Sparland Local Social Notes Across Friends and Visits
In Sparland and nearby towns residents share visits from relatives and friends, including Mrs. Fred Schultz in Henry with niece Bessie Hill, Miss Marvel Campbell visiting from Peoria, and Oliver Johnson with Junia Kear in Chillicothe. Major events include Merry Hill and Fred Hill at Peru, patients and doctors, local ball games, and the Follies of 1914 tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Russell
Fred Schultz
Henry
Bessie Hill
Oliver Johnson
Junia Kear
Chillicothe
Wm. Fosdick
Sparland
C. D. Marshall
Tena Wild
Peoria
Wilde
Helping Hand Social for Washington’s Birthday Observed
The Helping Hand society hosted a Washington’s birthday event with a flag decorated rostrum and portraits of George and Martha Washington. The program featured readings, solos, piano pieces, and an instrumental duet, followed by refreshments and festive red, white, and cherry tree decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exiday
Helping Hand Society
Washington
George
Fred
Wisenhance
Dr King’s King of Laxatives Adverts
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s laxatives marketed as a blessing for constipation. Paul Mathue of Buffalo N Y endorses the product, claiming it helps his family and urging readers to buy a box for 25 cents at Y Ironmonger's and J graves.
Local Social News From Lacon and Surrounding Areas
Mrs Harry Gallup and son Harold visit Lacon along with the Longmans. Elin Watt visits her sister Una Burnett. Attendees in the area include R N Ree, John Turnbull, Robert Hall, Ralph Greene, Andrew Turnbull, Ruth Greene. J W Greene arrives at E A Wilmot’s home. Andrew Pringle hosts a surprise gathering with games and luncheon. Dr and Mrs Bradford of Lacon visit James Smith Sr. Anna Mae Calder and Lyman Robinson attend The Winning of Barbara Worth in Peoria. Mrs R W Turnbull hosts Mildred Bell of Loveland Colorado. Jerome Willard’s sale postponed to Feb 28. Mrs John Collins and son Trugene visit Chillicothe. Alice Root visiting Cyrus Root. Blanche Davidson leaves for Lewisburg West Virginia to teach. Margaret Webber visits from Abingdon. John Lowe of Peoria joins W J Scott’s team. Kimble young folks host Washington birthday styled gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Gallup
Harold
Lacon
Ivan
Clyde Longman
Otto Eichstaedt
Elin Watt
Peoria
Una Burnett
Dorothy —Stott
R. N. Ree
John Turnbull
Robert Hall
Ralph Greene
Andrew Turnbull
Ruth Greene
J. M. DeVault
John Burnett
J. W. Greene
E. A. Wilmot
Washington
Andrew Pringle
Barbara Worth
R WN Turnbull
Mildred Bell
Loveland
Col
Jerome Willard
Edna Calder
Hazel Mebauginiin
Helen Racey
Sparland
John Collins
Trugene
Chillicothe
Alice
Root
Cyrus Root
Blanche Davidson
Lewisburg
W Va
Margaret Webber
Abingdon
John Lowe
W J Scott
Kimble
How to Prevent Bilious Attacks Ad from 1910 era
Advice on preventing bilious attacks suggests taking three Chamberlain's Tablets at onset to ward off the attack. Claims appetite may fail and feelings of dullness and languor. Sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
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Community Gossip and Local Happenings in Lawn Ridge
Mrs. William Nickerson visits from Lawn Ridge this week joining sister Mrs Saggers and mother Mrs John Phillips in Speer. Charles Donaths injures knee with unclear cause. Local dramatic club plans a more elaborate upcoming play. Ice houses thrived during the cold wave with seven to eight inch ice. Mrs Gollins once received a Valentine named Tom. Last Saturday evening about 30 friends visited Tom’s home with ecards and oysters, sharing an evening and joking about Tom.
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Lawn Ridge
William Nickerson
Saggers
John Phillips
Speer
Charles Donaths
Tom
Harmony Hair Beautifier Praised by Stage Beauties
Prominent actresses Ethan Barrymore Elsie Ferguson Natalie Alt Louise Crowder Rose Coghlan Laurette Taylor and others endorse Harmony Hair Beautifier saying it livens, cleanses, and thickens hair making styling easier and hair stay in place. Locals note its popularity with many women who seek rapid, noticeable results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethan Barrymore
Elsie Ferguson
Natalie Alt
Louise Crowser
Rose Coghlan
Laurette Taylor
Tohany
Ferayebalr
Kedan Haireandesealpad
Rexall
Henry, J
Eczema cured by Hobson ointment and Nerma Soap claim
New Orleans reader C P Caldwell reports using Dr Hobson's Eczema Salve and Nerma Zema Soap to clear all skin blotches. Ad touts soothing antiseptic action and guarantees relief, with boxes available from druggists or by mail from Pfeiffer Chemical Co.
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Hobson
P Caldwell
New Orleans
Hobsn
Pfeiffer Chemical Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Advt
Local Notices and Social Rounds Highlight South Whitefield
South Whitefield updates report farmers shelling corn and a guest list from the Pride home visit by Mrs. Pride and relatives. Isabel and Harriet Green were ill, a Peters pavilion dance occurred, and Washingtons birthday party featured cards and refreshments with many young attendees.
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South Whitefield
Baugh
Isabel
Harriet Green
Peters Pavilion
McGee
G. Waughop
Pride
MC Marshall
Sparland
van Dusen
Peoria
Walter Pride
Louie Ely
East Peoria
Benny Hunt
Ely
Benny
Hubbard
Washington
Giana Te
Court House News. Probate hearings and estate actions
Circuit Court proceedings list numerous estate matters including probate hearings for Michael Landers Curtis and William A Whetzel, guardian reports for Mary Sherrer insane, and administration letters for James Briscol and Roberta Kless. Also noted are claims allowed against Elizabeth Shevlin and conveyances of real estate, with dates and fees referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Landers
Mary Sherrer
Curtis F Wright
Wille A. Wright
W. P. Donlavy
William A. Whetzel
Anna N. Whetzel
James, Briscol
Roberta Kless
Deceas
Dadies Aid to Hold Meeting in Saratoga
The Dadies Aid plans a one day meeting with Mrs. Henry Aukland on Thursday March 6 for their new home funds. Neighbors spent Friday evening at the Thumma home and Mary Diverbiss writes of improvement. James Sloan returns to Saratoga to work for Charles Holmes Harry Mead and Mary Hannum visited Henry Revival services postponed due to storm.
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Henry
Aukland
Iowa
Mary Diverbiss
James Sloan
Saratoga
Charles Holmes
Harry Mead
Mary Hannum
Recognized Advantages of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy
An advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as superior to many medicines for coughs and colds. It loosens and relieves coughing, aids expectoration, opens secretions, and helps the system expel a cold without opium. It is safe for children and adults. available from all dealers.
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