24 Jul 1924
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1924
Page
1
Local committees plan a full day at Lake with sports including diamond, horseshoe pitching, netball, and a dancing pavilion. Proceeds fund Hiteman Park improvements after last week’s storm. a special train from nearby towns facilitates attendance. Mileya Perret and Paul Palmer wed in Wooster on Saturday with family ties noted.
Attorney and Mrs Roy Kne strom came back to Rittman Sunday evening after three weeks away. They spent two weeks fishing in Canada and the rest visiting relatives in Pennsylvania. The attorney did not inform us of Wheater Hte-ndersignd that they did set vent for fish.
A community drive on Friday and Saturday raised 242 dollars for Lorain relief. The Rittman Savings Bank served as custodian and forwarded the funds to the proper authorities for distribution to those in need.
The notice announces the Bittman Chautauqua season running from August 25 to 20 with Redpath Chautauqua and Monday Mayusto events. It promises entertainment and illustrated stories in upcoming issues and confirms the year’s advertising schedule.
Over the past week most residents noted the busy Fordson tractors reshaping the school grounds. Initial grading of the front lawn sparked optimism, but the project accelerated only after landscape work began between the two school buildings.
Rev H E Stout officiated at the marriage of Theodore Norton and Leona Laylander in Wooster. The groom known as Ted, former Rittman resident, baseball team member, hails from Burbank by his parents. The bride, daughter of Mr Joe Ray, has lived in Rittman for two years. Friends extend best wishes for a long, prosperous life together.
Senator LaFollette of Wisconsin announces his running mate for the progressive third party ticket. Senator Wheeler of Montana, a progressive, was elected two years ago by the “isuacrats” and now leads the party alongside a Republican and a Democrat noted for active Senate roles.
On Friday evening July 18 the city clerk would receive written objections to the Main Street paving extension and the Sterling area paving project. No objections were filed, indicating wide support to proceed with the contracts and letting.
Mr Marton Murphy left for Mt Vernon sanatorium Wednesday for treatment of a slight lung inflia tion. The milder case is admitted as incipient and recoverable, and the public is informed this development is not beyond recovery.
John Russell Jr. is the newborn son of Mr and Mrs John Wenger of Avon born on First street last Thursday. The family notes a butcher and school teacher in the family line as he follows in his parents’ footsteps.
The council met in regular session with all members, the mayor, clerk, and solicitor present. They read and passed the regular pay ordinance and an ordinance to proceed with the north Fifth Street sewer program, concluding the business with incidental discussions.
Roscoe Hummel purchased C Turner s interest in the Dennis Ridge barber shop making Hummel the sole owner. Turner remains briefly in the shop but due to increased business his time is limited. Virgil Stine, a well known local, will assist Hummel starting next Monday.
Mary Babich has been appointed and qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Mata Matijasevich, late of Wayne County, Ohio. Probate Judge Charles C. Jones of Wayne County signs the notice.
R F Chance offers expert fitting for ruptures using trusses belts elastic stockings and arch supports. No fit no money policy. Located 148 Howard Street Akron Ohio beside Singer Sewing Machine Co.
The Ohio State Automobile Association warns a heavy 60 day touring season will bring many first time long trips. They urge motorists to start early avoid speeding, expect inexperienced drivers, drive slowly near streets, use side streets for tire work, know traffic rules, and check brakes and signals.
More than 30 percent of Clermont county livestock producers join a cooperative marketing plan under the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Livestock Department. The aim is 40 percent inclusion in the cooperative, with similar organization to spread to Brown Hamilton Warren Franklin and Lorain counties and beyond. Mrs Horatio Ebert of St Louis is hosting a small afternoon gathering for ladies.
Several new homes are under construction in Brittyman Linden and nearby areas with existing houses nearing completion. Builders include Ferdinand Gehretver Obloave and Qartest, Hoover on Shelten-avy Farms, Wells on First at Jotn Wenger on Ghlo-wve, Chas Haker on Olte-ayve, and Fearly Boyes on Neeth Alainst. The article discusses housing growth and local mood amid migration from cities and hopes for better times.
The notice summarizes Democratic primary campaigns in Wayne County Ohio. Candidates urge voter support for Clerk of Courts and County Commissioner posts on August 12, highlighting prior service, party loyalty, and endorsements from local farmers business groups and civic organizations.
Florence Lime and Harry Mann seek the Democratic nomination for Wayne County Treasurer at the August 12 1924 primary. Letters urge support and influence for the two candidates L Lautzenheiser also appears among the names in the notice.
Chas Brown appeared before Mayor Shackleford Samily on a charge of intoxication and settled the matter with five dollars and costs accepted by the mayor as satisfactory.
Mrs Otto Boyer injured her right ankle when alighting from a machine Monday evening. She stepped on a tilted board and tore some of the ligaments, and she is walking with a crutch.
I express sincere thanks to my many friends for their kind remembrance and words of comfort and cheer on my birthday.
P F Ault enters the race for Clerk of Courts subject to the Democratic Primaries on August 12. Edwine Mills announces candidacy for Wayne County Sheriff, urging support at the Aug 12 primaries, noting Milton Township Rittman Ohio, Aug 7, 1924.
A grocery listing notes Brenneman's stock including butter packing lard with prices and item codes. The fragment lists g5e 26c and 126 as part of the catalog.
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