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Monroe Gazette, January 2, 1880

Sardis, Dec. 27, 1879

Ed. Gazette: Today finds us at leisure to write up a few items from this place.

On Christmas eve the citizens of Sardis held a festival in the "Sardis Hall," for the benefit of the M. E. Church. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, many persons were present, and a grand time was realized. The net proceeds of the evening was about $50.

On Christmas morning the Superintendent of the Sunday School called together the children of our town and gave them a handsome treat. Speeches were made by Rev. W. Martin and the children of Sardis realize amore enjoyable holiday morning.

A few days ago Dr. T. J. Roe's canary bird died, in it's seventeenth year. How's that for an "old bird"?

The schools of this place have closed till January 5th, 1880

Prof. Watson and lady have gone to visit friends in Graysville.

Mrs. Jennie and Miss Annie Knight, of Green Co., Pa., are visiting friends at this place.

Our town is at present, in a flourishing condition.

We will not enter into any controversy with your correspondents, but you will hear from us again.

Monroe Gazette, June 6, 1890

Sardis, May 31, 1890

Rev. Fisher preached a Memorial sermon here last Sunday evening. The J. O.U.A.M. attended in full regales, and made a favorable impression.

Decoration Day was duly observed. A large procession, consisting of the brass band and John Reithmiller Post, of Hannibal, S. of V., and Philip G. Bier Post of New Martinsville, S. S. and citizens of Sardis, proceeded to the cemetery where, after appropriate ceremonies, the graves were decorated. Interesting addresses were made by Revs. L. L. Fisher and Jas. Goddard.

Ed. Dunn, of the steamer "Ben Hur," and Miss Odie Adams, were married at Wheeling last Friday.

On last Monday Ed Frey and Miss Hattie Martin made a flying trip to Hannibal, where Rev. Fisher pronounced the words that made them husband and wife. The contracting couples have the best wishes of a large circle of friends.

May Harman is visiting in West Wheeling.

Mrs. Wm. Knight has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Jas. A. Watson, of Parkersburg, the past two weeks.

Mrs. Myra Roe, of Clarington, spent the first of this week with friends here.

Elmer Roe, of Allegheny, is shaking hands with the boys.

Monroe Gazette, July 3, 1890

Sardis, Ohio, June 24, 1890

On the evening of the 17th of June the Jr. O.U.A.M. held a festival in the town hall at Sardis. The refreshments consisting of supper and ice cram. The receipts of the evening were $43.49. The Council extends its thanks to the people of Sardis and the surrounding community for their liberal patronage and especially to those who assisted us in waiting on the tables. The festival was enjoyed by all, both in and out of the order, and taken altogether was avery pleasant affair. The Council was out in full regalia on Decoration Day and marched with the G.A.R. and took part in the exercises of the day.

The farmers are busy harvesting.

The rains on last Saturday were the most destructive that we have had in this section of the country for some years.

Mrs. Dora Watson and family, of Parkersburg, W.Va., are here visiting her parents.

Little Eddie, son of Geo. E. and Kate Paden died Sunday, the 14th inst. The remains were interred in the Sardis cemetery Monday, June 15th.

Miss Alice Richardson returned from Wheeling, W.Va., last week, where she has been visiting.

Monroe Gazette, July 10, 1890

A Spicy Letter From a New Correspondent ----

Sardis, Ohio July 7, 1890

Eds. Gazette: Hoping my letter will miss the waste basket I will try to give you the news of the town.

The Fourth passed off quietly. The weather was pleasant with the exception of some rain in the afternoon, which is very common.

Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Harman gave a party at their residence on Mound street, i honor of Miss May's eighteenth birthday. Her many friends arrived in due time and passed the evening sociably. They presented her with a beautiful photograph album. It was announced that refreshments were in eating and we retired to the dining room, and partook of them; returned to the parlor and spent the rest of the evening. We hope all enjoyed themselves.

Mr. C. S. Watters, of Canton, is visiting parents. Miss Alice looks happy.

