Commencement program set for high school auditorium
The program for next Thursday’s commencement at the high school includes invocations, orations, music, poems, solos, a class prophecy, and the presentation of diplomas. Missing dates and performers are noted in the assembled lineup alongside the casualty report from Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Miller
Mattie Larimer
Fred B. Young
Jolly Blacksmith
Jessie E. Spear
Simon
Evelyn Steele
Fred Updyke
Earl Combs
Fred Young
Lawrence Miller
Ccceeeeceeenceers Orchestra
Harry H. Moore
Ethel Yost
Harry Press
Guy Clouse
M. Schreiber
Lola Berenice Steele
Frank D. Larimer
Mattie Hedges
Symphia
Man” Manne
Meg
Clare McCullough
Helen Earl Combs
Merry May
West Point
Harry B
Ben Hur
Ethel Law
Florence Nightingale
Angie Culbertson
W. J.lewis
A. H. Chittenden
Stokesbury Nickum marry at Chariton residence
At the residence of Mr John Book in Chariton May 15 1903 the marriage of David C Stokesbury to Mrs Mary Nickum both of Corydon Iowa occurred Rev J W Stokesbury officiating The groom a leading Wayne county farmer active in mule raising The bride esteemed in Corydon They will reside in Union township after June 1
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Book
Chariton
David C. Stokesbury
Mary Nickum
Corydon
Iowa
J. W. Stokesbury
Cumberland
Stokesbury
Wayne County
Union Township
Memorial Day Program Schedule and Activities
The procession forms at 10 30 a m on the west side of the public square and moves to Chariton Cemetery led by the martial band for exercises at the Cenotaph and grave decorations. A 2 o clock assembly in the courthouse yard features music prayers recitations speeches and songs by local groups and guests. All public school children are invited to participate. Mrs J S Reed and grandson Roland Stratton of Denver arrived for visits with old friends and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Court House Yard
Chariton Band
Rev. Chittenden
Margaret Gow
A. K. Aten
Nellie Cowles
O. A. Bartholomew
America
J. S. Reed
Roland Stratton
Denver
Colorado
Cleveland
Mary Stratton
Death of Mrs. Agnes Widaman at 71 in city home
Mrs Agnes Widaman died at her southeast city home on Thursday May 14 1903 at about 3 am aged 71 after long illness. Funeral services by Rev B F Miller at the family home were held Saturday at 9 am and interment followed in Russell cemetery. She came to the county in the 1860s and earned the esteem of many. A daughter Mrs Amanda Bell survives with other relatives and the community shares in their grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Widaman
B. F. Miller
M. E. Church
Russell
Amanda Bell
District Court Updates Under Judge Wichelberger
The district court convened with Judge Wichelberger and R. W. Smith reporting. The term focused on minor matters as Albert Poston of Cleveland was found guilty of assault with intent to commit manslaughter and awaits sentencing while R. H. Waite faces trial for selling mortgaged property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichelberger
R. W. Smith
State
Towa
Albert Poston
Cleveland
R. H. Waite
City Council Adopts Paving Resolutions After Adjourned Meeting
An adjourned city council meeting last Thursday evening adopted resolutions of necessity for city paving. A subsequent Monday meeting approved several bills. The addition plot laid out by Amanda White and Amer Peterson was accepted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amanda White
Amer Peterson
Fair Grounds Sold to Curtis Brothers
Lucas County Joint Stock Agricultural Society sold the fair grounds to A. C. and Frank Curtis. Possession remains until October 1. County fair scheduled for September 15 through 18 will not be affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucas County Joint Stock Agricultural Society
Messrs. A. C
Frank Curtis
Unclaimed Letters Advertised at Chariton Postoffice
List of letters remaining unclaimed at Chariton Iowa postoffice for week ending May 16 1903 includes Willis Hall G Frederick Alt Mark Palmer Mrs K F Sandahl Harry Seaborn Advertised by L F Marie P M recipients urged to call
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Iowa
I Willis Hall
G Frederick Alt
Mark Palmer
K F Sandahl
Harry Seaborn
L. F. Marie
P. M
Marriage Licenses Granted by Clerk Wells
Clerk Wells issued marriage licenses to David C. Stokesbury and Tseaseaeeees Leeetetdeste both 40. Mrs. Mary Nickum aged 34. T. E. Casteel and Ellen Kaillion both 20. FT. Le Avittecoresssecesssencesseeesesssereessnooreens 20. Jessie Olap Pesvserereen aged 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
David C. Stokesbury
Mary Nickum
T. E. Casteel
Entre Nous Club Banquet Honors Visiting Members
The Century Entre Nous Club women hosted a Depot Hotel banquet for visiting members with a four course menu and toasts by Mrs. Eva Blake Mrs. Susie Hasselquist and Mrs. Gem Baker. Speakers included Miss Pearl Coles Miss Fay Ewing and Mrs. Louise Israel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies of the Century Entre Nous Club
