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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1911
Page
5
A reported contest over reform measures leads to plans to place derelict women into a proper environment at a reformatory setting. Authorities debate methods and the potential impact on social welfare.
Columbus May 15 The Ohio house passes the Shaffer bill authorizing a women’s reformatory modeled on the men’s facility at Matsfield. The $800000 project will house females over 16 convicted of felonies or misdemeanors, replacing harsh confinement with reform through trades, education, and a regulated 300 day limit for jail time. Governor Harmon and aides will choose the site.
Youngstown Ohio May 15 the Evans family now in Zacatecas Mexico search for J C Evans after learning his mother has died a message was sent by a brother who was in HL Paio.
The court heard the first and final accounts in Colville probate, noting an administrator at Dilaibeth R. Nort who received 2151.75 and paid the same amount. Deeds filed include Howard M. Heal to Harvey MeIntire for two acres in Berlin Fi 226, and Henry Schury to AumiAuiye Cor ville Jr for a lot in Mt. Vernon valued at 215.
Daughters of the Revolution push Congress to grant a pension to Evaline Clifton of Marahfield, a five year old deemed the only real daughter of the Revolution. Her father Nathan Clifton was a Washington's Army private who died in 1864 at age 104. Representative Rubey has introduced an $80 a month pension bill for Mika Clifton, hoping for passage.
The ad urges parents to open a college savings account with The Buckeye State Building and Loan Company at Rankin Building 22 West Gay Street Columbus Ohio. It promises five percent interest and offers booklets. Assets are listed as 4,000,000.
Last Friday marked the close of the fourth year at the Rose School for Miss Edna Green as teacher. Patrons assisted by bringing baskets of food for a lawn spread at the McCamment home across the road. About forty hungry people attended the program, enjoyed refreshments, and then gathered in the school room for a unique program as children presented their efforts.
Hastily a 62 year old end sheer named J. Stanley was found dead at his son in law’s Liverpool residence early this morning. His neck was broken, and authorities say he fell while walking down the flight in the dark.
Tallmadge farmer W. L. Hinemat was hit by a street car in Akron on the night of May 15 and sustained serious injuries. He is hospitalized as bystanders watched the commotion and Hingman remained confused by the crowd.
Demonstration by seventh and eighth graders of Mt. Vernon public schools shows domestic science value. Girls prepared a full meal at home of teacher Mrs. Fannie Witherell, serving meat pottage, creamed potatoes, breads, eggs, lemonade, puddings, cake, cookies, and wafers. Sewing lessons empower women and families. trained girls teach their mothers.
H D Mclland after completing Oberlin Business College writes a rapid ascent from New Haven to New York City teaching posts. He earned 1000 dollars last year and will receive 136 dollars per month for the coming year at Packard School. The article promotes Oberlin courses and offers information to entrants before June 10.
Mr H E B Gotshall of North Mulberry Street drove a small car north along West High Street and turned from High onto North Sandusky when a larger auto struck the front end, damaging the hood and wheels. Both vehicles were moving slowly and no injuries were reported.
A rugged game at Hiawatha yesterday saw Pickups edge the Frat Bundlay team 1 to 0 in a slow, pitching dominated contest. The Grayw, featuring experienced players, failed to overcome the stronger hitting and smooth infield work of their opponents, marking Sunday afternoon as their first loss of the season.
County Detective John Powell raided Ben Downen's place at Center and Mall Streets in Springfield. He seized nearly 60 men, two poker games halted, hundreds of chips and four decks of cattle taken, and warned the wet goods as not allowed in a dry town. An attempt to enter with a pass key was blocked before Chief O'Brien authorized action.
The Mt Vernon Dramatic Club presents Disillusioned, a three set comedy in the high school auditorium Wednesday. Gertrude Rendall renounces love to work at an orphanage after reading The Training of Children by Griswold Oliver who appears on stage. Irving Montgomery restores order with the children, ending happily. Tickets 25 cents with 1 cent for reserved seats. sales at local shops begin Tuesday. Proceeds go to the Woman's Christian Association.
In St Paul Minnesota a several hundred strong turnout from across the United States and Canada gathered at the Old State Capitol for the Switchmen's Union of North America biennial convention. President Hawley opened with routine business as the group plans about two weeks of sessions. Secretary M D Walsh reports steady membership gains and recovery from Northwest strike losses. The Woman's Auxiliary also begins its biennial meeting with Mrs Barbara Strang of Duluth presiding.
A bustling sale listing 98 cent Queen Quality shoes and vast ranges of men and boys apparel. Promises large discounts on shirts hats underwear and various shoe styles with limited stock and week-long availability, highlighting low prices and upscale brands.
100 pairs of black calf skin shoes priced at 1.39 each. Described as very serviceable and from the best makers. Suitable for both dress and work use, with a stylish appearance for formal wear.
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