Illinois district notes and local obituaries update
Mrs Hattie McCulley visits Chillicothe. Mrekall Rebekah lodge plans Nov 2 event. Local visitors include Will Muanis and the Evans sisters. Rev Ivins Chatten and Charles Merritt call on Monday. Florence Dustman visits sister and father-in-law. Mrs G M Clark recovering after surgery. Political note on Justice Craig as Democratic governor candidate. Local business visits by J C Foster of Bradford in Cedar Rapids for LePabyre dger Co. Anniversary of the Chicago fire and Columbus discovery. Arbor Day near. Obituaries: Mrs. Elen Hartley dies at 89. Large land deal: open ditch excavation from Pekin contractors to connect Senachwine creek to Lake, with Wheeler and Win signs. total cost about 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie McCulley
Chillicothe
Mrekall Rebekah Lodge
Will Muanis
Robert Doran
Wilson
Bob
Wilsoning
J C Foster
Tan
Bradford N
Cedar Rapids
LePabyredger Co
Bariss
J E Noyes
S. Willam Philhower
Arles
Bradford
J Cisdell
Philhower
Blaisdell
Noyes
Chicago
America
Columbus
Arbor
Illinois
Reau County
Boyd’s Grove
Horace Bonar
Kewanee
Osceola
William Eeler
J. O. Win
Senachwille
Achwihe Creek
Mainiditehayer WM
Wheeler
Henry Kevenee Interurban Survey Under Way
Surveyors work along the Kewanee Henry interurban right of way in a ten day effort to pick the most feasible route that serves the greatest number of people with economy and good returns. The project gains local support as engineers push toward possibly constructing a line benefiting farmers and residents in the northwest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kewanee-Henry Interurban
Lampran
Pacs
Kewanee- Henry
Surprise Birthday Party At Parsonage For Pastor
Church officers invited Mrs. Martin to the parsonage last Thursday evening to stage a surprise birthday for the Presbyterian pastor. The pastor returned from prayer service to a party of friends, and his wife was also surprise honored with a purse and a gift from an elder. The gathering celebrated his leadership and the joys of life, with guests departing as time allowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Martin
Dominie
A Tribute to Mrs Chester Bidwell in New Church Messenger
Rev Landenberger extols Mrs Chester Bidwell who died July 4 daughter of Captain James Taber and Anna Hathaway Taber. She and Chester Bidwell hosted ministers, supported the New Church in Henry and Kansas. remembered for hospitality, family ties, and community service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Bidwell
L. G. Landenberger
New Church Messenger
Chicago
Bidwell
James Taber
Anna Hethaway Taber
Grandma Taber
New Church
Taber Cottage
Shell
Playground apparatus proves useful at Cambridge school grounds
In Cambridge a newly installed playground area on school grounds draws quiet support as swings, a slide, letter boards, nets, and play space foster exercise and health. Boys and girls use the equipment freely, countering opposition by demonstrating its value for children's recreation and well being.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Thétchilas
New Homes Rise In Henry City Along North Edward Street
Henry City reports a busy building year with numerous new residences and repaired houses. Notable arrivals include Walter Duke on North Edward, attorney Henry Jacobs at Edward and Sidmund, and Edward Sterrett at West and Second. Several other properties on Market, West Third, North Main, and nearby streets progress toward occupancy. Local builders H and E F Hunter relocate offices as work continues on a city hospital remodel, a Cadillac office and garage, and various homes nearing completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry City
Walter Duke
West
Second Streets
Floyd Monier
North Main Street
H W Adams
Edmund Street
St. Joseph’s Church
Evan Sleater
North Street
Burton Sleater
Walter Harrison
Richard
Main Streets
Messrs
H & E F Hunter
Yrd
Third
Levi Durflinger
Casper Hoffman
Philip Stemle
Swem
Marketsree
Onen
J S. Townsend
J Howard Williams
Hiram Wright
Charles Heininger
North Edward Street
Mothers' Meeting Sees Patriotic Program And Attendance Rise
Mothers gathered Tuesday October 12 at Mrs F W Potter home for a meeting led by superintendent Mrs George Helper. The program featured prayer, poems, a discussion on Mothers Congress funds, songs by Una Haws, and readings on The Victoria as an Educator. Two new members added, ice cream and snacks provided, November venue undecided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W Potter
George Helper
Charlotte Sparling
Congress
Clifford Haws
Allen Guillabrand
Una Haws
Janet
Elmer Rollins
Lindgren
Unn Haws
Woodpecker Taunts Hunters Then Wins River Hunt Tale
Local river hunters faced luck and a splash as a woodpecker on a high limb allegedly mocked them. A recoiling gun knocked one hunter into the water while the bird appeared to wink. The men recovered gear and headed home, the tale ending with the woodpecker crowing. Church notes list St. Johns and St. Joseph services and guild meetings with details of mass times and organizers.
