Transcription of Cloe’s Catalog Clippings –

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Transcribed 2007 – 2008

– special thanks to Karen Zach for the majority of the transcriptions.

 

Items in parentheses are added comments.

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The Clipper Girl

 

At near the town of Bellmore lives,

A girl that's out of sight,

She writes the article that keep

The CLIPPER pages bright.

She sits the country fellows down and

hits the town lads, too

And when she finds out who you are,

She'll take a clip at you

 

Chorus –

For -- she is a clipper.

With me you will agree

I know she is a clipper,

'cause she took a clip at me,

She writes us up in the tip top style,

and keeps a writing on,

I reckon she will have to quit

When Gabriel blows his horn

 

She writes about the boys that take

the girls out for a drive

and those who do not take them,

she simply eats alive.

She finds out all the local news

And fixes it all right,

Just take my word for it, she is

a pencil pusher, out of sight.

 

Chorus

 

She is a clipper

A clipper hard to beat

And if you ever meet her

You had better just retreat

She'll write a history of your life

And fix your future, too

You'll think she is a clipper

When she takes a clip at you.

Parkeville

 

Thursday, March 7 at 12 p.m., the Peyton household presented its most gala attire, it being the occasion of the marriage of their daughter, Ella to George McMurtry.  The hall was decorated with an arch of evergreen under which were suspended the name of the groom and bride -- McMurtry & Peyton.  The stairway was decorated with white bunting.  The bay window in which they were married was artistically draped in point de lace with sprays of myrtle and white ribbon, in the center of which hung the marriage bell of white roses, the masterpiece of the bride's work.  The ceremony was pronounced in a most elegant manner by Rev. Cornelies Airheart, after which the bridal pair passed out to a most elaborate dinner, which consisted of the usual several courses, beginning with turkey, cranberry sauce, celery, etc. finishing with ices of lemon, chocolate cream, etc. The guests at dinner, received souvenirs of pink celluloid in heart shape, with painted forget-met-nots and the inscription - Ella & George, March 7, '95.  The bridal dress was of white Faille with velvet and pearl strings. The traveling dress is of covert cloth with sutash braid, a tea gown and a beautiful black satin dress, fish scale jet trimmings, complete with trousseau. They took the 3 o'clock train at Milligan that day for Cincinnati to be absent a few days.

 

 

Mary T. CONNELLY was born in Spencer County July 28, 1835. At the early age of 7 she came with her parents to Parke County, Indiana and located near Hollandsburg, where she grew to womanhood. On April 8, 1852, she was married to Rev. A.H. DOOLEY, who survives her. She united with the Goshen Baptist Church and was baptized by Elder Jacob Kirkendoll Jan 3, 1853.  She was an earnest, devoted Christian and was truly a helpmate to her husband in all his ministerial work.  She was spiritually minded in all her sickness and was conscious that the end was near. She always enjoyed religious services at her bedside. She especially loved to hear the Lord's word read.  Sister Dooley had a bright hope in Christ, which was a great support to her through all her Christian life, and as the end drew near she realized that she had no abiding city here, but was anxiously looking for one to come, whose builder and maker is God.  She peacefully passed away at the home of her foster daughter, Mrs. E.G. Lanning in Rockville, Jan 1, 1907 age 74 years 5 months 3 days. The funeral was preached in the Baptist Church at Hollandsburg by Elder S. K. Fuson, assisted by Elder W. H. Vancleave.

 

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The Collings Reunion

 

Of the many reunions held annually in the state, there is none more popular and faithfully attended and certainly none happier than that of the Collings Family. The 14th annual event calling together the surviving members was held Thursday Aug 22, 1907 in the beautiful grove near Mt. Moriah Church, and all attending are unanimous in pronouncing it one of the most enjoyable and successful in the history of these family meetings. 

The audience was assembled at 10:30 a.m. by music especially well rendered by the Bridgeton band the playing of which was a very enjoyable feature throughout the day.  C. R. Collings, president, announced the program which follows:

Rev. A.H. Dooley invoked the Divine blessing on those assembled, after which Miss Ruth Collings welcomed the relatives and friends to the day's pleasures in particularly happy and hospitable language.  The response by Brooks Collings was no less happy and appropriate at the close of the latter one of the chief features that has made the Collings reunions famous was announced - the dinner, which proved a feast a king might envy and it goes without saying that this part of the program was heartily enjoyed. The band announced the close of the dinner time adjournment by playing, "Blest be the tie that binds," and at 1:30 the formal program was resumed.  Rev. James Carver delivered the obituary report, with touching reference to the six beloved members of the Collings family for whom these earthly reunions were forever ended but who awaited the greater and grander reunion in a better world. These were: Mrs. Sarah J. Goodwin and son Clarence, infant son of Manfred and Lizzie Collings, Mrs. A. H. Dooley, Mrs. John Collings and Jessie Matticks.

"Shall we gather at the river," rendered by the band was followed by reelecting the same officials who had served this occasion: C.R. Collings, president and I.M. Collings, sec.

The concluding period of this happy meeting which will ever linger in the  memory of those attending was given over to remarks appropriate to the occasion by Rev. Downey of Bellmore; Rev. Airhart of Roachdale; Rev. Carver of Bainbridge, Rev. AH Dooley and a brief address in farewell by president C. R. Collings. Attending the reunion from a distance were: Ed Collings and family of Phoenix, AZ; George Johnson and family of Clinton Hill, Mo; W.P. Collings and family of Chicago: George J. Collings and daughter, Lizzie of Indianapolis; John Newgent and Mrs. James Collings and daughter, Edna of Fairmount, Ill.

CR Collings, President; IM Collings, secretary..

 

Webb-Phillips

On last Wednesday evening Dec 11 at the home of the bride's father, L.S. PHILLIPS, in Judson occurred the marriage of his youngest daughter, Vera to Oscar Lee WEBB of Bellmore.

The ceremony was performed promptly at 7:30 by Rev. Ulay of Russellville.  Preceding the ceremony charming music was rendered by Miss LaVerne Clark. As the strains of Lohengrins wedding march pealed forth the bridal party, unattended, entered the parlor and took their places under a large bell erected in an alcove banked with pot plants and ferns. While music was softly rendered Rev. Ulay pronounced them man and wife. 

During congratulations, Simply Confession was played after which a two course supper was served.  The marriage was witnessed by a large number of relatives and friends.  Many handsome present, consisting of linen, cut glass and china, were received.

Out of town guests were; Miss Mabel McCord, Bonner Hazlett and Monta Phillips of Indianapolis; Clarence Nelson of Terre haute; Mr. and Mrs. Eli Phillips of Rosedale; Miss Garnet Hayes of Rockville; Mr. and Mrs. James Daniels and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Daniels, Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mater and Miss Mary Webb of Russellville; Mrs. Dr. Randall of Ambia, Ind.

Mr. and Mrs. Webb left on the 10:16 train for a short wedding trip and showers of rice and old shoes and the best wishes of their many friends.

The bride is one of Judson's most beautiful and popular young ladies and a musician of unusual ability.  The groom is the youngest son of Spotsard Webb of Bellmore, a friendly young farmer. They will reside at Bellmore.  

 

Married.

·        By Z. D. Maris, Nov. 28 at the home of the bride in Rockville. Henry S. Gross and Lizzie M. Smith, both of Parke county.

·        John E. Smiley of Parke county to Addie C. Walden of Waveland

 

·        William Mitchell of Marshall to Clara Swaim of Rockville

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Obituary

 

Lester,  son of George and Eva Millemon was born July 28, 1889.  He was a great  sufferer for nine weeks though he bore it with much patience and fortitude,  never murmuring or complaining being most of the time confined to his room.  His sweet disposition and correct habits of life made him a loving  and obedient son, always asking the advice of his parents. He was loved and respected by his schoolmates and all who knew him.  He peacefully passed  we believe into the bright and glorious beyond to be at rest with Jesus and to  away the coming of father, mother, one brother and two sisters. His departure  occurred July 4, 1907, aged 17 years 11 months 6 days.  Funeral services  were held at Parkeville church July 6 by Rev. E. E. Kuhn after which he was laid  to rest in the Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Pall bearers were his classmates. There  were many beautiful floral offerings among which was a beautiful pillow  presented by the Ladies Aid Society of the Parkeville church. He is gone but  not forgotten.

 

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The Dooley-Shelburne family reunion was recently held at Whitestown in Boone county.  The Lebanon Patriot gave a report of the occasion and says:

          One of the most impressive events of the day was the address delivered by Rev. Alvah H. Dooley, the veteran minister who is greatly beloved by all his relatives as well as others of his acquaintance.  his presence served as an inspiration and a benediction and his remarks produced a most profound impression.  He is almost eighty years of age and nearly all his life he has been engaged in the ministry.  Taking “Old Age” as his subject, the venerable Mr. Dooley said in part:

          David, when drawing near to old age, recognized the fact that God had been with him and blessed him in all the stormy scenes of life.

