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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Death of John II. Smith

Mr.. John B. Smith was found
dead on the floor of his home near
the Conklin Palmer home, on Mon
day afternoon late.
Mr.. Smith made his home with his
son-in-law and daughter Mr.. and
Mrs Zone Meyers, and while; he had
not been in the best of health, yet
his condition was not alarming. Mr.
and Mrs Meyers had gone to town
and upon their return found Mr..
Smith had passed away. He was
the son of the late William and
Jane Brokaw Smith, and was born
in Meigsville township about II
years ago. He was married to Mary
Watkins who died some years ago.
He is survived by one son Oliver OF
near GAINESVILLE; two daughters,
Mrs. Sylvia McDermott Of Zanes-
vile and Mrs. Lizzie Meyers with
whom he lived Two brothers
George of Meigsville and Thomas OF
Deerfield also survive. He was d
member of the Main st. Church OF
Christ.
Funeral services were held We'd
nesday morning at Fairview church
burial in the church cemetery.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Celebrates Goth Hs;rtbdav

On Feb. 28, Mrs. r. P. Davis and
Mrs. d. A. Spung- entertained with
family dinner in honor of their
mother, Mrs Sarah J. Newman it
being her goth birthday. A fine
chicken dinner was served to the
guests. The only cut of town guest
was her sister. Mrs. LaYisa Hughes
of near GAINESVILLE, the other guests
were of the immediate family. Mrs
Newman and Mrs. Hughes are the
only living children of the late VIM.
Woodward, of a family of IA chill
dren. Mrs. Newman received q
number of lovely present, among
them some potted plants. She is in
fairly good health, and enjoyed the
day very much.-XX.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
District Meeting o. T.. y.

Mrs. j. d. Erwin. Mrs. Stella Dur
bin, Mrs. F.. f. Smith, Mrs. B. ID.
Richardson, Mrs Carlos Martin.
Mrs. w. c. Manly. and Mrs. J. 3.
Robinson, representing Valley Chap
ter. No. 10, o. e. s., attended the
meeting of the district organization
held at GAINESVILLE, Friday afternoon
and evening Mrs. Richardson pre-
sided at the business sessions, and
Mrs. Erwin filled the Worthy Mat
ron's station in the exemplification
of the work. About 400 were in at
tendance and the meeting was a de-
cided success. Mrs. Ella G.. Worm
heder, Worthy Grand Matron of
Ohio, gave splendid addresses at
both sessions. Mrs. Vornheder is a
charming, cultured woman, and her
presence added much to the meet
ing. Officers elected for the year
were as follows: President, Mrs.
Blanche Sweitzer, GAINESVILLE: Vice
Pres, Mrs. Cora Waters, West La
fayette; Sec'y, Mrs. Ellen Clum,
Thornville, and Treas, Mrs. Alice
Stevenson of Dresden. Mrs Rich
ardson, who had served as president
for three years, was not candidate
for reelection.
Mrs. Milton Walker and Mrs. II.
H. Choguill represented Webb chap
ter from Stockport, and Mrs. Earl
Hodgin and Miss Marian Reed rep
resented Mt. Olive chapter at Ches-
terhill. Mrs. Walker and Miss Reed
each had a part in the work
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
HEART ATTACK Is FATAL
TO MIR. JOHN CLEMENS

Mr.. John Clemens, aged 70, well
known resident OF the north river
road, who lived about three miles
from here, died suddenly Wednes-
day, about 10 o'clock. Of late he
had been suffering more or less
with heart trouble. However, he
was seemingly much improved and
Wednesday morning started to the
barn to do the milking. His wife
soon after noticed him leaning
against the barn, and fearing some
8hing was wrong, went to him, and
he told her that he was very i'll. He
was assisted to the house, and in
about an hour he passed away. He
was a son of the late VIM. Clemens;
was born in East Bloom township,
and his entire life was spent in that
vicinity. He was a farmer, and also
did much concrete work. He put in
many of the concrete pavements and
walks in this place, and Malta. He
was a good Industrious workman,
and an honorable upright citizen.
His wife who was Volinda Jewett,
survives, and the following chill
dren: Mrs. Sylvia Baker, Port HUI
ron, Mich; Mrs. George B. Davis,
GAINESVILLE; Miss Rachel Clemens,
GAINESVILLE; Mrs. Rhoda Chism, Co.
shocton; William, of Malta; Mrs.
Birdie Greer, East Bloom. and Chris,
who lives near the home. Three
children are deceased. One brother
Taylor Clemens of London, O., also
survives.
Funeral arrangements were not
complete at the time this paper
went to press.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Civic Club Sale

