Local Happenings in Laconia and Surrounding Families
Community notices from Laconia list residents Grace Russell Frank Leibert Ida Cooper and others with health visits and social events. A pie supper hosted by Neely Funk raised funds. Miss Emma Boone and Alonzo Brown quietly wed and won friendly well wishes from neighbors and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Cooper
Adan Anderson
Arthur Ashton
Midge Ashton
Milton W. Funk
Cora Watson
Georgia Conrad
Will Johns
Will Griffin
Ira Yates
Peter Harbaugh
Neely Funk
Addie Watson
Ludlow
Corydon
Emma Boone
Alonzo Brown
Emma
Samuel Boone
Anderson Brown
Local Notes and Family Moves Across Town
News from Heidelberg and nearby areas reports illnesses like chicken pox among schoolchildren and a revival at Airview. Prof Sam C Windell strengthens the local school while Mrs Wies and Mrs James improve. Windell and Jacob Conrad relocate near Moberly with their families. Farmers enjoyed weather for butchering last week. Households such as Turley Gilmore and Windell family happenings appear along with moves to Corydon and Oklahoma locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam C. Windell
Jacob Wies
Jameson
Uton
Windell
Jacob Conrad
Moberly
Zetta Windell
John Turley
Joan Mathes
Joseph Gilmore
Airview
Sam Snyder
Oklahoma
Fa. Mauck
Sam C. Snyder
Pearl Petter
Myrtle Abbott
Corydon
Qula, Kopp
Henry Taylor
Tom Cox
Mr. Taylor
Vada Cunningham
Rose
Birdhes Frye
J. H. Arter's Laconia offers dry goods groceries glassware
Just received at J H Arter s Laconia Ind a fine line of dry goods groceries glassware and many other goods If cordial invitation is extended to call and be convinced they can buy goods cheaper here than elsewhere remember the place J H Arter s Laconia Ind With the close of the season for football and corn shredder we may expect a decrease in population The Western Sun
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Arter’s
Laconia Ind
J. H
The
Western Sun
Community Notes and Obituary of a Local Resident
Lanesville residents visit New Albany and Corydon while Perry County visitors share time with Duffin family. Agnes Glotzback of Jackson Township is buried after a Requiem from Father Pecks camp. The deceased, Miss Hollman, had Crawford County roots and shared 40 years with her husband. The widow died at 64, mourned by sons daughters relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Randolph
New Albany
Rosa Grantz
Frank
Ed Grantz
J. W. Baxter
A. M. Eisert
Corydon
Aden Sprinkle
Perry Co
Charles. E. Duffin
Mr. Sprinkle
Agnes
Wm. Glotzback
Jackson Tp
Father A. Peckscamp
Father
Local Briefs from Bridgeport and Nearby Areas
Bridgeport notes report Carl Carter B Wright confined to bed and Mrs Maggie Farnsley with typhoid fever. George Fulner visited Louisville. Mrs Peter Bell returned from Memphis trip. Henry Loitch of New Albany hauling gunny bags from winter’s store. Charles Shoemaker and Alice Cree highlighting a recent marriage. Hog market activity down due to short corn crop. Peach Farnsley visits Bethesda Church with Billie Wilson. Mike Purtell delayed by sickness of a horse. Local fishermen suspend due to low clear river. Yuba Farnsley misreported as Lula. county institute attendee corrected. body found on Kentucky riverbank near this place. coat under head, pistol nearby, head shot, buzzards feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Beeler
Peach Stewart
New Albany
Billie Wilson
Bethesday
Mike Purtell
Yuba Farnsley
Lula
River Benk
Kentucky
Rainy weather grips Moberly area with hauling activity
In Moberly residents report wet conditions and ongoing hauling efforts. Miss Anna Louden is sick while J. M. White has hauled timber to Nevin. Martina Eogleman from near Corydon visited nearby last week. Rev W G Morgan and family visit relatives at French Lick. Mrs J W G Louden stayed with Mrs Felix Bell for a day. A wood chopping event occurred for Mrs Anne Alexander in Mrs Cloonie’s woods Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. White
Nevin
Martina Eogleman
Corydon
W. G. Morgan
French Lick
J. W.G. Louden
Felix Bell
Anne Alexander
