China Wedding Anniversary Recalls Gates Bennetts
The 20th anniversary of A C Gates and Jennie Bennett was celebrated at their South Spring street home. About eighty guests attended a formal evening with music from Conservatoire Mandolin Club, a grand supper, and a renewal of marriage vows officiated by ex Mayor Lufkin. Mrs Cheney read an original poem and gifts included a decorated china dinner set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Al.c. Gates
Jennie Bennett
E. L. Williams
Presbyterian Church
State University
Jennie
Hazel Dell Academy
Mrs. Gates
South Spring Street
Conservatoire Mandolin Club
Imogene Westbrook
Dot Snow
Earl Gates
Mabel King
Myrtle Harrah
Beulah Lain
Dora Thomas
Daisy Robison
Nuptials Tie Mae Edge to Wm Cox in Newton Home
The Edge residence in Newton hosted a pretty Wednesday evening wedding as Miss Mae Edge wed Mr. Wm E Cox with Rev C V Cowan officiating at six o'clock. Relatives and friends attended a rich feast and merry post ceremony celebration. Mae, longtime Newton teacher, marries a young farmer from near Bloomfield, Davis county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Edge
Mae Edge
Wm. E. Cox
C. V. Cowan
M. KK
Mae
Newton
Cox
Bloomfield
Davis County
Emmert Drew Wedding at Drew Farm
About seventy five relatives gathered at A. E. and Mrs Drew's farm two miles southeast of town to witness the marriage of Miss Lelia M Drew and Mr Andrew Emmert of Killduff. The ceremony was by Rev C V Cowan at eight. A bountiful supper followed and wedding gifts were numerous.
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A. E. Drew
Lelia M. Drew
Andrew Emmert
Killduff
C. V. Cowan
Twain
Lelia
Emmett
Pleasant Surprise Honors Libbie Jones at Martin Home
More than fifty neighbors acted as surprise guests at the College Addition home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Martin. The gathering began at the Caldwells’ residence and marched to the party site, ending with a supper brought by friends. Libbie Jones was honored as a longtime Martin family member. Guests departed with a silver cake basket for Miss Jones and a set of gold cuff buttons for Mr. Martin.
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Robert Martin
Milt Caldwell
Libbie Jones
Martin
Miss Jones
Mr. Martin
Newton Traveling Men Meet For Home Settlement Plan
A meeting at E J Salmon's office drew Newton business leaders to discuss persuading traveling men of the state to settle in Newton. Ideas included forming a building and loan association to buy lots and construct homes to sell on easy installments. Temporary officers were John C Thompson president and Dick Baum secretary. next meeting set for Friday December 31 at the city hall to form a permanent organization.
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Newton
E. J. Salmon
John C. Thompson
Dick Baum
Newton Tp S S Association CTH Annual Convention
Newton Township S S Association held its sixth annual convention in Newton on December 5, 1897. Afternoon sessions at A M E Church and Disciple Church featured lessons, talks on community impact, and a reading for children. Evening program included songs, a seven-piece orchestra, and talks on securing efficient teachers and character building. Resolutions mourned S H Patterson and noted Jasper County work. officers elected: President F T Patterson, Vice President Fannie Carns, Secretary Retta Miller, Treasurer Ed Finch.
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Newton Township
Newton
Disciple
F. T. Patterson
C. P. Axtell
C. K. Burnell
U. S
Wm. Hill
T. W. Lewis
A. P. Wing
County S. 8. Association
Maggie Harp
J. D. Simon
Pres. Beardshear
Ames
H. Patterson
S. H. Patterson
Jasper County
Iowa
United States
Fannie Carns
Retta Miller
Ed Finch
E T Band Concert Draws Large Audience At Opera House
The E T band gave a Wednesday evening program at the opera house that drew a large and enthusiastic crowd. The ensemble, regarded as one of the state’s best, delivered a varied lineup including marches, overtures, waltzes, and choruses, with notable pieces by Tancrede Rossini and Harlech among others. The concert solidified the band’s reputation for pleasing entertainment this season.
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E. T
Opera House
Post Election P 2 Postponed by Snow Storm
On account of the snow storm last Friday night only a few Garrett Post members could attend. The election of officers is postponed to Friday evening December 15. It is urged that all members be present to elect officers for the post’s prosperity next year. A delegation of Masonic brothers goes to Mitchillville tonight to assist in conferring the 3d degree.
