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The Rittman Press

Location

Rittman, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1934

Page

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Military Rites for James Ditch Held in Burbank

A military funeral sponsored by the Rittman Post of the American Legion was held for James Ditch, a World War I veteran, who died Monday morning after years with a nervous disorder tied to army inoculations. Services were at 2 pm with Rev. S. Hendrickson, burial at Maple Mound Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, four children, his parents Mr and Mrs John Ditch, a sister, and three brothers.

Rittman’ Post of the American “Legion James Ditch Eerey Rev.s. Hendrickson Maple Mound Cemetery Chess ‘Ton James Duull South Main—Street Wayne-Garver- Verne Gebhart W W Badager N. H. Straits Wayne Garver J. Wesley Masters Thomas McCaw Gempay Te Analance Company No. 6 Eileen Harry Marcene Gene John Ditch Burbank Dorothy Reed Harrison Sherman Burbank Charles

Lambert Brothers Featured in Kerimore Church Program

The Lambert Brothers were highlighted as featured artists at the Kerimore Nazarene church program. They appeared first in Sunday School, then performed from 1:30 to 2:00 PM at WIW Akron, before returning to the church for the evening program. Rev Dye, in charge, welcomes letters. They are scheduled for Gospel Mission Church services in Akron Tuesday night and are planned to be featured next Sunday afternoon at WIW from 1:30 to 2:00.

Lambert Brothers Keumore Nazarene WIW Akron Avia Theo Dye Gospel Mission Church

R V Fredrick Displays Eight New Ford Trucks

Residents of Rittman and vicinity inspected eight new Ford trucks brought from Cleveland by R V Fredrick dealer. The display included a 3 4 ton pickup, two light panel delivery trucks and several stake body trucks and chassis eight units total. Trucks were being sprayed by ten Ford dealers from nearby towns.

Rittman Cleveland R. V. Fredrick Ford Xorrville Marshallville Shreve Millersburg Fredrick

St. Ann’s Church Members Oppose Salacidus Films

St. Ann's Church members join a Catholic campaign against salacious motion pictures. Members pledge to support a League of Decency formed to oppose unwholesome elements in present day motion picture programs.

St. Ann's Church

Ashland dog straw prizes at Brookside Park event

Three Rittman dogs earned top prizes at the Brookside Park dog straw show in Ashland on June 9, run by the Ashland Kennel Club. "Silver Cloud" an English Setter owned by K. L. Gillman. Erna Ernest Rodager took a first in her class. An 11 month old dog won first in her class. "Malhawka Bilueboy" English earned a prize. Wayne Young claimed first in his class with "Killbuck Betty" an English dog owned by R. CG Campbell.

Rittman Brookside Park Ashland Ashland Kennel Club K. L. Gillman Ernest Rodager Asie E Bps Wayne Young Agbland Killbuck Betty R. CG Campbell

School Night Program Planned At Altman High School

Annual School Night of the Altman High School Alumni association set for Friday June 15 with reservations at four dollars and an expected attendance of at least 150. The program features a Fellows Orchestra business session, reports, nominating committee, election of officers, and various musical numbers led by Stephin Dostal Mary Katherine Ve Corry and Woodrow Marpster.

Altman High School Alumni Association Fdaclocks Auld Lang Syne Stephin Dostal Mary Katherine Ve Corry Characterization Panker Geiser

Court Briefs: Sigler Estate Appoints Wooster Woman

Gladyy Sigler of Wooster named administratrix by Judge Saunders for the estate of Addie E. Sigler of Plain Township. Heirs are eight adult children. estate value about 4200 dollars. Creston estate bequeaths all property to friend Sarah McKennon who cared for deceased. Will dated May 17, 1934, executor H. A. Stebbing. witnesses Ruth N. Stebbing and Price Russell.

Creston Estate Patrick Allen Creyton Sarah McKennon If. A. Stebbing Ruth N. Stebbing Price Russell

Barns Appointed Estate Administrator in Burbank Case

Thomas H. Barns named administrator of Ellen Double's estate, a Burbank resident. Heirs include Myrtle A. Barns and Dwight J. Double of Creston. Estate valued at $5,000. appraisers are Silas White C Orr and Ben Haskins. Also notes a disorderly conduct fine of 100 dollars plus costs for an assault and battery at a disturbance near Doylestown, plus list of marriage licenses including Stanley D. Lupp and Dorothy E. Yoder among others.

