Rensselaer Republican, Volume 15, Number 42, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 28 June 1883 — GILLAM ITEMS. [ARTICLE]

GILLAM ITEMS.

Still we have a shower once in a while. Mr. Sylvester Hilton is still numbered on the sick list. Rev. Falkner preached at the Chapel Sunday Junp 17th. 3p.m. Messrs. C. W. Faris and D. B. Coppess, have joined our social circles once more. Fanners have one consolation, it does not hurt their corn to walk over their fields; prospects for that grain are not very flattering. The Sabbath schools of Gillam are in a flourishing condition, as both old and young take an active part, which tends to lead to success. Mr. Thomas Robinson, of this township, is making new improvements by repairing his house. He has also put up a new wind pump. The grim monster, Death, has been among us once more, and taken away some that were young and fair. Miss Mattie Poise!) daughter of Mr. George

Poisel, died Wednesday, the 11th Inst, and an infant son es Calvin Coppees died Sunday, June 17th. Both were buried at Independence Cemetery. The social at Mr. James Cooper’s, Thursday evening of last week, was a grand success. Thera were about fifty persons present Mr. Stafford was there, and, as he is a fine musician, furnished them with the best of music. Every thing passed off pleasantly and au seemed to enjoy a splendid time. The schools will all close this week. Independence school closed this week. The pupils got up a nice picnic dinner for their teacher. jThis was onjoyed very much by all who were present The pupils gave an entertainment In the afternoon, which consisted of declamations, dialogues, songs and music by the violin. Mr. L. W. Hunt being the violinist AU those who were on duty did splendidly. The last Quarterly Meeting will be held at Independence Chapel, on Saturday and Sunday June 80th, and Julv Ist. HU are cordially invited to attend. Sal.