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Newspaper
Denver Tribune
Location
Denver, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1916
Page
5
The Twelfth Annual Friend and Cress family reunion will be held next Sunday June 18 in Meyers Grove north of Chili. Arrangements near the Winona Railway will ease car access. The Whitmore Grove near Denver is unusable after timber removal, so Chili was chosen to boost attendance and easier rail travel.
Sunday evening N B Hunt was summoned by telegram to Wheatly Kentucky to his ailing father. He left that night and Miss Alma Dukes acted as cashier of the Farmers Bank in his absence. Mrs Hunt later received word that his father had died and funeral services would be held Thursday.
Miss Gladys Benedict entertained the Pansy Circle Clans of the Baptist Church at her home on Friday June 9 in honor of her fourteenth birthday. Guests included Treva Dukes Esther Guise Helen Mellinger Helen Donald Orivia Dukes Hel Benedict and Mrs Chloe Golden. The evening featured games and refreshments of strawberries and cake.
Levi Karn of the area west of Deeds broke his arm while starting a Max well auto in front of the Peru Mercantile Co. last Saturday. The fracture above the wrist is serious and will prevent use of the arm for some time.
The Denver Ball team collapses due to internal strife and losses, with players affected by Rinag cremants and other causes. Fans must travel to other cities to see competitive play as Denver lacks a local team.
On June 8 1916 the ami Circuit Court of Indiana appointed administrator of the estate of Lucinda J Bay late of Miami County deceased The estate is said to be solvent Charles Fred Fite Aaron S Berger Clerk
Through the Tribune I wish to express sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for their acts of kindness during my illness.
Merchants in Peru announce two big sale days on Friday and Saturday June 24 and 25 offering wide range of goods priced at not over one dollar. The event, called Ewin Dollar Days, aims to show Peru as a strong trading center and to help shoppers save money. An advertiser page follows in the issue.
Notice to LODGE members of Denver J C O F and K of P for Memorial Day events on June 18. Members meet at 1 PM, march to Baptist church with Deedsville band at 2 PM, Memorial Address by Rev. Allen Luckenbill, proceed to cemetery to decorate graves, return to halls by 1 PM sharp.
Rev. C. B. Jones of Anderson filled the Baptist Church pulpit both services delivering strong Gospel messages. He considered a pastorate for an indefinite period but felt called to evangelistic work, having enjoyed great success in his meetings. The Baptist membership regrets Denver did not obtain such a man of exemplary character.
B F Lee reports the church interior decorating is near completion by week’s end. Oil finish on walls and new carpets on floors will greatly improve overall appearance.
Readers are urged to investigate the merits of the popular Adam Schaaf piano sold by Mel J. Ewer of Macy. The notice promotes the instrument and its market appeal on the last page of the issue.
Sarah Elizabeth English a lifelong resident of Montgomery County Ohio died at seventy seven after a long illness and paralysis. She married John English on May 14 1863 and leaves Willard V English Martha B Kraning Emma A Donaldson Davis K English and Samantha BE Armantrout as survivors. A devout Christian who joined the German Reformed church then the Dunkard church at Mexico she served others with cheerful fortitude.
A M M degree masons gathering at Washington Street home of Charles Bell featured a two course supper at nine. Attendees included E S Kline Jim Rhinebarger Ed Goff Fred Fite T Mellinger Fred Sunday R R Sheak Acel Dukes Oli Armantrout and Lee Long. Charlie was praised as a royal entertainer after stories music and lively discussions.
Irene Simons aged twenty one died at 8 30 Sunday morning at her parents home in Mexico from tubercular trouble. The funeral was held at the German Baptist church in Mexico at 2 PM Tuesday with Rev. John Appleman of Plymouth officiating. She left behind her parents a brother Earl Simons and was a niece of E S Kline of Denver.
Mrs. Ed Goff hosted a birthday surprise at her West Denver home for her husband Mr. Goff turning 80. Guests arrived after he returned from the bakery to celebrate with roses, ferns, ice cream, strawberries, and cake. Attending were Meyer Grey and family Omer Fisher and family Carl Fisher and family Owen Murphy and wife Clint Murphy and wife Miss Myrtle Scott G Schrader Miss Grace Stewman David Fishback Bert Goff and wife Miss Blanch Stewman Miss Carrie Shoemaker F D Guinn and wife and Jim Goff.
On June 8 Mrs. Clarence Ream hosted a birthday celebration for her husband the occasion his 33rd. Guests included Charles Darwall and family Marshall Hileman and wife William Ballee and wife Sam Berger and daughter John Swope and family P S Sullivan and wife Omer Lee and wife Ross Brewer and wife Vere Waters Rosa Crippen Catherine Brewer John Ensley and wife Perry Tharp and wife Elmer Ream Williman Teague Hila Teague Pearl Ballee Eva Teague and Ruth Teague of Denver Music was provided by Elmer and Clarence Ream Light refreshments were served and guests departed late wishing Mr Ream many more birthdays.
A large crowd from Denver filled Chili’s Union Children’s Day services on Sunday evening. The program featured many excellent numbers by a large class of children with songs recitations and drills. Proceeds from the collection will aid special church enterprises.
Earl Baber and his mother and sisters traveled from Akron to Huntington to visit F. K. Baber in the hospital where he recently underwent surgery. Doctors report he is improving and is expected to return home late in the week.
The Miamitown Sunday School replaces Denver Sunday Schools in the United Church Base Ball League and will follow Denver’s schedule. L. G. Jacobs, Sec.
Mrs Elizabeth Darnell came home Monday after a several week visit with her daughters Mrs Bert Mikesell and family of Twelve Mile and Mrs Elmer Li land husband of Anderson Indiana.
The M. E. Church outlines a 9 30 Sunday School, 10 30 morning worship, and 6 30 Epworth League. A Children’s Day program is planned for the evening of the 18th. An orchestra rehearsal is set for Tuesday and mid week Brethren service with L G Jacobs preaching. Choir rehearsal occurs Friday at 7 30. The public is invited to all services.
Next Sunday Bible School starts at 9 30 a m with choir practice Friday evening. A hearty welcome awaits all who can attend any or all services. L A Myers is pastor.
The Baptist church invites the public to attend Sunday School at 9 30 a m next Sunday B Y P A at 6 30 p m Bible Class Wednesday at 7 30 p m Cler k H T Murphy extends a hearty welcome to all services
Mrs Ross McHenry reports word from her father Will Rob bing of St. Paul Minnesota that he is bringing his wife back to their old Denver home. Mrs Robbins has tubercular trouble and has been in the hospital for some time with little hope of recovery. Mr Robbins decides to bring her back hoping the change will help her.
A large barn on the M. K. Newman farm west of Mexico near Eel River Chapel burned Tuesday night. Seven horses and five cattle perished. harness, tools, and feed were destroyed. Fire origin undetermined. losses reach several thousand dollars, partly insured.
Owen Murphy, living south of Denver, has purchased the old home farm two miles north of Chili from his mother, Mollie Murphy. The deal closed last week and Murphy plans to move to the new home in autumn. Mrs. Murphy will move to town, Chili or Denver, after her son takes possession.
The Denver M E Sunday School children and leaders announce a program next Sunday evening June 18. Organizers and participants are preparing a varied program with expectations of a successful event.
Public notice announces Sunday School at Weasaw Church starts 9 30 a m next Sunday and continues every Sunday through the summer.
T. J. Ewer his wife and daughter Jenness of Macy were guests for John Fahl and his wife on Thursday.
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