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Newspaper

Van Buren News Eagle

Location

Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1915

Page

3

Local News Notes From Marion Warren and Huntington

A Marion shopper visits on Thursday as Roy Harvey and family attend the Marion fair on Friday. Miss Bessie Shields attends the funeral of Dr. Lewis Bunkie in Warren on Tuesday. G M Primm of Lima, Ohio visits T. C. Pike Tuesday. Mrs G E Baske and son Henry visit the Motts this week in Kewaunee. Kilbur Dean and Chester Shields visit relatives, including Mr and Mrs Charles Noble. The Huntington business school is renowned and seeks term enrollments.

Bessie Shields Dr. Lewis Bunkie Warren Mr. Kilbur Dean Chester LeRoy Shields Charles Noble

Harris Family Enjoys Lake Webster Visit En Route

G F Harris and family of Robinson, Lil, traveled with John Wright and family to Lake Webster. Gorda Boller and family joined them for the trip to the lake.

G. F. Harris Robinson, Lil John Wright Lake Webster Gorda Boller

Dedicatorial Services at Landers Christian Church

Dedicatorial services will be held at the Landers Christian church on Sunday August 8 in charge of Rev. William Cunning han president of the Miami Reserve Christian Conference. Everybody cordially invited.

Landers Christian Church William Cunninghan Miami Reserve Christian Conference

Picnic by Mrs. DePoy Sunday School Class

Members of Mrs. DePoy's Sunday School class of the Methodist church held a picnic Friday at Matter Park in Marion. The day included various amusements and a delicious lunch for Lucile Stackhouse, Marie Tulley, Rebecca Studabaker, Deidra Pilkington, Abbie Doyle, Margaret and Edith DePoy, Harriet Makemson, Mary Drake, and Lena Muchmore.

Mrs. DePoy Methodist Church Matter Park Marion Lucile Stackhouse Marie Tulley Rebecca Studabaker Deidra Pilkington Abbie Doyle Margaret Edith DePoy Harriet Makemson Mary Drake Lena Muchmore

Death of Warren Dentist Dr Lawrence K Runkle at 37

Dr Lawrence K Runkle a Warren dentist died at Fort Wayne hospital at 5 am Sunday after an operation. Ill with throat tuberculosis, he had Mayo brothers treatment two years ago. A Warren resident for nearly 15 years he built a large practice. He was 37 and a Knights Pythias member.

Lawrence K. Runkle Warren Fort Wayne Hospital Mayo Brothers

Huntington news and social notes from a busy week

E P Miller and G B Riggs appeared on local business and Bluffton travel, while Mrs I A Grindle attended a Rushville teachers institute. Edna Covault returned to Warren after visiting Mrs Charles Jackson, and Walter Zimmerman and Indiana relatives attended Boneta Wilson's funeral. The fair continues at Warren with Van Buren visitors, and Huntington Business College advertises catalogues and job placement.

Edna Covault Warren Charles Jackson

Local families vacation at Lake Webster this week

Mr and Mrs Fred Drake and daughters Mary and Martha along with Mr and Mrs W J Gildersleeve are spending the week at Lake Webster.

Fred Drake Mary Martha W. J. Gildersleeve Lake Webster

Couple returns from Wienamas after daughter's death

Mr and Mrs S O Grindie return from Wienamas where they were summoned by the death of their daughter Mrs Ethel Fritz who was ill but nine days with fever.

S. O. Grindie Wienamas Ethel Fritz

Record Tailor Made Suit Sale Breaks in Van Buren

Last week saw a record sale of tailor made suits in Van Buren with special sales in two large stores. Many measurements were taken as prices were cut sharply, proving the slogan you can do better in Van Buren.

van Buren

Rural Schools to Open September 13 in Marion Townships

Township trustees in Marion choose Monday September 13 as opening date for full term of common schools. They plan fumigation oiling floors and improving premises. Picnic of trustees set for August 18 at Matter park. Local social notes include visits and family gatherings in Warren Fairmount and surrounding areas.

Marion Grant County Indianapolis Matter Park

Breedlove Family Ties Noted in Indianapolis Marion Visit

Glen Breedlove of Indianapolis along with Mrs. Frank Breedlove and Miss Ruby Breedlove of Marion were guests with Mr. and Mrs. Orvis Breedlove, highlighting a family gathering.

Glen Breedlove Indianapolis Frank Breedlove Ruby Breedlove Marion Orvis Breedlove

Death of Charles Hart Noted in Telegram to Scotts

Telegram received by Mr and Mrs H H Scott announced the death of Charles Hart in Marengo Ohio. He was the father of Miss Minnie Hart formerly of this city.

