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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Mrs. Lulu NJ. Wiley Dies

Mrs. Lulu M. Wiley, 60, wife OF
Charles w. Wiley, died Friday after
noon at the family home in Cam
bridge. She was born at Eagleport
but for the past so years had made
Cambridge her home. Besides her
husband, she leaves four daughters
Mrs. Hazel Shillins, Cambridge;
Mrs. Bessie White, Zanesville; Mrs
Margaret butcher, Warren, and
Mrs. Nellie Schosser, Akron; one
son, Lewis Wiley, Flint, Mich, and
two sisters, Mrs. Ida Peoples, Cum.
berland, and Mrs. Sarah Lee, Zanes-
vile. One son, Charles, is deceas.
ed.
Funeral services for Mrs. Wiley
were held Monday afternoon, at the
home, conducted by Rev. Clark
Cooper, pastor of the First Metho-
dist Episcopal church, Cambridge
with burial in Norwood cemetery.
Cambridge
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
HERBERT A. JONES in
AUTO ACCIDENT

Mr.. Herbert A. Jones, prominent
citizen of GAINESVILLE, president and
manager of the Bailey Drug COM
pany, and former resident of Rokeby
Lock, was badly injured Tuesday
evening of last week while on a
hunting trip in the vicinity of Leip-
sic. He was in an automobile with
party of friends, and in attempting
to pass another machine, their auto
mobile struck the soft shoulder on
the BERN and overturned three
times He suffered injuries about
his breast, and had bad cut in his
left eye. When rescuers arrived at
the scene of accident they found Mr..
Jones unconscious, and at first they
thought he had been killed. He was
taken to a nearby farm house where
he regained consciousness, and
Wednesday he was removed to the
home of his sister, Mrs. r. S. Nc
Kay, in Columbus, where he remain
ed until taken to his home in Zanes-
vile this week. The machine was
demolished.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
GEORGE III. BARKHURST AND
FAYE WILLIAMS TO WED

The marriage of Mr.. George III.
Barkhurst of Malta and Miss Faye
Williams of Pennsville will take
place at the home Of the bride
Thursday morning, Thanksgiving
day, at 10:30 o'clock, Rev. M. +.
Mcdonald, pastor Of the Methodist
Protestant church at Pennsville, Of
ficiating The single ring ceremony
will be performed and the attend
ants will be Charles Barkhurst,
younger brother Of the groom, and
Miss Mary Eva Williams, youngest
sister Of the bride. Present at the
wedding will be the members Of the
immediate families and close rela-
tives. The wedding dinner will be
served at the Williams home
The bride is daughter Of
Jesse and Mary Newton Williams Of
Pennsyille. She is graduate Of
Pennsville high school, class of
1892. She has been employed as a
clerk with the HI. White & Company
store, where by her pleasing person.
ality and accommodating manner
she has made many friends. Mr..
Barkhurst who also is well known
and has a wide circle of friends, is
son of Charles M. and Erma Hoff-
mann Barkhurst of Malta He is
graduate of M. & M. high school,
class of 1929. He took two year
course at Ohio Wesleyan rniver-
sity at Delaware, following which
he attended Ohio State university
for short time, and later was in
Arizona for while where he was a
student at the University of Ari-
zona at Tucson. He is now and has
been for some time, employed with
his father at the Ace-Hi Filling Sta
tion in Malta.
Mr. Barkhurst and his bride will
go to housekeeping in the down
stairs apartment of the Mrs. Vivian
Kennard property in Malta, which
they have furnished and ready for
occupancy.
The Democrat joins the many
friends of both, in this and the
Pennsville locality, in extending con-
gratulations and best wishes
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
HENRY NJ. COLEMAN DIES
NEAR HACKNEY

