Sparland Community Notes Show Busy Winter Social Life
Judge Show ia quite wick and A Barr with wife were in town for a Sunday visit. Tanner attended yearly business. Mrs Spar and Mrs Zimmerman hosted a beacon meeting. Mrs Gillette remains ill but hopes for recovery. Buckley hosted Valentine party for church choirs. Helping Hand Society met Mr Jinddell and enjoyed a royal repast. OLeary building to start a saloon. Rev James holds Bethel meetings this week amid growing interest. Mrs Alison, about 70, fell and broke hip, serious. Joseph Parsons traveled to Peoria for Woodman meeting and exam of officials. Helpings Hand rode to Mra Shimp’s with refreshments. Cartwright and Witt Larney led outings for young folks. others joined to Henry. Rebecca lodge members sleigh rode to noble grand Kidney’s home with oysters and cake. Basket social planned at Concord school Friday January 20 with a George Washington birthday program and a 10 cent admission for ladies bringing baskets Verda Wells teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boclety
W. Jinddell
Wal F. Lair
O'Leary
Rov James
Bethel
D. L. Ailison
Roota
Henry
Rebecca
Mr. Kidney
Condral School House
Irriday
George Washington
Verda Wells
Social notes and travels from Varna and surrounding towns
Local readers catch updates on visits and moves across Varna Toluca Lacon Henry Clarinda Magnolia and Independence Iowa. Mentions include Mr Spencer’s burial, families planning relocation, guests visiting the Martins and Austins, sleighing outings, a charity bazaar, and illnesses among residents.
Telephone Upgrade At Evans Drug Store
Win Hall arrived from Magnolia to install a new telephone line at Dr J W Evans' drug store. A children's party for Elia Davis drew about 80 youngsters. Several local families faced funerals and travel plans, with community gatherings and visits across nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Nation
Whitefield Notes Mention Local Visits and Meetings
Frankie Stout is ill with lung fever while Willis Fountain returns home to Keotsa Iowa on furlough. Bergie Brokaws from Farming ton visits relatives as Will Clement travels to Saybrook. True spent week with aunt Mre Bulleyment in Milo. Mrs Moles and children visit Brim felt. Griswold family moved to Bradford last week. Whitefield attendees report large crowd at Bugar Grove social. Ed Tanquary family at Harry Monroe's. Mrs Tanquary attends Clift funeral. Chas Tanquary returns with sister Bertha for a visit. Meetings continue. Bro Toder preaches to little interest. WW society ties comforts for Mrs G Barker. Whitefield Dramatic Club donation of nearly 80. Young folks assist church fund drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitefield
Frankie Stout
Willis Fountain
Keotsa
Iowa
Bergie Brokaws
Farmington
Will Clement
Saybrook
Tauthia
True
Mre Bulleyment
Milo
Mra Moles
Brimfelt
G. Griswold
Bradford
Bugar Grove
Tueaiay
Ed Tanquary
Harry Monroe
Mra Tanquary
Clift
Chas Tanquary
Bertha
Bro Toder
G. Barker
Whitefield Dramatic Club
New Dessert Leases All the Family Flavors
Advertisement for a dessert featuring orange raspberry and strawberry flavors. Available at grocers for 10 cents. Try it today.
Community Notes From The H. B. Lowden Farm Area
Joseph Cook moved this week on the H. B. Lowden farm and Lowden moved his family to Kewanee last Thursday. The Aukland children recovered from the grip while Grandma Aukland remained ill. Abbie Newman Ma ry Clark hosted friends at James Somers home with carom games. Otto Lutes, afflicted with pneumonia, is improving after nurse care. Peter Swartz worsened last Saturday, but today shows slight improvement and his outlook remains uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carom
Otto
Geo Lutes
Peter Swartz
North Saratoga report and school closure note
In North Saratoga Mabel Dennis reports a whooping cough case while Samuel Chenoweth lost a good chore last week. The Denver district filed a vacation closure as schools shut for a break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Saratoga
Mabel Dennis Bis
Samuel Chenoweth
Denver
Space Spread? Tenants Seek Seven Dollar Rent
Fragmentary text mentions a seven dollar amount and space spread themed phrase. The readable parts reference diseases and unrelated notes, leaving unclear events. No identifiable people or organizations are confirmed.
