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Newspaper
Bowen Chronicle
Location
Bowen, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1915
Page
9
The chronicle urges readers to pause and give thanks as winter nears after harvest. It notes that some feel deprived despite blessings and encourages gratitude for life, noting many in distress but still thankful to be alive. The piece emphasizes offering sincere thanks to the Creator.
The public auction of C. P. Jacobs household goods and his residence drew a good crowd Saturday. His home sold to H. W. Young for 2,185 dollars and 4 cents. Col. Alpha Witt oversaw the sale as Jacobs plans to move to Hum Holt in January.
A vintage advertisement touts prompt relief available before and after meals. It promotes a product sold exclusively by Marsiv's City Drug and Book Store for 25 cents.
The Honorable Enoch H. Fleming of this city was appointed Deputy Grand Master of the A F and A M for Hancock and Schuyler counties. He must visit about twenty lodges annually within his district, a great honor to our townsman. Birthday Party Honors Silas Chandler At Dr F W Chandler Home.
The extreme cold and ample merchandise drive strong trade in Bowen. Winter clothing and hardware lead, but all lines show growth. Local stores offer obliging clerks and square deals, inviting more shoppers to trade there.
The group will meet at Mrs. Kelleys home with Mrs Perry leading. All members are urged to attend and roll call will be answered by scripture quotations.
Crank C aties county farmer reports harvesting two oat crops in one season. The first mowing yielded ripened grain that shattered, leaving a green field of oats. On the 21st last month he cut a second crop with a binder. threshing not yet done. Yield estimate ranges from 50 to 100 bushels per acre.
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