16 Sep 1926
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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1926
Page
1
The note argues the required signatures may not guarantee a lake becomes real as other petitions face study. It urges unified support for a large lake project, claiming it could extend beyond Chippewa belt and benefit the region.
Authorities anticipate only slight adjustments to the tax rate for 192. The rate may move more slowly if Rittman’s assessed value continues to rise, which has grown materially over the past year.
Dr and Mrs O J Shong hosted 26 friends from Atwater Ohio for a basket dinner in Central Park. The event highlights the growing popularity of the park and community gatherings in the area.
The article notes rain predictability during the period and describes community events including Medina band and orchestra performances, a street dance, and a Wadgorth Jazz show. It mentions a Labor Day celebration expanding into the weekend, with many activities and a large turnout despite rain. Ball tournaments were relocated due to wet grounds with games held at Smithville.
Petty thefts were reported in several nearby towns including Applecreek during the past week. No large hauls were recovered or disclosed, with details sparse and locations vaguely listed.
The annual Heiks Grove reunion took place in Sumlay in the administration building by the Wooster fair grounds. About sixty relatives attended and those present voted it the best reunion yet.
Dr Toland was taken to a Wooster hospital Tuesday for hernia operation performed on Wednesday. Details unclear in the brief notice but confirms hospital care and an operation.
Rittman horses enter two in the Medina fair races with Petit and McQuillin listed among riders. One is said to have finished fourth in two heats. another entered from Medina races at Wellington and Berea. Gatehouse and Wein's Guy Worthy won at Medina, with Worthy placing first in heat one, second in heat two, and first again in heat three, driven by Ricketh baugh from Wooster.
The report notes a world heavyweight title bout to be broadcast from ringside station WOE A Fo, with a $55 privilege for those in the audience, and mentions Philadelphia as a potential destination for the Dempsey era event.
Rune Duskey Pat Duskey Emmett Griner and Elmer Maurer left Tuesday for Coshocton to hunt squirrels for five days. The squirrel season opened Wednesday and the hunters expect to meet their quota daily and will report results upon return.
The Summit county fair was held this week drawing local residents and visitors. Officials announce dates for a bigger and better fair this year with enhanced exhibits and events planned at the county grounds.
Joe Sherrick and Bob Wenger journeyed with their wives on a hunting trip in Monroe County. The report hints at forthcoming details about supposed aquitrels and actions by the women, but the fragment yields little verifiable fact.
Orrville man Jn A Shank a Civil War veteran and prominent lodge member died at his home last Wednesday night. Funeral services for this respected veteran were held on Saturday.
Visitors at the noonday Rotary Luncheon included Rev Blubold of Wadsworth, Henry Miller and Wm Evans of Orville, and Bill Heebsh. A report on the New Philadelphia convention was listened to with keen interest.
Nearly 100 Grange members gathered in the hall to hear County Agent G A Dustman discuss taxation and commend the local degree team as they presented the third and fourth degrees. A bountiful supper followed, dues night is September 24, with Poultry Problems on the agenda.
A meeting at Sumort Beachy Park discussed a surplus fund of 207.18 dollars from the Rartmuia Art Club. After debate the group decided to donate the surplus to a charity aiding disabled children, a move praised as a worthy cause.
The Rittman Saving Bank will be represented at Group 1S of the Qhin Bankers Asan by Ashelf F HK Lee at Wooster Wednesday. Local directorate members plan to attend with sessions held in the school QubcCoruma and luncheon served at the country club. JH Smith, aps Schendel Wels, and Metustor Fess are slated attendees with Fess to be a leading speaker.
The M W and O telephone girls hosted a Monday evening gathering. Miss Wanda Bienneman and two other figures attended, with Mrs Pearl Scheetz among the entertainers. A chicken dinner was served to the group.
Mrs. Lawrence Stadimiller was taken to Wooster hospital on Tuesday afternoon for an operation. She is expected to recover there, with the discharge planned after treatment and observation.
The Hine or Ohio Avenue is being changed to improve access to the new Rittman Wadaworth road. The crossing has not been satisfactory and will be brought into first class condition to enhance approach quality.
A granddaughter and grandson are part of a Cleveland household as attorney R L G Engstrom and Mrs Engstrom welcomed a son last Thursday. Beatrice Fisher, formerly Miss Beatrice Fisher, is noted as the mother.
Shinersburgh residents Charles Hummell and wife with daughter Hilda joined L Meyers and family on an auto trip via Daligdn and Burton City for a picnic. Miss Ida Emchma, a Cleveland visitor, came Saturday. John Gerberick hosted two surprise parties for Dell Amstutz at Acme Saturday evening. Mrs Ford Thompson suffered a light paralytic stroke last Wednesday with mild improvement. Local gatherings included the Thompson-Barrington reunion at Alfred Thompson’s Bered home and visits by Mrs Hattie Thompson and Mrs Carroll Wright’s party.
Rittman defeated Wooster 7 to 1 and Smithville edged Shreve 8 to 1 in the opening baseball tournament at Smithville. Winners and losers meet again next Sunday to decide the county champion with Rittman and Smithville as favorites. A prize of $500 to $600 was taken near the gate amid a large crowd.
A Doylestown woman objects to the village books after auditors completed examination. The village clerk and treasurer’s records were reportedly abandoned amid the audit but no full report has been received.
Mie Frances Gautdr, aged 69, widow of the late Cantor, passed away after a prolong illness. Born March 19, 1866, she was known as a virtuous Christian woman loved by all. Funeral held Saturday at 9 from 88 Peter The Commercial orchards of Vance and Paul's church. She leaves four daughters, two sons, four sisters, two brothers, and many friends. Burial in the adjoining cemetery. Local citizens may soon place orders for winter apples, reflecting a good supply.
Mrs Ceiin Ziegier and Fr Weiss entertained a euchre party at the home of the Goffinet family in honor of Mr. and Mrs Fd Gottinet of Pana. Guests included Mr and Mrs Charles Goffinet and Alphus Goffinet with their children, Mrs Virginia Troffing, and Mrs H H Wotsz and daughter. Refreshments were served.
Fragmentary item notes evictions at Orrville Market Week involving named parties in unresolved housing dispute. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text but indicate enforcement action affecting stalls or tenants during market period. Entities include Orrville and a party referenced as Katy.
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