Sparland Visit and Local Scraps Report
Mami Sparland Jamie Sparr visits friends in Wyoming. Andrew Kimball of Chillicothe was in town on Tuesday. Irving Parsons broke his leg riding a bicycle last Thursday. W Martin broke a leg last Friday by a falling stone. John Herridge visited his father in Grad June ta last Tuesday. Mrs F Kline and her son Ernie returned last week from Milwaukee relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mami ‘Sparland
Jamie Sparr
Wyoming
Andrew Kimball
Chillicothe
Irving Parsons
W. Martin
John Herridge
Grad
Willis Mills
Quaker Lane
Lostant
the Park
Mra Powers
Emma
Grand Ridge
Maggie
Ora Crane
Indianapolis
George Clemens
Jonas Maust
Near Whitefield
Simon Hauger
Elias Robey
Henry
Little
Varna Bride Weds Hendersonville Man in Tampa Hotel
The marriage of O. C. Kelsey formerly of Varna to M. E. Lett of Hendersonville Kentucky was recorded Aug 7 1901 at the De Soto hotel in Tampa Florida with a small bridal party and Varna congratulations. A Varna party later visited Peoria and Lacon with various locals joining gatherings and funeral rites for Dr Joshua Harris Rooke in Emporia and Maplewood Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Varna
O. C. Kelsey
M. E. Lett
Hendersonville
Kentucky
Tampa
Florida
de Soto
Peoria
Lacon
D. H. Kohler
8. W. McCulloch
Hulda Hultgren
Ireland
Laura Hasey
Hopewell
Jacob Strawn
Hammer
Wayne Hammer
Clear Creek
Reuben Broaddus
Last Week Social Roundup In Peoria And Vicinity
Notes show visitors and engagements: Mr and Mrs Spangler hosted McCullochs. Mrs White and daughter of Chicago visited Mrs Dennehe. Nira and Clara Hickman attended a Peoria show. Ed Spangler and Blanche Lytle from La Rose were in Varna. Grace Broaddus went to Peoria by boat. Bartley Miller moved into a newly purchased house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna
Peoria
Bartley Miller
Memorial services and fall term opening in local church
The Woodmen camp plans memorial services on the second Sunday in September at 8 m in the church with Rev A K Tullis of Henry delivering the address. The schoolhouse and yard are cleaned for the fall term. George and Jess Barker go to New Jersey via the Pan American. Several locals attended Buffalo Bill's show in Peoria. Lu Hilderbrand visits Flora Runnells. Mrs Geo Pace visits her Colorado parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodmen
A. K. Tullis
Henry Willeliver
George
Jess Barker
New Jersey
H. D. Bonham
Whitefield
Buffalo Bill
Péoria
Lu Hilderbrand
Henry
Flora Runnells
Mra Geo Pace Ia
Colorado
Born on Sunday a son to Mr and Mrs von Feaster
The notice reports the birth of a son on Sunday August 19 to Mr and Mrs von Feaster with Dr Swem in attendance. It notes Otto Perdew's return Monday from a visit in the southern part of the state and mentions Nellie Martin visiting her brother Beu after a rainfall felt Saturday and Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Feaster
Swem
Otto Perdew
Nellie Martin
Beu
Local Notes from Prairie and Peoria Parish
Mr and Mrs Wm Martin enjoy riding behind a dandy sorrel. Mrs Samuel Maxwell of Peoria buried in Henry. Rev J T Kip traveling. expect America trip. Weather brings rain and cooler air. Owen Doyle finished painting barn and house. Richard and Robert Kelley visiting Chicago. Lleary telephones. Buffalo Bull show at Peoria attended. Charley Thumma’s baby sick again. Wyoming fair next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. ‘Martin
Robert Turnbull Jr
Prairie
Samuel Maxwell
Peoria
Henry
J. T. Ki
America
Owen Doyle
Richard Kelley
Chicago
Robert Kelley
Buffalo
Charley ‘Thumma
Wyoming Fair
Fine barn raised at Ed Kaifer home in South Whitefield
At the home of Ed Kaifer Wm Starliper and his force raise a fine barn. Ed hosted a large gathering with a royal supper. Residents visited Buffalo Bill show at Peoria and Undercliff for recreation. News notes about neighbors, travel, and local amenities follow. Bucklen's Arnica Salve is praised for sores and skin issues with a brief testimonial from La Grange Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Kaifer
