Trouble Over Child Settled In Adoption Dispute
The father Cris J. Smith sought custody of his 15 month old daughter Anna Louise, who was adopted by Graham and Louise Watson. Judge A D Thomas sat as special judge in habeas corpus proceedings, ruled notice was improper and left the child with theWatsons. A subsequent session had the father consent to adoption and the Watsons’ final confirmation settled the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. D. Thomas
Crawfordsville
Cris J. Smith
Anna Louise
Graham
Louise Watson
Desert City Growth and Community Spirit in Arizona
A Phoenix letter describes a long journey through snow to Arizona, noting green fields and singing meadowlarks, a growing city nearing 30 000, and residents striving to keep it clean. It mentions visits with old friends, warm sunshine, and plans to travel to the Panama Canal and Lebanon. Local society details include Miss Jennie Kennedy, party hosts, charitable carnations donated for a Victrola, and a Valentine party at School No. 3 with student-made valentines and candy from the school stove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix
Arizona
William Bevan
Lebanon
Voung
Panama Canal
Jennie Kennedy
Chicago
W. H. Winn
Heath
P. C. Tauer
South Side
Schoal No. 3
Harrison Township
Mabel Ranadell
Migg ‘Ranedell
Death Notice Highlights Railway Car Coupling Dangers
The notice reports eleven der ended September 90 2914 with 19 killed and 467 injured while coupling or handling cars. It notes only one death and 31 injuries due to defective equipment, and 78 serious injuries plus one death from air or steam hose incidents. It cites workers between cars without protection, with "kicking over" drawheads, lifting pins, and knuckles as common causes.
Third Ward School Plans Clarified By Board
Community pleased as school board explains that third ward building plans align with earlier decisions. Details shown at Wednesday meeting include expanded features. patrons approved proposals, with plans surpassing expectations. Pleasant surprise noted as neighbors and friends honor H J Libbert family at their home on February 11 with a shareable refreshments event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Ward
H. J. Libbert
John Richardson
A. J
Shepherd
George McKinney
EU Cross
Galvins
Sam Stevens
Steve Rash
Mrs. Gibbens
Frank Huntsingers
Tyers
Millers
Robberts
John Bresslers
Jim Evans
Sheman Pollards
D. D
Death Notices: The Big Four Posts Condensed Posters
The Big Four railroad distributes two effective posters in bold borders for public display, aiming to publicize notices in conspicuous locations through plain, strong visual messaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Four Railroad
Snfety First
Mrs Elizabeth Bailey Died Near Sheridan at 73
Mrs Elizabeth Bailey widow of the late John E Bailey died at her home four miles southwest of Sheridan Wednesday night aged 73. Funeral services were held Saturday at 10 30 AM at Bethel church one mile east of Slabtown with interment in Bethel cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Bailey
John E. Bailey
Sheridan
Bethel Church
Slabtown
Bethel Cemetery
Nancy A Carter Dies After Ten Days Illness at 60
Nancy A Carter aged 60, born November 3 1853 in Boone County, died Sunday at her daughter’s home north of Lebanon after a ten day illness. She leaves five children May Cox, Pearl Dicks, Ora Hazelrigg, Guy Carter, Fred Carter and siblings John Hazelrigg G O Hazelrigg Lillie Kersey Maggie Boerner. husband George Carter died 1901. Funeral was Wednesday at Pleasant View Church with burial in Pleasant View cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy A. Carter
Hother Cox
Lebanon
J. G
Sarah Hazelrigg
Wig
Boone County
George Carter
Dover
May Cox
Lenanon
Pearl Dicks
Indianapolis
Ora
Guy
Zionsville
Fred
John Hazelrigg
Hazelrigg
Kirklin
Lillie Kersey
Center Township
Maggie Boerner
Richmond
First Christian Church
Pleasant View
Pleasant View Cemetery
Carl Dale
Industrial Union
The
Presbyterian Church
J. W. Shumate
Indies Industrial Union
George Frank
Vickers
Lester F. Ju
Harriet Gabriel
Edgar William
Ed McCauley
Tever
Harry Saunders
Lester F. Jones
C. Clji Wilson
W. H. Buntin
Magazine Club
Mrs. Jones
North Meridian Street
Vemarchus Brown
Indiana
B.L. Crews
East Fordice Street
Florence Alberta
W. H. Winn
Kansas
Fred Jennings
Ora Halsey
C. H. Bane
Jennings
Archibald Boyd
J. M. Cox
Wichite
Kan
John Hutchings
Thomas W. Anderson of Rensselaer Dies at 71
Thomas W. Anderson died at noon Thursday at his home in Rensselaer from stomach trouble. A Lowell, Massachusetts native, he came to this county in 1887 and moved to Rensselaer nine years ago. He leaves a widow and nine children, including John F., Thomas A., Lawrence, James of Hammond, Robert of Rensselaer, Marion of Fort Lawson, Mrs Mable Harvey, Mrs Dorothy Harris, and Miss Mary Anderson. He was a Civil War veteran. funeral arrangements were not learned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas W. Anderson
