Misc. News Items from the PLYMOUTH ADVERTISER (1869-1912)
This page contains items from the PLYMOUTH ADVERTISER with dates ranging from 1869 thru 1912. Since there were not multiple papers from each of the years - they are being presented in this format, rather than the normal Neighborhood News format.
Plymouth Advertiser: 10 April 1880, Vol. XXVII, No. 26
MARRIAGE LICENSES -- Probate Judge Fox issued the following licenses during the month of March, 1880: Ambrose B. Smith & Libbie I. Schild; Ambrose Frayer & Lucy Mickey; Wm. McCann & S.J. Williams; Wm. H. Host & E.B. Smith; E.S. Mofet & Rhoda A. Seymour; W.A. Keefer & Ida M. Benedict; Bruce McDonald & Ida Snyder; L.C. Andrews & Esther E. DeGroff; J.P. Hartman & R.J. Keen; V. Jay Hills & Mary E. Snyder; Andrew Kolb & Ellen Sterner; E.D. Hinkley & Kittie Stevens; H.B. Gifford & J.H. Purdy; Geo. S. Beelman & Anna M. Layer; F.S. Munger & Cora F. Downing; J.H. McCormick & Clara Miller; John W. Snook & Belle Hagaman; M.M. Ellison & L.M. Summerlan; Fred Babcock & Harnstina Burlew; Wm. Melchoir & Sophronia Omwig; G.J. Ferris & Nettie G. Wright.
Plymouth Advertiser: 28 August 1880, Vol. XXVII, No. 46
A Sketch -- Of the military career of our former townsman, Mr. Chas. Morfoot, who was buried at this place last week, and furnished us by one of his comrades, who speaks of him as a brave soldier: He was a member of Co. K., Wester Sharp Shooters, was in the volunteer service a little over 3 years. He was at the siege of Corinth, Miss.; battle of Iuka, Miss.; battle of Corinth, Miss.; on the Atlanta campaign; at the battle of the 28th. July, in front of Atlanta; battle of Jonesboro, Ga.; battle of Lovejoy Station (a hard fought battle) and with Sherman on the March to the Sea; at the siege of Savannah, Ga.; with Sherman on his march through North and South Carolina; at the taking of Columbia, S. Carolina; and in the last battle of the war (the battle of Bentonville, N.C.) He was discharged at Springfield, Ill., after the war was over. He was a good faithful soldier always done his duty and never shirked it; always on time and all a soldier could be. He was known in the Company to which he belonged as "the old veteran". But a few soldiers saw more hard fighting ----- < illegible line of text > ----- that will always be bright, for he served his country well, and thus Chas. Morfoot fills a hero's grave.
DIED -- In Plymouth, Sabbath, August 22, 1880, Miss Lucretria E. Lockwood, aged 40 years, 3 months and 15 days.
OBITUARY -- Elizabeth Ervin, daughter of Wm. and Isabel Ervin, was born in Crawford County, Ohio, April 17th., 1842, and married to Samuel Snyder, Sept. 25th., 1862, embraced religion and joined the church at Good Will in the winter of 1865. Died August 25th., 1880 of typhoid fever, aged 38 years, 4 mo. and 8 days. She leaves a husband and ten children to mourn her loss; also a large circle of friends.
Plymouth Advertiser: 03 December 1881, Vol. XXIX, No. 8
MARRIED: Thursday evening, Dec. 1st., 1881, at the residence of Mrs. Hiram Graham, Plymouth, O., by Rev. G.W. Miller, Mr. Morris W. Webb, of Springfield, O., and Mrs. Hattie T. Graham, formerly of Springfield.
MARRIED: At the Presbyterian parsonage, Thursday evening, Dec. 1st., by Rev. C.E. Barnes, Mr. Osmon B. Rose and Miss Maggie J. Campbell, both of Shiloh, O.
