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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Mr.. and Mrs. Eveland Entertain

Tuesday evening Mr.. and Mrs.
Earle Eveland gave a luncheon at
Pat Whites in hons- of Mr.. Russell
Johnson and Miss Margaret Brooks,
two employees of the Twin City opera
house, who are LEAVING soon. Miss
Brooks has been usher, and leaves
soon for Columbus where she will
take a course in home economics at
the o. S. U. Mr.. Johnson goes to
GAINESVILLE. The latter has grown
up with the movie business here,
starting about IL years ago in the
Bijou. For time he was a partner
with Mr.. Eveland and it is a matter
of interest to know that during the
time he has been operator here he
has run more than $3.50 miles of
films. In all Is were present at the
luncheon, which was given after
the second show. Those present
included the pianists, ushers, house
men, etc. Mr.. Eveland took oc-
casion to express his appreciation of
Mr.. Johnson's services, and of the
very pleasant relation between him
self and Mr.. Johnson that always
existed. AS a further expression of
appreciation Mrs. Mckinney pre-
sented Mr.. Johnson with a box of
candy. Mr.. and Mrs. Eveland's
kindly hospitality was very much
appreciated by those present.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Methodist Changes proposed


In the Methodist conference, in
session in Columbus, there has been
the same earnest insistence for ad-
ministrative retrenchment, and the
same positive demand for larger
application of the spirit of democ-
racy in church organizations, that
has been shown in other conferences
in this and other states. The
movement for these changes ap-
pears to be quite general and the
plan is to take the questions into
the general conference, to be held
next year, and to seek to make the
changes effective. In the confer
ence in this city the sentiment for
the changes was overwhelming and
won an easy victory. 1t has been
much the same in other conferences.
The changes sought will be real
departure from the rules and Gus
toms long in vogue. Bishops of the
church now are elected by the gen
eral conference, the national legiS-
lative body of the church, and hold
their positions for life. The demanf
is that they be elecleu for a term OF
eight years. The district superin-
tendents, or the presiding elders, as
they were known for many years,
are named by the bishop presiding
at the conference. The demand is
they be elected by the churches in
the district, thereby securing local
self-government for the church
Further it is urged they be chosen
for term and their stay limited
six years. Administrative economy
is sought by the consolidation of
twelve benevolent boards and the
formation of four, and the merger
of three church papers into one
larger organ for the church.
Tightening overhead costs and
simplifying organization is a move
ment for economy, that is sound. pro-
vided the new plan contemplates
adequate direction ana leadership
of church activities. The limited
term for bishops and the district su-
perintendent is reflection of the
sentiment in opposition to life ten
ure that finds frequent expression in
other organizations. It would ter
to prevent autocratic domination if
anyone in high place was tempted
to yield to that tactless course, and
put the direction of the Methodist
church in the hands of the represen-
tatives of that church In politics
it has been said it is safe to trust
the people. Certainly the same
would be true of Methodists.-O. S.
Journal
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
To Attend 0. s. q.

The following young people from
here plan to leave this week or the
first of next week for Columbus, to
attend the o. S. u: Miss Margaret
Brooks. who will .ake course in
home economics; Max Ross of Nal
ia, who expects to take course in
engineering; Raymond Birch, who
will take mechanical engineering
and ceramics. The three are from
this years graduating class Of M. &
NJ. Others who enter to resume
their studies are Raymond Davis of
Hooksburg; Forrest Henderson of
East Bloom; Howard Forsyth of the
west side; Herbert Ross, Hugh
James Donahue, Rufus Brown and
Frank GRAY of this place
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Volume 81
Three Fined for Assault

