Williams County, Ohio- Genealogy Trails

Lima Daily News
Mar 7, 1906

Bryan, O., Mar 7-

It was learned here today that Aaron Jones, formerly owner of the Bryan Opera House, was secretly married last December to Mrs. Ella McLain, a wealthy widow.

(Submitted by Linda Dietz)

Date: 1921-01-13; Paper: Fort Wayne News Sentinel

Edon, O. Jan 13—Born to Mr and Mrs. Roscoe Allomong, a boy and their first child.

Submitted by Barb Zigenmeyer

The Bryan Press

Bryan, Ohio, November 11, 1948

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

AT CAMERON HOSPITAL

Dismissals

Mrs. Ida Alleman of Pioneer was dismissed today.

Master Lester Reas of Edgerton was also dismissed this morning.

Births

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sanders, Bryan, O., became the parents of a 6lb. 10oz. baby daughter yesterday.

Mr. and Mrs. Eunice Bible, Montpelier, became the parents of a baby son today. The baby weighed in at 6 lbs. 8oz.

A baby son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Metcalf of Hamilton, Ind. The boy weighed 7lbs. 14oz.

The Bryan Press, Bryan, Ohio, May 11, 1944

Eighth Graders Rank High in State Tests

Ninety-one eighth year pupils from the Bryan Junior Senior High School took the eighth year Ohio Scholarship Tests sponsored by the State Department of Education. These tests were administered by Miss Barstow, Mr. Mick, and Mr. Rogge.

Over 44,000 pupils from the state of Ohio took these tests. These tests contained 200 items and covered English, arithmetic, science and history. The average grade for the state of Ohio was 110. Fifty-four of the ninety-one, or over 57% of the Bryan eighth grade pupils had scores above this grade and the pupils were consistently high in each of the four subject groups. Paul Carlsten ranked in the upper 1% of the eighth grade pupils of the state of Ohio.

The following eighth grade pupils ranked in the upper 25% :

Paul Carlsten.

Thomas Howell.

Larry Harmon.

Kermit Newcomer.

Allyn Witzerman

Mary Elise Dill

Gloria Lindsey

Elston Hamilton

Mary Jo Troxel

Phyllis Perry

Vineta Carlin

Mary Demas

Thomas Beach

Lynette Lorenzen

Henry Konecny

Betty Easterly

Carole Hauger

Phyllis Freed

Phyllis Steele

Earleen Wagner

Nancy Berheisel

Nancy Stoltz

Robert Jones

James DeGroff

Dolores Shaffer

Joan Sharman

Suzanne Fieldner

Joan Cotterman

James Bell

Carloyn Everhart

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press, Bryan, Ohio, May 11, 1944

LOCAL AND PERSONAL

Licensed to Marry

Marriage licenses were issued to Ted A. Smith, U.S. service, of Bryan and Eileen Siebenaler, bookkeeper, of Edon; and Arthur Kloes, laborer, Montpelier, and Ella Allen, cafe cook, Montpelier

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press, Bryan, Ohio, May 11, 1944

LOCAL AND PERSONAL

Births

A son, William Browneill, born to Mr. and Mrs. Vernise Echler of Montpelier in Cameron hospital, May 4.

A son, named Paul Lamar, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hitt, 706 North Cherry street, in Cameron hospital, May 4.

An 8 3/4 pound daughter, Sharon Lee, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Strup of Edon, May 4.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mosier at Cameron hospital, May 8.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press

Bryan, Ohio, Thursday, May 11, 1944

TWENTY YEARS AGO

From the Press of May 15, 1924

Farmer school held a patriotic program raising a new flag secured by the efforts of four high school students, Louis Nichols, Paul McCullough, Donald Battershell and Earl Smith. These boys solicited the money to buy the flag, then cut and erected the pole.