Decatur High School Notes Mixed with Whimsical Moments
A compact School Notes item highlights class activities at Decatur High. Teachers appreciated Mr. Steele's meal support, seniors hosted a lively gathering, and students engaged in science experiments, fire drills, and home economics lessons. The report notes new library resources, algebra studies, and handmade garment trimming with lace.
Forty Hours' Devotion at St Marys Church Opens
Next Sunday the 17th St Marys Church begins its Forty Hours' Devotion, continuing Sunday Monday and Tuesday the 17th 18th 19th with sermons confessions communion and processions led by Rev Gensler and visiting priests. Public invited and all welcome to each service. Also details on M E Church programs and Rally Day notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Church
Western Catholic Union
Sacred Heart Society
Young Men's Union
Rosary Society
Guild
Young Ladies’ Sodality
Fr Gensler
Gensler
Rally Day at Presbyterian Church Services Next Sabbath
The Presbyterian Church announces Oct 17 Sabbath services with Sabbath School at 9:45 led by A. B. Smith, Rally Day events, Christian Endeavor at 6:30, and evening worship. Friday evening lecture and Rev. L. G. Landenberger sermon follow furnace repairs. attendance urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Smith
Rea W. Martin
Pasie
Personal notes and locals from area outlets
John Mead moves his family to the late Mrs. Priscila Moser residence on Edward street. Mrs. Wleanor Ellis visits relatives west of Putnam. Harry Adams of Castleton plans an annual hog sale on his farm Thursday Oct 21. Dr. J. W. Thomas reports ships of horses and mules to Europe totaling over 350,000 in the year ending Sept 30. Mrs. Alice Ketchum visits Henry, with family at Bay View, Mich. The Fagot Fire social by M. B. Sunday school moved to the church yard for an evening of fun. Charlie Chaplin reels featured at the Opera House Friday Oct 22. Cadillac headquarters in Lucas rooms with Haws as manager and staff. First winter Chautauqua program Castle Square Entertainers at Opera House Oct 19. Mayhew & Deisher store burglarized. $150 goods stolen. $250 reward offered. W. H. Remington of Morris involved in rural route work. accident near the new bridge over Sandy. Car skids, front axle broken, Remington uninjured. repairs underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steele
Rebecca McAllister
Packarast Street
Decatur
Longman, Green & Co
Luella Wright
Whitefield
Margaret Jones
Jed
Bauter
Vail
Magella
Lester
Knight
Stickel
Edeonta
Cinishell
M. E. Church
Wm. Wheeler
Epworth League
L. M Bell
M. E
Minerva McKenzie
Mary Stevens
Ruth Mercer
Ethel Seelye
America
Vesta Belle Weaver
Edna Hillabrand
Elizabeth Bell
Ivan Helper
Eva Harrison
Mrs. Johnson
Clara Brown
Maynard Bell
Walter Helper
Arleene Hunter
Velma Rowe
J. E. Mercer
John Mead
Priscila Moser
Edward Street
E. C. Caverly
Toulon
Wleanor Ellis
Charles Wheeler
Putnam
Wood
Magnolia
Harry Adams
Castleton
Henry
Poland
China
J. W. Thomas
Ain
Europe
Alice Ketchum
Fisher
Bay View
Mich
M. B
Cadillac
C. M Lucas
Clifford Haws
Abby Boyle
Srl Ransom Mechanician
Castle Square
Opera
Mayhew & Deisher
Bradford
Board of Supervisors
W. H. Remington
Morris
Penn Township
Stark County
Ed Remington
Sandy
Reuiteten
San Sa
Dee
Remington
Opawell
Lawiship
Marshall Ty
Tatoe Rettton
Matthew Appel
Ares
Nis Ford
Frank
Lostant
Tha Roano
Hopewell
Towtighin
poGgr
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elen Hartley
James Iley
Fr Brennan
Joseph’s Church
St.ock's Cemetery
Henry-Kevanee Interurban
Mothers' Meeting
St. John’s Church
Woman’s Guild
E. W . Haist
Gherge
St. Joseph's Church
Preverennin
Siete Lecmomiag
Presbyterian Churchli
New Jerusalem
Charlie Chaplin
Mr. O'Neil
Charlies
Opera House
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