Ebert elected president of board of trade in Rittman
A. L. Ebert was elected president of the board of trade at a Monday night meeting in Rittman. He pledged to boost business through cooperative prize awards and weekly attractions for the summer. Q. E. B. Frank was named secretary, with Beachy becoming a director. A booster committee including Ralph Overholt James Galehouse Charles Wald and B Escovitz will meet Tuesday at Ebert’s store to plan summer efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Ebert
Board of Trade
Q. EB. Frank
Beachy
Ebert
Rilttman
Rittman
Ghost Guy
Ralph Overholt
James Galehouse
Charles Wald
Escovitz
Mr. Frank
Pastime Theatre Selections Span Westerns and Serial Thrills
The Pastime Theatre features The Thundering Herd with Randolph Scott and others, a Zane Grey tale. Also on screen are Once to Every Woman with Ralph Bellamy and Fay Wray, The Wrecker with Jack Holt, Before Midnight with Bellamy and Collyer, and Terror Trail with Tom Mix. A Wonderland kids feature and star lineup including Cary Grant and Gary Cooper appear in the week’s bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randolph Scott
Judith Allen
Buster Crabbe
Harry Carey
Monte Blie
Noah
Beery
Zane Grey
Ralph Bellamy
Fay Wray
Mary Carlisle
Tobis
Jack Holt
Genevieve Tobin
Sidney Blackmer
Neds
Bargatt- Wight
June Collyer
Tom Mix
Breatest East
Charlotte Henry
Richard Atlen
Rosco Ates
Gary Cooper
Louise Fazenda
W. C
Postponed Sterling Junior Class Play Due to Measles Epidemic
The Sterling Junior class play A Suite Gladhopper is postponed to Friday April 6, per director Miss Fannie Davidgor. Rehearsals stopped because of a measles outbreak.
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Sterling
Gladhopper
W B A Doughnut Sale Planned This Tuesday
The W B A will hold a doughnut sale in their rooms on Tuesday. Order by calling Mrs. Ashbrook or Mrs. John Kunkler at the listed phone number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W B.A
Five Ritiman Seniors to Take Scholarship Tests
Five Ritiman seniors including Lucile Poete John McGee Vernon Musser Robert White and Sylvian Wiles will take scholarship tests this Saturday at Wooster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ritiman
Will
Reverend Ashman Winds Up Revival at Brethren Church
Rev Charles Ashman closes a revival at the Brethren church with capacity crowds. He has drawn many friends and followers through his straightforward preaching and knowledge. His Friday evening topic is The People Who Cannot Answer. Sunday messages include The Rainbow in the Clouds and Ians Final Answer to God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brethren Church
Charles Ashman
Ashman
Ian
Hoovers Named Heirs as Executrix Appointed in Rittman Estate
Lydia A Hoover is named executrix of the George W Hoover estate at Rittman. Heirs include nine adult children Blanche Moomaw Adelbert Hoover and others. Frederick H Rise of Wooster is appointed supervisor of Wayne County liquor store from Civil Service list, effective immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia A. Hoover
George W Hoover
Rittman
Blanche Moomaw
Adelbert Hoover
Martin -Lisoe+- RAS
Cassel
Chiyton Hoover
Grace Raynolds
Cloyd Hoover
Lloyd Hoover
Frederick H. Rise
Wooster
Wayne County
Chippewa Estate Bequeaths to Widow Hoffin Property Details
Anna Hoff is named as survivor to receive all real and personal property of Daniel F. Hoffman of Chippewa township. After her death, remaining assets pass to eight Hoffmann children or their heirs. Executors named are Jay and Carl Hoffman without bond. Also notes a divorce case Pete Petkoff versus Mary Petkoff and a guardianship petition for Mary Modine, age 70, of Doylestown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chippewa Estate
Anna Hoff
Daniel—_F. Hoffman
Chippewa Township
Doylestown
Akron
Peter Maine
Mary ‘Modine
Rittman Village
Local Crime and Estate News In Doylestown and Creston Areas
The report covers estate appraisals for Benjamin F. Lichty of Canaan township totaling 210 dollars. It notes charges against Herbert Trevald of Doylestown for wine theft from Harry Wallenstine’s cellar, with a preliminary hearing moved to Saturday. Also listed are transfers of properties in Milton and Creston townships and marriage licenses including James Cantrell and Jessie Mae Hensley, plus Ezra Harpster's hospital admission after an abdominal issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mee Roberts
Creston
Bert Trevald
Doylestown
John G. van Westincourt
Harry Wallenstine
Roberts
MN Wallenstine
Wadsworth Hospital 1933 Annual Report Summary
The 1933 report shows 468 patients treated at Wadsworth Hospital with net earnings of 22962.91. There were 11 deaths within 48 hours of admission and 2 institutional deaths. One day treatment served 4 065 people and 347 surgeries with 65 deliveries.
