18 Jun 1953
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1953
Page
1
Parents and guardians brought more than 90 preschool children to a Wednesday clinic in Rittman. Volunteer doctors dentists and nurses from the PTA and PUPA examined for ailments while eye tests and dental checks were performed. Mothers were nervous but children remained calm as staff praised turnout and planned future clinics.
The Rutland Press reports the Safer Driving Campaign drew strong public support last week with only six arrests for traffic offenses. Chief Charles Heffelman praised drivers for safer behavior, noting many exceeded 25 mph limits and bicycle riders followed updated guidelines.
The Rittman Historical Society appeals to pioneer families to contribute items for displays during Wayne County Historical Week June 28 to July 4. Ten local stores volunteered display space, with two residents of Rittman slated to speak at the June 30 meeting.
Bob Burnett and Jim Hilty, Rittman representatives to Buckeye Boys State, travel Friday with W. D. Hilty for a ten day program at Camp Perry. More than 900 juniors from across the state will nominate elect and discharge duties of state offices while learning political functions and taking part in a recreation program. Alternates are Gary Black and Ivan Woyat.
Vic and Mrs Frye proprietors of Seneca Music and Gift Shop received a telegram announcing their all expense Bermuda trip win. They will depart Akron June 20 by plane to New York and sail the Queen of Bermuda at 3 p.m. for a tour filled with music dancing and sightseeing before returning June 26.
Mrs Rultie Jonts Wilbean will become president of the American Legion Auxiliary Howard A. Bair Post No 403 at the Monday meeting. Officers to assume duties include L R Carlson first vice president Glenn Haller second vice president Marvin Adams secretary John Hodovan treasurer and Stanley Tyska corresponding secretary.
The organization discussed a flag presentation to Wooster Community Hospital. Mrs. Jones gave a history of the association compiled by Mrs. Harry Ditch. The group adopted six alum ne sins, and Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Rumysier managed refreshments.
The piece is part of a series on local history framed by Ohio’s birth year. It discusses early clubs and community events with a nod to buying locally at home shops where merchants know customers.
Marie Prosser presided at the regular Daughters of America meeting. Stella Boling elected associate vice councilor Fern Sayre secretary Geneva Shiffer financial secretary Gladys Bowen assistant recording secretary Bertha Sherrick assistant financial secretary Pearl Secrest treasurer Ruth Goody conductor Vee Christian warden Dotty Wertz outside sentinel Sophie Steele trustees Florence Yoder 18 months and Ben Gordon captain. Losers in sales tax contest led by Mackie Prosser to a 10 percent team. Members and guests planned a pavilion party at Central Park with table service and a covered dish rule. Sixteen members attended the session ending at Wright's Drop.
The Booster and Lions Club co sponsor a Friday 7 p.m. community sale on the square with proceeds split for sight projects and the high school athletic program. Auctions feature many items from appliances to bikes and furniture. Myron Steiner presides as park official. Paul Mogler and daughter Les Jivenn attend Morris Minnesota funeral. return planned Friday.
The Entre Nous Club held its yearly dinner at the Bubble Bar in Akron with about 25 attendees. Mariani Bodager led the arrangements as the club recessed until September while Community Dody Vacation Bible School wraps up Friday June 19 with certificates for over 200 children.
Mrs John Colville 82 died after a long illness. She lived with her daughter in Creston since January. Survived by four daughters and four sons in Ohio and New York. Services held at Marinsburg Church with Rev John De Chant officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
The obituary notes the death of ALC Reel a Creston farmer who died Saturday. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Murray Fower Home officiated by Rev. Debi DeCharst. Burial followed at Canaarr Cemetery.
Donald TL Bean joined the Kent State Press staff after completing a three month assignment at the Northwestern High School branch. He will return to Kent State in the fall to finish his journalism studies at the School of Journalism.
Read the Pressy classified section to find a wide range of goods for sale and services listed by local residents. Each ad provides brief details, contact instructions, and prices where shown. Check the listings for furniture, vehicles, real estate, job opportunities, and personal notices.
The article recalls the rapid growth of the city and the speaker, Robert, and his family in Reade, noting plans to return after their son finishes high school. It mentions local figures and a shop owner, with references to past publishers and a high school football link, a wedding trip to Cleveland, and a visit by James Duskey.
The Rotthan Post Office becomes a first class facility effective July 1, citing postal receipts above 6000. Changes include altered parcel weight limits between zones, revised box rents rising to 1.10 dollars for No 1 boxes and higher for Nos 2 and 3. The move brings both advantages and hardship for staff and patrons under new regulations.
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