15 Aug 1929
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1929
Page
1
A garbled OCR passage presents a stream of distressed musings about sadness and sympathy for afflicted individuals. It references belief in hidden potions in beads, weeds blamed for woes, and a critique of fashion and culture. Names like JAMES QUIRK appear amid scattered commentary and speculative claims.
The Grandview allotment in Rittman sees the sale of new homes to James Stem and wife, with four houses in the development praised by organizers. Local residents Wells Forman McCracken Gebhart and Stem are named among homeowners as Rittman expands westward and several new houses near completion.
A fragmented OCR record notes a local gathering with mentions of officers and a secretary figure. Names such as Mrs Frank Longenecke appear amid garbled phrases about a program and an election time. The text is incomplete and lacks clear outcomes or dates.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion in Snyder hosted a surprise event for Mrs Charles Snyder on the last Monday evening, with Squibbs and other committee members coordinating the gathering.
A Murray Weimer reunion is planned for Thursday with tentative attendees from the area. Organizers urge former classmates to confirm participation and share contact details for updates.
John King, son of C. E. Klas of near Smithville, was found dead from a gunshot at home after a illness lingering heart condition. He had retired from school due to weak heart and showed melancholy in days prior. Survived by parents three sisters and one brother. coroner Patterson notified. Funeral arrangements pending at Wooster home.
Fragmentary OCR text references William Best and a death, signaling an oblique public notice. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable. the fragment suggests a brief obituary or death notice without verifiable details.
A fragmented report notes the Indians and the Imperials set for a Sunday game. It hints at Kenmore as a strong contender and mentions a second half effort, with unclear details on scores or venue.
Two residents Mr Miller and Mrs Dickerson wed recently and moved into their new home on Sheldon Avenue after a recently finished dwelling. Local notices indicate a happy household establishing in the street with new neighbors arriving.
The Monroe County picnic will be held at Chippewa Lake instead of Central Park. Labor Day arrangements are being finalized with details to follow.
Presbyterian Church hosts an organ recital Sunday at 7 30 featuring Malus as soloist with soprano Madelina Alderton of Wadsworth and violinist Gritz Invadoalos. Program includes Allegro from Ist Sonntay Guillmant, Pigeo Toroique Franck, Solos by Willard Crit, Adagio from Op 28, and more pieces with Mr Paul Main.
A noonday Rotary luncheon is planned for Thursday this week featuring a speaker from Akron serving as spokesman for a committee. The talk will cover committee activities and local service efforts.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Wednesday evening playground game at the park featuring the Cats. Wadsworth and local gunners are mentioned with hopes of a 40 victory, though details are unclear.
Fragmentary report notes a Legion group facing internal debate and public comment during a week marked by a 82 to 36 or 2 scoreline. Key names are unclear, with scattered references to Breede Gebhirt and Browns. The text suggests a community forum or meeting outcome but lacks coherent details.
A fire broke out on a South Main Street building housing Station 8 AEE in Gainerville in the afternoon. An improvised explosion and spread of flames damaged radios and equipment valued at about $200, with staff reporting a disruptive incident at the scene.
Mr and Mrs Joe Petit have returned to Sterling after a five week trip through the West They visited the Black Hills South Dakota Yellowstone Park Denver and Colorado Springs as well as many friends and relatives in Missouri and Diners while to pet away OS
Report details a two car collision on Route 24 near Ritman involving a truck driven by Mr. Alarks Ron and a vehicle carrying Tawrenice Stoolmiller. Both had minor injuries with one driver and another passenger slightly hurt. the accident occurred on the 14th but was not Friday.
The bulletin lists numerous births from Fredericksburg to Creston with details of newborns, including names such as David Lah matt, Anna Mario, Coral Jonny, and Doris Jann. Locations span Sugar Creek, Doylestown, Chippewa, and Burbank, with dates ranging from May to July and multiple parents credited by surname.
A fragmented OCR text mentions Pathan and unnamed workers with unclear actions and dates. The readable portion suggests a report about individuals and work timing but lacks coherent facts, names, places, or outcomes to summarize.
The article extols Charles Lindbergh’s role as a pioneering aviator amid a global era. It praises his focus on photography and the arts as vital to national progress, while critiquing sensational talk and emphasizing dedication to achievement and public service.
John Heirs of Smithville dies after ten months of illness and muttering. Survived by brother Totka of Rittman and daughter Emma of Swelletavitia. Funeral arrangements not specified in the fragment, and other family names appear garbled.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Lakeland Beach and a related event weekend with camping and activities. The text shows errors like dates, times, and names, but implies a local community gathering with various activities. No clear outcomes or participants can be confirmed from the readable portions.
Guests at the Murray-Weimer reunion this week at CentRal Park include Mrs Nora Fibin Cameron of W Va Mrs Della Reimer of Aleppo Pa and Mrs Roscoe Garrison with two daughters Helen and Jean of Waynesburg Pa They plan to attend the Thursday gathering at Ritiman Park this week.
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