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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1941
Page
3
Delicious Saturday chicken dinners draw crowds to the Colonial Restaurant on High Street in Wadsworth. Proprietor Russell Shakley expanded offerings and modernized the kitchen and bar, with George Bridges as bartender, aiming to boost patronage.
The Wadsworth Typewriter Company at 109 Broad Street provides expert repair work on all office machines including typewriters adding machines and cash registers. A complete line of office equipment is sold with prompt call and delivery aids. The firm serves Medina County and surrounding areas, eight years in Wadsworth under proprietor F D Collins who has 25 years experience.
Dr William N LaVi ers a practicing veterinarian since 1906 has served this district for 16 years and runs a long established Acme office for 11 years He graduated from Toronto University and is noted as a poultry specialist He attended the Veterinary Conference at Ohio State University last week
The Blue Star Inn at Route No 224 near Wadsworth hosts nightly dancing and floor shows except Mondays and Tuesdays. Operated by Joe and Earle Gentner the venue offers 200 capacity, full liquor selections, late hours, and short order meals with a focus on orderly service and satisfied patrons.
The Wadsworth Automobile Club, affiliated with the American Automobile Association, has 330 local members and is led by President Carl Fhaffer, Secretary and Manager B L Houglan, and Treasurer H E Houglan. Established about 17 years ago in the Albrecht Block, it promotes safety, service, and benefits for regional motorists.
Clark's Corners Station at Clarks Corners offers vulcanizing recapping retreading and repair with a complete tire service program. Mike Earnest is sole proprietor guiding a small staff to serve resident and transient motorists. The station emphasizes modern full service established seven years ago and well regarded by the motoring public.
Kaufman's Hotpoint Store at 115 Broad Street now offers electrical contracting with a full service department. Myrone Kaufman, with experience since 1938, leads the firm joined by Abner C. Kaufman and Alden H. Kaufman. They advertise Hotpoint appliances and Motorola radios and provide call and delivery services.
Motorists praise the Gypsy Lane Service Station on Akron Road 14 miles west of Wadsworth Route 261. Tom Line, attendant with seven years in the field, oversees 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. service offering Sun Oil products Goodrich tires and tubes, soft drinks, and tobacco in a modern facility inviting patronage.
Roy Shipp, proprietor since the year’s start at 121 Colle Street Wadsworth, boosts the Harpers program to a peak of public satisfaction. He offers home cooked style meals, chicken dinners and steaks, and a strong business lunch service. Open 5 am to 10 pm with seating for six, it emphasizes cleanliness, sanitary prep, and courteous service from five waitresses.
City Heating and Sheet Metal at 126 Mills Street Wadsworth offers skilled installation of stokers and gas furnaces with Sunbeam systems. The firm serves residential and industrial clients in Wadsworth and nearby areas with experienced partners Guy and Orton and Elmer Hornoff.
The Wadsworth Fame Brick and Tile Company has occupied its South Martin Street site since 1908 and notes modern operations with new local workers. It supplied brick for the Akron and Barberton Hering projects and highlights prompt delivery and careful service.
June 25 marks the annual Poultry Day at the Ohio Experiment Station with talks on production, marketing and industry outlook. Wayne County poultry keepers tour the plant, hear from D C Kennard and others, and see station research and broiler business insights from OSU and SBA experts.
Louis Dina and his Continental Gypsies bring a lively mix of Hungarian operas swing and gypsy airs to Cedar Point starting Saturday June 14. The troupe will play on the Tavern Terrace and in the Green and Silver Grill as hotel guests enjoy a continental entertainment policy praised by Cedar Point hosts.
The Federated Egg Cooperatives of Columbiana Shelby Versailles Wooster Napoleon and Cleveland will maintain a quality egg marketing exhibit. Complete program copies are available at the Agricultural Extension office at the courthouse.
Defense program in peril as North American Aviation Inglewood plant is operated by the Army after workers accept Mediation Board terms. After two days, 100 percent efficiency reported and all workers back. Congress tightens on funds for parties refusing Mediation Board settlements. Civil defense chiefs outline public education and training to counter chemical, gas and incendiary threats. A test drive of aluminum scrap in Richmond and Madison suggests material supports for fighters.
Sanitary Plumbing and Heating on South Main Street in Wadsworth offers installation and repair of plumbing and heating systems for domestic and industrial work. The firm provides hot water and steam heating installations with estimates available and is led by proprietor Alex Wanda, a 27 year veteran.
H E Houglan runs a thriving hardware store at 112 High Street Myers Block in Wadsworth. Established 20 years ago, the shop offers paints and supplies, glass, tools, seeds and feeds, with appliances from Zenith Maytag Kelvinator Magic Chef Hoover. Expert service backs sales and repairs.
A fragmented remark from a Chinatown sage discusses the difficulty of explaining ideas to trusting listeners. The speaker warns against misinterpretation and the pretenses that can arise in explaining complex notions.
A historic duel between William J Graves of Kentucky and Jonathan Cilley of Maine led to a call for action against deer hunting in the District of Columbia a century ago.
D H L Feed and Supply Company at 108 State Street in Wadsworth showcases better quality feeds and farm supplies with three delivery trucks serving a 10 mile radius. Manager R S Robinson leads a staff of five in a modern, courteous operation offering Full O Pep Master Mix and D H L feeds plus builders supplies excluding lumber.
The Wadsworth Foundry Company on Auble Street, Wadsworth, handles valve and machine tool work with expert methods. Shipments reach a 100 mile radius. Established 22 years ago, it prides itself on reliability with Miss Florence Burgess, president, affiliated 15 years. Other officers include Nicodemus as vice president and Fred Allen as secretary-treasurer. The firm offers capable advice and aims to meet modern needs, driving increased trade through efficient management.
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