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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1913
Page
7
The piece describes severe flooding scenes in the city West End with water six inches deep and debris floating. It notes the Board of Health must act as a crisis looms and emphasizes public precautions to protect health and family. It discusses roadbed and bridge safety and the risk of the viaduct being carried away by the flood.
A flood damaged East May, likely restored within 24 hours. Western service remains unavailable and area officials expect full resumption by Friday night or Saturday morning. Water flooded a cellar to a depth of one foot, heightening disruption to local stations.
A fragmentary report describes traveling men held up by wrecks and fatigue in the city. One man, identified as A Rachnnden, telephoned to his family that several injured travelers required clothing in the sick room. The scene mentions a wagon bridge washed away and dangers along the route, with drivers or guards involved in the incident.
Police and fire departments coordinated rescue efforts as a fire swept a neighborhood. One firefighter was injured while another team member risked exposure to save residents, including several children, from flames and smoke. Local authorities are investigating the cause and total property damage.
Mt Vernon police and fire departments aided by Mr Patrick Purcell of Associated Charities and Gay Street Methodist Episcopal Church rescued and housed homeless families after a Tuesday morning flood. Fourteen wagon loads of residents were saved from west end homes, and 16 people were cared for at the church with cots and provisions. Some families remained overnight. a dramatic rescue occurred when firefighters faced a dangerous current on Maplewood Avenue while a department horse nearly drowned.
In a flood rescue, two men in a canoe led by Harry W. Koons and William J. Robinson ferried members of two families to safety. Bread was lost when a throw missed, but the bread was recovered on a subsequent attempt. Police Chief Clements and city firemen patrolled all night, reporting conditions improving by dawn. A local ad promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills for constipation.
Safe and Sound BaFe in its securities describes the Rankin Building and Loan Company at 22 West Gay Street Columbus Ohio. It outlines first mortgages on homes and farms, states no loans to officers directors employees or their families. Auditors are experienced and conservative with about 6,800,000 in deposits at five percent.
Flood washed away homes and barns in Zack village Millwood on Tuesday nearly wiping out the community. F M Carpenter's home and barn lost earlier, Mrs Styers house and barn carried away with no drownings reported. Four more barns washed away totaling six, Millwood bridge south end breached but the structure held. Gas line to Ohio damaged causing Millwood to lose service. Local residents listed including Harrist Sikaley of Delaware and Walter Bape among others.
Damaged reports show eastern Knox county worst hit around Brink Haven with three major bridges lost and the West Gambier street span likely a total loss. An expert pegs county bridge repair costs near 100000 dollars as floods close roads and delay police actions between West Union and Mt. Vernon. In legal news, Charity Ann Robinson case yields a motion for a new trial while Levi Burger estate appoints administrators with two thousand dollar bond. Deeds filed include transfers for city parcels in two transactions.
Dr King s New Discovery touted as the gast re lstic cough remedy for forty three years with over three million bottles sold last year. An Allendale Ohio customer reports it best for coughs colds throat and lung troubles and the company offers refund if not effective. Also notes a lodge inspection and supper for Cisse Chapter No 38 RA M tonight with a 6 o'clock dinner and 8 o'clock meeting, inviting all Chapter Masons.
March 26 report says every wagon bridge between Loudonville and Warsaw washed out by high water. T W V O railroad bridges hold. Tracks north of Greer washed nearly a mile. Hyde and Robinson bridges carried away. Large wagon bridge gone. Houses and barns swept away though no lives lost.
A Georgia man recounts triumph with Electric Bitters claiming relief from rheumatism liver and stomach complaints after four bottles. Advertises the remedy for stomach liver kidneys and bowels with prices 60 cents and 1.00, recommended by G R Maker & Co.
Mr Wenley Hacock of Mt. Liberty and Mrs. Harriet Witson visited relatives this past week while John Russell moved to Vernon. Miss Hazel Doyle visited in Mt. Vernon area. Mrs. Reese visited relatives in Morrow County. WCTU plans gold medal contests in Ankenytown and Waterford. Mrs. Woodward left for Newark for a sister’s illness. M & Brotherhood planning a lecture course. past season netted about sixty five dollars.
Advert reads that women at Swift Laboratory endorse a simple inoculation process to stop inflammation and relieve nasal issues. It promotes B. S. I bottle sold at drug stores for 1.09 and claims to treat eczema rashes lupus and boils. Special order address given for The Best Specie Cos, 4227 Rewift Atlanta Ga.
Delegates from nearly all Georgia D A R chapters gather in Augusta for a three day state convention hosted by the Augusta Chapter. The program includes events designed to entertain visiting delegates and showcase local hospitality.
A local testimonial touts Buckles Arnica Salve as a cure for skin diseases and burns. John Deye of Gladwin says twelve years of ailment and $400 in doctors' bills were ended by the salve, priced at 35 cents and recommended by G. R. Baker & Co.
It is of interest to every buyer to inspect the Arnold Store stock in all prices before purchasing. Bugs, carpet materials, and textiles are offered in various sizes and widths with competitive pricing. Buyers are urged to examine the selection to secure favorable terms.
To start saving account is few being offered you. All deposits this month will bear interest from April. Interest credited quarterly at 4 percent per year. We also take money on Certificates with cash interest at six months, same rate. Buvingt accounts or on Certificates of 9600.00 and over bears 5 percent, payable annually. The Knox Savings and Loan Assn F. Colville, Secy.
Accused of mis filing in Knox County Ola court, Oliver D Thompson and The Crumbers Window Glamco will offer for sale at the courthouse in Mount Vernon, Casey. Proceedings outline sale at public auction under court authority.
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