Legion Fish Fry Draws Big Crowd in Realty Block quarters
The Howard A. Ball Post of the American Legion hosted a Tuesday fish fry in Realty Block quarters. The event drew a strong turnout as past members showcased cooking skill. the unit has added furnished rooms for gatherings and visits, and city business updates followed. Walter J. Mougey of Wooster was named city solicitor, succeeding Karl Hoover amid council maneuvering.
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Automobile Club Growing In Rittman Area
The Press reports rapid growth of the local automobile club with 63 paid members and plans to expand membership across Ri ttman and nearby townships. Two Stirling men join Rittman directors as efforts proceed to finalize the emblem and organizational duties.
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Riutman
Frank Yoder Injury at Ohio Salt Co Facility
Frank Yoder fell from a ladder in the pan room at The Ohio Salt Co and suffered severe injuries. He was taken home for medical care where it was found he had ten broken bones.
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Frank Yoder
Yoder
Ohio Salt Co
Mr Yoder
Rittman Jurors Exempted as Wayne County Court Prolongs Term
Wayne County Common Pleas court continues through winter with jurors from Rittman largely excused for length of service. Those called from Rittman served until the judge excused them, citing travel to Wooster and modest wages.
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Wayne County Common Pleas Court
Rittman
Wooster
Editor Hickin Improves After Illness
After a period of illness Editor Hickin shows head pain relief and overall improvement. Family members announce the change and hope surgery will not be required to restore his health though progress is slow.
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Hickin
Mrs Bliss Conrad Improving After Illness
The many friends of Mrs. Bliss Conrad are glad she is sitting up and will soon be about as formerly. She had a lingering illness and, for a time, her condition was regarded as very doubtful. The community hopes for a speedy recovery as she progresses with her health.
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Bliss Conrad
Hoover Baby Dies in Seville Cemetery Burial
The youngest Hoover child, born November 29 1921, died March S at 6 30 after a week of illness and pneumonia. Funeral services were held at 230 Monday at the house with Rev Fredman officiating. Four little girls sang and burial followed in Seville cemetery.
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Clela Maxing
Walter E. Hoover
Fredman
Mary Longenecker
Elizabeth—Hershey
Marjerie _Stool
Card of Thanks to neighbors and friends
We thank the neighbors and friends who kindly assisted us during our recent illness or need. Mr. and Mrs. R A Beck express gratitude for the support and help received from the community.
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Mrs. R
A Beck
Wooster Daily Record shows new press purchase
The Wooster Daily Record published a photo of its new 16 page duplex tubular press. When installed in August or September, it will print 500 copies a minute, signaling stronger business in Wayne County. The Medina Gazette notes Rittman’s push for good roads and a paved link to Akron and Cleveland via Main Street north to Medina County roads.
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Daily Record
Wayne County
Wooster Daltty Record
Wooster
Medina Gazette
Rittman
Main Street
Medina Corne
Wayne County Commissioners
Wonster
Medina County Commission
Wadsworth
Akron
Cleveland
Benjamin Widmer 18 Canhed to Rest
Benjamin Widmer son of Joseph Widmer died at his home in Rittman Ohio after a prolonged illness. He was born October 17 1888 near New Martinsville West Virginia and died March 6 1922 aged 32 years 4 months 19 days. He was a twin with brother Fred surviving. Funeral services were held March 8 at 10 a m at the Apostolic Christian church with interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by his father step mother two brothers and two sisters. He was a member of the Apostolic Christian church from youth until death.
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Joseph Widmer
New Martinsville
W Va
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Rittman
New Martinsvile
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Apostolic Christian Church
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Reverend Buckley to Speak at UB Church Event
Buckley will address the UB church on Tuesday evening March 14 at 7:30 under the UBA Men's Brotherhood Bible Class. He served as chaplain of the 32nd Division and spent fifteen months in France ending with the Armistice. Everyone is invited for an inspiring message.
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Rittman
UBA
Brotherhood
Buelkler
France
Sean
Argonna Front
Brannigan buys new Studebaker coupe in Rittman
Brannigan recently purchased a Studebaker coupe the latest model from the maker. The car arrived last Saturday and attracts little attention in Rittman. It features disc wheels and an extra rear wheel, presenting an upscale motor vehicle.
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Studebaker
Stuudebaker
Rittman
R HOS Basket Tossers Take Second In Ashland Tourney
Soach Haney's Basketball warriors finished second at the Ashland college tournament in Ashland. Spencer and Rittman played in the final. final score 72 to 69. Brown and Sheets named to all tournament team. On March 26 local team heads to Wayne County tournament in Wooster. Seville teams visit Rittman Friday.
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Hillman
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Waoyno County
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Seville
Milton Presbyterian Society Holds Monthly Meeting
The Milton Presbyterian church society met Monday evening in the Sunday School room with about 20 members present. New business included appointing a new musical committee chair due to Vernon Kauffman moving away, Martha Smith filling the unexpired term, and Far1 Howles elected purity superintendent to satisfy county requirements. After the session, members enjoyed refreshments.
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Wara
Vernon Kauffman
Martha Smith
Farl Howles
Rittman Struck By Severe Grippe Epidemic
The article notes Rittman facing a current grippe epidemic with many confined at home. Doctors deem some mild influenza while others are severe grippe cases. Despite widespread illness in neighboring towns, recoveries are common and no lasting complications are reported.
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Rittman
Wreck Delays Erie Trains West of Rittman Near Ashland
A derailment west of Rittman near Ashland delayed Erie No 16 by about an hour Sunday. Regular No 186 swapped passengers with No 15 at the wreck, allowing No 16 to continue west and No 15 to take No 16’s eastbound route.
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Erie No 16
Erie
Rittman
Ashland
Debate over authorship stirs Creston press letters
The Creston Journal and Rittman Press clash over who wrote a controversial article about a local team. Editors Newberry and Kilian are named, with accusations of sarcasm and debates about editorial authorship and responsibility.
Carin of Tieanee Thanks Neighbors for Support Dear Husband
The family of Mrys Augustus Petit expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for help with floral tributes and car services during the death of their husband and father.
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Mrys
Augustus Petit
Bake Sale At St Ann's Church This Saturday
The ladies of St Ann's church will hold a bake sale on Saturday March 28. Proceeds benefit church activities and community programs.
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St. Ann's Church
Board of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We thank neighbors and friends who assisted during the sickness and death of our beloved son and brother. Jos Widmer and Family.
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Jos
Widmer
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