12 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1930
Page
1
A satirical piece mocks Hoovers’s supporters advising him to ignore others and use his own judgment on tariffs wets and drys and farm relief. It ends by questioning who takes blame for his stunts when his plans fail.
Noah Amstutz, 68, of Sterling, was honored Friday evening as neighbors relatives and friends gathered to celebrate his birthday. Attendees included Enos Berry Ernest and Ruth Amstutz He Amstutz He J Amstutz Ruth A Amstutz and many others and a lunch of homemade ice cream cake and cookies was served.
The Auxiliary met in regular session in their rooms on Monday evening. The president reported the Poppy Sale was very satisfactory with all poppies sold. Plans were made for the annual picnic on Monday June 23 at Rittman Park. A social hour followed the meeting with games and stunts by Mrs Wheeler, Mrs Boling and Mrs Breece. Sherbet and cookies were served by the refreshment committee.
The regular meeting of the D. of A. dodge will be held in their hall on Thursday, June 19. All members are asked to attend. There will be something special, some thing new. Lunch of ice cream and cake will be served.
Marshal Mills attended the 13th annual Ohio Fire Chiefs convention. He traveled by auto to Portsmouth for a Monday night birthday session in company with A. L. Carpenter.
A prose meditation on Flag Day set for Saturday June 14, tracing the meaning of Old Glory and the American ideal of liberty. The piece contrasts the young nation with other powers, noting Betsy Ross’s flag and the enduring legacy of the Stars and Stripes in a changing world.
Indianapolis stars compete in Ohio's first AA A point championship 100 mile race at Akron Cleveland Board Speedway on Sunday June 1. Two man Indianapolis style cars eligible draw huge crowds and create excitement after the familiar 500 mile race sensation. Elimination trials begin at 10 o'clock with the main event at 3 15.
A Thursday weighing session for babies and preschool children was held 1:30 to 4 at Rittman High School under Wayne County Health Nurse supervision from Wooster. Parents attended in large numbers and received appropriate advice on child health.
Construction progresses on a two way pavement from the south end to Route 94 with No 36, including replacing three dangerous one way bridges south of town. A detour via Goetting's field serves heavy traffic as 401 cars per hour pass through Rittman. Planned summer widening of the Route 94 and 36 intersection gains state approval through the Rittman Automobile Club backing.
Becker Pastry Shop opens at 179 South Main Street in Rittman with William Becker, a veteran baker, as proprietor. He pledges best service and French pastries with wedding and birthday cake orders, assisted by his wife Mrs. Becker, who comes from Seville. The Whitehouse Lunch Room may be sold to focus on the new pastry shop.
Northeastern Ohio motorcycle riders plan a June 16 gathering in Wade worth for one of the era’s largest Gypsy Tours. The event features a basket lunch, coffee, games and prizes, with riders from Cleveland Wayne county and others meeting at the square and proceeding to a picnic ground under police escort.
The Rotary club plans its annual picnic at Camp Crag leaving Rittman Tuesday June 17 at 4 PM. A chicken dinner is served around 6 30 PM. Rev Turley a Wadsworth Rotarian will give a talk on the financial outlook and nations spiritual life.
The 23rd annual Fixler family reunion was hosted by Mr and Mrs Clad Few near Sharon Center. Ninety five attended with next gathering set for June 1931 at Warren Qhip the home of Mr and Mrs Floyd Fixler. Floyd Fixler elected president with Mrs E C Schumacher as secretary and treasurer. Rittman attendees listed among relatives and friends from Cleveland and nearby towns.
Mrs. Sarah Newcomer died Thursday morning at 150 due to heart trouble. Born April 4 1844 in Leatonla Columbiana County Ohio, she married Abraham Newcomer in 1866 and lived in Wadworth, leaving a daughter Mary and eight grandchildren. A devout Mennonite, she and her husband served 47 years as deacon and church members. funeral held at Mennonite Church with Rev A S Cond officiating.
A Wayne County Grange Rally at the M. B K church annex Wooster begins at 8 oclock with music by the Grange Orchestra. Walter Kirk Master Ohio State Grange speaks on Uli mination and Progress, C A Dyer State Legislative Agent discusses Public Affairs, and L T Tabor Master National Grange presents Dynamite. Open to the public under Wayne County Pomona Grange.
The Otterbein Guild of the United Brethren Church of Rittman met at Central Park last Tuesday evening with 27 girls present. The gathering had a picnic spirit and included a hamburger fry provided by Mrs. Kaghler's group, winners of a church contest.
BE. F. Murphy of Seville will move to Cleveland to take a dispatcher position with the Rapid Transit Co. in the Terminal building. He has served as first-trick dispatcher for the C. S. & C. R.R. for six years. His family stays until September before joining him in Cleveland.
Rittman Fire Department plans a large open air Fourth celebration with a dawn start and a grand fireworks display for over 10,000 attendees. The event features boxing matches, a heavyweight bout, stunts, games, and a mammoth fireworks show, with committee leaders Ed Milln Wm Logbauer and A L Carpenter overseeing scheduling and logistics.
The Birthday Committee of the Pythian Slaters staged a Wednesday evening kid program with vaudeville acts by Juniors. Prizes honored best costumes while Mrs J B Hickin and Mrs E G Newberry hosted the piano. Games finished the amusements and a lunch was served by Mrs Warren Hardgrove and Mrs Gua Beery.
Mr and Mrs Sue Smith and Mr and Mrs Howard Smith return home Sunday from Jacobsburg Ohio after attending the funeral of Charles Powell nephew of Mrs Lee Smith. Powell was killed when a truck driven by his father left the road and went over an embankment.
Vernon nine year old son of Walter Keating has been exonerated after being previously held responsible for burning his father's hen-house on Wednesday of last week.
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