Burbank Thomas H. Barns Ellen Double Myrtle A. Barns Dwight J. Double Creston Silas White M Orr Ben Haskins Topdhings Doyseatown Nis

Real Estate Transfers In Doylestown Area

Russell and William Smith to R E Thomas transfer a Doylestown lot. Etta Zimmerman and others to Bishop Schrembs transfer another Doylestown lot. Ralph E Gornell to Isabel Armstrong lands in Canaan township. George D Pate to Raymond A Walston two acres in Chinnewa township. Charles F Overs to Belva Chamberlain eighty seven acres in Canaan township.

Russell William Smith R. E. Thomas Doylestown Etta Zimmerman Bishop Schrembs Ralph E. Gornell Isabel Armstrong Canaan Township George D. Pate Raymond A. Walston Aeree Chinnewa Charles F. Overs Belva Chamberlain

Pastime Theatre Denies Closing Rumor

The Pastime Theatre management says the report of impending closure is incorrect. A policy change is being considered and will be announced in this paper next week.

Pastime Theatre

Jail Flooded Damaged By Unwilling Prisoner

Cletus Goffinet appeared in Mayor Snyider's court on Monday afternoon pleading guilty to boisterous conduct and destruction of jail property after starting a flood at the town jail. He faced a fine of 35 and costs totaling 20.50.

Cletus Goffinet Morgan Cletus Ether Premmirskads Pos Wal Snyidet Qletis Fle

Catherine Hagedorn and Russell Bender wed at Rosky River

Catherine Hagedorn and Russell Bender were married by the Rev William Lehterbaum on a four dock wedding Saturday in Cleveland. The couple, she a 1930 Michigan graduate and teacher, he the son of Mr and Mrs JOA Bender, will live at 7604 Sagamore Ave Cleveland after a wedding trip.

Stere DH Hagedorn Cleveland Russelbhe Bender Joa Bendey Lehterbaum Ingaw Clarence Uren Tsar Rosten Prebble Mes Frank Curtiss Misa Hagedorn Adrian Jackson Kathryn Bender Lohenerin Jackson Elsie Prousehtd Margaret Rehrig Arthur Reuter Dolores Lang Don McFarland Margaret Ernsberger Providence R. I J. A. Bender Rittman University of Michigan Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority University of Brush Wish School S Euclid Ohio Ohina State University Associated Christies Sagamore Ave

Sermon Themes at Presbyterian Church Sunday

Sunday morning service in the Presbyterian church features the theme The Lord Annou d Seventy. Evening sermon series under the general topic What are the Duties of Church members continues with Does Your Life Speak for the Church. Next Sunday asks Has Anyone Become-or Member of the Church Because-of You. Everyone is invited to seek relief through faith amid world challenges.

Presbyterian Church Annoud Mary

Painter Henry Shepler Injured Falling From Scaffold

Henry Shepler a painter for S D Parsons fell from a scaffold Tuesday while working on A H Thomas house on Sheldon Avenue. He broke two ribs and sustained a head gash.

Henry Shepler S. D. Parsons A. H. Thomas Sheldon Avenue

Bake sale at St. Ann's church Saturday June 16

The ladies of St Ann's church plan a bake sale in the former New Deal Restaurant room on Saturday June 16. Proceeds support church activities.

St. Ann’s Church New Deal

Mary Pavlie Graduates With Highest Honors at Notre Dame

Mary Pavlie, daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas J Vayne of Rite mah, graduated from Notre Dame College South Euclid with highest honors cum laude. She held offices in major organizations, served on the student council, and was president of the Pasteur Science Club during her junior year. Pavlie received a German excellence prize donated by Dr W T Hinslehs and joined Kappa Pi National Honor Society, among other distinctions. Only ten percent of graduates earned such honors this year.