Hi Long, of Edgerton and Frank Fisher, of Alvordton, have been appointed by Judge Newcomer as Jury Commissioners. Clinton Paine and J.R. Oldfield are reappointed as Soldiers Relief Commission.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press

Bryan, Ohio, Thursday, May 11, 1944

CLOSING SCHOOL EVENTS

Rev. Mr. Wobus of Sidney, O., will give the graduation speech at Kinkle high school commencement Friday evening, May 12. Helen Oxender is salutatorian and Berniece Keller valedictorian of the class of six, the others being Irene Baker, Kermit Baerlin, June Downing and Betty Oxender.

The baccalaureate service for eight Alvorton high school graduates will be held Sunday evening, May 14, with Rev. Franklin Trubee speaking. Commencement will be Monday evening, May 15, with Rev. Birney Roberts speaker. Graduates are John Hilger, Mary Ensign, Mary May, Arlene Balis, Betty Jean King, Watha Sevrence, John Suter and Richard Whitis who is in the navy.

Rev. Dewey Rowe delivered the address at eighth grade graduation of Superior township school in the West Bethesda church Wednesday evening. Graduates are Billy Hoffman, Modestus Fry, Patricia Fry, Ralph Rickner, Constance Kannel, Darold Beck, Dwight Miller, Ralph Cramer, LeRoy Thomas and Arleen Woodruff.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press

Bryan, Ohio, Thursday, May 11, 1944

Pioneer Girl First In 8th Grade Test

Doris Ann Heacock of Pioneer schools placed first among the 201 Williams county system eighth grade pupils in the state scholarship test in April, according to results received from Columbus by Co. Supt. H.C. Vannorsdall. Of the 201 county students taking the test, two-thirds placed in the upper half and one-third in the upper quarter in the state.

Following are the highest ranking ten in this county, and their scores: Doris Heacock, Pioneer, 173; Norma Headley, Northwest, 170; Patricia Allen, West Unity, 167; Edwin Myers, Edon, 165; Dwanda Schad, Clay Bank, 165; David Sauer, West Unity, 164; Donald Brannan, Center, 162; Richard Gee, Pioneer, 169; Herbert Coolman, Northwest, 158; Lamar Allomong, Northwest, 158 and Jeanie Miller, Pioneer, 158.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Press

Bryan, OH, November 11, 1948

Dorshimer Killed In Auto Wreck

Farmer Dies When Autos Collide On Route 15

Another accident involving a fatality occurred yesterday afternoon at 4:30 on Route 15 about 5 miles north of Bryan. Lee Dorshimer, 81, of near Bryan, died in the ambulance on the way to Cameron hospital after receiving a skull fracture and other injuries in the accident.

Mr. Dorshimer was driving his 1930 Ford tudor south on 15 and was closely followed by David Russell, 53, of Dayton, Ohio, who was driving a 1947 Dodge sedan.

Russell was about to pass the Ford when Dorshimer made a lft hand turn in front of him to go into his driveway. Russell could not stop in time to avoid the crash. Dorshimer's car rolled over and completely demolished it and the Dodge skidded 105 feet before coming to a stop in the right hand ditch.

The following statement was made by Russell to Deputy Sheriffs Bill Lamont and Dan Zuver who investigated the accident. "I was traveling south on Rte 15 about 45 miles per hour. I had slowed some and blew my horn. The Ford was traveling in the same direction at something like 30 miles an hour. I started to pass when the Ford suddenly turned left to go into a farm driveway. I jammed on my brakes but could not pass behind him. I hit him, turning the Ford over and turning me around."

At the time of the accident Russell's speed was believed to be about 50m.p.h. Mr. Russell suffered only minor injuries.

The body is in the Allen Funeral Home in Montpelier. Funeral services will be conducted in the Home at 2:30p.m. Friday with Rev. Lowell Rupp officiating. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery.