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Wadsworth Hospital
Wil-Th
Mrs Saurer Widow of John C Saurer Dies in Orrville
Mrs Mary Ann Saurer 70 mother of Mrs Grace Haley Creston died at home in Orrville Friday after a three year illness of multiple diseases culminating in dropsy. She is survived by children Clara Gerber Eaton Saurer Orrville Dr Charles Sauter Greenwich Ruth at home seven grandchildren two brothers Samuel Stauffer Canton Simon Stauffer Mt Eaton funeral Monday at 2 from her home Rev A L Stherry officiating burial Crown Hill cemetery Orrville
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Ann Saurer
Grace Haley
Creston
Orrville
John C. Saurer
Kansas
Wayne-enune
Haley
Clara Gerber
Eaton
Evan Saurer
Charles Sauter
Greenwich
Ohio
Ruth
Samuel Stauffer
Canton
Simon Stauffer
Mt. Eaton
A. L. Stherry
Crown Fill
Increased attendance at Men’s Choral Club rehearsal
The Men’s Choral Club reports rising attendance at Monday’s regular rehearsal likely due to growing interest in the outlined program. New out of town members include Mr. Smith of Creston Mr. Paul Stauffer Mr. Collins of Wadsworth and Mr. Kreider of Seville. A concert is planned for the second week of May with additional out of town talent featured. Next rehearsal is Monday March 26 at the high school building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Smith
Creston
Paul Stauffer
Collins
Wadsworth T
Kreider
Seville
Specj
Rittman
Ies
Grange Drapes Charter for Deceased Member in Ceremony
The local subordinate Grange draped its charter for a departed member Mrs. EB Lance. The March 23 meeting will include a short business session and degree team practice for April at Smithville. Juvenile Grange received a state honor seal from State Secretary Cunningham for 1933 achievements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. H. Lance
Ralphi Pixler
St. Patrick
Herman
E. D.steiner
Anderson
Glady Sr Steiner
Smithville
Cunningham
Wilson Steelematron
Bonds Sold At Special Meeting For Ohio Avenue Work
Bonds of the village amounting to 16 704 71 for Ohio avenue improvement were sold at a special council meeting after the bids failed last year. The sale occurred Friday and the purchase was made by The Rittman Savings Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Rittman Ravings Bank
Palm Sunday Cantata at Milton Presbyterian Choir
The Milton Presbyterian Church plans Palm Sunday services featuring the Cantata Hesanna by Holte directed by Mraz Frank Erben. The program includes multiple choirs and soloists performing pieces such as Blessed is He and We Hail a Risen Son, with Pry-Rayer services through the week and Easter Communion preparation. The church extends cordial invitations and Easter greetings.
