Obituary for John Cleveland of Sullivan County
John Cleveland born February 8 1846 in Haddon township Sullivan County died December 16 1908 at 62. He lived near Indian Prairie Baptist Church all his life and joined the church in 1875. He married Jane Keyte in 1878 who died in 1880 and Anna Turner in 1884. He leaves wife three sons Clyde Curtis Clay and daughter Faye six children total two daughters preceded him in death. He was praised for a generous nature and a life free from reproach.
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John Cleveland
Haddon Township
Sullivan County
Indian Prairie Baptist Church
Indian Prairie Church
Kidwards
Jane Keyte
Anna H. Turner
Clyde
Curtis
Clay
Faye
Township Institute Held for Haddon Township Teachers
The monthly institute of Haddon Township school teachers occurred at Carlisle school on Saturday with strong attendance. Programs included readings by Supt. Joseph Lacey, discussions on arithmetic and English, and Latin educator topics by Misses Ruth Harris, Lillian Davis, and Ella Colton. Next meeting scheduled for January 16, 1909.
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Haddon Township
Carlisle
Bayville
Joseph Lacey
Indiana
Carrie Seever
Phena Dean
Oma Bailey
Elmer McCammon
Grace Cox
Tressie Willis
Lydia Griffith
Maud Daugherty
Lina Lester
James Whipps Makes Business Trip to Sullivan
James Whipps undertook a business trip to Sullivan on Saturday, returning with planned meetings and potential contracts in view.
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James Whipps
Sullivan
Teacher Resigns at Carlisle High School
Miss Mary Haughton English teacher resigns due to mother's ill health. Her departure takes effect at the close of Wednesday’s school. Miss Laura Campbell of Anderson Ind steps in to fill the vacancy after high praise and prior experience. Holiday vacation ends Monday Jan 4.
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Mary Haughton
Carlisle High School
Haughton
Laura Campbell
Anderson, Ind
Miss Campbell
Anderson High School
Indiana University
A R Orr Hosts Festive Evening For Carlisle Elderly
Postmaster A R Orr entertained many Carlisle seniors Thursday night in his apartments above the post office. The decorated gathering featured games music and guessing contests with W J Curtner winning the first prize in the guessing game. Refreshments served by Ada and Derci Kivett and Hester Hoover included cream cake coffee nuts and fruits.
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A. R. Orr
Carlisle
W. J. Curtner
Jimmie” Greenfield
Mr. Orr
Ada
Dercie Kivett
Hester Hoover
D. B. Johnson
C. A. Ellis
Derci Kivett
J.T. Akin
Sullivan
Oaktown Names Postmistress Mrs Juanita Bond
Mrs Juanita Bond is appointed postmistress of the Oaktown post office as R L Bond resigns to move with his family to Vincennes. Bond’s deputy has long served with satisfaction. The Roosevelts order protects her position, and the community congratulates her.
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Juanita Bond
Oaktown
R. L. Bond
Vincennes
Honored Steffy Teachers Toast Retiring Trustee
The Haddon Township teachers hosted a party for Trustee O. J. Steffy at his home, presenting a leather upholstered rocking chair. The event featured Christmas decor, games including a Washington ovation and overcoat auction, musical performances, and humorous sketches reflecting the guests and their talents.
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Haddon Township
O. J. Steffy
Santa Claus
Joe Lacy
Joe Lacey
George Washington
Grover Clayton
Ruth Harris
Mr. Allsman
Carrie Seever
Whitlock
Lina Lester
Oma Bailey
Mary
Grace Cox
Ella Colton
Tressie Willis
Prof. Clayton
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Carlisle Mercantile CO
Wm. Willis
Crowder Building
Sullivan, Ind
Phenix
Brooklyn
New York
J. Wesley Smith
First National Bank
Arthur C. Cutler
South Corner Public Square
J. R. Whalen
J. B. Latshaw
G. E. Douthitt
Carlisle, Ind
Haddon
Notior
Son’s
Cartiste
Ind
Township Institute
Postmistress
Steffy
PRD
Ridgway & Ogle
Capwell
J. S. Mavity
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