Messrs. Stoudt and Menkle, of Miltonsburg, were in town last week.

Clara Williamson and Mr. McGranahan, of Wheeling, spent the Fourth with friends.

C. E. Litton and S. S. Schoolcraft spent the Fourth in Marietta.

Several of our boys spent the Fourth in New Martinsville.

Miss Laura Dally and Mr. Clem Duvall were over the river visiting a sick friend.

Mr. and Mrs. Litten were visiting friends in Wheeling last week.

Leon Mozena, of West Wheeling, is down to see his best girl.

Messrs. Presentine and Gano are on the sick list.

E. D. Thompson and Miss Johnston were at Hannibal one evening last week.

Dr. J. P. Nesbitt, of Ganett, Indiana, is visiting friends.

Wm. Goodwin spent the Fourth at home.

Mrs. Dr. J. M. Boice, of Hannibal, is visiting relatives.

Adda Knight returned home from Pittsburgh.

Mrs. Mattie Thompson returned home from Round Bottom.

Frenche's Sensation was at the wharf and showed on the 2d. "Wonder who got give away?" J.C.J.

Tere was an ice crew party given by Quint Dunn Thursday evening. We had a large time. Didn't we Earnest?

Mr. Knight spent the glorious Fourth at Parkersburg with relatives.

Geo. Case spent his Fourth in the country.

Bertha Fagert has returned home.

Two of our best looking young gent's left for Pittsburgh last week.

Lora O'Neill is visiting relatives at Hannibal.

Frank Schafer was at Powhattan last week.

Mr. Brillis, of Wheeling, is in town.

Dr. Furgeson is in town.

Ed Dunn is at home every few days.

Mrs. George Hubbard is visiting relatives here.

L. B. Harman, Noah Litten and F. M. Gano spent their 5th in New Martinsville.

Hattie Harman is very low with consumption.

Mr. Ed Richardson and lady spent a few days with relatives in Rock Port.

Some of our young gents spent last Sunday in the V. Boy.

Croquet seems to be the leading game among the young ladies and gents.

You will hear from me soon.
Vidi

Monroe Gazette, July 31, 1890

Sardis, O., July 28th, 1890

The river is very low and the smallest boats only are running.

The photo palace "Sunny South" is at the wharf and doing good work.

The largest fish of the season was caught by Ed Frey and weighed 37 lbs.

Will Goodwin and Ed Dunn, of the Steamer Ben Hur, and F.W. Martin, of Steamer Keystone State are at home.

A. Longwell is quite ill with dropsy.

Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Vetter made a prospecting trip last week through the eastern port of this state.

Mrs. Millie Heinlein has moved to town.

Mrs. Flora Goodwin has returned form a visit to her old home.

We learn that S. W. Suter, of Wheeling Island, will move here the last of the week.

The Normal School taught by J. M. Goddard and Geo. Baker began last Monday with a fair attendance. both teachers are well known and successful instructors and deserve a large school.

The Demorest Medal Contest held here last Saturday evening was pronounced by all the best entertainment ever held in Sardis. The church was handsomely decorated with flowers, mottos and flags. There were nine contestants, all of whom spoke extremely well. By the decision of the judges the silver medal was won by Miss Elva Anderson who spoke "A Voice from the Poorhouse." next in grade was Master Fred Lemmon on "The Original Lignor League." Following him in grade was a tie between Misses Alma Funk and Alice Fagert, the former spoke "The Martyred Mother" and the latter "Prohibition a Blessing to the Poor." Very interesting and instructive addresses were made by Mr. J. M. Goddard and by Mrs. Morris, a white ribboner, of Piqua, Ohio. The speaking was interspersed with lively music by the L. T. L.

Jess

Monroe Gazette, July 31, 1890

from another correspondent: Sardis, O., July 28, 1890

Eds. Gazette:-We will now try to give the news of our town.

