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Newspaper

Ashton Gazette

Location

Ashton, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1919

Page

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Tragic Corn Crib Accident Claims Ernest Schinzer

Ernest A Schinzer died Thursday while grinding feed in the corn crib near his Bradford Township home. The coroner's inquest found the skull fracture caused by the belt and gear setup. funeral services were held Saturday with interment in Ashton Cemetery.

Ashton Cemetery Ernest A. Schinzer George Schinzer Bradford Township Ernest Mary W.B Batton Chicago Emma Schinzer Lela Sword Lloyd ¥. Attig Mr. Attig Sword William Peteramyer W. F. Klingebiel M. D. Barnett LelaSword Peerey Migs Schinzer Lloyd F. Attig William Petersmeyer Ernest A Ernest Adam Schinzer Lee County Illinois Henry Henert Elizabeth Henert Anna Katherine Sword Mary Schinzer Eugene Sword Elizabeth Hen‘ert Christ Lord Jesus King of Paradise St. John’s Lutheran Church Henry Foelsch Ashtonemetery

Centenary celebration opens in Columbus with world pageant

The Methodist Centenary event in Columbus begins with a grand parade and daylong program. The weeklong exposition features international exhibits, 50 000 dollar pipe organ, and the Wayfarer pageant staged before 5000 spectators. Leaders pledge a large missionary fundraising drive and global religious artistry.

Columbus Ohio Columbia Busines Triet Fair Grounds William J. Kraft Bus University Rainbow Division France America Esquime Alaska Good Will Industries Hawaii Africa India Korea Japan Malaysia Philippines Latin America Europe Kwang City China J. B Crowther Coliseum United States Henry Herbert Blanche Yurka

Chautauqua Shines Again In This City

The Chautauqua committee signs up for another year with A F Hixson of Columbus directing. Attendance and ticket sales exceeded previous years with net receipts over $100. Highlights included the Harry Bennett Scotch Entertainers and Mother Eleonora M Lake advocating child welfare and playgrounds. The Mozart Orchestra, Governor Frank B Willis, and the Hettie Jane Dunaway Company drew large crowds with varied acts. Daily programs featured Hawaiian Singers, Victor Column Band, and a robust Junior Chautauqua led by Julia Barnes.

A. F. Hixson Columbus Ohio Chautauqua Harry Bennett Harry Lauder Bennett Mr. Bennett Walsh and Hurd Eleonora M. Lake Mother Lake Gomney Mozart Orchestralies Frank B. Willis Overnor State of League of Nations E. K. Yeake United Evangelical Church Hee Au Hettie Jane Dunaway Miss Dunaway George P. Bibles Daddy Long Legs Rachael Major Margaret Ringgold Moana Vierra James 8. Knox Victor's Columbian Victor

LESSLIE SANDERS WEDDING AT ASHTON

Mary Lesslie wed Herman Sanders at the Lesslie home in Ashton with Rev. F A Graham officiating. The bride, active in the Methodist church, marries a former serviceman who now tends the Lowden farm near Oregon. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Lesslie and others. couple to reside at Lowden farm.

Mary Lesslie Herman Sanders Lowden Farm William Lesslie Miss Mary F. A. Graham Woodstock Miss Lesslie Ashton France Oregon Harold Lesslie William Quick Ben Barber Rochelle P. M. Shippee Della Vernon Shippee Arlene Lesslie Freddie Graham

Card of Thanks for Loss of Son and Brother

The Schinzer family and the Swords express heartfelt gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness and aid during the bereavement of their son and brother.

Ghorgh Schinzer Mary Schinzer Luther Sword

Two Cent Stamps to Fall One Cent on July First

The cost of living article notes a one cent reduction in postage on letters and postcards beginning July first. Miss Nellie Roberts of Lindenwood visited cousins Mark and Vernie Burnham last evening.

Nellie Roberts Lindenwood Mark and Vernie Burnham

Old Stone Post Office To Become Large Dwelling

William Fuchs and workers undertake remodeling of the old stone building north of Clifford Knapp garage on Main street to convert it into a dwelling. Plans include a 16 by 20 living room, dining room, kitchen, three upstairs bedrooms, a rear sleeping porch, brick front, stucco sides, cement walk, and a full length cemented cellar with heating system.

William Fuchs Clifford Knapp Main Street Jack Williams N. A. Petrie Mr. Knapp Ing

Season tickets on sale at Gazette Book Store

Camp Meeting season tickets priced at 75 cents each go on sale at the Gazette Book Store.

Gazette Book Store

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Bradford George Schinzer Samuel J. Whetston J. 8. Whetston W. BE. Barton K. H. Durston East Togit Niias Julia Barnes McCook Nebraska Loala Quick Vivian Faye Moore Mildred Bemis Melinda Weiner Lesslie Sanders Endeavorers Hunt’s Grove Paul Moore Elmer Wagner Alma Faber Emma C. Krug Ada Wagner Endeavor Society OTONE Amboy A. W. Rosecrans & Comp’y. Ony Buy Wren Spot Ee Eek Ont Suen’ Ashton, Hiinois
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