Jasper County Democrat, Volume 8, Number 40, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 January 1906 — Jasper County Gleanings NEWS FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTY. [ARTICLE]
Jasper County Gleanings NEWS FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTY.
BY OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENTS.
Miss Nina Walker of Wabash is yisitinß friends here. Remember the Farmers' Institute to be held here Jan. 1-8 to 20. Miss June Bowman visited her brother Fred in Monticello Monday. Miss Gertrude Welsh of Marion, spent the holidays with home folks. Charley Scarlet has moved upon a farm a miles northwest of Rensselaer. Miss Pearl tones is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. W. Kay, at Washington, Pa. Miss Ella Welsh returned to her school work at Anacortis, Wash., last week. Mrs. E. H. Blake of Wabash spent the holidays with relatives and lriends here. Geo. Winters of Terre Haute was circulating among old friends here last week. Hugh Treanor was prospecting up in the northeastern part of the state last week, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Whitehead visited their son Frank and family at Cromwell last week. Simon Grennard of Waynetown, Ind„ is visiting his brother James Grennard at this writing. The old Hendryx farm west of town, has been sold to Conrad Beckley. at $125 per acre. Mr. and Mrs. Will Puckett and daughter yisited the former’s parents in Lafayette last week, Mrs. Gum Pefley and son visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Warner, at Rensselaer last week. Wm. Geier and family spent the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Homer Hardy, near Huntington. Arthur Hartman of Dodge City, Kan., spent the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hartman. Mr. and Mrs. David Kerns of Frankfort were guests of Mr. and Mrs, W. L. Rich a few days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Bowman spent the holidays with their daughter, Mrs. Maude Hel vie, at Christiausburg, Ohio. Miss Bessie Davis of Rensselaer and Miss Margaret Shell of Monticello visited Mrs. Will Beal here a few days last week. Misses Frankie Yeoman' and Lucy Beasley, visited Mrs. |oe Milner and Stephen Yeoman in Indianapolis a few days last week. Mrs Chas. Beal and daughter Ruth of New Richmond, spent the holidays with Mr. aud Mrs. [. G. Tharp and other relatives here. C. T. Denham went to Rensselaer on Tuesday to attend the January term of commissioners' court, of which board he is a member. * Mrs. Yockey and daughter Dorothy of Ottowa, 111., visited her brother and sister, C. A. Balcom and Mrs. James Gilbert, here last week. Kentland Democrat: Misses Christena Eisele and Clara Schmitt, of Remington, were the guests of Miss Mary Thyen Wednesday and yesterday. Goodland Herald: J. W, Baer and John Woods were in Remington and lonticello. Wednesday, and while there traded W. T. Beahler's farm north of Remington for J, H. Randall's big stock of jewelry at Monticello. Mr. Edward Bellows, only son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Bellows, and Miss Ona Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Wilson, were united in marriage Wednesday. They will reside on the Bellows farm. Your correspondent extends congratulations. Recent births: Dec. 15, to Mr. atid Mrs. Ellis Keeftr (formerly Clara Bloom of this place) at Indianapolis, a son; Dec. 20, to Mr. and Mrs. E T. Bond at Oxford, a son; Dec. 23, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ball, st.uth of town, a t,on; Dec. 24 to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Beasy, a daughter; Dec. 24, to Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Biggs (formerly Mrs. Emma Lockwood of this plac -) of Wbeattield a son.
Dtinn'Ville.