The Demorest Medal contest came off Saturday evening and we pronounced it a success. The speaking was the best that we have heard for some time in our tow. The speakers had only a short time to prepare for the contest. The Church was crowded. Mrs. Elva Anderson was awarded the medal, and it was a close contest. Mrs. Miller, of Miami county Ohio, gave us a short address, which was good and to the point. Prof. J. M. Goddard's address was excellent. Our choir sang some very good pieces. There were several from W. Va. present.

Miss Lizzie Schafer is visiting friends at Eusaps.

Miss May Walters has returned from a visit at Matamoras.

Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Vetter returned from a trip through Ohio.

Mr. C. E. Dally was up at Wheeling last week.

Wm. Goodwin is at home again.

Capt. Eli Hoskinson is at home this week.

F. M. Gano made a trip to Waverly last week.

Gen. A. J. Warner was int own looking after the interest of the Ohio Valley Railroad.

Mr. Ed. Sims, of Clarington, was in town this week.

Ed Frey caught the largest fish of the season; 37 pounds.

The river is very low, only a few boats plying between Wheeling and Parkersburgh.

Summer school commenced July 21.

Vidi

Monroe Gazette, August 14, 1890

Sardis, Ohio, August 11, 1890

Weather delightfully cool.

Mr. Clide {Clyde}Richardson, of Wheeling, is visiting relatives at this place.

Mr. M. Hofer, of Pittsburg, was at home for a few days last week.

Miss Lizzie Schafer returned from Powhatan last Saturday.

Dr. John Nesbitt returned to Garnett, Ind., last Monday. Aren't you lonesome girls?

S. M. Suter and family moved to town last week.

The popular and well known "Morrow House" closed last week on account of the ill health of the proprietor.

I. W. O;Neill has opened up a new hotel, known as the O'Neill House." Ample and pleasant accommodations for the traveling public.

Mr. and Mrs. E. Denoon, of Woodsfield, who have been visiting their daughter here, returned one Monday.

Miss Grace Anderson is visiting relatives at Rockport.

Mr. A. Longwell is recovering slowly.

Misses Adda Knight and Alice Richardson attended a "moon-light" party at the residence of Mr. J. N. Van Camp, of the valley, last Thursday. A good time is reported.

A number of young folks called on the Misses Stephens last Thursday evening.

Quite number of our people attended the Harvest Home picnic at New Castle Saturday. The program and general entertainment is spoken of in lowing terms.

Mr. E. J. Graham, of Woodsfield, has been elected as one of the teachers in our school for the coming term.

Mr. J. W. Staudt, of Miltonsburg, was in town yesterday looking after his "milling interest."

Mrs. Geo. Case and children are visiting Mrs. John Hyer near Clarington.

The sweet chime of wedding bells may be faintly heard at a distance. Guess who?

Jess

Monroe Gazette, October 2, 1890

Sardis, Ohio, Sept. 29, 1890

We are having a foretaste of winter.

School begins Monday, October 6. The teachers are L. A. Witten, E. J. Graham, of Woodsfield, and Alice Richardson.

Miss Luella Nesbitt, of tho splice, has accepted the position as teacher of the public school at Proctor, W.Va.

Dr. A. A. Lydecker, of New Jersey, has located in our midst. He comes well recommended and is doing successful work.

Miss Blanche Lemmon has returned from a visit to her brother's in Pittsburgh.

Mrs. Minnie L___, of Iowa, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Flora Goodwin.

Rev. L. > Fisher has been returned to this circuit for the coming year.

Miss Adda Knight has returned from an extended visit among Parkersburg friends.

Cupid has again been at work. Mr. Will Goodwin, of this place, and Miss Rachel Burton, of clarington, were married at Bellaire, Sept. 9th.

We are pleased to announce the marriage of Mr. J. W. A. Staudt, of Miltonsburg, and Miss May waters, one of our estimable young ladies. We extend sincere congratulations to the contracting couple.