          Looking forward to his few remaining years, he uttered these pathetic words: (Psalms 71-18) “Now, when I am old and gray-headed, O, God, forsake me not until I have shown Thy strength to the generation and Thy power to everyone who is to come.” Again says this old servant, “Cast me not off in the time of old age: forget me not when my strength faileth” Our years dear friends, pass along rapidly.  Some of us are already old and all are hastening on to the period.  I myself am an old man living on borrowed time.  “One of the severest trials of old age is the loss of friends and associates of youth.  Our schoolmates, our fathers and mothers, many of our brothers and sisters – gone!  These facts tell us that our sun of life is far down in the western horizon.  I am intimately acquainted with a friend in Parke county who is now in his 66th years of age, whose parents are both living.   This is a rare instance of the kind for this period of time.  Nearly forty years ago I mad acquaintance and began to labor with a number of congregations and communities in northern Indiana, which lasted just twenty ears.  A few weeks ago, after an absence of almost a score of years, I visited that field and its many homes.  Oh, how sad I felt when I saw and realized the vacancies made by the departed loved ones and remembered the once cheerful voices now silent forever.

          But there are many pleasures in old age. “God is love,” and in his merciful kindness he makes provision for all classes of people.  He promises that “as thy days are, so shall they strength be.”  But this is true only of the people of God.  Without hope and without God, life is desolate.

 

Seventieth Birthday Celebration

          Mrs. Rachel Hutton, living a half mile east of Marshall, was on Sunday, Oct 20, reminded in a most pleasant manner that she was 70 years old: that she has hosts of friends, who would gladly et apart a day in which to honor her long and useful life and keep green the love and esteem she has so grandly won at the cost of 70 years of right living.

          The beautiful October Sunday with its gorgeous tints and colors and bracing breezes found her an attentive listener at Bethany church.  High noon found her in company with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Weatherford and Aunt Mary Weatherford driving up to her beautiful home lawn in almost childish glee at prospect of entertaining three of her most cherished friends and kinsmen.  Upon arriving at home she found that a host of friends and kinsmen had made arrangements in which she had not been consulted.  Her home was literally full of people all bent on making the day one of the best she had ever experience in her long life.  Of course, she could not work out all the details in a minute that we had been at for weeks, but she rapidly gained her composure and presided like a queen, not omitting the least detail that always has been her gift as hostess.  All her children and grandchildren and all her brothers and sisters except Mrs. James Carter (who was kept away by sickness) were there.  Her children had provided a dinner “fit for ye gods” in fact, nothing was lacking that careful forethought could provide. After spending several hours in feasting, singing, rejoicing and listening to old reminiscences we reluctantly went our way with the earnest wish that Aunt Rachel may have many of these recurring dates.   A Friend.

 

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Nevins-Rinker

 

Two hundred and fifty invitations were issued by Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Rinker for the marriage of their daughter, Fly Ethel to Mr. Harold R. Nevins which took place Wednesday Nov 14 at 2:30.  The Rinker home near Brooklyn is one of the larges and most modern country homes in the state and for this event was doubly attractive with the festal decorations of pink and white carnations and roses throughout the house.  Mrs. Lou Cragon played the wedding music that preceded the ceremony, Miss Bernice Rinker singing "Believe Me if All Those Endearing Young Charms," and Mrs. Hallie Gilbert sang, "O, Promise me."  For the entrance Miss Helen Robbins played the wedding march from Lohengrin during the ceremony.  Heart and Flowers.  Rev. Carl Barnett, Indianapolis pronounced the ceremony. Mrs. Allen Wylie, Bloomington was matron of honor, Mr. Allen Wylie, best man. The attended were Miss Aileen Owen, Indianapolis, Miss Anna Record, Brookville, Herbert Fields, Brooklyn; Murray Owen, Indianapolis.  After the vows were exchanged the guests were served with a buffet luncheon of ice cream, cake and punch, and congratulations were given in the parlors. A robe of oriental lace fashioned princess style over chiffon and silk with veil of tule caught in the coiffure with sprays of orange blossoms and the bouquet of bride's roses formed the beautiful costume of the young and pretty bride. The quantity of silver, cut glass and chins with a variety of other gifts for Mr. and Mrs. Nevins denoted a large circle of warm friends.  Mr. and Mrs. Nevins will be "at home" after Dec 1 to their friends at Rockville, Ind. where Mr. Nevins is well established in the furniture and undertaking business.  Martinsville Ind. Reporter. 

 

Newton-Smiley

The beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Modesitt, situated almost one mile east of Atherton was the scene of a pretty wedding Wednesday evening, Dec 30, when Mrs. Modesitt's sister, Miss Laura Newton was united in marriage to Thomas N. Smiley of Liberty, MO.  Promptly at 7:30 o'clock bride and groom entered the parlor unattended except by Rev. LE Sellars, pastor of the Central Christian Church of Terre Haute, who performed the ceremony to the strains of Lohengrin's wedding march played by Miss Longman also of Terre haute. They stood under a beautiful silver bell suspended from the ceiling, from which point also dropped rich festoons of arbor vitae in which white was intermingled. The bride carried a bouquet of bride's roses. During the ceremony, which was short but solemn, Miss Longman played soft, sweet music. The bride was a picture of loveliness in her wedding gown of Swiss batiste. The bodice was made with accordion plaited chiffon. It was made with drop yoke edged with valenciennes.  The skirt was cut entrain and was finished with several deep flounces. She wore no veil. A white rosebud was the ornament in her hair. The groom, who is a handsome man, was attired in the conventional black. The house was beautifully decorated in arbor vitae, which hung in festoons about the walls while fern leaves were in evidence upon lace curtains. The colors were green and white throughout.  An elegant three-course lap supper was served after which favors in the form of small knots of ribbon were pinned on each guest by a niece of the Bride, Miss Silvia Modesitt. Miss Newton is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Newton. The groom is the son of John S. Smiley, a farmer near Milligan, Ind. He has just finished a course in a veterinary school and located at Liberty, Mo which will be their home. Many beautiful and useful presents were received, a look at any of which will bring to either Mr. and Mrs. Smiley many precious and happy thoughts of the donors. Among those present from a distance were; George Modesitt, R. V. Newton and family; Prof. Ben Ogden and family, Mrs. Marshall, Misses Longman, Kadel and Ring of Terre Haute, CC Modesitt of Michigan; Mrs. Margaret Hesler of Milligan, Ind., Miss Clara Wolf of Sanford.

 

Sudden Death at Judson.

Jonathan SMITH, age 68 who lived with his son-in-law, Wm. Clark at Judson was found dead in his bed at an early hour Monday morning.  Mr. Smith had been down town, but feeling badly returned to the house, took off his shoes and lay down on the bed in his room.  Later an unusual noise was heard in the room which attracted attention and on investigation it was found his life had flown. Coroner Peare was summoned and after holding an inquest decided that death was due to cerebral hemorrhage. Mr. Smith came from KY some 12 or 15 years ago.  He was the father of Toney Smith, dairyman, living south of Rockville.  His wife died a few months ago.  Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church in Judson yesterday. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery.

 

 

Mrs. Mary T. DOOLEY, wife of Rev. A.H. Dooley died at the home of EG Lanning, Tuesday afternoon, age 71 years.  Short services were held at the house at 9:30 Thursday morning after which the remains were taken to the Baptist Church at Hollandsburg, where services were held, conducted by Rev. SK Fuson assisted by Rev. WH Vancleave. interment at Mt. Moriah north of Hollandsburg.

 

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At noon yesterday Moses R. Burks of Greene township was married to Miss Mary Bulion, Rev. CE Downey of Bellmore officiating. The wedding took place at the Bulion home, east of Rockville, about 40 immediate relatives and friends being present. The bride wore a beautiful gun meat satin mousseline gown. Following the ceremony a delicious wedding dinner was served. Today a reception is given at the home of Rice Burks, southeast of Judson. Mr. and Mrs. Burks are both well known and certainly hundreds of friends wish them the greatest happiness. They will reside on a farm

 

Married

By Z.D. Maris, Jan 26 at his home in Rockville, Charles C. Gastineau and Geraldine McCammon, both of Parke County.

 

Married

By Justice Bryant at his office Feb 14, Jesse C. Adams and Lillian May Hartman both of this county.

 

 By Justice Bryant at his office Feb 18 Sanford E. Hall and Lola M. McClure, both of this county.

 

Married, at the home of the bride by Rev. C. Airhart, Mrs. Mary Miller to Frank Crooks Wed Sept 18.

 

Invitations have been issued to the wedding of Miss Nora May DePlanty, former clerk at Whipple's store to Oliver D. Switzer of near Mansfield. The wedding will take place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Deplanty, near Mansfield next Sunday evening at 6 o'clock. Only relatives and a few friends are invited.

