Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 45, Number 243, 21 August 1920 — Page 12

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"HITCH" MITCHELL VETERAN POSTMAN OF EATON, QUITS WORK BATON", O., Aug. 21 After 39 years' service as a railway mall clerk, Frank Mitchell, more " familiarly known as "Mitch", retired Friday, in compliance with the federal employes compulsory retirement. act, which fixes the age at 62 and the period of service at 30 years. "Mitch- completed his last . run Wednesday, In retirement he will receive a pension of $60 a month. "Mitch" says if he had his way about it he still would be in the ser

vice. He declares that despite the hard, dirty work he liked it and re

grets that he was compelled to retire. Separation from his fellow employes is the hardest part of quitting the job, he says. He said there was a great big lump In his throat when he said farewell to them. It was in 1881 that "Mitch" entered

the service. His first run was over the old Indianapolis, Bloomington and Western railroad, .between Springfield, O., . and Indianapolis, Ind., he having been the first mail clerk to run over the road. The road had not yet been ballasted. At the end of a year and a half he was transferred to the Grand Rapids and Indiana railway, his run being between Cincinnati and Grand Rapids. He made the run for a period of three months, after which he was transferred to the Chicago-Cincinnati division of the Pennsylvania, where he remained until his retirement. In his almost 40 years of service "Mitch" noted the development of the railway postal service. When he began his run between Cincinnati and Chicago four postal clerks handled all the mall between the two points; now there are 32 clerks. Less than 35 years ago Eaton had a mail east and one west a day; now there are six mails each way a day. Then less than 6,000 railway mail clerks handled all the mall transported by rail In the United States; now there are approximately 22,000 clerks. In the old daj's a canvas mall pouch was unknown. Development of the country, along with the postal service and railways, was observed by "Mitch". In the old days mail to the western states and territories were bundled Into one package for states and territories; today there are something like 75 or 100 separations. The far western states and territories seemed to the mail clerk as far distant as Alaska does now. To the Philippine and Hawaiian Islands goes more mail today than went 35 years ago to the western states and territories. The old combination mail car, with its oil lamps and coal stoves, the latter of which the clerk'? had to fire, is within the memory of "Mitch." The clerks' quarters was limited to about 12 or 15 feet off one end of the car. It took 12 hours to make a trip between Chicago and Cincinnati; the time now is about 8 hours. Although he estimates he has ridden approximately two and a half million miles on railways, counting his "deadheading" back and forth between his home and Cincinnati, "Mitch was never caught in a wreck. Ho escaped a number of serious wrecks by being on the train going in the other direction. "Mitch" has no definite plans for the Immediate future, although he declares

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out. He declares he feels he still was fit for the services for some time yet. He Is remarkably vigorous of body, despite the fact that he is not far from the 70-year mark. " Along with his federal duties "Mitch" always found time to take active part In civic activities of his home town and county. He at one time served as a councilman. When at home off duty did his "bit" In bond sales and other patriotic movements during the late world war. He served for 25

years as a member of the county fair, board, being one of the real live-wire members of the body. He had charge of the privilege assignments at the fair. He has long been a member of the local Masonic lodge. And all of "Mitch's" local friends are wishing that his retired days may be his happiest days. Organize Democratic Club. Temporary organization of a CoxRoosevelt club at West Alexandria has been effected. John Winkleman is temporary chairman and Lawrence Ehler is temporary secretary. Twin and Lanier Townships, of which West Alexandria Is the hub, is a Democratic stronghold. To Build Three Bridges. "Under verbal contract with the county commissioners, George Fitzer will construct a wingwall of the West Elkton-Eaton road, In Lanier townshir), for S120.65. Leander Bettelon

will build a bridge top and case walls in Jefferson township, near Jefferson Jones', for $299. Ollie Acton will build a bridge top on the Eaton-Sugar Valley road, near Eaton, for $190.50. Will Resubmit Tax Levy. Monroe township school district, the only one of 13 school districts in Preble county that voted against an extra tax levy for schools purposes at the late primary election, will it is said, re-submit the proposition to the electors of the district at the November election. It Is said plans looking to this end are already under way. Democrats Meet Today. Thus far no call has been issued to the newly-elected Republican central committeemen for a meeting for organization. The newly-elected county Democratic central committee was to meet here today for organization. Ylngllng Preaches Closing Sermon. The Rev. J. E. Ylngllng will preach his closing sermon of the conference year Sunday evening in the United Brethren church, which will mark the

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close of his fifth year as pastor of the church. He also will read his annual report The United Brethren conference for this district will be held In Arcanum, August 25-29. Rev. Baker la Back. The Rev. Hlley Baker and his- family have returned from a vacation. He will occupy bis pulpit Sunday In the Christian church.

