Burns Death Result of Kerosene Fire in Easton
Silas Zuercher fourteen, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Zuercher of Easton, died after a kerosene explosion while trying to light a stove Tuesday afternoon. His father suffered serious arm injuries while attempting to aid the burning youth. Funeral services were held at Easton homes with Rev Halderman officiating. Burial in Swagler Cemetery. A L Ebert in charge of arrangements. Fred Zuercher works as a pipefitter at the Ohio Boxboard company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silas Zuercher
Fred Zuercher
Easton
Wadsworth
Ile
Halderman
Faston United Brethren Church
Swagler
Ohio Boxboard Company
Civil Service Exams Announced by United States Commission
The U S Civil Service Commission announces open competitive examinations for multiple economist positions and related roles across Agriculture Labor and Interior departments. Salaries range from 1 680 to 5 000 plus yearly deductions for economy and retirement. full details available from the Secretary of the Civil Service at Washington or post offices and customhouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Civil Service Commission N
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Bureau of Agricultural Economies
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Agriccultural Economics
Indian Field Service
Department of the Interior
Iowa
Maryland
Vermont
Virginia
District of Columbia
Washington
Secretary of the
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
United States Civil Service Commission
D.C
Tarzan and Its Mate Leads Pastime Theatre Schedule
Sunny Ross headline on air and screen debut with Charlie Rugeles and Mary Noland star alongside Maureen O Sullivan. Melodic spy romance Mélodi in Spring features a love story with songs and jokes. King of the Arena shows Ken Maynard in dual Showbiz style with a traveling circus and fast riding plot. Also notes on grass drought impact with shallow roots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Weissmuller
Maureen O'Sullivan
Sunny Ross
Siver
Charlie Ruxgeles
Mary Noland
Ann Sothernan
Rogs
Charity Augsles
Mary Boland
Ken Maynard
Texas
Dnd
Mexico
Wrestler Jimmie Chi Nos In Impromptu Brawl Incident
Last week Jimmie Chi Nos of the J Ro Ede circuit was involved when Butch Castor pulled on his tent ropes during an uninvited crowd scene. Castor, escorted by Marshal Morgan, pleaded guilty in Mayor Snyder's court. charges were dropped after Chi Nos requested only peaceful pursuit of his art and business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmie Chinos
Butch” Castor
Jimmie
Butch
Tris
Snyder
Marshal Morgan
Jimmy
Cand
May 1934 marriage licenses granted to eighteen couples
Court records show eighteen couples were licensed to wed in May 1934, up from sixteen the prior year. Attaches estimate that June licenses will total about 38, with a potential year total near fifty couples.
Mrs Myrtle Jeffreys Seeks Divorce in Common Pleas Court
Myrtle Jeffreys of Doyles town files for divorce from Frank Jeffreys citing extreme cruelty. Married December 4, 1927 with two children. she seeks custody and is represented by Attorney A Ti Etling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Jeffreys
Doylestown
Frank Jeffreys
A. Ti. Etling
Rittman Realty Sale From Rittman Lot
Rittman Realty Co transfers a parcel in Rittman to H THE Morgan for a noted lot sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittman Realty Co
H the Morgan
Rittman Lot
Estate appraisals and heirs in Gibler and Whit cases
The Gibler estate at Rittman is valued at 3600 dollars and passes to daughters Lulu Hamilton and Mary Rittman Gibler in Ohio. William J Whit of Doylestown leaves an estate valued at 14230 dollars with Etta Zimmerman as executrix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tate Orlando B. Gibler
Rittman
Lulu Hamilton
Mary R. Giibler
Tithnan
Willian J Whit
Doylestown
Etta Zimmerman
Levan Released on Bond Ahead of Grand Jury Probe
Irvin Levan was freed on a $300 bond to ensure his appearance at the Grand Jury investigation. He was arrested after reportedly becoming intoxicated and driving a number of men from a coal mine near Doylestown. He faces charges of pointing firedrors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irvin Levan
Levan
Doylestown
New Car Registrations Compare Monthly Totals
New car registrations reached 142 in Max month while 82 were sold in May 1933. The 142 total is slightly below April 1934 figures.