 

A very pretty wedding took place Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Presbyterian parsonage in Russellville, when Milford Milligan of Waveland and Miss Ruby Strong were united in marriage, the Rev. Mr. Ulay officiating.  The bride wore a pretty brown traveling suit.  None but relatives were present.  Immediately after the ceremony they departed amidst a shower of rice for a short stay in Indianapolis.  The wedding came as a surprise to the many friends of this popular young couple.  There is much regret among the bride’s high school friends with whom she has been a favorite.  Mr. and Mrs. Milligan will be at home to their friends after march 10 at Fairhome.  We wish them a happy and prosperous future.

 

A Floral Social

          Miss Grace Ball of Hollandsburg gave a social at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Ball, for the Bellmore high school Wednesday evening. Dec. 18.  About 32 responded to the invitations and an enjoyable evening as spent in games, music and other amusements, after which a two-course supper was served.  The dining room was beautifully decorated in red and white, with cut flowers and holly.  In the center of the table was a cube bearing the letters. “B. H. S.” for honor of the Bellmore high school.

          A floral contest was then participated in by the entire school and pencil and paper were given to the guests and the one giving the correct answer was awarded a beautiful bouquet of cut flowers.  Miss Mary Connelly was the successful contestant.  A flora wedding contest was next in order, the guest being given question pertaining to a wedding, each to be answered by the name of a flower.  Miss Beulah Moore received the prize for having the correct answers.  Those who assisted in entertaining were Mr. and Mrs. Clay Shalley and Miss Maud Stout.   A. Guest

 

Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Harrison highly entertained about 60 young ladies and gentlemen at a watch party last Tuesday night.  At 11 o’clock a delicious oyster supper was served in the dining room to which al did their duty.  Assisting hostess’ were, Mrs. Eva Glosson of near Marshall, Mrs. Belle Sneath, Misses Love Skelton and Bertha Sneath.  Out of town guests were, Robert and Miss Bessie Foncannon, Misses Lillian Moring, Nellie and Ollie, Rowe, Rockville: Misses Alta Lewis, Chloe Marshall of near Mecca; George Boyd, East Rockville, Misses Merle Fulwider, Claude Phillips and LaVerne Reed.   Bellmore: Misses Mabel Teague, Alice and Gertrude Glosson of Marshall; Omar and Miss Ola Burford, Union Chapel: Thad Moore, east of Judson.

 

 

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Mrs. Francis M. Anderson retired apparently in usual health Friday night and expired a short time after 11 o’clock.  She had been subject to attacks of heart trouble which is supposed to have been the cause of her death.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. A. D. Maris at the home, southeast of Rockville, Sunday afternoon, burial in Mt. Olivet cemetery at Catlin.   Susan Minerva Overpeck was born Feb. 19, 1849, her age being 57 years, 8 months and 20 days at the time of her death.  She was married to John Gray, June 9, 1872 of which union two children were born, one dying in infancy, and one, a son, at the age of 24 years.  Several years following the death of Mr. Gray she remained a widow, until her marriage to Francis M. Anderson may 23, 1899 – a most happy union.  She united with the M. E. church at the age of 23, and lived a life entirely consistent with this faith, - one of broad, liberal Christianity, reflected in her every act of daily life.  She endeared herself to many who will long cherish a fond memory of her loving, noble character.

 

Seward-Martin

          A pretty Christmas wedding took place Christmas eve at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Seward, in Ferndale, the bride being their daughter, Miss Ethel Lenore Seward, and the bridegroom, Mr. Willard Martin.  The ceremony was performed by Re. J. M. McHargue of Kingman, in the presence of the relatives and intimate friends of the couple.  While Mrs. Lawrence Spencer played Lohengrin’s wedding march the bridal party descended the stairs and marched to the altar in the parlor where they stood under a white wedding bell and an arch of greenery, while the ceremony was pronounced in a beautiful and impressive manner.  The bride’s only attendant was Miss Pearl M. Seward, her sister, the best man was Charles A. Spencer.  The bride’s gown was of cream taffeta silk made a shirred costume and trimmed in lace and ribbon.  Miss Seward wore a pale blue crepe de chine trimmed in lace and ribbons.  After congratulations a two course supper was served, the table being decorated in white and green.  The wedding gifts were beautiful and appropriate including linen, china and silver.  The bride is the accomplished daughter of one of Parke county’s successful school teachers, the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Martin.  Both young people are very popular with a large circle of friends who rejoice in their union and wish them many years of unbroken happiness and prosperity.  Mr. and Mrs. Martin will be at home after New Years day in Ferndale.

 

Obituary

          Miss Susie Wiser wife of C. C. Wiser and daughter of James H. and Isabelle Griffith departed this life, Feb. 14 ’96.  The following is her obituary, written by her a short time before her death, as she had a presentiment that she would not survive the trying ordeal which she had to pass.  “Susie Wiser was born at Parkeville, Feb. 21, 1875, and united with the Christian church, Jan 12, 1892.  I have tried, in my weak way to lead a Christian life and hope I have not been a stumbling block for anyone, and that I have lived to be the cause of some poor sinner turning to Christ.  I hope that my dear husband will some day, if not soon, see that he is going wrong and turn to the Lord before it is everlastingly too late, is my prayer for him.  I was married to Charlie C. Wiser, Nov. 10, 1894, with whom I have lived for one year and one month, enjoying the happiest days of my life.”

          Mrs. Wiser’s illness was attended with the greatest suffering.  The funeral was preached at the Parkeville church by Rev. Smith.  The deceased leaves a husband, father and mother, two sisters and a host of friends to mourn her untimely loss.  Interment took place at Mt. Moriah, to which an infant child preceded her the Thursday before.

 

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Craig-Branson

          A beautiful wedding as that at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Branson, last Thursday evening, Nov 14, at 8 o’clock when their daughter, Miss Clo, was married to Bernard C. Craig of Brazil.

          While Mrs. Carl Rutter played Lohengrin’s wedding march the bride and groom entered the parlor which was decorated with white chrysanthemums and smilax.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. D. D. Hoagland of the Methodist church in a very impressive manner.

          The bride wore a gown of white chiffon taffeta, trimmed in princess lace, and carried bride’s roses.

          After congratulations a two-course supper was served.  The dining room was decorated in pink chrysanthemums, the bride’s table being adorned with a basket of ping and white carnations and roses, placed on a mirror in the center of the table. At this table were seated the bride and groom, Misses Alma Coleman and Lora Hadley of Bloomingdale, classmates of the bride, and Messrs. Charles A. Crawford and Herrman Gruenholtz of Terre haute, classmates of the groom.

          The bride cut the bride’s cake and Miss Wilhelmina Lank past it on a plate that was given the bride’s grandmother by the latter’s father, a priceless heirloom of Mrs. Branson.

          Mr. and Mrs. Craig left on the 10:30 train that night for thief home in Brazil where the house had been furnished by the groom.  The bride’s traveling suit was of navy blue.  They departed from the house amid showers of rice and the happy bride threw her bouquet of roses at the merry crowd.

          About one hundred friends and relative attended the wedding.  Many valuable and beautiful presents were bestowed on the couple of cut glass, Havilland and hand-painted china, silverware and fancy work.  A fine clock in a glass case was presented by the court house people and members of Rockville bar.

          The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Branson and was a successful music teacher here, leaving a large class of pupils.

          The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. North Craig and is succeeding in the practice of law at Brazil.  He studied in Maxwell’s office here and is widely known in the county.

          Those who assisted the hostess in serving were: Misses Susie and Evelyn Moore, Mary Frances Ferguson, Beulah Wimmer, Mary Webb and Mrs. D. M. Carlisle.

          Out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. North Craig of Chrisman, Ill, Mrs. Seely, Mrs. Weller, Hermann Gruenholtz and Charles A. Crawford of Terre Haute; Miss Lank of Greencastle; Mr. and Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Ella Scott of Indianapolis; Miss Beulah and Franz Wimmer of Sullivan, Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Farley of Covington, Va.; Mr. and Mrs. Webb and daughter Mary of Russellville, Mrs. Jones of Ridgefarm, Ill., and other different parts of Parke county.

 

Death of “Polk” Puett

          William Pratt Puett, generally known as “Polk” , died at his home in Rockville Saturday of tuberculosis.  His death came as a surprise to his friends as he was thought to be a vigorous man.  Funeral services were held at the family residence Monday afternoon, which were largely attended.  He was the son of Johnson and Patsy Puett, born Feb. 7, 1842, died Feb 29, 1908, age 66 years.  He was married to Louisa Nutgrass Jan. 21, 1862 and four children were born, Carrie, Howard, Fred and Alex.  The deceased leaves a wife, three children, eight grandchildren, one great-grand child and two brothers, Lewis and Alex.  He bore his sickness with great patience.  He called all his children to his bed on Thursday night and said, “Jesus suffered and died for me and I can suffer and die for Him. I am going to rest, be good children and meet me there where I’ll be waiting.

