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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1913

Page

5

She's a four times grandmother now in Wisconsin village

Mrs Lydis Shrake of Wrestling Wisconsin has just celebrated her 101st birthday with many relatives present. She has living four children thirty-two grandchildren eighty-four great grandchildren thirty great great grandchildren and two great great great grandchildren for a total of 152 descendants. Her youngest son is sixty eight and she lives with him. Born in Pennsylvania in 1812 she moved to Coshocton County Ohio as a child and married Mr Ault in 1832. They had five children in Ohio before moving to Wyalusing where five more children were born. Her second husband who served in the war of 1812 died in 1961. Despite her age she performs household tasks and follows current events through newspapers without aid, taking walks with a cane.

Wrestling Wis Lydis Shrake Ghe Coshocton County Ault Anon Bhraka Wyalusing Shrake

Sparrows Restrain Tabby in LA Tree Rescue

In Los Angeles a cat climbed a tree to catch a sparrow but was pelted by a flock of angry birds. Members of the Humane Society rescued the frightened feline after sparrows kept pecking and forcing it back, while volunteers drove off the birds and freed the cat.

Los Angeles Elumane Society Tabby

Cuba's Newest President Menocal Inauguration Note

The article reports General Juan Mario Menocal becoming president of Cuba as the United States sends a special mission including Ennis B Crowder and Edward Bell to convey President Wilson's congratulations. It notes the grand inauguration, celebratory festival, and Menocal's upbringing in Cuba and education in the United States, including Cornell and the Washington Military College.

Monecal Spreial United Bavama Juan Mario Twescal United States Wilson Enoch B. Crowder Army Edward Bell State Department Weral Juan Mario Menocal Enriqus Jose Varons Vics Intend Republic Ment Republic of Cubs Jaguay Grande Matannas Military College of Washington Cornell University Cornell Agloeto G. Menocal Nicaragua

Court actions in common Dieas court morning session

Judge Jewell convened the court at nine o'clock to hear daily cases. Edith Mitchell reported a distributive account showing 894 dollars for distribution. Administrators and guardians were appointed with bonds: C. Horn as administrator for Ratio Core with 600 dollars, Park B. Blair guardian for Edgar T. and George W. Wright with 1,600 dollars, B. T. Brock guardian for Elisabeth and George Brock with 2,600 dollars. Deeds filed include A. W. Greer to William Kaylor for 14 acres in Jefferson and D. F. Ewing to Carlton Hamilton for 3 acres in Monroe.

Jewell Common Dieas Court Edith Mitchell W. 8 A. W. Greer William Kaylor Jefferson D. F. Ewing Carlton Hamilton Monroe

Ohio drives lead in auto registrations this year

The Ohio motor vehicle department reports 62,800 cars registered so far this year, surpassing last year’s total by more than 6,000 and yielding net receipts of 315,628.01 dollars, remitted to the state treasurer.

Ohio

Neighborhood tragedy as Berger family killed in crash

Cumberland Maryland May 29 William Berger proprietor of the Queen City Garage collided with a telephone pole and fence on the National pike to avoid a baker's wagon. His wife Bertie Berger 23 a soprano and Cumberland Art Store proprietor was killed. His daughter Kruse was injured Erma badly hurt but expected to recover. Berger escaped with slight injuries and had recently moved from Davia West Virginia.

Cumberland William Berger Davia W. Va

Brandon Baptist Church Notes

The Rev. Theodore M. Hofmeister, pastor, announces Sunday School at 9 30 a.m. Worship with subject Christ Meeting the World's Need. Communion service, B P A, Saturday 8 p.m. topic The Troul Christian. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening with subject Mother. Bible study Ind Chap Rom verse session, June 4. One member urged to be present for another year. call pastor.

Brandon Baptist Church Theodore M. Hofmeister M. Jay Harmon Computmion

County Convention to be held at Fredericktown Presbyterian Church

A Knox county Christian Endeavor convention will convene June 3 and 4 at the Fredericktown Presbyterian church. Rev Dr McMillin will speak, with Mr Vandersall and Rev J T Black among others. Delegates urged, out-of-town attendees to notify Miss Ethel Rinehart for arrangements.

Knox County Christian Endeavor Presbyterian Church of Fredericktown Edward M. Be.Millin First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield McMillin East Liverpool McMillin Ma J. T. Black M. P. Church Mt Vernon B. Vandersall Columbus Vandersall Wo Ind Young People’s Society Misa Ethel Rinehart

Horse Drowned Crossing Warsaw River

James Fisher of Warsaw lost a horse valued at about 125 dollars while fording the river near Warsaw. The flood washed away the road bridge, forcing river crossing to reach the Parish Brothers' creamery. The frightened horse fell over the wagon tongue and drowned before help could reach it.