Plymouth Advertiser: 15 May 1897, Vol. XLIV, No. 31
OBITUARY -- Clara Trauger was born at Plymouth, Ohio, August 1, 1869, and died in Shelby, Ohio, May 9, 1897, aged 27 years, 9 months and 8 days. She was married to William Monteith on November 20, 1895 and at once as a happy bride she entered the beautiful home prepared for her in Shelby by her husband. In this home sanctified by a pure love and unselfish devotion she was permitted to reign as queen but for eighteen brief months, when she was borne on angels' wings to her home above. She graduated from Plymouth High School in 1886, after which she engaged in teaching until her marriage. As a teacher she was very successful. Not only was she well educated and apt to teach but she possessed those endearing qualities of heart culture that won the love of her pupils in an unusual degree. In her school work at Chicago Junction for more than three years, she succeeded in winning the esteem of all by her faithful and unselfish devotion to her work. How she was loved by her pupils was touchingly evinced at the cemetery on the occasion of her burial. On Feb. 8, 1885, she united with the Lutheran church at Plymouth and remained faithful to her covenant vows until called higher. In her religious life she was devoted and consistent without being morbid or obtrusive. She lived her religion and was ever ready to do her part in her Master's cause. As a member of the congregation, as a teacher in the Sunday School, or as a member of the Young Ladies' Missionary Society, she was always faithful. << scripture omitted >> The funeral was conducted at her home in Shelby by the Rev. Dr. A.C. Miller, of Plymouth, her pastor, assisted by Rev. Torbet, of the Presbyterian Church, and Rev. Wilhelm of the Lutheran church, the music being furnished by the Presbyterian choir of Shelby. The floral tributes of relatives and friends were beautiful and highly appreciated. The cross of roses presented by the office force of the Steel Tube Company showed the esteem in which Mr. Monteith and his wife were held. The interment took place at Plymouth where a large company gathered to look on the face of one they loved so well. A brief service was held at the grave, music being furnished by the Lutheran choir.
OBITUARY -- Esther Opdyke was born Sept. 11, 1873, and died May 9, 1897, aged 23 years, 7 months and 28 days. When 16 years of age she united with the M.E. church in Plymouth and has ever since followed the teachings of her Master. She was wedded to Mr. Earnest Thrush Nov. 27, 1894. Her entire life has been a benediction to her many friends, and all who knew and loved her. In her social circle in her home, at the church, everywhere, she was esteemed and admired by all. << scripture omitted >> The funeral services were conducted at the late residence Tuesday, afternoon, by Rev. S.J. McConnell, and the remains were laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery.
OBITUARY -- Elizabeth Pettit was born at Shiloh, O., January 8, 1827, and died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Korber, in Bellville, O., May 7, 1897, aged 70 years, 3 months and 29 days. Her remains were brought to Plymouth on Saturday and from here conveyed to Shiloh, where the funeral service was held at the home of her brother, Thomas Pettit, on Sunday, May 9th., conducted by Rev. Dr. Miller. She was a Christian lady and had many admiring friends.
The remain of Miss Elizabeth Pettit, a former resident of Shiloh and who died at the home of a sister in Bellville, were brought here Saturday noon over the B.&O. and taken overland to Shiloh where they were interred in the cemetery near the above place.
Plymouth Advertiser: 22 May 1897, Vol. XLIV, No. 32
Miss Rose Paige who has been employed at the home of B.J. Williams, was married last night at the house of the above gentleman to Charles Dickes, the ceremony being performed by Rev. John Wilson. Both are estimable young people and have the best wishes of all their friends in their new venture. -- re-printed from the SHELBY REPUBLICAN.
After a lingering illness of heart and stomach trouble, Mr. R.E. Hofman of Bucyrus, died Wednesday morning. His boyhood days were spent in Plymouth, but for many years he has been identified with the jewelry trade in Bucyrus. His brothers Frank and Geo. W. Hofman and wife Mrs. Belle McDonough and W.F. Reed of this place attended the funeral which occurs in Bucyrus today (Friday).
MARRIED -- On Thursday evening, May 20th., at the Lutheran parsonage, Mr. C.W. Uhler and Miss Dell L. Newhouse were united in marriage by Rev. A.C. Miller. Both bride and groom are from Shiloh and have the best wishes of their many friends.
