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Nov. 11, 1918 - the biggest demonstration in Bluffton's history

Posted by Staff on November 12, 2023 - 7:08am

Word flashed over the wire that the Armistice was signed

By Fred Steiner
www.BlufftonForever.com

Bluffton celebrated the end of the Great War in an all-day-long event on Nov. 11, 1918. The Bluffton News coverage stated it was the biggest demonstration in the town's history.

Following is the Nov. 14 Bluffton News account of the Armistice. And, following that story are several additional Bluffton News reports leading up to Nov. 11.

Nov. 14, 1918
The biggest demonstration in the town’s history began Monday morning at 3 o’clock, Nov. 11, as word flashed over the wire that the Armistice was signed.

Whistles, bells and auto horns heralded the Allied victory from dawn until dark. The noise increased in volume from 3 o’clock on, and a big parade organized, marched up and down the main street Thorofare, terminating with the building of a spectacular bon fire in the square.

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Historical Bluffton
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First quarter BHS honor roll for 2023-2024

Posted by Staff on November 12, 2023 - 6:55am

Bluffton High School has issued the following first quarter Honor Roll for the 2023-2024 school year:

9th Grade – all A:

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People
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October 31 field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife 

Posted by Staff on November 12, 2023 - 6:00am

Northwest Ohio – Wildlife District Two 
On opening day of the 2022-23 white-tailed deer gun hunting season, State Wildlife Officer Supervisor Kevin Russell and State Wildlife Officer Ryan Burke, assigned to Hancock County, contacted hunters. The officers discovered that one individual, who had just completed a deer drive, did not have a valid deer permit. He was issued a citation for hunting deer without a permit and paid $175 in fines and court costs through Findlay Municipal Court. Later, the officers contacted an individual who had harvested a buck without a valid hunting license. He was issued a citation and paid $250 in fines and court costs through Findlay Municipal Court. 

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Business
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Pirate football blanks Green Bears in Region 22 semis

Posted by Staff on November 11, 2023 - 6:31am

Columbus Grove defeats Carey 37-21

By Cort Reynolds

NAPOLEON__The Bluffton High School football team dominated Ottawa Hills 34-0 in Div. VI, Region 22 semifinal action on a cool but dry Friday night at Charles Buckenmeyer Stadium in Napoleon to set up a big rematch.

Junior running back Landen Worcester rushed for 178 yards and four touchdowns to pace the punishing Pirate ground game. The rugged Bluffton defense also registered its ninth shutout of the season.

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Sports
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PHOTO What is Paragon Springs?

Posted by Paula Scott on November 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Here's a clue: "It is 1926 in the American heartland, and the famed 'healing waters' of Paragon Springs have been mysteriously poisoned. Now, the town's foremost citizen-crusader is determined to know the truth behind this tragedy, no matter the cost." Check out show times HERE. PHOTO Bluffton University Facebook.

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Blanchard River Watershed Partnershp hosts 2023 annual meeting

Posted by Staff on November 11, 2023 - 6:00am

Hear updates regarding water quaility in the Blanchard River watershed and learn about the important work of the Blanchard River Watershed Parnership at its 2023 Annual Meeting.

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Events
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