29 Mar 1917
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1917
Page
1
An agricultural note outlines a method to seed potatoes by cutting cone shaped pieces with an eye and using most of the potato for cooking. It details storage, sprouting, and planting at a reduced seed rate, plus economic considerations and practical steps for preparing and storing seed pieces.
A long fragment describes a March event with musical performances and a lecture by Simastes and KR Ros, noting an audience in Woodward and a path to a Tow ee ree event. It mentions April dates, a Lyceum course, and an orchestra from Boston to Seattle with varied selections.
Lancantn Chautauqua dates set tentatively from July to August 4 with possible minor changes. Organizers aim to accommodate attendees and ensure programs and housing details are arranged for those traveling from afar.
A Worcester meeting of the board outlines officers for a year and lists directors. Stock subscriptions are urged with names and amounts to avoid record errors. The project aims to create local employment and boost Rittman’s economy through a wholesale grocery venture and related salt production demand.
Notice of the annual meeting of the Cemetery Association called for Tuesday April 3 at the Mayor's office. All interested persons should be present. Vance Hickin, Secretary.
The passage notes that smaller sets need thorough soil preparation and fine pulverization to ensure uniform must and seed preservation. It warns rough soil reduces germination and stresses planting closer in rows, suggesting 10 to 12 inch spacing for best yields.
The Rittman Grange will convene Friday evening March 30 at 7 o clock CST in their usual meeting place. Mrs Wm Kanengiser reports the notice.
Ohio Experiment Station after seven years trails shows disking corn stubble for oats yields similar to plowing while cutting ground preparation costs. Disk land avoids heavy weed seed fouling and reduces soil disturbance.
Clarence L. Besancon and Clara B. Malcutt of Saltereck township. Dan Miller of Wooster and Grace Sehaf of Smithville. Ray E. Emich of Mt. Eaton and Ruth E. Bowen. G. A. Kinney of Orrville and Elizabeth Brubaker of Weilersville receive marriage licenses.
Wadsworth and Glitman clashed in a finale Friday at the Ya audttarcamy. The final score was 3 to TS as the locals finished the season amid praise for players and captains. The season was financially and otherwise successful with strong showings from both boys and girls teams. Hurrah for Rittman.
J H Crites and wife celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with relatives gathering at their home on February 20. Present were children and grandchildren from Marshallville Hormanville and Toneytown, including Porst Stahl and Lionnel Stahl. A gold $10 gift and a generous dinner followed a joyful family reunion.
A new mortgage tax law passed by the legislature requires a one percent tax on the face amount of all mortgages. County Recorder records indicate questions remain on who pays the tax and how it is assessed. The measure, signed into law, aims to tax real estate loans and funding arrangements.
In Kiliman village v Sigler the mayor's court delayed decision last week after weighing evidence. The defendant was discharged. In Rittian vs Sydes the mayor found the defendant guilty and fined 30. The appeal notes were filed by Attorney Meta. The cases centered on gambling charges.
At Marion on February 26 the Buckeye Press Association voted that weekly papers cannot be sold for less than 140 dollars annually and profit. A committee was named to approach publishers about setting a price that covers rising paper and service costs.
A birth is announced for Bern te Wm. Allison and his wife. The Rounds Ladies Orchestra, eight members, will perform at the school auditorium on Thursday April 5.
The Bureau of Nursery and Orchard Inspection will host a free spraying and pruning demonstration at Welker farm two miles northeast of Rittman on April 5 at 1 PM. Open to all, with a special invitation to the Rittman Grange. Rounds Leays Orchestra will perform Thursday evening April 5.
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