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Newspaper

The Rittman Press

Location

Rittman, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1936

Page

2

United Brethren Church Services Schedule Teaches Community

The Lakeside United Brethren Church lists Bible School at 9 30 with Floyd Hoover, morning worship at 10 30 and evening at 7 30 led by Ray J Paul Dowdy. Youth sessions at 6 30, midweek class Wednesday 7 30, choir practice Friday 7 30, and prayer meeting Friday 7 30. Reverend C J McGee invites all.

Bible School Floyd Hoover Ray J Paul Dowdy Ashland Ohio Maynard Blatter L. L. Grubb

Ohio sales tax exemption proposal faces ballot fight

Governor Davey seeks an Ohio constitutional amendment to bar taxes on food for human consumption. The proposal died in the legislature, requiring hundreds of signatures to appear on the ballot this fall. The piece argues overhauling the sales tax system and warns of future tax reforms and public dissatisfaction.

Davey Ohio

Letters To The Editor Offers Readers Viewpoints

Readers submit unsigned or signed letters sharing personal opinions. The Rittman Press prints these communications as expressions of the writers and not the newspaper.

Rittman Press

Rittman Letter Harshly Probes Labor Strife and Union Fight

A Rittman Press letters page prints a controversial reader critique of union activity and labor conditions. The unsigned submissions attack organized labor while praising non union workers and referencing figures like John L. Lewis and Abraham Lincoln in a heated, opinionated community dialogue.

Why the Fuss to the Editor and Those Concerned

A local paper strike in Rittman prompts letters accusing the editor of anti union bias. The writer praises the strike's orderly conduct but questions the editor and townspeople about motives. A call to examine press influence and petitions prompts reflection on who benefits from the unrest.

Rittman Atheart Northadt Reaom Cait Rittman Press

Union speech warns against violence during strike

A speaker addresses workers about the strike, urging calm and debunking rumors. He questions profiteers and recalls past wage hardships, noting some parties may not stand with workers if violence occurs. He cites a discussion with Ottio Box Co representatives denying discrimination.

Ottio Box Co

Guide to America and the Rise of New England Hymnody

The article traces early church singing in New England from precentors to the first printed hymnal by John Tufts, noting disputes over tunes and the shift from psalm reading to hymn books. It recounts fines for wrong tunes, the Boston library relic of the fifth Tufts edition, and public reactions to hymnody reform.

New England United States Works Progress Administration Massachusetts Worcester Deacon Hart Cambridge John Tufts Harvard

Women in Home Earn Less Than Sweat Shop Labor

A study from Ohio on farm water pumping compares home maker wages to sweat shop labor. State expert P Blauser notes pumping 177 000 gallons yearly by hand would take 59 days at 10 hours daily. electrical power shifts earnings to about two cents per hour.

Ohio Hnes Marysville Hne I P Blauser Ohio State University

August Almanac Highlights From Historic Dates

August Almanac lists key events by date: Harvey’s discovery of blood circulation on Friday 14 1628. Napoleon born 1769 on Saturday 15. First Atlantic cable message on Sunday 16 1858. Klondike gold discovery February? 1896. Virginia Dare first white child born in Virginia 1587 on Tuesday 18. Balzac death 1850 on Wednesday 19. Pope Pius death at Rome 1914 on Thursday 20.

Harvey Napoleon Bonaparte Oe Pica Alex Virginia Dare Balzac

Doylestown Holds Rites For James Miller

Funeral services for James P Miller 54 were held at the residence with Rev A G Whiteman officiating Interment followed in West lawn cemetery Canton He died August 4 after an eight year illness a blood disease of the spleen He lived in Doylestown 16 years served as Scout Master and was a friend to boys and young people He left a picturesque estate and is survived by his mother a sister and two brothers Also noted is Mrs Netswander hosting a bridge club event with prize recipients Mrs Hardgrove and Mrs Emilie Cass winning honors

James Miller James P Miller A. G. Whiteman Westlawn Canton Mr Miller Doylestown Miller Emma Miller Agnes Wheel Harry Ail Wilbur Los Angeles Calif

Taxes in Tabloid

Quote laden piece explains every newborn in 1936 inherits a public debt of 420 dollars and a total burden of 3840 dollars once interest is paid. It argues the national debt acts as a first mortgage on all citizens earnings and property. The text warns there is no escape from paying one’s share.

United States

Milton Presbyterian Services and Sunday School Schedule

Milton Presbyterian sets Sunday School at 9 15 with the lesson Sowing and Reaping then morning worship at 10 30. The crossing Bridges Co at 6 30 presents Why is there so much crime in the world Junior and Senior classes cover The Christian Idea of Success. Evening service is omitted during August. Thursday August 20 Midweek prayer and study at 7 30 theme Living In Common from Ephesians 13 14.

Crossing Bridges Co

Hoover and Hoover Nominees For Local Primaries

Karl W Hoover won the Democratic nomination for State Representative and C W Hoover secured the Republican nomination for County Auditor at the primaries. St Ann church children prepare for First Holy Communion on Sunday. East, a longtime resident, had a severe stroke Saturday but is improving. Edward Guthridge and wife visited town renewing acquaintances. Guthridge previously served as Erie depot agent here. Alex Dostal underwent an operation at Wooster City hospital Wednesday.

Karl W Hoover C W. Hoover St. Ann’s Catholic Church C E East Edward Guthridge Guthridge Erie Alex Dostal Wooster City Hospital

Obituary and local notes on births and baseball game

Henry Houseworth, 67, died at his home Thursday. Births reported for July include Joseph McElwee, a son. Mike Lamic, a son. Wesley Hummel, a son. Glen A Zeigler, a daughter. Frank Bannon left for New Mexico this week to recover his health. The Colt baseball team, composed of ex and high school stars, defeated the crack Toreador nine Monday, 9 to 1.

Henry Houseworth County Health Board Joseph McElwee Mike Lamic Wesley Hummel Glen A. Zeigler Frank Bannon New Mexico Colt Toreador

Scout Raymond Rogers gains First Class rank at Court of Honor

This week Raymond Rogers achieved First Class Scout status at a Court of Honor. Mary Koehler is buried in a straw stack for 20 minutes on the John Bauman farm before rescuers freed her. Democratic nominees for mayor and marshal were named C A Snyder and Geo Morgan while Republicans named J B Galehouse and W Mills. Joe Novosal, 74, an eccentric recluse, died by hanging Wednesday evening. Elmer W Bechtel services were held Tuesday at his State Street residence. Celia Harpster wed William Dannemiller of Doylestown on Saturday. Rev John Frey officiated.

Raymond Rogers Court of Honor Rittman Fire Department Corporal Eugen Mary Koehler John Bauman C. A. Snyder Geo. Morgan J. B. Galehouse Wm. Mills Joe Novosal Hinder John Quaiman Elmer W. Bechtel State Street Celia Harpster William Dannemiller Doylestown John Frey

Battleships and Cruisers Defined and Distinguished

A battleship is among the largest heavily armed vessels while a battle cruiser is a dreadnought size ship with high speed and heavy battery but lighter armor. It is designed for high speed cruising scouting and long-range combat.

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