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Newspaper

The Rittman Press

Location

Rittman, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1939

Page

5

Installation of Officers At Jane Addams Meeting

Jane Addams Circle held its installation of officers at a Tuesday evening gathering at Mrs J E Benek home with nineteen members and guests. Mrs A J Grant spoke on Kennedy family life, Mrs Frank Webner discussed parental attitudes, and Mrs K W Osborne explored delinquents and juvenile court reform in Michigan. A vocal solo by Mrs Williams closed the program followed by refreshments and plans for a July 13 picnic.

Jane Michigan J. Willams

Marriage of Ruth Gardiner and Milton Morgan Announced

Announcement lists Miss Ruth Gardiner daughter of Mr and Mrs W Campbell and Milton Morgan son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Morgan now of North Canton formerly of Rittman. Both are Rittman High School graduates class of 39 and 35. Morgan operates a family grocery and filling station in North Canton. Mrs Morgan to reside with her parents in Rittman for now.

Delores Ruth Gardiner Milton Morgan Miss Gardiner W. Campbell Mr. Morgan Thomas Morgan Northanton Rittman Rittman High School Morgan North Canton

U B Bible Class Plans Annual Picnic After June Meeting

The Busy Bible Class of the United Brethren Church met in the church parlors on June 16 for a business and social evening. The program opened with singing He Keeps Me Singing, devotionals and prayer led by Mrs Edwin Zeigier, and a roll call sharing favorite hymns and authors. Plans were discussed for the upcoming annual picnic.

United Brethren Church Edwin Zeigier

Rittman Central Park July 20 Meeting Notables

Mrs Carl Schwab opened with a paper on Peter Cartwright read aloud with Mrs John Collins at the piano. Mrs Ralph Holsberg led in Thy Hand and the gathering closed with a class prayer. A spelling bee followed, won by Bessie Schumacher who received a prize. Refreshments served to 26 by Leo Adams and others.

Rittman Central Park Carl Schwab Peter Cartwright John Collins Ralph Holsberg Bessie Schumacher Leo Adams Everett Wintler Herman King Frank Schaad

Mrs Ott Entertains In Honor Of Husband Birthday

Mrs Ott of Weattam 64 Neord State Street entertained with a surprise party Saturday evening for her husband. Twenty eight guests enjoyed games and music then cake and ice cream. Gifts were given to the honoree. Guests included Mrs Russell Bilders and children Mr and Mrs Andrew S Graham and children Mr and Mrs Sam Ruble and children Mr and Mrs Asa Boyes Mr and Mrs A J Garrad Mr Edward Novo zel Mr Henry Welker and Mr Otts father Mr Charles Ott.

Russell 5Iders Andrew S. Graham Sam Ruble Asa Boyes A. J. Garrad Edward Novozel Henry Welker Mr Ott Charles Ott

Weekend Bridge Club Party At Chippewa Lake Park

Miss Eveleen Sigler hosted a weekend gathering at Chippewa Lake Park inviting members of the Bridge club for swimming boating dancing and picnicking. Miss Hattie Sigler acted as chaperon with guests including Marguerite and Evelyn Stanley Lenore Hilty Maxine Lowd Helen Hurt Louise Yochheim and Miss Sigler.

Bridge-dears Club Eveleen Sigler Chippewa Lake Park Hattie Sigler Rittmat Hostes Wisses Marguerite Evelyn Stanley Lenore Hilty Maxine Lowd Helen Hurt Louise Yochheim Miss Sigler

W B A's Meet Friday Bridge and Chicken Supper Plans

Mrs Bessie Schumacher hosted the Women’s Benefit Association in Rittman attracting members for a regular business session and social hour. A July 1 meeting is set at Mrs William Heiks’s home and a June 27 chicken supper is planned at Easton’s As You Like It farm with participants meeting at Grella’s Dept Store for carpool.