Henry Martin Coffman, 70, who
spent practically all OF his life In
Washington county, passed away
last Thursday at the home OF his
brother, Clarence Cohman, near
Hackney. He had been iii for sew.
eral months. The deceased was q
son of the late Henry and Rebecca
Morey Coffman. For 10 years he
resided with his brother Clarencs
of Coal Run, and went to near Hack
ney when his brother moved there
not long ago. He was a farmer BY
occupation Besides the brother
named he leaves three sisters, Mrs.
Rosetta Perkins of McConnelsville
and Mrs. Martha Cooper and Mrs.
Annie Wills of Buffalo, o. He was
a member of Beverly lodge, No. s a,
I. 0. o. F..
Funeral services were held at the
C. H. Mindling funeral home, Bev-
erly, Saturday morning, at 10
O'Clock. with Rev. Frank LIE Page,
of Beverly, officiating Interment
was made at Buffalo.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Savage, Mrs.
Perkins, and Miss Lillian Coffman,
McConnelsville; VIM. Dolan, Hooks
burg, and Clarence Perkins, Zanes-
vile. were among those who attend
ed the funeral.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
OHIO FUEL GAS COMPANY
WINS NATIONAL AWARD

Recognizing the safe working
practices exercised by the $500 en-
pIoyes of the Ohio Fuel Gas com
pany, the organization has been pre-
sented 1.-THE Certificate of Merit"
by the National Safety Council, for
winning third place in the public
utilities section of the annual safety
contest, according to E. w. Shuler,
local manager.
This achievement was especially
creditable, due to the fact that first
and second places were won by COM
panies whose construction work is
carried on by labor hired outside
their regular organizations.
The contest was conducted from
July /, 1895, to June 80, 1886.
During this interval, the Ohio Fuel
Gas company had only 46 disabling
injuries while working 6,S9O,854
man hours.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
MEMS FELLOWSHIP SUPPER
AT Nj. f.. CHURCH

The second mems Fellowship sup
per for the season was held last
Thursday evening at the Methodist
Episcopal church. The ladies of the
Women's Home Missionary society
served a fine chicken dinner at 6 80
o'clock, to the 81 men present, after
which short addresses were made by
William M. Manahan, farmers in
stitute speaker, and Rev. VIM E.
AustilI of Framingham Center,
Mass Mr.. Austill conducted a re-
ligious institute here year ago at
the Main Street Church of Christ,
and just recently held one at the
Grace M. E. church, GAINESVILLE.
1t is planned to hold one of these
suppers every month. The primary
object of them is to develop good
fellowship, and while they are being
sponsored by the Shinn and Fouts
Bible classes, of the M. E. church,
all men of the town are invited 1t
is the aim to have everything over
by o'clock.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
d, ath OF Reuben WyncOOp

Reuben Wyncoop, "a. died Mon
day morning about A O'Clock, at the
county LONE, where he had made
h;s home since March, 1882. Death
followed an illness of several weeks
with heart trouble. His wife who
was Elizabeth Jones, died about
five years ago. Practically all of his
life was spent at this place. When
about middle age he suffered an at
tack of typhoid fever, which settled
in one of his legs, which necessitated
having it removed His nearest liv-
ing relative is Frank RambO of Ak
ron, who is a nephew.
The body was removed to the
Miller undertaking parlors. where
funeral services were held Wednes-
day afternoon at o'clock, conduct
ed by Rev. Paul I. Wachs, with bur-
ial in the McConnelsville cemetery.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
ATTY G.. A. GRAHAM NAMED
TO BANKRUPTCY POST

Atty Clarence A. Graham OF
GAINESVILLE, has been appointed to
the position Of referee in bank
ruptcy for the southern Ohio dis
trict, by Federal Judge Nell G. Un-
derwood, Columbus. He was sworn
into his new office Tuesday, at CO.
lumbus, by Judge Underwood. The
district over which Atty Graham
will have jurisdiction, includes the
counties of Muskingum, Guernsey,
Noble, Monroe, Washington, Nor
gan, Perry, Fairfield, Coshocton and
Licking. Mr.. Graham has been
prominent in Democratic politics, and
is state central committeeman Of
this district He replaces e. II.
Myers of GAINESVILLE, who has held
the position for 20 years. Atty
Graham has many friends in this
county, who are pleased to learn Of
his appointment.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
WAYNE REX In AUTO CRASH