We are still up and coming. Miss Lizzie Tresemer called on Rena Vandercar Sunday. Sister B. B. called on friends at D. V. tbe first of the week. Philip White visited friends at North Judson Friday and Saturday. What we want is a few weeks, peppered with a good dose of hotness. We wish to thank Mr. Jones of The Democrat for the beautiful present he gave me. Wilmington and the Misses Nora Belcher and Hulda Wills were South Bend goers Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Hight. who have been visiting friends in Illinois during the holidays, returned Friday. We were in the realm of Pine Grove last Thursday and had the pleasure of meeting the Pine Grove correspondent. Mrs. Wilmington and daughter Marie who have been visiting friends at Momence for the past few days, returned Saturday. Miss Addie Lyons, who has been undergoing treatment in a Chicago hospital for the past few weeks, came home Saturday evening. Bill said that he missed the train at South Bend the other day, on purpi se, in order to try the patience of the girls who got mad over the occasion. The ladies of D. V. have established a
novel custom #bich for uniqueness has no duplicate in history. As a substitute tor rabbit feet they carry a clay pipe in their pockets, for luck. We wish to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. William Sbirer upon their embarkment on the Sea of Doubleness. May the roses and bluebirds of joy inhabit their path of life, making it sweet with perfume and song of the highest happiness. As we stand upon the Mt. Everett of our imagination and view the future through the telescope of the past, to see, as it were, the rising stars of inventions whose influence will revolutionize the daily routine of life, we see the sons of men grinding up our modern wild hay, flavoring it with a seasoning process and selling it in boxes, calling it the National Breakfast Food. Quite a few of our D. V. people, who are representing this commonwealth at the various courts of the continent, came home to spend holidays and to replenish their stock of energy. The following are names of. those who retnrned: Chas. Sands, Lee and Homer Fisher, William Wilmington, Gilbert Albin, Clarence Powell, Walter Seegrist, Philip Whije, and the Misses Came lasperson, Mabel Belcher, Hulda Wills, Stella Nelson and Ollie White. As we are entering the year of 1906, with the flag of joy unfurled to the breeze of contentment, we wish to extend to the readers of this paper our best wishes for the prosperity of all. May the door of peace and the pigeon of joy accompany us through the corridors of the year. May this nation be as in the immediate past, the arbitrator of nations in bringing about peace, knowing that the strength of a nation is not shown by Its warlike spirit.
Mt- Hope
Hello, where’s Foresman? Cecil Wasson returned to Sheldon to work Sunday. Hello! Jess, we were glad to see you at Mt. Hope again. Miss Della Hines called on Miss Estella Sage Sunday. The McCoy girls called on the Hall girl Tuesday evening. Carl Raymond returned to his home near Foresman Tuesday. Orpha said there would be something doing if Bruce took old Ben again. We are glad the Foresman correspondent is so deeply interested in the Mt. Hope items. Frank Hancock and best girl were seen at Mt. Hope Sunday evening, Glad to see you out, Frank. Rev. Flagg’s little daughter sing a solo at Mt. Hope Sunday eveniug. The attendance at church was large. J. W. Sage and J. F. Fenwick were in Rensselaer on business Tuesdav. They will have a public sale on Jan. iS. Some of the boys said they saw the sun coming up Saturday evening when they were returning home the party. A masquerade party and ovster supper was held at Amos McCoy’s Siturday evening. There were twelve couple present. Everyone reported a fine time. Goodland Herald: Dec. 27th Charlev Brown sold his farm 5 miles northeast of
Goodland to John Putt, the sale being made by Foley & Harrington. Mr. Putt now owns four good quarter sections north of Goodland. He has lived in that locality for thirty years, and says that the land on the north side of the railroad is good enough for him.
'Blue Sea
Hello, Sharon, Blue Sea is still in the ring. Roy Beaver was a Wolcott goer Monday. Mort Sommers’ had a dance Monday night. Mr. amjl Mrs. Eli Critser were Rensselaer goers Monday, Henry Beaver spent Bunday with his sister, Mrs. Tom Johnson. Wm. Miller of Wolcott is cutting wood in this vicinity this week. Mr. Hamilton spent Sunday withJlMr. Goodnight's, near Palestine. Will McDonald of Wilders spent Sunday night with the Beaver boys. Clell says Dick's new buggy is all right, but he will “have to show him.’ Mrs. Frank Coghill and James Blakemore were Rensselaer goers Saturday. Wade Benson and sister, Miss Zora, are guests of thfeir sister Mrs. Cb is. Beaver. Rolla Gates and family who have been visiting Eli Critser and family, returned home Saturday.