Wm. Starliper
Buffalo Bill
Peoria
H. R. Bonham
Earl
A. Jacobs
Theo
Kaiser
Mra A. Gunther
LaRose
Milton Holler
Rock Teland
George Parsons
Mr Pettit
Local Social Notes and Visitors Reported
C A Camp and E B Berrett were driving on streets Tuesday and spoke with Hannum brothers about Miss Magee tending 76 phones. Mrs BE Hofer of Henry and Misa Hofer of Peoria visited John Hofer family in Saratoga. Mildred Allen of Henry and Manole of Chicago visited C A Barnes. A son of A S Newman improving daily. John M Thompson visited Peoria last Thursday. Henry Aukland visiting Paxton relatives. Latha Daniels again on sick list. Bert Newman shelled corn Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.acamp
Berrett
Hannum Brothers
Henry
Sister Manole
Chicago
C. A. Barnes
Newman
Peoria
John M. Thompson
Henry Aukland
Paxton
Latha Daniels
Bert Newman
Death of Infant Daughter in OxBow Parents Mourn
North Hopewell reports the death of the infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Clem Ransom of OxBow on Sunday. Interment was scheduled for Monday at 8 PM in OxBow cemetery. The notice extends condolences to the bereaved family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clem Ransom
OxBow
G. H. Ransom
Ludwig Tommes
Henry Smith
Bloomfield
Iowa
Willie Ransom
Magnolia
Hopewell
Raver
de Swen
Hennepin Village Notes Include Socials and Visits
The Hennepin area hosts a busy series of social events and local updates. An ice cream sociable at Commercial Hotel raised interest after rain moved it from the park, 15 gallons sold. Various residents, including photographers and travelers, are listed with visits and purchases, plus a Lostant band concert and a local dance.
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promises Clear Skin
An old time drug advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills to regulate the liver purify the blood and improve complexion. It claims 25 cents at Dr Powell’s city drug store.
Reverend Wray Named Pastor at Eureka Church
Putnam notes announce that Rev Wray from Eureka will begin duties at the Christian church on September 1. The congregation hopes for strong support from all. Mr John Mills and family are invited at Ira Barnhart's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
Rev Wray
Eureka
John Mills
Lra Barnhart’s
Local Family Visits Reported in Illinois Communities
Mr and Mrs Sheldon of Tiskilwa were visiting in this community last Friday. Mrs Stipp of Princeton is visiting at the home of her son Dr Stipp. Mr and Mrs Twiett visited G. W. Lawson and wife recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheldon
Tiskilwa
Stipp
Princeton
Dr Stipp
Twiett
G. W. Lawson
Local News Briefs and Social Notes
A misfortune strikes the nundial colt last Chureday due to lockjaw. Weather prompts a reverent meeting Sunday evening. John M. Gunn leads for next Sunday age. Samuel Willams and Floridian children visit Teuitel Williams Thursday. Ethel and Marie Husktine visit relatives in Tontea this week. A daughter was born Monday evening to Mr and Mrs KH Laughlin. Irene McGee of Touloa visited Elna Davis last week. Ernest Reid of Tonica visited local friends. Dr Artin was a St Joe visitor Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wol Laugatia
di Wiiltaui
John M. Gunn
Samuel Willams
Teuitel Williams
Ethel and
Marie Husktine
Tontea
KH. Laughlin
Irene McGee
Touloa
Elna Davis
Ernest Reid
Tonica
Dr Artin
St Joe
Local Notes Travel and School Openings in Milo
Anna Koch travels to Abingdon for music lessons at Hedding college and visits sister Mrs Henfield for two weeks. Vidal Driver Jesse Sherman plan their move to town for a future home. Mrs Griswold and Mrs Pettegrew visit Peoria and Henry by boat. Domestic Science club meets at Mrs Griswold’s home. Fannie Hay of Washington visits aunt Mrs Hay. District No 1 school begins Sept 2 with Miss Hettie Whitaker as teacher. Others from Putnam and Arlington accounted for in local activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Domestic Science Club