 

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Obituary

Cyrena Alice, beloved daughter of George and Elmina Davis, was born in Marshall Oct. 4, 1884 and died Sept. 18, 1906; aged 21 years, 11 months and 14 days.  She was converted to the Christian religion during Rev. F. W. Hixson’s ministry and was always a true and earnest believer in the teachings of God.  Her long sickness of thirteen weeks of sever pain and suffering she bore with great patience and fortitude, often assuring loved ones that all was well with her soul.  She knew that she soon would leave them but urged them not to weep and mourn for her when she was gone.  Her loving, tender nature never failed to manifest itself by the sympathy that she always expressed for the ear ones.  She realized how lonely the home would be without her for she always said when speaking of her departure that she hated to leave “pa, ma, and Will”.  With her sweet and cheerful disposition she was a real sunbeam in the home.  She leaves to mourn her loss, a father and mother, two brothers, Edwin and Will; three sisters, Mrs. Harry Myers, Mrs. Fred Maris and Mrs. Elmer Maris.  While we can not understand God’s divine plans in dealing with us, we know that He doith all things well, and now that Rena is resting in the arms of Jesus, Heaven will be nearer and Christ dearer than he has ever been before.

          The funeral service was conducted by Rev. F. W. Hixson, assisted by Rev. Z. D. Maris and Rev. S. K. Fuson. Wednesday at the M. E. church at 2 o’clock.  There were many beautiful floral offerings.  The remains were laid to rest in the Bethany cemetery.

 

Married

At the home of Mrs. Minerva McCutcheon, her daughter, Nellie, to Fred McBride, by Rev. McNeal, Jan. 1, 1907

 

By Squire Bryant at the clerk’s office on Jan. 5, 1907, Samuel B. Sharp of Bellmore and Martha Jane Goforth.

 

By S. K. Fuson, at his residence in Rockville, Jan. 25, Albert L. Jerome and Miss Flo Smith

 

Miss Cinda Swaim died Sunday evening with that contagious disease consumption at the age of 52 years.  She was a faithful member at Mt. Moriah and though well of by every one and leaves a host of friends and relatives to mourn her death.  Her funeral was preached Monday evening at 6 o’clock at Mt. Moriah by Revs. Airhart and Collings after which the remains were laid to rest in the Mt. Moriah cemetery.

 

Obituary

Sarah Elizabeth Pulliam was born in Shelby county, Iowa, December 28, 1885; died Jun 9, 1904, age 18 years, 5 months and 12 days.

          These few lines very sorrowfully proclaim the fact that the grim monster has entered our community again with his keen sickle and has cut down another love one.  Her illness was of about four weeks duration, which time she was very patient and never murmured, but in spite of the combined efforts of two kind physicians and the constant attention of a trained nurse, death has closed her earthly career.  Thus, we are confronted with the certain and unmistakable evidence that lie is uncertain and death is sure. 

          The deceased assisted to operate the Milligan telephone exchange for three years and in this position she rendered entire satisfaction.  Her gentle voice that was always ready to greet the callers into the exchange will be sadly missed.

          Her life as an exemplary one and is worthy to be emulated by her many associates who are now deprived of the association of a lovely flower that has been plucked from their social garden.  She is gone and how lonely and dark is the picture; but let us look on the other side and we can see a beautiful light.  It is the penetrating rays of the Son of righteousness shining forth from a sky of infinite love, it is He who came into the world and suffered, bled and died, and went into the tomb, and arouse again on the third morning, obtaining victory over death and the grave, and by this complete victory he will release the shackles of death from everyone of his children.  Therefore, dear mourners, look unto Him and remember that His vigilant eye will ever watch the little mound that marks the sleeping place of your beloved one.  May he who is a friend to the widow and a father to the fatherless permit the mother, brother, two sisters and all those who are tossed upon a sea of sorrow to repairs to the inviting shades of His eternal love that they may find rest, and that they may find sweet consolation in the immutable and happyfying the declaration of Jesus Christ, “Because I live she shall live also.”

          The funeral occurred at the Mt. Moriah church, Friday afternoon, Elder Airhart officiating.

 

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Martha Jane, daughter of Robert L. and Eliza A. Buckler, was born Jan 4 (possibly 14 or 24 - torn paper) and died June 19, 1907 age 58 year 4 months and 25 days. She was married to John W. Reed Dec 19, 1866. To this union were born 3 sons and one daughter. One son died when 3 years of age and the husband died Aug 18, 1904. Two sons and the daughter, a grandson, two brothers and two sisters still surviving her. On the evening of the 19th he done she done the milking for her brother's family who were away. Her daughter called her by telephone after she had returned home and talked to her. One son and his wife called on her after supper and styled till about 8 o'clock. After they had gone she called up her grandson and talked to him over the phone and she went then and called on one of her neighbors a few minutes. All this time and even during the day she seemed in about the same health she had been but she had been failing in health several weeks. Nearly 10 o'clock her neighbors heard her moaning and groaning and they hurried to her. She told them that something would have to be done and they called a doctor and her son and but she only lived a short time after they arrived. She had been a member of the ME Church for many years. She had her trials, troubles and heartaches but she tried to live the life of a Christian and bear her troubles the best she could. She was a good neighbor and a kind and loving mother. She was always ready in time of help or need doing all in her power that she was able to do. But her troubles of this life are over and now she has gone to meet those loved ones who have gone on before. She is gone but not forgotten and it is with us if we meet her in that and above where there will be no more trouble, sadness or parting of friends and loved ones. The funeral service was held at the ME Church by Rev. SK Fuson and Downey and the remains were laid to rest in Mt. Moriah Cemetery.

 

The many friends of Fred Skelton were surprised and shocked Monday morning on learning of his sudden and unexpected death which occurred Sunday night as he was being conveyed from the Vandalia Depot to the home of his father, Jeff Skelton on South Jefferson Street. For the past 4 months he has held a paying position with the Ohio Oil Company and was taken ill with tonsillitis in the construction camp near Sheridan, Ind. last week. Lying (?) fever developed and he grew worse rapidly until the doctors finding him beyond hope of recovery yielded to his desire to come home. The trip began Sunday morning his companion, Frank Vancleave, accompanying him and giving him the most tender care. On arrival here he was able to recognize his father and friends, but before reaching home the vital spark had gone out. Fred Skelton was born in Washington Twp, Parke Co Feb 11, 1885, and grew up on the farm, attending school at Marshall. Later when his parents moved to near Rockville, he attended the high school and made many warn friends among his schoolmates who recognized in him integrity of character and an admirable spirit of unselfishness and comradeship. He was a member of Howard Lodge IOOF in April of this year and brethren of the order had charge of last sad rites which marked the close of his all too brief career on earth. Funeral services by Rev. Minnie Thor? were conducted at Sand Creek Church Tuesday afternoon burial in Rowe Cemetery. The floral offerings were many and beautiful - one, a broken wheel from his classmates and comrades being particularly appropriate.

 

The home of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Collings was the scene of a happy event on Thursday evening Oct 25 at 8 p.m. in the marriage of their daughter, Jessie to Frank Ginn. A large number of friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony performed under an arch of beautiful ferns. Rev. Airhart of Roachdale pronounced the sacred words. Following congratulations refreshments were served in the dining room which was decorated with white. A large number of presents were received. Mr. and Mrs. Ginn will live with the bride's parents this winter.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Teague of Marshall celebrated their golden wedding Sunday.  Among those present was Al Teague a son who has been in Colorado for the past three years.

 

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Dollie Minerva Stone, daughter of Harrison and Emily Rukes was born February 3, 1884 and was called to the better land June 7, 1907, age 23, years, 4 months and 4 days.  She was converted at the age of 17 and united with the Methodist church at Bridgeton, her pure and beautiful life proving the sincerity of her professions.  She was married to Bart C. Stone, December 8, 1902.  To this unusually happy union was born one child, Vesta Mar??, who now at the tender age of 3 years is left motherless.            As a daughter she was remarkably dutiful and affectionate and a great favorite among her brothers and sisters.  This was shown by their unwearied attentions during her long illness and their sorrow at their loss.  As a wife one cannot describe the beauty of her home life and as another ever loving and solicitons? of the dear little one sent to bless that home.  She looked well to the ways of her household.  The heart of her husband did safely trust in her.  Having been born and raised in this community she had formed many friendships and was ever loyal to them.  The law of kindness was on her lips and many there are who are not related by ties of blood will mourn as for a dear sister  She was attacked by typhoid fever 11 weeks ago and through all that time was a patient sufferer – never at any time complaining, always hopeful for better health.  At one time it seemed as if she would get well, but a relapse occurred and although she was nursed with utmost untiring care and vigilance it became apparent on Monday, June 3, that she could not recover.  Upon being informed by her nurse that she would soon be called from among us, she said, “ Is it possible?  Well, His will be done, but I would like to live.  I am so young to die – pray for me.”  After prayer she sang in a sweet clear voice, “I Shall Cross the Stormy Tide, Some Sweet Day,” adding in a few minutes, “Jesus Lover of My Soul”, also, prayed that she might be spared for the sake of loved ones, but with meek submission said, God’s will be done – I am not afraid to die.”  Calling her husband to her bedside she talked to him with sweetest affection, tenderly bidding him to meet her in that land where there are no partings. Telling him how happy he had made her in their short married life, also, spoke with love and gratitude to her heart broken parents.  She requested her husband’s mother to raise her child, her own mother being in delicate health.  After this sweet converse she lapsed into a state of great suffering and from that time until Friday morning, June 7, her agony was indescribable,  through all she never murmured.  The ones who gave her the closest care and attention remarking on the wonderful patience with which she bore up.  At the above hour, the Savior called, “Come Home”, and her pure spirit took its flight to fairer worlds on high, leaving a void in the hearts of father and mother, husband and child, brother and sister which never can be filled.  Farewell Dollie, You live although the cold earth covers your lovely form, for the Master hath said, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, for they rest from their labors and their work ?low them.  The funeral services  took place at the residence of her father three miles east of Rosedale, she having gone to spend the day with her parents was taken violently sick there at the beginning of her fatal illness, her own home being three miles southwest of her father’s.  Services were conducted by Rev. Dunn, Sunday at 2 p.m. internment at the Rosedale cemetery.