H. H. Scott Charles Hart Minnie Hart Marengo Ohio

Eastland Ship Image On Display In Local Show Window

A large picture of the Eastland, the capsized Chicago vessel with nearly a thousand lives lost, is shown in the show window. It belongs to Mr. E. N. Gillespie, who obtained it for the Inland Sailors club room several years ago.

Chicago E. N. Gillespie Inland Sailors Club

Grindle Family Entertained by Sun Family Group

Paul Grindle and family along with relatives from Chicago and Twelve Mile were entertained by Mr and Mrs B O Grindle and children including Oval Marie Jacob Harold and Louretha and by Mrs Sarah Jones in Sun.

Paul Grindle Marie Harold E. A. Grindle Gail Chicago Aubrey Grindle J. B. Grindle Kimlin Rosalee Dale Esther Beulah Twelve Mile Austin Grindle Robert Marion R. A. Grindle Dorothy O. Grindle Oval Jacob Louretha Sarah Jones

Needlecraft Club Enjoys Afternoon at Miss Ruppert’s

The Needlecraft club met Friday at Miss Edna Ruppert’s apartments for sewing and conversation. A delicious repast was served, and guests included Mesdames And Strange, J. E. Toney, Will Duckwall, Wilber Gildersleeve, Elsie Paxon, Ed Beeson, Will Lander, T. C. Pike, Lulu Beasley, Edna Drake, Lois Eshelman, Josephine Robinson, and Helen Bachelder.

Edna Ruppert Mesdames and Strange J. E. Toney Will Duckwall Wilber Gildersleeve Elsie Paxon Ed Beeson Will Lander T.C Pike Lulu Beasley Edna Drake Indianapolis Lois Eshelman Josephine Robinson Helen Bachelder Ohio

Indianapolis guest at K. K. K. picnic supper

Miss Edna Drake of Indianapolis was the honor guest at the K. K. K. picnic supper at Miss Cecil Palmer's home Friday evening. The trip was by automobile and a delicious picnic style supper was served. Present were Misses Maud Howard Helen Howard Gladys Kern Crystal Kern Florence Farr Nellie Hodson Cecil Balmer Edna Ruppert Martha Beck Ruth Thompson Lenore Toney Josephine Robinson Edna Drake.

Edna Drake Indianapolis Cecil Palmer Maud Helen Howard Gladys Crystal Kern Florence Farr Nellie Hodson Cecil Balmer Edna Ruppert Martha Beck Ruth Thompson Lenore Toney Josephine Robinson

For Sale Small Marion Farm with Improvements and Fruit

Classified notice offers a small farm on Wabash Pike one mile from Court House Marion Indiana. Property features black oil splendid improvements and plenty of fruit. Seller B B Downard 624 White's Avenue Marion Ind.

Wabash Pike Marion B. B. Downard White’s Avenue Marion, Ind

Old Jupiter Plavidus Conducts Concert Night

The Bailey band concert drew a large crowd despite cold weather. After four strong numbers the program was cut short, but Bailey promises another fine show next Wednesday at 7:30 with extra pieces to replace what was missed.

God of Rain Bailey Jupiter Plavidus Imperial Waitz Bower of Hoove Dover

New Officers Named for Aid Society of M BR Church

The Ladies' Aid Society of the M. BR. Church held a meeting at the parsonage with hostesses Mrs. Richard Pilkington and Mrs. J. O. Campbell. Members included Mesdames Stackhouse Howard Kratton Compton Hodson Duckawil Derbysuire Kilander Dimmit Williams and guests Mrs. Kern Lander Ducknall Harry Lander Irene Stack Bernice Campbell.

Ladies’ Aid Society of M. BR. Church Richard Pilkington J. O. Campbell Anna Stackhouse Howard F. A. Kratton I. E. Compton Lucy Hodson Mary Duckawil Lavnia Hodson J. E. Derbysuire M. E. Kilander Baler L. L

Van Buren township 1915 expenditures and tax levies proposed

The trustee of Van Buren township Grant county proposes the annual expenditures and tax levies for 1915. Township expenditures 1750 tax 9 cents per hundred dollars local tuition 6000 tax 30 cents special school tax 8400 tax 45 cents poor expenditures 800 tax 5 cents total expenditures 16950 total tax 89 cents per hundred dollars net taxable property 1965700 402 polls. Signed C R Witmer August 3 1915.

van Buren Township Grant County C. R Witmer

E. P. Miller of Warren Visits Van Buren on Business

E. P. Miller from Warren traveled to Van Buren for business today highlighting local commerce activity and cross town travel between regional cities.