Crusade membership day of the W. C. T. U. was observed at this place last Saturday. Five honorary and four active members were secured, also quite a number of Union signals, the National Organ, subscribed for.

Local opinion petitions are in circulation for signatures. Of course when the time comes, every good citizen will vote "dry."

Messr. A. R. Bridgeman and Albert Rist are on the sick list.

Jess

Monroe Gazette, December 25, 1890

Too late for last week.
Sardis, O., Dec. 15, 1890

It is plain to be seen that Christmas is about here. Store rooms are full of everyone imaginable and the voice of the turkey is lifted up with joy--but little do they know how soon'twill end in oh, my niece!

Ethel, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Neuhart, of this place, is lying dangerously ill. Dr. Groux, professional attendant.

Dr. A. A. Lyedecker and Mr. Charles O'Niel made calls on New Martinsville friends yesterday.

A series of meetings commenced at the M. E. church last night.

Dr. J. K. Furgesson is a guest of the O'Niel House for the week.

Mrs. James Hubbard has about completed a fish seine one hundred and twenty feet long by fifteen feet wide.

Dr. J. P. Nesbitt is home on a visit to his parents and many other friends of this place.

Memesis

Monroe County Gazette, May 7, 1891

Sardis, Ohio, May 4, 1891

It looks at present as tough spring had once more made its appearance.

House-cleaning seems to be very popular this week.

Business seems to be good at present.

Dr. Ferguson was in town last week. He seemed quite busy.

Prof. Schoolcraft is visiting his old friends in town.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter returned home after a short visit to friends in Wheeling.

Mrs. Williamson returned home from visiting her daughters.

Dr. Dally, of Pennsylvania, is visiting his brother in town.

Mrs. Presentine returned home after a visit to her daughter in Pittsburgh.

Miss Alice Richardson is visiting in Padens Valley.

Mrs. Fred Theiss has been visiting her relatives and friends the past winter. She intends leaving for his home in Colorado, next week.

Mr. Elliott and bride have been visiting his sister, Mrs. Dunn. We noticed Dr. Fred Groux on our street this week.

Wm. Goodwin and wife were at home last week visiting his parents.

Dr. McKelvey, of Hannibal, was in town last week.

Prof. Dennis was in town last week.

Mr. Chas. Brown is in town this week. Charley seems to be here quite often of late.

Mr. W. F. Litten and little daughter Della, have been visiting friends in Wheeling the past week.

Miss Laura Dally and uncle have been visiting relatives near Antioch..

Miss Edith Hofer is at Hannibal visiting friends and relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Francz, of Clarington, were in town last week.

The W.C.T.U. met at the home of Mrs. F.W.W. Martin last Wednesday evening.

Mr. Hofer and son Bert, returned home Wednesday , after a trip to Pittsburgh.

Mr. Mike Gano arrived home after a trip to Matamoras.

Miss Mary Lollathan returned home from Wheeling last week.

Mr. Ed. Smittle left for Wheeling last week.

The Sardis Normal will begin July 13th, under the management of Prof. Goddard.

Mr. Emmet Litten returned last week from Graysville, Pa., where he has been working.

Mr. Sam Hofer left for Pittsburgh last Saturday, but will return Wednesday.

Mr. E. W. Litten is quite busy in his new tin shop.

Fishing seems to be the principal amusement for our young men.

The O'Neil House seems to be doing a good business.

Dr. Boice was in town last week.

Mr. R. T. Richardson and daughter Daisy, of New Martinsville, spent Sunday in town.

The Loyal Temperance Legion met last Sunday at the regular hour.

Rev. Fisher preached Sunday evening.

Saturday afternoon the ladies of Sardis and vicinity presented to the Havely Post a very nice flag. Mrs. A. R. Bridgeman made the presentation speech, after which Prof. J. M. Goddard responded in behalf of the Post. Messrs. McIntire and Morris also made short addresses. Several of the Philip G. Bier Post of New Martinsville, were present.

