Near East Relief assures grain aid reaches needy regions
The Near East Relief Committee reports generous Indiana support and notes that grain sent for southern Russia Armenia and the Holy Lands is monitored by American relief workers from shipment to warehouse. Bolshevik and Turkish forces allegedly cooperate in transporting child feeding supplies and no diversion of aid is expected. Indiana's grain quota includes 200 car loads with Grant County at the same level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Near East Relief Committee
Indiana
Russia
Armenia
Holy Lands
C. V. Vickery
Near East
Pelicf
Tiflis
Batum
Vickrey
Alexandria
Grant County
W M A Meeting of U B church Women
The W M A of the U B church met at Mrs. B F Hudson’s home on Thursday December 1 led by Mrs Flora Beekman. Scripture was read by Mrs Julia Merrell and Miss Lottie Kelley gave the Kingdom and the Nations lesson. The Thank Offering was collected for foreign educational work. Attendees included Mrs Beekman Mrs Newton Mrs Rumple Mrs Perry Rumple Mrs Merrell Mrs Lee Mrs Snavley Miss Kelley and Mr and Mrs B F Hudson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. B. Church
B. F. Hudson
Flora Beekman
Jesus
Julia Merrell
Morgan
Newton
Lottie Kelley
Narrow escape for Van Buren hunter in quail incident
Harvey Ereckson formerly of Van Buren now lives in Michols narrowly escaped death while hunting. A second hunter fired at a covey of quail as Ereckson had just started out, shooting multiple times and injuring his right eye, which was destroyed. He reports to his uncle Will Kelley that he is done with hunting.
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Harvey Ereckson
van Buron
Michols
Mr. Ereckson
Fidelis News Notes in Marion Social Roundup
The column lists numerous Marion area social visits and dinners. Guests include the Draper family, the Duckwalls, the Paxtons, the Doyles, and several others visiting or hosting events at homes in Marion and Oilfields California trip mentioned along with Fidelis class party plans and Bible lesson questions about Philemon Onesimus and Paul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philemon
Onesimus
Paul
Christ
Victory Five Set for Eaton Challenge Tonight
The Victory Five head to Eaton to face a strong home team. Gi and Doyle are both sidelined, leaving forward spots uncertain as the club seeks a win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaton
Victory
Doyle
Box Social At Lee School House By Loyal Workers
Under the Loyal Workers class of Union Chapel a box social is planned at the Lee school house one and a half miles north and two hundred forty six miles west of Van Buren on Friday evening December 16 at 7 30. Activities include a fish pond and other amusements with prizes for the most popular young lady and the laziest man. Lora Puckett serves as auctioneer and Landess L White as clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Chapel
Lee School House
van Buren
Lora Puckett
Landess L. White
Hartford City Set for Saturday Night Visit by Victory Five
Hartford City will visit the local gym Saturday night for a game against the Victory Five. The visitors will bring nine players including Towns who has played here before. Hartford City is described as a strong opponent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford City
Victory
Missionary Meeting at Central Church of Christ
The Missionary Meeting at Central Church of Christ was held at Mrs. Anna Howard's home on Tuesday afternoon. The program included devotions, papers on China and its missionaries, several duets, and a roll call. Two new members joined, with attendees including Mrs. Griffith, Mrs. Howard, Mrs. Bradford, and others.
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Missionary Meeting Cor
Central Church of Christ
Anna Howard
R. W. Bredford
I. J. Howard
China
Hazel Melling
Chna
Ora Beeler
Merle Butler
Ada Strange
Robert Morrs
Delight Bradford
Ada Griffith
Mesdames
Ada Grifith
Anna Knight
Hazel Melline
Eric Gardner
Lauren Bradford
Kathy Jessie
Dan Mo
Christmas Seals Aim to Cut Tuberculosis Deaths in Grant County
County appeals for Christmas seal purchases to fund local TB education and clinics. Officials note Grant County's TB death rate ranks fourth in the state and that last year per capita spending was only 2.9 cents. Funds support health programs, the Modern Health Crusade, and school health lessons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant County
Grant
One Week County Vacation Declared by Trustees
The county board of township trustees announced a week long school vacation starting the Monday after Christmas for all county schools. They also passed resolutions favoring repeal of the state teachers retirement fund act and will send them to state lawmakers. The meeting ended with a dinner hosted by Orville Wells of Fairmount township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Township Trustees
Orville Wells
Fairmount Township
Oyster Supper Enjoyed by Knights of Pythias
The Knights of Pythias held an oyster and pie supper Tuesday after their regular meeting. About twenty five members attended to enjoy the meal and fellowship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Pythias Order
Community Notes From PSPRVILLE Area
Local residents share visits and social calls at homes in PSPRVILLE. Families including the Banter and Farr households welcome guests and relatives from Upland and nearby towns amid ongoing tuberculosis talks and revival meetings led by Rev. Trebor.
