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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1915
Page
3
Three young men were implicated in recovering a stolen automobile. A court session was held Wednesday in Licking County as Salt filed charges against the gas company, marking the latest local legal action.
Howard Bell of Morgan township had his Buick stolen from the barn Monday night. It was found abandoned on a Newark curb by Chief Sheridan, then returned to Bell after Sheriff Woolson was notified. Three youths suspected, investigation ongoing. minor damage required only light repairs.
No court Wednesday due to a circuit in Murrow County. Julie Hloir travels to Murrow to attend a section of court for Julie’s wealth. Michael Crow named executor of Margaret Cros with no bond. M D Poland appointed executor of A D Poland with appraisers Gray Jat Manville Pickering and Terence Mitchell. Belle Peunterwood seeks permission to sell Charles Penderwood real estate. Licenses filed show William Collier and Flora Lepley. deeds recorded include Alice Stamp to John Mullin and Tri-State Land Co. to J M Bedell with Vernonview lots.
The report states the reserve fund stands near $150 000 and 1915 profits are expected to exceed any prior year. After interest and expenses, at least $40 000 will remain as net profits for addition to the reserve fund. The note mentions $88,600,000 and five percent paid on time deposits.
Congressman W A Ashbrook of Johnstown known for tact tells a diner joke about Washington life. He compliments a host on her cooking after a guest remarks about hotel meals, smoothly turning the moment into a warm dinner compliment. The host and guest share a laugh as the fish dinner is praised.
Albany May 26 The appeals court fixed the week beginning July 12 for the execution of Lieutenant Becker.
A daughter was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Chalfant, who reside north of the city. Earlier, a birth occurred Tuesday morning to Mr and Mrs. Punches of Academia.
Italian troops push into Austrian territory along a thirty five mile front capturing towns near the border. Austria withdraws to fortified lines as Italy's speed signals long planned entry with Caporetto reported seized and heights between the Isonzo and Idrio controlled. Diplomats depart Rome quietly as Pope Benedict expected to issue two proclamations on Vatican neutrality and Italian patriotism. In Tivoli a crowd storms Villa diate once tied to Archduke Francis Ferdinand.
Vienna reports Austrian naval raid on Adriatic coast targets Italy. An air strike near Venice set arsenals ablaze. Novara cruiser and Scharf feubetze destroyer involved with losses of four killed eight wounded on the Austrian side and ten to twenty Italians killed. Ancona home port bombardment caused damage as two steamers sunk and wharf structures burned. Barletta area Barletta Beri Barletta action. Italian destroyer rendered inoperable with crew and officers captured.
In Peking on May 26 two China Japan treaties and thirteen notes were signed at the foreign office, closing negotiations that began last January after Japan resisted China’s demands following the fall of the German position at Kiel. The move coincides with broader postwar diplomacy. A separate dispatch notes the U S inquiry to Britain on May 24 about an admiralty notice requiring neutral vessels to obtain permission to pass the Skagerrak route, affecting routes to Scandinavian nations. In Newark on May 26 Mrs. Gegrae Naylor, 60, of Newark, was killed instantly when struck by an interurban car between Buckeye Lake and Hebron.
Mt Vernon masons attended the Danville lodge inspection of Nanetite Judge No 046. Notables present included County Auditor Walter Riley and Deputy Sheriff Walter Stoxaholder, with numerous guests from Gambler Howard Millwood and nearby towns. One candidate received the Entered Apprentice decree as District Lecturer C fame oversaw the event. Secretary Charles Motz announced retirement after thirteen years, planning to move to Wooster with his family.
The annual district May meeting of the American Insurance Union will meet in this city on Monday May 31. Initiation work begins at 2 pm at the K of P armory with the Zanesville class. Delegations from Zanesville Newark and Mansfield arrive by morning trains. locals plan to meet trains by automobile. Banquets at noon at the K of P armory and at 6 pm in the M P church dining hall on North Mulberry. Welcome address by Judge Frank O. Levering of Mt. Vernon. Dr. G W Hoghit of Columbus will speak after initiation. evening reception and dance at the armory for mothers only.
Ered McParland, living east of the city, contracted blood poisoning after a rat bite weeks ago. A minor finger wound infected by a rat caused severe illness. a local physician is treating McParland. An airship patrols the Kaiser’s capital as Berlin headlines note a Zeppelin fad in the city.
A sweeping new law extends state medical board oversight to barbers and masseurs, barring facial massages without examinations and a $25 fee. It also targets chiropractors and related practitioners, while osteopaths remain exempt. The measure threatens licenses and could curb urban beauty services.
Mt Vernon residents share visits with relatives in town and Chicago. Obituaries, school events, and social news include a May Day program and a May Queen ceremony planned for the Howard schools. William Morris departs to Medina County to continue Knox County directory work for Wilmer Atkinson Co of Philadelphia.
A. G. Newby, director of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, opposes allowing Daw son to race at Indianapolis citing family hardship and gambling concerns. He notes his past policy against married drivers and warns commercialism should not override safety and personal distress, foreshadowing sport's shift.
Mrs Charles Perrin of Akron visits her mother Mrs Margaret Leprey this week. Mr Edward Giffin was a New Gilford visitor Saturday. Mrs Adam Scott has returned home from M S hospital Mt Vernon. Several from here attended the funeral of Mrs Milan Underwood at Butler church Sunday. Miss Rachel Beal went to Wester ville to visit friends. Mr and Mrs William Wolfe of Buckeye City spent Sunday with J Clark. Mrs Cameron Drake of Millwood returned home after a week with her parents Budd Cullison. Mr and Mrs W C Fry spent Monday in Mr Vernon. Mr and Mrs Lewis Stull of Utica spent Sunday with Clem Stull. Mr Thomas Wallace of Broken Bow Nebraska is visiting local friends.
Colby G Hunt announced on Wednesday his candidacy for the Republican ticket in August's primary and began circulating his petition seeking votes and support.
Mrs Willard Guker entertained fifteen ladies Tuesday evening at four Progressive mudlire party. Guests included Miss Helen Nazor who, on May 2, will become united in marriage to Mr WD Payne of Danville. Attendees from Kant Chentaut Atrpetimited Aleron Howard and Danville enjoyed the social event.
Mrs. Sarah Jane Litzenburg of Centerburg died after gall trouble and diabetes at Mt. Vernon hospital at 2 20 p m aged 65. She leaves husband Lewis and two children Mantle Oliver and Ralph Litzenburg. Thomas Hyatt, 79, of Sparta, died at home after paralysis. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
A large crowd from the area attended the funeral of Mrs. Milan Underwood at Butler church on Sunday afternoon. Many local residents visited Mt Vernon to see the show and spend time with friends, including the Morningstars Schoolys Farmers McLannan and others.
An advertisement offers a $100 reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. It touts internal action and endorsements by P. J. Cheney and associates, with testimonials and a note about commerce and banking references.
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