George W. Ritter collection
Collection Organization
The George W. Ritter Scrapbooks collection is comprised entirely of six scrapbooks (1927-1929). They collect newspaper clippings from various Toledo papers during Ritter’s tenure as law director. Most of these clippings focus on legal issues, such as the confiscation and destruction of slot machines. Nevertheless, city politics are fully represented throughout the scrapbooks, as well. Book 1 deals primarily with William T. Jackson’s plans as mayor-elect. Book 2 focuses on legal issues plaguing the city of Toledo along with its effort to deal with a rabies epidemic. Book 3 details the case of Ritter vs. Cole, in which the latter charges Ritter with contempt of court. Book 4 marks a heavy return to legal and political issues. Book 5 contains Ritter’s victory in getting the Miami and Erie Canal vacated and the accusation against Cole for being a paroled convict. Finally, Book 6 chronicles the aftermath of the Cole case and Ritter’s subsequent resignation.
Book No. 1, December 26, 1927-March 1928
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- Creation: December 26, 1927-March 1928
Book No. 2, March 11, 1928-May 23, 1928
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- Creation: March 11, 1928-May 23, 1928
Book No. 3, May 23, 1928-August 11, 1928
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- Creation: May 23, 1928-August 11, 1928
Book No. 4, August 11, 1928-January 12, 1929
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- Creation: August 11, 1928-January 12, 1929
Book No. 5, January 12, 1929-August 13, 1929
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- Creation: January 12, 1929-August 13, 1929
Book No. 6, bulk: August 13, 1929-October 18, 1929
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- Creation: Majority of material found within August 13, 1929-October 18, 1929