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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1940
Page
4
The text argues concentration arises from interest in action and remains common until lost. It notes effort follows when attention is sparked, and even disliked tasks can become engaging if framed as a contest for kudos or tied to family responsibilities.
Vilhjalmur Stefansson argues Iceland deserves the title for its early and lasting parliamentary government since AD 930 and notes its economic success with low unemployment, broad social insurance, and improving health facilities despite scarce natural resources.
Jim Thorpe predicts a future sprinter who will run 100 yards in 8.8 seconds, needing only 43 strides, reaching peak speed after 80 yards, and finishing near maximum velocity. He envisions a speed that outpaces today’s athletes by a wide margin.
Norman Sommerville of the Canadian Red Cross Society writes in Rotarian Magazine that after wars ends prejudice and scars remain but shared suffering offers chances for friendliness service and goodwill to build lasting peace.
Wendell L. Willkie argues that the nation must change not only government technique but its spirit. He calls for a servant government without prejudice and urges unity, confidence, and good will to restore liberty and opportunity.
Otis D Viall of New Jersey earns All Honor rating for The Cavalier at Castle Heights Military School. He served as first Cavalier editor, editors staffer and circulation manager, plans Cumberland University journalism study, member of Heights Y and Blue Nose Birdies, son of Mr and Mrs John J Viall of Bogota NJ.
The Ohio Division of Conservation and Natural Resources released new folders describing recreational benefits of inland lakes and parks. They are available at the Columbus offices and at state park offices under division supervision.
An unknown author is credited with the tune of Yankee Doodle in a music history note. Scholars debate the creator as the piece circulates without definitive evidence or dates.
A compact list notes key moments tied to June dates: Georgia forms a Council of Safety in 1775. Shackamaxon treaty between William Penn and Native Americans occurs in 1683. Henry Ward Beecher born in 1812. Virginia ratifies the U S Constitution in 1788. First telephone exchange in Illinois opens in 1878. British fleet repulsed at Charleston in 1776. Archduke of Austria shot in 1914.
Finishing touches are being added to the south side addition of the First Brethren church yielding six Sunday school rooms. Among attendees from Rittman at Kent State summer school are Misses Evelyn Harter Mary Orr Elinor Goodwin Audra Shook and Mr Victor Gravereau.
Frederick Errs thanks PRESS for coverage aiding his Frederick organization during the school year. A letter warns of a racket by men selling small flags at Wadsworth races claiming to aid veterans, urging readers to avoid them and noting legitimate poppy sales fund local veteran welfare.
Ralph Krabill eagled the 234 yard second hole at Woodland Golf Course on Sunday after a drive to 50 feet, followed by a long putt for two. Miss Leona Young wed Charles Myers of Toledo at her Hamier home on Saturday.
Sept W A Garver acquires the Cook property on North Third Street in a closed deal. Miss Reba Harrison held a farewell party last Thursday at the home of Esther and Catherine Bruny. C D Petit, assessor of personal property, reports a substantial gain in the 1925 valuation over prior years.
James Turner an ex employee of the Ohio Boxboard Co plans to quit factory work and return to farming. A wagon silo on F A Banman’s farm about three miles south of Rittman was blown down in last Saturdays storm causing about 75 dollars in damage. Hershey and Wohrer offered 2752 dollars per bushel for wheat.
Rittman Rebels beat the Merchants 2-1 and Massillon St Mary's 5-1 in a Sunday doubleheader to extend their winning streak to four games. Nelson Berger pitched three hits allowed in game one, while Schaad and Haldiman combined for two-hitter relief in game two. The team next hosts Akron Riggs La Mars with a class A profile, and a July 4 doubleheader against the Merchants and Rebels is planned.
At 7 30 Wednesday night last week in the Stanley home near West Salem Rev David Campbell of the West Salem Presbyterian Church united Alton Evert a prominent Rittman businessman and Miss Lillian Stanley an accomplished West Salem lady in marriage. Main street through the village was improved by straightening the electric lights along its entire length.
Members of the Women’s Benefit Association will hold their annual picnic at Euclid Beach on Thursday June 27. Attendees should notify Ways and Means chairmen Mrs. Joseph Wald and Mrs. Carl Rizer and meet at 8 a.m. at the post office for provided transportation.
The record notes the first fireworks display in Florence during the thirteenth century and the first large English display in 1690.
The text states that sovereignty rests in the emperor and that the emperor is sacred and inviolable. It frames the emperor as the embodiment of political rights within the constitution, elevating his person to a sacred, protected status.
The school board appointed Ella Major to lead the primary school building project. They approved $600 for time clock equipment, pending installation, and ordered coal bills and lawn care charges paid to Hershey & Rohrer. Asphalt work payments were held for investigation. Merle Gerber received 42 painting hours with rate set by the buildings and grounds committee.
All children entering school or kindergarten for the first time this fall are to be examined at a pre school conference on Tuesday June 25 at the high school from 830 to 1100 am and 1230 to 300 pm. Letters will be sent and calls made if any children are missed. they are invited to come without a notice.
The board discussed repair delays due to weather and hearth system repairs waiting after vacation Bible school. Supt Garver read a letter from Fred Ebbs about Kenneth Zimmerman invited to play trombone in the Michigan Band Clinic orchestra with parental consent. Garver will present teaching position recommendations by Friday night.
Miss Ethel Mae Hershey, one of 14 of 362 in OSU College of Education, earns a Bachelor of Science in Education in Music. She led Kappa Phi, engaged in multiple clubs, holds a perfect attendance record, and will teach public school music in Piqua next fall. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Hershey of Columbus.
The church schedules Bible School at 9 30 led by Superintendent Paul Johnson and morning worship at 10 30 with the message Waiting on the Lord. At 7 30 Rev J A Liechty of Orrville Ohio will deliver his 40th Bible Chronology sermon. Midweek service Wednesday 7 30 for Juniors Young People and Adults led by Mrs C J McGee Mrs Paul Johnson and Rev McGee. Adult choir practice Wednesday 8 30 directed by Mrs Paul Johnson. Young people choir Friday 7 30 directed by Edwin McGee.
Attendees including Mr and Mrs E J Brophy and daughter Margaret plus Raymond Rogers and families marked Wooster College commencement. Betty Jane Brophy earned a Bachelor of Science in Music. The weekend featured visits from Hummel Portwood and Anshutz families, a funeral in town, hospital moves, and other local greetings across Wooster area.
Branigan Hall church announces Sunday events with Pastor BIN Echols. Sunday School at 10 a m. Young People meeting at 7 p m. Preaching at 7 30 p m with special music each Sunday eve ning. Prayer meeting every Wednesday at 7 30 p m.
St Ann’s Church notes Father John T. Farrell leading morning services at 10 a.m. and evening services throughout the week.
The Rittman Church of Christ with minister V S Goodale lists Bible School at 9 30, morning worship and communion at 10 15 featuring the sermon The Kingdom of God by the pastor, and evening worship at 7 60 led by the Young People program with Ralph Fixler as superintendent.
The column lists visitors and relatives from Antioch Ohio to Cuyahoga Falls and Detroit visiting Wadsworth Hospital and family homes. It notes weddings, a surgical operation, a funeral in Cleveland, and cross state travel including Manistee Michigan and Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, highlighting a network of kin.
Miss Martha Young sister of Coach Philip Young married John Godfrey yesterday at the Presbyterian Church in West Middlesex Pennsylvania. The ceremony was officiated by her brother Ralph Young with Coach Young giving the bride. Clifford Godfrey served as best man. Martha is the daughter of Mr and Mrs A A Young of West Middlesex.
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