Mr. Dorshimer is survived by two sons, Ernest and Charles, both of Ferndale, Michigan.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Times

Thursday, October 2, 1958

FRATERNITY SWEETHEART

International Sweetheart of Kappa Sigma Kappa fraternity is the title won by Barbara Acus, a senior at Defiance College, during the recent national convention of that fraternity in St. Louis. She represented the Defiance chapter and was selected from eight district contestants. Miss Acus, who is majoring in secondary education at Defiance College, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oakley Acus, Bryan, Rt. 2.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Edgerton Earth

Friday, July 21, 1916

Local and Personal

We understand that Henry Sindel, of near Hicksville, and Miss Emma Ortstadt went on their honey-moon one day last week.

The barn of John Sleesman in Milford township was struck by lightning Wednesday night and burned to the ground together with the season's hay crop, harness, implements and twelve head of hogs, which were in a pen adjoining the barn. Insurance was carried but not sufficient to cover the loss..

Mrs. Will Long, Frank Long and wife and Will Long and wife attended the funeral of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Shidler and Mr. Lon Williams son-in-law of Mr. Shidler, at Leipsic, Ohio, last Monday. The above persons were killed while crossing the railroad in an automobile Saturday evening on the way to town. Mrs. Williams who was also in the auto, suffered the loss of the right arm and limb, also other injuries, but at the time of the funeral was still living and conscious of the loss of husband and parents. Mrs. Shidler was a cousin of the Longs. August Kinn drove the party thru in his Overland.

The sixteenth annual reunion of the Hopkins Family Society, occurs this year August 19 or the second Thursday in August 1916 at Edgerton as usual, where a suitable place will be provided in our lovely park, and should the weather happen to be unfavorable, can retreat to the opera house.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Edgerton Earth

Edgerton, Williams County, Ohio, Friday, July 21, 1916

FATAL ACCIDENT AT RAILROAD CROSSING

Were Residents of Milford Township

Appalling Calamity

Saturday night about 9 o'clock as an auto driven by Otto D. Carey was in the act of crossing the railroad a half mile east of Butler, a fast New York Central train eastbound and traveling at terrific speed struck the car and hurled its occupants, consisting of Mr. Carey, aged 40, his wife, 35, son Laughton, 6, and Paul, 18 months, into eternity.

Mr. Carey was enroute home. As he approached the crossing a west bound freight was passing. A number of other machines were waiting, Mr. Carey being in the lead. No sooner had the caboose cleared the crossing than Mr. Carey darted upon the track and his car was struck amidship by the engine of the limited from the west.

The four occupants of the machine were instantly killed. The body of Mr. Carey was found some distance north of the tracks. It is claimed he breathed several times when people reached his side. The other three bodies were found in a heap on the track. Mr. Carey was not badly mutilated, Mrs. Carey was cut and bruised beyond recognition. The children were also badly disfigured.

The automobile was one mass of junk.

The bodies were turned over to a local undertaker and were viewed by hundreds of the morbidly curious.

The bodies were removed to the late home 5 miles southwest of Edgerton on Monday. The funeral was held from the late home Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock and was attended by a large concourse of people from far and near.

Otto Carey is the son of Thomas Carey, a life-long resident of Milford township. Mrs. Carey was the daughter of John Greenwalt. She was married to Otto Carey three years ago after the death of his first wife.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Edgerton Earth

Edgerton, Williams County, Ohio, Friday, July 21, 1916

Local and Personal

Frank Kimpel is another of the Co. E. boys, from Edgerton , who failed to pass the federal medical examination at Columbus and returned home.

Ray Maier, of Edgerton, was one of the thirty-eight of Co.E., of Bryan who failed to pass the physical requirements of the federal medical examination at Camp Willis and returned home last week.

The barn on the Jacob Huffman farm was struck by lightning Thursday afternoon during an electrical storm and burned to the ground with a large quantity of hay. With heroic effort the horses were saved. Insurance will not cover the loss. Mr. Huffman resides about five miles south-east of Edgerton.

