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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1914
Page
1
Glycia Krause of Elkhart Ind will marry Grover E Blayney once of Fremont now residing in Elkhart A July social party announced the coming union with floral decorations and a telegram from Cupid noting the wedding planned for early August.
Isaac W. Smith born September 4, 1835 in Ray Michigan died July 26, 1914 at his Fremont Indiana home. Civil War veteran enlisted March 1864 and served to close. Survived by Abner and Albert W. Smith, five grandchildren, brothers, and cousins. Member of G A R Post Steuben Lodge 231 and I O O F.
The family expresses thanks to all who aided during the last sickness and burial of their husband and father, and asks blessings for those who offered prayers and support.
The trustee of Fremont township will receive bids for hauling school children on the school routes of his township on Saturday Aug 1 1914 between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved. C O Pew Trustee Fremont Two.
The notice lists morning Sunday School at 9 30 Preaching 10 30 and evening services 7 30 with a Wednesday prayer meeting. It also covers Methodist Episcopal Church services including Epworth League at 6 30 and a Thursday prayer meeting. A Free Methodist Chapel at Farnham announces Sunday School 10 and preaching every alternate Sabbath with Pastor H Matthews.
A rural man buys a curry comb then leaves after quick payment while a lady examines several items, tests light and price, rejects options, then selects one and departs with notes for future shopping. The encounter contrasts brisk efficiency with careful, lingering evaluation.
J C Bailey named to fill unexpired W D Wells term after resignation at June town council meeting. J P Albright reappointed with term ending July 31. Starting August 1 the board will include C O Pew township trustee A E Kinsey J P Albright and J C Bailey for the Fremont School governed jointly by town and township.
Tuesday evening a car driven by Fern Rowe of Camden hit James McConnell's rig tied in front of Hall's harness shop. A wheel was smashed and a basket of eggs spilled across the street. Advertisement asks about insurance and provides Fremont Bee contact numbers.
Steuben Lodge No 231 1 00 O F presents resolutions of respect for Isaac Smith describing his virtues. The document states condolences to family and friends and orders printing in the Fremont Eagle and minutes of the Lodge. Committee members Wm Clark Eli Kinsey and Dr B F Chapin signed.
A called assembly of R and S M A Angola Council No 27 B and S M will be held Friday evening August 7 for the greeting of three companions. All members are requested to be present. Warren D Wells T I M Thad K Miller Rec
John Cole of Scott Township dies at 69 from injuries from a runaway accident suffered a few days earlier. He was a Civil War veteran. July 22 funeral plans.
A reflection on not missing small advertising opportunities in newspapers. The piece argues ads carry value for merchants and readers, shaping success through attention to small details and prudent purchasing, with most big outcomes beginning as small opportunities.
In a familiar pattern the royal establishment frequently asks the queen for directions on household matters, often bypassing King George to save time. The anecdote notes the queen’s central role in managing routine affairs.
The article recounts Queen Mary shaping invitations and court lists for King George V, directing who was asked to court events while excluding the king from some decisions. It notes clashes with Lord Stamfordham and Prime Minister Asquith over royal access and authority, and ends with Mary’s bid to rework Buckingham Palace letter delivery, approved by the king.
An Anglo American woman once joked that Britain now has the court of Queen Mary just as Victoria and Edward had. The report notes King George V relies heavily on his wife, displaying a degree of self effacement that astonishes the royal circle, as prominent courtiers observe.
A Dortmund jurist calls Germany’s yearly nearly six million lawsuits a "lawsuit plague" surpassing tuberculosis in societal cost. The piece notes long delays, high court costs, and large attorney fees while illustrating the system’s tendency to traverse petty disputes into protracted battles.
Two oil powered submarines named ARI and AB depart Portamouth England for Australia a 13 000 mile voyage under their own power. Each hosts 1600 horsepower engines and 11 000 gallons paraffin fuel plus 1800 gallons oil. Arsenal includes four torpedo tubes and wireless telegraphy on arrival. They will be escorted by the Eclipse to Singapore.
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