Enthusiastic Denver Commercial Club votes to continue
About thirty members met at J R Wright's meat market to decide the group should remain active and boost Denver. Officers elected Accel Dukes as chairman Jim Goff vice president Lewis Dice secretary and J T Donaldson treasurer with directors George Musselman Charles W Long and FE S Kline terms of one two and three years. Next meeting at Jimmie Goff's March 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver Commercial Club
Accel Dukes
Jim Goff
Lewis Dice
Sec’y
J. T. Donaldson
Treas
George Musselman
Charles W. Long
FE. S. Kline
Jimmie Goff
O. A. Kessler
Y. Pro. Tem
Stockdale Buys Used Hupmobile Touring Car
C B Stockdale purchases a Hupmobile touring car to replace the recently sold Overland. Though not new, the vehicle is in excellent condition and has seen only brief use prior to sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Stockdale
Overland
Stockdale
Measles Closes Courter School for Week
Township trustee A C Bald closed Courter school this week due to a measles outbreak. Teacher L H Dice noted seven of eighteen pupils are affected. The school will reopen next Monday to finish the term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Baldwin
Courter
L. H. Dice
J W Gallahan Buys Car From Carson Agency Peru
J W Gallahan has purchased a Buick six from the Carson Agency in Peru after a long struggle with illness. The new automobile will be delivered soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.W. Gallahan
Carson Agency
Peru
Mrs Kline Returns Home From Hospital Stay
E S Kline traveled to Indianapolis Sunday and returned Monday with his wife who had been in the Methodist hospital there for several weeks recovering from gallstone surgery. Mrs Kline endured the journey well and was glad to reach home and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. S. Kline
Indianapolis
Methodist Hospital
Pleasant Sunday Reception At Pottengers
Mr and Mrs John Pottenger hosted a cordial afternoon with guests including Mr and Mrs Ed Thompson of Woolleytown Mr and Mrs Henry Earhart and daughter Laura of Courter and in the afternoon Mrs Charles Strayer and Miss Mariel Strayer called Music on an accordion added a pleasant feature to the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Pottenger
Ed, Thompson
Woolleytown
Henry Earhart
Laura
Courter
Charles Strayer
Mariel Strayer
Deedsville High School Class Day Program Planned
The seniors of Deedsville High School announce a Class Day Program on Saturday evening March 18. A small admission fee will be charged at the door. G. H. Kinley serves as president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deedsville High School
Ning
G. H. Kinley
Household Needs in Aluminum Tin or Granite at Lowest Prices
McCaffrey & Co. of Peru advertises washers clothes lines wringers wash boilers and assorted household supplies in aluminum tin and granite at best quality and lowest prices. Local shoppers are invited to compare and purchase directly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCaffrey & Co
Peru
Old Resident Joseph Smith Dies After Long Illness
Joseph Smith of Denver died Friday morning at his Washington Street home after a two year decline from a lingering illness. Born in Miami County, he served in the Civil War with Sheridan's command and was active in G A R and K of P Denver. A carpenter by trade, he was widely respected and known for upright Christian principles. Funeral attendees traveled from Logansport Macy Onward Mar ion Kokomo Rochester Mentone and Peru.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Street
Joseph Smith
Denver
Miami County
Sheridan
K. of P. Lodge
John W. Smith
Irvin Tracy
Everett Smith
Lowery
Macy
George Julian
Jeff Guy
Charles Herrell
Oscar Richardson
Logansport
Manson Smith
Clyde Smith
Orton Smith
John Packard
Elizabeth Packard
Winters
Onward
Wih
Small
Jesse Tippy
Marion
Oscar Mummert
Kokomo
Marion Davis
Jerry Angiemeyer
Rochester
John Norman
Mentone
Abner Waite
Peru
Wright Sells Grocery Store to W T Lee
Following the Miami Circuit court order Chet Wright sold the grocery store he started with his sister Mrs Anna Martin to W T Lee. Lee moved the stock to the new property near Milliran and plans to expand stock with nations and dry goods.
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Miami
Chet Wright
Anna Martin
W. T. Lee
Lee
J. E. Milliran
Gard of Thanks from the Smith and O Blenis Families
Expressions of gratitude to friends and neighbors for support during illness and death of a loved one. Mrs Mary Smith and Mr and Mrs Guy O Blenis thank helpers for their kindness and assistance.
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Mary Smith
Guy O’blenis
Obituary of Joseph Smith Civil War veteran and church member
Joseph Smith born August 5 1844 in Miami County Indiana died March 10 1916 aged 71 7 5 served as private then corporal in Co F 11th Ind Volunteer Infantry fought at Halltown Berryville Winchester Opequan Creek Fisher's Hill Cedar Creek and Shenandoah raids honored discharge July 26 1865 survived by wife Mary A Clingenpeel Britton foster daughter Guy Obleins and John Joseph burial at Denver cemetery with services at Denver Methodist church conducted by Rev I Gy Jacobs.
