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October 31, 2024

In Retrospect

100 YEARS AGO

Thursday, October 31, 1924

Mrs. Nye Hamilton, who resided near Pharisburg suffered a broken arm last Wednesday while cranking a machine. Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton have moved to Richwood and now occupy the Perry property on east Ottawa street.

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Halloween fun makers are warned by village officials not to destroy or molest property. No objection will be made to masquerading, having an orchestra on the streets and dancing, but the destruction of property, marking of windows or removal of property will not be permitted. An ample police force will be on guard and violators of this warning will find themselves in police court.

75 YEARS AGO

Thursday, October 31, 1949

Miss Zaidee Chandler spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. G…

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