Various Newspaper articles 
from Urbana Daily Citizen and St Paris Dispatch 
1906-1919

Aug 28 1906 Urbana Daily Citizen

Gordon

Mr. and Mrs. William Gordon and daughter of Washington, D.C, have been the guests of Mr.
and Mrs. EARL MORRISON and Miss ROSE HORN during the past two weeks.

Kelley

Griffith KELLEY is home from Detroit where has been spending the last ten days.

Bensinger

Mrs.W.F.Bensinger and daughter, of North Walnut Street, have gone to

Mansfield and Galion for an extended visit with friends.

Conway

Mrs Hugh Conway and baby, who have been visiting Mrs Mary DOWNEY in East Lawn 
avenue left during the past week for Dayton, where they are visiting before 
returning to their home in Cincinnati.

Clarke

Mrs Jackson Clark and daughter, Miss Vena, of Fyffe Street, have gone to Logansport,Ind, 
where they will visit Mr and Mrs Whitelaw Clark.

Lawler

Mr & Mrs Will Lawler, of Springfield, were in the city on  Friday attending the 
funeral of Calvin PARLETT

Mrs Holly ARROWSMITH, of Orange street, spent the past week with friends and 
relatives in the country.

James MURPHY, of Galion, spent Sunday evening with his sisters in Laurel Oak street.

Miss Rhea SEIGLE has been in the city from Dayton during the past few days the guest of her father Mr John SEIGLE.

Harry and Raymond OBRIEN spent Sunday with Columbus friends.

Miss Nell MURPHY returned from Baltimore on Saturday, where she spent the last two months.

Mrs LUKES and son John were in the city Sunday from St Paris and spent the day with friends  in North Russell street.

Mr and Mrs Michael MALONE, of Lincoln Avenue, were in Columbus Sunday

spending the day with relatives.

Mr and Mrs Harry MILLER , of Springfield, were in the city on friday,

attending the funeral of the late CHARLES DOLSON.

P.F.McNally, of Springfield, spent Sunday afternoon visiting relatives and friends in this .section of the city

Miss Sara Campion left Sunday for South Bend,Ind, where she will visit

relatives.

Virgil MURPHY of Gahon, returned home on Saturday, having spent a week with relatives
in this city.

Miss Anna KENNEY, of Cincinnatti, has been in the city for several days, the guest of 
her cousin Mrs James Doyle, and other relatives.

James CONREY, of Piqua, who has been the guest of David POWERS, in North Main Street, 
returned home during the week.

Elmer PARLETT was in the city during the week ,having been called home by the death 
of his brother Carlyin PARLETT.

 Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24 1909
Geo. H PRINTZ of St Paris and Miss Stella WOLCOTT of Lena were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents on Tuesday afternoon, June 22, 1909.  Rev. E.S. Weaver of the Methodist Church performed the ceremony in the presence of the immediate friends of the bride and groom. After luncheon, Mr Printz and wife left for an extended trip in the east.  Mr Printz is a young businessman of St Paris, being one of the firm of J.E. Printz & Son, coal dealers. The bride is the daughter of J.G. Wolcott and wife who reside near Lena, OH. Upon their return, they will make their home in St. Paris. Their many friends extend heartiest congratulations.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
Marriage Licenses -
Robert B GOOD and Alta M HAYNES, ages 28 & 24.
Carl C CARTER and Lena B WILKINSON, age 24 & 19.
Kenneth FINLEY and Imo SKILES, ages 22 & 26.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
The marriage of David P KIZER and Margaret HULING took place last evening in the home of the bride near Rosewood. Rev. J.W. HAMILTON of Rosewood, officiated.  Mr Kizer is one of Johnson township's most highly respected young men and holds a good position as a mail clerk on the Pennsylvania lines. Miss Huling is from Adams township and is a popular young lady. The couple will presently make their home in St Paris on the property which Mr Kizer recently purchased from Frank BERRY.

Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24  1909
Miss Margaret M KELLER, a former St Paris girl, married on Wednesday evening at eight-thirty o'clock at the residence of the officiating clergyman, Rev. Gustavus Schmogrow, pastor of the Grace English Lutheran Church in Toledo, OH to Mr Ray D JACKSON.  Among those who witnessed the ceremony were Mr & Mrs John SCHNEYER and Mrs. Blanche R BARNES. Mr & Mrs Jackson left for a wedding trip, visiting Buffalo and other eastern cities. Upon their return, their residence will be at home at 1331 Indiana Ave.  Newspaper article dated June 24, 1909 and refers to a clipping in a recent  issue of the "Toledo Blade".

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
The tenth annual reunion of the William F PENCE took place at the home of Charles ENDERS and wife near Pemberton, OH. The members of the different families met at an early morning hour to enjoy the fullest blessings of the day. The forenoon was spent playing croquet and talking over old times, etc. At the noon hour, we were called together under a large canvas near the house where a 50 foot table was richly spread with all the good things to eat. After dinner, order was called by president Rev. Isaac PENCE and an interesting program carried out. It was opened with the hymn "Blest Be the Tie", followed by scripture reading by brother Riley BAILOR and prayer by Charles ENDERS. Another song, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus", after which Lillian TAYLOR recited. We were then furnished by some interesting music by the grandchildren.
A very interesting talk was given by Dr GOOD of Sidney and by Rev. E.A. WATKINS and the president. It was decided to meet next year at the home of Arthur BENHAM on the third Thursday in June. We were invited to the table and served ice cream by the host and hostess. Those present were: William F PENCE, Rev. Isaac PENCE, George BENHAM and wife, G.R. BAILOR, wife, son and daughter, Noah PENCE and family, Charles APPLE and wife, Dora SLACK and son Perry, Cory PENCE and wife, Rev E.A. WATKINS and family, John BAIR ad daughters Bessie and Helen, Ira PENCE and family, Charles ENDERS and wife, Arthur BENHAM and wife, Wallace APPLE and wife, Talia HARBAUGH, James HILL and family, Mary JENKINS, Deda TAYLOR, daughter and son, Emmett BEESON, Dr. GOOD and wife and Mrs. Jane PENCE.
One that was present.

St Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
Mrs Susan SAYLOR, well known resident of St Paris, died at her home on West Lynn St on Thursday evening. Mrs Saylor had been a constant sufferer for several weeks and death came as a relief and end to her sufferings although it removes someone who had been most active and useful in the home. The deceased was 43 yrs, 3 mo's and 5 days.  She is survived by a father and 2 daughters. The funeral services were conducted from the late home on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Rev. E. S. Weaver of the M.E. Church having charge of the services. Interment at the Evergreen Cemetery.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
R. MCADAMS, sheriff, to Joram D. PACKER, lot in Urbana, $144.07.
Joram D PACKER, to Ellen RILEY, lot in Urbana, $250.
Daniel CLARK to Levi HAWKINS, lot in Urbana, $100.
Nelle D CURRY to Mary A POWERS, lot in Urbana, $300.
Hiram J MCCLELLAN to Daniel W LOUDEN, lot in Urbana, $400.
Lewis POLING, admr. to Henry F BROWN, lot in Lewisburg, $227.
Malinda C CARTER to John M INGALLS, lot in St Paris, $1200.
L.R. MARSHALL to James I JOHNSON, 68 acres, Wayne tp, $100.
C.M. GRAHAM to O.M. CLARK, 1-2 acres, Wayne tp, $500.
Levi M HAWKINS to Daniel CLARK, 5 acres, Urbana tp, $600.
Francis G. O'HARA to Nelson B JOHNSON, 178 acres in Salem tp, $5000.
Vertura OBLIGHER to James I JOHNSON, 68 acres, Wayne tp, $500.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
The class of 1907 of the St Paris High School are enjoying their annual picnic
at Quincy today. Those in the party are:
Misses Mary RICHSON, Myrtle URBAN, Nellie BROWN, Fanny BLACK, Verda KLAPP,
Mayme BOLLINGER, Nellie NIXON, Jessie FUSON and Nora POORMAN; Messrs. Ralph
GUTBRIDGE, Roy MAGOVERN, Herman NIXON, Ora BUROKER, Sam MCCORRAN and Ben RIKER.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
W.L. DEATON, H.K. KIRK, Cyrus STAFFORD and Frank STAFFORD, as trustees of the
M.E. Church at Christiansburg, have petitioned the common pleas court for permission to sell a piece of property belonging to the church for $800. They make it known to the court that they want to sell the property in order to build a church parsonage.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 24, 1909
Miss Anna MAGGERT has accepted a position as assistant house-mother of the Cincinnati Orphan asylum.  This is a splendid position and carries with it a handsome salary. Miss Maggert will be entering her new duties sometime in July