The Community Civic club has ac-
cepted the agency for the sale of
Ever Ready JeIlo, and has received
the first shipment. which is being
hopes to establish a permanent
trade for the sale of this product,
the money to be used as financial
aid for club work. This Jello has
been previously introduced in the
twin cities and is highly recommend
ed. If you have not given this prod
uct a trial. any member of the club
can supply you, and your request
for more is assured. Selling price,
10c, every flavor. all wonderful, Gail
Mrs. c. E. Fisher Mrs. Chas. Abe!
or any other club member.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Mrs. AIthea Paul Passes

Mrs. Althea l. Paul, wife Of John
Paul. died at her home near Garret
station on Saturday, Feb. 26, at
6:45. She had been in falling
health for the past year, and for
several days her condition had been
considered as critical. Mrs. Paul
was lifelong resident of Muskin-
gum county, and besides her hus-
band, leaves the following brothers
and sisters: Mrs. Margaret Gerling
of GAINESVILLE; Mrs. Refine Hartman
of Duncan Falls; John r. Stein
brook OF La Grange, Tex, and Guy
Steinbrook of the home. Funeral
services were conducted Tuesday
afternoon, with Rev Sellers of
Crooksville officiating. Interment
in the Duncan Falls cemetery.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Cooperative Association

J. T. Bowman, Chesterhill, was
chosen director of the Ohio Wool
Growers Cooperative association to
represent this district at the asso-
ciation's annual meeting in Co
lumbus, Tuesday and Wednesday,
Feb. % and 23 The district con-
sists of Morgan county. Present Of
ficers: L.. B. Palmer, president; w.
G. Vandenbark, vice president; j. F.
Walker, secretary, and r. A. Ham
mond. treasurer, were reelected
Secretary Walker is now on leave as
specialist in wool marketing for the
U. S. department of agriculture. A
joint banquet and half way ses-
sion with delegates at the annual
meeting of the Ohio Livestock Co.
operative association was feature
of this years meeting.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
New Era Club

Mrs. Charles Stanbery was hos
tess for the regular meeting of the
New Era club on Monday evening,
Mrs. Lennard Sears presiding. The
program was of unusual interest,
Mrs Dawson gave a fine paper on
VIM Yeats, Irish poet and writer
of plays; Miss Effie Gregg read an
interesting comparison of Yeats
and Maeterlinck; Mrs. Erwin. as
sisted by Mrs. Stanbery, Mrs. Sears
and Mrs. King, read Maeterlincks
play. 1.-THE Intruder" and Mrs.
Adams read a delightful little COM
edy by Yeats. The club decided to
present play under the direction
of Mrs. Sears, some time in the near
future twenty-five members en-
joyed this interesting program.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03

The first meeting of the Civic
club for 1929 was held at the
home of Mrs. Frank Kraps, Tuesday,
March 1 Mrs. Howard Price assist
ing. rs members were present.
Officers for the coming year were
elected as follows: Pres, Mrs. Geo.
Scott: Vice Pres, Mrs. Harry Phil
Inns: Sec'y. Mrs. Frank Beckett;
Cor. Sec'y. Mrs. Donald Ralston
Treas. Mrs. Chas. Abel. Executive
committee. Mrs. G. S. Dye. Mrs.
Evelyn Button, and Mrs. John Err
win. On Tuesday. March LIS, at
3:30 Mrs. Button assisted by Miss
Parsons will entertain the club.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Birthday Dinner

Mrs. Parker Sands of Malta was
hostess to the relatives of the fam
lily, Wednesday evening, celebrat
ling the birthdays of her twin
daughters, Miss Jessie Sands and
Mrs. Bessie Drake. At 6 O'Clock a
delicious three course chicken din
rer was served to the Is relatives
present. A huge birthday cake bear
ing white and pink candles graced
the center of the dining table. The
affair planned as surprise to the
two daughters, and in remembrance
of their birthday, was gracefully
dore. The evening was spent in a
social good time. Music and games
were enjoyed.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Court House News
COMMON PLEAS C0URT