 

Obituary

Loyd Antonias Lundgren, son of Cecil and Bessie Lundgren was born June 15, 1904; died September 11, 1906 ages 2 years, 2 months and 26 days.  ( rest of obituary torn)

 

Mrs. Goodwin, wife of Rev. E. A. Goodwin, died at Thorntown and was brought to Annapolis for service, Monday.  The burial was in Friends cemetery.

 

Miss Susie Batman left this morning accompanied by her sister, Miss Luciana, for St. Louis where she will be married at 6 o’clock this evening to Frank Rush formerly of Marshall.  The wedding will take place a the Second Presbyterian church after which they will leave for their future home at Waynesville, Mo., where Mr. Rush already has a home prepared.  Miss Batman is the accomplished daughter of Frank L. Batman and has a host of fast friends in Rockville where she has always lived.  Mr. Rush is the son of James Rush of Marshall, a graduate of Purdue and a young man of great promise being at present the head engineer of a construction crew building a railroad through the Ozark mountains.

 

Samuel Adams, aged about 60 years, was killed at mine No. 1 at Jessup Tuesday morning by falling a distance of 120 feet down the shaft.

 

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William Oliver SMILEY was born January 27, 1865 departed this life September 14, 1907, aged 42 years 7 months 17 days. He was married to Alta Banta December 1, 1901, who survives him. He had been a member of the Christian church at Parkeville a number of years. He lived a devoted Christian life, and believed the bible and all its teachings. He was born and spent the greater part of his life in the community where he died. He leaves besides his wife, father, mother, one brother, one sister and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. In his home, he was known as a kind and affectional husband, dutiful son, loving brother and good neighbor. His last illness was about two years duration but he was always patient and cheerful never complaining although his sufferings were great. He has left us the legacy of an untarnished name and we feel that he has gone not as a galley slave scourged to his dungeon but as one who wraps the drapery of his couch around him and lies down to peaceful dreams. His funeral was preached Monday at the Christian Church at Parkeville by Rev. Brattain of Indiana Springs and by Rev. VanCleave of Rockville after which the remains, followed by a large number of relatives and friends were laid to rest by the Masonic order of which he had long been a member in the Portland Mills Cemetery.

 

Spencer-Bain

James SPENCER of Richmond, Kansas and Mrs. Joseph Bain of Rockville were married last night at 11 o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. EG Lanning by Rev. AH Dooley. Mrs. Bain (sic) is a prominent member of the Royal Neighbors and Pythian Sisters of Rockville. They will remain here two weeks then make their home in KS. Mr. Spencer formerly lived in Portland Mills vicinity. The marriage is a surprise to their friends, Mr. Spencer arrived here yesterday and with Mrs. Bain went to Crawfordsville on the 6:20 train in the evening to see Mrs. Bain's son, Roy who is attending Wabash College. They returned on the 10:30 train and the marriage followed.

 

One of the handsomest weddings that has taken place in Rockville was that of Miss Mary Catherine Morris, second daughter of Dr. and Mrs. CC Morris, and Mr. Roger Harrison Miller of Garrettsville, Ohio at Memorial Presbyterian Church Wed Evening. The church was artistically decorated with potted plants and strands of southern smilax. Miss Stark seated at the organ played strains of bridal music while Mr. I. Russell Sandford sang 3 numbers: All for You, I Love you Seet and Ave Maria from Cavalleria Rusticana. As the music changed to Mendelssohn wedding march the bridal party entered the south aisle of the church the ushers, Mr. Howard Logan Hancock and Mr. Dick H. Ott coming first; the bridesmaids, Miss Ethel Brown and Miss Anna Hart, the matron of honor, Mrs. Dick H. Ott, sister of the bride, little Miss Mary Ott, a niece of the bride bearing the ring, and last the bride on the arm of her father. They were met at the altar by the minister, Rev. Thomas Brown, a uncle of the bride and Mr. Miller and his best man Mr. Howard Carlton of Cleveland. The bride wore a handsome gown of white broadcloth, trimmed in exquisite lace and was enveloped in a long tulle veil. She carried an arm bouquet of the lilies of the valley. Mrs. Ott's gown was a white net robe and she carried carnations. The bridesmaids wore white organdie dresses, trimmed in lace made over pink and carried pink roses. At the party left the church, Mrs. Sandford sang Because. After the ceremony the company repaired to the home of the bride where congratulations were offered. An elegant two-course supper was served. The bride and groom left on the 10:30 train for an eastern trip before returning tot her home at Garrettsville, Ohio.

 

:G. Washington HATFIELD, 64 a wealthy farmer of near Rockville came to this city yesterday to claim as his bride Miss Nellie White, a trained nurse. Miss White is 36 years his junior. The couple left for Marshall, Ind. at 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon where they were married yesterday evening by Rev. SK Fuson. Hatfield is one of the wealthiest farmers in the county, owning 30 (? 300?) acres of fine land five miles east of Rockville and he has a cash wealth in the neighborhood of $10,000 at a Rockville bank. It is said that since the groom became the owner of his father's land and money that he had not been outside of the county until yesterday, and was one of the hardest workers in the county. The couple were introduced by a friend at a social gathering at Rockville about two years ago.

 

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"Death of Francis R. Whipple"

After several months of severe suffering from a valvular affection of the heart, Frank R. Whipple passed to rest early Saturday morning, Sept 15, at his home in Rockville. Notwithstanding his painful affliction he continued more or less active until two days preceding his death. While it was known death might be expected at any moment the people of Rockville and Parke County were shocked when it came and found it hard to realize that one so amiable, so alert in business and so well known and liked had disappeared forever from their midst.  Funeral services were held at the family residence Monday afternoon and the large attendance well evidenced the popularity of the deceased. Business in Rockville was entirely suspended during the hours of the service, which was conducted by Dr. H.L. Nave. The choir of Memorial Presbyterian Church sang two hymns and WJ White and Mrs. WB Thomson beautifully rendered the duet, Some Day.  The honorary pall bearers were: ST Catlin; MH Case; Wm. M. Thomson; AK Stark; Jon N. Greer and Samuel Coble. Pall bearers were: SD Puett, Dr. WN Wirt, WN Carlisle, ES Brubeck, JS McCord and Howard Bryant, Members of the Grand Army and Silliman lodge Knights of Pythias attended the funeral each in a body and marched to the Rockville cemetery, where the internment took place. The following biographical sketch and tribute was read incident to the funeral services.  Francis R. Whipple was the second son of Francis Ryde and Mary VanDoren Whipple.  He was born in Sullivan Co Ind. June 18, 1848. His father and mother were both descendants of those noble men and women who went from New England soon after the close of the Revolution and formed the first religious community in Ohio. His paternal grandfather was Commodore Whipple, an old seaman, who built the first full rigged ship that ever passed down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers to sea for an ocean voyage.  His maternal grandfather was General Putnam, who with General Tupper, Dr. Cutler, Samuel H. Parsons and Winthrope Sargent founded the Marieta community. Soon after their marriage the parents of Mr. Whipple came to Terre Haute where his father went into business. After a residence of near 15 years in Terre Haute the family moved to Rockville in 1861. Attending school in the old seminary and clerking in his father's tore occupied his boyhood days in Rockville until May 1864 when the name of FR Whipple was signed to the enlistment roll of 137th Ind. regiment. As he was only a lad of 16, his parents sought to induce him to remain at home, but so ardent was his desire to offer his service to his country that he was on the point of running away before he finally gained their permission to enlist. After nearly 4months of service at Bridgeport, Ala the young soldier received an honorable discharge. He returned to his home and again entered his father's store, where he remained as clerk until about 1870, when he went to Evansville to take employment with a large dry goods establishment. In 1874 he was induced to return to Rockville to go into the dry goods store of WH Harding, and afterwards entered the employ of Dr. AC Bates, practically conducting the large drug business of this establishment until 1880, when he formed a partnership in the dry goods business with the late Z. T. Overman. On 2 May 1882, Francis R. Whipple and Miss May Adams were married at the latter's home in Indianapolis.  Their only child, Elsie Helen was born in 1887. By t he death of Z. T. Overman in 1898, the partnership of Whipple & Overman terminated. Mr. Whipple then became sole proprietor of the store. Its business already large, grew steadily under his management until it became one of the recognized stable institutions of Parke County. With diligence the proprietor pursued his phenomenally successful career, once consenting to relinquish his work when compelled by complete physical exhaustion. An appreciation of the personal character of Francis R. Whipple requires a memory of much that has today passed out of our lives. He was a link between us and that old regime which few Rockville people can remember. The beautiful courtesy which endeared him to every human being with whom he came in contact was the reflection of a rare quality which, as a people, we have fairly lost. In the hurry of modern life we feel that we have no time for it. The fact that Mr. Whipple always found time for the gracious word, the warm hand shake, the pleasant smile while at the same time broadly comprehending and grasping all that was progressive in life and business was the source of his immense popularity with young and old, rich and poor. His humblest customer as well as the wealthiest and most noted business firm with whom he had dealings feels that in Mr. Whipple's death he has lost a personal friend. The home life of Francis R. Whipple was a record of faithfulness and devotion and the daily observation of the little courtesies and blessed amenities which in the care and worry of business so many people overlook. But he never forget them and the loved ones he leaves behind have the precious memory of unfailing thoughtfulness, kindness and affection.  In the social world Mr. Whipple will be greatly missed.  He was peculiarly constituted for social life. He loved his friends and enjoyed nothing better than meeting on social occasions and entertaining them at his own home. For many years the home which he now leaves forever has been a center of social life in Rockville and it is not too much to say that never again will the social gatherings of the older Rockville people regain what they have lost in his charming personality. The fine quality of Mr. Whipple's manhood shone brightest when he came to death. During all the months since he knew that the end was near his first thought was to conceal his suffering to save his friends and loved ones from distress. Even in his last moments when suffering intensely his thoughts were for them rather than himself. All the nobleness of this man's nature - the epitome of what he was and will remain as long as his friends survive to remember him was expressed in his last conscious words when a few hours before his death he said to his friends who were ministering to him,” Gentleman, I thank you.  Good night!" 

