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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1938
Page
11
The piece argues railroads suffer from weak demand and government bailouts. It notes workers leaving, government loans, and price wars. Railroads seek higher rates and wage cuts, while the Interstate Commerce Commission failed to stabilize the industry. It portrays public frustration with the sector’s attempts to escape financial jams.
In Our Past held the first awards at the Rittman theatre with Lew Parsons S Mainst and Christy Graber receiving 25 dollars each. The crowding on Main Street and Ohio streets drew the largest turnout since Christmas. Parking strained and local union of Ohio Salt Co. voted 63 percent to join CIO and cut ties with AFL. Rittman Community Picnic slated for August 2 at Chippewa Lake.
In a special Milton township meeting Trustees and Rittman council agreed to pay thirty dollars per call for township fire protection. The Seville local rejected plans for incorporating the Wayne Medina Milk Producers association with Summit county. Congressman at large Stephen M. Young said vacancies will be open for United States Naval Academy next year and competitive examinations will be held next winter for Ohio residents. The Fredric family with Mrs D W Stinson of Marshallville plan a motor trip through the Ozarks to Kansas and Iowa to visit relatives. Miss Lucille Markley and Miss Tarretta Rizor attend Hastings course at Akron Actual Business College and stay at W A Jack Forcum resigned from the Press office to join the Indianapolis Star.
Wayne County Council of Boy Scouts will skip a planned camp at Pee-Wee Hollow on their newly acquired property due to the time and money required to develop it. They will camp at their usual longtime site instead. Rev Amstutz of Covenant Presbyterian Detroit received an honorary degree from the College of Wooster during recent exercises. Amstutz is the son of Mr and Mrs J Fev Amstitz of Sterling. A Saturday night band concert drew the largest crowd of the summer with strong crowd movement noted.
A federal food administration agent halts hoarding as three Milton township farmers agree to move about 1000 bushels of wheat to market. The United Brethren Church of Sterling is destroyed by lightning and fire with some furnishings saved. The Fixler family reunion at John and Mary Kunkler home gathers 58 members for a day of visiting and ice cream. Ella Whitman celebrates eighteenth birthday with a surprise at her parents’ home.
The Creston Civile club added 78 associate members to their roll recently. Four captains contest for 2379 associate members, with a banquet planned for the winner. John Murray heads the fundraising committee as the club plans volunteers and a big carnival to celebrate paving completion on the playgrounds.
Marshallville merchants sponsor free talking pictures every Friday evening through summer. A giant screen sits at the Theodore H Clinton barn area near the square with crowds enjoying the films. Projector operator is Franklin A Lawrence. Early summer haymaking by Daniel F E Musser and son Glenn Musser is noted.
Sunday dinner guests at 724 West Oak Street Orrville hosted by Mr and Mrs Edward Handwerk included Calvin Handwerk and daughter Mary with Walter and Kenneth from 338 North Elfast Orrville along with Tillman Handwerk and Jacob Elehora. Kent State summer teachers Miss Frenence Steiner and Miss Edna Horn attended.
Nan Grey hauled a plane crew into a quick make up during a Houston trip to Hollywood. Dr William L. Stidger’s noontime talks draw larger audiences, extending his NBC Blue network run. Don Ross challenged by a music teacher. Mrs Frank Hetzler corresponds on musical trends. For Men Only brings sport stars to mic. Cavalcade of America earns awards. Don Voorhees blends history music. Russ M. stoweblyter 75 weeks on Johnny Presents. Morgan’s music saves a show. Jack Fulton stars five times weekly on Just Entertainment. Jeannine, Bottle Boys Swing Club guest, notes last name quip: there isn’t any more.
Church of God women plan Thursday meeting with Mrs Oritla Youn ker. The Thrift Club elects officers: President Mrs Zelma Orr Vice President Mr Frances Lee Secretary Mrs Aldyce Hosmer Treasurer Mrs Elizabeth Myers. Neighbors and visitors include Mr and Mrs Gart Slater at Theodore Handel home in Cleveland and others visiting relatives across town. Dr and Mrs B M Foster plan a St Louis trip. several residents host and visit friends in nearby towns.
A brief notice promotes a newspaper offer to receive news at no cost while advertising remains discounted. The message urges readers to engage with the paper for free news access and low-rate advertising options.
The Travelers Insurance booklet Death Begins at 40 uses a pictorial concept of speed to show energy in a crash. It says at 25 mph a car could roll over once, at 50 mph four times, and at 75 mph nine times, likely ending in a tree or culvert failure and severe damage. The moral urges caution when traveling fast and to consider rollover risks.
The June 1 1938 Ohio crop report from the Federal State Crop Reporting Service shows a slight drop in winter wheat and rye from 1937. Oats barley and spring wheat stay above average. fruit crops indicate light production. Winter wheat forecast 45 353 060 bushels with potential 19 bushel yield. Rye at 609 000 bushels. Spring grains and hay show mixed conditions with pastures strong. Milk production per cow stands at 20.2 pounds. 4H scholars Eugene Chandel and Ruth Dorn win state lifework training scholarships.
Father John T Farrell leads SA Bible School and Supt Classes while 104 morning worship and 1 year at 7 30 p m. preach on Glory of the VOMINONDIACce 6548. Young People’s Hour 7 30. Children’s Day Program under Miss Mildred Eickenberry Mary Franks Juanita Miller and Mrs Vv Gondale directing the entire Sunday School department.
Church of God announces Sunday School at 9 30 and morning worship at 10 40 led by Pastor Spee Bart Henry. Christian Crusaders meet at 6 30 with Sunday evening service at 7 30. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30. Friday call night. Choir rehearsal Saturday night from 7 to 9 p.m.
Morning worship 1030 theme Living Epistles. Christian Endeavor 645 with Miss Esther Seebauer as senior leader. Evening service 730 theme The Heavenly City. Midweek study Wednesday 730 Studies in Revelation by Mrs A Niles. Adult chair practice 830 Wednesday directed by Homer Forrer. Young people's chair Tuesday 630 directed by Edwin McGee. The Lord's deeds show loyalty and faithfulness in summer as in winter.
Branigan Hall hosts Rev. Bill Echolds pastor with Sunday School at 10 new preaching at 11. Young People's meeting at 7.30 P M, preaching at 7.30 P M, and singing. Cottage prayer meeting held Tuesdays at 7.30 P M.
The First Brethren Church on First Street announces a Bible School at 9 30 a.m with Alexander Voronaeff a Russian evangelist as speaker. Morning worship at 10 80 features his message on the Russia situation. An evening slide lecture and Youth group meeting follow with special music and an object lesson for children. Prayer group gathers Wednesday at 7 30.
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