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Newspaper

The Wayne County Democrat

Location

Wooster, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1913

Page

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God-Sent Compensation for Poor Man Under Disability Rule

Eyecial to The Wooster Daily News reports Anton Vollman, 51, lost one eye years ago and the other today to a steel splinter. He will draw $12 weekly for life. The state board of awards considers total disability and the piece argues insurance companies oppose early protection and red tape would delay gains.

Wooster Daily News Columbus State Board of Awards Anton Vollman Thappéen Wved

Wooster U May Get 500000 Endowment From Woman

Wooster University may receive a 500000 endowment from a wealthy woman to cover rising costs and avoid tuition hikes. At the 43rd annual commencement in Memorial chapel, multiple degrees were conferred, followed by a large alumni banquet in Kauke Hall with toasts and speeches. The next year’s budget requires 221854 more, while assets total 2628000. George Browne sails for China this summer to pursue mission work.

Wooster University Toaatmaster William Hamill Shields Joseph Didenct Alumni Absolution Willard Hayes

Water testing underway for new Killbuck valley wells

Director of Public Service tall<er> expects a state board of health report on the analysis of samples from a new test well. Sherman Engineering of Toledo collected Friday samples and Monday samples by M Z Ball of the state board. Upon satisfactory capitol reports, two more wells will be drilled near the recently completed Killbuck valley well, with a fourth likely.

Director of Public Service State Board of Health Sherman Engineering Ecompany Toledo M. Z. Ball State Board’ of Health Capitol Killbuck

Fraternities Move House as Members Transfer to Ohio Wesleyan

The Sig Sig Chi group shifts focus to Delhiware with most members from the university planning to attend Ohio Wesleyan next fall. Delta Tau Delta moved its furniture to the Sigma house, with about ten former members returning and plans for a one year chapter house. Delta Tau Delta is said to be the only fraternity with a house next year.

Sigiga Chi Delhiware Ohio Wesleyan Universiy Delta Tau Delta Fraternity Sigs Delta Taus Gehapter

William Young Perishes After Heat Battle

Councilman William Young of Curvy Timber Company collapsed in extreme heat late Wednesday on South Buckeye Street. He was rushed home where T. A. Graven found a severe heart attack brought on by heat. condition improved by Thursday.

Young Curvy _ timber company South Buckeye Street T. A. Graven

Jury wheel error delays Serrate trio July 14

Sheriff Gould cannot locate PoP Yoder of Wayne township as the juror drawn from the wheel. a Wayne township resident named M I Yoder exists, suggesting initials were misentered. Sheriff Van Nest will return to the County Clerk on Friday to redraw two more names per law for subpoenaed jurors who moved out of the county.

van Nest W Op Yoder Wayne Township M I. Yoder Pawnes

Tawney Seeks Sender Behind Unaccompanied $15 Draft

Clerk of Court Tawney is investigating a $15 draft received without a sender name. The draft came from Ritman and is thought to cover costs in a case. Three weeks have passed since the letter arrived, and Tawney may use the money for a county official banquet if the sender does not appear or reveal their name.

Tawney Ritman

Shreve Makes Gale Day a Big Holiday

The Shreve allotment sale on Wednesday drew a full town holiday with 80 lots auctioned from 40 to 180 dollars. Businesses closed, residents and farmers took the day off as the Shreve band played fine music.

Shreve Shreve Band Boys

Field Day and Anniversary Program 1913

Program for Field Day and Anniversary dated Friday June 20 1913 lists morning events and afternoon speakers and activities. It names Corinne Ariadistate College Ohio State University and Columbus and references President Oli State and various agricultural and educational groups.

Noewoth Ariadistate College Pdvongescen Oli State Baversus Calumbuss

Rural School Progress Probed By State Education Official

Secretary A P Sandles of the state board of agriculture seeks rural school progress data. He mailed questionnaires to country teachers across Ohio requesting prompt replies to gather information for future addresses. The inquiry covers school conditions and rural educational programs conducted under the board.

W Wecoster Daily News Columbus A._P. Sandles State Board of Agriculture Bysthe Ture Ike Ag

Funeral for Mrs Merritt Held After Tuberculosis Death

The funeral services for Mrs Frea Merritt who died in Orrville from tuberculosis of the spine were held at the home at nine oclock Thursday morning. The body was then taken to Cusahoea Falls for services at two oclock Friday afternoon. Interment followed in Cuyahoga Falls cemetery.

Frea’ Merritt Orrville Cusahoea Falls Curahoga Falls

Bollinger Taken At Alliance After Arrest

Report states Bollinger was taken at Alliance on Thursday after an alleged non support case involving a feurd child. Sheriff Van Neto pursued him to Windee and brought him to the 140 56 train area. Indictment publicized Thursday to avoid interference. Bollinger believed in Pittsburg. current whereabouts unknown.

Obrat Os Vwindee van Ne

Att. Wertz Receives Blare Spermen Specimen

Attorney Ed S Wetz showcased a specimen of a new Clanitrom con gressman Ashbrook tintirs¢ay morning. The unveiling occurred as part of a reaction to a countrywide survey.

S. Wetz Ashbrook

East Ohio Gas Co Cancels Leases Amid Cancellations

The county recorder’s office reports Fort Ohio Gas and Columbia Chemical canceling large numbers of leases while new papers arrive from Ohio Fuel Supply. Fort Ohio Gas holds over 40 000 acres but is criticized for undeveloped fields, paying renters over $1,000 yearly per lease. New leases and renewals offset losses from cancellations.

County Recorder Wang Ohio Fuel Supple Fort Ohio Gas Company Columbia Chemical Company

American Association pushes Hoosier Feds trio to switch teams

Emissaries from the American Association sought Alcock, Scott, and Conway to jump to new clubs, offering salaries and positions. Alcock refused the Canton return and any detour from staying with Phillips. Scott and Conway were promised solid berths but faced no strong penalties for refusing.

American Association Feds Whoa BI Phillips Alcock Scott Conway Canton Philips Mike Kelley Ike Indianapolis

Beta Theta Pi Farewell Meeting at Chapter House

The Beta Theta Pi fraternity held a farewell gathering at the chapter house with over 80 guests. Judge Frank Taggart served as toastmaster as alumni toasts filled the program and a silver loving cup circulated. The event ended with a doxology and benediction, then sobs and songs as the brothers departed.

Beta Theta Pi Frank Taggart Wasi Burns Wooster University

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