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Newspaper
Bowen Chronicle
Location
Bowen, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
4
Bowen, Texas, learns of a post office matter as the Owen Chronicle reports official action involving a new postal designation. The notice references second class matter and publication details tied to local mail handling and era postal operations.
Lena indicated that subscriptions are desired or continued, while others suggested stopping. The fragment shows uncertainty about maintaining ongoing subscriptions and requests, leaving the decision pending.
A group of women south of town, with support from local businessmen, produced eighty one garments for Belgian poverty relief. Mrs Walter Dickhut shipped the collection to the Belgium Headquarters in New York City this week. The volunteers included Mrs Walter Dickhut Mrs Dave Lawless Mrs Ed Owen Mrs Wm Clemm Mrs Geo Pierce Mrs John Willard Mrs Arch Owen Mrs Wm Huddleston Mrs Frank Decker and Miss Edith Robertson with assistance from Mr Ed Owen and Mr Wilbur Lawless.
A coupon offer vouchers ten days of free work from Hedrick the Dry Cleaner dated the 15th of February. The note states the holder is entitled to all work done by the cleaner during the period.
The W. F. M. S. met January 29 at Mrs. Anna Horney’s home. Mrs. Young led devotions, Mrs. Clara Crossland led the study on the Child In the Midst, and Mrs. Dennis shared a touching story. After a brief business session, the Mystery Box was conducted by the chairman. For sale 40 acres of choice blue grass pasture land offered by E. S. Whitford.
Government uses urgent deficiency act funds to reimburse stock owners and accelerate slaughtered herd payouts. Up to Jan 1 1915 about 2.129 million spent, with Illinois worst hit at 36,758 animals, while Pennsylvania and Ohio follow. New money aims to speed compensation and encourage farming cooperation in eradicating the pestilence.
A E Thompson demands immediate payment from all who owe him. Call and settle at once as he needs the money.
The new piano arrived last Thursday on trial at a cost of 185 dollars with 120 dollars already subscribed. A Friday program featured piano solos duets vocal solos and vocal sextette numbers to test the instrument. The High School has formed an orchestra and held its first practice this week. January attendance shows 63 enrolled, 5 days absent, and 2 times tardy.
For sale a singer sewing machine described as good as new. One unit priced cheaply with a one year guarantee of perfect work. Item located near Hedrick over Amen Rest.
Real estate loan notice invites inquiries from borrowers seeking financing. Contact H. B. Griffiths at National Bank Building, Galesburg, for loan arrangements and terms.
State of Illinois Hancock County Circuit Court notices a March term in 1915. Complainant Ulyssis Wells filed a bill. defendant Emma Wells is summoned to appear by March term at Carthage courthouse. Clerk E O Reaugh confirms seal. solicitors J W Williams and Charles Crossland represent the complainant.
Public notice in Hancock County Illinois informs Mattie Stratton and J D Milstid that James W Morris Samuel H Thompson and Charles Crossland filed a bill of complaint in chancery. A summons issued returnable at Carthage courthouse on the third Monday in March 1915. Clerk E O Reaugh signed this January 8 1915.
Colds, croup and whooping cough are serious for children and require prompt care. Dr King’s New Discovery relieves the cold, soothes the cough, reduces inflammation, and fights germs to aid natural healing. Ask your druggist for a bottle today.
Church announces Bible school at 9 45 Sunday morning and preaching at 11 00 with theme An Every Day Promise Junior Endeavor at 2 30 evening service at 7 00 for Christian Endeavor Day Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 00 The missionary meeting next Thursday afternoon led by Mrs Barnett and Mrs Rowland A board meeting Tuesday The church hosts W D Endres Thursday for illustrated lecture Loyal Daughters box supper Friday program at 7 20 Prelude to supper Next Lords Day Brother J Newton Cloe will preach Senior Endeavor service and Bible School 9 45 Communion 11 00 Sermon 11 30 Junior Endeavor 11 30 Christian Endeavor 6 00 Preaching 7 00 Pastor L Roland
The revival meeting at the M. E. church will be closed for an indefinite length of time. Regular services Sunday morning and evening. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Junior League 2:30 p.m. Epworth League 6:00 p.m. Evening preaching service 7:00 p.m. W. D. McIntosh, Pastor.
Tax books are now at the Farmers Bank, awaiting collection by taxpayers. The move centralizes records and aims to speed up processing. Authorities urge residents to settle dues promptly and bring identification when paying.
Peter Radford argues the European war devastates cotton markets with $400,000,000 farmer losses. He urges cooperative action, storage growth, and allied bank support to stabilize marketing, praising farmers' unions while warning of widespread hardship without bold relief measures.
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