Obituary of George Eikenberry of Indiana and Ohio roots
George Eikenberry born May 6 1830 in Preble county Ohio died Oct 29 1900 at his daughter’s home in North Manchester Indiana aged 70 years 5 months 23 days He was the eldest of seven children married Rebecca Miller March 21 1851 they moved to Indiana the couple owned the same farm for nearly fifty years Ten children survive along with a wife three sons three daughters and seventeen grandchildren He served as County Commissioner elected 1876 1880 and 1890 He joined the German Baptist church and in his last days spoke of faith praying for mercy and said I am ready to die if the Lord is willing.
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George Eikenberry
Preble County
Ohio
Manchester
Ind
Peter
Eliza Eikenberry
Rebecca Miller
Indiana
German Baptist Church
Death of Dora Summers at 20 in Peru
Dora Summers, born January 28 1880, died November 4 1900 at her home in Peru aged 20 years 9 months 6 days. She married William H Sunday July 1 1899 and they had one child who passed away three months ago. Funeral at M E church on Flax Hill Peru, with burial in Oak Grove cemetery Tuesday morning.
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Dora Summers
Peru
Wm. H
M. E
Flax Hill
Oak ‘Grove
Supper by W C T U After Republican Rally
W C T U ladies hosted a supper on October 27 after a Republican rally. They used the former Fred Fite building, decorated with bunting and flags. Tables overflowed with food and flowers, making a tasteful scene. Receipts totaled about $30.
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Fred Fite
Death of Little Gilford Newell in this place
John Gilford Newell son of Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Newell died at home after a week long illness of cholera infantum. Funeral conducted by Rev. J. M. Baker, interment in West Lawn cemetery. He was born Nov. 22, 1899 and died Nov. 4, 1900 at 11 months 13 days.
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John Gilford
J. W. Newell
J. M. Baker
West Lawn Cemetery
John Gilford Newell
Christ
Lee Mooney wedding at the bride’s Denver home
The ceremony took place at the bride’s parents in west Denver on Sunday November 4 1900. Esquire B R Fagan officiated uniting Miss Sarah J Lee and Mr Daniel E Mooney. The Tribune offers best wishes for the couple’s happiness and prosperity.
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Lewis Lee
Denver
Esquire
B. R. Fagan
Sarah J. Lee
Daniel E. Mooney
the Tribune
Card of Thanks to Neighbors and Friends
We thank neighbors for kindness during the illness and death of our darling baby boy. Dr J W Newer and family express heartfelt gratitude for support and sympathy.
No Hunting Notice on Farm Land
Notice by F. S. Marcraias states hunting is prohibited on his farm without special permission. The policy aims to deter trespass and protect property rights.
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F. S. Marcraias
Dr Kings New Life Pills Offer Health Boost
Advertises Dr King s New Life Pills as the busy, mighty remedy sold by W L Piper. Claims sugar coated globules transform weakness into strength and listlessness into energy. Priced 25 cents per box.
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Dr. King
W. L. Piper
Farm for Sale Near Denver Indiana
160 acre property for sale one half mile north of Denver Ind. Potential buyers invited to view or write before purchasing. Contact Jessie Neff Milford Indiana for details and arrangements.
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Denver
Ind
Jesse Neff
Milford
Cure a Gold in One Day Take Laxative Bromo Quinine
Advertisement promising a one day cure for a gold related ailment with a money back guarantee from druggists. Claims E. W. Grove’s signature on each box and a 25 cent price.
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E. W. Grove
Please Settle Up Cash Call
A plea to all who owe money to come forward and pay their accounts promptly as the lenders urgently seek ready cash.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab Claims One Day Cold Cure
Advertised remedy promises to stop the cold with Gough and Works named as a treatment. Marketing copy touts no cure, no pay and a 25 cent price for the product labeled Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab.
Fragmented meeting notes hint at church convention efforts
The text hints at a religious assembly with Rev. J. C. Car Hapolis and a general presence. It mentions members, an obligation to convention, and plans to proceed with a Carman convention to involve Bro. as a next step.
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J. C. Car- Hapolis
Carman Vention
Music and prayer meeting lead by Lad Scripture La
November 11 program features songs and prayers with instrumental pieces by Nathan Fouts and Lulu Gustin. Ida Robbins and A J Long present questions and a five part response amid a community gathering.
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Lad
Nathan Fouts
Ida Robbins
A. J. Long
Solo
Lulu Gustin
Denver Denverites Attend Republican Parade in Peru
A Denver crowd joined the great Republican parade in Peru last Friday evening. Community notices list local residents traveling to and from Denver for events and funerals and report on local commerce and services including Harvest Queen flour and Denver Mills feed.
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Peru
Republicans Win Big in County Election
The Tuesday vote favored Republicans with a likely sweep for sheriff Shilling prosecutor Armitage and treasurer Masters. In Jefferson township Republicans won all offices except advisory board candidate Perry Fishburn. Majorities include Griswold trustee 38 and Mellinger supervisor 38.
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McKinley
Shilling
Armitage
Masters
Jefferson Township
Perry Fishburn
Griswold
Hood
Kline
Lawrence
Mellinger
Working
Personett
Bell, v Ll
Wanted Active Man for Indiana Delivery and Cashier
An established manufacturing wholesale house seeks an honest man to deliver and collect in Indiana. A salary of 900 per year with sure pay. References from any bank Suggested. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Manufacturers, Third Floor, 334 Dearborn St Chicago.
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Indiana
Dearborn St
Chicafo
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Eikenberry
Little Gilford Newell
J. W. Newer and Family
Charles Wilson
Walter Knisely
Columbia City
Wm. Phillips
Monticello
Frank Matthias
Frank Lee Jr
Leiters Ford
John H. Stephens
South Broadway
Dr. Newell
Jen. Arnest
Paddytown
Eerne DeWitt
Piper's Drug
Clendenning
Chili
Lewis Gustin
John Bunnell
E. H. Andrews
Dora
A. C. Brower
Tude Miller
Emma Martindale
Rochester
J. E. Millican
John Griswold
Joseph Berkheiser
Mexico
Methodist Sunday School
Denver Mills
Tribune Exchange Agency
W. H. Lewis
Lawrenceville
Piper’s Drug Store
The
Triune Office
James Davis
Near Chill
P. M. Olds
Logansport
J. Wolff
Dr. Newells
Wise
John Bailey
Huntington
W. F. Newbold
Mrs. Newbold
J. L. Friend
Macy
Mr. Newbold
Charles Shilling
Red Cross Hospital Corps
Fort Robinson
Neb
Pat
DeWitt
de Witt
Tribune
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