08 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1917
Page
1
Amusing puzzle pages are highlighted for children each week. The item discusses Salons and a chaotic scene with references to political figures and a fire related incident, indicating crowded events and a sense of unrest around the time.
Fragmentary notice reports the death of Baby Willis and a birth named Tidwina, with garbled surrounding text. The string of names and dates is unclear but indicates a funeral or birth notice in a local paper.
Woh ae ote thank all the friends and neighbors who have shown sympathy and support after the loss. Your kindness is deeply appreciated during this time of bereavement.
A county report shows Milton banner township taxable property values including real and personal property outside municipalities. Figures list totals for several parcels and assessments, with notes on forthcoming drafting of a policy or plan related to the township’s taxable base.
A Doylestown church has installed a new organ, symbolizing a major upgrade to its music program. The instrument launch promises richer worship experiences and draws attention from local parishioners and community supporters.
The Shreve cabinet news reappears in print with notes on local events and upcoming dates. Mentions of February activities and street updates appear amid fragmented lines and garbled text.
A damaged OCR style report discusses coal shortages affecting Rittman residents and local leaders. It mentions efforts like a proposed plan by JJ Gannan and opposition by community figures to manage supply and taps into regional energy concerns.
Members of the freshmen class gathered at View Zora Dheagh two miles away for a meeting about activities and meals. Mr Pleugti’s aid led the event with supervision by teachers, including Snell Heber Karty Selman Waller and others.
A fragmented report indicates President Hoover’s stance against extending voting rights to women in the presidential election. The House reportedly passed a related measure by a comfortable margin and sent it toward final consideration, with outlines referencing Ohio and broader suffrage debates.
A series of evangelistic meetings at the OB church ends with closing Sunday on February 4. The regular pastor assisted by Rev Patterson delivered soul stirring discourses with a large chorus under Prof Wood Smith of Weston Fayette. A reception for members and friends is planned at the church this Thursday evening.
A petition campaign seeks to place a Beal law election before the City Council to decide if Rittman residents want saloons. Many citizens signed, and council orders a February 27 vote to determine public sentiment.
A study shows heating infested foods to 135 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes can kill insects in stored provisions such as cornmeal sugar and cheese. Researchers note beetles clothes moth larvae and red mites are common cupboard pests and that higher temperatures around 195 degrees may also be effective for future use in households.
Water flooded the Cereten mine north of Doylestown halting work for days. Miners faced heavy extraction delays as pumps and relief efforts struggled to remove water, delaying regular coal production until the mine could be cleared.
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