 

"Mrs. George W. Jacks"

Susan B. Asbury was born in the state of Kentucky June 15, 1831 and died October 16, 1907 age 76 years 4 months 1 day. She was the youngest child of Caleb and Nancy Asbury and the last member of their family to be claimed by death. She was married to George W. Jacks June 7, 1867. She joined the Methodist Church in early girlhood and remained faithful to its teachings to the close. A large number of friends and relatives followed the remains to the Mount Olivet church where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Maris & Turner after which the body was laid to rest in the nearby cemetery.

 

 

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Lola Dorothy STRAIN, eldest daughter of William and Mary L. Strain was born in Marshall, Ind. July 25, 1889 and was taken ill December 13, 1906 - the malady developing into tuberculosis which terminated in death at the home of her aunt in Rockville September 28, 1907.  She was a most patient sufferer, giving as little trouble as possible to those who waited upon her. Owing to her loving unselfish disposition she was loved by a large circle of friends whose every effort was to add to her comfort and mitigate her suffering. Since the family's removal to Williamsport she had been a faithful attendant at the ME Sunday School and Presbyterian Christian Endeavor and expressed a wish to come to Rockville and join the Presbyterian Church, where all her ancestors had belonged. Besides her father, mother, sister and two brothers, she leaves many friends who will sadly miss her happy face and loving smile.

 

 A Beautiful Country Wedding –

The wedding of Miss Hattie SPENCER and Fred H. SWAIM took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Spencer at 6 o'clock Wed evening Oct 30. The home was thrown open to about 130 guests and the rooms were decorated with ferns and chrysanthemums. 

The Mendelssohn's wedding march was played by Miss Maud Stout.  The bride was beautifully dressed in white organdy. She wore a bridal veil with orange blossoms in her hair and carried a shower bouquet of Bride's roses.  The groom wore the conventional black for the ceremony, which was performed by Rev. SK Fuson of Marhsall and took place in front of a triangular bank of ferns and yellow and white flowers. The color scheme of yellow and white was carried out in the dining room where draperies from different corners of the room were centered above the dining table. A two-course supper was served.

Among the large number of presents were many beautiful pieces of Havilland and silverware.

 The bride is one of the most popular young ladies in the eastern part of the county and one of the most successful school teachers. The groom is one of Parke County's well known horse men.

 At 9:30 the bride was dressed in a blue tailor suit and under showers of rice the young couple departed for a wedding trip. While it is unknown to their relatives and friends as to where they are going it is rumored that they will go to the Jamestown exposition but some believe they will  spend a few days in the south.

 

MARRIED -- by ZD Maris, Oct 16 at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Hopper of Minshall, James A. Cullen of Terre haute and Luella E. Hopper.

By Justice Bryant, Oct 16, Herman Staggs and Dollie Addens, both of Parke County.

 

Neet-Whitlock

The marriage of Jesse M. NEET and Miss Edna WHITLOCK took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Whitlock in Dana at 2 o'clock the afternoon of Sunday Oct 13, Rev. Mr. Patterson, pastor of the Presbyterian Church officiating. Only near relatives of the bride were present.  After the ceremony Mr. Neet and his bride drove overland to Rockville where they at once began housekeeping in the Blair home in North Jefferson Street which had been furnished beforehand. The bride has been a school teacher in Vermillion County and is one of Dana's most popular and accomplished young women, Supt. Neet is of course well known as one of the very best school superintendents Parke County has had and his friends in all parts of the county wish him the greatest happiness

 

Lucinda F. SWAIM, daughter of James T. and Elizabeth Peyton was born February 15, 1885, died August 11, 1907, age 52 years 5 months 25 days; was married to D. M. Swaim, September 8, 1878. To them were born 8 children, 4 girls and 4 boys: Mary E; Nora B; Sallie E; Ina T; Georgia F; Jessie C; Charlie O and James E, 3 boys preceding her to that blessed sleep from which none ever wake to weep, Georgia, Jessie and Otho.  Cindia was a loving wife, an affectionate mother, always ready to do anything she thought would be of comfort to her family and ever ready to give a helping hand to the needy. Funeral services were conducted by Revs. Airhart and Collings after which the remains were laid to rest in Mt. Moriah Cemetery

 

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Miss Alcie Williamson, only daughter of Dr. A. A. Williamson and wife, was married to Frank Horn, Wednesday evening, Sept., 12, at 8 o’clock, by Rev. F. W. Hixson in the presence of 35 guests at the home of the bride. The parlor was tastefully decorated with pot plants and flowers.  Miss Ella Williamson of Indianapolis, cousin of the bride, and Bert Randolph of Danville, Ind., were attendants.  Myrtle Osborn played the wedding march, “Hearts and Flowers.”  After the ceremony the bride and groom, attendants, with Rev. Hixson and wife and son Jerome, were seated at the bride’s table while the other guests were seated and refreshments served in three courses.  Mrs. Williamson was assisted by Mesdames Lulu Newlin, Mary Osborn, Misses Merriah Teague, Maud Williamson and Edith Newlin and Clarence Teague.  Mr. and Mrs. Horn are among the best people Marshall has and they carry the best wishes of the town and community.

 

George Akers and Ruth Collings were united in marriage, Wednesday evening .  The best wishes of many friends in this vicinity go with them.

 

Henry Akers of this place and Miss Millerman of Parkeville were married, Saturday evening.  Their Otterbein friends wish them happiness.

 

 

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Harmless-Payton

Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Payton who reside in Parke County SW of Waveland occurred the marriage of their oldest daughter Miss Zora Dean and Mr. Charles L. Harmless.  The nuptial even was witnessed by about 100 guests, Rev. Ray Collings performed the ceremony. It was a pink and white wedding and the color scheme was carried out in the decorations, in the dresses of the bride and her bridesmaid and in the refreshments. Before the ceremony Miss Stella Conner of Waveland gave a recital which was very much appreciated by the assembled guests.  At the appointed hour she changed the tune to the Lohengrin wedding march to the strains of which the bridal party entered the parlor. Following the minister, Rev. Ray Collings of Milligan, the bridesmaid, Miss Grace Payton, sister of the bride and Mrs. Fred Jessup, the groom's best man, descended the stairway and entered the ceremony room. They were followed by the bride and groom. They formed a semi-circle before the minister who stood directly in front of a lace canopy draped with large white and pink carnations. Suspended from the ceiling directly over the bridal party was large wedding bell made of carnations of the same color. After the minister performed the ceremony Miss Conner played Mendelssohn's march as the bride and groom led the way to the dining room where light refreshments were served. The bride wore a handsome princess gown of white lingerie over silk trimmed with delicate lace. She carried an arm bouquet of white carnations. Miss Payton wore a pretty pink dress of similar texture and fashioned in the same style.  She carried pink carnations. The home was arranged throughout with pink and white carnations with springs of smilax appropriately intermingled.  The groom is a well known young farmer and had already pre pared a home for his bride who is one of the popular young ladies of the neighborhood where she resides. They will take up their residence at once in this new home near Milligan.