Mrs. J. P. Closson presented THE EARTH with some fine honey Friday for which we express our hearty thanks. There are few people handicapped as Mrs. Closson is and at her age that could get around so well as she. Her hearing is almost totally impaired yet she experiences no difficulty apparently in transacting her affairs. It is not an uncommon thing for her, when she goes to Chicago to visit relatives, to go about the city alone and unaccompanied at her own volition.

Richard A. Haskins, who recently was arrested on a charge of assault with intent to kill his wife, Malissa Haskins, filed a petition in common pleas court asking for divorce. The alleged assault occurred Sunday, July 2, and according to the petition filed by Mr. Haskins, his wife struck him with her fists and an iron stove lift. He asks for divorce because of alleged curelty and neglect. Mr. and Mrs. Haskins were married at Toledo Jan. 1, 1906 - Pioneer Alliance.

Mrs. D. O. Strole is enhancing the beauty of her property by the addition of a new cement porch.

Charles Baerlin has bought a new Studebaker thru the agent Hiram Long.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Bryan Times

Thursday, October 2, 1958

Judith Marlene Kimpel Wed To Franklin Wiles

Double ring vows were exchanged by Marlene Kimple and Franklin P Wiles Sunday, September 21, in the Zion Lutheran Church near Edgerton. Rev. Kenneth Mueller officiated.

Marilyn Heisler, organist, accompanied the soloist, Mrs. Carolyn Robinson, as she sang "Oh Perfect Love," and "The Lord's Prayer". Beauty baskets of bronze and yellow pompons graced the church altar.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Kimpel, Edgerton, and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Wiles, Rt. 2 Bryan, are the parents of the groom. The couple will reside in a trailer home in Pulaski.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Edgerton Earth

Thursday, April 24, 1941

OBSERVE GOLDEN WEDDING EVENT

Children and Grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. David Buchs All Present

Mr. and Mrs. David Buchs celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their home Sunday April 20, with their children present. A pot luck dinner for the family was held at 12 o'clock noon. Mr. Buchs was born in Alsace, Lorraine and is 78 years old. Mrs. Buchs was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is 66 years old. They were married April 23, 1891 at St. Mary's Catholic church, Edgerton, O.

Mr. and Mrs. Buchs are parents of twelve children, including Mrs. Echo Rohrbaugh, John Buchs, Michael Buchs, Fred Buchs, Mrs. Fred Jerger, Alonzo Buchs, all of Edgerton; August Buchs, Rockwood, Mich.; Mrs. Earl Davis, Mrs. Albert Weber and Mrs. Herman Kruse, of Toledo; and Frederick Buchs of Rockwood, Mich.; one daughter deceased and fifteen grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Buchs received some very lovely gifts and numerous bouquets of flowers from their friends and neighbors.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

The Edgerton Earth, Thursday December 15, 1938

Kimpel - Hose

Lois, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hose, and Harold Kimpel were married at Auburn, Ind., last week Wednesday at the Zion Lutheran parsonage by Rev. Arthur Betz.

They expect to reside in Edgerton.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

Isabella Kunkle was born in 1847 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio to Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle and John M. Kunkle

Isabella Kunkle married Jacob Griner on 09 October 1871 in Williams, Ohio.

Isabella (nee Kunkle) Griner passed on 26 April 1878, Jefferson, Williams, Ohio

Mary J. Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle on 13 July 1849 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio

Mary J. Kunkle died 25 December 1860 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

Sarah E. Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle on 12 June 1852 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio

Minerva B. Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle in 1857 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio

John M. Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle in 1864 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

Lewis Jones Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle on 19 May 1866 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

Lewis Jones Kunkle died on 01 August 1870, Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

James Elmer Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle on 18 January 1867 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio

James Elmer Kunkle died on 29 Decemer 1869 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

George Frank Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle in 1870 in Jefferson, Williams, Ohio.

Clara E. Kunkle was born to John M. Kunkle and Susannah (Hazlett) Kunkle in 1873.

