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Newspaper
Coatesville Herald
Location
Coatesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1916
Page
5
Danville William B. Ferch an engineer at the electric light plant filed his declaration of intention to become a United States citizen last Friday with Clerk Ed wards. The long list of local marriages moves through the week with several couples wed and license bureaus noting changes.
In the Ladoga Leader Uncle Joel Peftley recalls Clark township’s early sheep herding days. He describes six sheep, night pens, handspikes, and home spun wool turning to yarn and stockings. Social gatherings featured woolpicking, log rolling, and lively courting play ending with kisses.
The C. W. B. M. Coatesville Auxiliary gathered Friday afternoon June 2 at Mrs. J. L. Vaughan’s home with 16 members and one guest. Mrs. Ella Masten hosted. devotional led by Mrs. Lisby. program covered Home Fields Africa and missions topics. June prayers focused on Christian obligations and Africa work. ice cream and cake served. next meeting at Mrs. Davis with Mrs. Alice Mc Anineh hosting.
Clark Melvin McDonald born Nov 7 1855 in Marion township Putnam County Indiana. Married Cyntha E Storm Dec 8 1880. Died June 2 1916 at age 60 years 6 months 25 days. Lifelong church member and deacon at Bethel Missionary Baptist church. Survived by wife two sisters Mary Bunten and Sarah Denny and many friends. Funeral at Bethel Baptist church June 4 1916 with Rev J M Tincher and interment in Bethel cemetery.
The piece urges towns to decorate for public events in red white and blue to foster patriotism and friendly civic spirit. It highlights Coatesville's centennial commemoration as a splendid chance to start the habit of decorating and to inspire outgoing neighborliness.
Miss Lelah Soper and Mr. Charles Coultrin of Noblesville wed Sunday at 3 pm in the Soper home west of Danville. Christian churchman Mr. Charles O Lee officiated as guests and family relatives attended. The couple left for their new Noblesville residence after a reception of ice cream and cake.
Mrs. Louella Rudd of Amo sits prostrate after a crash in Indianapolis that killed Grace Nield. The collision involved an auto driven by Mrs Rudd’s son in law W R Lee, with three prior deaths linked to the family in three years. Grace Nield, soon to be married, was en route to meet her fiancé.
D. E. Noland, pastor, urges attendance at the M. E. Church conference in Green Castle on September 27. With new bishop Thomas Nicholson presiding and good transportation, members should seek inspiring services and maintain last year’s benevolence standard as plans close the year.
Charles W. Elrod longtime Clark County resident and founder of the village of Elrod died at his home on Sunday night. Born August 6 1833 in North Carolina he later moved to Indiana before settling in Elrod in 1886. He was a farmer and railroad agent, uncle of ex governor O H Elrod, and a member of General Wetzel Post. Funeral services were held at his home with interment in Rose Hill cemetery.
State Geologist Edward Barrett spoke at the Colonial Theater in Lebanon on Sunday afternoon, showing Indiana scenic spots to urge preservation as public parks. He praised Washington, Lincoln, McKinley, Wilson, the flag and the Bible in closing remarks.
The secretary of state reports over 100,000 automobile licenses issued, signaling more than that many cars owned in Indiana. A second 100,000 series begins with A and is expected to reach 150,000 by year end. 1915 saw under 100,000 licenses, yet gasoline price is not deterring car fever. Factories run around the clock to meet demand. An estimated 200,000 automobiles may be in use in Indiana next year.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society gathered at the M E church Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Julia Shieldg as hostess. Led by Mrs. Hathaway, the program covered topics on culture and missions including What Oriental Music Reveals and Music and Mission Schools.
L A Stewart, about 78, was kicked while returning from Elrod woods with cows. His right arm broke just below the shoulder and a rib possibly fractured. He walked to a doctor for reduction. The old horse, usually gentle, appeared playful before the mishap.
The Herald commends Dr. O. E. Stone as an experienced new dentist in Coatesville. He previously practiced in Mattoon Illinois and Indianapolis, owns a Mattoon outfit, bought local property, and aims to make Coatesville his permanent home. The notice warns against traveling dentists and urges local patronage.
The will dated March 20, 1916 directs payment of debts and bequests to Maude Agnes Carter 3100 dollars and Jessie Dee Hunt 100 dollars. Wife Louie M. Underwood to receive the remainder for life with remainder to the two daughters share and share alike. Executrix Louie M. Underwood files to sell a touring car at private sale and bond is fixed.
Lisby and Masten secured the Greencastle township gravel road contract for John R. Cox and adjacent roads with a bid of 825750, the sole submission.
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