E. P. Miller Warren van Buren

Wanted Enumeration Worker for Van Buren Area

Help wanted for enumeration work in Van Buren and nearby towns. Liberal salary applied on tuition. Send age qualifications and references to Marion Business College Marion Indiana 11.

van Buren Marion Business College Marion

Wealey Collett Maggart Visit Milo Hosts

Mr. and Mrs. Wealey Collett and children of Fairmount with Mr. and Mrs. S B E Maggart were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wright of Milo on Sunday evening.

Wealey Collett Fairmount S. BE. Maggart Frank Wright Milo

Laws Governing Subscriptions and Reader Obligations

The article summarizes court rulings on how subscribers are considered to renew, discontinue, or be responsible for paid newspapers. It covers duties when moving, failing to pick up at the post office, and notices required for advance payments. It also notes local social items about Mead Creath and Dr J M Toney visiting relatives.

United States Court

Notice to Correspondents from The News Eagle

The News Eagle urges correspondents to send communications early in the week preferably Monday evening. Late submissions by Wednesday night cause crowding in the office and often lead to omitted or delayed material.

News Eagle

McArthur Family Anniversary Reunion At Van Buren Grounds

On Sunday August 29 the McArthur family plans a reunion at the Van Buren fair grounds. All relatives and longtime friends are urged to attend this gathering and renew ties.

van Buren Fair Grounds McArthur

Ill baby and families at lake side in distress

Miss Edna Drake and Nellie Carey stay with Mr and Mrs Fred Drake at the lakes. The infant of Mr and Mrs Will Allen is critically ill with cholera infantum.

Edna Drake Nellie Carey Mrs Fred Drake the Lakes Will Allen

Pythian Sisters Lodge Initiates Two Members

Mrs. Von Pilkington and Mrs. Geo Lee were initiated into the Pythian Sisters lodge Monday night. Dr James Maurer and Miss Peters of Marion were Sunday evening callers of Dr and Mrs Derbyshire.

von Pilkington Geo. Lee Pythian Sisters Lodge James Maurer Miss Peters Marion Mrs. Derbyshire

Mrs. Lena McDougie Hosts Five Hundred Club Gathering

Mrs Lena McDougie entertained the Five Hundred Club of Marion at her home Thursday night. Mr and Mrs Charles Dimmit will arrive soon from Tulsa Oklahoma for a visit with Mr and Mrs Leslie Dimit.

Lena McDougie Five Hundred Club Marion Charles Dimmit Tulsa Okla Mrs Leslie Dimit

Marion Doctor Hosts Beebtel Family Visit

Dr. Charles O. Beebtel his wife and baby of Marion called on Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Derbyshire Tuesday evening.

Charles O. Beebtel Marion J. E. Derbyshire

Don L Wins 2:35 Trot at Warren Yesterday Afternoon

Don L driven by Lester Reeler won the 2:35 trot at Warren yesterday afternoon. The fastest time recorded was 2:202.

Don L Lester Reeler Warren

Sunflower on Display in Office Window This Week

A Kansas sunflower with a compact head of small flowers was left at this office this week and is currently on view in the window.

von Deane Kansas

Prof and Mrs Scott Return From Rushville Chautauqua

Prof and Mrs H H Scott return from Rushville where they attended the chautauqua and teachers institute. They report an extra fine program at both gatherings.

H. H. Scott Rushville Chautauqua and Teachers Institute

Choir to sing at Methodist Church service Sunday night

About sixty members of the singing class at Apotioch Church will attend the service at the Methodist Church Sunday night under the leadership of Prof. Baskette. It is expected to organize a class in the Methodist church.

Apotioch Methodist Church Baskette

Also Mentioned on This Page

the News- Eagle E. H. Depoy Don Bockmier Roy Harvey Marion Fair Earl Calvin G M Primm Lima, Oho T. C. Pike Huntington G. B. Riggs Bluffton I. A. Grindle Teachers Institute Walter Zimmerman Boneta Wilson H. O. Lanning Sweetser Frank Reebarger Charles Frazee Business College Ind Frank Deuel J. W. Deuel Nora Conwell W. F. Hickerson Ancil Witmer C R. Witmer J. G. Willey H. B. U.— Huntington BE. B. Jack Illinois Lander Pennsylvania Mimmick Logansport Hook Casper County Adam Boller Losure van Buren, Indiana Penn Beasley Alice Cora Storts Jonas Tharp R. Leeth Fort Wayne Lucetta Beekman Katherine Sanderman Fred Sanderman Dona Leverich Clay Schweikharat Melissa Welsh Oscar Tharp Sam Renick D. H. Johnson Mary Duckwall Route 30 W. ©. Smith J. Plav THE AID Society Marco Your Faille Palm Beach Capitola Deane Agency For Ladies Home Journal Patterns East Main Street van Buren, Ind Mead Creath Lawrenceburg, Ind J. M. Toney Kokmo
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