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Newspaper
Denver Tribune
Location
Denver, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1920
Page
6
The Brethren church invites the public to a Bible study at 9 30 and Christian Endeavor at 6 80 pm led by N B Brower and supervised by A T Wirick pastor.
Denver Sunday School meets at 9 30 a m with Lee Long as superintendent and H W Parr the pastor conducts morning and evening preaching. Chili Sunday School at 9 30 a m led by Supt Londgu Mboof with H W Parr pastor.
Sunday School starts at 9 30 with youth groups and adult classes. Evening services include B Y P U at 6 30 and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 30 led by Pastor C F Gorpen.
The Woman's Baptist Missionary Society met October 6 with Mrs. Linnis Lee. Led by Alta Zook, readings included Psalm 121 and John 14. Members shared devotions, songs, and prayers, with plans for quilting on Oct 14 and hosting men on Oct 29. A project to send a barrel of fruit to Crawford Industrial School and dolls for Kathrine House Chicago was approved.
In Denver more automobiles have come to town including a Dart touring car from the Argon Buick Agency in Peru purchased by JT Wikle and a Great Western touring car from John Miller of Peru bought by M Waggnon.
Derek and his wife from Denver and Mr and Mrs Rohrer of Peru motor to Anderson on Saturday and stayed until Sunday. They found Grimes and located 4 on their address book.
James R P Carson died in Portland Oregon on September 18 1920 at age 75 years 7 months 16 days. Born in Miami County Indiana to Scotch Irish parents he spent most of his life in Indiana and later in Washington and Oregon. A Baptist minister for over fifty years he served north central Indiana churches and led the Judson Baptist Association. He is survived by his wife Indiana Carson son O H Carson and daughters Lillie M Gaskill Bertha King. two sons and two daughters preceded him. His burial was in Waterville Washington.
Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Newell depart Denver for a two week trip to Oklahoma City to visit their son Clifford Newell and family. En route they will stop in Decatur Illinois to see daughter Mrs. Clay Olds and family. Friends note Dr. Newell seldom takes vacations and wish the trip well for both.
W H Whisler celebrated his 70th birthday with a Thursday dinner surprise at his South Denver home by friends M E Murphy and William Tharp and wives. A second dinner was held Sunday by his children, with a large gathering of relatives and friends from Logansport Peru and Deer Creek, featuring a chicken dinner and a cake marked 1850-1920 and 70.
In the upcoming Friday evening contest at Twelve Mile the Denver High School team will face Twelve Mile in what could be the season finale. Last Friday the High School team defeated the Independent team 34 to 8 at the Basket Hall. A lecture course member’s absence at Deedsville caused the earlier game to be postponed, with plans to play at the earliest opportunity. Floyd Fouts, Roy McClain, and John Leedy visited Walton this past Sunday, meeting the Hurd family and teacher Miss Hurd, and inquired about Denver residents including John O’Blenis.
County Chairman A. H. Cole announced Wm. G. McAdoo will address Peru on Saturday at 10 30 a m. The telegram confirmed the appearance after prior newspaper reports. Local Democrats had awaited official confirmation of the meeting.
Mrs C F Fite took her daughter Opal to Miami County Hospital in Peru last Tuesday where on Wednesday morning at 8 30 Dr McLous a new surgeon from Chicago performed an appendectomy Opal rallied well after the operation and unless unforeseen trouble develops is expected to return home soon She had suffered chronic appendicitis for several months and the operation was seen as the only relief
Denver volunteer fire crews were summoned Thursday afternoon to Mrs. Eliza Fennimore’s South Denver residence. A defective gasoline stove sparked the blaze, driving fire to the rear of the dwelling before engines could reach the scene. The fire was brought under control after extensive efforts, with the kitchen and upper portions heavily damaged.
Call and pay all debts to Gustin Furniture Co in Denver at once. Settle accounts by bankable note or other means. Immediate attention requested.
Howard Dice and family of Peru visited the former's father J. S. Dice and wife from Friday until evening. Other relatives also joined the Denver visit.
Warren T. McCray and Archibald Hull lead a Republican county tour starting at Peru headquarters at 7 30 am. The motor caravan stops at Mexico Perrysburg Macy Gilead Chili Denver Bunker Hill Miami Bennetts Switch Wawpecony Converse Amboy North Grove Santa Fe with speeches in Denver and Amboy, plus an 8 pm address at the Wallace Theatre in Peru.
Republican speakers schedule events next week with Warren T. McCray and Archibald Hall touring the county on Monday October 18. Mrs Elizabeth Mae McCarter appears at the Wallace Theatre, Peru on Wednesday October 20 at 2 30 p m. Senator James E Watson will speak at the Wallace Theatre Peru Friday evening October 22.
I C Brower and wife traveled to Peru and Miami County Hospital where he had surgery Monday at nine o clock for rupture and appendicitis. Dr Griswold assisted by Dr Waymire and Dr Line conducted the operation. He had been ill for some time with a rapidly worsening condition. He stood the procedure well and is progressing as expected.
A Denver and Mexico audience enjoyed an aeroplane exhibition Thursday evening. The aircraft arrived in Mexico then offered sky rides to three passengers before continuing to Denver where Mr. and Mrs. Roy Marley and Lee Grimes took thrill rides.
Daniel Baker and his wife have again purchased the southwest Denver property previously held from W. G. Shumate and wife. Last fall they sold it to Mr. Thomas, a Denver agent, but chose to return and live in Denver. They persuaded Mr. Thomas to sell it back to them and intend to stay. if Mr. Thomas relocates permanently, he may buy land and build.
Mrs Ed Goff expects to leave this week for her home at Pem bine Wise after spending a few weeks visiting relatives and friends in Miami County.
Republican candidate Richard Gilbert announces his bid for Miami County Second District Commissioner and asks readers for support on Election Day Tuesday November 2 1920.
Republican candidate Homer Fenters urges supporters for re election as Miami County sheriff. He promises strict law enforcement and a fair clear deal for all, asking for votes and backing from readers of the Tribune.
County Treasurer Charles E. Reyburn runs on the Republican ticket with the slogan He Serves The People. Election Day is Tuesday November 2.
Albert Ward Republican candidate for Judge of the Miami Circuit Court and Donald Coppock Republican candidate for Representative for Miami County solicit support for Election Day November 2, 1920.
Albert Donaldson named executor of the will and estate of Lorenzo Donaldson of Miami County. The executor states the estate is believed to be solvent and has qualified. Attest: M. E. Andrews, Clerk.
Mrs. Elizabeth Darnell and Mrs. C F Fite received drafts from the American Insurance Co covering the full insured value of their burned buildings.
GC, O. Derek and wife along with Glenn Brown and wife and L. H. Dice and wife spent a pleasant Sunday evening at the home of A. M. Brown and wife. FOR SALE Apples of various kinds priced to suit the people.
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