An affidavit was filed here Mon
day in Mayor Ralston's court, charg-
ing H. A., Carl and Raymond Curtis,
and Luther Singer, all colored, Of
GAINESVILLE, with assault upon VIM.
Brown and son M. H. Brown of Is
land Run The Curtis-Singer con-
tingent were returning home from
the Emancipation Day celebration
at Marietta and We're up the river
road near Island Run. Mr.. Brown
and son were going home, in rig,
and the others were in a big Buick
sedan. Brown pulled off the road
to let the auto pass, so he states, and
as soon an the auto got past it was
stopped and Singer yelled to Brown
to "Get the h over there" Singer
then went back to the Browns and
after few words knocked the boy
off the seat to the ground. He also
beat up Mr.. Brown considerably.
While two of the Curtis men were
with him, it seems that Singer did
the fighting, and one of the Curtis
boys did not leave the machine. At
ter committing the assault they
drove up the road short distance
and stopped to fix fiat tire. Soon
the taxi driver came by, and told
the colored folks that they had kill
led a man, but that 1t would be use
less to try to get to GAINESVILLE, or go
back with the car, since Eagleport
was heavily policed watching for
them, as was also Malta. The only
avenue of escape seemed to be Is
land Run. Stepping On the gas they
were soon up that stream, and stop
ped in front of the VIM. Brown
home. Brown was low home and
fearing that they were following
him to make more trouble. called
for his Winchester gun. This Great
ed no little fear with the cOlored
folks, and we suppose in order to
make more speed IN getting out of
the trouble zone, they left their auto
and hoofed it ON high to GAINESVILLE.
The number of their machine was
taken, and it was soon learned that
the owner lived in GAINESVILLE, and
the chief of police of that city had
no trouble in finding them.
They were brought here Tuesday
and arraigned before Mayor Ralston.
Singer and two of the Curtis men
pleaded guilty. Singer was fined
500 and costs; the others $25
each and costs. The other party
claimed he had no hand in the affair,
and did not leave the machine when
the trouble was going on. He was
released
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Leave Soon for California

Mrs. Rena Ferguson who recently
mad a sale of her personal property
here, and who sold her property tC
Mr.. Frank Martin, expects to leave
the first of the week, together with
her son Mr. Roy Ferguson, for Los
Angeles, Cal, where they will make
their home Mrs. Ferguson's sister
Mrs. Sadie Naylor of Los Angeles
who has been here for three
months will return with them. Roy
Ferguson will probably enter col
lege this fall.
Mrs Ferguson and son and Mrs
Naylor are now spending a few days
with relatives in the country, and on
Sunday a farewell family gathering
for them will be held at the Finley
Reed home in Bloom township
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Number IS

! Pleasant Experiences for Maclxays
Rev. w. M. Mackay and his wife
have been receiving some very
pleasant surprises recently.
Last Thursday evening about IS
young people from the Deerfield
church of which Mr.. Mackay is pas
tor, came in unannounced and spent
the evening at the Mackay home.
playing games, etc., and having
general good time.
Saturday afternoon at about one
o'clock, people from the Bristol
church of which he is pastor also,
came in to the number of something
over 100, and surprised them at
their home. They brought with
them 20 large cakes and eight gal
Ions of cream, and the festivities of
soon be forgotten by those who were
SO fortunate as to participate. One
of the very pleasing features of the
occasion was the representation to
Mrs Mackay of a purse of $21.
Another joyful experience of Rev.
Mackay and of his Deerfield con-
gregation was that of Sunday morn
ing when at the public service three
children were christened and some
adults were taken into membership
in the church. One impressive sight
was the christening of two children
of Mr.. G. N. Frash of Malta and the
reception of Mr.. Frash himself into
membership. The child of Mr. and
Mrs. Russell Martin was christened.
Mr.. Mackay and his family are
leaving Oct. 4 for Ishpeming, Mich,
where Mr.. Mackay will be pastor of
the Presbyterian church.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Young Mems American League

The regular meeting of the Young
Mems American League was held
Friday. Sept. 21. The meeting was
opened with short prayer, after
which the members took the pledge
of allegiance to the flag. Mr. Earle
Eveland made few remarks and in
troduced Mr.. L. B. Edgar, the speak
er of the evening.
Mr.. Edgar delivered a splendid
address,. He urged the members of
the league to have high ideals along
every line. Mr.. Edgar emphasized
the need of high civic and political
ideals in America today. He eau
toned the members to be careful in
their daily life of what they do be-
cause the younger generations are
watching and initiating what the
older fellows do
Mr.. Eveland made the generous
offer of the use of his office to the
league as its place of meeting. His
offer was accepted. Mr. Eveland
made the members present his
guests at the second show. The mem
bers of the Young Mems American
League appreciate the kindness and
generosity of Mr.. Eveland, and wish
to take this means of expressing
their appreciation.-XX.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
s5th General Assembly Reunion

Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Fl. FOuts lett
Monday for Cincinnati where they
are attending the reunion of the
85th General Assembly. The Wis
itors are to be entertained by the
city of Cincinnati which has raised
large sum of money to be used
for entertainment features. A very
elaborate program has been pre-
pared which includes trip over the
railroad owned by the city of Gin
cinnati. to Chattanooga, Tenn, and
other southern points Of interest.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fouts plan to be gone
a week
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Harvey-Phillips Wedding

Rev. w. M. Mackay officiated al
the wedding of Mr.. William Harvey
to Miss Birdie Phillips last Friday
evening, which took place at the
minister's home here. Mr.. Harvey
is good young business man, who
is one of the proprietors of a garage
on lower Main street. He is a son
of the late Johnson Harvey of Wolf
Creek His wife's home is East
Windsor, and she is daughter OF
Earl Phillips. For some time she
has been one of the efficient cor
respondents of this paper. She is
also one of the county's best school
teachers. Mr.. and Mrs. Harvey are
estimable young people with many
friends who extend congratulations
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Double Birthday Surprise

Mr.. r. ]. Timson and his
neighbor Mr.. Earle Wilson of Ken
nebec hill planned and carried out
a successful birthday surprise on
their wives, both birthdays being on
the same day, Tuesday. 1t was held
in the evening at the home of Mr..
Timson and Is guests were present.
Bonnie and Mildred Johnson pre-
sented both Mrs Wilson and their
aunt Mrs. Timson with birthday
cakes. One contained 19 yellow
candles; the other had % pink ones
Both received nice presents, and
games were played and refreshments
served,
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
REINERSVIIIE

Frank Smith of Marietta was in
Reinersvile Friday evening and
played tuba in banu practice.
The Reinersville farmers insti-
tute will be held on Friday and Sat
urday, Nov. 1917. The state speak
ers will be Mr.. Fleming of Washing
ton county and Mrs. Cartwright of
Delaware county. There is some
talk of third speaker, possibly A.
P. Sandles.
If the weather is favorable Rein
ersville band will furnish music for
the social at Bald Knob school
house, Friday evening, Sept. 2S.
Sells Interest in Store
Paul McNabb has sold his inter
est in the McNabb & Welch store
here to his partner, X. X. Welch.
We have not been informed as to
Paul'S intentions as To the future.
The completion of the Forest
Grove high school is so far along as
to permit the high school to COM
mence last Monday morning.
Peter Walters, who lives a short
distance southeast of Olive Green,
had quite severe spell with his
heart early Sunday morning. He
was reported slightly improved by
Sunday evening.
Some of the promoters of the coal
options that have been taken up
were here last week with an engi-
neer from Cambridge They report
the prospect good foc the sale OF
their holdings.
corn. So much of it has been blown
10 mi hn
hard to gather.
John Fitch of near Hooksburg
was caller here Monday
Harold Scott and j. G. Wiley will
have a sale of their partnership
property on the j. c. Wiley farm
near Manchester church, in about a
couple of weeks. We understand
Harold contemplates entering the
mercantile business.
There was quite a large crowd in
attendance at the S. w. Combs sale
last Tuesday Sylvester intends Wis
iting among his friends here some
before going to the home of his son
in Pennsylvania. The farm did not
sell. Other articles sold very well.
John Dewitt who owned a farm a
number of years agu just west of
WOOdgrove, but who is now a RESI-
dent of Delaware, o., was calling on
old friends the first of the week. He
took in the Sylvester Combs sale
Tuesday.
More than 80 members of the
Welch families and friends of the
families partook of picnic dinner
at the X. X. Welch home here Sum
day Ice cream was served by the
host The afternoon was spent in
games and social conversation.
The many friends of George Car
vim gave him surprise Sunday. A
large crowd was present. After par
taking of a bounteOus dinner an
enjoyable afternoon was spent to-
gether.
T w. Patterson will nove some
time in November from his home
near Olive Green, to his new home
at Caldwell. .a
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Goodman-\yhitaxcr Marriage