There was quite a wreck on the O. R. R. near Pollock's Station Saturday afternoon.
Clare

Monroe County Gazette, May 7, 1891

Sardis, Ohio, May 4, 1891

From another correspondent

The ladies of Sardis presented Col. Havely Post G.A.R. with a beautiful silk flag Saturday.

Samuel Farmer, an old soldier and resident of Sardis, is not expected to live.

The engineers of the O.V. Railroad passed through here last week.

The Columbia Oil Co. have begun operations at Narrow's Run to sink an oil well.

Dr. S. L. Dally, of Oakdale, Pa., has been visiting his brother, W. T. Dally, for a few days past.

C. E. Litten left for Pittsburgh this morning and Thomas Hess for Wheeling.

Frank Knight will work the coming summer with J.O.H. Hubbard at the carpenter trade.

Drs. Boice and McKelvey, of Hannibal, O., were in town last week.

A. R. Bridgeman is on the sick list.

Mr. Cooper and daughter, of near Woodsfield, are visiting at the Ohio Valley House.

The river is getting very low.

Some of the boys are over viewing the wreck on the O.R.R.R. Sunday, which was caused by a mad bull getting on the rack as the noon freight was passing. Six cars were smashed to pieces; the engine was broken and upset; the engineer was hurt but not seriously.

Monroe County Gazette, May 14, 1891

Sardis, Ohio May 11, 1891

Mr. {Mrs} Dora Coffield is at home again after a trip to New Orleans

Mr. Frank Knight is at St. Mary's.

Dr. Lydecker was at Wheeling last week.

Mr. Chas O'Neil and daughter Louis, spent Monday in Wheeling.

Mrs. Ice of Marietta is visiting relatives and friends in town.

Miss Dally Knapp, of Marietta, is visiting relatives in town.

W. A. Humphrey and son Frank have returned home from Middlebourne where they have been painting.

Mrs. Hofer of Hannibal is visiting at the O'Neil House.

Rev. Fisher was in town last week.

Miss Eva Knapp is able to be out again.

Mrs. O'Neil and little daughter Velma were at New Martinsville last week.

Mrs. Eva Fry of Hannibal is visiting relatives here.

The J.O.U.A.M. meets on Wednesday evening with a good attendance.

Price's new sensations will be at the river Monday evening.

Miss Lizzie Schaffer is visiting relatives at Powhatan.

The Thompson Bros. are doing a good business in their cigar shop.

Miss Anna Stevens of Paden's Valley was in town last week.

Mrs. Amanda Walters was visiting relatives at Hannibal last week.

Mr. ad Mrs. J. P. Goodwin spent Saturday and Sunday with his brother at Clarington.

Mrs. Mollie Walters and children of Canton are visiting relatives in town.

Miss Maggie Williamson returned home from Wheeling last week.

Monroe County Gazette, May 21, 1891

Sardis, O., May 18, 1891

A good rain would be very acceptable at present.

Mrs. May Staudt of Miltonsburg is visiting her parents in town.

Mrs. Millie Heinlein made a flying trip to Wheeling last week.

Mr. and Mrs. McGranahan of Wheeling are visiting relatives in town.

Miss Flora Dally is visiting her cousin, Miss Laura.

Miss Mattie Anderson started for Bethany last week where she intends clerking in a store.

Mr. Clem Duvall of Steamer Ben Hur is at home.

Mr. Clark Gano is painting the residence of Mrs. Presentine.

Miss Emma Johnson was at Proctor last week.

There was an ice cream supper at Mrs. Busch's last week.

The W.C.T.U. will give a public meeting in the Church on the Eve of May 24.

The stone quarry opposite town is still in progress.

Mr. Ed Dunn is at home.

Dr. Haudenschield arrived last week.

Mr. and Mrs. John Knight and daughter Ethel of St. Mary are visiting relatives.

Sam Williamson was in town last week.

The Gano Bros. seem to be doing good business in their cigar shop.

Dr. Boice of Hannibal was visiting relatives last week.