Stoutsburg.
Jim Smith was in our midst Monday. Mr. Timmons was a caller here Tuesday. Mrs. A. Wiseheart is quite sick at this writing. Mr. Delebanty is having his corn shelled this week. T. M. Calahan of Newland, was in our berg last week. Andrew Grube and C. Cheever called at Joe Grube's Sunday. Mrs. Whited called on' Mrs. Wm. Grube Monday afternoon. Calvin Grimm was a business caller at North Judson Wednesday. Mr Calloway came down from Elwood Monday on business. Several from here attended church at Wheatfield New Year's day. Joe and John Grube and families visited at Wm. Frube’s Sr., Sunday. Henry Grnbe of Kankakee, 111., came tor a visit with his parents Sunday. Hello. Lonely Valley. We have looked for you over several Sundays. Mr. and Mrs. Osborn Barbee called on Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Whited Saturday eve. Chauncy and Golda Grimm came borne Friday eve after a few days visit at Momence. M. Bernicken and family and John and Andrew Misch and families visited at Wm. Grube’s Sunday. Mrs. Johnson’s mother returned to her home in Chicago, after a visit here with her daughter and family. Mrs. Chapman of Kankakee, came Saturday evening to help care for her mother who is quite sick. Mrs. J. Heil and daughter came home Saturday evening after visiting in Chicago during the holidays.
Lone Star
What did you get for New Years? Mr. Saidla did business in Wolcott, Fiiiay. Mrs. Sommers spent Monday with Mrs. Saidla, Earnest Harris spent last week with his father in Remington, The dance at McCoysburg Monday night was well attended. Jake Beaver and Hoy Owens were Wolcott goers Monday, Mrs. Sommers and daughter Lillie were in McCoysbury Saturday. Albert and Charlie Wood spent Wednesday evening with Frank Sommers. Frank Sommers is spending a tew days at Surrey with his sister, Mrs. Anna Murphy. Some people have grt atly mistaken this walking affair. I should say so; he never walked yet. I We wonder if our friend Blue Sea froze up? We never hear her pleasent remarks any more. Misses Manda and Floa Funk spent their vacation at home; they were greatly missed by their friends. Miss May Owens and brother returned home Wednesday after a few days visit with their ancle and family, Vern Jennings, Earl and Clinton Saidla and Sam spent Friday evening with Frank Sommers. Miss May Steele, Miss May Jennings, Misses Pearl and Gladys Grouns spent Friday afternoon with Lillie Bommers. It is strange how Charlie's mouth will water for ice cream this time of the year, but he was the whole thing Monday night. We think Clell is mistaken about the one who punched that hole in his buggy top, as F — is not guilty. It must have happened that afternoon we saw him and Miss - riding over the country.
Lonely Valley
Elmer Wesner was on our streets Monday. Joe Fenzel of east Walker was driving through here Tuesday. Ethel Meyers spent a couple of days this week-with her sister. Mr. and Mrs. Will Hodge are visiting friends here at this writing. Joe Moritz was on our streets Saturday enroute to Rose Bud Valley. Minnie and Lillie Karch visited the Zick school Friday afternoon. Mr. Warren of Stoutsburg drove through this locality Thursday. Chas. Cline and Burl Asher returned home Monday after a few days visit with relatives in Owen Co. The infant son ot Mr. and Mrs. John Biggs died Wednesday night, interment in Wbeatfield cemetery. Will Asher returned to his school work at Kersey Monday after spending the week with home folks. Mrs. Fred Karch and daughter Anna returned home Friday after an extended visit with relatives in Kansas. Mr. and| Mrs. Andrew Misch came home Saturday after spending the holidays with relatives in Chicago. We had the pleasure of meeting Sister Center at Wheatfield Tuesday. Just like all good sisters, she seemed appy. Henry Karch is the proud owner of a new buggy. Now, girls, look out, especially Lonely Ridge girls, for Henry says he is going to hunt a “dear” to put in this buggy.
