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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1915
Page
11
A dense recap of Sparland area social activity includes visits by residents to Peoria and Henry, moving of Frank and Pointner into new quarters, church events, a funeral, and weddings. The Epworth League considers a play, while Masons install officers and host a social lunch. Families prepare for moves to Peru and Toronto as community ties endure.
A Sparland basketball win over Henry drew praise for referees Everett McBride and Ed Van Antwerp. The report lists local officials and players, notes strong team play at times, and mentions visiting Henry fans complimenting Sparland. Obituary for Mrs Anna Rowe Kocher and local social notes follow.
Mr and Mrs Ford Schupp and Wilbur visited relatives near Varna Wenona and east side points. Mrs George Holler attended a house party at the Henry home. Niblock school social drew attendees from the area. Waughop Burson visit and sleighing remains good. Elmer Lopeman recovering after accidentally injuring foot. Hunt family at Sparland Masonic installation. Horroms visited C Hunts on Sunday.
Joseph L. Smith moved his family from La Prairie into the house bought from William Harris last Thursday and is now one of our number. The Woodman supper Tuesday Fa drew a large crowd with a fine supper and dancing enjoyed by all.
The Fred Aman family hosted a Thursday evening gathering with refreshments and friends. Leona Busham visits Nellie Hickey. L H Salmen family plans to move to Chicago. Shanty Irish and Wheelbarrow Dutch bid summer farewell at the station. Truman Packingham hosted a farewell party as he and family move to South Dakota. Carville is dismantled as trains removed. Theo Bogner welcomed a son Friday. Bertha Lamaster returns from Litchfield. Grant Davidson leaves for Rock River Military Academy in Dixon. Mrs. John S Dexter and son visit then return to Ardmore Okla. Eldon Wolfe arrives from Bradyville Iowa to stay with the Malones.
Cottage Mr and Mrs Frank Lidgard were Sunday guests at Samuel Chesney's. Clara Chesney returned to Illinois college at Jacksonville after a two weeks home visit. Edmund Jardine visits Mo line for a few days. Mr and Mrs Leslie Wilkins and son Albert were Sunday guests at William Chesney's. Mr and Mrs Warren Grange and family were Sunday callers at Ernest Reynolds' Will Hopkins, William Chesney, Joseph Schwab and Owen Sharkey visited Decatur Monday morning to view road machinery. A neighbor quotes Nero as careless while Rome burned, Mrs Corntassel retorts she has trouble with men folk who play the accordion and let the fire go out.
La Prairie listings show visits by Ora Sheets and family and a farewell party for Truman Packingham and wife as they depart for Toronto S C. Miss Neva Place of New York plans a Chautauqua musicale with Beulah Busby at the La Prairie BE church Tuesday Jan 14. Local residents visit relatives and attend church events with multiple small social items and illnesses noted.
Adam McCuen born in Glasgow Scotland circa 1844 died January 7 1915 at his youngest son William in Saratoga township aged about 71. Immigrant to America in 1865, settled in Kendall and Marshall counties Illinois. Married Jane Hastings February 19 1874 leaving six children three boys and three girls. Widow Jane died 1888 leaving four children cared for by him. Joined U P church La Prairie and remained faithful. Funeral at U P church La Prairie conducted by Rev. Tussey of Pawnee Neb with interment in U P cemetery. Pallbearers listed. condolences extended.
Sunday visitors at the Spratts include McClellan Shipp and brief notes show Maggie Spratt and Myrle Anderson out with colds. Townsfolk attend Nichols Schmitt sale near Henry and Milo church services. Foot and mouth disease inspector has scanned cattle with no new outbreak. efforts to prevent spread continue.
A brief anecdote reveals a husband recalling his wife’s jealousy during a cold snap when he hugged the radiator. The remark underscores domestic tension and humor within the household.
Circuit Court filings include attachments and assumpsit cases such as Folken v Harvey, and confessions in several matters. Probate entries cover estates of Fisher Shepard Sargent Hall Klevyosat and Schefelbein with discharge and will probate notes. Real estate transfers and numerous marriage licenses and births are noted along with consents and notices.
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