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
Estate of JAMES H RAWLINGS, deceased, petition to sell real estate filed; order for service by publication.
Estate of SARAH J GARDNER, deceased, sale of real estate confirmed.
Guardianship of HOWARD WILLIAMS, minor hearing, judgment and order to appraise real estate.
Estate of JOHN N TOWLER, deceased, sale of personal property confirmed.
Estate of NANCY HURD, deceased, inventory filed and approved.
Guardianship of LINNIE A SMUCKER, minor; second and final account filed.
Estate of PEARL TODD, deceased; appraisers appointed.
Guardianship of JORDAN DOWNS, imbecile, application for guardian; hearing June 30 at 2 pm.
Estate of SARAH E CROSSWHITE, deceased, Harrison Crosswhite appointed administrator; order for bond.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
The Post Office will be open from 8 o'clock to 11 on the fourth of July, and closed for the balance of the day.

Business was not very brisk last Saturday. The farmers are too busy plowing corn.

A son of Mr WIRICK, of this place, while going to the mill in a wagon the other day, fell out and both wheels of the wagon passed over him, injuring him quite seriously.

A buglar entered the residence of the editor of the Sidney Democrat last week and stole fifteen cents from his pocket. Lucky to find so much.

Hon. J.F. M'KINNEY, of Piqua, received the nomination for Congress at the District Convention held in Greenville last Thursday.

Dr. BROWN of Urbana has been chose as Vice President of the Ohio State Medical Society.

The following is the order of exercises for July 4th: 13 Salutes at Sun Rise; 9 o'clock Ringing of the Bells; 9:30 Salute for each state; Meet on grounds at 10 am; Music by choir; Prayer; Music, "Star Spangled Banner", Reading of the Declaration of Independence; Oration; Music; Refreshments followed by amusements; Fire works at 8 p.m.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
Marriage Licenses:
George Hannan PRINTZ and Stella WOLCOTT, both age 23.
David Perry KIZER and Margaret Marvelle HULING.
Felix Davis LAYTON and Esta BAKER, ages 22 and 21.
Burley FURROW and Maud ALLEN, ages 25 and 19.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
Saturday, June 26 was the annual reunion of the remaining children of John and
Eva BAKER, held at the residence of Daniel Baker of Jackson township,
Champaign County, O. John Baker was born in Virginia in 1806 and when 10 years immigrated "out west" and settled in Champaign County, Ohio. He married Eva BRUNER and they lived in  Jackson township the remainder of their lives, both living to be over 90 years of age. nto this union 10 children were born, 4 of whom have gone on to the great beyond. The remaining 6, William, Daniel and Lemuel Baker, Mrs. Margaret STOVER, Mrs. Hamilton STEVENS, Mrs John LEATHLEY and descendants constitute the
family which annually enjoy these reunions. The above named brothers and sisters together with a large number of sons and daughters, nephews and neices, neighbors and friends, constituted the crowd that enjoyed the day. Rev. Isaac PENCE was present a short time after dinner and made a few appropriate remarks, emphasizing the importance of these family reunions.
The day was spent in social chat by the older folks and by hide-go-seek and music by the young folks. The camera was present and played its usual important role. The next reunion will be held at the home of Hamilton Stevens of Sugar Grove in June 1910.  All the descendants of John and Eva Baker are cordially invited.

