Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 172, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 31 July 1918 — FAREWELL DINNER FOR JOHN S. LAKIN [ARTICLE]

FAREWELL DINNER FOR JOHN S. LAKIN

Relatives and friends to the number of 125 gathered at the home of John S. Lakin, the 'Parr merchant, in a farewell visit last Sunday. The dinner was spread on the lawn and the afternoon was spent in an impromtu literary and musical program. Mr. Lakin has volunteered his services to Uncle Sana, and left Wednesday for Indianapolis to take, up his duties in the quartermaster’s department of the army. Although several years above the draft age, he felt that he could be of service and after volunteering, successfully passed the examination. Jasper county is daily adding its patriotic citizens to the nation’s muster roll, and Mrs. Lakin’s name has been added to the list of those, who are defending Old Glory.