Christmas Observances In School And Church
Christmas observances across public and parochial schools and several churches filled the holiday season. Pupils performed songs and speeches, Santa distributed treats, and teachers received tokens while各ders prepared cantatas and programs under clergy and Sunday school directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuntemann
Springfield
Presbyterian Church
Gram
Olive Jones
Santa Claus
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
C.E. Kellermann
St. Paul’s School
Martin Daib
German Evangelical Church
Wm. Martin
Baptist Sunday School
Presbyterian Sunday Sunday School
Death of Martha Morriss, Former Resident, at Springfield Mo
Mrs. Martha Morriss widow of Eusebius Morriss died at her Springfield Missouri home on Wednesday at age 76 years 6 months. Born and raised in this township she lived here for many years. Remains brought here for burial and taken to in-law Wm Geers residence near Mona. Funeral held this morning at 10 from Wim Geeta rest house. Services by Rev. A Vandaveer of the Mc church of this city. interment in Troy. Obituary to appear in next issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Morriss
Eusebius Morriss
Springfield
Morriss
Wm. Geers
Mona
Wim. Geeta
A. Vandaveer
Troyite
Death of Former Resident Reported in Local News
Local paragraphs cover a former resident's death and notes on church and school topics. Brief items mention community events, donations, and building updates. References to society columns, local notices, and short briefs summarize recent happenings without graphic detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ipletans
Sorf
Bootalava
Dhames Bell Gore
Tlinois
Arcesthd
Serious Cutting Affray Ends With Knife Wounds
Christmas evening altercation between John F. Salter and Divy Fries left Fries with knife wounds to the thigh. Salter claimed self defense and was arrested then released pending trial. The incident began in a saloon. Fries received medical care from Dr. F. W. Braner. A World’s Fair information bureau note followed, with travel and lodging details for St. Louis 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Salter
Divy Fries
Solter
Fries
F. W.braner
Bolter
Marital Union in St Louis Brings Troy Couple Home
Miss Laura Osland and Mr Samuel Taylor married in St Louis on Thursday after a week of secrecy. Taylor came from Vandalia Mo to work in local mines and will reside in Troy with his bride. Numerous local friends and relatives are noted visiting and sharing holiday greetings as the couple prepares to settle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Osland
Samuel Taylor
St. Louis
Vandalia
Taylor
Charles Osland
Troy
Herman Martin
Henry Sauer
Wm. Marten
Carrie Kimberlin
Misa Katie Kavenaugh
Collinsville
Olive Jones
Jacksonville
Fred Cressey
Misa Myrtle Gayman
Champaign
Katherine Becker
Willie
A. M. Loop
I. W. Rawson
Loop
Ella Anshutz
Eunice Powell
Lindenwood College
St. Charles
M. W. Powell
Jed W. Stienhans
Edwin
Augusta
George Stienhans
Fred Langenberg
J. H. Stienhans
Wm. D. Evans
Tus Call
Key West
Fla
Will
Medical Department
U.S. Army
Post
Key West Barracks
Greenville
Sun
E. E. Merdock
F. B. Linder
Woburn
Edwardsville
Kokomo
Ind
Dispatch
Infant Son of Gore Dies After Short Illness
Thomas Bell Gore, infant son of Mr and Mrs Truman K Gore of Carlinville, died at home in Troy after a week long illness of lung fever and heart affection. Born August 26, 1902, he was 1 year 3 months 26 days old. Funeral held at 2:30 PM Wednesday from East Street residence with burial in Carlinville City Cemetery. Troy friends extend sympathy to the Gore family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Bell Gore
Truman K. Gore
Carlinville
Troy
Carlinville Daily Enquirer
David Gore
East Street
Church and Society Notes and Local Notices
The Merry Worker's Society meets at Mrs A F Seligman next Wednesday at 2 PM. Rev Sefton to preach at Presbyterian tomorrow. Epworth League elects N L Goalby president and eight officers for six months. Presbyterian ladies report net proceeds from a recent fair of 120 dollars, aiming to clear 100 to liquidate the parsonage incumbrance. Also health ads and local notices on Dr King's New Discovery and Chamberlain's medicines, Bucklen's Arnica Salve, and constipation advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merry Worker's Society
A. F. Seligman
Sefton
Presbyterian Church
Epworth League Society
N. L. Goalby
Caroline Neuenschwander
Ruby Ackerman
Tillie Hawks
Susie E. Hollis
Bessie G. Davy
Lucretia Boston
Susie Hollis
New Presbyterian
Local notes and ads from 1904 practice issue
Neway notes and group hoiled reading practice from 1904 list events. Births include Hayes Pierpont’s son and Mr and Mrs John Schlichting’s newborn. Saloons, shops, and social events are noted along with theater ads and medical recommendations. Public notices mention court officers and advertising letters from Strauss Brothers to the Troy Call.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hrestmas
Springfield, Mo
Louie
Social and
Emily Stahl
Moro
Fred Daluege, Jr
Wm. Kleist
Henry Stienhans, Jr
St.Louis
Richard Walker
Rivertown
S. E. McKittrick
Harry
Rockwood
Uys
Parenta
S. Kingston
Chicago
Heraid
Bio
T. K. Gore
Church and Society
Menta
News of Regions
Dr. King
T. R. Beall
Beall
Pr. King
Chamberlain
J. H. Seitz
Detroit
Mich
Bucklen
Kingston
Neway
Hayes Pierpont
Bollman Mercantile Co
Salice
Optician
Baird House
Golden Rod
Rieder’s’ Opera House
John Schlichting
Tesday
Charles Schultze
Market
Hickory Streets
J. W. Garnet
James Tarro
Highland Brewing Co
Clay Street
Edwardsville Road
Tarro
Troy District
Jennie M. Marney
Mary E. Conroy
Mary Davis
Sentinel
Mannie Z. Eckert
F.W. Braner
C. S. Smith
F. J. Barnsback
James E. Marsey
Strauss Brothers
America
TRE Call
WrEck.y Calll
Strauss Bros
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