Depot Hotel
Eva Blake
Susie Hasselquist
Gem Baker
Miss Pearl Coles
Des Moines
Fay Ewing
Lincoln
Nebraska
Louise Israel
Nellie Graves
Edith Anderson
Washington
Indiana
Pearl Coles
Ethel Trent
Woodburn
Mesdames Nellie Graves
Ida Rea
Daisey Dent
Elizabeth Brant
Mattie Penick
Willie Brown
Jessie McKiveen
Florence Maple
Ther
Willa Larimer
Margaret Waight
Martha Stuart
Myrtle Dungan
Democratic State Convention Calls for Nominees in Iowa
Des Moines hosts the Democratic State Convention on June 24, 1903 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Supreme Court Judge Superintendent of Public Instruction and Railroad Commissioner. Delegates are apportioned by county results and statewide vote totals with 853 delegates statewide and 80 in the eighth district. The Democratic State Central Committee invites all adherents to participate in the delegate selection process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Iowa
Des Moines
Supreme Court
Adams
Appanoose
Clarke
Decatur
Fremont
Lucas
Page
Ringgold
Taylor
Union
Wayne
Democratic State Central Committee
N.C. Rogerts
A. EB. Jackson
Chariton Street Paving Resolutions of Necessity Adopted
The Chariton city council resolves to pave Main Street from Braden to Auburn and adjacent sections including Court Avenue and Braden Avenue. Paving will be concrete six inches thick and vitrified brick with proper curbing, with costs assessed to abutting property except for intersecting streets paid by the city. Public notice for final passage is set for June 27, 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of Chariton
Town
Main Street
Court Avenue
Braden Avenue
Auburn Avenue
Chariton
I. M. Bowrn
A. D. Gray
Sean
Memorial Union Service Invites Chariton Churches
The pastors of all Chariton churches and the public are invited to Union Memorial services at the Baptist church Sunday at 3 o clock. Seats will be reserved for Grand Army Veterans and the Woman's Relief Corps. Signed by Pastor Fred B Palmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Union Memorial
Baptist Church
Grand Army Veterans
Woman’s Relief Corps
Fred B, Palmer
Farre l Absolute Cure for Catarrh Sold by Pickerell Bros
Dr Farrells Absolute Cure is claimed to cure dyspepsia heartburn stomach ulcers and all digestive disorders. FOR SALE Two large stock tanks Pickerell Bros
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickerell Bros
Decoration Day Committees Named by G A R Meeting
At a G A R meeting in Lucas County the listed comrades were appointed committee chairs for grounds decoration cemetery vocal music finance martial music flowers transportation and more with power to hire help. All Civil War and Spanish American War veterans civic societies and citizens are invited to attend the May 30 1903 exercises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Douglass
J. T. Griffin
W. Coles
J. B. Teas
L. Manning
S. B. Swift
W. R. Corps
I. N. Funk
Lucas County
Chariton Alumni Meeting and Reception Notices
Alumni Association will meet Friday May 22 in the High School assembly room at 7:80 p.m. The annual reception is set for Friday May 29 at 8 p.m. Dues must be paid to enjoy privileges. door fee remains as last year. 2021 See's Notice bids for a school house in district No 7 Liberty township Lucas county Iowa due June 20 1903 at 1 p.m. Building by September 1 1903 with bond. J C Kenney secretary Oakley 21-4
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton High School Alumni Association
Liberty Township
Lucas County
Iowa
J. C. Kenney
Oakley
Insurance Notice by A B Gookin in Chariton
In Chariton Walter C Gookin will handle insurance affairs during absence offering best insurance at the lowest rates. Office over post office. The post office added a cancelling machine at department expense about $250 pleasing staff and officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter C. Gookin
A. B. Gookin
Department
Vacant Lots for Lease Near Town Square
A property listing offers 40 by 165 feet vacant lots one half block south of the southeast square corner for lease over a term of years. Application required to W. H. Dewey, agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Dewey
U-21
East Texas Rapid Growth as Truck and Fruit Region
A pamphlet promotional note urges readers to recognize East Texas rapid development as a truck and fruit growing area. It invites subscription to Timely Topica No. 2 and promotes Texas resources as boundless, addressed to Katy at 500 Wainwright Street, St. Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Katy
Wainwright
St. Louis
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Waight’s
Sadie Householder
W. M. Householder
Indianapolis
Royal Neighbors of America
Householder
Stokesbury-Nickum
District Court
Lake Trout
M. Sheuerman & Brother
West Side Square
Chariton, Iowa
Keyes
Fairbank
A.J. Woodman
A. Va As
Palmer’s
Grocery Department
California
Insurance
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