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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
5
A Farm and Fireside verse contemplates the Old Year fading with calm, the New Year arriving to bring relief, purer thought, greater courage, and higher life purposes. It speaks of shared grief giving way to hopeful resolve and better strives ahead.
In a 1929 Western Newspaper Union piece, Miss Brown faces a class on New Year’s day as a letters reveals Helen’s engagement breakup to Jim. Amid embarrassed giggles, Jim arrives to reveal he never stopped loving Helen. The scene ends with a light New Year program and a hopeful mood.
An editorial recounts a neurologist’s testimony in a paralysis case where recovery occurred after court damages were awarded, arguing thoughts can create or cure conditions. It cites soldiers with epilepsy, Emerson and Madame de Stael, and notes that shift in thinking shaped Cromwell’s army and Palestine fishermen’s impact.
In a village sitting room Lois Rastons face the elder Rastons as New Year nears. William Wield seeks absolution and presents a plea to Lois asking a heart gift but she reveals the theft occurred weeks ago, confirming his misgivings.
Wayne County Xmas Seal Committee apologizes for mailings in Rittman where recipients did not receive Christmas Seals. The committee will double check the mailing list before this year’s mailings and correct records immediately to prevent a recurrence.
Grease stains on leather can be removed with benzine or pure turpentine without harming the surface. Do not use gasoline for this purpose as it is injurious to leather.
The Church of Christ lists a Bible School at 9 30 A M Communion at 10 30 A M C E Society at 6 30 P M and preaching at 7 39 P M with evening service details. The notice outlines daily worship timings for members and attendees.
Schedule lists Kaupp's Sunday School at 16 2. m. and church services on the 2nd and 4th Sundays, Susdaysa me.
The speaker recalls old joys and loyal friendships as the new year arrives. He cherishes glowing hearths, beloved books, and the kindness and welcome of familiar paths. He asks to keep comforting ways while inviting the new blessings.
A reflective piece discusses New Year as a moment to assess possessions and life direction. It contrasts material focus with deeper awakening, urging readers to consider values, aims, and the steps needed to pursue meaningful change.
Florence Harris Wells offers a hopeful New Year message urging health strength and cheerful perseverance. She invites readers to leave the old year behind and move forward with confidence toward happiness, opportunity, and success.
Ohio used more than 1.25 million Christmas trees this year with Norway spruce White spruce and balsam fir favored. State forester Edmund Seerest notes small plantations are becoming profitable and can supply better quality trees locally. Trees can be grown five to six years before cutting with 2700 to 3500 trees per acre.
A Cleveland man named Axont Chirca credits Konjola with relief from four years of rheumatism and chronic constipation after a month of treatment. He reports improved health and plans for full remission, noting sales at A H Thomas drug store in Rittman and other druggists in the region.
The Post Office Department warns that gum on new stamps will taste better than the old, yet not more nourishing. Sams urges acceptance of the inevitable as a comfort, while noting it does not drive progress. A good stand of grass can protect a hilly orchard from erosion losses and soil fertility decline.
Fant Schulix, 38, of Wedge the Tawny residence on Canton road, died Thursday morning December 19 at 12 48 from pneumonia after a week long illness. Funeral services were held Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church Doylestown with Rev D H Sreate officiating. Burial in Cheat Nut Hill Cemetery arranged by F P A Frage. Schulix born July 1 1871 in Germany came to America with parents Anthony and Mrs Schultz forty seven years ago. Survived by wife Catherine Catsiva and six children Irwin F Schulte Detroit Mich Harry and Glenn Schultz at home Mrs E Salbarling Barberton Mrs Edith Mas Schultz and Mrs Gordon Rehyte Akron and Evelyn and Luella Schultz at home. Also four granddaughters four brothers William Doylestown Albert John Edward Akron and two sisters Cleveland.
Emmet Griner's Sunday school class and families gathered for a Christmas party at the church. A chicken dinner was served followed by a praise program, and a $15 gold purse was presented to the pastor Rev. R F Nehwonger. The class gave Mr Griner a silk scarf as a gift.
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