New York Loses Freight to Other Ports Over Congestion
May 28 1920 dispatch notes New York freight destined for export diverted to Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk and Newport News due to railroad congestion strikes and transfer charges. New York harbor, once dominant, is losing trade to better developed eastern and western ports. Vision of Henry Whitney style metaphor cited as critique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philadelphia
Hallimore
Norfolk
Newport News
Newip
America
Henry Ones
Manhattan
New York Bay
Harvest Labor Welfare Camps Proposed by Interchurch Movement
Interchurch World Movement plans welfare camps in the grain belt to house harvest laborers. Camps mirror War Camp Community Service with decent shelter, recreation, and cheerful wartime spirit. Centers will be set near wartime food production hubs as harvest dates shift between states. Farmers offer higher wages and better conditions than before, but camps are needed to improve welfare.
The Mean Man and the Tiny Prank in Europe
A chaotic satirical piece critiques Kaiser Wilhelms power and German leadership amid strange wordplay and mock mathematics. It references Count Von Bentinck's Awe castle, Doorn, and Amerongen, critiquing remuneration and political dynamics with a spoof arithmetic section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaisor
Count von Bentinck
Awe
Wrongen
Doorn
Amer ‘Ongen
von Bentinck
Willy
Europe
Germany
Railroads face scrutiny amid delayed reforms and aid talks
The text questions railroad efficiency and state support, suggesting politicians fear extended summer duties and hint at corruption in rail policy. It mocks farm work stories while linking congressmen, labor, and government aid, and ends with a drunken aside about whiskey smuggling and a misquoted brand.
County School Board Yearly Meeting in Mt Vernon
The yearly meeting of the county bounds of education will be held in Mt. Vernon courthouse on Saturday afternoon May 28. Many important items of great interest to the educational program for the coming year will be discussed. Professor T. Howard Winters of The Ohio State University will attend and Jane will deliver the evening address on The Advantages of Having a County Normal Course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Vernon Court House
T. Howard Winters
Department of Education
Ohio State University
Jane
Woolson Company doubles capital stock in Ohio
The Woolson Company of Mt. Vernon increased its capital stock today from $25,000 to $35,000 under the law of Ohio. The move, announced in Associated Press reports, reflects expansion for the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Presa
Banner
Columbus
The
Woolson Company of
Mt. Vernon
Lown of
Ohio
Mrs Phillips Dies in Columbus Ohio
Kathryn Phillips sister of Mongo Marehall of thinity died Tuesday afternoon at her home in Columbus Ohio. Details of her death were not fully received, but word indicates the death occurred quietly at the residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathryn Phillips
Mongo Marehall
Thinity
Columbus
Meeting Postponed by Pleasant Orange Club
The regular meeting of Pleasant Orange has been postponed from next Friday to Friday night at 11. The postponement was required while preparing for the play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Orange
Wool Growers of Knox County Meeting Notice
Knox County wool growers announce events in Fredericktown on June 1 and 2 at the Farmers Exchanges Gambler on June 4 at the Gamb ler Cooperative Elevator. Notify Fredericktown Exchange of wool quantity and delivery plans. Estimated capacity around 20,100 pounds per day. Secretaries Walker says you will receive full proceeds from Hubert manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fredericktown
Gambler
Gambler Cooperative
Predericktown
Uebert
Walker
Oho Sheep and Wool Growers’ Association
FST Atel
Knox Savings & Loan seeks 8240 judgment and foreclosure
In Knox county common pleas court the Knox Savings & Loan association filed an answer and cross petition claiming 8240 against Aaron B. Smith and seeking mortgage foreclosure. W. J. Sperry represents the association. Also noted are motions in other Knox county cases including a dismissal bid in Louisa J. Rook trust matter and a notice of various administrative actions and transfers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas
Paul J. Cummings
Aaron B. Smith
Common Pleas Court
Knox County
Knox Savings & Loan Associaion
Aaron 4. Smith
W. J. Sperry
Knox Savings & Loan Association
Louisa VI. Rook
Walter C. Smith
Henry G. Beam
Louisa J. Rook
Triste
A. G. Stasel
Smith
Marie Vandalenn
State of
Ohio
William M. Koons
John
Kiler
Thude Bryers
Union Township
Hi Land
Charles L Bermont
Miss Nora McKee Dies in Newark
Miss Nora McKee born and raised at Mr Vernon died Thursday at sister Mrs O R Potter’s home in Cherry Valley Newark Ohio. She lived in Chattanooga Tennessee and New York City in later years. Funeral from McCormick’s chapel Thursday at 10 and burial at Mound View cemetery.
