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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1902
Page
2
A marginal mark on the paper signals subscription lapse and demand for payment. Walter Hartpence notes urgency with a warning to settle the balance promptly.
The Old Fellows will celebrate the 83rd anniversary of that order in the United States on the 26th of April. A big time is expected here.
Great preparation is underway among churches for the Easter observance. Ribbi's nests and colored eggs will draw attention as preparations proceed, shaping activities and emphasis for the holiday.
Editors announce plans to enlarge the newspaper to accommodate expanded local items and advertisements amid a lengthy obituary notice for Mrs. Ford this week.
Rev M L Buckley preached a masterly sermon at Queen Easider last Sunday evening. The church was well filled and Fraternity Abekab Lodze attended in a body with front seats. Ladies made a fine appearance as they filed in. Special music accompanied the service and Buckley delivered another excellent sermon.
Mrs T E Spong, widow of Thos E Spong, has been bedridden for two years and seven months, unable to walk and in need of full care. Kinfolks and friends here express sympathy while noting her long affliction and uncertainty about recovery, recalling her birthplace and family ties.
Tebbs Block announces its spring opening by the Big Four merchants with a large crowd expected. The Ohio Datal Military Band from Cincinnati is secured and listed with member names and home towns, led by director Dr W S Locke of Cincinnati.
Aller E Bilner died after months of incurable disease at age 77 years 4 months 3 days. Funeral held Sunday at his Vine Street home with Rev T D Moore and Rev W F Price officiating. Choir sang Come Ye Disconsolate Lead Kindly Light Nearer My God To Thee. Pallbearers included A H Frost Francis Hollowell T P McUifferty Dr O R Williams Dr fhes Bowles and Dr J P Marvin. Undertaker Burk ad managed arrangements.
Funeral services for Mrs. Wm. T. Ford were held at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. Wm. Carson leading and a large choir singing. The crowd included Ancient Order of Eastern Star members. burial followed at Glen Haven Cemetery with pallbearers named.
Margaret A Ford daughter of Mr and Mrs J F Hargis has died after a lengthy illness and heat stroke. Born February 8 1875 in Harrison she grew in Cincinnati College of Music and was a gifted organist and pianist. She married Will T Ford on November 29 1898 and lived in Cincinnati until six months before her death. Her family and friends mourn a gentle beloved figure.
Last Thursday’s Republican primary produced a slate of nominees for Myr city and surrounding township positions. Mayors, clerks, treasurers, council members, trustees, and assessors were selected, including J. P. Marvin as Mayor and Jos. Smith as Marshal.
Francis E Winters, stationed at Fort Hancock New Jersey, will be discharged on the 29th and enter the Ordnance Department earning 454 dollars a month. He plans a July visit home and says three army years won t hurt a healthy man with good teeth, noting he tolerates government rations. He anticipates starting work on the 81st of this month.
The Sons of Veterans present Broken Bonds at City Hall on April 4 and 5. Miss Inez Tebbs stars in the cast. The drama promises thrills and humor, with careful staging intended to delight the audience and draw a crowded hall both nights.
The G A R Post mourns comrade George Brinkman who died March 10 1902. He was a faithful husband father and soldier whose virtues and character will be remembered by survivors. John Campbell Post 204 extends sympathy and a copy of the resolutions will be published in the Hasinnos News and sent to the family. Committee members Ed Towey Gil Gatt Henry Kolb.
A brief notice highlights Easter dyes at the West Side shop offering 100 colors and designs for five cents. It mentions fine millinery exhibits at Mrs Jenkins with March dates and opening days, suggesting a display of hats and related goods.
An old advertisement promises immediate work for men and women with no money or experience required. It offers a permanent occupation and asks applicants to write with forty cents for necessary instructions, noting no further charge. It lists THE AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL LEAGUE at 210 South ae Columbus, Ohio.
A large consignment of steel ranges has arrived with prices positioned well below competitors. Prospective buyers are urged to contact Merrill's to view and compare offerings.
March 25 1902 news items report Henry Bicks wife ill with la grippe. W W Carmichael buried last Sunday in New Trenton cemetery. John Widau in charge H Back and Son to deliver nursery stock this spring. Max Haffmier, Cedar Grove farmer, visited. Prospects for a large prune and plum crop. peaches killed.
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