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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1932
Page
3
A fragment from the Chicago Daily News evocatively recalls renewing a torch of days past. The verse hints at waves of time returning to the shore, the fleeting touch of memory, and the old Father Time rekindling a youthful cheer amid enduring nostalgia.
The Boston Herald laments the decline of watch night and New Year calls as American tradition yields to a modern revelry. It recalls 19th century manners when visits and cordial cups shaped year end, noting urban growth and fading social ritual as observers drift from old, solemn farewells to new year celebrations.
Facing difficulties ahead in the New Year should spur bold action and courage. The brief item urges readers to keep determination and a ready head to confront future challenges.
An article explains copperheads are not as vicious as feared. They strike mainly when disturbed and are generally sluggish. Their habitat is damp rocky areas, with diet dominated by field mice. Common names include copper belly pilot red-eye and red adder in various regions.
A fragment presents a vivid metaphor about an exceptional hen guiding a flock despite challenges. It contrasts with an ordinary cat’s ease, then frames a downward road as a persistently worn path. The language hints at a cautionary tale about leadership and risk.
Creston Church of God led by Pastor W J Plough holds Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship follow with teacher's meeting during the day. Reston M E Church under Rev G L Bohnert lists Sunday school at 8 45 morning worship and Epworth League at 6 30 p m with Glen Woilert leading prayers. No evening preaching at Reston.
The Philathea class held a Christmas party at Ars. Sewall Sonnedecker's home. Guests included Mesdames S C Naor C. EB Clapp Iav Sonnedecker and Art Solus. Mrs Gy f Rohnert recited The Other Wise Man by Van Dyke. Prizes went to several members, a white elephant gift caused merriment, and baskets of donated food and clothing were prepared for needy families. Refreshments followed.
Creston and Jackson congregations announce schedules with Reverend A. E. Stockham at Creston including 9 30 a m preaching 10 46 a m Sunday school and 7 30 p m preaching plus choir practice. Jackson service at 9 45 a m Sunday school 11 00 am preaching and Lord's Supper. Program details include Congregational dinner Saturday afternoon. Uncle Josh quotes 1932 reflections on godliness and reward.
The regular meeting of the Village Council will be held Monday night.
The M. B. E. church choir will be entertained in the C. M. McGuff home on Friday night. The event promises a varied program of hymns and selections by the visiting singers in a community gathering at a private residence.
The Woman's Benefit Association will hold a meeting at the Seville Knights of Pythias hall on Tuesday evening January 3rd.
The Canaan Grange will meet Friday night January 6 with plans to discuss community topics and upcoming events at the local hall. Members are urged to attend for reports and schedule planning.
A New York Herald Tribune debate argues sideburns derive from General Burnside’s name, tracing etymology to mutton chops and sideboards. The letter contends current usage matters more than ancestry, noting sideburns endure while sideboards fade and mutton chops are less common.
Miss Kathryn Benjamin entertained friends at her North Mais street home Tuesday night. The diversions included fuseh ay night and ping pong. Guests included Misses Welcome Plough Lillian Kirschner Virginia Stebbins Mary Stebbins Aliee Carpenter LaVonnt Benjamin and Betty Myers. Dainty refreshments were served.
The Philathea class of the Mid church plans a potluck supper in the church parlors on Tuesday night January 3. Mesdames Jerry Broomall and Carl Slater serve on the table committee. Mrs L Nohnert and Mrs Juanita Brooks lead devotionals and head the program and social pare. All members should report to roll call with a current event from the past week.
Christmas pageants The Great Deliverer The Great Light and Gifts for the King were beautifully given at Jackson Presbyterian and Church of God respectively A miscellaneous program was held at the M E church Churches were decorated with green and red All participants are deserving of special mentions and credit to the directors.
Mrs Jane Shriner celebrated her 71st birthday at Polk Tuesday evening in Creston party with about thirty guests. Mr and Mrs H H Shriner and family attended, sharing best wishes and health notes about the celebrant.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the M B church will meet Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock in the Will Newberry home. Assistant hostesses will be Mrs A L Grier and Mrs Ida Steele, with Mrs S C Boor as program leader.
Santa and Mrs Ralph Brainard announce the birth of a baby boy on Christmas Day. The family welcomes the newborn with joy and gratitude.
Honored guest Arlene Carbaugh attended a birthday dinner with a remaining note of a take-home gift. Saturday night, Henry Sayers of Orrville was an out-of-town guest referenced in the brief social item.
The Presbyterian Guild announces its first meeting of the new year will be held Friday night, January 5th. Members are urged to attend as plans for upcoming activities and events will be discussed.
A dense list of Christmas visitors fills Wooster area homes, with Mr and Mrs and extended families hosting relatives from Akron Cleveland Medina Wooster Orrville and more. Names include Slater McGuff MeIntire Grunder Bechtel and Murray, among others, as neighbors share meals and gatherings through the holiday period.
Unclear text records a bridge prize involving William Wilkinson with mention of de Retwkah loge Injoyeut and a five-table event. Other readable names include Chartes Myers, Zook, Leo Wilte, Jordan, Mires Catdt, and Shingusera on an entertainment committee.
The Grange will sponsor a township institute in Canaan range area on January 11 and 12. Officers include Jin Otter as president Arthur Irvin as vice president Mry Russell Lehman secretary Chamas Larne Lreaaufer and Coit Tow of Cruen county named chief speaker January 12 with Mrs ROM Drawn of Goshen Ind.
The Legion Auxiliary will convene Monday night to discuss upcoming events and community outreach plans. Members are urged to attend at the usual meeting place for the session and any officer reports.
The School Board will hold its regular meeting Monday night at 7:30 PM, providing a chance for trustees to discuss district issues and approve agenda items.
The May Chapter OB will hold a meeting Wednesday evening January 4 at 7 30. The gather may discuss chapter events and future plans with members urged to attend.
Many households hosted and visited relatives during Christmas Week. Mr and Mrs Knepp and family wore Sunday gatherings at Leroy with neighbors, while Mr and Mrs Slitter entertained at dinner. Dozens of relatives including Myers, Norton, Hookway, Gerstenschlager, Marks, Huffman, Matteson, and others traveled between homes across Medina, Wooster, and surrounding towns for holiday meals and companionship.
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