14 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1919
Page
1
The Lincoln Chautauqua in Rittman ran from Friday to Wednesday night to strong approval. Attendance surpassed 1918, guarantors ready for 1920, and organizers hailed each program as educational and entertaining.
Editor J W Dunlap of the West Salem Reporter prints the paper on time but forgets to mail it for a day. 89 subscribers receive the issue with a dry note on local and state dryness. The paper announces a price rise after September 17 from 1 to 1.56 dollars impacting West Salem readers.
The Press notes no drunkenness arrests in Rittman since Ohio became dry on May 27. It recalls frequent mayor court appearances for intoxication before, and says arrests for other liquor related offenses have also declined. The writer credits liquor suppression for improved peace and sobriety.
A terse notice appears from a local resident seeking a public office. The brief mentions campaign involvement and candidacy details, with emphasis on the election process and community interest.
Less than a quarter of Rutt voters cast ballots Tuesday on a two mill school levy. The proposal failed 45 to 61 amid apathy and a weak turnout. The Press notes parents may oppose reducing funds and questions how the board will seek new financing.
David Burkholder, a teamster with Oho Boxboard Co, burned tar paper on vacant land north of town. A horse slipped on a bank and fell as flames leaped around the wagon, but Burkholder freed the animal and pulled the wagon to safety in a speedily executed escape. No serious damage occurred.
Roscoe McCulloch's bid for Ohio governor took a formal start at a Canton McKinley club meeting. The Republican nomination will be decided in August 1920 amid other contenders, and it remains uncertain if his support will grow or fade.
Milton township near Chris Kabel home saw B and O railroad bridge repairs stopped by a temporary injunction from county commissioners. They argued piling in Chippewa creek would hinder water flow. A Wooster conference failed to reach agreement with B and O officials and attorneys.
Mrs. Rose Arbenck of Barberton identifies two robbers who lured her from home two weeks ago and robbed her on a lonely road near Easton after assaulting her and leaving her unconscious on the highway. The suspects named are Charles Wan and SCardano.
Wrag Althoff a German employee at the Obw Bosboard Co faced the mayor on charges of fighting disturbing the peace and using obscene language. The incident occurred near Bo& O crossing on Main street Sunday night as Aurand, escorting a young lady, was assaulted leaving him with black eyes. Althoff and Aurand previously fought at the factory last week and Althoff sought revenge. Mayor Shackleford Munday fined Althoff ten pounds plus costs. total fines and costs about $12.50.
A woman named Miss Cragg was placed under a peace bond after she filed a complaint against Miss Blanche Craig alleging fear of harm. The issue arose over cattle from the Cragg farm crossing into Gettings corn, prompting detainment and a heated argument leading to the court action.
A coal shortage hit the Ohio Boxboard Co and Ohio Salt Co late last week, forcing a partial shutdown of the Boxboard paper mill on Saturday. Factories limped along for two to three days with scarce coal until Monday morning when supplies returned and operations resumed. The Oro Coal Co, a subsidiary serving four Ohio plants in Rittman and Wadsworth, supplies the fuel, with storms and transportation issues blamed for the disruption.
The Rittman Press urges all soldiers to send their names for the Labor Day event on September first. The committee seeks to know how many will attend the free chicken dinner in Rittman and asks soldiers to submit their names at once.
The M W of A announces a lawn fete and band concert on August 23 similar to the prior event. The Barberton Ladies Band will provide music. A large crowd is expected if the weather stays favorable.
A premium list has been issued by the Summit County Agricultural Society. The booklet contains about eighty pages detailing society activities and related offerings.
The Ohio State Fair horseracing bills promise the snappiest racing yet with a fast half mile track. Early entries set records with 33 in the Ohio three year old trotters, 34 in the 2:16 pace, and 43 in the 2:80 pace. Purses total 11,600 dollars across three races per day, drawing many favorites from horsemen.
War and weather damaged last year's horticultural show but Buckeye growers vow a large fruit display in Columbus. Officials predict top quality from orchards and vineyards competing for premiums as E C Cotton heads the horticultural exhibits.
The notice states free days at the Ohio State Fair during the last week of August starting Monday. On Tuesday sailors marines and all who pass the gates free. G A R veterans admitted with button and others in uniform or with discharge papers. Children enter free Friday.
The Rainbow Band, part of the belovéd Rainbow Division, will give daily concerts during the last week of August at the Ohio State Fair. Soldiers in the group served in wartime, offering music for comrades in service and at home. Lieutenant W. A. Bands directs the troupe, drawing visitors to hear their performances.
Oliver Hampton Fritz born October 25 1876 to Thomas Berry and Emma Fritz died August with obituary fragmentary notes. No cause or location provided.
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