O. C. Burris
Mr. O. C. Burris, who, for four years last past has ben [sic] the local manager of the Western Union Telegraph Company, is a native of the county, having been born and educated here in London. He learned telegraphy himself, and is quick as well as correct in the business. Mr. Burns is a hustler and holds the local agency here for the New Method Laundry of Columbus, employing a wagon to call for and deliver the goods. He and his laundry enjoy a wide popularity in London and vicinity.
From Madison Democrat 50th Anniversary - Published by the Madison Democrat, 1908