27 May 1937
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1937
Page
1
In Oswego New York Police Chief Earl Sibley recalls a chase where a run-away horse named Dobbin obeyed a red traffic light and halted on its haunches prompting the chief to note the animal’s quick reflexes. The report blends local color with unrelated political mentions from Harrisburg and Philadelphia labor scenes.
Washington reports the Supreme Court upheld a Social Security Act levy to fund unemployment support. The issue underscores federal efforts to finance aid amid early postwar policy debates.
The Dionne quintuplets in Callander Canada are three years old this week. Their legal guardian has reported earnings up to last January of 861,148 dollars from 24 contracts for photographs and endorsements of drugs toys foods and clothes.
White House correspondents chased a hoax circulating in Washington about Roosevelt and Wall Street. Editors wired for confirmation and newsreels showed mixed signals as the rumor spread through press rooms.
John D. Rockefeller Sr the world s richest man at retirement and the only person to accumulate more than a billion dollars was buried in the family plot in Cleveland. He died at his Florida home Sunday at age 97 missing his 100 year goal by nearly three years.
Rittman Junior High School commencement featured 52 graduates. Principal Willard Hauenstein announced the list of both boys and girls earning diplomas to progress to high school, with names of each student read aloud.
Fragmentary notes mention a gathering described as a send off for figures including Jack Crumline and Dan, with garbled references to France and diamond-studded garb. The text is unclear but indicates a farewell or reception context.
A brief birth notice lists Wade Rohrer among newborns with family details and the local hospital referenced. The item notes the baby's name and mentions the parents and community acknowledgment.
Rittman High School conferred diplomas on 28 seniors of the class of 1937 during commencement in the auditorium Friday. President Charles F Wishart of Wooster College delivered the address. Frances Burger and William Newbery won first and second honors. Josephine Musser earned third.
Tittman stores and industries will observe Memorial Day as a holiday Monday. Banks presses groceries offices will be closed. Meat markets may open two hours Monday morning then close for the parade. Rittman industries suspend activities for three days.
In court actions during the past week Delbert Snell of Statost was bound over to the grand jury on charges of stealing brass and copper from the Ohio Salt Co premises. Rittmani was sentenced to 30 days in county jail after pleading not guilty.
Fragmentary notice records Hy P Keating aged 67 with death due to a fractured skull dated in May. Further readable details are unavailable, but the obituary fragment mentions family relations and place identifiers garbled in OCR.
A Memorial Day program at Rittman Cemetery proceeds with a 1030 parade forming at Sterling Ave and proceeding north to the city hall. Commander Harvey Stratty asks all Legionnaires to meet at 716 am at the Legion hall for graveside decorations. The march includes the Rittman Band, American Legion post members, and various fraternal orders with police and drivers urged to park in designated areas to reduce congestion.
Fragmentary report describes a flagpole event with a steeple scene and a stunt sequence near a station. Details are illegible, but the incident appears tied to a Thursday afternoon and public display.
Public Library ready to open in City Hall on June 5 with furniture installation nearly complete and hours to be announced. Librarian Miss Molly Boll and Library Committee seek community help for shelving costs and have collected about $200 from individuals and organizations.
A Saturday storm from the northwest smashed through multiple towns causing widespread damage. Wellsington saw barns toppled, trees uprooted, and power lines downed as Crest on and nearby areas reported outages and debris. Authorities described strong winds and possible tornado activity with scattered damage across Medina and Woothlem.
A terse notice outlines rain contingency at City Hall with banners and a Ritman band for the event. Officials specify timing and safety measures while urging attendees to monitor updates.
Raucous council meeting fails to adopt proposed liquor controls. Debate centered on Sunday sales and late night hours with several council members opposing key restrictions. No action taken. ordinance referred back for revision and next session set for two weeks.
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