Macadam Road Theory and Its Bonding Evolution
The text traces John Louden Macadam's 1810 road experiment facing opposition and the shift from single size broken stone to layered courses. It explains the need for better bonding as automobiles emerged, leading to oil tar and bituminous binders while preserving the layered macadam principle with rock dust, water, and crushed rock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Louden Macadam
Macadam
Bristow
Breland Ino Lsi
Todev
Acme Company Plans New Three Story Warehouse
Plans for a new three story brick warehouse at Bettes Corners near Akron will serve Acme stores in Akron and nearby towns including Rittman. The 63000 square foot per floor facility aims to expand distributing capacity for merchandise and boost business scale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FW Albrecht Grocery Company
Bettes Corners
Akron
Acme
Rittman
Gasoline Pump Damaged After Driver Backed Into It
The gasoline measuring pump at R V Fredrick garage was knocked to the ground by a driver who backed into it. The driver did not stop to apologize. The accident occurred Saturday around two o'clock after mechanics had repaired a machine. the owner paid for the repairs, then the driver backed into the pump on the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R V Fredrick
City Council Finalizes Electric Rates And Regular Pay Ordinance
The council approved a sliding scale electric rate plan 11 9 7 cents with a 1 cent prompt pay reduction and a $100 minimum charge. Regular pay ordinance passed and a survey of Main Street east lots approved. Mayor reported February receipts of 157 dollars from fines and licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electric Company
Tee
Main
Rittman Receives Auto Tag Distribution Share
Secretary of State Thad H. Brown announces vouchers totaling 3 121 S5611 for 1924 license plate collections. Funds distributed to Wayne County towns and districts for street and highway repair and maintenance, with Rittman at 1002 18 from a 27 481 382 county total and a full list of allocations to Applecreek Bloomington Turin Congress etc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thad H. Brown
Onto
Secretary of State
Rittman
Wayne County
Applecreek
Bloomington
Turbank
Congress
Creston
Dalton
Fredricksburg
Marshallville
Mt Eaton
Orrville
Shreve
Smithville
West Salem
Wooster
Account for 800 Before Jury in Public Sale Case
Judge Starn and a common pleas court jury handled a $90 account suit by M Zegaius of Cuyahoga Falls against R E Gettings of Rittman arising from goods bought at a public sale. The jury awarded $1111.61 to Zegalus. the case stemmed from a public sale transactions report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Starn
Common Pleas Court
M Zegaius
Cuyahoga Falls
R E Gettings
Rittman
Mike Zegalus
Brethren Revival Gathers Steam At Local Church
The Brethren church revival, started Sunday, draws growing crowds as Dr Charles Bame of Ashland College delivers engaging sermons adapted to the area. Music led by Mr Kolm adds energy. upcoming topics include When Jonah Swallowed the Whale and The Master Choice with emphasis on nonsectarian spirit and inviting converts to unite with their chosen church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brethren Church
Charles 4 Bame
Ashland Collage
Rittman
Medero Ife
Kolm
Jonah
Death of Anna J Smoyer In 1924 At 26 In Wadsworth Ohio
Anna J Smoyer daughter of Henry and Nancy J Smoyer born August 20 1887 in Wadstworth Township Ohio spent most life near Wadsworth Seville later in Akron as city stenographer joined Saville Presbyterian October 9 1904 died February 27 1924 aged 26 6 7 funeral March 1 at Reformed Church Wadsworth pastor Roy Wolfe interment in Wadsworth Cemetery Left to mourn her father three brothers and one half sister
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna J . Smoyer
Henry
Nancy J. Smoyer
Wadstworth Township
Ohio
Wadsworth
Seville
Akron
Henry Smoyer
George Smoyer
Chas. Smoyer
Rittman
Paul Smoyer
Cleveland
Vincent Marble
the Reformed Church
Roy Wolfe
Real estate man breaks arm after aid attempt
James Gatehouse helped a man in distress beside a ditch after a sale, but while freeing a spare tire he fell and broke the large bone in his left forearm. He wears a sling and is recovering, with well wishes noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gatehouse
Jim
Never Fading Sign of Spring in Marble Games
Ere long the boys will take their place on the street in that old game of marbles, a forecast of spring. We expect the game to go into full swing this week or next as weather warms and pennies shift from candy to marbles.