Coshocton James Fisher Warsaw Fisher Parish Brothers’ Creamery Mr. Fisher

Two Liquor Charge Hearings Postponed to June 5

The cases of Jesse Rinehart and William Weaver charged with liquor violations were continued by Mayor Perrine to Thursday afternoon June 5. Weaver’s hearing is set for 3 p.m. and Rinehart’s for 3:30 p.m. Both cases were granted on defendants’ applications.

Jesse Rinehart William Weaver Perrine Fhureday Weaver Rinehart

Birth of Son to Mr and Mrs Bari Poorman Near Jeljoway

A son was born Wednesday afternoon to Mr and Mrs Bari Poorman who live north of Jeljoway.

Bari Poorman Jeljoway

Arrested for Running Auto Without Proper Lights

Ed Gaskins was arrested by Officer Hough at eight o clock Wednesday evening for manning on an automobile without proper lights. He pleaded guilty when arraigned before Mayor Perrine and was fined five dollars.

Ed Gaskins Officer Hough Perrine

Death in Bellefontaine man prompts foul play talk

OEF STATE reports Clay Farrow found dead yesterday at his home between Et Paris and Piqua. Relatives discovered the body. officials say he had likely been dead three to four days. Newark High School to graduate June 18. Bellefontaine notes include double tracking railroad work 40 miles to Marion to begin, Indian Lake Yacht Club event on June 14, and police removing 14 empty beer bottles from a porch in a dry city.

Bellefontaine Clay Farrow Et Paris Piqua Farrow Newark Newark High School Bellepontaine Marion Indian Lake

Prisoner Noted as Very Sullen and Refractory in Penitentiary

A record notes a prisoner described as very sullen and refractory, leading to several disciplinary actions and severe punishments on numerous occasions within the penitentiary.

Dawson Will Not Drive In Indianapolis Race

Indianapolis May 29 Joe Dawson winner last year will not drive in the 500 mile memorial race at Indianapolis. His special car Dellal suffered a starting crank defect shipping damage and could not be repaired. The incident leaves 28 entrants with nine cars qualified. Elimination tests consumed two sessions and time was needed for remaining drivers to qualify. The track being used for pre race eliminations was a departure from prior rules requiring a closed track day before the event.

Indianapolls Ind Joe Dawson Dellal Dawson Speedway

Social gatherings and upcoming rally at Fairview church

Friday evening Mr. John Burns hosted friends for a social gathering. Wm Burns bought items from O L Hissong. Caleb Groves of Columbus visits the Wood family. Rev Theodore M Hofmeister will speak at Fairview Christian Church Rally on June 8 on Becoming a Christian. Jay Harmon entertained by Ollie Winland. Clyde Wineland and Sally dined with Elmer Williams. Mrs Harry McKenzie and Miss Pickering of Newark visit. Percy Haswell to begin fourth summer stock season in Toronto late this month.

John Burns Wm. Burns O. L. Hissong Caleb Groves Columbus H. C. Wood Theodore M. Hofmeister Fairview Christian Church Jay Harmon Ollie Winland Utica Clyde Wineland Sally Elmer Williams Mis Harry McKenzie Miss Pickering Newark

Woman's Guild Necktal at First Presbyterian Church

The Woman's Guild of the First Presbyterian Church entertained guests with a neckal evening at the church on Wednesday. A large crowd attended as members and guests spoke in a light, enjoyable manner. A photo identification contest offered a prize to the person naming the most portraits, with Mrs Daniel Me Posty winning. Refreshments were served.

Woman's Guild Daniel Me Posty

Families Visit Relatives Across Indiana Towns

Mrs Ettie Melick and daughters Eather and Helen of Warsaw Indiana visit relatives. Mr and Mrs Dale Cochran of Heat Station start Sunday at the home of the latter's parents. Mrs Jenote Nichols visits her daughter near Goohen. Frank Tydings and Fred Streatz of Vernonburg spend Sunday with relatives. Many local families host or visit others including the Hall Ashcraft Berry and Russell households, Jeanie Leece, and Rev Bims who preached at a funeral Sunday.

Ettie Melick Eather Helen Warsaw Indiana Dale Cochran Heat Station Jenote Nichols Jacob Rinehart Goohen Mra Frank Tydings Mc Vernon Fred Streatz Marinaburg Cary Crumline Winfield Colgin AB. Cummins C. Horn New Castle Thomas Hall Laird Ashcraft John Berry New Guilford Mise Ive Melick Dennis

Widow Ellen Trimble Dies After Long Illness at 305 West High

Mrs Ellen Trimble widow of the late Thomas H Trimble died at her home 305 West High Street at about 1016 p m Wednesday night after more than six months illness caused by a complication of diseases She was advanced in age and is survived by one son Joseph D Trimble of this city

Ellen Trimble Elton Trimble Thomas H. Trimble West High Street Joseph. D. Trimble

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