Vine Groove.
Three cheer* for the new year. Charley Jenkins was in our vicinity Tuesday. Frona Austin of Wheatfield is visiting Bessie Ropp. __ —i Frank Haves and wife were Rensselaer goers Monday. Len Hayes visited’ the Independence school New Year’s day. School opened Monday with lots of bright faces, after a week's vacation. Mrs. Shroyer returned home Sunday, after a week's stay at Chicago Heights. Mrs. Andy Ropp and daughter spent New Year’s with Mrs. Burget near Aix. Several of the young folks of this vicinity attended the masquerade ball at Newland. CharleyJHurley and family have gone to the river where Charley will cut wood this winter. George Beedy is bedfast with rheumatism. Dr. Kresler of Rensselaer is attending him. Rev. Vandercar and son Bert of D. V., took dinner with James Torbet and family last Thursday. Miss Bessie Ropp, Maggie Torbet, Tena Nuss and Janie McCleary called on Mrs. Arthur Ropp Sunday. Say, Roy, you had better take two hitch straps the next time you go to Newland, so your horse will not get loose and come home, for if you don’t you are sure to lose your girl
S. tO. Carpenter.
Peter Lehe shelled corn Monday. John Eck had a runaway Tuesday. Mr. Ellis called on Mr. Gerber Monday. Charlie Weller called on Ed Weller Monday evening. Chas. Weller and sister Lena were at Goodland Sunday. Mrs. Dorsten called on K. E. Birkey on Monday evening. Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Dorsten called on Katie Birkey Sunday. Mrs. Mary Bowdy visited her parents in Remington New Year’s. Katie Birkey called on Mrs. Frank Antcliff Thursday morning. Katie Birkey called on Mrs. Howard Robbins Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Howard Robbins cal Led on Katie Birkey Wednesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs.’jWest Bowdy helped Frank Antclifi injbutchering Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hoffman called on Mr. and Mrs, Henry Hoffman Tuesday. D. D. and Lydia Augsburg called on Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoffman Wednesday. Chris and Mary Nafgmger called on their sister, Mrs. Peter Lehe, New Year’s day. Mrs. Henry Hoffman, Amelia Hoffman and Katie Birkey called on Mrs. Ellis Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoffman, Amelia Hoffman and Mr.'and Mrs. Chas. Hoff-
man took dinner at Henry Simonin’s Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Little spent Wednesday and Wednesday night with their daughter, Mrs. Frank Antcliff. Mrs. Ellis, Mrs. Dorsten and Mrs. Smith and two children called on Mrs. Weller last Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoffman received a letter from their daughter, Mrs. H. B. Robbins, of Los Angeles, Cali., stating that they arrived there alright and are pleased with the country.
Kniman.
Chas. Hart was on the sick list Sunday. The masquerade Saturday night was a success, Steve Bell was seen in our vicinity Monday. Mrs. Dahnke visited the Otis family Tuesday. Gaylord Brown left for Kouts Tuesday to shell corn. Warren Springer was visiting his ranch Sunday. The Valley Opera Co., has rented the Kniman Hall for the year 1906. Lizzie Jungles left for Rensselaer Monday to work at the Makeever House. The Valley Opera Co., will give a show monthly in Kniman Hall hereafter. Rasky, the sawmill man, got through sawing wood on the Springer ranch Tuesday. Gaylord Brown called on his sweetheart A— O Monday, to greet her with a happy New Year. Jesse Resch and Ed Nieman, Chicago hunters, left for Chicago Monday after a few days hunting on the Springer ranch. Sports from all parts witnessed the shooting match New Year's day, crack shots being Brick Ballinger, Otis Warner and Peter Wolf.