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Garrett Post
Mitchillville
Annual Lodge Officers Elected In Several Rites
At local lodge meetings officers for the coming year were elected across multiple groups. Oriental Commandery No 22 chose Frank Morgan as Eminent Commander with a slate led by Meredith Lambert and E E Lambert. Central Lodge No 73 named A K Show as Grand Knight and Samuel Lister as Vice Grand, among others. Newton Lodge No 59 re-elected W M O N Wagley and other officers. Delta Lodge No 53 K of P elected Harry Poorman as C C and James W Hunter as K of R & S. Margaret Rebekah Lodge 237 elected Mrs C A Lambert as Noble Grand and Mrs W O Foster as Vice Grand. Garrett W.C. elected officers including Mrs Lucy Winslow as President. Delegates to Department Convention named Miss Jessie Besack and Miss Nellie Pangborn.
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Oriental Commandery No. 22
E. T
Frank Morgan
O. UC
R. C. Lain
J. P. Ramer
Tyler
Will Clark
Central Lodge
N. G
A. K. Show
V. G
Samuel Lister
W. H. Lister
Treas
A. Long
Newton Lodge
A. F
A. M
W. M
O. N. Wagley
L. D. Baum
J. W
F. D. Winn
C. Greibeling
A. F. Brown
Delta Lodge
C. C
Harry Poorman
V. C
Clarence Snow
MD. Gant
Charles Greenlief
Will Harvey
F. Harvey
James W. Hunter
I. G
John Conn
O. G
Geo. Eastman
J. R. Gorrell
J. W. McLaughlin
David McAllister
Margaret Rebekah Lodge
Noble Girand
C. A. Lambert
W. O. Foster
Nettie Ferguson
Lou McEwen
Garrett W. R.C
Lucy Winslow
Belle Rinehart
Mary Kennedy
Harriet Burns
Rebecca Baker
O. W. Treman
Jessie Besack
Nellie Pangborn
Belle Rodgers
Frank Rinehart
Delta Lodge Knights Help Newburg Lodge Confers Degrees
A jolly group from Delta Lodge K of P visited Newburg on Monday to aid in conferring degrees on six candidates. The visitors included Harry Poorman, Harry Agnew, Ed Gant, John and Ed Harvey, Dave McAllister, John O’Leary, Clarence Snow and Jas. After work, meals followed at the Tilton House with a 10 pm banquet, 12:30 am oyster supper, and a 3 am hot breakfast. Mrs Tilton’s cream pie drew special praise as a highlight of the hospitable visit.
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Delta Lodge K. of P
Newburg
Newburg Lodge
Harry Poorman
Harry Agnew
Ed Gant
John
Ed Harvey
Dave McAllister
John O'Leary
Clarence Snow
Jas. W. Hunter
Tilton House
House to House Visitation in Jasper County
In sully and Jasper county, Rev James Kirkwood of the M P church and helpers T J Conover James Patterson James G Sage and A L Forsyth with the county missionary visited about thirty families. A blind widow mending her husband coat greeted them as they spoke of mansions to come. The visitation yields inspiring thoughts and cheer, touching lives for Jesus Christ. The VIsTor.
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Sully
Jasper County
James Kirkwood
M. P
T. J. Conover
James Patterson
James G. Sage
A. L. Forsyth
Jesus Christ
Jasper District Court Proceedings and Foregone Farewell
The Jasper District Court convened under Judge Dewey and adjourned to Monday after a busy session. Demurrers in State v Earl Newell and in Emery case were argued and overruled. injunction City of Newton v Jasper County made permanent. Ruth Powell departs for England, farewell scenes at the depot and in the Recorm office where she has worked for two years.
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District Court
Dewey
Mart. Neal
Mart
Penn Boys
George
John
Emery
Winslow
Wilson
KK. J. Salmon
State
Earl Newell
City of
Newton
Jasper County
Samuel Somerlett
Kate Somerlett
Merrie England
Ruth Powell
Old England
New York City
Teutonic
Llangenney
Creekhowell
Brecone
Recorn
Jasper County Tax Sale Totals Lead With Small Sale
Treasurer Howard and assistants conducted the annual tax sale Monday. Over 40 property descriptions were advertised but only about 200 were sold, the smallest sale in years. Total realized was 61922, reflecting a shift in local prosperity amid lingering claims.
