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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1900
Page
5
George W. Blake, longtime Lucas County resident and Chariton business leader, died suddenly at home at 1 a m from neuralgia of the heart. Funeral plans unclear as children Arthur Blake and Mrs Hattie Drummond may arrive from Utah.
Se G Williams known as Si, a miner at the old No 2 mine in east Cleveland, died after a slate chunk about 800 pounds fell on him while he was driving a mule to a car. He suffered a broken back and internal injuries, dying Saturday morning. He was about 25, married, and the death greatly affected his family. Funeral services were held Monday.
Christmas Eve service at St Andrews Church begins 7 30 p m with St Andrews Sunday school presenting carols before gifts from the tree. Residents will hear a sequence of numbered carols by different church classes and generals from St Faith St Katherine St Pauls St Cecelia St John St Mary St Mark St Agnes.
The funeral of Prof D R Michener principal of Chariton public schools who died December 12 1900 was held Friday at 2 30 pm at the M B E church. The service was conducted by Rev D H Fouse with other clergy in attendance and resolutions of respect read by Senator C A Carpenter. The funeral featured a large assembly of pupils teachers and M W A members with a prominent floral display and a long list of pallbearers. Michener born in Pennsylvania June 6 1850 led a long teaching career in Orion Coal Valley Indianola Columbus Junction Des Moines and Chariton. He is survived by his son Roy and by his wife Nettie Larimer with whom he had two children Murray and Roy. The narrative notes his firm yet gentle discipline and lasting impact on students.
The Sth annual sale and supper of St. Andrew's and St. Agnes' Guilds took place at Mallory's opera hall last Thursday. Guild tables displayed fancy articles while oysters and confections were served by guild members. An 8 pm entertainment led by Mrs. Jessie M. Thayer featured Priscilla and Pilgrim characters with local actors. Admission raised about $185 gross. plans indicate no guild meeting until after Christmas.
Last Saturday night the Yeagel Bros slaughter house burned completely with about 600 dollars in losses. Some 400 dollars worth of hides tallow and a pig in the pen were consumed. The fire department arrived promptly but flames had enveloped the building before discovery, and rough streets delayed access. Insurance none reported.
The Ladies of the United Presbyterian Church invite all to a December 22 gathering in the Court house assembly room. A hearty dinner priced at 25 cents includes roast turkey beef chicken roast pork with potatoes pie and slaw. Homemade Christmas confectionery will also be available.
Uncalled items remain at the post office for the week ending December 1, 1900. Names readable include Miss Sulla White, J. T. Blackburn, William Howell, and Mrs. Ester Brown among others.
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