Saint Paris News-Dispatch, July 1, 1909
"Popular Young Man of St Paris Wedded This Week Near Toledo".
Grover GOODE and Miss Gay BARRETT were united in marriage yesterday at Custer, OH. The particulars of the affair cannot be ascertained other than the bride is a winsome school teacher of Custer, a town near Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Goode is employed as a bookkeeper in the offices of Walborn & Biker Co. and is a most obliging gentleman in his capacity. It has been known for some time past that there existed an attraction somewhere for this young man, as his absence from town at intervals would indicate and the recent marriage of his brother no doubt spurred him on to take the final step. The young couple will return in a few days to make this town their home and many friends await to shower their well wishes upon their arrival.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
Wm R. PROCTOR who resides at Forsyth, Montana; Clyde FREEZE whose residence is unknown, heirs at law of Susan A KITE, deceased, will take notice that V.H. GIBBS, executor of the estate of Susan A Kite, deceased on the 3rd day of May, 1909, filed his petition with the probate court within and for the county of Champaign and state of Ohio, alleging that the personal estate of said decedent is insufficient to pay her debts and charges of administering her estate; that she died seized in a fee simple of the following described real estate located in Clark County, Ohio, (gives legal description of 10 acres located in Pike twp, Clark Co) land bequeathed to Willis JENKINS by Wiley JENKINS by his last will and testament duly probated Oct 2, 1903. The prayer of said petition is for a sale of said premises for the payment of debts and charges aforesaid.
The persons first above mentioned will further take notice that they have been made parties defendant in said petition and that they are required to answer the same, on or before the 31st day of July, 1909. V.H. GIBBS, Executor, as aforesaid.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch July 1, 1909
The marriage of Mr HELSLEY and Miss Carrie Bell SHIPPER took place last evening at 8 o'clock in the home of the bride north of town. The vows were pledged in the presence of a few friends, Rev E.S. Weaver being the officiating minister. Mr Helsley is a resident of Springfield, Ohio, being employed as a motorman on the street car lines. They will take up their residence at once in the Home city.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
Misses Thelma and Kathleen KITE gave a Halloween and farewell party Saturday evening for the pleasure of Miss Marie CORY who together with her parents will reside in Springfield. At this time, Miss CORY's engagement to Mr Clifford STRAUB was announced. This was given out by the witch in a weird message written on the back of black cats handed to the guests.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
The Heirs of Elizabeth JONES, Sr., will sell at a private sale, the two farms belonging to her estate:  one consisting of about 80 acres, known as the home farm, about 2 miles west of St Paris on the Piqua and Urbana Pike, that is well improved and with a fine large house and barn; the other consisting of about 65 acres of pasture land; no buildings and located about 3 and one half miles east of St Paris. Inquire at the administrators at the Central National Bank, St Paris, O.   G.G. Jones, Dennis Dugan, Administrators.

St Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
Louretta Jane RUNKLE YOUNG, wife of Walter Young, died at the home of her mother, Mrs H. N. Runkle on Monday. Funeral services were held today at Mt. Pleasant church at 10:30 with Rev. Isaac Pence officiating. She married Aug. 16, 1908 to Walter Young.  She 25 yrs, 5 months and 10 days. Her husband, mother and 4 brothers will mourn their loss.   

The Saint Paris News Dispatch November 2, 1916
George BOSTON whose place of residence is unknown, is hereby notified that Margaret BOSTON by her next friend Clara BROWN has filed her petition against him for divorce, alimony and custody of child, on the grounds of Gross Neglect of Duty and Extreme Cruelty in Case No. 15039 of the Common Pleas Court of Champaign County, Ohio, and that the hearing will be on or after Dec 8, 1916.
October 28, 1916
V.H. Gibbs, Atty for Plaintiff

