31 May 1917
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
1
The trial concluded last Tuesday with Mrs Eshelman acquitted on all charges. Witnesses testified at length about the alleged crime as the jury weighed the evidence and delivered the verdict.
The United States tops the world in corn coal silver wheat petroleum aluminum oats pig iron zinc cotton steel cattle tobacco copper and more. It has over five times the railway mileage of Russia, the next highest, with exports 60 percent higher than any other country. Buying U S Liberty bonds is framed as the safest security backed by vast natural resources. readers are urged to buy through their banker or broker.
An unclear report describes a Decoration Day scene in Rittman centering on a man named Kennedy said to be guilty. Fragmentary text mentions shootings and references to local names and events with many unreadable portions.
Fragmentary OCR text references marriages and licenses with names such as Mik Mieteri Myra Rhane and others, but details are garbled. The readable items indicate a list of marriage licenses or banns without clear dates, places, or complete names.
United States Liberty Loan of 1917 authorized 5 billion dollars with 2 billion issued June 15 1917 due June 15 1947 redeemable after 1932. Interest 3.5 percent semiannual. Tax exempt except estate and inheritance taxes. Bonds issued in coupon or registered forms with various denominations. Purchasers may pay 2 percent with application and balance in installments, delivery after full payment.
The readable text hints at a funeral or burial context with references to church, cemetery, and bereaved parents. It mentions a person named John Schlup Jr and a funeral at Lathevue church with awaiting services and interment at a cemetery.
A social page item lists Mr and Mrs and guests including daughters and friends at a May celebration. Names such as Thelma, Rath, Jer Heath, and others appear among the attendants with references to hosting and a discharge event. The prose reflects a routine social chronicle from a local press page.
A garbled OCR item reports on prices and quantities linked to a semone substitute and a central relative stance. It mentions a Lon batt centary era and various fragments that hint at pricing and quantities but remains unreadable and inconclusive.
The National Defense Count in Washington informs registrants that men must wear light cotton arm bands with three colored nodes to identify eligibility under the federal draft. The instruction specifies khaki bands for those declared fit for service.
The Star Spangled Banner floats above homes that buy United States Liberty Bonds, signaling patriotic support and financial backing for the nation during the period.
The piece traces Memorial Day and Decoration Day origins in the South, noting associations formed by Southern women. It mentions Marcus Blythurn and a march 12 visit to Linwood Cemetery in Columbus Georgia to honor Confederate soldiers, with Maryon Howard Williams later linked to the memorial effort.
A three act comedy drama A Fathers Sacrifice was staged at the Duslestown venue Thureday evening by the local theater club. Proceeds went to St Rams cathodic church with volunteers praised for their staging and humor. The cast included the old maid and the red berred bos delivering moments of levity amid a strong ensemble performance.
The article reports President Wilson appointing Sims to the rank of vice admiral. It notes Sims commanded a destroyer in the war zone and was active against German submarines. The piece mentions Wilson and the Navy in a wartime context with official confirmation of the promotion.
Special services were held Sunday at local churches to honor Memorial Day and reflect on the ongoing war. Pastors gave talks stressing reverence for the flag and for those who have fought for the country, past and present.
Weiss, who underwent an operation a few weeks ago in Cleveland, suffered a relapse last Sunday while making a fine recovery before this setback. She was scheduled to be transported to Wood before Rittman in a few weeks and remains under careful observation as visitors call on her. At the ball park, a post game sports event featured foot races, tug of war, three legged races and other contests with prizes for winners.
Notice lists raised water deposit prices for multiple materials including 5-8 ft segments at 25.00 and 3-45 internal at 990.00 with the rest unreadable. The message appears from a municipal or public works office.
Orion P Howe, a former drummer from Waukegan, Illinois, praised by General Sherman for guiding cartridges to a casualty during the Vicksburg assault. The account recalls a young soldier’s brave, painful effort and the enduring memory of fallen comrades.
A scanned artifact lists registration questions for voters covering identity, address, birth date, citizenship status, intent to become citizen, country of origin, birthplace, occupation, and employer. The text includes instructions on how to answer and what to declare, with scattered OCR errors and a continuation note.
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