Young Lady Lois Brown Dies After Long Illness
Lois Irene Brown died Sunday evening at 6 30 after a three year decline in health. A 22 year old graduate of Oxford College for Women she was active in The Imperial Trio and known for her executive ability. Funeral services were held at South Vine Street with Rev W L Hedges presiding and many friends attending. She leaves parents Mr and Mrs Hubert Brown and sister Margaret.
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Lois Irene Brown
Lois
Capaililies
South Vine Street
Broo
W. Li. Hedges
Orla Jordan
Carolyne Johnson
Edwin Melkinney
Charles Caliert
Helen Baldock
Orrel Negus
Nona Calbert
Mabie Ellis
Ruth Hatton
Mary Hagee
Oxford College For Women
Imperial Trio
Lois Brown
Helen Calbert
In Memory of Lois Brown a pupil with steadfast faith
A memorial tribute notes Lois Brown born April 18 1809 and a Plainfield High School graduate of 1918. It honors her unswerving faith and character as it recalls her expected future and the sorrow of her early passing.
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Edgar Guest
Tennyson
Lois Brown
Weil
Plainfield High School
Rain Storm Deluges Plainfield Tuesday
A heavy rainstorm struck Plainfield Tuesday afternoon and another heavy rain that night. About an inch of rain fell, winds were strong, lightning frequent, and some stock felt a sting while minor property damage occurred. Electric wires failed on many lines and streets flooded, including intersections at Church and Mein, with canal overflow reaching nearby yards.
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Plainfield
Church
Mein
A Grand Picnic by G. A. R. Members
More than fifty G. A. R. members and families attended a Friday evening picnic at the M. E. church. A bountiful supper followed by a program featured prayers, music, readings, a talk on The Flag, and a patriotic poem reflecting Civil War themes.
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M. E
John Tucker
Charles Calbert
H. R. Carter
Nona Calbert
Fred Calbert
W. H. Hedges
Quakerism Day Draws Hendricks County Friends to Danville
Quakerism Day at Friends Church in Danville last Sunday drew many Hendricks County Friends and guests. Albert J. Brown of Indianapolis delivered the principal address. Attendees included Dixon, the Matterns, Hobbs, Anderson, Moon, Carter, Ashton, and several others with a church picnic attracting several hundred.
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Friends Church
Danville
Hendricks County
Albert J. Brown
Indianapolis
QO. FE. Dixon
Dr. Thomas
Albert Ashton
Caleb Carter
B. W. Anderson
W. S. Moon
C. M. Hobbs
Geraldine, Calbert
Dana Mattern
Leota Mattern
Hobbs
St Johns Day Scottish Rite Celebration At Murat Temple
Local Master Masons plan attendance at the St John Day event at Murat Temple Indianapolis. A detailed program is set for the occasion with a 2 PM gathering and a Master Masons degree event to follow next Tuesday.
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Murat Temple
Indianapolis
Church Announcements For Sunday Services And Talks
Friends gather for Sunday School at 9 30 and worship at 10 30 with sermons on The Gate of Life and The Power of Christ. Guest night led by Jacob Griffin and Rayner Kelsey speaks at 3 00. Evening themes include Ruth s Resolve and How to Find Jesus. Children s Day program at 9 30. Midweek prayer and praise on Wednesday at 7 50. Don t let the summer slump affect church attendance.
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Friends School
Lena Watson
Christian Endeavor
Jacob Griffin
Rayner Kelsey
Haverford College
Mr. Kelsey
A. P. Barlow
of Christ
Jesus
Forrest Caldwell
Wheat Cutting Starts in County This Week
Wheat cutting began in this community Monday with general activity across the southern half of the state last week. The crop is expected to be good through this section, though damaged by Hessian fly and red rust. Heavy rain Tuesday afternoon ruined much of the cut wheat and harmed oats and corn. early potatoes are being marketed. Farm labor supply reportedly exceeds demand.
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State Agriculture Statistician
Certi Gate of Title Delays Prompt Action
Auto owners slow to file for certificates of title face penalties after a ninety day grace period. Complete questionnaires with correct motor numbers and serials. seek dealer help for accurate information. Notaries witness but cannot verify all details. the owner bears responsibility for answers.
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Secretary of State
Ruth Longmire Granted Divorce In Local Court
Ruth Longmire was granted a divorce from Roy Longmire by Judge Dougan last Saturday. The court awarded custody of the older child to George and Ruth Longmire, and custody of the younger child to Isaac and Ruth DeNMoss.
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Ruth Longmire
Roy Longmire
Dougan
George Longmire
Isaac Denmoss
Sunday Evening Union Services Schedule
Plainfield churches announce a series of union services from July 3 to Aug 28 at Disciples Methodist Episcopal Baptist Friends Chautauqua and Western Indiana Yearly Meeting. Music is encouraged with a music committee from each church guiding participation.