Cloonie
Rev Irl R Hicks Almanac 1905 Now Ready for Purchase
The Rev Irl R Hicks Almanac for 1905 is issued as a 200 page study of astronomy and weather for the year 1905. Price postpaid 30 cents per copy. Also Word and Works journal is 75 cents a year, both together 81 cents. Send orders to Word and Works Pub. Co. 2201 Locust St. St. Louis Mo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irl R. Hicks
Irl R. Hiers
Word and Works
Almanac
Word and Works Pub. CO
Locust St
St. Louis
Scarlet fever cases rise in Harrison township schools close
Scarlet fever outbreaks in the southern part of Harrison township have led to multiple child deaths and temporary closure of several schools until the epidemic subsides. The duration noted is at least two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Township
Death of Mrs. Davis in Harrison County
Christeaa Haag born November 10 1826 moved from Shenandoah Valley to Harrison County Indiana as a child. She married Isaac Davis October 30 1846 and died November 9 1904 at 77 years. She joined the U B church at age 12 and lived a faithful Christian life until death. Her remains were interred at Wood's Chapel burying ground. funeral by Rev. Morgan with assistance from Revs. Rumbley and Welker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christeaa Haag
Shenandoah Valley
Harrison County
Ind
Isaac Davis
U. B. Church
Tena
Wood's
Morgan
Rumbley and
Welker
Miss Nellie Woodward Leads Gray Street Nurses Honor Corps
Miss Nellie Woodward graduate of Gray Street Presbyterian Infirmary Training School for Nurses Louisville earned the class honors with the highest grade ever achieved at the school. The eight member class included two Indiana prize winners and commencement was at the Woman's Club in Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie Woodward
Gray Street Presbyterian Infirmary
Louisville
Woman’s Club
United States
Indiana
Miss Woodward
Sami Oat
Death of a Good Woman Louisa Glenn
Mrs. Louisa Marinda Glenn died from pneumonia at age 68 on the morning of the 4th. She was formerly Miss Wiseman, married to James Giles in 1862, and after his death wed James Glenn. A devout church member, she was laid to rest at Cedar Hill after a Monday funeral at the M. E. church conducted by Rev. Black.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisa Marinda Glenn
James Glenn
Death of George Wilson in Taylor Aged Five A Widow
George Wilson of Taylor died today of cancer at age five. He leaves a widow and several child relatives and friends. The funeral was held yesterday at Glenwood church and the remains were buried nearby. He was an uncle of Recorder Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wilson
Taylor
Glenwood Church
Recorder Wilson
Letter From Santa Claus
A festive missive from Santa Claus to Dr Chivpren notes last year many toys were left at Drackett's and this year twice as many toys remain there for the children, signed by Santa Claus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Chivpren
Drackett’s
Health Drive Sends Mr. Ellis to Albuquerque
Gone for his health, Mr. Ellis the junior editor has left the desk for another climate. He departed for Albuquerque, New Mexico on Monday, and friends hope he will speedily recover and return to his home and post of duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis
Albuquerque
N.M
Luckett's Offers Made to Order Overcoats
If you want a nice overcoat made to order go to see samples at Luckett's from twelve dollars to fourteen dollars for the best quality and fit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luckett's
Marriage License Advertisements and Local Purchases
Marriage license notices list Alonzo Brown with Emma Boone and Reuben Glenn with Lucy C Dubois while John Liptrap and Bertha H Stonecipher are also named. Local businesses announce fencing from J J Bullett Son at low December prices and Harrison Grange buys land for a future lodge hall. Rowe Bros advertises Indian novel ties and a senior editor offers seven game shoots for sale at bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alonzo Brown