(Submitted by Rachel Goodman)

THE EDGERTON EARTH

Thursday, June 14, 1945

SERIOUS CHARGE IN AUTO MISHAP

County Coroner returns a verdict of manslaughter in car crash

A verdict charging Charles Zuver, Jr.,16, of West Unity with involuntary manslaughter was returned by Coroner C. Paul Waid, of Williams county after he conducted an inquest last week Thursday afternoon in the death of Forest Ruff, 55, who was fatally injured in a traffic mishap near Bryan May 29.

Included in the coroner's decision was a charge that the county was negligent in leaving a washout in the road unrepaired for a period of 26 months.

Mr. Ruff, a farmer, was driving his farm wagon and team along the country road and it was struck in the rear by the auto driven by young Zuver. After the collision the team ran away throwing Mr. Ruff forward off the wagon and dragging him, crushing his skull. He died in Cameron hospital the following day.

THE EDGERTON EARTH

June 14, 1917

Born to Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Stauffer on June 6, 1917, a daughter, Anna Elizabeth.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

THE EDGERTON EARTH

Thursday, June 14, 1945

News of General Interest Gleaned From All Around

While waiting for his wife at a church rummage sale, at Waterloo, Ind., a business man bought some underwear - his favorite pre-war brand. He soon learned it was some he had thrown away several years ago.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

THE EDGERTON EARTH

Thursday, June 14, 1945

MAVIS - WORTHINGTON

Announcement is made by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Worthington of the marriage of their daughter Dorothy, to Pvt. Duane R. Mavis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Mavis, which took place in the M.E. church Monday afternoon, June 11 by Rev. Horst, in a double ring ceremony in the presence of the parents and grandparents.

The bride chose a pastel blue crepe dress and wore a strand of pearl beads, a gift from the groom. Her corsage was of pink roses. Her attendant, Miss Wanda Osburn, chose a yellow crepe dress. Her corsage was of white carnations. Mr. Lavon Hoffman served as best man and wore a boutonniere of a white carnation.

Miss Gloria Horst played the wedding march.

A six o'clock dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents. The table was lovely, centered with a tiered wedding cake.

Mrs. Mavis is a graduate of Edgerton High school. Mr. Mavis was a 1943 graduate of Farmer high school, and at the present time is in the service and stationed at San Antonio, Texas.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

THE EDGERTON EARTH

Thursday, June 14, 1945

DIES AT 90

Wilber I. Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Rollo J. Hopkins, of Fort Wayne, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. Hopkins and daughters Marilyn and Dorothy attended graveside services for Wilber I. Johnson, at Farmer cemetery Monday. Deceased died in a convalescent home near Wooster, Ohio, Friday of last week.

Mr. Johnson will be remembered by the older residents of Edgerton. When a resident of West Unity he was a frequent visitor in the home of the late T.M. Hopkins.

He was the last surviving member of the Johnson family.

DORA FIIG DIES AT AGE OF 65

Illness extended over a period of five years; Funeral held Wednesday

Mrs. Dora Fiig, wife of John Fiig, passed away at her home Sunday at the age of 65. She had been in failing health for the past five years. Death was due to carcinoma.

Surviving besides the husband are three daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Hall and Mrs. Aretta Stark, Edgerton. Mrs. Rose Beavers, Bryan; four sons, Rupert and Carl Fiig, Edgerton, John Fiig Jr., Camp Atterbury, Indiana, and Kenneth Fiig, Harlington, Texas.

Services were held from St. Mary's church Wednesday at 9:30 am with requiem mass, Father Williams officiating, with Krill Funeral Service in charge. Burial in church cemetery.

Pallbearers were John Sanders, Roy Sanders, Fred Buchs, Marvin Jerger, Walter Goebel and Isadore Goebel.