In the cases of Raymond Monroe
as guardian of Elizabeth Barr, an
incompetent, VS.. Eryille Shrivers
and John r. Barr, leave is granted
defendant Erville Shrivers to an
sWer instanter
PROBATE COURT
Blanche e. Schofeld is appoint
ed administrator of the estate of
Stephen III. Schofeld, late of Mar
ion township. Bond, 100000. Ap-
praisers: G. E. Crew, J. v. Bow
man and w. A. Huffman.
Frank McDermott is appointed
guardian ad litem for Henry Shaner,
minor defendant in the matter of
Otis Shaner as executor of the es-
tate of Elizabeth Donahue, deceas-
ed. In the same action order of sale
is issued to sell real estate to pay
debts and costs of administration.
In the matter of the estate of K.
r. Bradley, deceased, j. S. Taylor as
administrator is discharged, final
distribution having been confirmed.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Willis Reyenaugh Wess

hr. Willis +. Revenaugh of Fair
mont, w. Va, was married on Feb.
rs, to Miss Grace Bessinger OF
owosso, Mich. The marriage took
PLACE at Fairmnnt, whittier Miss
Bessinger had journeyed from
Owosso, stopping on her way for a
few days at Pontiac, Mich. where
a number of pre-nuptiaI affairs were
given in her honor. Miss Bessfnger
rs college graduate, and has for
the past three years been a partner
in the management of the Arlington
hotel of Owosso. Mr.. Reyeuaugh. a
former Malta boy, is a graduate of
Malta schools. and has for some
years past held fine position. az
salesman with headquarters at
F'airmont, where he and his bride
will reside. Congratulations and
best wishes are extended from many
local friends.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Rev. Donald Sheridan Accepts Call

Word was received Friday to the
effect that Rev. Donald M. Sheridan,
who has completed two years as pas
tor of the Bedford Christian church,
Cleveland, had been given an unani-
NOUS call to the First Christian
church at Newton Falls, o., short
distance from YOUNGSTOWN. The call
carries with it a handsome increase
in salary, in addition to a modern
parsonage. Rev. Sheridan has ac-
cepted the call and will enter upon
his work shortly after the first of
April. He was in competition with
more than twenty ministers and the
fact he receive da unanimous call
from both board and congregation
speaks well for the young minister.
Rev. Sheridan is the son of Mr.. and
Mrs. F. w. Sheridan OF 1916 Grand
view ayenue.-Portsmou Times.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Death of jerome Moody

Jerome Moody, a well known and
prominent farmer of Homer town.
ship, died at his home, Feb. %, fol-
lowing a short illness. Mr.. Moody
was about rs years of age and is
survived by his wife. Funeral ser
vices were held at Pisgah church,
the following Friday morning at 10
o'clock. An old time friend of Mr..
Moody, the Rev. John Price of
Thurston and the Rev. Browning Of
Glouster, conducted the services.
Burial was made in the cemetery at
Pisgah
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
p. L. A. Notice

An interesting P. T. A. meeting
was held Monday evening at the
high school auditorium. The pres
ident, Chas. Havener, presided
Much business was transacted. The
literary and musical program con-
sisted of an excellent address by a
teacher, VIM. Porter, on the theme,
"Cooperative work between parent
and teacher Miss Emma Lee
Stewart sang two vocal solos, ac-
companied by Miss Clara Nuber.
Supt. G.. C. Carr leaves Friday to
attend the Eastern Ohio P. T. A.,
at New Concord.-XX
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
III. b. Hooper Carrier On Rt. Five

Tuesday of this week Mr.. Fl. B.
Hooper who has been carrier on
McConnelsville route three, was
transferred to route five, which
was recently started Mr. F. B.
Ray who has been temporarily car
rying the mail on route five, will
take route three, for the present,
and until the result of the Civil ser
vice examination is announced,
when a permanent carrier will be
named. Mr. Hooper is the oldest
McConnelsville r. F. d. carrier, and
the change is a promotion, which he
has earned through better than 20
years of faithful service.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Special Program At NJ. f. Church

The following program will be
given at the McConnelsville M E.
church, on Sunday evening March
s, at 7:30. This is an open meet
ing under the auspices of the Fran
els Asbury missionary society: An
them, choir; pageant, "a Love
Gift" solo, Mrs. Jerrold Scott; ad-
dress, Mrs. Chris Ludy; hymn, con-
gregation.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Mrs. Clawson Sells Farm

