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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1924
Page
4
The community salutes the Class of 1924 as commencement week closes. Teachers receive praise for guiding students from primary grades to this milestone and emphasize independence and lifelong effort in facing life’s challenges.
Borough officials note that Main Street paving has lasted well over ten years with minimal replacements. They warn future wear will expose brick joints and corners, risking chips. A measured, continued investment is advised to avoid larger costs later.
The R. H. S. graduating class of 1924 held its commencement in the high school auditorium on May 21. Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas gave the principal address urging graduates to pursue further education, with many entering college or business. Board president H. F. Longenecker and others spoke as the program featured music, a class address, diploma presentation, and names of graduates.
Miss Shery Wetlisheimeur eluded a two week visit with relatives. Alumni banquet at Doylestown attended by Mr and Mrs B R Schmid. Oliver Wismer spent a week in Trenton New Jersey. C R Bose family visited Hudson. John Gerberich returned from California after three months with relatives. Leatherman moved to High street property. Walls moved into Leatherman home. Hugh Doyle buys partner's half of Silver Creek store and will run it. Hiram Stroh, weaver, active this week. Mrs C A Bolich hosted Sunshine class. Senior class to conduct chapel. May festival with Miss Mildred Mann as queen at auditorium. Initiated six candidates. May sales day at Colden Rule. William Mego and Frank Evans arrested as deserters from Camp Alfred Vail. Sam Owens fined for drunk and disorderly. George Nickola arraigned for DWI. W L Good appointed administrator of Mrs Sabina Transue estate. Frank Houser body brought from Davenport Iowa. services at Presbyterian church. Mrs Addie Det visiting and attending graduation. Mrs Wm Mills attending graduation of sister Dora Wright. Mother of Mrs Charles Holderbaum near death. Florence Bechtel nurse at Seville at bedside. Mrs Ezra Kauffman attending graduation. Mr and Mrs A L Ebert hosted Lew Mahle and Miss Louis Williams for dinner. Lew Mahle and guests entertained J B Hickin at dinner. Latest May Victor records at Albert’s Music Store.
Mr and Mrs Albert Swartz and Miss Bennet of Akron spent the fore part of the week with Mr and Mrs W J Ritter. Mrs Schlup and Mrs W L are mentioned in the fragmentary report.
A resident urges backing for a Democratic candidate in the County Board race, noting Congress Township has not had representation for fifty years and expressing appreciation for any assistance.
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