Lizzie Schaffer returned home last week from Powhattan.

Died, on Sunday Eve., May 17, Sara Farmer.

Mrs. Gorrell was visiting relatives last week.
Clare

The Monroe County Gazette, May 28, 1891

Sardis, O., May 25th, 1891

We have been having good rains the last few days which will do a great deal of good.

Eugene Richardson returned home last week. Glad to see you Gene.

Edith Hofer returned home last week.

Messrs. John and Charlie Ice, of Marietta, attended the funeral of Mr. Farmer last Tuesday.

Mrs. Voeghtly, son and daughter, of Hannibal, were visiting relatives last week.

Dr. Douglas was visiting at the O'Neil House last week.

Sallie Ice is visiting friends and relatives in town.

H. C. Thompson and daughters returned home after a visit with friends in Bellaire.

Miss Grace Anderson returned home from Pittsburgh last week.

Florence Hall is visiting at Wheeling.

Mrs. Roneack and son of Pittsburgh are visiting relatives in town.

Fishing seems to be the amusement for the men and boys at present.

Messrs. Zeke Smith and John Dunn caught the largest fish of the season, weighing 42 1/2 pounds. Who can beat that?

Chas. Messerly of Clarington was in town last week.

Preparations are being made for Decoration Day.

Rev. L. L. Fisher preached a memorial sermon at the M.E. Church on Sunday, May 24th at 10:30 a.m.

The W.C.T.U. gave an entertainment Sunday evening and had quite a success. Dr. Ludecker made the closing address to quite a large audience.

Mrs. L. B. Harman has been on the sick list the past week.

Mr. and Mrs. John Staudt of Miltonsburg returned home last week.

Mr. Clem Devaul was at home Sunday evening.

Mr. Sam Hofer came home Sunday evening.

Messrs. E. W. and C.E. Litten the tinners are at St. Marys this week.

Mr. Charlie Brown was in town this week. Glad to see you, Charlie.

Misses Maude Ryan and Maude Witten were visiting friends last week.

Mr. Joseph Harman and family were visiting friends in town Sunday.

Willie Lemmon, who has been in Colorado the past winter, returned home last week.

Clark Gano made a flying trip to Woodsfield last week.

Monroe County Gazette, June 4, 1891

Sardis

The health of our community is good at present.

Mr. Jim Williamson came home last week after spending the winter in the south.

Mr. Gus Richardson left for Pennsylvania last week.

Dr. Lowthers of New Martinsville was in town last week.

Mr. Albert Priest of New Martinsville was in town Sunday.

Miss Emma Johnson was on the stick list last week.

Miss Sallie Ice left for her home in Marietta accompanied by Mr. E. K. Litten.

The Sardis Jr. O.U.A.M. purchased a very nice silk flag costing $60.

Mr. J. M. Goodwin has been moving his furniture store.

Mr. Haudenchield of Antioch was visiting his brother last Sunday.

There was a party given by the young gents at the home of Miss Edith Hofer Tuesday evening.

Clare

The Monroe County Gazette, June 11, 1891

Sardis, Ohio, June 8, 1891

Miss Theo McIntyre of New Martinsville was in town last week.

Miss Ada Knight left last week for Washington, D.C on a visit to her sister, Mrs. James A. Watson.

Mrs. Fred Theiss left for her western home last week.

Mrs. Richardson, of New Martinsville, was visiting friends in town.

Dr. Branen of Wheeling was called to see Mrs. Bridgeman.

Mr. Emmet Litten returned home last week from Marietta.

Messrs. Chas O;Neill, A. C. Vetter and Sam Hofer attended the dedication last week.

The Jr. O.U.A.M. will give a festival on the lawn Friday evening, June 12. Every body invited to attend.

Preparations are being made for Children's Day.

We noticed Dr. Fred Groux on our streets last week.

Messrs. Fred Drollinger and John Harman have opened an ice cream stand.

Dr. Ferguson was in town last week.