announcement or me marriage OI
Miss Marjorie M. Whitaker, daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene c.. Whit
aker, Of Fifth street, to Capt. VIM.
M. Goodman, of Virginia, which was
solemnized in New York City on
Saturday, Sept. s, will be received
with delight by the many friends Of
the bride in this city. The cere-
mony was performed at 1880
O'Clock in the parsonage of the Uni
tartan church, with Rev. Mr.. Hunt
officiating. Mrs. E. C. Whitaker,
mother of the bride, was the only
attendant. Since their marriage,
Captain and Mrs. Goodman have
been domiciled in Boston, Mass,
but they will sail today for the
Philippines where they will remain
two years, Captain Goodman to be
in charge of the coast artillery
corps. At the time of her marriage
the bride looked unusually lovely,
wearing a gown of blue satin back
crepe, combined with grey, with
which she wore cape, hat and slip
pers of a matching shade. Mrs
Goodman is the only daughter of
MT. ana MIS-. w HlLdKeF, anu is d.
young woman possessing culture,
charm and personal beauty to a
marked degree. She has always
been very popular here, where she
numbers her friends by the score.
She is graduate or Marietta high
school and of Marietta college, re-
ceiving her diploma from the latter
institution of learning in 1922. She
is member of Alpha Nu Sigma So
rority. For the past several months
she has been located in Boston,
where she was associated with the
Monitor Publishing company. Capt.
Goodman is a graduate Of Virginia
Military Academy and the Boston
School of Technology. He has been
stationed in Boston the past year,
where he was an instructor in the
military training camp. He was
among the first to go overseas dur
ing the world war, where he was
connected with the heavy artillery
service.-Marietta Times, Sept. %.
The home of the bride was for
merly for time in McConnelsville.
and her many friends and acquaint-
ances here will unite in extending
congratulations and best wishes.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Forrest w. White in Ministry

Mr.. Forrest w. White of Mariet-
ia was assigned by the. Ohio confer
ence in session last week at Colum-
bus, to the Marietta circuit for the
coming year. Mr.. White is former
Morgan county young man of, prom
inence. He is son of Mr.. VIM.
White of this place. His many
friends here wish him abundant sue
cess in his new calling.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Methodist Episcopal Church
McKendree w. H. NJ. Society

The w. H. NJ society of McKen-
dree will hold meeting at a home
of Mrs. Nell LighthiZer Sunday af-
ternoon, Oct. 7. A pot luck dinner
will be served, and those attending
church are requested to come to the
meeting at the close of the church
services. Plans for the years work
will be discussed. The devotional
service will be led by Mrs. Jessie
Harmon. An interesting program
will be given. An, earnest invita-
ton to the ladies of this community
is given to join our missionary So
ciety and extend helping hand to
the needy ones Of our own country.
Ky
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
On Business Trip to California

Mr.. C.F. Clendenon of Malta left
Tuesday for Los Angeles, CAL,
where he will look after business
matters and visit his brother Mr.. w.
1. Clenden0n and sister Mrs. George
Mccall, and her son Mr.. Donald Me-
Call. Mr.. Clendenon is associated
with his brother In the real estate
business. He plans to return to
Malta about Christmas.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Escapes with AutO

Walter Lehman of Junction City
who has been cook for the GAINESVILLE
road improvement gang, skipped
Monday afternoon with Ford racer
owned by man by the name of
Quigley, who is employed on the
same road. All the men were
away from camp at work, and Leh-
man took the car and a five gallon
can, bringing them here and at the
Standard filling station had the can
filled with gasoline, also the tank of
the car. He then made his get
away. AS yet he has not been To-
Gated.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Mothers and DAUGHTERS Picnic

Mrs. E. A. Taylor and daughter
Miss Nora Taylor, Mrs. Belle Scott
and daughter Miss Kate Scott, Mrs.
S. E. Farrell and daughter Mrs. Lu-
cille Pharis and Mrs. M. E. .Danford
and daughter Miss Blanche Danford
enjoyed delightful picnic supper in
the Chautauqua grounds Tuesday
evening.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
DEAVERTOWN ASKS VOTE ON
BUILDING ADDITION MATTER

The Deavertown board of educa-
tion has passed resolution asking
for vote for the issuing of $15,-
900, for erecting and equipping of
an addition to the Deavertown
school building. The proposition
will be voted on at the coming cleo
tiOn in November
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
J. w. Hooks 70 Move Here

