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James Couthren Borland
(1877–1943)

James Couthren Borland (1877-1943) was a general store owner who died of a cerebral hemorrhage secondary to alcoholism in 1943. (b. September 25, 1877; Bowerston, Harrison County, Ohio, USA - April 19, 1943; Bowerston, Harrison County, Ohio, USA)

James Couthren Borland

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His death. "James C. Borland, 83, widely known Bowerston merchant, was found dead in his home there yesterday morning at 10:30 by Claude Gordon of Bowerston. Death was due to a stroke and occurred sometime Monday night. Mr. Borland operated a general store in Bowerston for the past 40 years. A life long resident of that vicinity, he was born September 27, 1877, son of the late James and Catherine Walker Borland. Surviving are one son, Weldon Borland of Kent and a daughter, Miss Ruth Borland of Akron. Funeral services will be conducted at the Boor Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Thursday with Rev. C. W. Walter officiating. Burial will be in Long View Cemetery, Bowerston. The body is at the Boor Funeral Home."
"Harry Wilson alias Harry Wheeler, 30, residing near Dennison, was placed under arrest by Marshal Orve Rea last evening and was turned over to Newcomerstown authorities on suspicion in connection with a holdup which occurred near the Charles Lenzo restaurant in Newcomerstown, last Wednesday evening. … In event Wilson is not prosecuted in Newcomerstown, it was indicated that he will be returned to Dennison where he is wanted in connection with the theft of 20 chickens from a neighbor, and in connection with the theft of a roll of carpet from J. C. Borland, Dennison."
Death of his brother. "Charles Borland, 80, of 738 W. Market street, died Tuesday at his home. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the residence and burial will be at Bowerston, Ohio. He leaves his widow, Edith, a son, Lewis W., and a brother, J. C. Borland of Bowerston."
His father-in-law's biography. "Lizzie Alberta Miller is the wife of James Couthren Borland, who is engaged in the wholesale and retail meat business at Bowerston, Ohio. Of their three children but one survives, Weldon Earl Borland. Earl Smith Miller and Ethel May Miller are the other members of our subject's family."
His wedding. "Thursday night at the bride's home near West Bedford, Miss L. Alberta Miller, the accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. Miller, was united in marriage with Mr. J. C. Borland, of Bowerston, Harrison county. Rev. Stewart, pastor of the M. E. church, at Massillon officiating. Nearly one hundred guests were present, and the affair was not only enjoyable but elegant in every detail. The beautiful country home of the Millers is noted for its hospitality, and nothing was left undone in the welcoming and caring for the guests. Miss Miller has been prominent in village church work, in Sunday school, Epworth League and also in the choir, and she was a favorite with all who knew her, both young and old. And so the wedding was as joyous and jolly as universal good will and good feeling in a hospitable home with clever neighbors could make it. Many elegant presents were bestowed upon the bride, and she goes to the home prepared in Bowerston for their immediate occupation with best wishes of a host of acquaintances. Those from abroad who were guests at the wedding were Dr. Smith and wife, of Newark; Mrs. Mattie Allison, of Hopedale; Mrs. Mattie Cramblett, of Lacerville; Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Borland, of Bowerston."
His wedding announcement. "Cards are out announcing the approaching marriage of Miss Alberta, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Miller of Bedford township, this county, Mr. J. C. Borland, of Bowerston, Harrison county. The marriage ceremony will take place at the home the bride's parents. Wednesday, September 10th. About one hundred guests been invited, and the event will unusually joyous one.

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