Bessie Schumacher Rittman RD Women's Benefit Association William Heiks Sheldon Avenue Fuesday Easton Ray Ashbrook Grella

Thursday Bridge Club Meets at Al Rupps

Miss Lou Rupp hosted the Thursday night Bridge Club with a weiner roast at Rittman Central Park then moved to the Rupp home for bridge. Prizes went to Pearl Rupp Leora Hoff and Evelyn Schaffter. Guests included Clara Rupp Garnet Dagon. The next gathering is July 20 with Pearl Rupp as host.

Lou Rupp Josephine Washington, D. C Rupp Rittman Central Park South Second St Pearl Rupp Leora Hoff Evelyn Schaffter Clara Rupp

Father’s Day Dinner for Two Local Fathers

Mr and Mrs Roy Trent hosted a Sunday family dinner near Easton honoring their fathers M L Trent of Orrville and Sam Welch of Rittman A noon meal served to 21 guests followed by strawberry and cream refreshments The Riggs family visited Mrs Riggs father and Mr Vomney Artrip remains seriously ill at his Fort Gay West Virginia home Further gatherings marked by grills and a trip to the West Coast and National Parks for V A Garver and spouse.

Roy Trent Easton M. L. Trent Orrville Sam Welch Rittman A. DL, Ebert C. C. Gregg V. A. Garver West Coast National Parks

Knife-Point Roasting Guide Slicing a Leg

Instructions describe turning the leg to rest on the surface and slicing from the shank toward the aitch bone. Hold the roast with a fork at the left end and cut down to the leg bone then continue in thin parallel slices to the large end.

Girl Scout Troop II Invests Four Members at June Meeting

Girl Scout Troop II met June 20 in the Municipal Building Auditorium at 7 PM. The program opened with songs, camp talk, and a color ceremony followed by Investiture for Jenn Bryner Geraldine Brown Ruth Bruny and Patty Tierhammer.

Girl Scout Troop Jenn Bryner Geraldine Brown Ruth Bruny Patty Tierhammer Scout Kfiots Jackie Britton Erneath

Fry Weds Bernice Iden In Wadsworth Ceremony

Harry R Fry son of Mr and Mrs Ja Fry united in marriage with Miss Bernice Iden daughter of Mr A L Iden Medina. The ceremony Saturday at 4 pm at Wadsworth was performed by Rev P Ward with groom’s parents and Miss Mildred Leyda present. The bride, Kent State graduate, teaches at Wadsworth Centralized School. The groom, holding a Bachelor of Music from Baldwin Wallace, studies at Wooster College. They reside at the groom’s parents home.

Harry R Fry Ja Fry South Bernice Iden A. L. Iden Medina Wadsworth Pp. Ward Mildred Leyda Fry Kent State University Baldwin-Wallace College Wooster College

Friday Afternoon Bridge Club Meets at Foerstner Residence

Mrs. Fred Foerstner hosted the Friday Afternoon Bridge Club at her West First Street home with guests Mrs. Paul Morrison Mrs. Nelson Sheets and Mrs. John Viall. Prizes went to Mrs. J. C. Young and Mrs. Frank Webner. A two course lunch followed. The next meeting is Friday June 30 at Mrs. William Swartz's home on South First Street.

Fred Foerstner Foerstner West Firstst Mra. Paul Morrison Nelson Sheets John Viall J. C. Young Frank Webner William Swartz South First St

Missionary Circle to Meet at Mrs Alexander Home

Presbyterian Church Missionary Interest Circle will gather at Mrs. B R Alexander home on Monday evening June 26. Rittman attendees at Kent State University summer school include Misses Evelyn Harter Mary Orr Elinor Goodwin Audra Shook and Mr Victor Gravereau.

Missionary Interest Circle The Presbyterian Church B. R. Alexander Rittman Kent State University Evelyn Harter Mary Orr Elinor Goodwin Audra Shook Victor Gravereau

Methodist Missionary Ladies Sewing Club meets at Trent home

Mrs Roy Trent hosted an all day meeting of the Methodist Missionary Ladies Sewing Club at her residence last Thursday. The primary Sunday School class, led by Mrs Trent, held their picnic there as well. The Misses Nora and Dora First supervised the children.