Plymouth Advertiser: 10 June 1899, Vol. XLVI, No. 33
Miss Della Trauger, well known in this place, was united in marriage at the home of her parents Mr. & Mrs. Frank Trauger, at Geneseo, Ill., on Thursday evening of last week to R.B. Woodhouse of Ashland, O. Miss Trauger has visited here on numerous occasions and is a daughter of F.P. Trauger, who at one time was engaged in the dry goods business in this place. The young couple will make Ashland their future home.
A babe born to Mr. & Mrs. Milton Cole on Monday of last week, died of congestion on the Friday following, having lived just five days.
Plymouth Advertiser: 27 October 1900, Vol. XLVII, No. 51
OBITUARY -- Rebecca Roush was born in Richland County, O., Aug. 28, 1838, and died at her home two miles south of Plymouth, Oct. 19, 1900. January 5, 1860 she was united in marriage with Wm. May, who with three sons and five daughters survives her. In the year 1873, with her husband she united with the Mt. Pleasant Methodist Episcopal Church, of which she remained a faithful and consistent member until her death. For 27 years she was a teacher in the Sunday School, and was constant in her attendance until enfeebled by disease she was unable to be present. In 1891 she sustained a stroke of paralysis, which greatly impaired her health, but a second stroke five years later rendered her a helpless invalid for life. The funeral services at the family residence were largely attended by friends and neighbors, to whom the Rev. O. Badgley spoke appropriately from Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.".
Plymouth Advertiser: 15 March 1902, Vol. 49, No. 19
BIRTHDAY PARTY -- March 10th., 1902, was an enjoyable day at the home of Mrs. M.A. Smith, for the purpose of her mother, Mrs. L.M. Paine. A few of her old friends came in to participate in the joys of living to such a good old age. They were, Mr. Porter, Mrs. R.H. Hall, Mr. & Mrs. S. Silliman and Mr. & Mrs. G.J. Rhodes, in company with her son, Lysander Paine and family, her grandchildren, Gross Gates and wife, Walter Paine and wife and Herbert Paine. Her son Leander was detained on account of sickness. While sitting around the table enjoying the bounties prepared for them she received a letter from her granddaughter in Colorado, regretting much that she could not be present, ---<< illegible lines >>---.
CELEBRATED THEIR FIFTY-NINTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY -- On Sunday, March 9, Dr. & Mrs. J.A. Tucker, of this place, celebrated the 59th. anniversary of their marriage. The venerable couple are enjoying good health, although Mrs. Tucker is compelled to spend most of her time in an invalid's chair on account of a broken hip which she sustained several years ago. Both the doctor and his wife were born in 1819, the former in Portage County, O., the latter in Stamford, Conn. They were married in Amherst, Lorain County, this state, March 9, 1843. To them have been born five children, one dying in infancy. The four living are Theodore and W.H. of Toledo (the latter being postmaster of that city), and Mrs. A.T. Hills of Cleveland and Mrs. Albert Kirkpatrick of this place. Only two of the above were privileged to be present with them last Sunday. Dr. Tucker is well known in this vicinity as an upright Christian man, a lover of pure government and proud of his home town, in which he was a leading and public spirited light for many years. He practiced his profession successfully between the years of 1852 and 1885, since which time he has been enjoying in company with his most estimable wife, the remainder of the afternoon of life in quiet retirement at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Kirkpatrick. We offer our congratulations to the venerable couple and trust they may be spared to celebrate their 60th. anniversary, one year hence.
