Children’s Festival at Riverside Park Joyful May Pageant
A large crowd witnessed Mt. Vernon children present a lavish May Queen cantata at Riverside Park directed by Mr. R. A. Chubb. Eighth graders sang with high school musicians while dozens of little performers in blue and yellow enacted dances and pageantry around the May pole, culminating in the crowning of Miss Ruth Davis as Queen of the May. The event showcased school arts, unity, and community pride, with praise for Chubb’s leadership.
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Riverside Park
Mt. Vernon
R. A. Chubb
Cop
Fottes
Chubb
Ruth Davis
Bourne
Cedric Mills
Roland Bixler
Kenneth Miller
Joseph Zappa
Waa
Miss Note Bling
Cupid
Miss Kroeistine Purdy
Hifand
Watter Wood
Plang
Brownies
Alen
Harold Weir
Robert Ransom
Robin Hood
Mun
Misa Headington
Virginia
Niale
Vernon
Awards granted to two Mt. Vernon men by state commission
The State Industrial Commission Friday awarded Charles Champion of Hast Pleasant Street Mt Vernon 45.42 for an injury while employed by The C. G. Cooper Co. at Mt Vernon. It also granted Samuel H. Cliff of East Gambier Street Mt Vernon 57.00 for an injury while employed by The Mt. Vernon Telephone Co. at Mt Vernon under the Ohio Workmen's Compensation Law.
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State Industrial Commission
Charles’ Champion
Hast Pleasant St
Mt Vernon
C. & G. Cooper Co
Mt. Vernon
Commilssion
Samuel Hf. Cliff
East Gambier St
Mt. Vernon Telephone Co
ML Vernon
Ohio Workmen's Compensation Law
Birth of a son to Mr and Mrs George Omler
A son was born Friday to Mr and Mrs George Omler of West Sugar Street. The brief notice records a new arrival in the family from the local area, noting the parents by name.
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George Omler
West Sugar Atreet
Kenyon and Wittenberg Tie Despite Seven Inning Stop
Kenyon and Wittenberg played a baseball game at Bensonfeld Gambier Friday afternoon. The score was 4 to 4 at the end of the seventh inning when play was halted to allow the visitors to catch their train.
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Kenyon and Wittenberg
Bensonfeld, Gambier
Thieves Alarm East Gambier Street Neighbors
Residents along East Gambier Street report series of thefts by a known suspect. Police notified. arrest possible. Arthur Bourchier opened Stratford on Avon festival with The Merchant of Venice.
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East Gambier Street
Arthur Bourchier
Stratford on-Avon
Jury Disagrees in Multiple Local Court Matters
The jury failed to reach verdicts in two cases in Common Pleas Court. One involved bastardy accusations with seven to five split, and the other concerned the will of Sarah McElree filed in probate naming Ida Larabee executrix. Also noted were marriage licenses, deed transfers, and a fatal injury when a dead limb fell from a tree on Clarence McPherson near Martinsburg. The Martinsburg high school alumni activities and a Presbyterian service in Martinsburg were reported with local attendees and speakers.
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Ohlo
Julian Cann Ys
William Lewis
Court of Common Pleas
Lewis B. Houck
James B. Graham
The
Plaintif
William M. Koons
McElree
Sarah McElree
Morris Township
Ida Larabee
Morria Township
Patrick A. Berry
Frank O. Levering
Sarah McBhee
HOCK To Speak In Zanesville Memorial Day
Memorial day program at Greenwood cemetery under the provisional regiment planned by the union fraternal group. Judge A A Frasier and Hon L B Houck of Mt Vernon will speak. Services start at 3 15 p m. Three bands join the street parade including Gaventh Regiment Buener's Band and Mound carnival band.
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Zanesville
School May Festival Impresses Three Thousand At Riverside Park
The superintendent from Chilligothe visited on Friday as the School May Festival at Riverside Park drew about three thousand attendees. Mr. R. A. Chubb earned praise for guiding the school children’s cantata and chorus with precise discipline. The event highlighted the students’ dedication and the staff’s efforts, marking a memorable culmination of the year.
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Riverside Park
R. A. Chubb
Wade
Mr. Chubb
Degrees conferred at Kokowing Encampment meeting
Kokowing Encampment No. 28 L O F conferred the Patriarchal degree on four candidates and the Royal Purple degree on three candidates at their regular Friday evening meeting. The work was followed by a smoker in the lodge room with a large number of members present.
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Kokowing Encampment
L. 0
Stores Close Memorial Day Observing Respectful Purpose
The undersigned announce store closures to observe Memorial Day. Businesses including Ringwall Co, A A Dowda Dry Goods Co, Meyer Lindort Co, The Woolson Co, Arnold Mdae Co, Frank Kirby, W E McCormick, Rowlagdy Co, Novelty Store, FE Woolworth Co, and Book & Art Shop will suspend operations on Saturday May 20 to honor those who sacrificed their lives defending the nation.
