James Town Post Office Notice
Entered at the post office at James town Indiana its second class matter.
30 Jun 1899
Page 1
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Newspaper
New Ross Mail
Location
New Ross, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1899
Page
1
Entered at the post office at James town Indiana its second class matter.
An 1899 newspaper page advertises wide 25 percent reductions at the New York Store including wool hats dress goods and shoes while other local shops offer bargains on suits wares and groceries. The text also notes community notices about church events excursions and local happenings.
John Whitewan sold his wheat to Bert Sandlin as preparations begin on the Sullivan residence. Children’s day out at the Christian church follows with plans for the second Sunday observance.
Several residents attended events in Danville Illinois last Saturday. Miss Bessie Brownley returned from Virginia last week. Henry Thompson and wife from Indianapolis visited relatives here. A children's meeting at the M E church last Sunday night was well attended. Wilmer Holman of Indianapolis visited home folks last weekend. Eddie Leak visited a friend in Boone County last Saturday night. Misses Inez Pace and Lula Bell of Danville are visiting friends and relatives here.
The writer argues Jamestown, with 700 residents and developed streets, needs a fire protection system. Citing Alamo Montgomery County as a model, it describes a hand hook and ladder Warren, two chemical extinguishers, and a volunteer company that reaches a fire within 15 minutes, with recent fires averted and citizens feeling secure.
At 7 30 p m Sunday June 25 at the bride's parents home in Lebanon the marriage of Elmer Ross and Mary E Dale was performed by Rev Martin Old Union church. The groom is Andrew and Mrs Ross's son near Jamestown and the bride is the youngest daughter of George and Mrs Dale. Groomsman Carl Gossett and brides maid Mary Feather attended with simple formal dress. The couple and guests extend best wishes for a long, happy life together.
A loan renewal proposal outlines a ten year term with repayment of any amount at any time. Interest can be paid in any chosen month of the year. No charges for examination of title or recording mortgage. Interest payable at the bank in Jamestown.
A brief fragment notes the firms Piersol and Roberts of Jamestown Indiana referencing sending something without expense or trouble to a distant point. The line emphasizes practicality and efficiency in communication or delivery.
Ashby Post G A RB and W B C of Pittsboro plan a grand camp fire and ice cream supper on July 4 with talks led by Capt W B Wilson on the Battle of Gettysburg. Speakers, declamations and songs follow admission 10c for the camp fire and ice cream. Everyone invited. Insurers recommended for dependable coverage. Whitestown to host a late July horse show.
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