 

Invitations are out announcing the marriage of Howard Johnson and Nellie Owens, Tuesday evening March 31; also of Claude Harmless to Zora Peyton next Sunday, April 5. Congratulations to the two couples.

 

Married.

On Wednesday evening last occurred the wedding of Miss Grace Brubeck to Herman Hamontree at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brubeck north of Catlin. Only near relatives were present. The groom, whose home is in Independence, Ks had been working for the Ohio Oil Co at Catlin for the past year.

 

Mrs. James Catlin, who died on Sunday with pneumonia, was buried at the Adams cemetery near Minshall on Tuesday.  The husband and little children have the sympathy of our people in their great loss.

 

A School of Long Ago

          In the winters of 1840 and ’41 I attended school at the Linn thicket or Jack school house, the first winter taught by Samuel Ramsey, the second by my father, John Dooley.  The house was built mostly, if not wholly, of Linn logs, long seats without back, a narrow window the whole length of the wall, and a great backlog fireplace, while the hats, caps, bonnets and wraps were promiscuously hung in one corner.  The dinner baskets and buckets were arranged to suit the taste and convenience of those who brought them.  These were the adornments and the furniture of the school room.  Probably there were no less than 50 pupils in attendance at these schools.  So far as known to the writer, the following names are the living pupils today: P. D. Johnson, Morgan McClain, Mrs. Harmon Pulliam, William J. Collings, Descom John Collings, Jesse Collings, Alexander Stark, Nancy J. Melton, John Carver, Adam Jack, Frank Shally, Mrs. Sallay Sutton, Mrs. Mary Rush, Mrs. Perry Blake, with myself makes 15.  After a lapse of 68 years is there another country school in Parke county that can make such a record of living pupils?     Alvah H. Dooley

 

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Mrs. Nettie MORLAN, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles MAY was born in Putnam County, Indiana August 15, 1884; died December 20, 1906 aged 22 years 4 months 5 days. She was united in marriage to Oscar Morlan, August 26, 1902. To this union was born two daughters, the oldest having preceded her in death. She united with the United Brethren Church the year of 1900, under the pasturage of Rev. Sherrill. She had been ailing in health for a long time. But she took her bed Sept 14 and continued so until her death.  She bore her sickness with great patience and was never heard to murmur although she suffered great agony at times. She had all the care that loving hands could give, but death claimed his reward and was called her to her heavenly home.  She leaves her father, mother, husband, and a bright-eyed little girl, Hazel May, aged 16 months; 2 sisters, 4 brothers and a host of other relatives and friends. She will be sadly missed for she was of a friendly and jolly disposition. She always tried to live a Christian life, trying to obey God in all things and who told by the doctor that he could give her no further relief she expressed desire to stay with family and friends a while longer, but saying, "If it is God's will, I am prepared and willing to go any time He calls me. The funeral services were held at Farmer's Chapel Saturday at 11 o'clock by Rev. Kelly. Interment in cemetery near by. 

 

 

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Obituary.

Sylvia Smiley, daughter of William and Melissa Smiley Hazlett, was born August 4, 1892; departed this life September 4, 1907, age 15 years and 1 month. Her illness was of short duration but was borne with the gentle, sweet submission which so clearly characterized her entire life.  And wile disease was fastening its hold upon her vitality, depriving her of the sweet companionship of her friends and as also the education she so much desire, the sunny, cheerful disposition blossomed forth in its full glory, leaving as evidence and consolation to the grief stricken family the beautiful spirit and loving faith of the true Christian.  Sylvia was the possessor of an unusually bright mind.  At the early age of 13 she graduated from the common school and at the age of 14 entered the Rockville high school, where she was stricken with her fatal illness.  After spending five months in diligent study and making the grades on which her parents can justly look with pride, and where she enjoyed the greatest respect and confidence of her teachers and the love and admiration of her classmates. She loved and enjoyed her home and family and while her gentle, ladylike manners made her a general favorite of all who knew her, her greatest comfort and pleasure in life was when surrounded by the family in her own home.  But now the little circle is broken.  The chair is vacant, the voice is stilled.  The beautiful devotion of the father and mother who so tenderly cherished their child thru the few months of her affection, as also the tender care and love of the one remaining brother and sister are most commendable and will certainly be to them a great comfort in this their time of deepest sorrow.  There funeral services were conducted by Ref. J. C. Ashley of Indianapolis a from the Christian church at Parkville at 11 o’clock on Saturday where a large number of relatives and friends viewed the remains….

 

Obituary.

Elizabeth Judson Buchanan was born June 27, 1845; was united in marriage with John McMurtry September 27, 1864 and became a member of the Bethany Presbyterian church February 4, 1866, under the ministry of her uncle, William Y. Allen.  Elizabeth was a child of the covenant and belonged to a long line of ancestry that had been pioneers in the early settlement of Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana and wherever providence cast their lot they set up altars for the worship of the God of Abraham and rested on the promises that he would be a God to them and their children.  To this service we may attribute her trust in Christ during her last days of suffering.  In hours of pain she would long to be absent from the body and enter into the joys o the Lord that she knew awaited her.  During her last hours she said she had no doubts to trouble her.  She had ever been faithful in the Missionary society, the Sunday school and the church.  No disappointments of life or pleasures of the world were permitted to swerve her from her purpose of the Lord,.  Her evening has come and the master of the vineyard has called her to come and receive the reward.  She leaves her husband, two children and two grandchildren and a large circle of relative and friends to mourn her departure which occurred at 9 p.m. September 12, 1907. Truly a mother in Israel has fallen.

 

At Waveland on Sept., 19, 8 o’clock a pretty wedding took place at the home of Sw. W. McCormick, when Miss Drew was united in marriage to Wilbur Spencer of this place.  The house was decorated with golden-rod and Smilax.  The bride wore a lovely white organdie gown and carried bride’s roses.  The wedding march was played by Olive Hampton, and during the ceremony she softly sang, “Because” and Promise Me”  Refreshments were served immediately after the ceremony.  The happy couple took an automobile drive that night to Terre Haute, where they remained until Friday evening.  A reception was given at the home of Mr. Spencer, Saturday to which a number of guests were invited.  Mr. and Mrs. Spencer will live near Crawfordsville.

 

 

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Obituary.

James Curtis, beloved son of Joseph and Jennie Beatty, was born March 14, 1905, died September 23, 1906, aged 1 year, 6 months and 9 days.  He was a loving baby, too fair to bloom in this world of sorrow, so the kind Father plucked the bud ere it had been blighted in this world of sin and care.  The silver cord of life was snapped and by it a sweet and loving soul was permitted to enter the haven of rest.  His days on earth were few and sweet and at the last full of pain but we know that through the eternal ages he will have peace and happiness in heaven.  A vacancy is made that this world can never fill, but our darling is gone home to meet his Savior in the better land where we all can meet Him if faithful to the end.  he leaves to mourn his loss, father and mother and a 6 year old brother and a host of other relatives and friends.  Funeral services were held at Friendly Grove church, conducted by Rev. Silas Adams, after which the remains were laid to rest in Adams cemetery.

 

Wheelan-Scott

Last Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock was solemnized the marriage of Miss Frances Emma Scott and Richard W. Wheelan.  The wedding occurred at the old Huey place, north of Rockville, the home of the bride, ant the ceremony was performed by Miss DeElla Leonard of the Friends church, Bloomingdale.  The attendants ere Paul Yow and Miss Martha Bennet of Bloomingdale.

The wedding party entered the parlor of the strains of Mendelssohn’s wedding march played by Mrs. Warren Goldsberry and “Hearts and Flowers” was played during the ceremony.  After congratulations delicious refreshments were served, Mrs. Emma Cook of Dana, sister of Mrs. Scott, Mrs. Rebecca Smith of Illinois, sister of Mr. Scott and Miss Lizzie Scott, cousin of the bride, assisting. Mr. and Mrs. William Cox, Messrs. Wheelan, brothers of the groom, Parke Vickery, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Swaim, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Goldsberry of Bloomingdale were among the attendants.

Many handsome presents of linen, silverware and china were given.  Mr. and Mrs. Wheelan will live of the present with her parents.

 

Rutter-Seller

The marriage of J. Carl Rutter and Miss Maud Seller will take place at 4 o’clock this afternoon at the home the groom has beautifully prepared in the Grinley cottage, next the Christian church in west High street, Rev. D. D. Hoagland of the Methodist church officiating.  The wedding is to be strictly private, none being present except the groom’s brother and wife.  Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rutter.  They will at once begin housekeeping where they are married.