Miss Fanny Hofner, of Hannibal, was visiting relatives in town last week.

Mr. John Ice, of Marietta, spent Saturday and Sunday with friends and relatives in town.

Mrs. D. W. Mozena and son Leon, of Wheeling, are visiting relatives in town this week.

Clare

The Monroe Gazette, June 18, 1891

Sardis, O., June 15, 1891

Mr. LeClair Sinclair, of Woodsfield, was in town last week.

Mr. Cottrell, of Parkersburg, was in town last week.

Mr. Chas. Cassil, of Woodsfield has opened a jewelry shop in town.

Mr. Williams was in town last week.

There was a part at Mr. Talbott's last week in honor of Miss Mary Ridgeway.

Master Bert Humphrey shot himself through the foot last week.Dr. Lydecker was called upon to dress the wound.

Mrs. O'Neil was at New Martinsville last week.

Dr. Haudenschield made a flying trip home last week.

Mrs. Mozena and son returned home last week.

Mrs. Gatts, of Fish Creek, was visiting friends below town.

The festival given by Jr. O.U.A.M. was quite success.

Everybody enjoyed themselves hugely. The net receipts were about $60. Copenhagen was quite an amusement for the young folks. Mr. Albert Priest was one out of many to represent New Martinsville.

Mrs. Wm. Goodwin, of Clarington, was visiting relatives in town last week.

Mr. Chas. Schaal, of Marietta, called at the residence of Mr. L. B. Harman last week.

Mrs. Albert Rist was visiting friends at Hannibal last week.

Mr. J. W. Litten was on the sick list last week.

Children's Day service passed off quite lively. The speakers addressed a very large audience.

Mr. Voeghtly and wife of Hannibal were visiting at the O'Neil House last Sunday.
Clare

The Monroe Gazette, June 25, 1891

Sardis, Ohio, June 22, 1891

Win Sims was in town last week.

Mrs. Lemmons of near Antioch was visiting her sisters and brother in town, and while at the home of Mrs. A.C. Vetter she fell and broke her limb. Dr.'s Lydecker and Lowthers are attending her.

Mrs. A. J. Walters was attending the W.C.T.U. Convention at Matamoras last week.

Ed Haudenschield was on our streets last week.

Rev. W. G. Lemmon and wife were visiting relatives here last week.

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Knight of Pa., are visiting his bother, Mr. Wm. Knight.

Misses Laura Dally and May Harman were visiting friends and relatives at New Martinsville last week.

J. P. Goodwin is having his house repaired which will be quite an improvement.

Jim Williamson left last week for Chicago.

Miss Adda Anderson returned home from Columbus where she has been attending school.

Noah Litten visited his daughter at Wheeling last week.

Sam Williamson was in town last week.

Mr. and Mrs. C. W. O'Neil were at Bellaire last week.

Master Bert Hofer spent last week with relatives at Hannibal.

Emmet Litten of Sardis and Miss Sallie Ice of Marietta were married at the parsonage Monday evening, June 1st, 1891, by Rev. D. F. Harris.

Clare

The Monroe Gazette, July 2, 1891

A Spicy, Newsy Letter from "Clare"

Miss Lucy Hofer of Hannibal visited relatives here last week.

Dr. Lowther was on our streets last week.

Mrs. Ratcliff of Wheeling is visiting her parents below town.

Mrs. Bare visited relatives here last week.

Mike Gano made his usual trip down the river last week.

Mrs. E. W. Litten and Mrs. E. Watters were at New Martinsville last week.

Mr. and Mrs. Zeke Smith were visiting friends near Hannibal last Sunday.

Mr. Ketterer of Miltonsburg was in town last week.

Dr. Boice of Hannibal was in town last week.

Albert Priest and Clem. Devaull of New Martinsville spent Sunday in town.

Chas. Dally was at New Martinsville last Saturday.

R. T. Richardson and wife were visiting relatives in town Sunday.

George Thompson was at New Martinsville last week.