Wayne Rex, is, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Earl Rex, of Reinersville, was
severely injured Sunday night, when
the machine he was driving skidded
on route 78, between Sharon and
Olive Green, and crashed into a
tree stump. The new coach the boy
was driving, which belonged to his
brother, Hubert Rex, was badly dam
aged. Rex received injuries to his
jaw, also had broken nose, and a
cut about his eye, and was badly
bruised.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Take Seventh Degree In Grange

Among those who took the sew
enth degree at the national grange
meeting recently in Columbus, were
Mrs. Elmer Harris, Miss Florence
Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Cassius Glenn
ents, Miss Mildred Masterson, Gill
more Gilbert, Mrs. w. F. Buchanan,
Mrs. Roy Dunkle, Frank Porter and
wife, Robert, Metie, Pauline, Ruth,
Johnnie and jeanette Porter, G. S.
Strong and wife, Clair White and
wife, Faye Strong, Dale Strong,
Robert Moore, Della Spencer, Mar
ian Tavenner, Ivan McKitrick, w.
B. Smith, Mrs. Harry Kennard,
Floyd and Geraldine Lindimore, Jes-
sic Harmon, Haven Hammond, wife
and son John, Homer Mccormick
and wife and Jean Mccormick, Mr..
and Mrs. L. M. Ryan, Sheldon Ryan,
and Charles Finley; about 25 from
Fairview grange, Marion township,
and many others. In all about 200
from this county were in the class
which was the largest class ever
gathered in the United States for
similar affair
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
MUSIC TEACHERS MEET

The music teachers of the county
met Monday evening here at the
home of County Superintendent and
Mrs. G. w Mallett. Miss Keller,
supervisor of music in the state de-
partment of education, was present.
Those attending the meeting were
Mr.. Robert Smith and wife, the for
mer the music instructor in Stock
port, Reinersville, and Bristol
schools: Miss Frances Campbell.
Deavertown, Triadelphia and Rose
Farm; Miss Tilden, Pennsville and
Chesterhill, and Miss Hixson of
Ringgold, Mountville, and Tunnel
Hill. Miss Jenkins of the superin-
tcndent's office was also present.
The evening was spent in an infor-
7naI M.1ner. Refreshments were
served.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
SAM KOONS MARRIED

Mr.. Samuel Koons, son of Mrs.
Jason Drury, and of the late S. l..
Koons of McConnelsville, was mar
ried last week to Miss Elisa A.
Humphrey of Reading, o. Mr..
Koons after graduating from M. &,
M. high school took course in
pharmacy at the Cincinnati school of
pharmacy, and later passed the state
pharmacy test. He is employed as
pharmacist of drug store in Ak
ron. He and his wife will reside in
that city
The Democrat joins many friends
in extending best wishes
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26

An enjoyable family gathering
was had Sunday, Nov. 22, at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Prince Nc
Kibben and son Paul, at their home
on Malta hill. Those present were
MIR. and Mrs. Jesse Alderman and
daughter Eleanor Jean, Mr.. and Mrs.
Duane McKibben and daughter Bar
Fbara Pauline, Mrs. Linnie Miles and
son Chester, Mr.. and Mrs. Delford
Grubb and son James, Mr.. and Mrs.
Mark Grubb, Miss Colleen Burt.
Miss Lila Woodward. Miss Grace
Alderman and Lawrence Alderman.
At noon a pot luck dinner was serv-
ed, and the afternoon was spent so-
cially.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
ATTEND O. S. U.-MICHIGAN GAME

