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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1920
Page
1
Grand Old Play promises lavish production by Jnc. F. Stowe for one show at Fremont on Monday October 4. The performance features large scenes of the Ohio river winter, the St Claire plantation and New Orleans levee with notable stage effects and a capable company.
Frederick Pifer born near Akron Stark County Ohio March 5 1839 died at Fremont Indiana September 25 1920 aged 81 years 6 months 2 days Married May 5 1861 to Sarah Jane Waters they had twelve children eight survive Charles Cary Winnie Elsy Lena Ada Snow Lena Baum and Zoa Miller Also four sisters and 17 grandchildren seven great grandchildren He lived in Fremont since 1866 and the family thanks friends for sympathy
Fremont mourns Fred Pifer a pioneer citizen and expert boat builder who died last Saturday at his home after a period of failing health. He was 81 years old and highly esteemed in the community.
Epworth League Convention of the Angola sub district will be held in Hamilton Indiana on Sunday October 3 starting at 10 30 a m Fremont representation includes Rev L W Kemper Miss Ona Walter and Elbert Reed A pot luck dinner will be no feature of the day’s program.
George Bruce Ryan son of John and Amanda Ryan born December 2 1885 in York township Steuben county Indiana died September 23 1920 at age 34. He helped run the family homestead after his father's death and was devoted to his mother. He was a Mason member of Northeastern Lodge 210. Funeral service was held at home on September 25 under Masonic auspices with burial in Fremont Indiana led by Rev. L W Kemper.
Mrs. John Ryan and family express heartfelt thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during bereavement. Gratitude for floral pieces from Ivy Chapter O E S and others, music at the home, consoling words from Rev Kemper, and lodge officers from Northeastern Lodge 210 F A M.
Preliminary meetings for the Steuben County permanent membership drive opened September 23 with the main drive slated to begin October 18. The National Farmers Association cites Clifford Thorne's work before the Interstate Commerce Commission as saving up to 200 million dollars yearly for shippers, with at least half benefiting farmers. 35 states are members, with dues of five dollars or more. Indiana plans county and state federation organization by November first. Political promises place “real dirt farmers” in government roles across departments and commissions. The movement supports the Truth in Fabrics bill, arguing farm interests aid the public. Dr. George Monroe, linked to Mrs. Gene Stratton Porter, was arrested on counterfeit check charges amid divorce proceedings.
Cleveland hosts a national convention as members from Alaska France England Belgium and all states attend. Some 25 000 veterans in uniform with 50 bands parade through the principal streets. Twenty four living Medal of Honor recipients attend as guests among the fifty four in the Legion.
School notes report a water melon party by the Farkers federation at I J. ser ris home near Pleasant Lake. Fremont High won a baseball practice game 11 to 10 against Angola last Wednesday and lost 8 to 4 at Hamilton on Friday. A Narcotics Abstinence league is forming. Senior, Junior, Sophomore notes list absentees and events including a talk by E. J. Osborn on Nightshade Poppies and Shadows.
The church schedules Sunday School at 9 30 a m sermon at 10 45 a m on The Church's Place in the Making of a Man Epworth League meets at 6 30 p m public worship at 7 30 p m with Dr W W Martin. The new ladies choir sings morning and the men’s chorus evening. Leaguers plan to attend Hamilton sub district rally with consecration service led by Pastor L W Kemper.
Scott township launched Steuben county membership efforts with Frank Adams and County Agent Parker as speakers. The plan asks farmers to join at 5 dollars per year for five years, with committees of three targeting twelve farmers each. The drive runs October 18 to November 4 across all townships.
The piece defends the Republican Congress, listing major laws and actions such as women’s suffrage, reestablishing telegraph and telephone lines, the national prohibition law, the railroad bill, veterans’ benefits, and coal and oil leasing. It contrasts with Democratic claims, notes budget issues and vetoes, and cites counts of bills and committee reports.
Evangelical church notes a revival close with an evangelist Ballinger sermon at 7 45 pm after a 10 30 am Bible School. Minister O N Braun urges attendance with a call to a great meeting and gospel feast for Sunday.
No. 259 bank statement for Ray Bank a private bank at Ray Indiana as of Sept 8 1920 shows demand deposits 59817 17 demand certificates 59400 35 total 119218 12 and bills payable 5000 00 with assets liabilities and capitalization disclosed in the report centered on loans US bonds and bank figures.
The Auburn fair is scheduled to take place on October 6 7 and 8 featuring local vendors entertainment and community activities across the three days. The event aims to showcase regional agriculture crafts and preparations for fall celebrations with participation expected from residents and visitors alike.
Car owners are urged to take notice as The Ford Garage advertises a large tire supply and will include a free tube with every tire sold while supplies last.
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