Emma Boone
John Liptrap
Bertha H. Stonecipher
Reuben Glenn
Lucy C. Dubois
Contested Township Trustees Race In Taylor Under Review
The contest case of Joseph Fink versus William S Russel for Taylor township trustee sits before the Board of Commissioners. Russel won by one vote. Fink claims illegal ballots swung the result. The case opened with a plea in abatement over notice of trial. Attorneys Ridley Jordan for Fink and Weathers Mitchell Self for Russel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph, Fink
William S. Russel
Taylor Township
Board of Commissioners
Russell
Fink
Russel
Commissioners
Wm. Ridley
C. ©. Jordan
John H. Weathers
Ed D. Mitchell
G. W. Self
Good Roads Increase Farm Values Talked by Railroad Official
A railroad leader addressing the Oregon State Good Roads association argues improved wagon roads expand farm profitability. He cites advancing wheat haul capacity and land value as markets grow nearer to towns, increasing net profits for farmers now up to twenty miles from rail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon State Good Roads Association
Rural Free Delivery Expands With Narrow Nebraska Route
The Rural Free Delivery system now operates 25000 to 30004 routes. Ruth Kenyon, a rare woman carrier, served as a delegate to the national rural letter carriers convention. A Nebraska route is cited as an example. Carriers may receive cyclameters to measure route distances. Fourth Assistant Postmaster Gem Bristow ordered rapid service expansion after a recent inspection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Kenyon
National Rural
Iter
Nebraska
Gem
Bristow
Root pruning and orchard remedies discussed in gardening note
November to April is suitable for root pruning and removing affected trees. The peach disease cure is to cut out the afflicted trees. This year appice crop is up 25 to 30 percent. Last season exports exceeded eight million dollars. The Bismarck apple thrives in southern New Jersey sands, remains large, colors well, and stays disease free. Santa Claus may visit Luckett's for Xmas chair gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardening
New Jersey
Local Notices From Titus and Surrounding Areas
Postmaster appointment announced with Nettie Windell as successor. Residents and visitors include Hallie Windell, Aunt Ruth Windell, J L Beachblossom, Orin Love, George Meador from Milan, with numerous trips to Brandenburg, Valley City, Mauckport and Ner dam noted. A community pound party at H A Trotter’s drew attendees from Valley City and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Robins
Louisville
Nettie Windell
Hallie Windell
Brandenburg
John ‘Kanga
Manekport
James Trotter
Ruth” Windell
Valley City
J. ‘L. Beachblossom
Barbara’Frank
Orin’ Love
George Meador
Milan, Ky
H. A. Trotter
Maude Kirk
Mauckport
Nannie Brandenburg
N Rdam
Messrs
Claude Hays
Ivan Windell
John Stepro
Ben Sheckels
Proogressing Local School Under Manager Wright
Needmore May Devore School progresses under Chas Wright as manager. Mrs John Foreman visited Mrs Lizzie Payton Sunday. Mr Walter Case of Georgetown visited Cleveland Plow. Misses Viola and Mabelle DeVore visited Viola Crump. Miss Laral Lemmel of Louisville spent weekend with home folks. Rolla O R Bannon and sister Daisy of Louisville attended the funeral of aunt Mrs Hedden. Viola DeVore and Viola Crump visited Aunt Peggie Payton and Mrs Sarah Cooper of New Middletown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Wright
John Foreman
Lizzie Payton
Peggie
Payton
Sarah Cooper
New Middletown
New Middletown News Roundup
Henry Wolfe is very sick. Ebert Albin of North Dakota visits home folks. Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Kirkham visit James Johnson and family. Henson Johnson of New Albany visits James Johnson and wife. Misses Maggie Grass and Grace Reagan visit Misses Epervia and Stella Funk. George Tauber and Henry Shew maker sell a span of mules to W. M. Basket & Co. of Brandenburg, Ky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebert Albin
North Dakota
M. C. Kirkham