Plymouth Advertiser: 08 July 1905, Vol. 52, No. 37
REUNITED OVER THERE -- Alice Kellam Reynolds was born at Greenwich, O. Feb. 10, 1881, and died at Ashland, July 5, 1905, at the age of 24 years, 4 months and 23 days. The writer of this obituary, Rev. Laughbaum, became pastor of Plymouth Presbyterian Church April ?, 1901, and very soon took charge of a class of young men and young women in the Sunday School, where he met William O. Reynolds and Alice M. Kellam, as pupils in his Sunday School class. He has the pleasure of uniting them in the bonds of holy matrimony on October 23, 1901, and also to his great delight he was permitted to receive them into the Presbyterian Church on profession of their faith in January, 1902. The husband, William O. Reynolds was called home April 12, 1904, and the writer was summoned to officiate at his funeral, and now we are engaged in the last sad rites paying this tribute of respect to his companion, with the assurance that after a little more than a year's separation, they are reunited over there. Mrs. Reynolds truly was a good woman, rising in spite of her environments to noble and pure womanhood, one who was indeed worthy of imitation. "Her sun is gone down while it is yet day" but her eyes now behold the dawning of that day in the land where the sun never sets. << scripture omitted >> The funeral services were conducted by her former pastor, Rev. O.F. Laughbaum, D.D., of Columbus Grove, O., on Wednesday, July 5, 1905, assisted by the pastor of the church, Rev. S.E. Hoffman. The attendance was large and the sympathy tender as she was laid away to rest, awaiting the dawning of that morning when all shall be rewarded according to life's service.
Mr. & Mrs. Dick Phillips received a telegram Wednesday morning announcing the death of their niece, Mrs. Edna White, which occurred at her home in Clarmont, Col., Monday, as the result of an explosion which occurred sometime during Sunday. The deceased was a former resident of this place and will be best remembered as Miss Edna Grafmiller. The funeral services will be held today (Friday) at New Washington, the several relatives from this place attending.
The grim reaper death has again invaded our midst and summoned to a higher and nobler life our honored and aged citizen, Dirck Hoornbeek. Although in ill health for several months, he sank suddenly and peacefully away Friday last in the 92nd. year of his age, being at the time of his death the oldest resident in this immediate vicinity. Owing to the fact that the friends of the deceased have kindly consented to furnish an extended obituary notice for our next issue accounts for this brief notice. Funeral services were held Sunday evening, at 5 o'clock, conducted by Dr. A.C. Miller.
Plymouth Advertiser: 01 June 1912, Vol. 59, No. 28
DEATH'S HARVEST -- Susanna E. Frye was born in Washington County, Pa., Feb. 22, 1835. In 1840 she came with her parents to Ohio, locating near New Haven. On April 8, 1858, she united in marriage to Geo. W. Hofman, in Plymouth, where she resided until called home to her Father's House, May 25, 1912, her husband having departed this life Jan. 3, 1904. At the age of 17, when attending college at Mt. Union, Ohio, she united with the Methodist church of that place. At Plymouth she identified herself with the Congregational, and later, in 1879, under the pastorate of Rev. C.E. Barnes, transferred her membership to the Presbyterian church, where she remained a faithful member until her death. Two daughters, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren comprise the inner family circle left to cherish the sweet memory she has bequeathed to them of loving service and devotion, as mother and grandmother. As friend and neighbor, her helpfulness and kindly ministrations will ever be held in loving remembrance by the many with whom her gentle life came in touch. << scripture omitted >> Funeral services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.F. Reed, on Tuesday, May 28, by Rev. Howard M. Welsh, pastor of the Presbyterian Church. The body was laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery. Of the five grandchildren, George McDonough, of Los Angeles, Calif., Donald Reed of Augusta, Ga., and Mrs. Perry E. Hoyt of Toledo, were unable to attend. Those present were Charles McDonough of Cleveland and Floyd H. Reed of Elyria.
Mary Adora Wilson was born near Plymouth, October 7, 1879, and departed this life May 26, 1912, aged 32 years, 7 months and 19 days. Thus did the Reaper garner in one of the Lord's sheaves, one young in years but ripe in Christian experience, and one who filled to the full measure her mission upon earth. Her girl life was spent with others of her age in attendance on the public school, where she was punctual and regular in attendance and diligent in her studies. Always obedient, she gave her parents no trouble. From a little girl she gave evidence of that spirit that marked her as one of the Shepherd's fold. In February, 1894, under the pastorate of Dr. Miller, she united with the Lutheran church and as long as her health and circumstances permitted she was a regular attendant on all the church services. After removing to the country she frequently expressed regret that she could not attend the prayer meetings. Although quiet and reserved, she was not one of those who hid her light under a bushel. Her self-sacrificing devotion to the interests of others, is well known in the community, and will make a place for her in the kingdom of her Heavenly Father. Funeral services were held from the Lutheran church at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, in charge of the pastor, Rev. F.B. Heibert, the sermon by Dr. A.C. Miller, of Louisville, Ky. Interment in Greenlawn.
