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Newspaper

Sheridan News

Location

Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1923

Page

6

Obituary of Mrs. Jane Godby of Boone County

Jane Farwick Godby born March 16 1876 in Boone County died June 24 1923 at age 47. She married Oren Emmett Godby February 14 1893 and they had two daughters Carrie Hazel Eubanks and Elizabeth Bvglin. Survived by husband two daughters one granddaughter one uncle and many relatives and friends.

Jane Henry Elizabeth Farwick Boone County Oren Emmett Godby Carrie Hazel Eubanks Elizabeth Bvglin

Visit Notes From Reading and Indianapolis

Mary Elizabeth and Horton Aldred return from a five weeks visit with their father in Reading Pennsylvania. Mildred Sturdevant of Indianapolis makes a two weeks visit with her mother Mrs Will Sturdevant.

Mary Elizabeth Horton Aldred Reading Pennsylvna Mildred Sturdevant Indianapolis Will Sturdevant

Mullen Young Wedding Quietly Attended by Family

Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock Alice Young daughter of Dr and Mrs E M Young and L Doyle Mullen son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Mullen were quietly married at the Young home Rev F W Wolff officiated in the presence of immediate families and a few intimate friends Mendelssohn songs preceded the ceremony The couple will reside at 5445 Julian Avenue Indianapolis after July 1st

Alice Young E. M. Young L. Doyle Mullen Arthur Mullen F. W. Wolff J. W. Kirk Mendelssohn Mrs. Mullen Julian Avenue Indianapolis

Date Set for Sheridan Jersey Calf Club Picnic

The Sheridan Jersey Calf Club picnic is scheduled for Wednesday August 1 at Compton's Park. The event will feature several new entertainment additions this year.

Sheridan Jersey Compton’s Park

Former Sheridan Girl Weds The Nuns in Detroit

Lulu Edith Laughlin of Detroit formerly of Sheridan united in marriage Saturday June 23 to Earl Kentner of Detroit. Lulu daughter of Mrs. Mary Laughlin and a Sheridan High School graduate. Neighborhood reception noted by Dr. and Mrs. Teter and Rev. and Mrs. Curtis among others.

Sheridan Lulu Edith Laughlin Detroit Michigan Earl Kentner Lulu Mary Laughlin Kentner Sheridan High School

James Griffith Weds Bourbon Girl

James Griffith son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Griffith of near Sheridan and Miss Mary Beck of Bourbon Indiana wed at the bride's home. Both graduates of Indiana University. He is a physician and assistant to the Philadelphia city health officer. She is a former Bourbon high school principal. They will live in Philadelphia for now and plan to return to the Midwest after gaining experience.

J. E. Ramsey Ruth Imogene Teter Frederic Hiatt Dorothy McCampbell Helen Ramsey Foster Poe FE. S. Farmer Indianapolis Poe Mrs. Poe Purdue Alpha Ni Delta Sorority Kappa Delta Pi Ames Griffith Frank Griffith Sheridan Mary Beck Bourbon Indiana Indiana University Philadelphia Beck Bourbon High School Griffith

Shower for Mrs. Benjamin Dill Celebrated Bride

Mrs. Ivala Reagan hosted a porch party on East Second Street for Mrs. Benjamin Dill nee Reva Freeman. The pink and white theme featured pink ribbons roses and white linens with tiny golden wedding bells as keepsakes. Mrs. J. L. Reck assisted with refreshments of ice cream wafers and ice tea.

Ivala Reagan East Second Street Benjamin Dill Reva Freeman J. L. Reck

The Master Key and a June Bible School Message

A church evening service discusses master keys that open hearts and doors in a humorous note. The June Bible school reports record attendance and offerings, surpassing last June, inviting all to join Sunday study and worship.

Christian Church Christian Bible School

Girl Scouts Install New Officers in Sheridan Meeting

The Sheridan unit of the Girl Scouts met at Hilda Baker's home on Tuesday June 26 at 7 30 P M. New officers were elected for the coming year with Virginia Copeland as Patrol Leader Janice Norman as Treasurer and Hilda Baker as Secretary and Press Correspondent.

Girl Scouts of Sheridan Hilda Baker Virginia Copeland Janice Norman

Local families visit J. O. Parr home

Mrs Arvin Allen and children of Jeffersonville Mrs George Corner and son Robert of Indianapolis Mr and Mrs Bert Johns and Mrs Cordelia Johns of Colfax were entertained at the J O Parr home Monday Mrs B M Gumery was an afternoon caller.

