07 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
1
A Bender and C A Pierce secure a large contract with Border & Pierce for job creation in Hattingn region. Messrs Deum Ora and Bhouglyses assisted with the scene work on Wednesday, aiming to staff local workers as production expands.
A Tri County Grange rally and basket picnic is announced for next week. Speakers include Clivyer Wilson on The Grange a National Factor, with a representative from the National Grange. Wayne, Medina, Chester, and Independence bands will perform, and all interested in agriculture are invited. program starts at 11 and 5:30.
Mrs H M Hull was taken to Wooster hospital Tuesday evening and opened Wednesday morning for surgery. The operation was considered very serious and reports at night said she stood the operation well and was resting.
Fragmentary readable text notes expenses tied to shoing Uncle Sam's boys, with garbled phrases about gear, time, and costs. The source shows disjointed OCR bits mentioning feet, wear, and a tally that hints at expenditures without clear names or dates.
Despite garbled text, the notice outlines plans for Fourth of July celebrations with parades, church gatherings, and community events. Mentions local venues, volunteers, and a coordinated schedule to mark Independence Day.
A fragmented report notes Children’s Day events at the university and church venues. It mentions activities for youth, student groups, and community volunteers organizing galas, meals, and performances to celebrate young visitors.
Fragmented, drifted lines praise potatoes and memory. The speaker recalls language, hunger, and distant meals, weaving nostalgia with stubborn hunger. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, yet the core theme centers on sustenance and search for nourishment.
The article discusses Liberty Loan uses in wartime, noting government funding needs, citizen obligations, and public support. It mentions the Navy, the Treasury, and tax considerations, urging citizens to invest and support bond issues for national defense and postwar recovery.
Transfer notices from Orrville detail transactions including William Orr and wife to Peter Pe, Brannen to Thomas Pinaser, and conveyances affecting properties in Orrville and Fourview. The records reference sums such as 40 pounds and other estate transfers, with multiple parties and properties listed.
The article previews a local performance at Rittman Opera Tewe Sanday with principal roles by George Stone, yornévalene, Froncis Car penter and Ninon Foviert. Mass Talmadge leads a noted vendorful appeal as pane arts cho dret and practipal among them.
George Wo Palmner, president of the Wayne County auto club, notes changes take effect soon. Key differences set speed limits from 20 to 25 mph in rural districts unless posted, headlights required when passing another vehicle, and a minimum 260 feet front and rear clearance. Thieves face at least one year in penitentiary.
Mr Bechtel announces the Bechtel Concert Band will give an open air concert next Sunday at 2 30 P M Eastern time in City Park weather permitting.
Mil members attended the central council meeting on Monday night. The session focused on financing the sewer system and water works. City Supervisor Orr was directed to draft ordinances for maintaining both plants, and the council adjourned after approving the pay ordinance.
An article reflects on the farmer’s pivotal wartime role and the shift from food production to supporting government bond drives. It notes farmers’ importance to national morale, weather, and supply, and describes bonds as a safe investment to aid wartime financing. It mentions President Wilson and proclaims farmers as key in the war effort.
Patriotic bankers and brokers urge purchases of United States Liberty Bonds. The article stresses that lack of money should not hinder support for the government war effort and promotes easy terms via banks or brokers.
A fragmented wartime style notice urges readers to purchase United States Liberty Band buttons to show patriotism. It asserts the wearer supports liberty and urges buying the button to display loyalty to the country and leaders. The piece cites thoughts of historical figures and promotes early political consumer action.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference murder trials and associated fees, mentioning witnesses and defendants. The garbled text lists monetary amounts and names in a scattered, unclear sequence, indicating legal proceedings and costs without a coherent narrative.
Lost OCR text creates a fragmented item about a person named Landis. Readable bits imply a legal or criminal court context and detention, with mention of a token place or facility. No clear date, location, or outcome is identifiable from the readable fragment.
A team vehicle struck a child but the boy escaped unharmed. Local witnesses describe the incident as non-fatal with no serious injuries reported. Police opened a standard incident inquiry and advised care for the boy, who received minor checks on scene.
A Doylestown woman files for divorce, citing strained marriage and troubling events. The report notes disputes and claims of mistreatment, with local authorities investigating alleged threats and security concerns at a family residence.
Charles F Ueffelman and Elster Burger both of Doylestown. Charles F Fitner and Carrie Chrometer both of Wooster. William Berk and Clara C Worst both of Wooster. Ky E Leach and Sarah K Musser both of Orrville. Floyd D Shaffer of Lakeville and Clara C Spran.
A long OCR list records boys from Rittman for a conscription age registration. The fragment names numerous individuals, with scattered surnames and various local figures mentioned amid the jumbled text.
The text presents a garbled stream of phrases with scattered names and fragments. It resembles a loose, probabilistic patchwork of ideas rather than a coherent news item, featuring odd spellings, partial words, and intermittent references that resist clear interpretation.
Notices and cards of thanks appear in many papers describing gratitude and acknowledgments for support after events such as deaths or illnesses. The text notes that no charge is made for such print notices and emphasizes the practice across publications.
Mae Therber and Hobber show noticeable enhancement in appearance after a recent event. Photographs reveal a more polished look, with attendees praising the subtle improvements and suggesting continued care for future appearances.
A local church expresses gratitude to superintendents teachers and parishioners who assisted in church events and forther entertainment efforts, recognizing their aid and support for ongoing activities.
A garbled notice lists deposits, prices, and names connected to a public hearing or tax/board action. It states the clerk and town election board in Wooster will receive registrations and that about three quarters of registrants attended or were fitted for service. The document references numerous individuals and requests verification by a Wednesday deadline.
In Washington on June 6 American men who responded to registration will not know for weeks if they are drawn. Those who claim exemptions must present evidence to local boards for judgment. Physical tests for those deemed serviceable will take time, but the roster should be ready for active duty before September.
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