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Milton Presbyterian Choir
Holte-The
Mraz Frank Erben
Pwanty-Fve
Iberibers
Bivorr-versatrrest Peestren
Kilster
Pedieciel
Tony
Pbc
Jesus
C. C. Carvaihe
Anseluia
Mia
Jona Williams
Franklyn Wradshaw
J. A Stem
Let Each Other’s Places See World Through Their Eyes
Youth reflect on biblical tale of Bazeklel to urge empathy in industry. The piece argues workers and employers swap roles to feel pain, hope, and cooperation, fostering wiser choices and greater love. Juanita Miller, daughter of C R Miller, Salt Street, had an appendectomy at Wadsworth Hospital this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrokielf
Frekial
Schiool
Logical Seminary
Bazeklel
Mne
Eoole
Juanita Miller
C. R. Miller
Salt Street
Wadsworth Hospital
Rittman Band Opens New Season with Officers Elected
The Rittman band board elected Jamey Stom as president Reno Hardrove as vice president Anrani as treasurer and secretary. Homer Farrar remains as band leader and a committee of Stotner Porrvr Charles Stoolmiller and Byron McMillan will oversee welfare and rehearsal planning inviting locals to join the first rehearsal Thursday April 6 at 7:30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rittman
Elvet
Jamey Stom
Reno Hardrrove
Viemprotdont
Mmi
Anrani
Jakt Vear
Ofateman
Charles Stoolmiller
Byron McMillan
Wilnet
Shallomattera Neriining
Honri
Romaneeraly
Scoutmaster duties and meeting notes from Storthaus Troop 407
Paul Malbach was nominally appointed acting scoutmaster of Storthaus Rev Scant 407. Scoutmaster C M Jennings was authorized to gather materials from Good Turn Day and distribute garments to families by April 1. Dues were assigned to the scout committee to cover camping, hiking, equipment, training, and uniforms. next meeting set for March 29.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Malbach
Storthaus
C. M Jennings
Afarch
Toshour
C. M. Jennings
C. P. Lindecamn
Legal Settlement Rules for Married Women in Wayne County
Attorney General John W. Rickey issued an opinion on blind pension payments amid a marriage between a Wayne County woman and a husband with a resident settlement in another county. The ruling holds that a wife acquires her husband’s county settlement through marriage after twelve consecutive months of residence, potentially shifting relief duties between counties and avoiding undue hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gener
John W
Rick
Wayne County
Swayne
Chicken Supper by St. Ann's at Presbyterian Hall
Ladies of St Ann's church will hold a chicken supper in the Presbyterian church hall on Wednesday evening April 4. Supper begins at 7 o clock. Adults pay 50 cents and children under 16 pay 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Ann's Church
Keating Home Roof Destroyed In Fire
A fire tore through the Keating home on East Salestraat in the night, destroying the roof and damaging the interior. Investigators mapped the blaze to a late night incident with the exact cause not yet determined.
Rotary hosts to R HS team in town basketball event
A rough fragment describes Rotarians hosting R HS team and details about local staff, coaches, and guests. Mentions Tibbs Young as coach and Warren Widager as club president, with scattered names of officials and players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enstam
Loca Rastary
Wire Basta
Tiltnian High Seuua
Tibbs Young
Soach
Lememla
Todi
Seve
Warren Widager
Cueste
Iy Eluware B.S
Navy
Sid Woenger
Ja Tanww
Perluripay
FN Galehoure
Dr. Rhoron
Thos
Merchants Mobilize to Halt Advertising Peddling
An executive of inferred merchants mobilizes against aggressive advertising and peddling in the city. Mayor Chia Snyder appoints an imperial committee to coordinate action and invites businessmen to a council room meeting. The focus is to stop the nuisance affecting Woodnendiy, Rittman, Orrville, and Lad. Committee members include Charlon Doling Inmas Lambhonse and Iorhun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chia
Snyder Haw
Aosperial
Enunell
Haw
Gama
A Word of Thanks for Radio Installation Help
Clarence Fawcett expresses gratitude to all who assisted in installing the radio at his home. His note acknowledges the community effort and offers thanks for the support.
Epidemic Closes Schools Across Towns
Authorities report Bethlet fever cases prompting indefinite school closures. Epidemic fears spread to surrounding towns as officials vow action and monitoring.