Manhood Restore Promise From Dr Vince Powell
A flyer promotes Dr Vince Powell offering cures for lost manhood caused by youthful indiscretions drains or overwork. It urges readers to act now for the good of their future and their children and claims thousands have been cured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auch
Vince Powell
Free Consultation Promises Cure for Various Ailments
An advertisement urges readers to seek free consultation and confidential advice for nervous debility, prosthetic and urinary problems, and chronic diseases. It claims scientific, thorough treatment and invites both men and women to discuss conditions without payment or fear of invasive procedures.
Dr Vance Powell Specialist Offers Free Consultation
Dr Vance M Powell a specialist offers free consultation and examination with electro vacuum treatment. The advertisement lists Alylica Plate X Ray Machine and notes locations at Masonic Temainas Street over a store in Peoria Illinois with daily hours 9 am to 5 pm and evening slots on Wednesday and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiiee
Masonic Temainas Street
Chradzki
Nothing Store
Peoria
Rude Cunninghams Baby Girl Buried at Lacon
Rude Cunningham's infant daughter died February 5 and was taken to Lacon for burial. A voluntary mix up over caps prompted Geo Snell to offer trade back. Jos McCurdy sought medical help for their baby Sunday amid a harsh whooping cough. Mrs Augusta Nickelle's sale drew a good crowd with strong prices. Flue day auctioneer Ser wares routine. Geo Snell served as clerk. Chas Camp showed two horses and a cold spell affected prices. Russell of Bradford hosted a refreshment stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rude Cunningham
Lacon
Geo Snell
Jos McCurdy
Augusta Nickelle Sale
Ser W
Chas Camp
Russell
Bradford
Local Family Ailments And Bereavement Notify Community
U D Toemmis and wife and children are sick with grip. Barker family updates and Mr Uronce visits. Mrs Lawrence Lippert ill and wished recovery. Wm A Thompson returns from Baptist meetings. Antone Bradel and spouse celebrate their wedding with gifts. Rob King and wife mourn loss of a child. funeral and burial at Caledonia Cemetery noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ud Toemmis
Willie Barker
George
Linnie Barker
Gib Barkely
Will Uronce
Lawrence Lippert
Wm A. Thompson
Springfield
The
Baptist Church
Antone Bradel
Rob King
Caledonia Cemeery
Hennepin notes and funeral of Judge Cassell
Hennepin reports several residents visiting or calling in the city including Harley Newburn of McNabb and Dr Thomas with Geo A Burt of Henry. Funeral services for Judge Cassell held at the Congregational church with Rev France officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnconu
Grand Opera House
Harley Newburn
McNabb
Thomas
Geo A. Burt
Henry
Mra P. GC
McLain
G. H. Wood
Hennepin
Cassell
Wm Smith
Kearney
Neb
Congregational Church
France
Durley & Lucas
Juleebure
Colo
John, Weeks
Bureau
Jennie
Colorado
Nebraska
Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor
Johnson
Rey France
Hennepin Community Notes and Obituary Highlights
A local event featured remarks and songs by Bessie Read and others with Hilda Fay and Lida Tuers providing music as a large crowd enjoyed an entertaining evening. The column notes the death of Mrs Mra E A Leech at age 56, mentioning her roles in churches and clubs and listing her sons J Barton Davis and Chas A Leech. It also recalls tributes to Wm Bruer, a young farmer and M W A member, and remarks on community sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie
Die Stouffer
Saabel Pearce
Hilda Fay
Lida Tuers
Mra E. A. Leech
Len T. Leech
J. Barton Davis
Cedar Avenue
Peoria
Hennepin
Congregational Church
France
Ing
Royal Neighbors of America
Golden Rod Camp
Commercisl
Chas A
Willis Leech
Leech
Carrie Nation
Jack McAnany
John Alexander
Joe Heluip Fes
Gus Studgvin
Kansas
Putnam County
Illinois
William Bruer
Helen C. Bruer
Selby
Bureau County
Iil
St Anthony’s Church
C. Vogelman Offic
M. W.A
Hennen
Bruer
Local Notables and Visitors Reported in Ambiguous Notes
Xenia Gazette item notes Clara Bishop traveling to Whitefield last week. Frank Hauger listed as Venona caller on Friday and Rev Schacht as Varna caller on Saturday. Frank Bishop of Iowa arrived Monday night visiting friends. Mrs Taylor among the sick with grip.