James Johnson
Henson Johnson
New Albany
Maggie Grass
Grace Reagan
Epervia
Stella Funk
George Tauber
Henry Shewmaker
W. M. Basket & Co
Brandenburg
Birthday Surprise For Ed Byrn On His Twenty First
A group of young people gathered Saturday evening at C. C. Byrn’s home to surprise Ed. C. Byrn for his twenty first birthday. Attendees included Kate Adams May Adams Emma Domne Lula Crosby Elizabeth Bringie Angie McCoy Florence Boston Elizabeth Walk Frank Crosby Lee Adams and Omer Walk with Kate Adams serving as chaperone. The gathering enjoyed a good time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Byrn
Ed. C. Byrn
Kate and
May Adams
Emma Domne
Lula Temple
da Crosby
Elizabeth Bringie
Angie McCoy
Florence Boston
Elizabeth Walk
Frank Crosby
Lee Adams
Omer Walk
Kate Adams
A Pound Party Held at H A Trotter’s
Orpha Love Mayme Fowler and Claude Beaublossom hosted a pound party last Saturday at H A Trotter's. About forty attendees brought pounds which were spread on the table for a bountiful feast. Games were played and guests departed late hoping for another assortment of fruit candy nuts and cake. One attendee is named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Trotter’s
Orpha Love
Mayme Fowler
Claude Beaublossom
Elm Camp Officers Elected in M W A Mauckport Meeting
Elm Camp No. 3440 M W A Mauckport elected Tod H C Beanblossom WY C O J Faith W A Co L Flora E B W A Faith Clerk J W Beanblossom Escort Co L Miller Watchman J C Richard Sentry A G Lopp Otto Rogge Managers D W Hays and H K Deen Physicians were noted. Headquarters reminded members of location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elm Camp
Mauckport
Tod
H. C. Beanblossom
O. J. Faith
W. A. Co
L. Flora
Local Gossip And Social Visits Reported
Corydon Democrat notes residents near Nevin and Depauw visiting relatives in Louisville and New Albany. Ed. Henriot plans a Louisville move. Miss Malinda Henriot and Mrs. Katie Tires also in Louisville. Mrs. Rose Briscoe hosting visitors. A No 9 school box supper and cake vote is reported a grand success with Miss Nettie Gettelfigger winning the cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Troncin
New Albany
Ellie Vaughn
Mary Staph
Rose Briscoe
Nettie Gettelfigger
Mle Pope
Mabel Bary
Town feels healthy economy with rain and apple boom
The town reports good health of business and wheat output despite low river levels. School operates well under Prof Kannavel. Flora & Co move to new store. Ben Yeager relocates from the farm. P M Miller moves to Yeager farm. Apple shipments total about 18 000 barrels. Various editor anecdotes on marriage mirror social trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Kannavel
Prin
Heth
Desirable Bargains at Keller's Mill End Canton
Keller's promotes a sale with heavy markdowns on calico, flannelette, woo l blankets, and ladies and children wear. Bargains include bear skin linings, fleeced hose two pairs for 25c, ladies union suits two for 85c, and discounted skirts, under skirts, and hats. Also featured are carpet remnants, suits for men and youth, and floor oil cloth sold at low per yard prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
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Laconia
Grace Russell
Frank Leibert
Ida Cooper
Hamilton Boone
Mollie O’connor
Craven Boone
Emery Brown
Katie Harbaugh
Cornish Co
Frank Radmacher
Elsie
Chas. W. Thomas
Farmers’ Institute
Institute
J. Strimmer
Henry Wright
Ed O'Connor
King
Heidleberg
Ernest Korp
Lanesville
A. M. Eisert, SR
Bridgeport
Con Carter
B. F. Wright
Maggie Farnsley
George Fulner
Lousville
Peter Bell
Memphis
Henry Loitch
Charles Shoemaker
Alice Creeeling
Sallie Pitman
Anna Louden
Hicks
Duise
Santa Claus
J. J. Bullett & Son
Harrison Grange
Rowe Bros
Sarz
Geo. K
Hisie O Banner
Elizabeth
Luckett’s
Titus
Ollie Faith
Glidas
W. A. Faith
Ethel Youtsler
Mary Shireman
Anna Winders
Needmore
Zola Kirkham
Henry Wolfe
Corydon Democrat
Sss
Wan _Vausha
Ed. Henriot
Malinda Henriot
Bérmon Simon
Henry Vauphin
Depauw
Joe
Katie Tires
Mary Conrad
F. M. Hardin
Keller’s
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