Record Crowd Sees Flag Presentation at Memorial Day Program
A large Memorial Day observance sponsored by the American Legion drew the most attendees yet at Rittman cemetery. Over 109 cars filled the grounds, with parking available on designated lots. Daughters of Tijon Vegar mas presented a cemetery flag, a right arm unit service flag, during the program. Judge Webber delivered the address, and Mrs. E Youne of Wooster led the presentation service. The Cemetery Board thanked the D.A.W.V. for gifting the flag to the cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
American Legion
Rittman Cemetery
Jatmaure
Daughtersy of
Tijon
Young Men's Class Outing at Shaw's Park
The Sterling A. B church Young Men's class held a social evening at Shaw's Park west of Jackson. The group spent time in ball games and swimming. Home made ice cream and cake were served to 19 attendees. Rev. L. N. Caramony and Sunday School Supt P. Lindetamp helped teacher C M Jennings entertain the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling A. B
Shaw's Park
West
Jackson
L. N. Caramony
P. Lindetamp
C.m.jennings
Scout Overnight Hike Canceled This Weekend
A notice announces there will be no Scout overnight hike this weekend. No further details are provided about rescheduling or reasons for cancellation.
Savings on Subscriptions Offer Amid Justice Campaign
A promotional note from The Rittmah Press advertises a reduced subscription price from $1.50 to $1.60, promising savings of 50 cents per customer. It mentions Mr Justice touring districts to solicit new subscribers and renewals, aiming for courteous two minute calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittmah Press
Serens
Farmers' Dairy Products plans shareholding meeting
Farmers Dairy Products board calls a June 8 meeting at Branigan's Hall at 2 pm to promote capital stock. The cooperative serves 300 farmers in the region, operates a cheese factory south of Rittman on Route 94, and will offer free ice cream at the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Dairy Products Company
Feriday
Branigan
Vacation Church School Attendance Grows
Eighty six pupils are enrolled in Vacation Church School which opened on the Primary building Monday. New pupils join daily as VCS pins are distributed. A Friday morning chapel service will be held at the United Brethren church at 10 15 with Rev J McGee delivering the sermon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vacation Church School
United Brethren Church
J McGee
Pangls
Returns From Month's West Coast Visit
Dr. C. C. Gregg returned from a month long vacation in Southern California. He visited his daughters Delores and SWaldine at San Fernando and delivered a new Plymouth to Delores who had bought it through a California agency. The trip included stays at Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach with Rotary meetings attended in San Fernando.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Gregg
California
San Fernando
Delores
Swaldine
Rittman
Nermosa Beach
West Conal Resort
United Cigar Softballers Defeat Wads 2-1 in Eight Innings
The United Cigar softball team edged the Wadsworth Merchants 2-1 in eight innings at Rittman Athletic field on Tuesday afternoon in a game scheduled for seven. In the preliminary, Union of Ohio Boxboard defeated Orrville’s Negro team 7-3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Cigar
Wadsworth Merchants
Rittman Athletic Field
Union
Ohio
Company
Orr ®Ville
Rotarians Choose Delegates for Detroit Convention
The Rittman Rotary club selects JJ TH.Hiers as delegate and W. A. Garver as alternate to attend the 25th Rotary International convention in Detroit starting Sunday, June 24. The entertainment committee plans a program inspired by the automobile industry featuring noted Detroit personalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittman Rotary Club
JJ Th.hiers
W. A. Garver
Rotary Iternational
Detroit
Automobile Infustry
Detroit Orldgamans
Gardens Meeting At Sterling Draws Large Crowd
About 150 members and guests attended the Milton Garden Club gathering Monday evening in Sterling. Donald Gray spoke on Wayne County and Orrville GArden clubs with strong representation. An invitation was extended for a joint meeting June 26 at the three clubs. The club voted to sponsor a World’s Fair talkie pictured by the Erie Railroad at the school auditorium on June 21. A July picnic is planned for Wooster City Park on July 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton Garden Club