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Disciples Church
Methodist Episcopal Church
Baptist Church
Friends Church
Chautauqua
Western Indiana Yearly Meeting
Plainfield
Danville Team Tops Visitors at Town Park
Danville locals defeated visiting team 15 to 2 at Town Park. Twelve runs came in one inning fueled by two three base hits by Hanna and a home run by H Winsted. Rematch set for next Sunday at Van Camp park in county seat showdown.
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Danville
Hanna
H. Winsted
van Camp Park
Vaughn & Son Win School Additions Contract
Vaughn & Son awarded a contract for plumbing, heating and ventilation work on an addition to No. 14 school house in Wayne township Marion county near Mickleyville. Contract value is 10 500 dollars.
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Vaughn & Son
Wayne Township
Marion County
Mickleyville
Card of Thanks for Husband’s Kind Consideration
The note thanks neighbors and friends for kindness and help during the husband’s last illness. Special mention goes to Mr. Holderman for untiring efforts. Signed Muattie Little.
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Mr. Holderman
Muattie Little
Wapeekeewa Club elects officers for July installations
The Wapeekeewa Club held its semi annual election last Thursday night. Elected officers to be installed July 7 include President Harry O Spear Vice President James Stephens Secretary Guy Krebs Treasurer Harry Inman and Director Earl Almond. The club show It pays to advertise progresses under coach Edith Barker.
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Wapeekeewa Club
Harry O. Spear
James Stephens
Guy Krebs
Harry Inman
Earl Almond
Edith Barker
Methodist July 26 Program Notes and Attendance
The Children's Day service drew a good crowd and offered an excellent program with strong offerings. Many of the same folk are urged to attend next Sunday’s regular service following the special program.
Townsend-Hickey Couple Wed in Martinsville Ceremony
Robert J. Townsend of this place and Miss Margarette H. Hickey of Indianapolis were married in Martinsville on Wednesday June 15 with Rev. Ray Montgomery officiating.
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Robert J. Townsend
Margarette H. Hickey
Indianapolis
Martinsville
Ray Montgomery
Time to Sell Roosters Prior to Summer Heat
Purdue poultrymen advise selling any farm roosters early in the summer to avoid spoilage of fertile eggs. If not sold, keep roosters penned to protect a flock during hot months and ensure eggs do not spoil in the heat.
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Purdue Poultrymen
Plainfield Health Officer Orders Weeds Mowed Citywide
The Board of Health requires all property owners in Plainfield to mow or cut weeds at once. Health Officer Ww. A. Rushton issues the notice urging civic pride and compliance.
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Board of Health
Town of
Plainfield
Uncle John’s Poem on the Power of a Smile
The poem extols the magic of a smile as a cure for pain and fear. It notes how smiles disarm suspicion comfort and reassure, with examples of a baby smiling at a kitten and a smile calming anger. The speaker argues the irresistible melt of a smiling face is worth pursuing despite mockery from some.
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Sears
Plainfield Eastern Star Plans 8 PM Thursday Meeting
Regular meeting of Plainfield Chapter Order of the Eastern Star scheduled for Thursday at 8 o clock tonight. Members are reminded to attend.
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Plainfield
Order of the Eastern ‘Star
Indiana Sunday School Convention in Lafayette Draws Notable Attendance
The Indiana Sunday School Association held its annual state convention in Lafayette June 14 to 16. The event featured welcome addresses by city and Purdue University representatives, a keynote by A M Locker, regional reports, a sightseeing tour, and county honors with Hendricks county receiving a silver star banner. Evansville was chosen as next year’s meeting site with delegates reporting an enjoyable stay and strong hospitality.
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Indiana Sunday School Association
Lafayette
United States
Indiana
Laffayette
Purdue University
John N. Feasey
H. Tralle
H. Augustine Smith
Association
Falafayette
Hendricks County
A. M. Locker
Chicago
International Sunday School Association
T. Albertson
Winona
Evansville
J. M. Griffin
Guiford
Death Claims Former Plainfield Resident
James Howland aged 64 died at the Howland homestead in Indianapolis last Friday night from nephritic and ureamic poisoning. A former Plainfield resident, he married Maude Jones of this place. Funeral services were held at his home and burial followed at Maple Hill cemetery. the local KK of Plodge led the graveside ceremony. He is survived by his widow and a brother.
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James Howland
Howland
Indianapolis
Osborn Loses Suit Over Goshen Mayor Estate
Berna B. Osborn of Bridgeport once linked to a house fire and a Bridgeport man faces a suit to claim the $60,000 estate of Alfred Lowry, late Goshen mayor. The court found her claim of kinship fraudulent and dismissed the case. the estate will pass to the State of Indiana.
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Berna B. Osborn
Bridgeport
Alfred Lowry
Goshen
Lowry
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