Sharon
Jean Richeson returned to her school Monday. Jerry Garland spent a few days at Mr. Chamber’s. Ciay and Chleo Mellender spent New Year’s at Monon; Mrs. Hurley spent Monday alternpon at Mr. Lanham's. Walter Disbro is assisting Mr. Carr in hauling off his corn. Lawson Bruce called on Jenease Richeson Sunday evening. Rev. Harper will preach at Slaughter Sunday School Sunday. 0 Edith Adams returned Monday after a few days visit with I Illinois friends. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Farmer spent New Year’s at Mr. and Mrs. Joe Adams'. Mr. Langhoff has been unable to,do any heavy work on account of lumbago. Hazel Jacks returned home Monday after a few days visit with relatives in Rensselaer. Gilbert Heuson and Mary Adams spent Sunday evening with friends aronnd this vicinity. Boud Smith returned to Delphi last Thursday after a few weeks visit with relatives and friends. Mrs. Wm. Jacks returned home from Sullivan, Illinois, Tuesday after a few days visit with her uncle. Luers Bros, gave a watch party Sunday evening to a lew of their honored frienpsto see that the New Year came in sober. Sunday School was well attended Sunday and new officers were elected, M. I. Adams. Supt.; Wm. Jacks, Ass’t Supt.; Mary Richeson, Sec. and Treas., and our ever faithful Walter still keeps his position.
'Valley.
Johme Hershman is hauling wood this week. Celia Hershman 'called on Dollie Tuesday, * John Stalbaum spent Sunday with his father-in-law, Mr. Heidenblut was an Asphaltum goer Tuesday. Joe Moritz was seen on our streets Saturday evening. Wm. Dittman of Baum's bridge drove through here Tuesday. Geo. Hershman returned to his business in Rensselaer Sunday. Geo. Wenrick of Rensselaer spent Sunday with bis sister Edith. Geo. Hiel of Wheatfield ate dinner with Rosa Callaghan Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. James Hershman called on neighbors Sunday evening.
Miss Dollie Hershman took dinner with Mrs. Gaffey, New Year’s. Frank Hershman and family attended church at Asphalturo, Sunday. Walter Hershman and son Oliver called on Mrs. Pulaski, Saturday. Florence Hershman re-opened her school Monday after a week's vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Callaghan and daughter Rosa called on Laura friends New Year’s. Quite a few attended the dance at Wbeatfield Saturday night. All report a fine time. Mr. Collins and family, who have been visiting at the home of Ed Schrader, have returned home, Mrs. Frank Hershman and daughters Florence and Dollie called on the Callaghan family Saturday evening. Irwin Stalbaum spent holiday week with his grandma, Mrs. Hershman, returning to his home in Tefft, Sunday evening.
Lee.
Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Overton Jan. 2, a son. A little daughter of Frank Overton is on the sick list. Listen! the wedding bells will ring again soon in our vicinity. Mary Donalson is assisting Mrs. Frank Overton with her house work. Albert Hanna and family spent the first of the week with friends at Francesvi lie. Mrs. Harry Clawson and little son spent the first of the week with friends near Remington. John Johnson and Granville Lightle spent Sunday with J. H. Sommer's in South America. Robert Priest of Chicago, who was so well known here, was buried at the Osborn cemetery Tuesday.
Lonely JK^id^e.
Here we are again. Hauling bailed hay is the order of the day. Aug. Fritz was a San Pierre caller Monday. Aug. Fiitz was a San Pierre caller Thursday. . Henry Karch of L. V. was seen driving through our midst Sunday. Miss Anna Hines spent Sunday afternoon with the Misses Anna and Martha Fritz. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Fritz visited with the latter’s parents near Wanatah during the holidays. Miss Mary Flitter of Wanatah visited with friends and relatives in this vicinity during the holidays. Quite a number attended the big dinner given by Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Ketchmark New Year's day. Mrs. Theresia Fritz and family called on Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Ketchmark and family Sunday evening. Messrs. Henry Hines and Oscar Pulaski were seen walking through these parts Sunday. Where is your horse and buggy. boys?