George Abel, jr., Howard Law
renee, James Mcbride and Samuel
Cordray, members of this years M.
& M. football squad, attended the
Ohio State University Michigan foot
ball game Saturday. The trip was
made possible through Mr.. R. X.
Brown who gave the tickets. The
boys who received the tickets, drew
lots.
Others from here who attended
the game were: Mr.. and Mrs. Rom
aid Gordon, Misses Juanita Hooper,
Mary Louise Dye and Helen Lynn;
Russell Smith, Frank and Fred Nc
Donald, Ross Hooper, Donald Mace
and Tommy Bell.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
LOST HAT AND COAT CAUSE
MUCH EXCITEMENT

tie excitement was caused here
when a lady's coat and hat wera
found on the river bridge at this
place. 1t was thought that some
one left the articles of clothing
there and then jumped into the riv-
er. However after officers had in
vestigated, it was learned that the
garments had been lost from
truck
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
THESE GOT THE TURKEYS

On Tuesday, Nov. "a, which eli
NAKED the last four days of the
special sale at the A. A. Coulson
store, which was advertised in this
paper last week, eight fine turkeys
were given away Beginning at 10
O'Clock a. M, and closing at p. M,
one was given away each hour to a
lucky customer, the winners being
Mrs. Robert Barkhurst, McConnels-
ville B. H. Loomis, Pennsville; Mrs.
Ed Schwendeman, J. H. Stalker,
Kathleen Abel, Burdette Ham and
r. D. Croy, all of McConnelsville,
and John Barkhurst, Malta.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
w. HI. HOON RECOVERING

Mr.. w. HI. Hoon, well known res
ident of Bishopville, who underwent
a major operation Nov. 21 at the
White Cross hospital, Columbus, is
recovering. Mr. Hoon served as
work shop inspector under the late
Governor Willis. Sunday he reach
ed his 18th birthday. His wife has
been with him at the hospital. He
is the father of Rev. Miles Hoon.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Mrs. Grace Glen Loomis Dies

Mrs. Grace Loomis, aged 27, of
Lancaster, died at her home last
Thursday, after an illness. She was
a daughter of Edward and Mar
garet Glen and was born near Bev
erly. She graduated frim the Stock
port high school in 1927 and later
attended Muskingum college. For
several years she taught in the
Stockport grade schools. On May 2,
1886, she was married to Hardy
Loomis, of Lancaster, who survives
her Besides her husband and par
ents, she leaves a number of other
relatives.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
WATERLOO WONDERS COACH
WILL BE INVESTIGATED

A finding of $3,O68 has been made
against M. e. Hairston, former high
school principal and coach of the
famous Waterloo Wonders basket
ball team, by state examiner 1t
is stated that Hairston had not ac-
counted for receipts in the said
amount in basketball receipts for
the 1934-1935 season. The prose
cutting attorney of Lawrence cOun-
ty will make an investigation of the
matter
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26

inherited the remaining two-thirds.
Maggie Cooper, executrix of es-
tate of j. G. Cooper, deceased files
first and final account, which is ap-
proved. Said fiduciary who is allow
ed compensation in the sum of $101,
is discharged.
Glenn J. Evans, guardian of CO.
lumbus Cheadle, minor, files first
and final account, which is approv-
ed. Said ward having arrived at
full legal age, guardian is discharg-
ed.
Henry Hook as administrator of
the estate of Byron Hook, deceased,
files first and final account which is
approved. Said estate is settled ac-
cording to law.
Edna Kean is appointed admin
istratrix of the estate of Boyd L..
Kean, sr. Bond, $1,000, with J. A..
Hayes and J. R. McAnulty as sure
ties. Less Wootton, Roland Walk
er and Chas. Dewitt are named ap-
praisers.
RECORDERS OFFICE
Martin and Gladys Primmer to
Geo. N. Huck, 1926 acre, Malta vii
Iage, IL.
j. H. and Minta Beck to Geo. L.
and Eliza E. Fleming, one acre,
Marion, 81.
Della Hecker to Erma C. Kethler,
1O9.54 acres, Windsor, 81.
Daisy D. and T. J. Harker to
Clyde v. Donovan, one-fifth inter-
est in the A. j. Donovan estate, To-
Gated in Morgan county, 81.
Lemuel j. Harmer, deceased, to
Lena and Ernest Harmer, two
Pennsville lots, certificate for trans
fer.
Ernest and Algeria Harmer to
Lena Harmer, two Pennsville lots,
81.
Lizzie Eddleblute to. Golda b
Bishop. 25-100 acre, Stockport, 81.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Planting At New Postoffice