(Submitted by Kate Watson)

THE EDGERTON EARTH

Thursday, November 21, 1946

November Bride

Mrs. Ralph Louis Krill

Miss Mary Elizabeth Unger, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul W. Unger, of Melbern, became the bride of Ralph Louis Krill, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Krill, of Edgerton, Sunday, Nov. 10, in a double ring ceremony read by Rev. W. Horst in the Melbern Methodist church.

Preceding the ceremony Joseph Koerner accompanied by Miss Marcella Krill sang "At Dawning" and "Because" and after the ceremony sang "The Lord's Prayer."

The bride given in marriage by her father, chose a brocaded organza gown, fashioned with full skirt and tight bodice which was fastened by a row of white satin buttons in the back. Her fingertip length veil was fastened to a sweetheart tiara. Her corsage was made of white roses on a white background. Her only jewelry were pearls, a gift of the groom.

Miss Alice Jean Eaton, cousin of the bride served as maid of honor, in a light blue jersey and net gown. Her flowers were yellow pompom mums that formed a ball corsage which hung from the wrist.

Dale Krill served his brother as best man and the ushers werw Wayne Grandey and Robert Koerner.

After December 10 they will make their home near Edgerton, Ohio.

Mrs. Kermit O. Cape

The wedding of Miss Bette Jane Stauffer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Stauffer, to Mr. Kermit O. Cape, son of Mr. and Mrs. Guy C. Cape was solemnized at St. Mary's church Thursday, Nov. 14, at 9 am by the Rev Joseph I. Williams.

The couples were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Cape. A double ring ceremony was used.

Following the ceremony wedding breakfast was served to the bridal party at Bunny's Cafe, Edon.

The reception was held at the home of the bride's parents at 2 pm attended by thirty-five guests. Father Williams was among the invited guests. Refreshments consisting of ice cream and cake was served. A three-tier wedding cake was cut by the bride and groom.

Later in the afternoon the bridal couple left for the Old Mill, Defiance where a dance was held.

They were overnight guests at the Ravine Hotel in that city, leaving Friday for Celina and continued their honeymoon to the south.

The bride is a graduate of the EHS class of '43 and the groom is also a graduate of the Edgerton high shcool.

The groom was in the service four years. He served two years in the Pacific area.

Until their home is ready for occupancy they will reside with Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Cape.

They are expected home Saturday.

MILLER AND BALOGH PLEDGE VOWS AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH

Saturday morning, Nov. 16, Miss Merilyn Miller, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymer Miller, became the bride of Paul Balogh, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Balogh, in a pretty wedding at St. Mary's Catholic church. Rev. Joseph I. Williams performed the double ring ceremony. The altar was decorated with lighted candles and large baskets of fall flowers.

The bride is a graduate of the 1944 class of Edgerton public school and is in the employ of the Edgerton State Bank Co. The groom spent many months overseas.

A reception was held at the Aro recreation center at Bryan from 7 until 9 by the groom's parents. Over 150 were in attendance.

Submitted by Kate Watson

CONTESTED DIVORCE IS ASSIGNED FOR HEARING

Wife Opposes Husband's Suit For Property Settlement and Divorce

A contested divorce case, Clarence W. Hutchison of West Unity against Nellie Pratt Hutchison of Fayette, has been assigned for hearing in Williams county common pleas court next Tuesday.

Hutchinson's petition, filed by his attorney, C. L. Newcomer, alleges they were married in 1938 and that she misrepresented her age as 50 when she was really over 65. He also charges gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. Her cross petition filed by her attorney, J. M. Ham of Wauseon, states he was acquainted with her exact age, and that he and his father were cruel to her.

Delbert and Elizabeth Lashbrook have filed suit in common pleas court against Lyman B. Stone and others to quiet title to 24 acres of land in Northwest township.

The local bar has been notified that a portrait of the late Fred H. Wolf, Fulton county judge who often held court here, will be unveiled Sunday afternoon in the courthouse at Wauseon. It is expected the Williams county bar will be represented at the service.