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Joseph Smith
Hiram and
Pleasant Smith
Miami County
Ind
John W. Smith
Macy
Indiana
Indianapolis
Co. F. 11Th Ind. Volunteer Infantry
Halltown Sreights
Berryville
Winchester
Opequan Creek
Fisher’s Hill
Cedar Creek
Sheridan
Shenandoah Valley
Baltimore
Jer. Brower Post
Mary A. Clingenpee
Britton
Walton
Cass County
Ford
Smith
Denver M. FE
Guy O'Bleins
John Joseph
Denver Methodist Church
I. Gy. Jacobs
Denver
Resolutions of Respect From Denver Lodge No 378 Knights of Pythias
Denver Lodge No 378 Knights of Pythias mourns the death of a beloved Brother. The resolution notes his friendship charity and benevolence in aiding the distressed and sick. Condolences are sent to the family with a copy of the resolution. Committans SBAL.
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Knight
New Jerusalem
Anp Wierras
Denver Lodge No
Knights of Pythias
Denver
Indiana
Ford Touring Car Bought by R. F. Place
Rollin F. Place, who sold his Oakland roadster to O Blenns and Son, purchased a Ford touring car from the Murden Agency of Peru. He left for Peru Tuesday and plans to drive home in his new machine.
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R. 5. Place
Oakland
O’blenns & Son
Murden Agency
Peru
Rollin
Notice of Custom Sawing Service Arrival
We have purchased a large first class portable saw mill and are ready to do all kinds of custom sawing. Will move any time to any place. Barn Bills a specialty. Write us or call over Denver Phone. George Mowery and son, Harry Mowery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
George Mowery and
Harry Mowery
Fire safety meeting aims to protect property
Public notice invites residents to a Fire Protection meeting on Wednesday evening March 22 seeking neighborhood fire safety tips and community preparedness actions.
Farmers State Bank Balance Sheet Powers Mexico Indiana
A 1914 balance sheet from Farmers State Bank Mexico Indiana shows liabilities totaling 91504.36 with capital stock 25000.00 surplus 8358.00 and exchanges discounts and interest 2853.86. J Sparks Charles as cashier swears to the truth before Notary Edward Fisher on March 14 1914 with commission expiring 1909?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Indiana
Miami
J. Sparks Charles
Farmers State Bank
Mexico
Edward Fisher
School Notes Reflect Senior Worries And Clock Obsessed Trustee
Anna notes the policy of being good shows progress while seniors fret as commencement nears. Mr Albaugh enjoys time as he adjusts clocks each morning. Students discuss adorning pictures and bel fr y. Lecture Course draws crowds and Domestic Science girls hold a secret twelve minute picnic. Trustee A C Baldwin visits Denver school Friday.
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Albaugh
Chili Baptist Church Burned In Fire
Fire destroyed the Chili Baptist Church around 5 o clock Thursday evening. A bucket brigade saved nearby homes and only a piano and a few chairs survived. Loss estimated near 4000 dollars with 1500 dollars insured. Pastor Rev Ray Banks and local members plan to rebuild promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chili
Baptist Young People’s Society
Harry Keim
Ray Banks
Ready trimmed hats for ladies and children announced
J. W. Garritson advertises handling ready trimmed hats for spring and summer, targeting ladies misses and children.
M. E. Church Sunday Services and Choir Rehearsal
Sunday School starts at 9 30 a m with the orchestra performing. Epworth League meets at 6 30 p m. Sermons at 10 45 a m and 7 30 p m. Choir practices Friday at 7 30 p m. The public is invited to all services. Leo Glenn Jacobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Tony
Leo Glenn Jacobs
Denver Baptist Church to Host Services Next Sunday
C. W. Swift of Indianapolis will preach at the Denver Baptist church on Sunday morning and evening. Sunday School meets at 9 30 a.m. and B Y P U at 6 30 p.m. Bible Class is Wednesday at 7 30 p.m. The public is invited to attend and welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Swift
Indianapolis
Denver Baptist Church
Brethren Church Announces Services and New Pastor Arrival
Bible School at 9 30 a m. Rev Fisher will preach at the Denver Brethren Church next Sunday morning and evening. He has supplied the pupil here until the new pastor arrives around April 2. A hearty welcome awaits all who can attend any or all services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fisher
Denver Brethren Church
Land for sale at 50 to 65 dollars an acre
Advertises land for sale at fifty to sixty five dollars an acre suitable for corn wheat oats and hay. Buyers or traders can contact A. W. Aman of Windsor Ohio or H. T. Murphy of Denver for purchase or exchange.
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A. W. Aman
Windsor
H. T. Murphy
Denver
For Sale Seed Oats Big Four Tested
Classified notice offers tested Big Four seed oats for sale by telephone contact Claude Bridegroom in Denver Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Bridegroom
Denver, Ind
Mrs Ed Stewart Visits Peruvian Baber Family
Mrs Ed Stewart of Peru spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents Mr and Mrs Daniel Baber on Dutch Street in a family visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Stewart
Peru
Daniel Baber
Dutch Street
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Deedsville
Goff
Leroy Graft
Frank Fisher
L. F. Cox
Anna
Chili Baptist Church
J. W. Garritson
M. E. Church
Brethren Church
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