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CAMDEN. O. Misses Genevieve and

Mary Elizabeth White, and Mrs. Ger

trude Garrot, nave reiuraeu irvm nieasairt visit with Mrs. Ray Daven

port, of Bowling Green, O. Mr. and

Mrs. Davenport reiumeu wnu mem and are visiting Mrs. Davenport's sis

ter, Mrs. Tura wnne airs. a.

Smith and daughter, miss vera, were Richmond shoppers, Tuesday.. . .Camden Chautauqua began Friday afternoon, Aug. 20. A good program is

expected E. C. JaenDerry ana family returned Monday after several

weeks outing at winona iane. School will begin Monday, Sept. 6. The houses are being cleaned and everything will' be in order for the opening G. H. Tullls and family

have gone to Indiana to visit Mr.

Tullls' parents Miss Blanch Moon Is back at her millinery store, after spending the summer with her father in Mlddletown, O J. P. Scott is visiting his sister, Mrs. Sue Elliott, in Greenville Carl Ross, son of Benjamin Ross, is suffering from a broken arm received while cranking an automobile J. W. Kenworthy was in Camden, Friday morning Mrs. Richard Francis has returned to her home, after a pleasant visit with Mrs. Elizabeth Brower.. -

PLAN 39TH MEETING AT APPLETON GROVE

The 39th annual reunion of the Pioneer association of Franklin, Butler and Union counties will be held on Saturday, Aug. 28 at Appleton's grove, near Mt. Carmel. The first meeting was held in the year of 1881, and since which time has gradually grown In Importance until the average attendance in the past few years has reached 2,500. For many years it has ben the custom to give a gold-headed cane and a pair of gold glasses to the oldest couple present from one of the three counties. Special care has boen taken In presenting the program for the day this year, by the following officers: T. B. Barkley, president; Truman C. Jones,

Butler county, vice president; A. F. Bell, Union county, second vice president; J. W. Himelick, Franklin county, third vice president; J, R. Apple ton, treasurer; James B.Kldney, historian; Rev. C. B. Clark, chaplain, and C. Conn, A. Redelberger and William Appleton as an executive committee. The following program has been arranged: 9:30 a. m. Calling of audience to order by the president; invocation. Rev. C. B. Clark, Riley, O.; reading of minutes by the sre-v; report of Historian James B. KldweU, Brookville, Ind.; appointment. Oi couiuuv tees; music, quartette; adrcss. Rev. r tt. Turley, of Oxford; music, oi" chestra.

m. Music, orchestra; music.

Quartette; address. Charles J. Orbison. of Indianapolis; music, orchestra; address, Attorney George W, Pigman, of Liberty; music, quartette; presentation of cane. Prof. A. J. Reifel. of Brookville. Indiana; presentation of glasses, W. W. Boyd, president of Western college. Music by Riley high school orchestra and Fairfield quartette.

You can 8ave Money at the CORNER GROCERY Corner 8. W. 3rd & Main D. O. Hodgln, Prop. Phone 3141

AUGUST CLEARANCE SALE

Buttons Covered

Embroidery Beading, Braiding Hemstitching Button Holes LACEVS 8EWINQ MACHINE STORE t 8. 7th. Phone 1788

Henry J. Pohlmeyer Ora E. Stegall William A. Welfer Harry C. Downing Murray G. DeHaven Pohlmeyer, Downing & Company FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Limousine 15 N. 10th St.

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CLUSTER DIAMOND

SOLITAIRES , ;With the rapid increase in the price of good diamonds the "Cluster Solitaire'' has become exceedingly popular Showy, brilliant made up of small diamonds of good color these rings represent the utmost in .value at a moderate pricey jWe have an excellent assortment ol .cluster diamonds, mounted in both !rings and pins, that are so perfect ey can hardly be told from the 'single stone : Do not form an opinion until you have seen ours i there's a great difference in the way they are , made.

