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Newspaper
Baxter Springs News
Location
Baxter Springs, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
8
Hutchinson Daily News reports the Apollo Quintette and Bell Ringers filled the Methodist church for the lecture course concert on Wednesday evening January 13 1909. The bustling crowd gave repeated encores with strong applause, deeming the program highly popular for its variety and appeal.
Mrs Frankie Dillaway of this city married Christmas Eve to Mr Afton C Edrington in Kansas City Mo The ceremony occurred at the home of Mrs Geo Girten It is noted Mrs Dillaway is well known locally as daughter of the late Chas W Daniels The groom is a Kansas City real estate man The couple will reside in Kansas City
Mr Frank Nicholas and Miss Alice Staten both of this city wed on Christmas Eve at the home of Mr and Mrs W C Duff. Rev A L Jones officiated. The groom, son of Mr and Mrs J M Nicholas, works at Baxter Planing Mill. They will reside in Baxter Springs.
Our reporter heard that Mrs. Char lie Walker of Columbus received 500 for a play written for F Mann. Mann once worked as a bartender and knows Walker. He has several plays touring, two of which recently appeared here. In playful talk she asked for a price and he offered 500 if critics accepted. Critics favored it and she received the check.
Mrs Emma Binns aged 82 died at her late home in Hamilton Illinois on the 24th inst. The remains were brought to this
Local segment notes bargains viewable in Baxter Paint and Wallpaper Co storefront windows. shoppers can glimpse discounted paints wallpapers and accessory price signals as season contracts and promotions unfold.
Last Friday forenoon a fire alarm summoned about two hundred men and a fire engine to Geo W Bardin’s home where sparks sparked by strong wind threatened serious damage. Flames were extinguished with minimal loss, underscoring the need for timely receipts as the newspaper seeks delinquent subscribers to keep operations funded for 1909.
Blue Mound notes winter weather lingers with hope of more cold days. Attendance at church rises after a larger crowd last Sunday. Ward Darnell returns from Pratt county after two months with his uncle. Mr. and Mrs. Stoskopf host dinner with Alva. Beltzhoover siblings attend church. Okla. visitors Mr. and Mrs. Jackson stay with Darnells. Lulu Hall visits Columbus. M E Aid Society meets at Mrs. John Paxson’s home. Chubb family share Sunday dinner with John Thomas family. Grandmother Garrett’s friends surprise her. a second surprise hits Doc Chubb and family with cake and coffee. Mrs. Buchan improves after illness. Teacher Miss Oyler spends Sunday at home. Scott Jarrett considers buying land in Colorado. A colored man Pillar mentioned in local notes. News promotes a paper shears giveaway with details on page four.
The Methodist Episcopal Church led by Pastor Kr. Johnneos invites members to a Watchnight service from 9 to 12 and lists home gatherings at Dr M L, Prof Walter, Edw Prentice, and J H Chubb. The church aims to make next Sunday a great day of preparation for a revival starting Thursday Jan 7 and urges full attendance for important announcements.
Mrs. Sarah A Hayes died Monday morning at her daughter's home, aged 76. Survived by four of five children including Mrs. J L Hartley, Mrs. J E Simmons, Frank, and William Hayes. Funeral services were held Tuesday forenoon with interment in Baxter Cemetery.
Dick Enyart to be in Oronogo Missouri Wednesday at 10 o clock with 100 dollars to pay the reward for the return of the team buggy harness and capture of the thief who took the outfit about December 1. Open installation and basket supper by Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Wednesday night Jun 6. Bring baskets. The Christian Volunteers fed about 75 on Christmas Day and sent 14 baskets.
Local notes list honorees for December payrolls E W Dow Geo B Ballard and others, plus Miss Florence Miner of Kansas City visiting Mrs A L Harvey. New Year events at Christian Volunteers Hall include a concert and a holiday tree with gifts for attending youths. Subscriptions drive offers a nickel watch and self sharpening shears to new yearly subscribers. Post office letters remaining for Dec 30 1908 include several names. advertising urged for claim within two weeks. Rev A C E Bridger preaches at the Presbyterian church and Carnation Club members attend meetings. various local visits noted.
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