The Rathburn nursery at Angola,
Ind, which had the contract for the
planting of shrubbery at the new
postoffice building, were here the
latter part of last week, and finish
ed the job The planting was ac-
cording to the specifications of the
government, and included English
hawthorne, evergreens and other
shrubbery. The firm named was
awarded the contract at their bid of
$3.50. This is the 5Oth similar con-
tract this firm has had, and it has
several paintings yet this fall to
complete.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Goth Wedding Anniversary

Mr.. and Mrs. Calvin Ross of Rose
Farm celebrated their 60th wedding
anniversary, Monday. Mr.. and Mrs.
Ross have spent their entire lives in
Perry and Morgan counties. They
were married at Moxahala, Perry
county. For the past 35 years they
have resided at Rose Farm. Two OF
their children are living, Theodore
Ross, Rose Farm, and Mrs. Mamie
Paxson of Glenford. They have 81
grandchildren and 80 great grand
children, many of whom were pres.
ent for the celebration.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Court House News
COMMON PLEAS COURT

Clement w. Keaser, who was
serving sentence in Jail, charged
with driving an automobile while
intoxicated, paid the remainder of
his fine, Saturday. The sentence
was for 500 and costs. of $780,
30. He entered Jail Sept. %. Keas-
er was at one time = CCC camp,
Malta.
Divorce Granted
The divorce case of Allan ]. Mark
VS.. Reba S. Mark was heard Tues
day by Judge j. @. LyIe. 1t was
uncontested and plaintiff was grant
ed divorce on grounds of three years
wilful absence. Plaintiff to pay
costs.
Cases Settled
The money only cases of Charles
S. NickersOn, executor of the es-
tates of Thomas E. Molyneux, de-
ceased, and Of J. r. Molyneux, de
ceased, VS.. Val and Eva j. Combs,
money only, have been settled and
costs paid
Sustains Probate Court
The matter of the settlement of
the estate of David w. Jackson, de-
ceased, which had been appealed
from the probate court and heard
by Judge U. S. McGonagle of New
Lexington, was sustained by the
higher court.
The case of the Citizens National
bank, GAINESVILLE, VS.. Board of Edu-
cation of York township, action to
recover money, which was heard in
common pleas court here, and taken
to the court of appeals, was heard
Tuesday by the court of appeals at
GAINESVILLE. This case was filed in
the local common pleas court Nov.
|27, 1881.
PROBATE COURT
Chester S. Strong, as executor of
the estate of Margaret Still, deceas-
ed, files first and final account.
Enfield Brokaw Will Admitted
The will Of j. Enfield Brokaw, de-
ceased, late of Windsor township, is
admitted to probate and record. BY
terms of the will, all property, real
and personal, is bequeathed to his
daughter, Della Mae Wainwright,
to be hers absolutely. The said
daughter is named executrix of the
will, with desire that no bond be
required Of her. The will which
bears date of Oct. 5, 1886, is
witnessed by H. D. Faires, r. w.
Dewitt and Francis, S. Doudna. A
son, Dennis r. Brokaw, resides in
Lambert, Montana.
In the matter Of the estate of r.
E. Molyneux, deceased, upon the
motion of the executor of said es-
tate to compound the claims Of the
estate against Val and Eva j.
Combs, amounting to $892.12 for
$3.50 and claim against same par
ties amounting to $1,349.58 for the
sum of $1,O66.66.s it appearing that
said claims are of doubtful value
and cannot be collected in full, it
would be for best interest Of estate
to accept said sums, and it is or
dered that executor accept same and
give an acquaintance to said debtor.
In the mattere Of estate of John r.
Molyneux, executor of said estate Is
ordered to accept the sum Of ST.
O66.67, for claims amounting to
$1.349.58.
In the estates of T. e. and John
r. Molyneux, deceased, authority to
transfer real estate, $4,000 acres,
Center township, to Margaret G..
Molyneux, sister, who was previous
ly owner of one-third interest, and
at the death of her brothers named,
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26

