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Newspaper

Ashton Gazette

Location

Ashton, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1920

Page

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Lowden Wins Strong Support in Local Presidential Primary

In Ashton and Bradford townships Governor Lowden led the ballots with near solid backing from women and men. Reports show Lowden receiving the majority for president while Wood and Johnson trailed, with small Democratic votes noted. The piece also lists precinct results and local committeemen elections.

Lowden Ashton Hiram Johnson Ashton Township Frank Leonard Wood Charles W. MicCall Stewart Lamont Harlan B. Kaufman George B. Stephan Frank H. Bassler Bradford Township Bradford Fred C. Wagner Reynolds Township M W T. Frank O. Lowden McCall Lamont Kaufman W. A. Ewald Lafayette Lafayette Township T. Frank O. Lowden

Reception for new pastor at United Evangelical church

The Ashton Gazette reports a community reception Tuesday evening for Rev. J. W. Davis and his family at the United Evangelical church in Ashton Illinois. The event featured speeches by Wesley Yenerich Prof Fackler Rev Kern and included musical numbers and a luncheon. the piece also includes an ownership and circulation statement for the paper.

J. W. Davis United Evangelical Church E. J. Yenerich Wesley Yenerich Prof. Fackler Ella Petrie Arletta Krug Jennings R. C. Heidenthal F. H. Boyd Rev. Davis Ashton County of Lee Tate Ashton Gazette Ape Ralph J. Dean Illinois Illnois Thim Ashton Township Methodist Episcopal Church Ruth Zeller George N. Burnie J. J. Yenerich W. E. Kern A. W. Rosecrans

Best Investment for Men or Women by H L Goodrow

This article extols life insurance as a modern social science achievement aiding the bereaved, orphans, and elderly, arguing it beats gambling, furnishes durable security, and offers inflation protection while enabling families to meet expenses and taxes, with note of universal reach and current wage sufficiency. It also mentions Mrs. Mary Hurd and daughter Ruth visiting Dixon on Monday.

Dr. Thomas Medical Board Abraham Pastime Theatre H. L. Goodrow

Reynolds Church News No Service in Ashton Next Sunday

Reynolds Church announces no service in Ashton next Sunday. Bible school will be held in Reynolds at 9 30 a m but no preaching due to the pastor at a conference. W Doe de pastor.

Reynolds Church News Ashton Reynolds W. Doede Methodist Church Y. E. Kern

Endeavor Meeting Sets Courage as Topic Next Sunday

The Christian Endeavor will discuss courage as the evening topic at 6 30 next Sunday. Myra Griffith will lead the session, promising a lively snappy meeting.

Myra Griffith

Village Board passes paving ordinance in the town

An adjourned Village Board meeting approved a paving ordinance for Lincoln Way Main St and North First St with federal and state aid. Council debated disposal of gas plant machinery and electric motor at water works, adjourning to May.

Shippee Wood Griffith

Arrangements For Services At Ashtop Next Sunday

Arrangements have been made with Franklin Grove for services at Ashtop at 11:00 next Sunday with the leveping hour to Franklin. Other services will be at their usual hours. The pastor William H. Manshardt notes splendid attendance and desires continued growth and a welcoming message to all.

Washington Grove Kingdom of God Franklin Grove Ashtop Franklin William H. Manshardt

Correction to Card of Thanks Signature

A correction note states last week's Gazette printed the card of thanks signed Mrs. Frank Mehlhausen but it should read Mrs. Fred Mehlhausen. The newspaper apologizes for the error and notes mistakes can occur in the columns.

Frank Mehlhausen Fred Mehlhausen

Notice to settle debts from M L English

All parties owing me please fall and settle within the next week. M. L. English.

M. L. English

Automobile Insurance Ad From Samson Auto Insurance Association

The Samson Auto Insurance Association in Freeport Illinois offers insured coverage for autos trucks and tractors against fire theft and tornado. Promises lowest cost with only preferred risks accepted and prompt service. Local representative W H Ven Erich. Mr and Mrs William Heinzerot involved.

Samson Auto Ins Ass'n Freeport W. H. Venerich

Missing banker traced here surrenders in Rockford

Banker James Miles missing from Standard Trust & Savings Bank of Chicago turned himself in Rockford after an $18,000 reward was withdrawn. Traced from Chicago to Ashton then boarded the 9:/12 train before vanishing near Dixon. Miles alleges travels to Danville Washington and D C and visits to Chicago. American Legion meeting Ashton Post No 345 invites ex service men and G A R Spanish War veterans for 7:30 PM, includes a feed.

Rockford James Miles Standard Trust & Savings Bank of Chicago Atfiter Miles Chicago Ashton Dixon Danville Nati Washington, D. C American Legion Ashton Post No

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Mary E. Charters Mary Hurd Ru't Christian Endeavor Council ANG E. E. Vogleson M. N BE. J. Yenerich Bert L. Reed Glenn C. Rosecrans Fred Richardson Clarence D. Sanders John D. Charters M. N. Glenn John Drummond George W. Schafer KE. J. Randall Loala Quick State Association William Heinzerot A. W. Osecrans Ashton, Illinois
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