Mr. and Mrs. C. ]. Hallowell have
sold their property here on north
Kennebec avenue, to Mr. and Mrs
j. w. Hook of Hooksburg. They
will get possession Nov. /, and plan
to move here at that time. The Hal
lowells recently purchased the w
III. Quigley properly.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Mayor Donald G. Ralston received

Mayor Donald G. Ralst0n received
a letter this week from member of
the Civics class of Cherry Valley,
ILL.,, asking about how the streets OF
this place are laid out. The letter
stated that their Civic text book
which they were using, makes cer-
tain reference to the manner In
which our streets here are planned.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
w. ID. Adrian's Trial Oct. 4

The trial of w. d. Adrian, D. c.,
which was postponed, is again set
for hearing, the date being Thurs
day. Oct. 4, at 1880 p. M, before
Mayor d. G. Ralston, in the mayors S
office
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Attention. American Legion

Malconta Post No. "a will hold a
Special meeting Friday evening,
September %, for the purpose OF
making arrangements for the OBJ
servance of Armistice Day 1t is re-
quested that all members come if
nOSSihIe
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Foster Property Sold

DR.. w. R. Foster sold his proper
ty located on East Main street this
week to r. d. Whitehouse. The
property was sold through the
agency of Emmett A. Taylor.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Japanese Relief Fund
Ball Game Saturday at Cloud

A big game of ball is booked for
Saturday at 2 p. m. on the Cloud
diamond, when the Rocky Glens of
this place play picked team from
Renrock and Hoskinsville. Admis-
sion, 20c
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Meeting of Friendship Circle

The Friendship circle met with
Miss Ida Fisher Sept. B. Owing to-
inclement weather and the unusual
ly busy season, many of the ladies
were not able to attend. Those who
did attend enjoyed a very pleasant
time. The next meeting will be
held at the home of Mrs. Amanda
Spencer Oct. 10. Mrs. Spencer and
Mrs. Elsie Ralph will be hostesses.
The following program in charge of
Mrs. Bertha Parmiter will be given:
Song, circle; roll call, commenda-
BILE feature of our last county fair;
talk about the new bills to be
voted upon at next election, Mrs.
Mamie Nicely; solo, Eva Shilling;
Sightseeing by auto from McCon-
nelsville to Buffalo. N. Y, Mrs. Ber-
tha Shilling; current events, Mrs.
Ida Harper, Mrs. Helen Still.-XX.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27

Rev. Earl c. Taylor and bride
stopped off here "Wednesday. when
on their wedding trip to Pittsburgh,
to see the formers uncle Judge J.
S. Taylor. Rev. Taylor has recently
been assigned to the pastorate of
the M. E. church of West Middleton,
Ind
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
Old Friends Gather ut Tracy Home

Once each year Mrs. E. G. Tracy
of the vast side has her old friends
and neighbors in for picnic dinner.
The event occurred this tine, last
Saturday, and they gathered in to
the number of about so. Mrs.
Tracy calls them the Pioneer club
of. Mt. Zion. A fine big picnic dinner
was enjoyed, and in the afternoon
Mrs. Tracy and her daughter Miss
Rose Tracy served ice cream. Mrs.
Tracy is in her 88th year
1t is planned to hold the gather
ing next year on the first Saturday
following the county fair.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27
A paper published at Ell Segu

A paper pubIlShed at Ell SegunuO,
Los Angeles county, CAL, gives
prominent space to the plans of
beautifying the main street of the
place, which plans were submitted
by City Engineer Russell Hutchens,
son of the late w. A. Hutchens of
this Mace
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27

Miss Mary Gregg who was in a
critical condition following an oper-
alton some weeks ago : for appendi-
citis, continues to improve, and is
able to walk about the house some.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27

Mrs. Mary Stewart and son Mr..
Malcolm Stewart of Cleveland came
here Wednesday for visit
with Miss Kate Gillespie and other
friends. Mr.. Stewart is employed
with the Gray Adv. 90. He will re-
turn to Cleveland soon, but his
mother plans to remain for longer
visit
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1923-09-27

Word has been received that Mr..
and Mrs. George Ralston and son
Mr.. John Ralston who have been on
an auto trip to California, are on
their way home, coming over the
Santa Fe trail They will prob
ably if all goes well, get back the
latter part of next week.