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Newspaper

The Rittman Press

Location

Rittman, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1934

Page

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Scarlet fever scare hits Rittman schools

Five scarlet fever cases reported among Rittman children prompt school nurse Margaret McWeethy to alert teachers and Superintendent W A Garver. Suspected sore throats, fever, and appetite loss trigger caution. Daylestown West Salem and Shreve report hardest hit in Wayne county while schools remain open.

Rittman Margaret McWeethy W. A. Garver McWally Wille Terenes Daylestown Salem Shreve Wayne County Lowell Gordon Joan Faber Homer Dawson Lowe S. C. Gordon Dennis Main Street Stov Faber Allroad Street Worer

Court House Sale Snags 40 Acre Tract In Canaan Township

Sat- Vurday sale at the courthouse saw W H Reese 40 acres in Canaan township buyed by Mr Ramsier near Burbank for 1005 dollars. Administrator Waines appointed to manage late Charles Holderbaum's estate in Rittman. Heirs listed as Anna Holderhbaum and Lena Marr. Property valued around 2500 dollars with appraisers Shook Clippinger and Spade named. Real estate transfers include Keuler executor to Pearl McFerren, McGollum to Mary Hay, Andrus to Frank Sohar, Miler to Younns, and Ramsler to Lyle Bachman.

Court House Sat- Vurday Rittman Frank B. Waines Charles Holderbaum Anna Holderhbaum Lena Marr W. R.shook Howard “Clippinger O. M. Spade I. Keuler Pearl McFerren Rettman Mary H. Hay Steve Andrus Frank Sohar Milton Fred_J Ramsler Lyle Bachman Riftman

Mrs. Etting Buried. Stepmother of Mrs. Musser

Mrs. Mary Gindelsperger Etting, 32, stepmother of Mrs. C. C. Musser, was buried at Union Cemetery after services at Canal Fulton Presbyterian Church. She died at her Canal Fulton home Sunday evening. She was born in Baughman Township, widow of J. C. Etting, active in church circles, member of the O E S, and had lived in Wayne County 35 years. Survived by daughter Mrs. C A Myers, son Frank Etting, step-daughters Mrs. Henry Williams and Mrs. Musser.

Mary Gindelsperger “Etting C. C. Musser Union Cemetery Canal Fulton Presbyterian Church A. H. Brand, Wooster Mra. Etling J. C. Etling Canal Fulton Joseph Gindlesperger Baughman Townships Jefferson_Etting Marshallville Wayne County C. A. Myers Canton Frank Etting Henry Williams Akron Musser

Fire destroys meat in Hodovan kitchen blaze

A fire at John Hodovan's home in Boxlioan destroyed meat left in a back room. The blaze damaged interior walls but the rest of the meat and shoulders were safeguarded. firemen arrived after the flames had spread.

John Hodovan Fireren

Henry's Wedding PTA Sponsors Local High School Play

The PTA sponsors a three act comedy Henry's Wedding to be staged Thursday and Friday February 22 and 23 at the high school. Cast includes Henry played by Jimmie Stem and Samantha Green by Esther Overholt with a Chicago gangster plot and kidnapping attempted for comic effect. A singing and dancing chorus accompanies the performance featuring local business leaders in a nostalgic skit.

Henry P.T. A Macey Jimmie Stem Samantha Green California Esther Overholt Robert DW Ag Jack Tenry Joy Jack Hiss Mary Helen Steiner Jack Paul Arenneman Vincent Goliuch John Hodavan Chicago Tse Ald Rhine Pas Margaret Zavada Eliza Ora Fry Wind Rogers Walter Keating Woodrow Tlarpster

Wayne Co Declamatory Contest Held Tuesday

A Wayne county high school declamatory contest was held Tuesday night in the Apple Creek high school. First place went to Robert Bragg of Doylestown with Number Six. Verda Metz of Créton took second with On the Other Train. Eleanor Greneri of Apple Creek placed third with The Highwayman. Alice Tegtmeter of Congress was fourth with The Other Wine Man. Helen Miley of Ster Ang was fifth with To the Lions.

Wayne County Apple Creek High School Robert Bragg Doylestown Verda Metz Creaton Eleanor Greneri Apple Creek Alice Tegtmeter Congress Helen Miley Ster Ang Ito

Scout meeting prints tenderfoot badges and investiture

The Scout meeting saw Troop 405 grant five Scouts their tenderfoot badges Wallace Heffelman Robert Clyninger Frank Hickin Stanley Hukinsky and Charles Snyder An investiture was held and the group closed with a benediction Also Dr C Gregg attended Summit County Dental Society dinner at the Mayflower hotel Akron An address on dental materials followed transfers and sorority elections among OSU rural 4 H alumnae Reba Hummel Florence Miller and Mary Teegarden elected to Omicron Nu honorary sorority for home economics based on scholastic achievement.