Mrs. Jennie Clawson has sold her
farm near Salt Run, better known
as the Clancy place, to Mr.. F. P.
Foster, who at present is employed
as salesman for the Twin City gar
age Mrs. Clawson had a public
sale Tuesday. and with her father
Mr. M. M. Huff will move here
about April /, to the property she
recently purchased of Mrs. Bertha
Savage on Liberty street.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
wa. m. DEWITT AND WIFE
CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING

1he golden wedding anniTeTSarF
OF Mr. and Mrs. ". H Dewitt was
celebrated Saturday. Feb 26, at the
parlors of the MeConnelsviIle NJ. f..
church. The sons and daughters.
other immediate relatives and a
few friends of the family, and all To
the number of so persons were pres
ent At l O'Clock in the afternoon
Rev. O. j. Moore, pastor Of the To-
cal NJ. f. church officiating. and
Mr.. and Mrs. Dewitt again repeated
them as one, according to the holy
ordinances of matrimony. After
those present had tender congratu-
| lations, the bride and groom were
seated at the banquet table on OPP
F, posite sides of the large wedding
cake, their sons and daughters be-
ing grouped about them with the
grandchildren and other relatives
at tables to right and left. After
the wedding dinner, Stanley Dewitt
as toastmaster called upon some Of
those present for remarks. First to
respond being Mr.. and Mrs. Dewitt
each of whom expressed their
thankfulness for the many blessings
of the past so years. and their ap-
probation of the presence of SO
many of their friends and relatives
on this occasion G.. o. McGonagie,
friend of the family. was present,
and spoke of his long acquaintance
with Mr.. Dewitt, and briefly review
ed the history of the past so years
of this community in which the
bride and groom have had a con-
spicous and honorable part. Rev
Moore with a brief felicitous ad-
dress closed the speaking program.
Many beautiful and appropriate
gifts were received by the high
contracting parties, presented on
behalf of their children other rela-
tives and the Mems Bible class of
the M. E. church of which Mr.. Dey-
lit is a member. The afternoon
was spent in social good time,
music being furnished by quartet
composed of the nephews of Mr.
Dewitt. The only person present
who witnessed the marriage of so
years ago was Mrs. Maria Dewitt of
Delaware, O.. widow of John Dew
| lit, deceased.
The most pleasant feature of the
occasion was the fact that all of the
children Of Mr.. and Mrs. Dewitt were
present as follows: Stanley o. Dew
lit and family of Butler, Ind; Carl
Dewitt and family of the old home
farm in Meigsville township, this
county; Clarence Dewitt and fam
lily of Meigsville township; Mrs.
Della Dunkle and family of Bristol
township; Nellie Dewitt Baker of
! GAINESVILLE; Mrs. Florence Shana-
felt and family of Willoughby, 0.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Dewitt are en-
joying good health.
VIM H. and Mary Ogan Dewitt
lived o. the same farm in MeigsTilie
township after they were married
until about seven years ago when
they moved to McConnelsville,
where they have since resided, In
both localities they have made many
friends because they were friend
ly. They have won universal respect
because they have respected the
rights of others. May they go down
another pleasant pathway OF 80
years together.
The Democrat joins their legiou
of friends in extending heartlest
congratulations
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Miss Gordon To Be Deputy

When MIR. Harry w. Gordon takes
the office of county auditor, March
14th, Miss Gertrude Anderson, pres
ent deputy, will remain until June
II when she will be succeeded by
Miss Evelyn Gordon. Miss Gordon
is now at the Ohio university, and
will finish this years work. Mr..
Gordon plans to run the office with
but one regular deputy.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Florida Party

Mr.. and Mrs. James B. Nutting
of Sayre, who are spending the win
ter in ST. Petersburg, Fla. enter
tained delightfully."- short time ago
at their southern home. The guests
were Morgan county folk, or rather
twin city folk, and the list included
Mr.. and Mrs. r. X. Brown and
Miss Brown, Mr.. and Mrs. E. j.
Arrick, Mrs. Howard Coulson and
Mr.and Mrs. Brownell Porter.
Bridge contests were enjoyed, Mr.
Porter winning the prize for high
score. Mrs Nutting served delight
full refreshments and the party was
most pleasant for all.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
AIRED Trimble Man Passes