Last Friday evening the Malta
McConnelsville Rotary club observ-
ed ladies' night. The meeting was
at the Kennebec hotel. Guests in
cluded the wives of the members,
also widows of the late members. In
all 62 partook of the elegant dim
ner. Dr. Ashley Chapel of Park
ersburg was the speaker.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
ATTEND FUNERAL OF THEIR
GREAT GRANDMOTHER

Mrs. Lorene Winegardner and her
sister, Mrs. Harold Blank, of this
place, attended the funeral Friday
of their great grandmother, Mrs.
Kirkpatrick, "a, near Lima. Mrs.
Winegardner and sister were accom-
panied home by their grandmother,
Mrs. Hattie Davidson; who will
make her home with them. She is
in quite poor health.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
JAMES FLANAGAN PROMOTED

Mr.. James Flanagan, jr., who
went to London prison farm some
weeks ago to accept position as
guard and assistant athletic direc-
tor, has been promoted to superin-
tendent Of the hospital at that
place. He spent several days here
this week with his parents.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
UNDER QUARANTINE

Mr.. John Conn, 21, SON Of Mr..
and Mrs. d. B. Conn, near Hackney,
is under quarantine, with diphtheria.
Leola Wadaker, II, of Plantsville,
has scarlet fever, and the home is
under quarantine. She is high
school senior.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
INDOOR CARNIVAL

The indoor carnival which open
ed Monday evening at the armory,
is having good crowds 1t has many
attractions, and the warm cozy room
makes it popular place to spend
evenings. The biggest events are
yet to come, including two cake
walks. one tonight Wednesday J
and another Friday night This af-
ternoon at 1870 is the turkey shoot.
The carnival is sponsored by the
Malconta Post band and the local
Eagles lodge.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
CAN HUNT FHEASANTS
NOVEMBER 26

Game Protector Alvin Parmiter
received word Tuesday from the
state department, that the open sea-
son for killing pheasants had been
extended one day. 1t was supposed
to have closed Nov. 25, but they can
be hunted Thanksgiving day, Nov.
26.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
Deaths Toll

Nov. 10 to 26, 1885

Nov. 10 to 20, 1896
MOntfOrd Knapp, Blue Rock.
Henry Coffman, Hackney. :
Mrs. Lulu M. Wiley, Cambridge.
Lemuel Davis, McConnelsville.
Reuben Wyncoop, McConnelsville.
Mrs. Grace Loomis, Lancaster.
Mrs. Gladys Smith. Parkersburg.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26

George w. Ward, 83, died Satur-
day at his home in Beverly. Besides
his wife and son and two daugh.
ters, he leaves seven grandchildren,
four great grandchildren, and three
sisters. One daughter is the wife
Of DR.. s. A. Cunningham of Mariet-
ta. Funeral services were held
Tuesday in the Beverly NJ. =.
church, after which the body was
taken to Aurora, Ind, where bur-
iai was made.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
o. E. DUVALL RECOVERING
FROM OPERATION

Mr.. o. e. Duvall. we'll known
groceryman Of this place, who un-
derwent major operation week
ago at University hospital, Colum-
bus, for removal Of a growth from
his brain, is recovering from the
operation, and may be able to be
removed to his home here the lat
ter part Of this week. However the
physician hardly feels that the op-
Grafton will permanently improve
his condition.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1936-11-26
George Ralston, Jr., Very Ill

George Ralston, jr., nine year old
son of John Ralston, and grandson
of Mr.. and Mrs. George Ralston OF
McConnelsville, who has been SER
iously i'll for more than a week with
pneumonia, and whooping cough, is
a little better. He was removed
from his home in Caldwell, to Be-
thesda hospital, and since Friday he
has been in an oxygen tent