. The seven member committee urged donations of clothing for all ages and funds, aiming to raise two to three hundred dollars by Thursday afternoon. Subscriptions will be accepted at city banks and YMCA receiving points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Vernon Associated Charities
Mistaleok
Gajed
West End
Paresh
Patrick Purcel
John M. Woolloon
A. C. Ringwalt
Stephen J. Dorgan
Hannah Kinney
Frank ©. Kirby
8. M. Weetoon
Distorted Report Counts Deaths Near Mt Varnon
An erroneous message claimed ten people died near Mt Varnon, received at Ohio State University via a wiraleas report from Columbus. The Columbia Journal noted the report appeared distorted and attributed it to a telegram sent by Bert Hyatt, casting doubt on the casualty figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiraleas
Ohio State University
Mt. Varnon
Columbia Journal
Startling News
Bert Hyatt
Columbus
Relief Meeting For Freed Sailors At YMCA
A Tuesday afternoon gathering discussed the relief of the freed sailors. A committee of eight was appointed to oversee the assistance and coordinate efforts with the YMCA during the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y. M.C
Mt Vernon Mobilizes Rapid Flood Relief Effort
Citizens' association and Associated Charities organize Tuesday relief for inundated residents. Camp Sychar dormitories and bedding offered. M C A and churches coordinate shelter, health guidance, and information dissemination at the YMCA headquarters to aid flood stricken families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Vernon
Wes
South
Siden
Vi. C. A
Citizens’ Association
Associated Charities
Ralph Ringwall
L. B. Houck
P. L. Wilkins
Patrick Purcell
K. Hy Jacobs
Camp Sychar
P. A. Berry II
Blair
Houck
P. Purowil
I Dorgan
Hanna
H. C. Devin
Jacobs
M.C. A
Bot tom Nationals owner to scout southern training camps
Bot tom Nationals owner James K. Gelfpey plans visits to southern training camps in pursuit of promising spipgerm players, aiming to bolster the team’s roster and spark a breakthrough season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James K. Gelfpey
Shoes and clothing needed for Mt Vernon children
The Associated Charities of Mt Vernon appeals for shoes and underwear for needy children. It reports many cannot attend school due to lack of footwear and several lack undergarments after losing clothing in a fire. Donated items should be sent to the committee at the Y M C A building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Charities
Mt.) Vernon
Thrilling night ride ends with ford to Mt Vernon
Judge J B Weight faced a wild Newark homeward trek after his New York trip. He hired a hostler to drive toward Mt Vernon, crossing iced waters near St Louisville with a doctor guiding a ford. The party persisted through setbacks until reaching safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Weight
Newark
New York
Columbus
Loni
Utica
St. Louisville
Jemm
Judge Waight
Mt. Vernon
Remarkable van trip and probate notes in Newark flood day
A trip in a van avoided denting injuries as the Judge van reached home for supper four hours after departure from Newark amid flood concerns. Levi Witlemin and VanWinkhe are named in probate planning for interment. Deanna Mart Mine Mary Joanna Hart died of stomach cancer at age 84 with siblings August Hart and Mrs J K Kinkie surviving. Harvey Horn underwent surgery for a mastered abscess at Mt Vernon hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark
Deanna Mart Mine
Mary Joanna Hart
Brink Haven
August Hart
Brink
J. K. Kinkie
Demoersey
Kaplan Pethetery
Harvey Horn
Martinsburg
Mt. Vernon Hospital
Death notice of Mrs. C. J. Nichols in New York City
A telegram to Mr. John Willemin regrets the death of Mrs. C. J. Nichols of New York City from blood poisoning. She is survived by her husband C. L. V. Nichols of the National Surety Broad N. Y. and two brothers and one sister, including John V. Willemin of this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. Michols
John Willemin
C. J. ¥. Nichols
New York City
C. L. V. Nichols
Naonal Surety Broad N
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VanWinkhe
Tee
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Beates
Pete Eee
Taylor
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Patee
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Hart Schaffner & Marz
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