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Misa Nora McKee
Vernon
Mia
O. R. Potter
Cherry Valley
Newark
Ohlo
Misa McKee
Chattanooga
Tenn
New York City
McCormick
Schapel
Mound View Cemetery
Boy Struck by Auto Leaves 14-Year-Old Severely Injured
Robert Beavolt aged 14 son of Mr and Mrs Harry Beavolt of North Sandusky Street was struck by an automobile while crowning the street in front of his home Tuesday evening. The vehicle, driven by a man from Fredericktown, was traveling at a rapid rate. The boy sustained a severe forehead cut and extensive bruises and is under a physician care today.
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Robert Beavolt
Harry Beavolt
North Sandusky Street
Byan Automobile
Fredericktown
Hawkins Larimore families plan June 2 reunion at Hartford thir grounds
The Hawkins Larimore clans announce their annual reunion to be held Wednesday June 2 at Hartford thir grounds inviting all family members to attend. The notice follows a string of local items from social events to club donations and upcoming school play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawkins Larimore
Hartford Thir
Injured Girl Improves After Automobile Accident
The extent of injuries to Miss Marguerite McKee and Miss Wo McKee of Pennsylvania Avenue remained undetermined Sunday. A hospital report from Morey Hospital said she was resting comfortably.
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Mins
Marguerite Mckee
Mis Wo
McKee
Pennsylvania Avenue
Starncon
Morey Hospital
Local Hospital Notes From City District
Mrs. Agnes Rathi of Academia entered the Mo and S sanitarium Tuesday evening. Mrs. Albert Horton of Athea underwent an operation at the Mit Vernon hospital Tuesday. Mrs. Clell M. Brentlinger and son John of Chicago are visiting relatives and patients in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Rathi
Academia
Mo & S. Sanitarium
Albert Horton
Athea
Mit. Vernon Hospital
Clell M. Brentlinger
John
Chicago
One Wise Kid: 16 Year Old Robber of Liberty Bonds
Elias Tieman, a 16 year old former messenger for a New York bond broker, confessed to stealing $38,000 in Liberty bonds. He described low pay, lack of female influence, and planned escapes with two former sailors. He and accomplices hid across states, destroyed photos, and planned the crime for months. The bonds, apart from $4,000 spent, have been recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Kid
New York
Elias Tieman
Detroit
Steve Ostoyich
Egypt
Tieman
Z. T. Prince Company
Aoman
West Palm Beach
Florida
Honda
Coyote Captured After Auto Rope Lariat Rescue
A coyote from Santa Cruz was captured by Gearg Imlay of the city water department and colleagues returning from Majors creek. He improvised a rope lariat from a car rope, threw it, and ensnared the animal by the neck. The coyote was pulled into the car and taken to the corporation yard for confinement.
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Coyote
Auto
Santa Cruz
Cal
Gearg Imlay
City Water Department
Wis
Majors Creek
Corporation
Must Wear Trousers Claim Draws Hotel Crowd
Miss Fanny Harley, registered at a New York hotel, declares a woman must wear trousers to be healthy. She demonstrated by strolling down the avenue in a pale gown, drawing attention from guests and onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fanny Harley
Speeding of Autos Will Be Stopped
Mayor Tger announced strict action to curb speeding on city streets. He cited numerous complaints about reckless driving and warned violators will face full penalties. Police were ordered to monitor traffic and reduce accidents blamed on careless motorists.
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Tger
Parker Shoe Store Adopts Lounging Parlor Interior
A Parker Shoe store in South Milnstreet changes its front into a lounging parlor. The manager Edward J. Parker replaces rows of seats with plush rugs and cushioned willow chairs to create a welcoming buying space.