Henry Andries Bevier was the son of Caleb and Cornelia Bevier, and was born five miles southwest of Plymouth, Oct. 2nd., 1850. He departed this life after a brief illness, on the 27th. day of May, 1912, aged 61 years, 7 months and 25 days. All but the last three years of his life were spent on the old home farm. On account of an injury received about thirty years ago he has not enjoyed the best of health. But as far as strength and health would permit he assisted in the labors of the farm until three years ago last March, when he came to Plymouth to spend his remaining days in the pleasant family home on Plymouth Street. In disposition he was gentle, retired, generous, and always endeavored to be just and upright in all his relations with his fellow men. He enjoyed the confidence of all who knew him. He leaves to mourn his departure two brothers, four sisters, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from his late home Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. F.B. Heibert, pastor of the Lutheran church, interment being made in Greenlawn Cemetery.
Nancy Elizabeth Cole, relict of Daniel Cole, and who for nearly all her life has made her home in and about Plymouth, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ella Howard, corner High and Mulberry Streets, at 2 o'clock Wednesday morning, being at the time of her death in the 61st. year of her age, her last illness being of less than three weeks' duration, the direct cause of which was an internal tumor. Funeral services were held from the Methodist Episcopal church Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. R.H. Balmer. A more extended obituary next week.
Plymouth Advertiser: 17 August 1912, Vol. 59, No. 39
A TRIBUTE -- The passing of William Jones on the 12th. inst., in his 85th. year, removes from the community one of its oldest and most widely known residents, and as well the eldest and last of a family of ten children. Born in Northumberland County, Pa., of colonial ancestry, he came as a small child with his parents to Ohio, settling for a time near Akron. When a lad of fourteen his parents removed to this county, settling near Shiloh on what is known as the "John Mellick farm". There as the eldest of the family of ten boys and girls, he endured the hardships of pioneer life, assisting in clearing the farm and erecting the buildings. Suffering a severe attack of scarlet fever in early childhood, he was left almost totally deaf and endured this deprivation and unfortunate handicap throughout life. He was --<< illegible lines >>-- educational advantages of the commons schools then afforded, receiving all of his instruction from his mother. His affliction always made for him a tender place in the hearts of his brothers and sisters. At the age of 26 he was married to Ruth Crawford, a daughter of one of the older families of the vicinity, continuing to live on his father's farm. That farm, being later sold and another not far away being purchased, he joined his father on the new farm, assisting likewise in its improvement and cultivation. Some years thereafter, Mr. Jones purchased the quiet little place south of Plymouth and there spent the remainder of his days. In his 47th. year, his wife died and was buried from this home leaving him a childless widower. A few years later he and Mrs. Hester Wilbur were united in marriage, treading life's journey together for thirty-six years. A little daughter came and gladdened their lives for a brief span, and passed on, leaving them a precious memory. Mr. Jones was a man of large stature and of a remarkably sturdy constitution, his unusual endurance being manifested in his last illness. Concealed by his rugged exterior and extreme deafness, was a tender and kindly heart and a deep though quiet affection for his family. In his last illness he faced the inevitable for himself, with the calmness of a philosopher. His only anxiety was for the future comfort of his wife, who, he realized, would be left alone when he should be with her no more. He seemed to have acquired the instinct of death and looked forward to his dissolution without the slightest dread. He conversed freely of his departure as through it were but a journey to an adjoining town. Mr. Jones had not worked out for himself any elaborate system of theology, but he confidently believed in the persistence of human personality through death, and in his last conscious hours talked of meeting his loved ones who had gone before, and seemed to look forward in delightful anticipation of meeting, recognizing and conversing with them. << scripture omitted >>
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