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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
4
The piece argues the nation is shifting from a peace to a military economy, demanding sacrifices in luxuries and spending to build defense. It cites Germany under guns not butter and notes rising defense costs, higher taxes, and potential living standard declines as Congress backs stronger military budgets.
The American Legion, through December 31 1939, funded 2 397 Scout troops and 193 packs totaling 2 590 units. Rotary followed with 1 116 troops and 94 packs, bringing the combined total to 3 900 plus. A psychologist notes modern life distracts from concentration affecting enjoyment and work.
In Our Past Mr and Mrs J E Wallanding ham and daughter Nelle returned to Rittman Tuesday night after a 10 day trip to Washington D C where they saw the King and Queen of England. The canning season is on and at the Worlds Fair the can can season. Funeral services for Teotl Mae Hiers 59 wife of Harry Hiers who died Sunday at 326 pm at the family residence 199 WN Second st were conducted Wednesday morning at the home.
This week a binding agreement makes The Rittman Press ownership pass to two Ohio newspaper men, Ernest Harrison of Wooster and Glen Oyster of Canton. The same roundup notes two English setters, owned by K. L. Gillman and EF Bodager, winning honors at Ashland’s second annual All-Breed Cox Show on Saturday.
Frank B. Burch, receiver for Wadsworth Salt Co., through attorneys Guinther and Maxton, advertises the sale of the Wadsworth Salt Co. A local youth, Paul Slim Yarman, enlists with an oil company to help lay 8 inch steel pipe in South America.
William Brenneman of Salt Street Stocer signed a contract with John Bender to enlarge the bakery building adjacent to Spade & King into a two story business block with living rooms on the second floor. Hershey and Rohrer paid three dollars per bushel for wheat.
Burglars entered the homes of W G Spade Fred Burger and Earl Dull Thursday night and took a small amount of loose change some jewelry and a pair of shoes. Harry Fortner now handles Studebaker cars while contracting with Oldsmobile. Bert Gordon takes over Boling Brothers blacksmith shop at 8 Main St Gordon a practical blacksmith aims to please customers.
June dates note Magna Charta seal in 1215 and Virginia becoming a Crown Colony in 1624. June 17 recalls the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. June 18 marks the first telephone exchange in Oregon opened at Portland in 1878.
The record notes on Wednesday June 18 the War of 1812 with England. It also highlights Thursday June 26 when the first steamboat crossed the Atlantic in 1819.
United States cash farm income for January through April 1340 rose 12 percent from the same period in 1339. Crop sales were 16 percent higher, livestock sales up 6 percent, and government payments increased slightly. Total income reached 2.615 billion dollars.
Creston's 23 seniors and three teachers traveled by Baltimore and Ohio train to Washington DC. They toured the Bureau of Printing and Engraving, White House, Capitol, Arlington Cemetery, Mt. Vernon, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian, and more, with chaperones noting a successful, exhausted journey and thanks to the senior class for the opportunity.
Bible School at 9 30 supervised by Paul Johnson. Morning worship at 10 30 on Justification. Christian Endeavor at 6 45 led by Miss Marcella Simpson. Evening service at 7 30 on The New Birth with evangelistic emphasis. Midweek services Wednesday at 7 30 for Juniors Young People and Adults led by Mrs C J McGee. Adult choir practice Wednesday 8 30 led by Mrs Paul Johnson. Young peoples choir Friday 7 00 directed by Edwin McGee.
Branigan Hall is led by Pastor Echols. Sunday School at 10 am. Young People at 7 pm. Preaching at 7 30 pm. Special music every Sunday evening at 5 30 pm. Prayer meeting each Wednesday at 7 30 pm.
St Ann's Church lists morning services at 8 and 10 am with evening services weekly. Rittman Church of Christ goodale minister offers 9 30 Bible school led by Ralph Fixler, 10 15 worship with sermon The Joy of Accomplishment, 6 45 Young People, 7 30 Children's Day program under Bible school. Missionary meeting Thursday at the home of Mr and Mrs J C Schaefer.
Rev Albert Henry leads morning worship at 9 30 with a sermon by Harold Henry son of the pastor. Sunday School at 10 30. Young People meet at 6 30. Father’s Day program at 7 30 with special invitation to fathers. Prayer meetings Wednesday at 6 30 and 7 30 p m and cottage prayer Friday night.
Sunday School at 9 30 with Harvey Amstutz superintendent. Bible classes for all ages led by capable teachers. Morning Worship at 10 30 with special song and sermon How To Deal With Temptation by Pastor Dodds. 700 Young People group, 745 Evening Worship with Marriage theme. You are invited to attend all services.
Sunday School at 9:18 with Haggai lesson urging the building of God's house. Morning worship at 10:90 features a sermon on The Art of Saying Good-Bye. Christian Endeavor at 6:40 led by Miss Kathleen Williams. Evening service at 7:30 with a violin concert by Miss Ruth Ihrig and Miss Mery Balloon at the piano. Midweek service on Wednesday June 19 at 7:30 verses from the Gospels.
Wayne County Red Cross launches a rapid fundraising appeal asking for voluntary gifts to reach an urgent $8000 quota. War chairman Guy Richard explains letters were sent to thousands to contact those missed and collect donations quickly for famine relief and medical aid.
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