CHARLES H. HANER 810 Main St. Jeweler Glasses Fitted

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Any of the following dealers sell and recommend THE WILLARD Bethard Auto Agency, 1117 Main St., City. Lee Flora Garage, 1514 North A St., City. Geo. Worley's Garage, 15 South 9th St., City. Steve Worley's ' Garage, 211-213 N. W. 7th St. K. & J. Garage, North West 9th and A Sts., City. Miller-Ebert Co., 503 North 6th St., City. Webb-Coleman Co., 19 S. 7th St., City. Carroll Auto Agency, 11 S. 7th St., City. K. & K. Machine Shop, Rear 1034 Main St. Roscoe Helms Garage, Centerville, Ind. C. F. Close Garage, Cambridge City, Ind. Wykoff Garage, Hagerstown, Ind. Cain & Weyl Garage, Economy, Ind. Ross Hiatt Garage, Greensfork, Ind. Carroll & Brown Garage, Fountain City, Ind. Moody & Chenoweth Garage, Lynn, Ind. Huff Garage, Spartansburg, Ind. Bethel Garage, Bethel, Ind. Hawley Garage, New Paris, Ohio. Square Deal Garage, Liberty, Ind. C. C. Beard, Liberty, Ind. Boston Garage, Boston, Ind. RICHMOND ELECTRIC COMPANY

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Phone 2826 SALES

Sale Begins Monday, Aug. 23rd; Ends Saturday, Sept. 4th Augmented by special display of Fur Coats, Aug. 25 and 26, Wednesday and Thursday. Over 35 high-grade Fur Coats, in addition to hundreds of Scarfs, Capes, Muffs, etc., etc. A sale of more than ordinary interest because it is a well known fact that Nusbaum-Marks Furs comprise only the highest grade of Furs obtainable. Every piece carries our guarantee of satisfaction. And on top of all that comes the 25 per cent Reduction Off Present Prices Accept this announcement as a dependable Nusbaum opportunity to get the Fur you want at a clean cut saving of 25 per cent.

PLUSH and FUR FABRIC GOATS At a Flat Reduction of 20 Per Cent This includes all new Fall Plush and Fur Fabric Coats, plain and fur-trimmed, short and long; regular prices $29.50 to $150.00 all reduced 20 per cent until Sept. 4th.

LEE B. NUSBAUM COMPANY

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Beginning Monday at 8:30 oclock

Advance Sale of New WINTER COATS Only 57 women can share in this bargain feast, as there are only 57 Coats in the lot. These Coats are made by one of New York's best coat-makers made of his surplice cloths and represent a saving of $5.00 to $10.00 over regular price. Grouped in Four Lots at $2475 $3475 $3975 $4500

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New Fall Dresses Tricotines, Silks, Serges

Advance Showing of New Fall Suits

The Geo. H. Knollenberg Company Only One More Week of the 20 Per Cent Discount on Furs

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Closing Out

Shoe

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Final Clean-up on All Low Shoes

We must sell them to make room for our new Fall line of popular-priced Footwear. Oxfords will be good this Fall woorn with the popular wool hose or spats. Now is the time to invest in a pair of good street or dress Oxfords at one-half the original prices.

YOUR CHOICE OF

ANY HIGH HEEL OXFORD in our stock, including famous J. and K. makes and others. Values up to $14.50; all styles

ANY MILITARY HEEL OXFORD In our stock; Brown or Black Calf and Kid; values up to $11.00; all styles

$6.95

Don't wait until you need them "buy now!" You won't buy them at this price again.

WORK SHOES FOR MEN 200 pairs serviceable Work Shoes in brown or black, sizes 6 to 11. Come In while we can fit you. While they last

YOUR CHOICE of our stock in White Canvas Oxfords or Pumps, military of high heels. Final clean-up

$2.95

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MEN'S FAMOUS HEYWOODS Men, here is a value, that you can't pass. Saturday we will put on sale our well known Hey-

wood Oxfords, the best grade of shoes in the store, of genuine calf or full shell cordovan, at Seven Dollars and Ninety-Five Cents. If we were to go out on the market today we could not touch these at this low price. If you are looking for value something that Is real good it will pay you to purchase a pair at this price; or, better still, two or three pairs. Remember,

these shoes formerly sold at $12.50, $14.50 and $16.00 and they were a good "buy" at that price. To close them out we will offer them at . Values That Cannot Be "Duplicated Late Brogues Included

$7.95

Feltman's Shoe Store The World's Largest Shoe Dealers 35 8TORES 724 MAIN 8T.

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