Donald Gray
wAkron Times-Preas
Nat Ractive
Wayne
County
Orrville Garger
Wall Representedville Club
Erie R. R
Wadsworth Rotary Hosts Visitors At Luncheon
Hiers Dr Gregg and Hickin attended a Wadsworth Rotary luncheon Tuesday as guests. Mrs Young plans a Friday morning trip to New York, with address at 124 Derby Street Valley Stream Long Island New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wadsworth Club
H. FE. Hiers
C.C. Gregg
I. R. Hickin
Wadsworth Rotary Club
J. C. Young
New York
Derby Street
Valley Stream
Long Island, N. Y
Mrs Clippinger Celebrates 80th Birthday in Ohio Home
A large gathering honors Mrs. Barbara Clippinger for her eighty years with a day at her home on North Street. Niece brings flowers, a cemetery visit follows, and neighbors arrive with tables, food, and gifts. Cards and letters arrive by mail as evening ends, leaving memories of a joyful birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Clippinger
Nain Street
Rittman
Clippinger
Jeeman
Mes Chaninger
Dence
Monopolizsadt
Ponti
de RY Baird
Thaxe
Cleveland
Akron
Londonvilla
Wooster
Chipneta Lake
Creston
Wadsworth
Hastings
Two Sterling Residents Overcome After Illness
Mrs Davey Hager suffered a sunstroke while hanging in the wind Monday morning and Varrs nax, operator, was overcome in a related incident. Mr Karey can return to work Tuesday morning and Mrs Jacker's condition is satisfactory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davey Hager
Karey
Jacker
Children's Day Observed At Sterling U B Church
The Sterling United Brethren Church held a Children s Day program with Mrs Ethel Johnson and Mrs W C Hushobr on the program committee. Esther Scheetz directed decorations featuring a rose arbor and garden. Esther Scheetz led the decorations and Up Stream Sunday presented the chorus numbers with vocal performances by Berika Calame Beulah Hilckman Clara Ginery Claudia Calame Jay Rich Elgin Steele Grace Lymton Donna Hickman and the Hickman siblings. Recitations and exercises finished the program. The piece notes progress from few credit unions a decade ago to now about 2300.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Brethren
Swith
Ethel Johnson
W. C. Hushobr
Esther “Scheetz
Elaay
Berika Calame
Beulah Hilckman
Clara Ginery
Claudia Calame
Jay Rich
Elgin Steele
Grace Lmyton
Donna Hickman
Ronald
Darrene Hickman
Wreck Wounds Orn Kollert Forcing Amputation After Collision
In a Sunday night auto crash left arm damage forces amputation six inches below the shoulder. The accident on a one way street blind dust caused the driver HL Thomas of Akron to lose control. Kollert's wife son and brother in law were with him. Kollert suffered a broken collar bone while others were only slightly injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orn Kollert
Stertius
Taio Ste
Thomas
Akron
Alte
Rothautes
Kollert
Wether Kollert
Brethren Church Wedding of Dortha Frank and Paul Dowdy
Dortha Frank and Paul Dowdy were married in the Brethren Church with pastor Reve B. Nolawanger officiating. The ceremony featured a Wedding March by Mrs. Russell Ruble and a procession up the aisle. the couple left for a short wedding trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dortha Frank
Paul Dowdy
Brethren Church
Bo Nolawanger
Aurmon
Russell Ruble
Couflea
Ferns
Dowdy
B. C
Frank
Rittman Hha
Ashland Normal
Rittman
Ada
Mia A Dowdy
Roanoke
Ashland Seminary
Garver Printing Co
Ashton
Woodrow Harpster Elected President at Brethren Endeavor Meet
Woodrow Harpster was elected president of the United Brethren Christian Endeavor during Thursday’s monthly business meeting. Officers include Torcow as vice president Delores Dickerson re elected secretary Charles Stoolwiller treasurer Lavine Warpster is listed as pianist. Delegates Hazel Martin Maurice Sloppon will attend the GBE convention in Canton with plans for an oratorical contest. Miss Stosgmary McGee will represent the Akston District in the conference contest. Thirteen from the Rittman CBE attended the rally and contests at Shadyside Akron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torcow [Tershoy