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Ringwall Co
A. A. Dowda Dry Goods Co
Meyer-Lindort Co
the Woolson Co
Arnold Mdae, Co
Frank ©. Kirby
W. EB. McCormick
Rowlagdy & Co
W. Woolworth & Co
Death on Hapale Street Viaduct Falls to Pit
White, standing near a pit on Hapale street viaduct, lost his balance and fell in. Subertin dent John Zalow struck a double dirt heap and was killed instantly.
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Cincinna'l
White
Glora
Hapale Street
John Zalow
Palance
Stoun
Rescinded Action in East Liverpool Clergy Rally
A ministerial association in East Liverpool Ohio revoked its prior decision to pray at the state G A R encampment scheduled for June. Leaders including former State Representative George L Davidson, Iberal forges head Am brose Wabber and local committees coordinated the change.
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East Liverpool
Mi Bera
Announcements of Candidates Seek Democratic Nominations
Several candidates publish notices urging votes and influence in the Democratic primaries to be held in August. William A. Ashbrook seeks Congress in the 17th District, Curtis McBride campaigns for the same seat, and J. W. Rawilom runs for Prosecuting Attorney, citing prior races and urging voter support in Knox County and surrounding areas.
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Congress
Wilson Sil
William A. Ashbrook
AIL
Liz
Knox County
Tam
Curtia
McBride
Lam
Tham
Becker Convicted Again in Murder. Faces Chair
New York May 2 Becker is convicted of murder in the first degree for the second time in a case tied to a gambler's slaying. The jury agreed after 48 minutes of deliberation, his lawyers expressing shock and disappointment at the verdict and hinting at an appeal. Becker was remanded to the Tombs for sentencing on May 9.
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Common Pleas
Blair
Russell
Lucay
New York
Charing Becker
Harman Ronenthal
Becker
Court of Appeals
Wan Walghad
Manton
Court . of Appeals
Seabury
Automobiles Roll Over Wounding Six and Injuring Five
A crash near town on May 23 involved John Ohl and family, plus Fred Lange, when a car they rode in turned turtle. Ohl was severely injured along with Lange who suffered injuries and six others including his wife were badly bruised.
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Everan I
Fatal Auto Smashup Kills Youth In Akron
Akron May 23 Lawrence Winum 1 son of Joseph Winum grand secretary of the Catholic Mutual Benefit association was killed and three others injured when the speeding car crashed into a telephone pole in South Akron. Samuel Cohen owner of the machine was badly cut about the head Harry Ferbstein and Jo Berry were badly bruised. The Shuberts production of The Girl from Bond Street in London will be made with an all American cast headed by Sam Bernard.
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Akron
Lawrence Winum
Joseph Winum
Catholic Mutual Benefit Association
South
Samuel Cohen
Harry Ferbstein
Jo Berry
Shuberts
Bond Street
London
Sam Bernard
Enthusiasm in Work Boosts Women’s Economic Role
The article argues enthusiasm at work benefits both workers and employers. It notes earlier limits on women in offices and stores have lessened, improving pride in labor. Pay and appreciation matter, as increased wages and recognition encourage better performance and a sense of contributing to society and the employer’s success.
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Busines
British Polo Challengers SAIL For New York Cup
London May 21 The British polo challengers sailed on the Carmania for New York with good will from English followers. Cup matches are set for the Maads enbrook grounds in the second week of June. Team members include Captain Leslie Ste O Chene Captain H A Tomkinsong Major J D Bingham Major F W Barret and Major Matthew Launowo with Baron Wimborne as manager.
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London
England
New York
Maadsenbrook Club
Leslie Ste O. Chene
H. A Tomkinsong
J. ¥. D. Bingham
F. W. Barret
Matthew Launowo
Baron Wimborne
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad Offers Reward For Cure
An old advertisement claims a one hundred dollar reward for a catarrh cure unaided by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It lists F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo and mentions internal use, testimonials, and a National Band of Commerce connection.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Fawn Beau Chessy
Carey
National Band OF Commerce
Aiereti
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Clarence McPherson
Martinsburg High School
Ohio
Julia Cannes Lewis
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Temple of Justice
Lamar T. Arnold
Ida C. Blubaugt
Danville, Rey
Agnes Arkins
Bilan Hopwood
Harrison
J. M. Woolfson
Ellen Hopwood
Twane Stevens
Bilan
Webb
J. J. Feeney
Me. Vernon
Mt. Vernon Hospital
Martinstreg
Obi
Brinsburg High School
To Presbyterian Phiboh
Garren
Bunyrue Phe
Lentings Orchistra
Mt Veranc
Keedunting
Hock
Chilligothe
J. J. Kirk
Kirk
Payid
Rawilom
Charles Becker
Rosenthal
Frank Moore
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J. McCormick & Son
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