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Creston
Marriage notice in Wadsworth details Osburn wedding
Former Rittman girl Mise Irane Sahnefar wed Yates Osburn in Wadsworth. The bride is fourteen, daughter of Benjamin Shaefer, a former Rittman resident. Osburn is nineteen, son of Mr and Mrs Méchiplex Osburn, and employed at the Ohio Ho hoard company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise Irane_Sahnefar
Wadsworth
Yates Osburny Tuttman
Benjamin Shaefer
Rittman
Osburn
S Méchiplex
Ohio Hoxhoard Company
Gravel pit accident claims Doylestown resident
Funeral services were held for Willard Hoffman of Doylestown after a gravel slide at a nearby Easton pit crushed him. Hoffman, a longtime resident, left three sisters and was survived by relatives in Doylestown Canton and Nitro West Virginia. Rav Walter T. Swearengin officiated. Burial followed at Chestnut AM Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard
St. Hoffman
Slater
Abert Hummel
Doyles
Easton
Hoffman
Doyleatown
Hummel
Doylestown
Corrine’ Campbell
Canton
Martha Jones
Nitro
W. Va
Rav
Walter T. Swearengin
Chestnut
Injunction Against Ditch Right of Drainage Project
An injunction by Ro KB Kirkpat Waksiwalnac seeks to halt drainage work along a proposed ditch from the Cupnewa Creek channel to a low spot on Kirkpat land. The board notes a 300 foot defense and 51200 foot long channel crossing Chippewa lands, with Ohio Salt co. land involved. Attorney Carl Taover represents HC ehaatnteh in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ro KB
Kirkpat
Anjoland
Ohio Salt Company
Carl Taover
Weygandt Anit Se
HC Ehaatnteh
Holy Week Series Planned by Local Minister
Rev C J Medion of the United Brethren church outlines a Holy Week program. Events include sermons on The Meaning of the Cross and The Resurrection Story cantata by Care Mh Adams. Activities run through Maundy Thursday Holy Communion Good Friday rites and a Master Sunday School attendance drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.J. Medion
Unitad Urethren
Hit
Wien
Valley of
Doels
Sittin
Pulate
Adams
Willie
Deter
FiveYearOld Hit by Car Slightly Injured
A five-year-old boy Maéberton Vicks was struck by an automobile near his home in Salt Kirpot Monday afternoon at about one o'clock. He sustained minor injuries including a possible head wound and a broken headlight mirror on the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maéberton Vicks
Oscar Vicars
Kitney
Distribution of motor vehicle fund in Ohio announced
Registrar Glen M. Dally of the Motor Vehicles bureau announced a distribution totaling 1,657,410 dollars to 88 counties across Ohio. The amount is smaller than the two prior distributions, and the funds arise from the sale of a bond issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Glen M. Dally
Motor Vehicles Bureau
Wiyne
Reediva
Five To Enter Spelling Contest At Wooster
Five contestants named Solmma Bauman Naomi Maatbach Edith Johnson Mary Ann Bachman and Elia Bauman enter a Wooster spelling contest on March 24 to choose Wayne County's Beacons Journal team for the Akron contest. Sterling hopes to place three on the county team again this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wooster
Solmma Bauman
Naomi Maatbach
Edith Johnson
Mary Ann Bachman
Elia Bauman
Wayne County
Beacons Journal Contésprat Akron
Sterling
County
Boy Scout Meeting Announces Hike and Window House Contest
Monday night announcements by Frank Gilbert included an Saturday 11:00 ad hike and a two week house display contest in Snyder's window. Patrols were reorganized and games played. Myron Davis served as Scribe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Gilbert
Snyder
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Booster Squad
WILE
Jn Rittman
Mer
Pastime Theatre News
Eral
Penn
B. & W. Owl CO
Brethren
Hoover Estate
Pete Petkoff
Mary Petkoff
Mr. Petkett
Wayne Garver
Peta
Réali
Lydia
Hooker
Far‘mers’ ‘Catry, Products Company
Milton Township
Peter “Rhoads
Viola Beachy
Merton Rhoads
Creston Lot
Frank
Woodward
Georga, Woodward
Benjamin F. Lichty
Canaan
Meirsrare
James ‘A. Cantrell
Robber Company
Jessie Mae Hensley
Clarence J .R. Lawson
Hrocktep
N. Y
Dorothy Bfa
Frase
Z. E.zike
Barberton
Ezra Harpstér
Grant Street
Wooster City Hospital
Madar
Mesdameset
Fredrick
O. J. Shon
Alex Thom
Grange Drapes
iness_M Senet
Tharetty
ELEGE
Keating
Rotarians
R.H.S
Mefi
Yates Osburn
Gravel
Pitt
R. Exkirkpatrick
Myron- Davis, ‘Scribe
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