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Howard
Jasper County
McKinley
Moving to a New Home on McDonald Street
W. W. Morton sold his cottage on McDonald Street to Charlie Edge and moved with his wife to Nevada to live near their sons James and Billa who run businesses there. The couple, long residents of Newton for forty two years, leave with sadness after sharing decades of friendship and community ties.
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W. W. Morton
McDonald St
Charlie Edge
Nevada
James
Billa
Morton
Dick Richardson Injures Leg At Work
Dick Richardson, an employee at the feeder Works, suffered a serious accident last Tuesday forenoon when his foot turned and broke his right leg in two places near the ankle. Doctors Engle and Hunter set the bone and he was taken home, with the community expressing sympathy.
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Dick Richardson
Eeder
Killed by the Cars Near Melbourne
A young man named Chas H Claflin was killed by a passenger train while driving across the C G W Ry near Melbourne on Tuesday of last week. He resided with J C Crawford, about three miles south of Melbourne. He was thrown about sixty feet, remained unconscious until he died about an hour after the collision. One horse died instantly and the other was badly injured and shot to end its suffering.
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Chas
H. Claflin
Melbourne
J. C. Crawford
Claflin
Mrs Lehnhoff Visits Plattsmouth Mother in Poor Health
Mrs Fred Lehnhoff of Plattsmouth Nebraska arrived Monday night for a brief visit with her mother Mrs Jesse Miller who has been ill for two to three weeks.
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Fred Lehnhoff
Plattsmouth Neb
Jesse Miller
Evangelists Harris Conclude Three Week Church Meeting
Mr and Mrs Harris finished their farewell service at the M E Church after about three weeks of evangelistic work. The results were not as hoped but many professed conversion. Mrs Harris is a devout Methodist, while Mr Harris is a gifted singer aiding the meetings. Rev Cowan will continue preaching through Sunday or longer if needed.
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Mrs. Harris
M. E
Harris
Mr. Harris
Cowan
Newton Business Men's Association Meets at City Hall
The Newton Business Men's Association will hold its regular meeting at city hall this evening to transact business. A full attendance is hoped for.
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Newton Business Men's Association
Cowan Hosts Dinner Honoring Harris Evangelists
Rev and Mrs C V Cowan entertained many friends at dinner to honor Mr and Mrs Harris evangelists. Pink and white carnations and narcissus were used as decorations. The event offered a social chance to become better acquainted and reflected the Cowans’ gift for making guests feel welcome. James P Wilson of Des Moines was appointed foreman of the Taylor Newell Pants factory here beginning January 1. He is the son of John C Wilson and grew up in Newton before returning to Des Moines for work.
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C. V. Cowan
James P. Wilson
Des Moines
Taylor-Newell Pants
Jim
John C. Wilson
Newton
Weaver widow and child pension and back pay granted
Mrs Della V Weaver widow of Colfax postmistress receives an $8 monthly pension and $2 for her daughter until age sixteen, plus $695 back pay. Notes include Lyonville schools new principal W P Johnson, five at St Stephen's church, Shirley Mann praised for violin, a sleigh accident near town, and a coal famine causing Sunday borrowing tensions.
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Della V. Weaver
Colfax
Jacob F. Weaver
Fifthflown
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A.C. Gates
China
Andrew Emmett
Lelia Drew
Allie Gates
Rock Island
Allie
Grace
Glen
Mystic Vale
Larry Dale
Orward
Emmert-Drew
Newton TP. S.S. Association
CTH
Jesus
Part I
Rossini
Metz
Fruhlings
Kiesler Vocal Quartette
Kentucky
Lyon
Schalk
Kiesler
Hannusch
Fred Hough
Tobani Band
Cotton Blossoms
Hart Chorus
Men of
Harlech
THE
Jasper District Court
Indiemente
G.xe
Business Men's Association
W. P. Johnson
Lyonville
Ernest Meredith
Johnson
Mir Meredith
Bishop Perry
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
A. K. Wright
Kitten
James W. Davis
E. F. Warren
Madge Stevens
Shirley Mann
Shirley
Lee Westbrook
Jim Bowyer
Lee
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