Prisoner Seeks Pardon in Indiana State Prison Case
Porvigis Indiana December 6 After a little more than a year in Indiana State Prison for arson Enoch Ven Buren who sues senior circuit court has appealed to the state board of pardons for a pardon Pierson's appeal is among forty four new cases up for consideration before the board when it meets December 12 to 16 Pierson was taken to prison about a week ago by James Batters the Poor Thinty after he had been arrested at Van Buren where he has been living for the last few months commitment was the result of awaiting a decision from the Indian supreme court to which an appeal was taken by the defendant the case recently affirmed the decision of the social court
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Porvigis
Ind
Indiana
Enoch Ven Buren
Seneray
Oeicher
State Board of Pardons
Pierson
James Batters
van Buren
Indiang Supreme Court
Social’ Court
Tencead
Worrell Buys Partner Interest in Haynes Machine
Bert Worrell purchases the interest of partner Toe Sutton in Haynes Machine. Worrell will run the business as usual while Sutton moves to a farm north of Lafontaine with his family. Sutton is an expert mechanic who has helped many auto owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert) Worrell
Toe Surtton
Haynes Machine Cumerace
Worrell
Mr. Sutton
LaFontaine
Ali
Sutton
Ice Sutton
Mr. Worrell
City Garage Ad Promises Road Service by New Firm
An enterprising firm operating The City Garage on North First Street under Carr and Weicht offers road service. The pair, recent arrivals from Marion, will move their families to Van Buren. they have leased the N. E. Duckwall property on East Main Street and plan further relocations to the farm near Van Buren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North First Street
Carr & Weicht
Marion
Garvage
Weicht
van. ‘Buren
Carr
N. E. Duckwall
East Main St
Mr. Duckwall
van Buren
Restaurant Changes Hands in Warren Area
Oty Snavely sold his restaurant next to the gymnasium to Jesse Johnson of Warren. Sneavely exited due to Prohibition pressure. Johnson will be assisted by his wife and sister-in-law to meet customer demand. Johnson is a longtime Warren resident with restaurant experience.
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Oty
Otis Snavely
Jesse Johnson
Warren
Snevely
Tiuch
Johnson
Ain
Missionary Berniece Snell to Speak at U B Church
Miss Berniece Snell a missionary to Africa will address the United Brethren Church Sunday night December 18. She has a message that everyone will profit by hearing. You are invited to hear her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berniece Snell
Africa
United Brethren Church
Miss Snell
Van Buren Vielfry Five Upset Fort Wayne In Overtime
Van Buren defeats Fort Wayne 28 24 in overtime after a close first half 15 10. Wintrode and K Doyle led Van Buren with multiple field goals. Morse top scored for Fort Wayne with two field goals. Montpelier visit referenced with a 11 28 scoreline and Wintrode backcourt contributions.
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van Buren
Vielfry
Fort Wayne Cardinals
K. Doyle
Melling
Wintrode
Baker
V. Doyle
Morse
Ft. Wayne
Zurbuen
Akers
G. Melling
Adams
Fort Wayne
Ross Waggaman
Montpelier
Waggaman
Winfrods
A. Ferguson
W. Doyle
Wareeman
Wiedner
Benn
Wintrede
Snyder
Waggamen
Weheaman
Weidner
Montaelier
Foy
Streup
Weintrode
Lontpelier
Orchard land sale and relocation plans in Van Buren
The notice describes a 10 acre pear orchard property in the north part of Van Buren and confirms Mr Mathias plans to move his family to North Manchester seeking better homes for his trucking business.