Roy Trent Methodist Missionary Ladies Sewing Club Trent

Violet Vignovich Visits Rittman Attends Community Meeting

Mrs. Violet Vignovich of 1 Lérain visited Tuesday with her mother in Rittman and attended a meeting at the home of Mrs. Bessie Schumecker.

Violet Vignovich Lérain Rittman

Mashed Potatoes Reheated and Sweet Potato Orange Casserole

A reader provides kitchen tips and recipes. Reheat mashed potatoes using a double boiler with butter, milk, and thorough beating. Also printed are a Sweet Potato and Orange Casserole with layered potatoes oranges and crumb topping, and a Strawberry Refrigerator Cake recipe with gelatin, crushed strawberries, and whipped cream. Also explains bouillon versus consomme and canned food safety guidance from the USDA.

Local Society Notes and Casual Outing Reports

Mrs FP A May and gon Ross of Milan spent Monday night at the VoL Day residence. Bert Noosh cut aartery in his foot this week and received immediate medical care. Mrs Carl Rizer, Mrs G Yochheim and daughter Louise visited Wooster Thursday evening. William Dannemiller and son Jimmy visited Doylestown Wednesday. Mabel Harris of New York State visited with her son George Harris and family and attended the Ohio State Spiritualist Convention in Akron. Sue Smith underwent a minor operation Monday. Ralph Immel spent the weekend in Canton. Ed Ekxass and A H Thomas attended the Rotary International Convention in Cleveland. Joann Orr, daughter of Fred Orr, suffered a broken arm Tuesday. Keneazey celebrated his 48th birthday Tuesday June 20 and spent the day with his immediate family in Rittman. Malcolm Day and son Tommy of Mansfield were weekend guests of W L Day.

FP A May Gon, Ross Milan Mabel Harris New York State George Harris Akron Charles Kebosgy Bott ?Jershey Keneazey Rittmman

Rotary convention attendees visit Cleveland and beyond

Mr and Mrs C C Grexge and Mr and Mrs A L Ebart spent Monday and Tuesday at the Rotary International Convention in Cleveland. Mrs Harrah Aten and daughter Gladys plan a two week vacation in Canada. William Schlup, studying in Cleveland, visited his parents in Medina. Edith Secrest began a Masters at Kent State University. Lester Morr cut his leg and received medical care. The 38th Hughes Reunion occurred in Parma. W H Hauenstein attends Ohio State summer classes. Mrs Hauenstein stays with him at 232 West Woodruff Ave.

C. C. Grexge A L. Ebart Rotary Eveland W.H. Hauenstein Ohio State University Columbus Hauenstein West Woodrufave

John Paul Jones Becomes Admiral In Russian Navy

John Paul Jones the American naval hero is listed as an admiral in the Russian navy following events linked to revolutionary upheaval. The report notes his notable status and transition into a command role abroad.

John Paul Jones Americas Flonary West

Washington's Escape in Braddock Campaign

A fragmented reminiscence recounts a Washington escape during Braddock's 1775 ambush by French and Indian forces. An aged Indian traveler sought him years later, praising his courage and belief that the Great Spirit protected him, noting his reluctance to fall behind in battle.

Washington Braddock Wetd

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Jane Addams Meeting U. B. Bible Class Wald Rexall Ohio Bridge Club al Rupp Mary Baker Harry B. Fry U. S. Dept of Agriculture Rittman. Press Bert Noosh Carl Rizer G. Yochheim Louise Wooster William Dannemiller Jimmy Doylestown Sue Smith Ralph Immel Canton Ed EkXsass Mere A. H. ‘Thomas Rotary International Cleveland Joann Orr Fred Orr Malcolm Day Tommy Mansfield Mra Vv. L. Day Pon Jameson Grantview Avenue Meo Haroh Aten Gladys Canada Familly Alma Wiliam Schlup Frank Schlup Rawn Mentere Sohlup Miga Edith Secrest Lester Morr Ands V. L ' Day Mary Ann Hughes Parma Jarman B & W Oil CO Rittman, Ohio
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