Rittman Prepares New Exchange in Local Building
Rittman will soon have one of the finest exchanges in the area as the new installation nears completion in the M. W. and O. building behind the Acme building. Officers express pride in the updated facility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittman
Acme
Rittmans
Medina High School Tragedy Ends Life of Roy Kilis
Medina High School student Roy Kilis, 19, a June graduate candidate, died after ingesting strychnine at his mother's home Friday evening. Authorities say financial frustrations over a desire for a car influenced his act. Eddie Cox notes Kilis was a member of the graduating class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Cox
Medina High School
Whch
Marriage Unites Rinwanttes Pair in Monroe Michigan
On Monday at Monroe Michigan the marriage united Miss tieien te Vere and Mr Marion Pfouts. The couple will reside with Mr and Mrs Agron Wolfe on Srdst. Pfouts has a new job with Ohio Co and plans to make Rittman their future home. Pfouts was in the army stationed at Marion guarding Yarding Dom. He is son of the late Dr Pfouts a former prominent Rittman physician. De Vere formerly studied here and played violin. Friends offer hearty congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe Mich
Tieien Te Vere
Marion
Fcate
Agron Wolfe
Pfouts
Ohio Co. Ats
Rittman
Pfout
Mfouts
Mason Attends Chicago Educational Meetings
Prof EG Mason and Mrs Mason traveled to Chicago last week for a national gathering of school men. Important business was transacted and attendees returned energized. The meetings offered updates on testing and city school guidance to keep districts aligned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EG Mason Wan
Chicago
United States
Mra Mason
Quimby House Fire Causes Minor Damage
Firefighters were called Saturday to a small blaze at the home of Mr and Mrs Quimby on Bleringave. A chimney spark ignited the roof but the fire was quickly controlled with limited damage. Neighbors and friends assisted after the alarm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brigeda
Snell
Water quality praises boost for Rittman as ideal town
Citizens hear compliments on local water from newcomers who admire the city. The piece argues the water is of high quality and credits Rittman with city benefits without drawbacks, noting some towns test wells and fail quality standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nawcomers
Fteentiog
Rittman
Axtell Family Relocates to Erie Penn After Long Stay
Walter Depry and wife acquire property from L W Axtell as the Axtell family moves to Erie, Pennsylvania. A class party was held for Albert before the departure, marking the end of years among a large circle of friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L W Axtell
Walter Depry
Axtell
Erie
Penn
Axtells
Albert
Pennsylvania City
Woodmen Accident Policy doubles benefits for hospital stays
Notice to policy holders in Rittman Ohio that after March 1st any injury leading to hospitalization will earn double weekly benefits at no extra cost. J C Young state supervisor touts this historic move, cites past claims and urges neighbors to insure today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittmen
Ohio
Woodmen Accident Company
iLast
Rittman
Howard Hall Arrested in Akron Court Case
A warrant in Akron municipal court accused a man named Howard Hall of a statutory offense. Marshal Mille placed him in jail but he was released when authorities could not identify him as the wanted man. Rumors spread before the article explained the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron
Ohio
Hall
Surprise Birthday Party For Mrs Barton At Club
Thirty members of the community honored Mrs W N Barton with a birthday surprise Monday evening. Guests presented a substantial purse of money and shared ice cream and cake in a pleasant gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Barton Wan
U Ro Ohureoh
Directors of Rittman Orchards Comet Elect Directors
The directors election for the Rittman Orchards Comet was held Monday night. Listed as directors were Dr FW Hicking, W rh Shook, YoW CiHppinger, E G Branigan, JL Stoolmiller, BOW Hershey, J Kohrer, Dr ER Alexander, Dr C CoG Gregoob, L Lanes, DR Lance, Shook, F Hanes, Raymond Snyder and J Gowlekin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittman Orchards
FW. Hicking
Rh Shook
Yow
CiHppinger
E G Branigan
JL. EK Stoolmiller
BOW Hershey
J. Kohrer
ER Alexander
C Coc Gregoob L Lanes
Lance
Ff) Shook
F & Hanes
Raymond Snyder
J Go Uwlekin
Two men arrested for liquor possession pled guilty
Christ Mitvoric and Joe Borovich were arrested by Marshal Milla on March 4 charged with possessing intoxicating liquor. Each pleaded guilty and paid a fine of 100 dollars plus costs. The report credits the mayor and marshal for enforcing the law and reducing violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Mitvoric
Joe Borovich
Marshal Milla
Nhquor
Couts
Wittman
Thia
Mmarshal
Steve Loozich Fined and License Suspended for Drunk Driving
Marshal Milla arrested Steve Loozich for operating a vehicle on a public highway while intoxicated. Mayor Shackleford read the charge. Loozich pled guilty and was fined 26 dollars with costs and his license suspended for 60 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steve Loozich
Marshal Milla
Shackleford
Rose
Also Mentioned on This Page
Acme Company
Council
Zegaius
K .E. Hoover
B-Metz
Gettings
Pythian _Sisters
P. Hall
Wadsworth Cemetery
Roy Kilis Self
Bop
Mason
Mr and Mrs Quimby
Pamily
J. C. Young
Howard Hall
Man
W. N. Barton
Rittman Oro
Anus Coment
C. W. Bendure
Hershey & Rohrer
Brenneman’s Grocery
Domige
the Rittman Savings Bank
Caroline Atwater Mason
John Oxenham
Morgan Saye
Milton Presbyterian Chireeh
McHirlstiad Endeavor
Urbatem
THE
Rittman Automobilec
Net
SES
Rittman Service Garage
Aiso
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!