Village Council Debates Ordinances and Bond Bids
Village council convened Monday to discuss several ordinances on prohibition enforcement and penalties for illegal manufacture sale and transport of intoxicants. The session approved engineer estimates and a $259 base project at Industrial Street while evaluating bids for bonds and road improvements on Sterling Avenue amid petitions from local property owners seeking county-funded paving assistance.
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Meree Stowkleford
Rittawau
Wien
Orleans
Anton Tt
Rittmoir
Ohio
Connect
Rittman
Talede Band Hanuse
Sterling Ave
Weking
Maan St
Lemite
Rittman Chautauqua Treasurer Report Sees Season Totals
The document records the 1520 season treasurer’s report for the Rittman Chautauqua Association, noting receipts from season tickets, Redpath Chautauqua guarantees, printing and advertising costs, and street project expenditures. It mentions street opening hearings, notices to property owners, and funds allocated for street rights, power, and disposal plant costs.
Orrville Gathers for Govern Reception amid Democratic Rally
Orrville business leaders and Democrats plan a large reception to welcome the governor. The event aims to draw a great crowd and showcase support, with preparations under way in the Orrville area.
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Orrvih
Gorton
Mondex
Ace
Orrville
Park Announces TPO Hirst Chiss Barber Shop Prep
Park issues notice that TPO will operate a Hirst Chiss barber shop and prepare to care for work orders promptly under Jon Scthorger.
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Park
TPO
Tistclis
Jon Scthorger
Barn Fire Destroys Rittman Area Bank Barn
A lightning strike torched a large bank barn on the David Amstuta farm about three miles south of Rittman. A tenant and animals were inside when the blaze spread quickly, consuming a tractor, binder, and much of the structure. Fire from nearby departments battled the flames as neighbors gathered.
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Rittman
Eerahy
Cain An
All Wayne Picnic Draws Crowds For Roaring Afternoon
A busy Wayne county park hosted a county picnic with crowds estimated at a few thousand. Orrville and Wooster tied in a ball game, vendors reported strong sales, and the Wooster Board of Trade Band performed while Senator Ailee Pomerene spoke on domestic questions.
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Wintone
Orrville
Wooster
Ovary
Ion Schedete
Anornin
Seriou
Wayne Townsalmp
Wood Ard Maachine Co
Batte Ce
Wooster Board of Trade Band
Ailee Pomerene
Canton
Jess Edwards
The Press Subscription Rate Increase Notice
The Rittman Press announces a new subscription rate of 2.00 per year starting September 15 with a transitional period. The old 1.50 rate remains valid through September 16. renewals, arrears, and new subscriptions after that date may be accepted at 1.60 for one year.
Sterling Mantin Hospital Patient Underwent Emergency Surgery
Frank Wright, a resident of Sterling and Milan township, was taken to Sterling Mantin Hospital Friday night. On Saturday he underwent an operation to repair a rupture. The patient was placed under anesthesia and his condition after the operation remained serious as doctors advised immediate intervention.
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Frank Wright
Sterling
Milan
Wouter Hontal
Lal
Eunibiog Ta
Tennessee ratifies woman suffrage amendment
Wednesday afternoon the Tennessee lower house voted 46 to 47 to ratify the national woman suffrage amendment. The Tennessee Senate had already approved by a large majority, making Tennessee the seventh state to ratify. Once the Secretary of State issues the proclamation, the amendment will be complete and women will gain full voting rights in future elections.
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Pelegraphic Advcen
Tennessee
Tennessee Senate
Washington
Castor Morrison Nuptials At Methodist Parsonage
Miss Ebnon Marguerite Castor became the bride of Paul Worrsent at the Methodist parsonage in Woaster with Rev Vernon Wood Wager performing the ceremony. The couple, from Ruttnsen and North Thardst, plan to reside at home after September first. Ray Ritter notes a separate incident: a car theft at Sarat Beach near Akron, a pursuit, and the stolen Hudson not recovered.
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Ay Figh
Dian Weinesdiv
Vernon Wood Wager
Ebnon
Marguerite Castor
Paul Worrsent
Methodser Parsonage
Woaster
Seth Norns
Georgette
Mra. Morrison
Mrosint Mere
Staiteat
Wes Homer Forres
Mierricou
Seth Morison
North Thardst
Pliner Maurer
Eitvens
Rutt
Mascrisen
Waeroisan Wall
Ray Ritter
Julu
Maswell
Sarat Beach
Akron
Thas
Tame
Ubadeouw
Hatters Service
Steban
Hudson
Ritter
Ige Ment
Rittman
Stan O
Cne
Negro Arrested at Sterling for Disturbance and Observation
A man described as 37 years old was arrested in Sterling after causing a public disturbance by shouting on the streets. He claimed he shot a man Monday night over a wife dispute but could not identify the victim. He was taken to the Wooster county jail for observation.
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Sterling Tureday
Wooster
Sherif Garver
Sterling
Strerff
Felahero Dias
Walarie Rowlett
Rittman Men Sue B&O R R Over Water Drainage Damages
August Guiffinet and Alfred Gordon sue the B&O Railroad for 4 000 damages claiming a railroad embankment blocks surface water drainage from their farm land. Judge H B Swartz presides. Attorney Swartz represents the plaintiffs in several similar cases by Mineral Township landowners.
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August Guffinet
Alfred Gordon
Hittman
R R
Toerr
James
HB. Swartz
B&o
Milt N Township Land Eynera
Swartz
Easton Growery Change Hands as Bargers Buy Firm
Eric Barger, after 13 years with Olive Board Co, and Edward Barger purchase the Easton growery and general store. They plan immediate possession and will run a truck to buy butter eggs poultry and related goods.
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Eric Barger
Olive B Xboard Co
Edward Barger
Easton
Help Rittman Fire Department carnival to fund a new engine
Help the Rittman fire department raise funds at a carnival in Rittman park on Friday and Saturday nights August 20 and 21. Every cent of the net receipts goes to the engine purchase fund.
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Rittman
Rittman Park
Rittman Press raises annual price to two dollars
The enterprising weekly paper from Rettman announces a price increase to two dollars per year. The Daily Record notes the move as the publication boosts its business appeal.
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Rittman Press
Rettman
Notice of Office Closure in August 1920
The office will be closed from August 14 to August 31, 1920. Gregg D.D.S. announces temporary closure.
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Gregg, Dd.s
Rittman Markets Report From Local Grain and Stock Notices
Market notes from Rittman show weekly Thursday corrections by Hershey and Rohrer for wheat and oats. prices quoted include oatsheen at 1.40 and stock shows minor changes. Detected entries reference D W Brenneman and local prices around 60 cents for noted items.
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Rittman
Hershey & Rohrer
Oatsheen Com
D. W. Brenneman Butlers Pepereencae
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