31 May 1917
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Newspaper
The Greenville Journal
Location
Greenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
1
Harry Leiter and family call on friends in the area while Rev. Carr hosts visitors from Quincy. Community plans and church events ahead of Decoration Day, with reports of a six-car freight wreck near Bradford and local farm contests. Conservation petitions call for grain use to feed soldiers and conserve food.
Advertising copy asserts Sloan's Liniment relieves rheumatism pains and aches, touting quick penetration without rubbing. It claims suitability for strains sprains muscle soreness gout lumbago toothache backache and stiff neck with a 25 cent price at druggists.
United States Department of Agriculture specialists warn against using rhubarb leaves for food due to poisonous substances. The department notes letters claiming newspapers and magazines promote the leaves for greens, citing disastrous results from such advice.
Probate court records show an application for guardian appointment for Mary Humbert estate filed by Frank Fourmar. Inventory and appraisal filed. Oscar Hoke named as administrator.
Wm F Wyan docket lists divorce action Esther J Marker versus George C Marker for divorce and alimony plus fault grounds. Estate matters include guardianships estates bonds and wills with appointments of administrators and executors and final accounts. Marriage licenses list Jobe D Delaplane Edith M Grim and Lester L Rohr Zelma M Wyan with others recorded in county records. Property transfers show quit claims and deeds across multiple townships with values and beneficiaries.
Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station specialists say alfalfa is ready to cut when crown shoots reach one to two inches. The common bloom rule fails when base shoots enlarge before flowering, risking harvest injury. Prompt cutting improves the second crop and delays hurt hay quality. A two inch stubble helps regrowth. Adams township, daughter of jured.
Advertises Dr Belt Pine Tar Honey to head off new colds and stop lingering coughs. Soothing balsams ease sore throat and irritated tissue. Urges readers to buy a bottle today at their druggist with 25 cent price and formula printed on the bottle.
The United States dominates global production of core resources and exports, boasting vast railway mileage and wealth surpassing the British Empire. Citizens are urged to buy Liberty Bonds as the safest security, backed by abundant natural resources, with reminders to consult bankers or brokers.
A 1917 Liberty Bond explainer outlines authorized and present issue amounts, dates, redemption options, denominations for coupon and registered bonds, interest at 3 percent, tax exemptions, and payment terms including installments and interim certificates. Delivery follows full payment, with potential conversion rights if future issues offer higher rates.
The Star Spangled Banner floats proudly over homes that purchase a United States Liberty Bond, signaling patriotic support and wartime funding. The slogan underscores civic duty and national unity as bond sales continue nationwide.
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