15 Jun 1916
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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1916
Page
1
A town Fourth of July celebration in Van Buren will feature a parade of all local children led by a band, preceded by old soldiers, with each participant carrying an American flag. After the procession, attendees will return to the school lawn for patriotic songs and a band concert to close the day.
A Monday evening gathering of Chautauqua promoters at the school house saw chairmen name assistants for each committee. An additional meeting Friday night invites the public, with committees including Advertising Art Grounds Transportation Wicket and Entertainment.
A brief consumer note states that a spray solution claims better results and urges shoppers to try Conwell's for improved options. The line hints at a local store promotion or comparison without detailed figures or dates.
The Methodist class at Mr. Wm. Kirkpatrick’s school held an indoor picnic Tuesday evening at Miss Geotf Palmer’s home south of town. Music and games preceded a hay wagon and automobile ride, with many local girls and several young men from Marion and Bridgeport attending.
The marriage of Ross Flarley of Ohio to Eva Blake daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Blake was held at the bride's home last Thursday evening. Rev S M Burns of Warren Wesleyan Methodist Church officiated at 8 30 in the presence of close family. The couple will reside in Ohio after a brief stay at the Blake home. Hurley is described as a prosperous farmer.
Stratford City Ind June 12 Albert Thomas farmer indicted by grand jury last Friday for first degree murder after tossing a bucket of corn at an automobile killing 9 year old Geraldine Stout will not be arraigned today. Judge Wichborn will travel to St Louis to attend the democratic national convention.
A terse note mentions drugs at Conwell's with a claim that the outlet could do better, implying a critique of product quality or service tied to drug sales.
The township advisory board awarded the rebuild contract for the Anderson school house south of town to Reed & Risk of Marion for 3115 dollars. Construction aims for fall opening. tearing down began Monday. Roof repairs at the high school will occur soon. material bill of lading received and work to begin when it arrives. Other tornado damage to school buildings will be repaired by September.
Local notice advertises lice powders and booster envelopes for homecoming celebrations at Cuonwell's store with a price of 10 cents per package at the office.
The Gas City Elevator Co secured a premier contract to supply Vesta flour to the Soldiers' Home. The award favored quality over price amid bids from Chicago and Minneapolis firms. Annual usage is about 2000 barrels, with distribution handled locally.
The Ohio oil firm dismantled No 17 well on the Braden farm south of Montpelier and moved parts to a new site for No 2 well. A third well drive is planned nearby, with engine upgrades and walking beam adjustments, signaling expected profit from continued drilling. Gas City Journal notes Breedlove Brothers sell Vesta Bigards exclusively on Var Buren.
Advertisement notes paints and prompts readers to shop at Con wells for better results.
The committeemen from townships met Saturday in the circuit court room to organize. L. O. Chasey was elected president, Will C. Jay vice president, and Joshua Strange secretary treasurer. A resolution urged county council to fund an assistant prosecutor and to appoint a deputy prosecutor. Grand jurors discussed county affairs including highway tire construction abuses. New committeemen from Van Buren are W. C. 1D. Palmer and Wm. Sanderman.
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