Columbus and the enduring myth of discovery across ages
A reflective column contrasts Columbus myths with new scholarly claims about pre Columbus voyages. It traces Columbus's 1492 westward crossing, notes Vespucci and Caboto as contributors to the mainland discovery, and discusses later maps and imperial legacies shaping the Columbus legend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Genoa
Italy
Portugal
England
Iceland
Greenland
Esquimaux
Cathay
China
India
Ptolemy
Alfraganus
Bahamas
San Salvador
Watling Island
West Indies
Cuba
Jamaica
Puerto Rico
Santo Domingo
Diego
Venezuela
North
South America
America
Amerigo Vespucci
Giovanni Caboto
John Cabot
Caboto
Asia
Vespucci
Cabotos
New Foundland and
Labrador
Brazil
Florida
New World
Christmas Mail Heading To Record
Postmaster Mongey predicts a dramatic rise in Christmas mail volume. He warns billions of pieces will flood the system if gifts and greetings are mailed late. Public cooperation is essential to ensure on time delivery. shop early mail early and use zip codes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hi-W Mongey
Fire statistics warn on leaving children home alone
Fire statistics warn that children should never be left alone in a house. Almost 30 percent of all child deaths in home fires involve unattended children.
Retirement of J W Chappell From Firestone
J W Chappell of 199 Clover retires Tuesday after 25 years with Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. He plans winter in Florida with wife and to visit daughter Mrs John Jones and family of Athens. Grandchildren Cindy and Eric included. The Chappells moved to Rittman two years ago after a highway project took their Akron home. They say Rittman is a lovely town to retire in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Chappell
Clover
Firestone Tire and Rubber Company
Florida
Ohio Declares First Official Poetry Day Statewide
Ohio becomes the first state to establish an official Poetry Day, designating a day to celebrate verse across schools libraries and cultural institutions. The move signals statewide emphasis on literary appreciation and education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
State
Local Rittman Newspaper Details and Rates
Rittman's Lindsey Press publishes weekly with office at 88 North Main Street. Rates listed: $3 one year, $5 two years in Wayne and Medina counties. $4 one year, $7 two years elsewhere. $2 per year for servicemen. Editor James R. Witzberger and reporter Frances Sandrock credited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindsey Press, Inc
Lindsey Williams
Wayne
Medina— County
Rittman
Ohio
James R. Witzberger
Frances Sandrock
Wayne County Eyes Vocational School Plan Approval
Wayne County moves toward a vocational school with plans submitted by ten districts to the state board of education. If approved, a special taxing district would be created and voters would decide at the May primary. Project cost exceeds 2 million dollars with a 0.4 mill tax over 20 years to fund the school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne County
State Board of Education
Ohio State Board of Education
Columbus
Thanks to Volunteers Backing Bond for New Hospital
The Wadsworth Rittman area hospital bond issue passed on November 2, 1965 thanks to broad community support including The Rittman Press. The Hospital Association thanks all supporters and the Hospital Auxiliary led by Norma Berry for countless hours. The board aims to begin construction promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wadsworth-Rittman
Rittman Press
Wadsworth-Rittman Area
Norma Berry
Wadsworth-Rittman Area Hospital
Exchange Vows In Double Ring Ceremony
Betty Doman and Ralph Coolman united in marriage in a double ring ceremony at First English Lutheran Church Crestline. The bride, daughter of R D Wenger, wore aqua with white orchid. the groom’s family included late Warren Coolman of Seville. A reception followed. couple to reside on the groom’s farm in Seville RD1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Doman
Ralph Coolman
Edward Winkler
First English Lutheran Church
Crestline
R. D. ‘Wenger
South State
Coolman
Warren Coolman
Rd, Seville
Roger Koppes
Wadsworth
Irvin Luikart
Virgil Koppes
Ben Wenger
Virginia
Pennsylvania
Skyline Drive
RD 1
Seville
Rittman Three
Jerusalem
Medina County Fair Board
Park Board
Grange
Babcock and Wilcox
Barberton
Bowling Green
Medina
Rittman
R. D. Wenger
South State Street
Guilford Grange
Also Mentioned on This Page
Christopher
Harvard University
Lief Erickson
Organization of American States
United States
Columbus’ Son
Alcazar
U.S
Harvard
Canary Islands
Spain
TRY Lay’s
Scone
Rittman Pres
N. Main St
Wayne Savings
Wayne Savings and Loan
Wooster
Millersburg
Charles E. Wilson Inc
North Main Street
Ocho, Inc
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