Local notices and incidents in Henry area report
Business callers in Henry on Monday included J. Massie. Mr and Mrs Horace Mitchell plan to move to their home near Belden Town this week. Samuel Defenbaugh and Morris Bosley are in poor health. Frank Potter visits from Henry to relatives. Perry Dakin to have a clearance sale Thursday evening December 14. Ed Morris and daughters and Miss Snyder of Paine Point seen on streets Saturday. Mrs Charles McAlister and children return to near Lafayette. sister Mary accompanies. James Emmaus and Benj Law Jr in Henry Friday. their horses ran away and threw them from the rig. both bruised but not seriously injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waller
J. Massies
Henry
Horace Mitchell
Bhéldon
Samuel Defenbaugh
Morris Bosley
Frank Potter
Perce Perry Dakin
Ed Morris
Snyder
Paines Point
Charles McAlister
LaFayette
Mary
James Emmaus
Benj- Law
Stockyards Enlarged and Local Movements Noted
The report lists varied local changes including enlarged stockyards, residents in La Salle and McNabb, and several deaths this winter. Judge Casgel and John Gunn are reported buried, and James Anderson farm enters new occupancy by nephew Mr McCabe from Ohio. Moving trends shift earlier as March arrival approaches.
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D. RB. Shinn
la Salle
Russell Lownes
McNabb
James Wallin
Frank
E. W. Lee
Tiskilwa
Jess Wilitte
Farmer City
Hoyle
Marriage at the Catholic church on Mt Palatine
From Quaker Lane: a marriage occurred Tuesday at the Catholic church in Mt Palatine. Attendees from here joined the service. Also noted were the funeral of Judge Cassell at Cottage Hill on Monday and the death of pioneer John Gunn with his two children still living with him. Sarah Swaney injured by a fall last week and unable to walk. Quail through the winter show losses from storms, few shot by sportsmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt Palatine
Judge Cassell
Cottage Hill
Sarah Swaney
John Gunn
Marital Plans and Local News at Mount Palatine
Mount Palatine notes report several weddings planned for Tuesday from Lizzie Droll and Laura Waldsmith with partners, plus Mrs Cyrus Gunn recovering in Chicago and Bell Telephone discussions by local residents. A Ladies Circle gathering occurred at Mrs T C Henning with attendees from Tonica. Locals express desire for a reliable telephone system connecting neighbors and towns.
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Tonica
Cyrus Gunn
Chicago
T. C Henning
Alo
James McGee
Lizzie Droll
Paul Helgoth
Laura Waldsmith
Fred Naumann
Franks
Bell ‘Telephone Company
la Salle
John ‘Travis
Incurable Heart Disease Cure Promised by Dr Miles
An advertisement from Dr Franklin Miles offers a free trial of a heart and nerve treatment claimed to cure incurable cases. It cites 25 years of study, promises free treatment to afflicted readers, and lists addresses in Chicago and Chicago area. The appeal targets readers with chest oppression irregular pulse and dropsy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aftikteg
Miles
Smith
Chicago
Neue Anty
Hyecna
Julius Kelster
Putnam News Briefs From Local Roundabout Yet
The note describes community events including a burial and illness in Putnam, a wedding planned for Miss Bell Shimmel and Son Dally, a day of trading in Henry low Bridey, and attendance at Whitefield meetings. It mentions Mrs Taliaferro’s family illness, Mrs Williams’s illness, and Dr Cromwell as attending physician. A petition seeks slugners for a free mail route from Putnam while the writer endorses the MeKIlwa route as broader reach for residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawson
Lette Cook
Putnam
J. ¥. Williams
A. McCoon
King
Bell Shimmel
Dally
Frank Anderson
John Aid Dora
Henry Low Bridey
Whitefield
Mole
Alvin Soder
Tskilwa
Baker
Tiskilwa
Hiskilwa
Taliaferro
Lindsey Anderson
Peria
Williams
Howard Williams
A. McCown
Oward Williams
Cromwell
Relief in Six Hours from Kidney and Bladder Disease
Promises rapid relief from kidney and bladder issues with New Great South American Kidney Cure. Advertises quick pain relief in the back and sides, claiming effects within six hours. Sold at Dr Powell's drug store. mentions Harvey Hunter as tax collector.
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Arvey Hunter
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