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
Henry MONGER, life long resident of Lost Creek township passed away Friday morning, Oct 27, 1916, after an illness of 7 months due to paralysis and dropsy, aged 67 yrs, 5 mo's, and 23 days.  He leaves to mourn their loss his faithful companion, one daughter, Mrs Alda RUDY, one granddaughter Miss Lulu RUDY of Detroit but had been home to care for him until the end came, one granddaughter Mrs. Zella BLANK of Boston, who was home 8 weeks during his illness to comfort him in his last days but not permitted to be present for burial due to the distance, one brother George Monger of St. Paris and two sisters, Emma MALMSBURY of Christiansburg and Jane POND of Portland, IN, several neices and nephews and a host of friends and neighbors who held him in the highest esteem. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the Lost Creek Christian church, Rev Pleasant of Dayton and Rev Wood of Gordon, OH officiating. The
interment at Mausoleum, Riverside cemetery, Troy, Ohio. Those present from a distance for the funeral of Mr Monger were: Henry BECK and Fred BECK of Springfield, John DILTZ and wife of Portland, IN, Mrs Frank PENROD and family of Cincinnati, Ed COATES and wife of Pleasant Hill; Dr J.C. PENCE and wife of Dayton, Dr. T.J. PENCE and wife, Naomi HAMMOND, Dan and Amanda CARMEN, Myrtle FREEZE and family of Troy, Ohio.

 

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
>From Long, Alaska, Sept 11, 1916

Dr. C. Jones,
Dear Father;
I suppose you have given me up for dead, not having received a letter from me for a long time but I have been very busy this summer working day and night. Then I have been so undecided about next winter, whether to visit St Paris or take out a dump. We should have plenty of water in the spring to work up a big dump and if we block out the ground this winter and take it out next summer, we will be short of water as we are depending on a small creek here for water to sluice with. We have been short of water all summer. There has been only 8 days all summer that we have had a full sluice head. In about 10 days more, we will be through this block and it has not been very good. We have handled lots of bedrock this summer. We have 20 men on the pay roll and when we are through we will have taken out about 40,000 square feet of bedrock from one shaft. We lost one working shaft. It was 7 feet square and we were down 82 feet about 6 feet
from bedrock, when we tapped a spring of water that was stronger than we could handle. We also tapped water in the shaft we worked from but not so strong and I had a pumping outfit in it before it got bad. Live water when you tap it in a shaft has a strong pressure back of it. In the one we lost, the water was running out of the top in 6 hours. I will know within the next two weeks whether I will be in St. Paris next winter or stay here and work.  Will write then.
With love,
C.F. Jones

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
The estate of Alfred Willoughby DICK.  To be offered at a public auction, 10 am on Nov 18, 1916, the following described real estate; situated in Champaign Co, Ohio, in Adams township, containing 80 acres, more or less, located one half mile north of Rosewood on Rosewood and Quincy pike. Appraised at $6400.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
The sudden death of Charles SHOUP, a prominent farmer living about 1 mile south of Dialton, came as a shock to many.  Mr Shoup was found dead in bed by his wife on Sunday morning, having retired Saturday night in his usual health, although he complained at times of having heart trouble.  The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 1pm at the Old Dunkard Church in North Hampton. Internment at New Carlisle.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
Marriage License, Oct 26, 1916- Raymond Frandland CURL, age 22, a barber of Springhills, son of Simon CURL;  and Eula Imogene KITE, age 22 of St Paris, daughter of Charles KITE.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 2, 1916
Real estate transfers filed in the county recorder's office on Saturday:
Estate of Margaret GARRETTE, deceased, transferred to her children Edna A Garrette of Youngstown; Ralph D Garrette of Chicago, and Floyd C Garrette of Westville.
Estate of G. Lear SMITH, deceased, transferred to the heirs, Amanda R Smith and Carol Lear Smith of Saint Paris.
Estate of Charles PHELLIS, deceased, transferred to his wife, Clara G Phellis, of Mechanicsburg.
Estate of Mary E HECK, deceased, transferred to her daughter Minnie Mae Heck.
Jerome C GIVEN, Nora Given and Sarah J Given transferred property in Urbana to William M SIDDERS and Robert R Sidders;  price $1.