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Mrs. Shebly Comer is ill at this writing. Fred Shultz called on’Orpha Swain Sunday. James Wiseman was a Rensselaer goer Tuesday. Bowman Switzer’s butchered five hogs Tuesday. Isaac McCurtain was a Rensselaer goer Tuesday. Mrs. Zeb Swain delivered her order of goods this week. Mrs. Wm. Harrod is improving from her late sickness. . , t Etta Garriott is working for Mr. Harrod’s this week. Rev. Blakburn is conducting a revival at Gifford this week. Ivy Swain has been staying with Mrs. Blackburn this week. Florence Davisson called on Rev. Blackburn's Tuesday. Shelby Comer shipped another cap load of hogs this week. Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Garriott were Rensselaer callers Tuesday. Wegings delivered two loads of irou to Rensselaer Tuesday. Miss Floy Williams called at Mr. Weging s Monday afternoon. Mel Garriott has been hauling iron for Paul Wegings. We wonder how be likes junking? James Swaim has been looking for a strange hog, but has not been successful at this writing. Geo. Wilcox’s gave a “turkey roast” to their many friends and relatives on New Year’s day. Oryal Garriott and wife have been visiting at Carter Garriott’s and other relatives this week. Uncle Mac Comer bought a $l3O horse on New Year’s day and also purchased a new set of harness for the adorement of the same. Dan Lakm is a successful hay salesman, He sold four loads for Jim Swaim
at $7.50 per ton and it delivering the same to Rensselaer. Prof. Garriott returned from his southern trip in time to begin school Tuesday. He reports a splendid time but brought a severe headache back with him.
South JWe tot on.
Percy Young was at Mr. Paulus’s Tuesday. W. B. Yeoman was a Rensselaer caller Tuesday. Joe Cory visited Alva Yeoman Sunday afternoon. Lura Yeoman visited Millie Shipman Sunday afternoon. Lura Yeoman visited Christenia Floch Monday afternoon. Edna Williams visited her brother Claude Williams Sunday. Little Harold Weiss called on Millie Shipman Tuesday afternoon. Goldie and Grace Reed visited Sadie and Gertrude Paulus Sunday. Bruce Stevens and Lillie Bowers called jon Gertrude Paulus Sunday evening. Ray Markin stayed Tuesday night with his brother, Willie Markin, near Parr. W. C. Bringle and neice Christinia Floch visited W. D. Bringle’s of Jordan tp., Sunday. Jake Bringle left Sunday evening for Harrison Co., Ind., where he will visit friends and relatives.
w/” otith Imerica.
Albert Wood was a Lee goer Tuesday. Geo, Wood hauled wood to Monon Wednesday afternoon. The Misses Chatman visited Tuesday with the Becker family. “Mac” was in Milroy again Sunday, visiting with papa Huston. Mrs. Fred May of Black Oak spent Bunday with her father I. J. Clark. James May of Black Oak attended prayer meeting here Sunday evening. William McDonald of LaCrosse spent the first of the week with Milroy friends, Will Culp sold his span of gray horses to Mr. near Francesville, this week. Mrs. Thos. Johnson, Sr., is sick at this writing. Dr. Reagon of Monon has been called. Messrs. Geo. Foulks and Will Culp attended the Botts sale in White county Wednesday. Mrs. Jacob Johns and Mrs. Louis Beaver have moved on the Lear farm near Palestine. Cady Underwood put in telephones for Mrs, Thomas Lear and Mrs. Jacob J.ihns Thursday. Albert Wood and Miss Lily Sommers attended the dauce at Mart Sommer's New Yeat’s night. Wade and Lora Benson of Delphi, are visiting with relatives and old friends in Milroy this week. Mrs. Louis Beaver and Miss Minnie Lear of Palestine called on Mrs. Carey Huston Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Hanks of Fairbury, 111., visited the first of the week with her sisters, Mesdames Rene and Larson.