Ma Sonic Lodge Elects Officers for Next Year
At the regular Ma sonic Lodge meeting the officers for the coming year were elected. C. J. Dillon will be Worshipful Master, Walter Creviston Senior Warden, E. S. Howard Junior Warden, N. R. Conwell Treasurer, Chas Hatcher Secretary, Eli Morris Senior Deacon, W. W. Mott Junior Deacon, Irma Bole Senior Steward, J. W. H. Farr Junior Steward, Clyde Shrock Tyler, and Trustees S. G. Robinson P Ss Howard W C Booz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Lodge
C. J. Dillon
Walter Creviston
E. S. Howard
Chas. Hatcher
Eli Morris
W. W. Mott
Irma Bole
J. W. H. Farr
Clyde Shrock
Tyler
Church to Hold Sunday Services Promoting State Education
The congregation will hold morning services next Sunday as part of the state's Educational program. The Highchopel is invited to attend. Miss Lulu Beachler leads pupils with musical selections and Miss Bertha Barrow sings a solo "The Offering of Youth" before Rev. Lutes speaks on "Christian Distinction in Education." An evening mass meeting will focus on the System of Units. ERNEST E. LUTES, Pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Beachler
Bertha Barrow
Lutes
Kingdom of God
Ernest E. Lutes
Pestor
Central Church of Christ Opens New Building Services
The Central Church of Christ will hold services in its new church this Sunday. Bible School at 9:59, preaching at 10:30 am, and 7 pm conducted by Rev. A. L. Martin. The public is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church OF Christ
Central Church of Christ
A. L. Martin
Christmas Greetings From Lu Setta Beekman
Mrs Beekman at State Soldiers Home Lafayette Indiana writes to Mr DePoy enclosing a subscription check to ease the monotony. She notes fine weather after rain, good health, and sends wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Soldiers Home
LaFayette
Indiana
Kings Heralds Meet At Saturday Session
The Kings Heralds met Saturday afternoon with Mrs DePoy and assistant hostess Mrs Jones. The group sang prayed and read scripture then studied Under Many Flags. A Christmas offering of 3.88 was collected for outgoing missionaries.
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The
Kings Heralds
Helen
Delores
Dorothy Wright
Delene
Helen Day
Dorothy Cochran
Ethel Eubanks
Lucile Ducknall
Minnie Jones
Oca Howard Mary Makemson
Berniece Doyle
Berdena Byall
Edith
Helen DePoy
Jones
DePoy
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U. B. Miouenary Association
MET
Fidelis News
Trace Draper
Max
H. A. Davis
Burkett
Harry Crevison
Mark
Ethel Makemson
Keliner
Airs
Dean Paxton
Lavanner Doyle
Indianapolis
Everett Lee
Von
Glen Duckwall
Oren
Wayne
Dea Faye
Kary Duckwall
Kathryon
Alva Dueckwaill
Acnes,Doyle
James Dillon
Dorothy
Martha
Lulu Conroy
Elenore
G. G. Richardson
John Wright
Ruth
W. K. Prazier
Chas. Ne
W. J. C. Fellars
W. TD. Boxell
O. G. Willey
Lou Moler
Harreld
Ralph Murcy
Murry
Oilfields
California
Bard Atwell
Rayd Atwell
Earl Bratton
Chas. Sulivan
Frank Bratton
Ernest Ruble
J. M. Bond
Betty Jean
Beverly Jane
Alva Ducknall
Myr
Yon
D. W. Boxell
Jay
Floyd Johnson
J. R. Swoosh
James
Alice Wright
Arthur Nye
Ella Nye
Mary Lugar
Roscoe Nye
Daniel
Joseph
Ernest Lutes
Olive Frances
Margaret
Wabash
BOX Social
Church OF
Ghai
R. W. Bradford
Psprville
Thaywilin
Sino and
Mires
Cleo Sweikhardt
Din Estou
Dake Troup
Rvnday
Upland
Nieqy
Vicisce Welsh
Harry Pye
Lary Farr
Paul Farr
Isworth Farr
Acie Banter
Orville Hollower
Ismer
Trebor
Rirs
Abraham Banter
Henry
Linnie Barter
Tits Benter
John Banter
Hatchering
Mise Maxine Sov Moins
Aliss Mabie Bole
Ceri Dierson
U. B
Uaninalg
FT. Montpelier
Wathe
Victgay
C. J .Dillon
Charley Hatcher
Mrs. Beekman
King's. Heralds
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