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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1968
Page
2
A reader laments the anti fluoridation case as unfounded and hearsay arguing that nationwide fluoridation proves safe. The letter cites extensive research and supportive organizations while noting fears of Communist influence and calls for concrete documented harms.
A letter applauds the city for promoting Alys Gunnels from part-time to full-time patrolman. The writer, a former city employee, says the hire was overdue and will benefit Rittman residents.
Wayne County Auditor's office reports permits for several towns including Ridgely and Rittman. Projects cover houses, garages, and additions with values ranging from under 10 000 to 30 000 dollars. Notable entries include duplexes, remodeling, and new garages in Chippewa Doylestown Milton and Wooster.
Graduates announced for the spring quarter include James Harry Ditch of 474 West Sunset and Virgil Pittman Jr. of Rittman with BBA degrees. Harmie Vanhouse of 142 South Metzger Avenue also earned a BBA, while John Marshall Rhoads of 194 South Main Creston received a BA. Sterling’s denial Lee Wirth of Route 1 completed a BBA.
A mammoth parade opens Doylestown Homecoming on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Marching units fire trucks floats and antique cars compete for trophies. A parachute drop queen crowning and final Chevrolet Impala prize headline the week long events. Smiling Fack Morrell tops the midway at Old Country Store with games and attractions.
The Rittman council debates private water taps stalling growth, rejects a third reading on expansion limits, and considers fluoridation after a Delta Club delegation backs it. A one year fire-fighting contract with Milton Township gains approval, with Rittman to be paid 1500 dollars for township fires.
The article profiles Charles Houseworth of Rittman Ohio as a Marine recruit from the town who has been named in a mass mailing of Marines abroad. It lists other locations and names of service members, notes his high school background and enlistment in 1966 at age 17, and includes an editor's note wishing them luck and blessings.
Services were Saturday at Creston Nazarene Church for Harry P Dollar 58 of Seville father of Clifford Dollar of Sterling He died Wednesday at his home after a long illness Burial was in Mound Hill Cemetery
All boys ages 9 through 13 are reminded of pee wee football sign-up on Saturday August 3 at 12:30 p.m. on the West Hill School practice field. Football practice will begin Monday August 19.
The H Club at Kiddle Kids convened with Anne Fankhau presiding Linda Nolt reported on clues and read the minutes Members read the first chapter and answered questions Anne adjourned the meeting A rhythm game followed with refreshments of whoopie pies and Kool Aid Scribe Sandy Nieman
Pac MOR campers plan a campout at Osage Park on July 26 27 and 28 with Mr and Mrs Roy Lutz in charge and guests welcome.
Circles met in the church for a short business session followed by refreshments. Hostesses included Miss Lois Zarich and Mrs. Peter Zarich. KYW Circle was hosted by Mrs. Florence Ady. Mrs. Richard Winkler led the program on Communicators for Christ with readings by several members.
A historical note credits a maxim about speaking ill of the absent fort to George Washington, reflecting early American military prudence in leadership guidance.
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