Mary C. Paylite Aid Thomas J. Vayne Ritemah Notre Dane College South Euclid Aviat Notre Dime Mise Organiza Yong Pavile Suctil Seyre Hinslehs Kappa Pi Thisa Society Thisa Society. the Students Cchosen Notre Dame Marlte Mainrodi

Norman Kindig Dies in Toledo Hospital

Norman Kindig former Rittman resident died in Toledo Hospital four weeks after his brother Ployd died. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Thachicha Temple Durhal. He is survived by a sister Mrs Gow Phtodbeck and three brothers Forest Wayne and Llewellyn.

Ihaonhre Rittman Vane Ployd Riyitn Amoceat Wen Hott Thachicha

Scout Reunion and Camp Manatek Picnic Planned

Scout News notes a reunion and picnic at Camp Manatek on Sunday June 17 from 2 pm to 5 pm. Scouts should bring lunch, enjoy swimming and games, and certificates will be handed at the campfire. Also a regional Camporal at Camp Matod June 15 16 17, with Troop 406 eligible attendees including Newberry Steiner Vinl Snyder Miller. The Boy Scouts Troop 405 will swim at Rey Lake next Monday. meet at Scout hall 6:30 pm with parental permissions. William Yeager, lifeguard, accompanies the group.

Scout Jplenic Camp Manatec Svants Gampora Camp Matatod Boy Scout Rey Lake Segals Willam Yeager

Operations resume on athletic field improvements plan

Rittman business leaders express satisfaction with weekly customer participation drawings. Plans to upgrade the athletic field resume with a concrete stadium possible through federal CWA projects, while rate schedules and utility service proposals are reviewed by the city council and local authorities.

Rittman Business Menulave Yad Fa CWA

Mad dog captured after attacking several dogs on street

Local report from Tia Wednesday afternoon describes a stray dog labeled Mao poG that bit multiple dogs before being captured by Marshal Alar an. Officials warn residents to watch closely and keep children safe until mid month. Dog bites prompted immediate treatment referrals to Dr Kreider at Wadsworth for all bite victims.

Mao Pog Tia Alaran

Ham Contest Winners At Wenger Market Draw Crowds

The weekly ham contest at Wenger Cash Market on Saturday awarded a top prize to Sim Train. Mrs. Sam Collings of Salfi Street underwent a hospital operation and is reported in true condition at Wadsworth Hospital on Tuesday.

Wenger Aftre Sam Collings Salfi-street Wadsworth Hospital Tuesaday Stre

Ohio Highway Plans Street Widening Discussed by Council

City council heard state plans to widen Main Street from the South End to the North End by eleven feet with one side graded and a new sidewalk. no parking will be allowed during construction. local labor is expected to be used and the city will share costs with the state.

Ohio State Peagrasstnae

Religious Study Classes Start At Catholic Church

Religious study sessions will begin next week at St Ann's Catholic Church. Children will attend classes with Mrs Paul McGory and Mr Greeting, followed by instruction led by Rev John Burrell. Bishop Joseph Sehremba urges participation.

Chiases Naily St Ann's Catholi Chanrel Chines Petek Choate Pinata Paul McGory John Burrell Joseph Sehremba Hishop Cleveland Digeeke

Public Health on Breath and Dental Decay Causes

A historical health note discusses halitosis linked to dental decay and pyorrhoea alveolatis. It notes breath may signal fever or headache and ties mouth inflammation to vitamin deficiency and digestive disturbances. Emphasizes treating root causes rather than just symptoms.

Births Report from Creston and Vicinity

Mr and Mrs Cletus Petit Dov isstown welcomed a son Thursday Mrs and Mrs James Patterson Creston welcomed Harriet Yvonne Sunday at Lad i hospital Mr and Mrs J Lake Louise Schaaf Creston welcomed Patricia Ann daughter Andrew Graham welcomed a son Friday at Welas Allotment

Cletus Petit Dovisstown James Patterson Creston Harriet Yvonne Ladi Hospital J. Lake Louise Schaaf Patricia Ann Andrew Graham Welas Allotment

Grand View Lots To Be Auctioned

Auction of 26 home sites in Grand View set for Saturday June 23 at 1 pm under National Reality Auction company. Each lot about 60 by 140 or 160 feet with water gas mains sewers electricity and phone service. Music by Rittman board of trade band prizes two hundred dollars and a treasure hunt announced. information from Col. Fred Reppert or Col. 8 Cc. "Cy" Springer.

