31 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
1
A group of local businesspeople protest a planned gathering in Hatton asserting the event was organized without legitimate approval. They deny backing the promoters and urge authorities to reconsider the assembly, citing concerns over its underlaying motives and public disruption.
A fragmented report mentions a marshmallow roast and nearby festive activities with names and places barely readable. Several garbled phrases hint at a local gathering or celebration with attendees, seating, and a nighttime scene.
FP W Ders writes from Demerara about living conditions in Georgetown and riverine life under Dutch drainage works He notes canals dikes and sea walls the presence of Americans and locals including Indians cannibals past and present and expresses interest in the work and personal life with his wife joining him recently He closes with best wishes to Writings friends and family
Fragmentary OCR text references the Ohio State Civil Service Commission processes and examinations. It mentions applications, eligibility, distribution of tests, and related procedures, but content is garbled with many incorrect words and missing details. The readable elements indicate an administrative notice regarding civil service procedures.
The notice outlines September 1 as the hull opening date for various hunting seasons including ducks, brant, geese, and other water birds, with rules on licenses and property access. It lists species with seasonal limits and special closures through dates such as March, April, and February, and notes protections for certain birds and the role of landowners in hunting permissions.
Multiple couples from Indiana Oregon Washington and Ohio obtained marriage licenses. The list includes Mort Wo Zimmerman with Jeno 1 PReorst and Micarthe Kambaugh with Fredertek borg Tad Mite Della Long, plus Mothe Rutt Steele and Suusher 7 Morredd in various locales.
A long readable fragment details a community event named a farmers picnic at Hittman Park. It notes participants, local figures, and a concluding line thanking all who took part, with a pledge to publish further correspondence next week.
Fragmentary notes describe Pystefan Blood as a leading performer and outline a melodramatic plot featuring Lem, Blake, Evie, and Luther Rochelle. Loyalties, theft, religious turns, and a final confrontation unfold across lumber camps, Western towns, and Red Dox amid tumult and a gambling brawl.
Public notice outlines advertising permit procedures for this week. It states a formal explanation will be provided later and emphasizes the need for proper form and timing for patentees. The document indicates a five week period for related discussions and actions.
Ameran farmers wasted more than four hundred million dollars worth of fertilizer last year. Read our important article by Robert If Moulton in this issue of The Press.
A surprise marriage took place in Wooster last Tuesday at the Reformed church parsonage. Mrs Mary Conley and Mr G Sheets were united in wedlock by Rev E B Young at one o clock. The couple are well known and respected in Rittman and nearby communities.
Real estate transfers listed include Pislar to Fera Harpster and Weales Shatter to Roy Crawford. Multiple parcels across Wooster and Orrville with prices from 1 to 3600 dollars and one 187591 related trust transfer. Guardian and estate figures appear in fragmented notation.
Showers and cooler weather expected on Sunday followed by a spell of fair conditions until Friday. Then unsettled weather returns with likely local showers and generally warm temperatures through the week.
Over the past week thirteen suspects faced Ridgeway town court actions. Nine were ordered out, four fined 100 dollars each with costs. only one paid. Other cases include Jacx McGustin vs Otto Muller for assault and battery with a ten dollar fine, Eviction and disturbing the peace charged against Mike Malauney and Thos Murphy with two hundred dollar fines each.
Summit County fair opens October 3 to 5 at Old Fountain Park featuring agricultural horticultural livestock exhibits and free attractions. Secretary Whe Moi Warner at 22 North Broadway Akron Ohio invites participation and attendance.
Township Clerk Peter Krabill announces hunting licenses will be issued in Rittman on Monday September 11 from 1 to 9 p.m. at Rexall Drug store. Chas Rohrer, Mary Deneky, and Hazel Kurtz traveled to Greenville Wednesday evening.
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