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Parker Shoe
South Milnstreet
Edward J. Parker
Van Voorhis Files Papers For Second Knox County Term
Republican Carl Van Voorhis, present county surveyor, filed papers yesterday with the Knox County Board of Elections to seek the nomination for a second term. The move is subject to voters' choice at the August primary election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl van Voorhis
Knox County Board of Elections
Robert Critchfield Dies in the West
Robert J. Critchfield aged 80 a former Knox county resident died May 11 at his daughter Mex J W Edily home in Oseania Iowa of diseases incident to advanced age He had owned and published a newspaper in Welden Iowa for years Relatives live in Mt Vernon Burial was in Boise City Idaho.
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Robert J. Critchfield
Knox County
Mex
J. W. Edily
Oseania
Iowa
Birth announced for Newell family in North Liberty route
Mr and Mrs Warren Newell of North Liberty route welcomed a son born yesterday morning. Guests include Dr and Mrs J A Hurt and Mr and Mrs Jack Harrison of Cleveland, visiting Mr and Mrs Stephen J Dorgan on North Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Newell
North Liberty
J. A. Hurt
Jack Harrison
Cleveland
Stephen J. Dorgan
North Main Street
Labor Shortage Halts Basin Cleaning in Mt Vernon
City Service Director Mayer reports inability to hire workers to clean ten catch basins in Mt Vernon. Officials offer the highest wages for several days of work and urge interested men to contact the office promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayer
Mt. Vernon
Boes as Delegate to Thrift Congress
Myron Neass, a student at the local high school, was elected Monday afternoon as a delegate to represent this city at the thrift congress in Columbus on October 22 and 23. The event, organized by the central committee for the sale of thrift stamps for the coming school year, will meet at the statehouse with 88 representatives from each county in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron Neass
Igh
Columbus
Central Committee
Statehouse
Automobile Company Inspecting Coxey Tract for Plant
Representatives of an automobile firm arrived in the city this afternoon to inspect the Coxey tract south of town as a potential site. The factory may be located in Mt. Vernon. Prof and Mrs J Griffith Armas of Jacksonville AL are in the city called by the death of Mia Amest father Dosault B Kirk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plumbugs
App
Coxey
Mt. Vernon
Secure Savings and Annual Meeting Notices in Ohio
The Buckeye State Building and Loan Co announces its secure depository and high interest savings services while Knox County Mutual Insurance Company calls for its annual meeting at Mt Vernon Ohio on July 7 1930 for election of directors and other business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckeye State Building and Loan Co
Rankin Building
Gay Street
Columbus
Ohio
Knox County Mutual Insurance Company
Mt. Vernon
Electionz & Board of Directors
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Phe Sanuer
EMI
Monument Square
Mount Vernon
Frioey Stephen
Dorgan Lessee
Pontomice
Mt. Vernaunty
Richmond
Waman
Bagar
Borat
Mina
Old Crow
Woolson Company
Columbus, Ohio
Wool Growers
the Anox
West Side Public Square
Safety and Service
Israel
B.D. Herron
View
Workman Caahler
George Cramlet
James Wing
Con Mon Pleas
William Rutston
Frank A. Tullston
Knox County Commissioners
Ross Huff
A. BE. Dennixon
Jon Elliott
Filasetl
Mary J. Friccell
Probate
Lomar Vernon
John W. Vernon
Kuna County
Real En
George McKea
Chiande 1
Mioval
Pareet Hhelty
Grave
Nora McKee
Boy
Clubeh
Silvation Army
Mr. Vernon
New Castle High School
GC. McNabb
Danvisle Opera House
Lewis ‘Totman
Dotte
Wakefell Hoar
Dee Dowds
Happy Valley
JC. Hill
Donard
Morris Chapel
Cecil Dowds
Samuel Worley
Mt Verson
Thompson G Dowds
Frank Johnson
Kokosky Company
Wayne Company
Frederick Town
Uniform Bank
Knights of Pythias
Castle Hall
Alfred J. Fish
Ilger
van Voorhis
Robert Critchfield
Boes
Thrift
Jennings
Ford
Nice
Nyhart Auto Sales Company
Danville
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