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Newspaper
Darlington Herald
Location
Darlington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
1
The Herald begins a drive to place the paper in every home as war restrictions end. Frank Manning will lead the effort to boost circulation and raise funds to install a $3,000 Linotype machine, inviting $1.50 for 52 issues from readers.
One of the largest crowds in Darlington gathered for Decoration Day. The event began after noon with a delayed program caused by the band. World War veterans and G A R members rode in autos, leading a procession to the gymnasium where Alva J. Rucker of Indianapolis delivered the address. The day ended with cemetery decorations and a two hour evening concert near Corner Drug Store as autos filled the street.
The Rosenbergers of Colfax the Fines of Crawfordsville Mary Jenkins of Thorntown Margaret Ensey of Chicago Lucinda Johnston of Gravelly Run and L G Moffett visited Friday the 30th to remind Ruth M Butler she had reached her 89th milestone.
The H I M members held a Saturday evening picnic in honor of Miss Hazel VanAuken of Indianapolis. Attendees included Mess James Harold Peterson Damon Thompson Lora Booker Harley Paddock Cecil Mullen and Misses Beatrice Thompson and Hazel VanAuken. After lunch guests enjoyed boat riding and a pleasant evening.
Mr and Mrs W C Vannice received a letter from son Howard dated May 14 stating he was en route to Brest and hoped to sail for home soon after arrival there in the war era archive.
Classified item listing promotes Aniel garden plows and Saidla electrical wiring services. Compact, terse note targets homeowners seeking farm tools and electrical work in a single ad.
Harry Yount moves into the Crowder property, Crowder relocates to the Flaningam purchase, and Harold Peterson will occupy the Watson Raper house on Academy Street until his new home is built.
Charles Honecker reports his Sunday May 25 fire loss was adjusted by Wednesday May 28 to his complete satisfaction and he recommends J. B. Cooper agent and his Company to anyone seeking insurance.
Cameron Martin arrived home Friday from overseas duty and was discharged at Camp Sherman Ohio. He was a member of the All American Division and is reported looking well and glad to be back.
Leyena Grimes announces a one day sale Saturday from 1 to 5 oclock featuring White Milan hats and hemp hats with trimmings at half price. Includes limited quantities.
John Marsh returned to Cincinnati yesterday after a visit with old friends here. A small bar pin set with twelve pearls was lost and a reward offered. Wm. Wimmer returned from Indianapolis Methodist hospital improved after an operation was not needed. Mrs. Jennie Paddock and family and friends from nearby towns visited Thorntown. Three new Pythian Sisters joined. large crowd attended. Visitors included Mrs. Julia Adair Lebanon Mrs. Ella Howard Lansing Mich and Mrs. Ed Booher Pasadena Cal, Booher’s first Indiana visit in nine years.
Elmer Maxwell's rig was struck by Gill Boot's car south of town last Friday night. Maxwell and Roscoe Parks were riding, Maxwell says he stayed to the right and the wreck occurred suddenly. Maxwell suffered serious injuries but is improving. the horse escaped injury while the buggy and machine were damaged.
A Tuesday afternoon birthday party honored Mrs. June Saidla with a surprise gathering. Hosted by Mrs. John Brannigan and Mrs. Madge Cooper, relatives enjoyed ice cream and cake. Attendees included Mrs. Joshua Saidla, Paul Brannigan, Mrs. Wallace Buchanan, Mrs. Alex Buchanan, Miss Charlotte Buchanan, Marvin Cooper, Mrs. Earl Martin, Harry and Helen Martin, Mrs. Walter Chesterson, Mrs. Flora, Mrs. Geo Spahr of Frankfort, and Mrs. W. R. Lynch of Crawfordsville.
The Wednesday Afternoon club held a 500 gathering at Mrs Hubert Seybold's home. Prizes went to Mrs Georgia Fox and Miss Jessie Peterson. Attendees included Mesdames Conrad, Montgomery, Hoss, Everson, McBee, Halsted, Crumm, Fox, Peterson, and the Misses Peterson Smith Henderson Guard Peterson McBee. Refreshments of ice cream cake and coffee were served.
The Fortnightly Needle Club held its final meeting of the year at Mrs Grant Gray’s home on Wednesday afternoon with eight members present. Guests included Mesdames Roy Weliever Leon LePage Merle Coons and Robert Lynch. Refreshments were served and the club will resume on the first Wednesday in October hosted by Mrs Lee Hampton.
Mrs Mary Jenkins visits relatives this week and a large crowd attended the dance Tuesday night. Numerous local residents and visitors share news of family visits, Decoration day gatherings, and travel to Indianapolis and other towns.
Methodist Church Darlington holds 10:00 Sunday School and 11:00 preaching. Potato Creek offers 10:60 Sunday School and 8:00 preaching. Campbell's Chapel hosts Wednesday prayer meeting at 9:00. Union Sunday School Training class meets Fridays at 8 in the Library. Lesson taught by local pastors. J B Johnson pastor.
South Christian Church offers Sunday School at 9 45 with J B Cooper and morning service at 11. Preaching at 8 00. Christian Endeavor at 7 00. Linnsburg hosts 10 00 Sunday School led by Charles McVay. Garfield 10 00 Sunday School led by Denton Cox. Pastor C F Baldwin invites all.
Darlington church notes Sunday School at 10:00 am led by E Tressel with Supt Shannondale and Val Riggins as Supt Cantata at 11 o'clock. Evening service at 8:00 pm. Prayer meeting every Thursday at 8 o'clock. W J Frost is the pastor.
Gravelly Run Friends hold Sunday School at 10 o clock led by Supt. C E Quigg. Friends Church offers Bible School at 9 45 led by Supt. Israel Butler. Rev P D Guver serves as pastor.
Bible School at 10:00 a.m. Preaching service at 8:00 a.m. A business meeting will be held just before the evening service with all members urged to attend for important business. Union prayer meeting Thursday. Shaul, Pastor.
Notice to stockholders announces Shannondale Telephone Company annual meeting in Shannondale on Tuesday June 17 at 8 p m. Meeting includes election of four directors and reports from the Secretary and Treasurer plus other business. Joe Shaver, Secretary.
Mrs. Edna Harper and children of Danville Illinois visited home folks for Decoration. Miss Dorothy Cameron of Kirkpatrick spent Decoration with Newt Boots and family. Owen Booher and family of Kokomo spent weekend with A. K. Peterson and wife. Mr and Mrs Al Booher with Mrs A H Bowers and Miss Ina Bowers.
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