Edward White of Trimble died
at his home in Trimble on Feb. %,
and was buried in the cemetery at
Maplewood, Athens county, the fol-
lowing Friday. Mr.. White was 70
wears of age, and leaves wife and
four children-James White, Zanes-
vile; Herbert White, Mrs. Pearl
Kloh and Mrs. Daisy Dunlevy of
Trimble A sister Mrs. j. T. Brown
of Pawnee City, Neb., also sur
wives.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Swifts Ferry Let

The commissioners of Morgan
aud Washington counties met here
in joint session Friday. The meet
ing was called to consider bids for
the operating of the joint ferry at
Swifts. Two bids had been submit
ted-A. T.. Ramsey at So per day,
and Wilford AntiIi, s2.58 per day.
The latter was awarded the contract
for a period Of one year. t
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
EITyS Ethel Farm

E. D. WittIig of Lowell, O., has
purchased the Everett Ethel farm.
located above Malta, the former
children's home farm. Mr. Ethel
will not give possession until Sep
teuber, when Mr.. Wittlig and wife
expect to move onto the farm. This
farm was sold through the agency
of Emmett A Taylor.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Would Operate Bus To Marietta

Mr.. w D. Thomas of Marietta ap-
piled Monday to the state public
utilities commission for permission
to operate a motor bus passenger
service, between Marietta and Nc
Connelsville. He would give, it is
stated, two hour service daily, by
means of three 12-passenger buses.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
III. s. Debate Tonight

The affirmative NJ & M high
school debating team, of the district
debating league, will debate Coshoc-
toms negative team here at the
high schol auditorium, tonight, and
M. &M.'s negative team goes to Co.
shocton to debate the affirmative
team there. The subject is: Re-
solved that the method of nominal
ing state and county officials by the
direct primary should be abolished
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03

Mrs. Grace Dayer and brother
Roy Price of Detroit, and Gilbert
Price of Connecticut, who attended
the funeral service of their father
20. w. Price, at GAINESVILLE last
week, were over Sunday guests at
the homes of Messrs.. Albert and
Howard Price.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Bert Bragg Suffers Stroke

Mr.. Bert Bragg who resides at
Bragg station below Malta, suffered
a light stroke of paralysis Wednes-
day night, and is in rather bad
condition
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03

The annual conference of the
eastern Ohio parent-teachers' asso-
citation will convene Friday. March
A. at New Concord. Delegates from
130 local organizations, represent
ing Is counties of this section of
the state, will be in attendance.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Deaths Toll


Mrs. Althea I. Paul, GAINESVILLE.
Jerome Moody, Clouster Route.
Edward White, Trimble.
John B. Smith Malta.
Mrs. Rebecca Ellis, Stockport.
George Sutton, GAINESVILLE.
Mrs. Caroline Jones, H0Oksburg.
John Clemens, McC0nnelsYiiie.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03

Main Street Church of Christ
missionary society will meet next
Tuesday, March 8, at Myrtle
,Strahl's. Assistant hostess, Mrs.
Ruth Forsythe; deyotionals, Mrs.
Mary Chidester; program leaders,
Nina Ham, Laura Fleming; Hidden
answers, Charlotte Kuhn.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03

The Hon. George White presided
at the final report dinner for the
Service Pension Fund campaign of
the Presbyterian church, held at the
Betsy Mills club at Marietta on
Monday evening. An interesting
program was presented. Those at
tending from the local church were
Judge and Mrs. I'll. M. Finley. Rev.
and Mrs. Grove, S. A. Finley. Rev.
and Mrs. Van Artsdalen, Mrs. Rosa
Fouts. e. O. Mcdonald and Emmett
Taylor.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
McElhiney Addresses Rotarians

At the regular weekly meeting OF
the Rotary CLUB. held Tuesday night
at the Malta hotel, Atty. T. E. Nc
EEhiney was the principal speaker.
He delivered most interesting ad-
dress on the subject, do We
Think"
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1927-03-03
Miss Mary SpilIman Very Ill

Miss Mary Spillman, Is year old
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. w. c..
SpiIlman of Cloud, Bristol town.
shin, is very ill, suffering with a
nervous breakdown. Tuesday she
was taken TO GAINESVILLE to the Be
thesda hospital for treatment and
!. observation.