Mra
C. H. Griswold
Fannie Hay
Washington, D. C
Mra L
Hay
Nettie Winter
Arlington
T. J. Cappertine
McLane
Leslie Driver
Iowa
McNabb Charlee Stockbane's Farm Lease and Local Happenings
McNabb Charlee Stockbane from Pear Lostant is set to rent J B Price's farm for next year, with Price adding a house extension to house two families. Nine Telephone Co stockholders elected directors for staggered terms. Mrs Russell Lowell travels to New Jersey with J L Mil for Friends conference near Baltimore. Wilson family reunion and Leroy Mills wedding reception planned at Abel Mills home. Ernest Mills and cousin visit eastern cities. Beck brothers host lawn fete on Clear Creek. Laughlin and McNabb family visit. 24 locals join Saturday excursion to St Joseph Michigan. O F Conklin visits after winter in California. Joshua Bumgarner hosts Princeton friends. Mills attend funeral near Ottawa. Julia Dugan visits Shinn. Mary Wilson hosts tea for young cousins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends Society
Baltimore
Wilson
Abel Mills
Leroy
Brider Decatur
Ernest Mills
Bloomington
Washington
Atlantic City
New York
Hubert
Leonard Beck
Clear Creek
Laughlin
Princeton
Mary Wilson
Allen's Foot-Enase makes tight shoes feel easy for ladies
Powder shaken into shoes relieves coins bunions and jawed swelling. It claims instant comfort for swollen feet blisters callouses and sore spots. Allen's Foot-Base is advertised as a cure for sweating and hot aching feet. Trial package offered free by mail to Allen 8. Olmsted Le Roy NY with price 25c at druggists and shoe stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
Northwestern railway tracklaying advances to Peoria
The Northwestern railway began tracklaying on Monday and aims to complete the 82 mile line from Nelson to Peoria in about four months with 45 miles laid toward Peoria. Resident Engineer Dike says 16 days could suffice with maximum pushing of equipment, but Peoria county terrain will slow progress due to rough cuts and heavy fills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern Railway
Peoria
Nelson
Laia
Dike
Peoria County
Peoria Journal
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Pecs
sConté
Jet
Deka
Thacker & Son
Jewelers
Henry, Ill
C. J. Stone Cutting School
Theodore Hartwig
Henry, Illinois
the Republican
Frank Howard
Laura Howard
Lee Buchanan
Loyd Black
Mr Black
Belle Rutherford
Ollieing
Hancock Brothers
Belle Hanley
Spring Water
Cousin
Scott Osborne
Sarah Titus
Inez Hall
la Prairie
J. A. Titus
Lou, Wood
Laura Casey Fen
Orter Webber
David Fink
West
Fannie Goodrich
Fred Tompson
Florence
Ida Wescott
Chillithe
T. M. Shaw
Daisy
Ff Percy Swain
Emma Mal
Mabelle Thomp
Beonie Lawrence
Mra George O. Bane
Edna Case
Sparland
Nellie Muirhead
Cliff Thompson
Excurson
Florence Green
Etella Clapp
James’ Ruly
Minoak
Sunday
Shepperd
Morrow
Harris
Norve Bell
Gladden
la Rose
Emporia
Kan
Hartford
Conne
John FE
Northington
Illinois
Episcopal Church
Morgan
Whittlesey
Eckdall
David Morgan
O. M. Wilhite
Josh Rooke
Maplewood Cemetery
Ondrother
Joshua Harris Rooke
Bertha
Stelle McCuskey
Mayme Little
Grace Parkison
Near Venona
Maud Myers
Wim Connor
Cincinnati
Oem
Lyve
Whitefield, Corners
Saratoga
Sefec
Niece
J. W
Henry, II
South Whitefield
Nannie Galleger
la Grange
Bucklen
Powell
LUNDY
North Hopewell
R. N. A. Society
Lydia’ 'Tuera
Sadie Stouffer
Della
Ohio
Algo
Antony Reavy
Sandy
Walter Boyle
Weary and
Hennepin Road
Dee
Chester Durley
Lyle H. Durley
Will Bentley
M. E
Starved Rock
Joe Carney
Geo
Lee Co
Henry Trendt
Family
Smith
Will Leech
Dixon
Charley
Putnam
Akron
Beate
Aerronchio
Perry Hardware CO
Storta
Joseph Jones
Martha Jones
Patturson
Harvey Oo
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