PROBATE COURT
Estate of Charles H GANSON, deceased. Inventory and appraisement filed.
Estate of Sarah E JOHNSON, deceased. Second and final account filed.
Estate of Adam BRIGHT, deceased. Fifth account filed. Application to reduce bond filed.
Estate of Marion W THOMAS, deceased. Inventory and appraisement filed.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch October 3, 1918
Rev. C.M. BRAGG has purchased a farm on Route 4, Urbana, and has moved from
Casstown where he held a pastorate.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch October 3, 1918
While on his way home from Dayton on Saturday, Tulley SNAPP became ill and pulling up to one side of the road 2 and one half miles north of Osborn, he left his machine, began walking and fell unconscious a short time later. He was found by Henry NEFF, a relative, and was removed to the home of Chris Neff, another relative, who lives near that place. A physician was called and it was
determined that Snapp was afflicted with paralysis which seemed to affect the whole body. An ambulance brought him home on Sunday.  His condition became somewhat improved after being brought home but since that time there has been little change. Mr Snapp had delivered a load of hogs in Dayton and was returning home when stricken.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch October 3, 1918
Robert HUNTER, formerly of this place, has been successful in locating the grave of another Champaign Co. boy who fell in battle in France. Robert has written the parents of Chester McCRERY, of North Lewisburg, that he has located his grave.  It seems that Robert was a witness to his death, that a bullet from a German machine gun struck Chester's gun and glanced, striking him in the stomach, producing a fatal wound.

St Paris News-Dispatch October 3, 1918
Kenneth Lutz, infant son of Homer C and Rose JENKINS of Thackery died yesterday.  He was born Sept 17, 1918.  Funeral services were held in the home and burial at the Terre Haute Cemetery.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 14, 1918
Rebecca WELCHANS RUST, daughter of John and Mariah Welchans, and the wife of the late Joshua L Rust, was born in German township, Clark Co, Ohio on Jan 10, 1842.  She died Nov 6, 1918 after an illness extending for several months. Mrs Rust is survived by one brother, J. H. Welchans of Quincy, IL and 15 neices and nephews, besides a number of other relatives.  One nephew, James Welchans, was raised by Mrs Rust and to him she was a mother. Two sisters and five brothers have preceded her in death. For many years, Mrs Rust resided in Illinois but the latter part of her life was spent in or near St Paris.  She was one of the organizers and a charter
member of the local chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. She was an earnest and devout Christian, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church of St Paris.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 14, 1918
The Angel whose name is Death, whose work is forever calling; while the sun was setting in all its beauty, transforming the blue of heaven into a bright, golden horizon, called from a home one of heaven's jewels whose name is Viola.Viola Mabel APPLEGETT, youngest daughter of Charles and Mary Applegett, was born May 17, 1896 and departed this life November 7, 1918, age 22 years, 5 mo's and 20 days. Besides a heart stricken mother and father, she leaves 2 sisters, Lillie and Hazel, 2 brothers, George and Walter, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss.
She was converted at the age of 16 with a number of other young people (of whom the writer was one)under the preaching of Rev. GRIFFETH and the Holy Spirit. She united with the Honey Creek Baptist Church to which she remained a faithful and active member until death. She bore her few days of agonizing pain and misery, without complaint, under the watchful care of her bereft father and mother. Knowing that she was at the end of a short race, that her brief course was finished, and that she had kept the Faith received at the Cross, she welcomed death. The funeral services were conducted at the home Saturday, November 9 at 2 pm by Rev. N.Y. MATHEWS of St Paris. Interment was made at the Honey Creek cemetery. by Rev. Samuel Furrow

St Paris News-Dispatch November 14, 1918
Elva Carroll RUNKLE, son of John D. and May Clem RUNKLE, born Feb 15, 1900 near St Paris, Champaign Co, OH, departed life Nov 9, 1918, age 18 yrs, 8 mo's, and 24 days. He was baptized by Rev Henry Alfred Porter at the Baptist Church in Louisville, KY on Feb 10, 1910. He was a faithful follower of his Savior and took an active and leading part in church.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch November 14, 1918
Mrs Desdemonia STOCKTON, died at her home near St Paris, November 9, 1918, aged 68 yrs, 8 mo's and 14 days. She was the daughter of Peter and Mary GUSS, born in Bendon, Pennsylvania, July 16, 1850, came to Ohio in early life. She was united in marriage with Samuel Howell STOCKTON in 1875.  To this union 5 children were born, five sons, one son dying in infancy. She united with the Methodist church in St Paris many years ago and ever remained a faithful member until death.The funeral services were held at the home, November 11, 1918, conducted by her pastor, Rev. C.H. LaRue, speaking comforting words and inspiration of hope and cheer. Rosa E Loudenback