Rensselaer
Mr. Anderson
Massachusetts
Lowell
John F
Thomas A
Lawrence Anderson
James
Hammond
Robert
Marion
Fort Lawson
Washington
Mable Harvey
Dorothy Harris
Mary Anderson
W C T U Meeting Highlights Charity and Rescue Work
The W C T U met Thursday afternoon with hostesses Mrs S M Riker Mrs Lafayette Wilson and Mrs Riker. Mary Garner led the session on Charity and Rescue Work with papers read and open discussion on community needs and assistance. Miss Mary Miller gave a recitation. A two course luncheon was served during social hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M. Riker
Lafayette Wilson
Riker
Mary Garner
Mary Miller
Town board awards sewer contract after bids reviewed
The Thorntown Town Board opened bids for the west end sewer system from Ailler of Lebanon at 5100 dollars Payne and Curry at 4200 dollars and Pat Shahan at 4100 to 4200 dollars. The contract goes to Pat Shahan with completion set for September 1 the work starting next spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorntown Times
West End
Ailler of
Lebanon
Payne & Curry
Pat Shahan
Presbyterians Win Narrow Victory Over Methodist Church Team
The Presbyterian boys led from start to finish to defeat the Hugtlers of the Methodist church in a Thursday night basketball game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterians
Hugtlers
Methodist Church
Presbyterian
Local Company of State Guard in Lebanon Seen As Benefit
A local Indiana National Guard Company L of the 2nd Infantry commander argues the unit brings about 2000 dollars annually into Lebanon, stays within the community, and deserves stronger public support. He invites residents to visit Thursday evenings at 7 43 to discuss its value and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollor
Indiana National Guard
2Nd Infantry
Aril Everr
K of P to Celebrate Fiftieth Anniversary at Latonon Lodge
Latanon Lodge No 45 Knights of Pythias will mark the order's Golden Jubilee on Thursday February 19 at 7 30 pm with an open meeting, a musical and literary program, and a principal address by Rev A L Ward. The event includes a public proclamation praising fraternal achievement and the order's motto Peace on Earth Good Will to Men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Knights of Pythias
Pythian
Golden Jubilee Call From Knights of Pythias
A 1914 notice from Supreme Chancellor J Thomas J Carling calls all lodges and members to celebrate the Knights of Pythias Golden Jubilee on February 19 1914 with a special ritual service to mark the semi centennial of Pythian Knighthood. Documentation includes formal attestation and seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomea J. Cartizy
Order of Knights of Pythias
Supreme ‘Lodge
Macon
Grand Domain
Georgia
J. Thomas
Widow Mrs Sarah L Kiser Dies at 62 in Lebanon
Mrs Sarah L Kiser, widow of George W Kiser, died Friday at 3 30 PM at 228 West Green Lebanon Indiana after five months illness from paralysia. Born January 2 1862 in Boone County she was 62 years 1 month 11 days. Survived by son Roy Kiser one brother Charles Cavin Stillwater Oklahoma and sisters Mrs Lou Courtney Mrs Doll Pareles Mrs Ferdinand Bartlett Mrs A L Pareles and Mrs Marty Davidson. Funeral 10 AM Sunday at home with burial in Robison cemetery. member of U B church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah L Kiser
West Green Street
Kiser
Boone County
Lebanon
George W. Kiser
Chile
Roy Kiser
Charles Cavin
Stillwater
Oklahoma
Lou Courtney
Doll Pareles
Path
Indianapolis
Ferdinand Bartlett
Labanon
A. L. Pareles
Mis
Marty Davidson
U. B. Church
Robison Cemetery
Parents Host Pleasant School Party Highlighted By Student Performances
Parents and guardians attended a three grade school entertainment with about 120 children on stage. Mrs Hadley and Miss English gave chalk talk and solos while the third grade performed songs and the Virginia Reel. A silhouette contest awarded prizes to Mrs Harmon Bradshaw and Mrs Elmer Brenton. The event, organized by Miss Miller, Miss Barlow, and Miss Opel, used the new fourth floor assembly hall with refreshments in the annex. Charles Hartman and wife returned from Indianapolis where they attended a birthday celebration for his aunt Katharine Hartman featuring a large cake and German themed festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Hadley
Lincoln
English
Virginia
Harmon Bradshaw
Elmer Brenton
Naunie Miller
Ethel Barlow
Charlotte Opel
Charles Hartman
Indianapolis
Hartman
Katharine Hartman
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Watsons
Big Four
MN. Chamlee & CO
Tics City
W. Ctu
Local Company OF State Guard
E. C. Rogers
Leb
Anon
K. OF
P’s
Sarah I. Kiser
Roy
Brad
Francia Gregory
New York City
Flossie Flatingam
Ed Bohanan
Park Street
Lexington Life
Lehanan
Legal Reserve Law
Pate
the Lexington
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