25 Nov 1897
Page 1
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Newspaper
Denver Tribune
Location
Denver, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1897
Page
1
A fragmentary school scene recalls a boy at boarding school writing a note to his mother about home, tasks, and homesickness, interwoven with local notices and brief community updates. The text mixes personal letters with regional announcements and upcoming events in Allen township and surrounding areas.
Snow and sleet briefly slowed activity in Gilead as Sommer & Co. advertised with a large door sign while residents went about social visits. M. E. Murphy of Denver traveled to town on business. Miss Jessie Weaver of Akron visited the Landes sisters, and Frank Zimmerman of Disko called on Miss Anna Waite. Guns, the famous lecturer, will likely appear soon.
A meeting at Mt Carme Church drew interest with a Thanksgiving feast planned for Thursday. Proceeds totaled 20 dollars after a large turnout at the Chr church event. James Martin family relocated to Denver. Bethlehem M T church hosted quarterly meeting with a dinner for sister societies. Albert Skinner to build on his farm. John Kline plans a new gallery. George Milby to construct a gallery next spring. If town grows, it may rival Denver.
In last week’s Tents account of John Mull’s death we stated he carried a 520,000 Mac cabees policy. That was incorrect. he actually carried only a $1,000 policy. Even so, the amount will aid the family. we urge married men in modest means to consider taking an ann ce policy for protection.
Mr and Mrs George Swihart of Macy spent a few days last week in Denver as guests of W J Piper and wife.
Aunt Katie Kirby died about 9:30 PM after heart and stomach troubles. Born June 20, 1824 in Ohio, widow since her husband’s death, she lived with her daughter Mrs A J Medsker in town at death. Funeral held at M church with Rev Baker. buried West Lawn cemetery. Ten children survived from her marriage to Benjamin Kirby.
Expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends in Denver for help during illness and death of Mrs. Catherine Kirby. Thanks recipients and prays God rewards their kindness. Signed by Mrs. A. J. Menskick.
Ed Kime of Twelve Mile visited Taunt, jottice as a business caller. Readers are urged to have all correspondence reach the office by Tuesday noon to ensure inclusion in the upcoming issue.
Excelsior Tent No 15 K O T P M Denver notes the passing of Sir Knight John Mall. The lodge expresses deep sorrow and long memory, extending sympathies to his wife and children. The charter is placed in mourning, and a copy sent to the bereaved family and to the Supreme Tent.
A crowded Farmers Institute agenda lists speakers and topics for Monday including opening address by Judge Mitchell and Prof. Lane on general farming. Sessions cover sheep care, potatoes, poultry for profit, safe roads, publicity about farm work, and a panel on farming politics. A Tuesday program continues with Parminings and woman’s share of farm work then cattle profitability and public schools. The notice invites visitors for job work and farm needs.
Expressions of gratitude from grieving family in Denver thank neighbors and friends for aid during the sickness and death of Maggie. Special thanks extend to Epworth League members for their assistance.
Local items report Mi tur's tobacco and cigars, Walter and George Piper's business trip to Peru, and community visits by Hert Medsker and Milbert Monts. Denison and Rochester areas host sermons, Thanksgiving dinner plans, a sawmill accident at Cummins Bisaman, and a New Waverly Hoover’s Station rumor. Grace Overly hosts a young people gathering.
New goods just received feature a wide range of shoes for every age group at Manchester's. Shop now for stylish comfort and lasting quality across men women and children with prices and sizes to fit all.
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