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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
1
A barn five miles west of Fremont owned by Mrs Ethel Ward burned Monday night at about 9 30. Livestock hay grain and farming tools were lost with only a pig remaining plus a mowing machine and manure spreader saved. Origin unknown as no lights were used. Neighbors assist and Fremont community aids relief efforts. The article also notes the Fremont Girls Band and its members.
James W Bassett born Ontario County New York May 26 1844 died at his Fremont residence December 9 1919 aged 75 years 6 months 13 days He married Elizabeth J Foster November 9 1865 They had four children Frank M Claude M Blanchard B and Grace Themlere He served in Co C 12th Indiana Cavalry enlisting September 15 1863 and discharged August 2 1865 He re enlisted December 15 1894 serving under King Jesus He attended the Methodist Episcopal Church Fremont He is survived by his widow three sons a daughter seven grandchildren two brothers and one sister Funeral Friday at 2 pm at the Methodist church Pastor Rev Kemper conducted the services Interment Fremont Cemetery
The Bassett family expresses gratitude to Mr Kemper for his sermon and to the singers for music. Thanks also to those who offered their autos for service. Signed by Mrs E J Bassett and family and A C Bassett and wife.
The receiver for the Mongo Light and Power Company filed a report showing claims of 5253 with 462 on hand. The plan involved attracting townsfolk by selling stock or contracting to sell power, then building a pole line and selling stock to farmers. Many farmers invested after seeing stockholder names, amid promises of a 42 percent dividend and electricity at one cent per kilowatt, with unknown Fremont investments. LIBRARY REPORT FOR NOVEMBER lists totals and circulation, with Irene Hall as librarian.
The Methodist church announces Sunday services at 9:30 for Sunday School 10:45 for public worship and communion 3:30 Intermediate League 6:30 Epworth League 7:30 evening service by the pastor Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:30. A Christmas message follows with text John 1 14. Pastor Wm Leemprr invites all.
Sorosis held a December 5 meeting where Mrs. Ida Hall shared an entertaining account of her Fremont to Hoboken trip from earlier in the year. Mrs. Jennie Sheets presented current events and kept the circle engaged. Brief discussion followed. The club will meet December 19.
The upcoming Emersonian Christmas program Friday evening draws attendees from the community. G I Christie of Purdue spoke at the farmers meeting in Angola Tuesday with the agriculture class benefiting from the lecture. Senior Conn Smith remains ill. The program is set for December 19 with all invited, and Christmas vacation follows, reopening December 29.
The English III class remained in the assembly room due to cold classrooms with hopes for better heating. Juniors Ralph Reed and Emory Gallory sell photographs. faculty trusts the Juniors. Colds and sleeping weather lead to many tardies. History II fears upcoming tests. Faculty morning featured Mr. Leas on Brotherly Love. storytelling sessions continue. Emersonian program set for Friday evening in the High School Assembly Room.
The Mens Brotherhood held its second monthly meeting at the M. E. church with a large audience enjoying music by the Ladies Band a vocal solo by Rolland Weaver and a talk by C L Estrich of Eden Ohio. Guests included Gary Duguid J G Kaiser L S Maxwell and Wm Kohl of Eden. Dr Wade's division will host the next meeting on Monday January 26 featuring an oyster supper and refreshments.
Last evening at Sidell s a supper for returned soldiers and sailors not invited to the prior banquet was hosted with Burley Gibbon as chef and Barry s orchestra providing music. Attendees included Frank and Burl Hall with parents, John Young and his parents, Don Mc Louth and father Chas Mc Louth, and Mr. and Mrs. Chas E Hall and Mr. and Mrs. Riley Young. The event was praised as a great success with guests enjoying the evening.
The state case against Gordon Gordon and Brineman, accused of filing false roadwork claims on the Angola Pleasant Lake road, ended in acquittal after 24 hours jury deliberation. Indictments against other defendants were dismissed.
Merrill Balch died after his shotgun discharged when the trigger hooked on a cement porch step. The load struck his leg, severing a major artery, and he bled to death before help arrived. He leaves a wife and four children. his brother is Ernest Balch of the area.
Beginning this morning the electric service operates from 6 am to midnight with a plan to resume 24 hour service soon. The Eagle shop notes appreciated power with a busier workday as demand rises.
David Starr Jordan urges focus on helping children as a path to wisdom and societal improvement. He emphasizes that philanthropy should center on little ones and cites the Red Cross Christmas Seals as a vital means to save American children. Public notice urges purchase of the seals.
Absent list cites Grace Albright Esther Kelso Alice Painter Ruth Duguid Grace Gould and Kenneth Coe. The class began a study Tuesday. Some students took tests in Domestic and General Science. The teacher claimed no plant can survive without soil. A pupil retorts air fern.
The sixth ghede and fifth grade show strong attendance with perfect punctuality last week. Mrs. Laura Straw served as a caller and several students, including Pauline Brunk and Rex Straw, were absent. A Christmas tree program is slated for Friday afternoon after 4 pm, with other notes about visitors and class events.
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