Delores Dickerson
Secratary
Charles Stoolwiller
Lavine Warpster
Stosgmary McGee
Akston
Rittman C
Shadf
Akron UY
Roagmary McGee
Observance of Children’s Day at Presbyterian Church
Children’s Day at the Presbyterian Church highlights a joy filled Sunday School observance. The event features two parts of the program and a fundraising effort to aid children across America. Parents may participate by bringing children for handwork and participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Syonfrhube
Amerie
Am‘prion
Avery
Patoyus
Leaves on vacation at Rittman Dairy owner called away
Joe Wald proprietor of the Rittman Dairy leaves for a 12 day vacation in Detroit and vicinity with his family. Raymond De Lisle is in charge during Wald's absence. A free circular from the Agricultural Adjustment Administration explains passes and uses of contracted acres on farms under contract and outlines methods for handling cotton and wheat production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe"Wald
Rittman Dairy
Jeff
Detroit
Mich
Raymond _De Lisle jv
Nyring
Mr. Wald
Pas
The
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Panty Agricultural Agents
Proposals Sought for Main Street Widening Project
Highway director invites bids from contractors for Main Street widening and improvement. Proposals will be received until June 22. See Notice to Contractors in page for complete details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meried Stata
Pice Aight
Health Officers Plan Conference at Wayne County High School
Health authorities schedule a conference at the Wayne County High School auditorium on Wednesday to review preschool arrangements for children entering first grade this fall. The event runs 1 to 2 30 pm with a health check and appointment process for families. Four county physicians including Drs Ganton and Dew will attend. Dr Dew substitutes for Dr Johnston who is on leave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne Famity
Apditorium
Wedneaday
Shihet
TMI Sat
Onarver
Ehld
Wwirsexe
Ganton
Dew
Tn’ Atrondanve
Ohton
Tounty Health
Hla
Rollicking Truck Driver Upsets Flags and Paint
A truck driver caused a commotion by driving recklessly and hitting a parked vehicle on West Ohio Avenue. The incident damaged a freshly painted curb line and knocked over a paint can, drawing attention from bystanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trea
Ohio Avenue
Baker Files Candidacy for County Commissioner
E C Baker of near Burbank announces candidacy for Wayne County commissioner. He cites 5 years of ditch work and road grading experience. Endorsed by Medina county commissioners, Baker notes past land donation for a public highway and pledges to support fish and game preservation. He previously served in the 12th Infantry, 2nd Regiment Ohio National Guard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. C. Baker
Burbank
Sera Tominatini
12Ni
Rittman
Baker
Former Sterling Teacher Pursues Master’s Degree
A. J. Baumgartner, former principal of the focal schools, will complete work for his master’s degree this summer. He has been connected with Bargesville schools and Sterling, serving as principal while signaling a transition to further study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling
A. J. Baumgartner
Focal Schools
Baumgartner
Bargesville
Wiver
Haa
Tareey
William G Pickrel to Address Audience on Hire
William G Pickrel will address an audience regarding a hire matter. The event is set for Friday the 16th with Mr Schol covering the state and a list of topics including tuition and related addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William G, Pickrel
Schol
Jane
Petrick Sagir-Nuptials Meet in Wadsworth Saturday
Miss Mary Sagir of wilagsfarth and Glouly Petrick of Doyléatown were united in marriage Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Wadsworth. Rev Anthony officiated. The couple reside on 23rd Street in Barber's Township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Sagir
Wilagsfarth
Glouly -Petrick
Doyléatown
Eart
Wadsworth
Anthony
23Rd Street
Barber'tor
Ohio State study notes rural upturn and farm incomes