Miss Mabel Huston returned to Terre Haute Tuesday to school, after spending the holidays with home folks. Miss Mabel Huston, Messrs. Will McDonald and Alpha McCurtain spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Foulks. Misses Mabel Huston and Lora Benson, and Messrs. Will McDonald and Wade Benson spent Monday evening with Miss Manda Funk. Misses Manda and Floa Funk returned to Milroy Nfcw Year’s dav, after spending their vacation with relatives in Hamlet and Wheatfield. . . As Abert drove west the other evening all the neighboring people heard him singing, “Of all the girls beneath the skies My own Lily takes the prize.’’ * Mesdames Daniel, John and Joe Clark and Miss Cvnthia Donelson of Lee, and Mrs. Frank May of Black Oak, spent New Year’s with Mr. and Mrs. Z. J. McCasbin. Albert has the advantage over the rest of us. He has summer and flowers most of the time. But of every kind of flowers he says still that the “Lily is queen of all.” Mac and George’s pup had quite a warm game of “Hunt the Slipper' Sunday afternoon. In this particular game, however, Mac’s overshoe was used as no slipper could be found. The pup seemed to enjoy it vastly more than Mac didAn unusually large crowd attended the prayer meeting services led by Mrs. Isaac Saidla Sunday evening. On next Sunday church services will be held morning and evening. The prayer meeting will I be led by Mrs. Carey Huston. Everyone corfliglly invited.
Gillam
A happy New Year to all. fim Rodgers is attending church here. Bart Reed and John Hayes hauled wood Monday, Relatives from Monon yisited at Tom Logan’s Friday. Lafkin Logan and wife spent the holidays in Ft. Wayne. Mrs. Will Culp visited at Tom Logan's last Wednesday. Bert Lee and wife spent Xmas with Fred Lee’s in Medaryville. Protracted meeting began Sunday night at the M. E. church. M. J. Craver and family left Monday for their new home in Idaho. Clarence Gilbranson of L. V. attended Craver’s sale here Thursday, Mrs. Edgar Nicholson spent Xmas with her parents in Illinois. Osa Nicholson and wife have been visiting in Covington the past two weeks. Ray is looking down-hearted this week. We advise a trip out west, Ray. Mrs. Cetil Culp and Mrs. Greeley Comer visited at Ed Rockwell’s last Thursday.
Benjamin Goldsberry received the sad news last week of the death of his grandson at Hammond. • Say, L. V, if you want any more sweet potatoes and yellow corn you had better hurry up and give us a call. Blaine Overman formerly of this place was united in marriage to Miss Cena Gant of Francesville, Sunday evening.
Parr
The new shop, is completed. Tom Fay is improving after bis accident. There were quite a fpw foot races here Friday. I. H. Conway attended to business in Chicago Tuesday. , Wm. and Pearl Babcock ol Goodland, spent the holidays with |. L. Babcock. Quite a crowd from here attended the dance given at Zacber’s Saturday night. Nearly all of Parr's young people attended the dance at Shindlar’s Monday night. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Shindlar returned to their home in Chicago Tuesday morning. Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Kight and son of Roselawn, spent New Year’s with J, H, Conway’s. Mr. A. Campbell died at Lee Myers’ home Tuesday night. Burial Thursday at ten o’clock. Blanche Babcock and Clara Brusnahan returned to Rensselaer to school Monday night. Blanche and Beatrice Conway, AnMtatia Carlin and Bessie Myers visited the dredge Sunday. The entertainment Monday night was well attended and everybody said the program was fine. Wm. Myers has bought the property formerly owned by Jay McMurray and is moving into same. Marne and Frank Cull entertained a few of their friends night, and a very pleasant evening was spent. Anastatia and Urban Carlin returned to Chicago Thursday after having had a very nice visit with refatives and friends here.