I. Grant Moss Co. C. Gregg Summit County “Dental Society Mayflower Akron Mon Gregg Furnace Western Reserve Dental School Ohio State University Omicron-Nu Reba Hummell Carroll Florence Miller Canal Winchester Mary Teegarden Duval

Scouts Rally to Call for Service in Roosevelt Era

A Scout rally and banquet at the Pres byterian Church marks the 24th anniversary of Scouting in America. More than 100 attendees heard Superintendent Close speak and discuss the movement's history and future as volunteers organized a community service drive and a winter camp trip to Camp Manatee.

Presbyterian Rittman Int ‘America American Tafiou Rotary Fathers Tiftmin Close Wadsworth Public Schools HS Squibbs SA Patrol Brank- Hin Tiradahaw Ihares Sota Palror Boyd Miller Stent Toeralé Morris Wugie Kime Frankin Bradshaw Artie Wauft Ste Hubert Squibbs Frank B. Gilbert WJ. Grant C C C. Grege Howard Breece Joe Nan Steiner B.S. Wendrickson Roosevelt

Annie Rood Rites Held for Sharon Burial Service

Mrs Annie Rood 70 died after several weeks illness in Wadsworth. She leaves two sons Otis Beal and Albert Beal and several step children and siblings. Rites held Wednesday at 2 pm at the home officiated by Rev H E Buckey, burial in Sharon Cemetery Southwest.

Annie ‘Rood Earl Kinch Wadsworth Otis Beal Albert Beal Sharon Township John Rood Don Rood Spencer Henry Harrison Kinch Creston Icie Farnsworth Wadsworth Township George Danby Medina H. E. Buckey Southweat Sharon Cemetery

Birth announced for Mr. and Mrs. William Seedaur

Mr. and Mrs. William Seedaur of N. Seneca Street announce the birth of a girl on Tuesday.

William Bseedaur N. Seneca Street

Anniversary Day Inspires at U B Church

The U B Church marked an anniversary with inspiring services led by Glipplacer Dayton. Attendance surpassed prior records as visitors contributed about 135 dollars toward building repairs due this year. Messages on Loyalty to Christ and the Parable of the Ten Virgins drew praise and the day was described as a high water mark in the church’s history.

Fen Glipplacer Dayton Christ cPest Fermi Gara Hayling Haney Domitus Avery Parson Neww York City Yonrr Sherman

Chatham High Falls to Rittman in Tight Cage Clash

Rittman cagers edged Chatham 0 to 0 as a late rally swung the game. Pete Hosaid sparked the Indians with the first half lead, while St Johns game postponement shifted schedule.

Chatham Rittman High Culrut Rna Rittman Orrville Tha Triians Rimmetry Paca A & Pirat Pete Hosaid Tellyaniah Routsno

Tournament for Class B arranged in county brackets

The article outlines a Class B tournament with districts and brackets, listing opening rounds on Sunday and matches across Wooster and surrounding towns. It notes that Ritoan and other teams cannot play county tournament this year but will participate in a special tournament next Saturday.

Saunday Wooster Tah Gyi Ritoan Hh Elrat Talim Wat Ryliun Noviosiown Congreas Burbank Applecrewk VR Marassallville Frederickahure Va Shreve Ey Reader Prakheve Dalton-Weat Salem Une Rane Vile Mt Kaiin Whiner Crestan Chestermane Winiter Ahalivillys Fredarichspure-Shreve eSecond Wroitntor Fantor Vae Sterling Junior Wirh Saniffinntict

Indians Triumph Over Doyiestown In Tight Battle

Indians win 34 to 21 as Rittman breaks a halftime 14 14 deadlock and pulls away late. Brora Zivkavich scores 11 for the Indians while Steve Sloth leads Daylestown with 7 points in a hard fought Atlantic Coast League clash.

Tiliy Yourss Indianas Daviestown Thessay Rittman Brora Zivkavich Indians Gonly Steve Sloth Daylestown

Wadsworth Bank Entrusted with Doylestown School Funds

The First National Bank of Wadsworth was named depository for the board of education funds for two years. President Jerome Dannensiller and Clarence Dannamiller with F W Sharp form a committee to investigate deeds related to the Doylestown school property.

Wadsworth Bank Doylestown First National Bank of Wadsworth Board of Education Ole Jerome Dannensiller Finncinter

Price Russell Named One Of Ohio's Noted Public Servants

Akron Times-Press notes Price Russell of Creston remains active in public life though not in office. Russell has held roles from warden at the Ohio Penitentiary to executive secretary to governors Cox and Donahey, and served on the clemency board for a decade. He now counsels for state insurers, chairs finance committees, and remains a known figure in Wayne County politics and Ohio affairs.