Mr. Rutter is widely known as the recorder of Parke county.  He is a young man of most excellent qualities, born near Bridgeton where he has always lived.  For several years he taught in the schools of this county.  His bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Seller of Bridgeton vicinity.  She attended DePauw Music school and has fro some time been engages n teaching music.  She is a most estimable young woman.  The marriage is the culmination of a long courtship and there is every prospect of a long and happy married lie which their many friends sincerely hope for them.

 

Patton-Mosteller

The marriage of Frank Patton and Miss Mayre Mosteller occurred at 8 o’clock last Thursday evening, Rev. S. K. Fuson of Marshall officiating.  The wedding took place in their home in north Erie street, which had been neatly furnished for house keeping by the groom.  The house was tastefully decorated with pot plants and white roses.

The bride was prettily gowned in white silk crepe de chine and the groom wore the conventional black.  Besides the immediate family and the bride’s sister, those present were, Mrs. Mary Bain, with whom the bride roomed since coming to Rockville two years ago, the family of Stephen A. Pike and Arthur Rohm.  Immediately after congratulations delicious refreshments were served.

Mrs. Patton formerly lived in Brazil, coming here to accept a position as saleslady in the department store of George T. Howell, where she made many friends and acquaintances.

Mr. Patton is a promising young man and at present is our genial assistant postmaster.  Mr. and Mrs. Patton are excellent young people and have the best wishes of a host of friends.

 

 

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Obituary

Elizabeth WHIPPS was born July 3, 1858, died August 18, 1906, age 48 years, 1 month, 15 days.

Her native home was in Minnesota and in that state she was married April 6, 1882 to James Albert Jenkins, son of Wilson Jenkins. They came to this state immediately after their marriage and settled on their father's farm 3 miles west of Waveland and in this community they lived happily together until the heavenly father saw fit to call the husband home November 17, 1891.  To Albert and Lizzie were born two children: Myrtle and Lonnie, who were small at the time of their father's death and the mother deeply felt the responsibility of bringing to manhood and womanhood these dear ones God had given her.  Many were the days spent in severe toil in order that they might have a home, and many an hour has been spent in anxiety for their welfare. Her instruction and advice to them always were that they live upright godly lives and the lives of these dear children tell to the community how well they have heeded her instruction.  To them we would say, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all else shall be added.  One of the strongest characteristics of the departed was her kindliness of heart. Near did she see suffering but she endeavored to relieve; never did she find the down-trodden but she tried to comfort and greatly will her neighbors miss her when the cloud of sickness and death hangs over their doors.  Many times during her illness she spoke of God's goodness and mercy to her and often begged that strength might be given her to endure the intense pain she was called to bear. She expressed no fear of death and told her family more than once that she had made her peace with God and we believe she is at rest today. Besides the two children she leaves one son-in-law, two small grandchildren, 3 sister, 3 brothers and my other relatives and friends to still battle with the cares of this life while she is basking in the sunlight of God's love

 

On the evening of Oct 9 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Fisher occurred the marriage of their daughter, Grace to William H. Howard. The bridal party entered the east parlor to the strains of the wedding march played by Othello Frazier and took their places at an improvised alter (sic) decorated with potted plants, ferns and autumn leaves. The bride is a graduate of the Rockville HS. She looked charming in a gown of chiffon organdie cut princess entrain, trimmed in Irish point lace. Her veil was held in place by a jeweled ornament. She wore a turquoise necklace, a gift of the groom, and carried a shower bouquet of white carnations. The groom wore the conventional black. The attendants were Mrs. Daisy Frazier, sister of the bride, matron of honor and Miss Icy Cottrell bridesmaid were dresses in white and carried pink carnations, Lee Wheat of Indianapolis acted as best man. A three course supper was served. The groom is a prosperous young business man of Montezuma. The young couple will go to housekeeping immediately in a cozy home the groom has furnished. Many beautiful presents were received. The guests from a distance were; Charles Howard, brother of the groom, Hazleton; Miss Grace Thurgood, Vincennes; Miss Bessie Stroud, Princeton; Mr. and Mrs. OE Frazier, Cincinnati; Lee Wheat, Indianapolis; Homer pence and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gifford of Terre haute. The Rev. Mr. Patterson of Montezuma officiated

 

DIED - Sept 30, Fred Peyton, after an illness of two months of typhoid fever, resulting in congestion of the lungs. He came home sick while in the employ as bookkeeper of Vaughn & Casey of Crawfordsville. He was the oldest son of Wm. and Alice Peyton age 19 years 10 months 15 days. He leaves his father, mother, two brothers and three sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Funeral services by Revs. Collings and Whitlock at Mt. Moriah church Tuesday. Interment in the new cemetery nearby. The parents, brother and sisters wish to extend their thanks and gratitude to the many who were kind and sympathizing bringing beautiful floral tributes to their loved one who is the first to break the family circle

 

 

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Charlie Wallis of this neighborhood and Miss Ella Stuttler of Jessup were married Wed. We extend best wishes.

 

Miss Beulah Alexander of Parkeville and Barton W. Vanhook of Montezuma wee married by Squire Thomas at the home last Thursday evening.

 

Suicide.

A telegram announcing the death of Lee Presslor was received by his father who lives south of town, last Friday.  Lee had gone to work near Decatur, Ill., last August.  At this time he was about six miles from the above place where he applied at a farm residence to stay over night in the barn.  In the morning he was found dead with a bottle of carbolic acid near by which was the cause of his untimely demise.  His father together with Clare Connelly and Wm. hart, went over and brought the remains home Saturday.

After a short funeral service at the house Sunday, interment was made at Mt. Moriah cemetery.  Lee was the oldest son of Richard and Martha Presslor and was 26 years of age.  His many friends at his home here lament this saddest of deaths and the relatives have much sympathy.

 

National Bank Building Destroyed by Fire

Fire, originating in the office of Dr. Marion Goss, on the second floor, supposedly from a flue, destroyed the Rockville National bank building early Friday.  Mrs. May A. Whipple was first to give the alarm at 2:30 a.m. and guests of the Parke hotel, among them our former citizens Perry Benson and C. D. Renick with O. S. Morris, who lives north of the Whipple residence, were first to respond.  Their testimony goes far to show the crying need for even the smallest fire protection as they assert that the flames could easily have been check with a few hand grenades.  Alarms by the whistles of the mill and the light plant with the ringing of bells soon brought out nearly the entire population and then began a battle with the fire in which men, women and children worked steadily with buckets until dawn.  But the bucket brigade would not have sufficed to save the north side which would certainly have been destroyed had it not been for the timely arrival of the Bloomingdale chemical engine manned by as valorous and hare working crew of fire fighters as the state could produce – John Alexander, Dr. Hester, Allen Morrison and Fred Newlin.  The work these men performed and the service they rendered are not to be under estimated and Rockville will never cease to be grateful.  And the town is under no less obligations to the Terre Haute fire department, a detachment of which arrived at 6:30.  Stationing their engine at the mill pond they soon had a long line of hose laid and in no time extinguished the last threatening flame.  Their response as well as that by Bloomingdale was immediate, and the rejection of any offer of compensation evidenced a spirit which to say the least, touches the heart of every citizen.. Of the various tenants in the building al were losers.  The Masonic fraternity lost its records of 62 years – a loss irreparable.  A money estimate on equipment is placed at $1200 with no insurance.  One account book was saved.  The fraternity is now homeless and may build if a suitable lot can be found.  Puett & McFaddin’s elegant law office was destroyed, but much of their property was saved.  Their greatest loss was the common law library of the late Judge Maxwell.  They estimate their money loss at $500 with no insurance.  They are temporarily in rooms on the second floor of the Innis block.  Henry Daniels’ law office was insured for $500 but his loss will be $1000.  Fred Sheetes, in the same office, lost all his books and fixtures about $150 with no insurance.  Mr. Daniels at present has desk room in the north side room occupied by the National bank since the morning of the fire.  Mr. Sheetes is temporarily sharing Elwood Hunt’s office.  The Eastern Star has a loss of $100 with no insurance.  The Grand Army had $100 insurance with loss $60 in excess.  They lost valuable mementos of the war on which a money value could not be placed.  Dr. Goss’ insurance of $900 has been paid but his loss is $1800.  He is for the present in Hunnicutt’s store on the west side.  Hunnicutt’s goods were admirably handled and were taken at once to the vacant room in hotel block with only moderate damage considering the nature of the stock.  He had $1000 insurance which will not cover his loss by about $00.  The National bank’s loss is covered by insurance - $10,000 on the building and $1300 on the furniture.  In the spring a modern bank building will be erected on the old site.  If possible the ground on the west will be purchased and the building will be the full size of the lot.   It is to be two stories high provided the I. O. O. F. and Masonic fraternities do not desire to add a third story.  The practically undamaged condition of the bank vault which was opened Tuesday, determine the officials to build a temporary structure enclosing the vault, which will be used until the new bank is completed.  The old building was erected by Gen. George K. Steele in 1866 at a cost of $35,000 and was very carefully constructed, although the brick was not of the best.  At the time some deemed the investment was too heavy, and one well known gentlemen of the period dubbed it “Steele’s Folly.”