Arvin Allen Jeffersonville George Corner Robert Indianapolis Bert Johns Cordelia Johns Colfax J. O. Parr B. M. Gumery

Local notes and births from Lebanon area

Mrs C J Stout visited daughter Mrs Lydia Nesbit in Detroit Michigan. Mr and Mrs J M Thistlethwaite dined at Horse Shoe lodge Thursday. Kiwanis Club Lebanon hosted a chicken supper for wives and families at the Lodge. Mr and Mrs Zenor Ploughe ob Kempton announce twins Rene and Gene born June 24 weighing 8 and 9 3 4 pounds.

C. J. Stout Lydia Nesbit Detroit Michigan J. M. Thistlethwaite Horse Shoe Lodge Kiwanas Club Lebanon Zenor Ploughe Kempton Rene Gene

Sheridan Boy Describes Cardial Sinking and Rescue

Raymond Kercheval, a Sheridan youth aboard the Cardinal, recounts the June 5 1923 sinking in Alaskan waters after striking rocks. He details the wreck, the loss of radio contact, a perilous night afloat, a rescue by the Discovery, salvaging stores, camp setup named Cardinals Rest, and the crew's cold, fearful wait before help arrived.

Raymond Kercheval Sheridan U.S. S Cuyamy Alaska Cardinal Alaskan Aire Cardinals

Sheridan Team to Play Here Sunday at Compton’s Park

The Sheridan baseball team hosts Kingans Colored Giants of Indianapolis next Sunday afternoon at Compton’s park for the second local game this season. A large crowd is expected as preparations begin. Meanwhile several grocery stores will be closed all day next Wednesday, July 4, including Burton’s, W J Pritsch, Ogle, W R Kercheval, and Chas E Chew. Daisy R Thistlethwaite visits were noted as Mr and Mrs Theo Richey dined with their daughter Sunday.

Sheridan Compton’s Park Kingan Colored Giants Indianapolis Theo Richey Daisy R. Thistlethwaite

O H Six Entreats Sheridan Friends At Dinner

O H Six and wife of Lyons Kansas entertained visiting friends with a Sunday noon dinner at the Thistlethwaite Hotel. Guests included a Detroit granddaughter and Mr. and Mrs. E J Mendenhall Mr and Mrs J G Antrim and Mr and Mrs D F Hutgens. Conversation recalled former days during a lengthy afternoon.

O. H. Six Lyons Kansas Thistlethwaite Detroit Michigan E. J. Mendenhall J. G. Antrim D. F. Hutg

Jeudi Social Club Hosts Guest Day at Mrs Deer Home

The Jeudi Social Club held a guest day meeting at Mrs. Guy Deer's home with all members except Miss Lora Weaver. Mrs. Ella Taxtor of Rosston presented two of her own readings, and a two course luncheon followed. Pink carnations served as club flowers.

Jeudi Guy Deer Lora Weaver Ella Taxtor Rosston

Terhune Woman Emmett Godby Dies in Lebanon Hospital

Mrs. Emmett Godby of Terhune died last Sunday morning at Williams hospital in Lebanon after an operation. Aged 47, she is survived by two daughters Hazel Eubanks and Evelyn Godby and one granddaughter Rosala Eubanks. Funeral held at Terhune home Tuesday afternoon with interment at Spencer cemetery.

Emmett Godby Terhune Willams Hospital Lebanon Aga Tesbend Hazel Eubanks Evelyn Godby Rosala Eubanks Spencer Cemetery

Willwerth Buys Four Vacant Lots on East Fourth Street

H. P. Willwerth purchases four vacant lots on East Fourth Street for £1,000 from WY Owen. He plans to build a residence facing Bailey Street to the west.

H. P. Willwerth H. P. Willkwerth East Fourth Street WY. Owen

Death Claims Mrs. Max Hosea in Indianapolis

Mrs. Max Hosea died Tuesday morning in Indianapolis after a serious operation. The Hoseas resided in Indianapolis. Mr. Hosea held a controlling interest in the Sheridan and Noblesville telephone companies.

Max Hosea Indianapolis Hosea’s Hosea Sheridan Noblesville

Mr and Mrs George Osborn Visit Friends Over Weekend

Mr and Mrs George Osborn spent last weekend at the home of friends, sharing time and hospitality in a quiet social gathering.

George Osborn

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