Price Russell Creston Akron Times-Press Wayne County Ohio Cleveland Ohio State Penitentiary Legislative Twoovernors Clemency Board Cox Ohio’ ‘Assembly John M. Pattison Pattison Russell O. R. Gotld St Creston Insurance Taney Ohio University Cincinnati Law School

Officials Treated at City Meeting Sparks Scant Details

In a garbled report Mayor Charles Snyder hosted a night session about reg lar ressimenti. Officials including Dean Wolmer Shook and Commissioner Kurtz attended but information remains unclear due to faulty transcription.

Econ Nt Aunell Charles Snyder Myellings Syefrdahmants Leginn Thounell Menders

The War’s Enduring Warnings From The Great War

A reflective piece argues future conflicts risk greater devastation and urges preparedness. It recalls wartime shortages and civilian suffering, notes the reliance on heavy weaponry, and warns that a second world war could end civilization. The author cites Sherman and a call for vigilance.

Funeral Rites Held for Elizabeth Eby

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth Eby 84 widow of Gust Eby were held today at the family home in Canaan township. Rev. O. C. Dattheept officiated. She died about two months after illness at her Wyre home. Survived by four children Jane Waltons Canaan town ship Claudi Eby Wooster Ross Attica. Burial in Burbank cemetery.

Bmnyo Mra Kilan Hoth Eby injCanaan C. Dattheept Burbank Eby

Fourth Lyceum Number Aunt Jorushy On The Warpath

The Fredericksburg Grange sponsors a four act comedy titled Aunt Jorushy On The Warpath to be performed Friday evening February 17 in the high school auditorium. The cast features members of the Fredericksburg Grange and the play is billed as one of the best in the lyceum course drawing large crowds.

Jorushy Grange Lyceum fRkttman Fredericksburg Grange

Funeral Rites Held For Mrs Celestine Veeney

Mrs Celestine Veeney 84 widow of Eugene Veensey died Friday at her Creston home after months of illness. Surviving are her sons Peter of Wooster and Frozen of Detroit and daughter Emma Coulter of Creston. Funeral services were held Monday at 10 30 from St Ann s Catholic church Fittman with interment in the church cemetery. A L Ebert in charge of arrangements.

Celestine Veeney Eugene Veensey Creston Peter Wooster Frozen Detroit Emma Coulter St. Ann's Catholic Church Fittman Waa A. L. Ebert

Bake Sale By St. Anns Church Set For February 24

The Ladies of St. Ann's church announce a Lenten bake sale Saturday February 24 at Ruckel's Grocery. Proceeds support church activities and community outreach.

St. Ann's Church Ruckel’s Grocery

City Council seeks restraining order amid election dispute

City administration plans to ask for an injunction to block certain election activities. At Friday’s council session Mayor Snyder and appointees were named to seats. remuneration details for officials including the marshal and police arrangements were discussed amid ongoing controversy over election powers and property归.

Founders Day Meeting Of Rittman PTA Highlights Debate

The Rittman Parent-Teachers association will hold a Founders Day meeting Monday night in the high school auditorium. A featured debate on whether the United States should adopt the residential features of the British system will be staged as part of the program. A penny lunch will be provided. The event is open to the public and emphasizes community interest.

Amenting Rittman Tedders Associaion United States

Movement Afoot for Town Recreation Center

W L Dannemiller of Doylestown bagabnir club placed the proposition before city council and secured general approval. He states no meeting is planned as representatives of civic groups will promote the venture to a successful conclusion.

W. L. Dannemiller Doylestown Sbagabnir Club Dannemiller Sion

Also Mentioned on This Page

Scarlet Mrs. C. Musser B.:&woil CO. Compiste” Auto Service PTA Wayne Co BOY Scout News Scribe Myron Davia E. G. Newberry Ohio Salt,company Ferdinand Schreiber Aes Rittman Scouts Manatec ANNIE _ ROOD Sharon U.b.church Chatham High Indiana Young Wo.Gamer Three Bitiman Canton St. Johns St’ Johns Dalton West Salon Doyiestown Kean Elizabeth Lyceum Seale Chas Snyder Wort James Geleohauao Charles Na Hu Homat Porrotto Cowunell Tamwvary Mantis Strang St. Clavaland Tamecra Otho Daan Tor Attornay Avia John Ilifield Alroet Wayne Kurtz Berys George Moran Alsenna Balary Broolmilier Nervices Almont James Culehouse Rollestor Welmer Powar Light Company Ohare
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