Obituary: Mrs. Ralph Hixon Dies After Stroke in Westville
The funeral for Lillie Warrick Hixon was held at the family home on Valparaiso Street in Westville on Saturday June 26. The service was led by D. M. Shepard pastor of the M E church. Burial followed at Westville Cemetery. The deceased was librarian elect of the Carnegie library and mother of Hugh W J R Jared R and Lucas Hixon. She lived a life of fortitude and community service. Her husband Ralph Hixon survived.
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Ralph Hixon
Valparaiso Street
Westville
D. M. Shepard
M. E. Church
Lillie Warrick Hixon
Laporte
Lucas
Hixon
Carnegie Library
Lillian Eudora Hixon
Joseph and
Martha Warnock
Cass County
Iowa
Hugh W
Fresno
Cali
Jared R
Coalings
Hugh
Rose Hixon
Lou Gardner
Valley Falls
Kan
Josephine Tuttle
Hollis
Huntington
Ind
Charles Warnock
Missouri Valley
Ladies’ Home Library Association
Order of Pythian Sisters
Farwell Death Notices Highlight Chicago Ties and Westville Roots
Harry C. Farwell died at a Sheridan beach cottage in Michigan City Thursday afternoon at age 60. Survived by his widow and son Ray, his life spanned from Westville to Chicago where he rose to prominence before retiring due to illness. The family spent recent years in Westville and Laporte, with services held Sunday before burial at Graceland Cemetery in Chicago.
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Mr. Farwell
A. M
Lincoln Park
Medinah Temple
R. A
George Washington Council
N. Y
Chicago
Street Railway
C. T. Yerkes
Col
Farwell Cornice Co
Mr. Yerkes
Harry Farwell
Harry C. Farwell
Sheridan Beach
Michigan City
Graceland Cemetery
Westville
Ebenezer
Sarah Farwell
Farwells
Ray
Farwell
Richter
Laporte
Love Not An Illusion Say Walkerton Editor
An eastern Walkerton paper declares love is not an illusion and extols its joys. The editorial voice mocks the notion of love as delusion, defending the power of affection and describing its effects on the heart and soul. Chautauqua week is advertised for July 2 to 11 with a program available by phone.
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Walkerton Independent
Railroads praised and public finance debates stir Indiana
Letters from railroad officials praise editorials on rate reform and supervision while Indiana faces a March financial crunch. The state board of finance issues advance payment calls to county treasurers as lawmakers revisit funding plans and public warnings about cigarette use echo in the political climate.
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Indiana
Indianapolis
Branaman
State Board of Finance
Dale J. Crittenberger
George A. Butler
Democratic Organization
State House
State Board
Butler
Benevolent and Educational Fund
Democratic State Finance Board
Taggert
Thankful note on railroads linking town prosperity
E. D. Sewall vice-president of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Rail Road Company thanks the editor. He notes editorials help residents of small towns and farming areas realize the vital link between railroad prosperity and national prosperity.
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E. D. Sewall
Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Company
Chicago
New York Central official on state passenger fare proposal
J W Daly, traffic manager of the New York Central Lines, argues that the proposed state fare equal to interstate 2. "The average passenger travels about 20 miles, making 40 cents under present local fare and 50 cents under the new plan." He says the change benefits carriers and communities by hastening better business conditions.
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J. W.daly
New York Central Lines
Chicago
Public Do the Right Thing Editorial Letter Cited
W L Ross receiver of the Toledo St Louis and Western Railroad writes that an informed public will demand railroads earn revenue to cover interest, maintain property, and pay operating expenses and taxes. He warns that underpayment could bring disaster to the nation and the rail system.
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W. L. Ross
Toledo, St. Louis and Western Railroad Company
Toledo
Coun
Public Pre Eminently Fair Statement by Railway Official
F Potter assistant to the general manager of the Minneapolis St Paul and Sault Ste Marie Railway argues that railroads failed to gain public trust. He says the public has been fair when matters are presented properly and urges fuller public confidence.
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H.F. Houghton
Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis Railway Company
Indianapolis
J. S. Hall
Martin
F. Potter
Minneapolis, St. Paul
Sault Ste Marie Railway Company
Minneapolis
Chicago railroad man calls article “music to the ears”
A prominent Chicago railroad executive praises the article, calling it music to the ears. The remark highlights growing interest in rail developments and suggests favorable industry sentiment. Readers are urged to follow further coverage for details.
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Chicago
Canniff Letter Praises Westville Indicator Editorial
W H Canniff president of the Nickel Plate Railroad writes appreciating copies of Charles B Martin's Westville Indicator editorial. He notes the public may underestimate the acute situation and says he knew Westville since 1868 and valued Barker, a friend.
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Barker
Westville
Great Northern Railroad official responds to editorial
Mr. J. J. Hill of the Great Northern Railroad St. PaulMinn. acknowledges receipt of a prior letter and thanks the editor for the enclosed editorial, stating he has read it with interest.
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J. J. Hill
The
Great Northern Railroad
St. Paul, Minn
Railroad Chief Supports Public Explanation of Conditions
Mr. B. F. Bush president of the Missouri Pacific Railway writes that editor Charles E. Martin of the Westville Indicator is correct that Americans are fair when informed. He favors railroads presenting their case to the people and seeking help to achieve fair play, a practice he says is widely followed.
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F. D. Underwood
Erie Railroad Company
New York City
Charles E. Martin
Westville
Indiana
B. F. Bush
Missouri Pacific Railway Company
St. Louis
Westville ‘Indicator
Melodrama of Chautauqua Season Tickets and Society Visit
A short notice notes ticket prices for the Chautauqua season with $1.50 to reserve by phone and $2 at opening day on July 2. It highlights Lake Shore drive and East Walton place in Chicago and mentions Cath erine Barker of Michigan City, the wealthy socialite with a $30 million estate, who is engaged to Harold H Spaulding Jr. and plans a contemporary society debut before marriage abroad.
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Lake
Shore Drive
East Walton Place
Chicago
Catherine Barker
Michigan City
Harley Rehm Et al
Laporte
Darrow & Bowley
Masonic Temple
Ind
Laporte County
Indiana
Towit
H. W. Sallwasster
N. E. Rowley
Edison denies smoking cigarettes in lab work claim
A Stroughton Wis high school boy claimed Edison smoked. A Stroughton woman wrote to Edison who replied I never smoked one in my life and no man or boy who smokes cigarettes can work in my laboratories. He also spoke of degenerates in the world.
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Spain
Stroughton
Wis
Thomas A. Edison
Mr. Edison
Graduation Gift Inspires Call for Steady Jobs
A reader suggests a practical graduation gift: a steady job. The comment frames employment as a valued option for young men entering adulthood and aims to guide practical support beyond material presents.
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Er Wiaak
Wana Lowenstines
Gigancic
Cag
Rosfagie
Uae
Ead
ngOe
Indicator
J. D. McNamara
Wabash Railroad
Heason
Edison
L. R. Cass
B. A. Cass
L. BR. Cass
Cashier
M. Wallace
Bank of Westville Private Bank
Taeesece
Wees
Peece
Indigua
Reas
Charles Cole
H. W. Sallwasser
Florence A. Rehm
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