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919

Leo E. BUROKER has opened a law office in the McMorran room over the Climax Barber Shop and will conduct a general law practice.  Mr Buroker is one the county's hustling young attorneys, having been located in Urbana before moving here. He will live with his parents, Mr and Mrs Edward Buroker on the Baldwin property on South Springfield St. His father is employed in the Chicago stock yards most of the time. The Burokers formerly lived at Rosewood. 

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
Freeman PURKEPLYE has transferred to John C DAVIS;  Rosewood village property for $456. 
John W and Mary P KISER and Thurza KISER have transferred to William M and Mary R KISER, 132 and one half acres of land in Concord township for $6,625.
Edward F and Bessie HARMON have transferred Rosewood property to Carl W CALLAND
for $950.

St Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
Henry FLESH, one of Piqua's foremost citizens died Thursday evening at  the ageof 82 years. Mr Flesh was born in Germany and came to America at age  15. He wasa shrewd businessman and accrued a vast fortune. The funeral was held  Sundaywith the Masonic order in charge of the services.

St Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
Joseph HETZLER passed away Friday morning at his home in Fletcher from a complication of diseases. Mr Hetzler had resided in Fletcher for 13 yrs. He was a member of Co E, 71st Regiment, O.V.S.  Survivors include his wife, 3 sons- Milton A Hetzler of St. Paris, Ivan T. Hetzler of Fletcher, and Louis S. Hetzler of Fletcher, and one daughter, Mrs John POGUE of Troy.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
Oscar BIRKHOLD was appointed administrator of the estate of Jacob SHANLEY, deceased, on Tuesday in probate court. The daughter, Laura GARD, of Glendora, CA, waived her rights and asked that Mr Birkhold be appointed. The only other heir is a son, David, in the Ohio State Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. The estate has been valued at $9,000 by 3 appraisers - W.H. SLAGLE, W.A. MAURICE and J.M. BIRKHOLD.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
The death of Mrs. Elizabeth C Hance occurred Wednesday morning at 11:15 o'clock after a lingering illness.  Last January, Mrs Hance fell and was forced to take her bed in a few days.  She was never able to be up after that.She was born in Clark Co, Ohio, April 24, 1830, being past 89 years at her death and one of the oldest residents of Saint Paris. She married in 1872 to Dr. J.F. Hance and they made their home in DeGraff where the husband died 33 years ago. She is survived by one sister, Mrs Rosetta EPPLEY of Dayton. Mrs Hance came here 16 years ago after the death of her sister Mrs. Lambert POND, whose home she had kept open since that time and made a home for her nephew U.F. POND.As a member of the Bethel Baptist church of Clark County, she was ever faithful in her devotions and was an active member of the Home Circle of the local Baptist Church.  Mrs Hance was a most admirable lady and loved by a wide range of acquaintance. Rev. J.M. Smith will have charge of the funeral services which will be held from the home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  Interment will be made at Evergreen cemetery.

St Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
Henry FLESH, one of Piqua's foremost citizens died Thursday evening at the age of 82 years. Mr Flesh was born in Germany and came to America at age 15. He was a shrewd businessman and accrued a vast fortune. The funeral was held Sunday with the Masonic order in charge of the services.

St Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
The body of Jacob SHANLEY arrived here on Sunday morning from Glendora, CA where he had died a week before at the home of his daughter.  Funeral services were conducted from the Carysville Christian Church on Sunday afternoon and interment at Rosedale Cemetery.

The Saint Paris News-Dispatch June 5, 1919
L.W. GIBBS has purchased a new Maxwell roadster and hopes to have it in a few days.
C.V. JENKINS, R. 3, bought from the Auto Sales & Garage Co., an Overland 90.
The City Garage recently sold a passenger Dodge to Malcolm CLEM.