The Bryan Press Thursday, January 20, 1944

Ninetieth Birthday

Mrs. Anna Oxenrider celebrated her 90th birthday Monday. Mrs. Oxenrider, who is an invalid, has lived with her daughter, Mrs. Ray Peyton the past five years. Mr. and Mrs. Peyton are proud to have given her tender and loving care at her sunset in life. Mrs. Oxenrider is one of the pioneers of this county. She enjoyed the day visiting with friends and shared her birthday cake with them. Mrs. Oxenrider received gifts, a large number of cards, letters and plants and remembered by the U. B. churches at Williams Center and Bryan

BIRTHS

Mr. and Mrs. Dale Shackley of Mt. Carmel, Ill., announce the birth of a son Dennis Fritzsche, born Monday, January 10, 1944.

A son, named Francis Emmett, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Middleton, 124 West High street, in Cameron hospital Jan. 13.

Submitted by Kate Watson

The Bryan Press, Bryan, Ohio, May 18, 1944

WOMAN JUMPED IN PATH OF TRAIN SAYS ENGINEER

Mrs. John Zigler Killed Near Home West of Montpelier

Mrs. Dorothy Zigler, 31, Montpelier route two, was instantly killed when struck by a Wabash passenger train two miles west of Montpelier at 5:55 p.m. Sunday.

Engineer Rust of train No. 7 told Sheriff A.R. Dewees that the woman stood along the tracks as the train approached and suddenly jumped in front of the engine, which struck her, crushing her head and arm. The sheriff was informed by her husband, John Zigler, that she had been mentally ill several months.

Mrs. Zigler was the ninth traffic victim in the county this year, and was the seventh to be killed by a train.

She is survived by her husband, John; mother, Mrs. Chas. Harbaugh, and a brother, Ellsworth Brubaker, of Montpelier; and a sister, Mrs. Orpha Hubble of Reading, Mich. Services were held Tuesday afternoon in the Allen-Friend funeral home with Rev. K. L. DeWalt officiating, and burial in Riverside cemetery at Montpelier.

WANDA GRABER

Wanda Darlene Graber, 22 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Graber of Stryker, died in Cameron hospital May 10 after a two day illness from peritonitis. Services were held Saturday, with burial in Lockport cemetery.

HAZEL M. KEMM

Hazel M. Kemm, 35, a sister of Clarence Wagner of Bryan, died Sunday at her home in Defiance after a stroke. Services were held Wednesday with burial in Myers cemetery.

GEORGE GASKILL

George Gaskill of Jefferson township died in Defiance hospital Sunday from a stroke suffered several weeks ago. He leaves one son, Clarence Gaskill of Defiance. Services were held in Defiance, Wednesday afternoon.

MRS. DELORIS CELESTINO

Mrs. Delores Celestino, 43 years, died at her home two miles east of Bryan Sunday night. Services were held Tuesday afternoon in the Oberlin-Ford funeral home with Rev. Victor Roebuck officiating. Burial took place in Fountain Grove.

BIRTHS

To Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Hopkins on May 13, a daughter who has been named Cheryl Mae. Pvt. Hopkins stationed at Camp Perry, is home on a short leave with his family on N. Allen St.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Clair Smith of West Unity, a daughter May 10 at the Wauseon hospital, she has been named Barbara Jean, the mother was formerly Betty Ellis.

A daughter, Josephine Jane, was born May 9 to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ensman, Bryan, R.F.D.

A son was born to Pfc. and Mrs. Wayne Young in Brisbane, Australia, April 6. The father formerly of Edon, is serving with the army now in New Guinea.

Submitted by Kate Watson

Williams County - Edon, Ohio June 7 1922 Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Bell announce the birth of a daughter, Donelda Lenore.
Date: 1922-06-07; Paper: Fort Wayne News Sentinel

Submitted by Barb Zigenmeyer