Grand View National Reality Auction Company Rittman Board of Trade Fred Reppert Cy” Springer

Cemetery Regs Adopted by Tritman Officers

Cemetery officers in Tritman adopt regulations to protect the dead and visitors. Prohibitions include hunting, skating, and loud or disorderly conduct. penalties and enforcement listed. Also notes a church program at United Brothers on June 17 featuring The Beatitudes with a 24-voice chorus and new service introduction.

Tritman Axgsnelpe Honka Fedeyted Wehsler Rittman Alwiys Rittman Cemetery O. c Will M. Spada G. Th. Copphigen Balear Ohio United Brethren Hrothrar Church Xong Mita EL J. Ashford Ion Featiudes

Drawing Winners Prize Winners in Regular Customer Draw

Saturday night at 8 oclock the Customerd Participation Clan held a drawing listing prize winners. Gantet Dawsoh won $5 Mike Lamic won a prize amount, Jack Baker $2 Everett Winkler Mrs Itoy Campbell Mary Serjack Christie Graber and Mrs C D Kaufman are noted as prize winners. Unprized ticket numbers included 92227 AQ8987 and AL824609.

Gantet Dawsoh Mike Lamic Dack Baker Stcu Everett Winkler Itoy Campbell

Wilson daughter returns from Oklahoma City and Beaumont

Elaine Wilson, daughter of Mr and Mrs G E Wilson of Third Street, returned Tuesday after visits in Oklahoma City Oklahoma and Beaumont Texas. She was accompanied by her cousin Earl Ine Allen on the return trip.

Elaine Wilsos G. E. Wilson Oklahoma City Oklahoma Beaumont Texas Earl Ine Allen Tio

Walter Hile Family Plans Move to Monroe, Michigan

The Walter Hile family expects to relocate to Monroe Michigan on Monday. Mr Hile will take a job at a local paper mill there.

Walter Hile Monroe Michigan Hile

Neighbors thank those who aided after Vilas Zurcher’s death

Mr and Mrs Fred Zurcher express gratitude to neighbors and friends who assisted during and after the accident and the death of Vilas Zurcher. The note notes appreciation for support given in this tragedy.

Vilas Zurcher Fred Zurcher

Spitfire and More at Pastime Theatre

Dressed in gingham and wind blown hair, Katherine Hopburn stars in Spitfire promising a difficult career highlight as she battles men mobs and love. Ralph Bellamy Robert Young lead opposite in a double feature pairing with Mystery of Mr X and Gentleman Crook plus a Western lineup featuring Tom Mix and a revival of other serials at Pastime Theatre this Friday through Monday.

Kathering Hopburn Tringur Coman Robert Montromery Atara Mr. X Crook Elizabeth Chiat Beatland Lilfin Starvey Tom Mix

Thanks Expressed for Kindness After Death

Card of thanks from the family extends gratitude to the Auxiliary WooB A Junior Lodge Brennen rocery William s Sunday School and Christian Endeavor group of the Presbyterian church for words of Rev Hen Orickson and for arrangements by A g Ebert and Bakér. Mentions neighbors and James Ditch, new science and music instructor, en route to Cleveland from Columbia where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Education. Flag Day observed with flag displays by businesses and homes. Leo Adams and family visited George Houck in Cleveland.

Derth Qur-huspand Bon Wooba Brennen Rocery William's Bunday School Presbyterian Church Neighe Hen. Orickson Tor Muale Margaret Williamesind James Ditch Chillareget Lawrence Chambers Cleveland Columbia Chambers

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lambert Bros St. Ann Salacidus Films B. &W. Oil CO Stanley Wayne Dorothy. E. Yoder Mi- Tor " Fadden Merle Kratzer Seville Anna B. Winkler Rev. Lubold Wadsworth Otto A. Kramer Canton M. Delbel Horse John Frey Catherine Hagedorn Russell_Bender Rosky River Njured Mary Pavlie Notré:Dameé Norman Kindig Toledo Scout—News Renee Ritman Pany Fhaxeena Aveet Celal RIC Waa Aml Ohta The Wayne County Medical Society Lawne
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