State survey by Ohio State University economists indicates improved farm business across all quarters, with some records showing a four percent income gain on farm investments. Professors Warren and Pearson of Cornell University caution that price declines in gold terms have paused but no turn has occurred in the current fifth year of the low mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Rural Economics
Ohio State University
George“ Warren
A.” Pearson
Cornell University
Ohio Boxboard and Light Company Sign Contracts
Contracts signed between Ohio Boxboard and the power company to supply electrical energy through the station. Construction to begin immediately with modern transmission and distribution facilities. The company expects increased energy usage with a two year contract term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio-Boxboard, Light Company
Obla_Haxtornt
Anl
Renerve ‘Power ‘and Light Company
Tate Tantory
Vaepadala
At. Wittmap
Selected to Play in Bach Festival
Harry Fry, son of Mr and Mrs Ora Fry, has been chosen to play his violin in the Bach Festival at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music. Two concerts are planned on the festival days. Fry was one of two Frenchmen chosen to perform last year and has been appointed as historian tin of the Phi Psi Philharmonic. He attended the recent Danquat at Chubtington given by the Baldwin Wallace Copper Team, of which he is a member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Fry
Mex
Ora Fry
Baldwin: Wallace Conservatory
Munte
Phi PY
Antortiaine
Taldwin-Willace Coaper
Prizes Drawn in Weekly Board of Trade Lottery
Unclear text records a weekly Board of Trade drawing with unclaimed prizes. Names or initials such as Ruth, Beth, and Fackler appear among participants. Several prize figures and numbers are listed, but most of the readable details pertain to draws without winners or claimants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Origen
Board of Trade
Thmeler
Prine
Ruth
Sfabay
Eneh Ta Mashe Sobaski
Serine Ned Qilbert
Yowuri Beth
A. C.fackler
Halliwell-Bradbeck Marriage Announced
Ruth Halliwell-Bradbeck is engaged to Donald Bradbeck. The ceremony was held in Annola Indiana on August 26 1933. After the wedding the couple will reside at the Dickerson house on West Second Street. Mrs Bradbeck is a graduate of Abe High School and has worked at the Alita Boxhottd Company. Mr Bradbeck is the son of Mr and Mrs Abel Bradbeck and has been employed at the Obla Bax hoard company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jarry
Halliwell
Bierling
Ruth
Donald Bradbeck
Annola
Indiana
Ling Juat
Bean
Dickerson
Wreat Second Street
Mra
Hrodbeck
Abe
Otrata
Alita Boxhottd
Electrician Burned At Plant During Wednesday Shift
An electrician at the Boxboard company sustained burns on his left arm while on duty Wednesday morning. He is receiving treatment from the company physician Dr. Bred Siy der.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willlim Turke
Shellon Avon Oy
Shrtons
Eloise Schar Among Ohio U Graduates With Honors
Eloise Schar graduates from Ohio University with highest honors. She earns a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Arts in Supervision. Daughter of Mr and Mrs Ey Schar formerly of Rittman, she completed her studies last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mins Elajee - Behar
Ohio University
Ighest
Ey.Schar
Rittman, 7
Births and Food Inspection Notes From Local Page
Birth announcements record Mr and Mrs Verne Gebhart Baumann welcoming Willard Verne on June 3 at Wailsworth hospital and Mr and Mrs Russell Raff with Norma Jean. Also mention of Mr and Mrs Baker in Elliott Street. A note states sixteen and seven tenths percent of meat offered for human food lacks federal inspection with limits on interstate trade establishments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verne Gebhart- Baumann
Willard Verne
Also Mentioned on This Page
Commission
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Department-of-tabbor
Bors
Department of the Interdor
Pastime Theatre News
B. & W. Oilco
Fite Estate Appraisement
Shaw’s Park
J. B. Aickin
Dairy Plant
Merchants
Avenger
Sterling U. B
Sterling Road
Dortha Frank Wesames
Woodrow Harpster
Woodrow Harpatér
Waa
United Brethren Christian Endeavor
Ofehg
Rittman Streate
Elye
E. C. Baker
Petrick-Sagir
Halliwell-Bradbeck
Arti
Eloise
Schar
Ohio U
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