Clare

The Monroe Gazette, July 9, 1891

Sardis, O., July 6, 1891

Sam Williamson spent a few days at home last week.

Win Sims was in town last week.

Albert Mitchell of Clarington was in town last week.

Gene Dunn made a trip to Woodsfield last week.

Jas. Jackson was here this week.

Stephen Knight and wife returned to their home in Pennsylvania last week.

Miss Fox, of Padens Valley, was in town this week.

Arch Ummsetter, head cook on the Eliza H, has returned home.

Miss Maggie Williamson has returned home after a visit with her brother at Cochransville.

Chas. Noll of Hannibal was on our streets this week.

Mrs. Bowen of Wittens has been spending a few days with her son above town.

Dr. McKelvey of Hannibal passed through town last week.

Clark Leap of New Martinsville was in town last week.

Mr. Brills of Wheeling was in town Thursday.

Fred Hofer was on our streets this week.

Miss Maggie Presentine returned home from Pittsburg and spent the 4th with her parents.

Ed Smittle came home last week.

Frank Lemmon of Pittsburgh is at home for a few days.

The fourth passed very quietly; the young folks, of course, all left town; some were at Sistersville, New Martinsville, Hannibal, Clarington, Cressaps and Powhatan. Everyone reported having a fine time.

Mr. and Mrs. N. Litten are visiting relatives at Martins Ferry and also at New Philadelphia.

Chas. Ice, of Marietta, spent true 4th with his sister, Mrs. C.E. Litten and other friends here.

Miss Florence Hall returned home from Wheeling last Sunday evening on the Courier.

Rev. W. G. Lemmon preached an excellent sermon Sunday evening in the M.E. Church. Quite a large attendance.

Clare

The Monroe County Gazette, July 16, 1891

Sardis,O., July 13, 1891 Dr. Groux was in town Tuesday. Jas. Jackson of Clarington was on our streets last week. Master John Dally made a trip to Pittsburgh Saturday on the steamer Ben Hur. The following were installed at a meeting of the Jr. O.U.A.M. on Wednesday evening: C.E. Litten, Jr., P.C.; E.D.Thompson, C; W. F. Litten, V.C.; Chas Dally, A.R.S.; Ed Frey, Warden; Fred Drollinger, R.S.; E.W. Litten, F.S; E. W. Gand, Treas; L.B. Harman, I.S. A part was given at the home of Miss Lou Moffett Thuesday evening. Quite a good attendance for such a bad night. Gene Dana and Ed Smittle left Wednesday for Pittsburg intending to go on a tow boat. Mr. Enloe and sister of New Martinsville spent Thursday with relatives in town. Misses Probst and Haberstick of Wheeling have been visiting relatives here the past week. Master Bud Romick made a trip to Marietta last week with his father on the Ben Hur. Mrs. Hofer is visiting her son and daughter this week. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Goodwin of Pittsburgh are visiting his parents here. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Romick left for their home in Pittsburgh Saturday. Sardis Normal commenced Monday with J. M. Goddard, Proffessor. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Goodwin are visiting his parents in town. Miss Daisy Richardson of New Martinsville is spending a few days with relatives here. Clare

The Monroe County Gazette, July 23, 1891

Sardis, O., July 20, 1891 Dr. Ferguson arrived Monday and will remain a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Goodwin returned to their home in Pittsburg, Monday. Mrs. Retta Mays and Miss Minnie O'Neil of Hannibal spent Monday with relatives and friends in town. Frank Lemmon left for Pittsburgh Monday. Mrs. Presentine made a trip to Wheeling last week. Croquett seems to be quite an amusement for the young folks at present. Mrs. Lucy Davis and son of Bellaire were visiting her sister in town Monday. Mr. Hofer of Hannibal was on our streets Thursday. Will Williamson of the steamer Ben Hur was on our streets Friday. Mr. Clem Duvall spent Sunday with friends and relatives. A select crowd of young folks went picnicking Friday afternoon on the West Virginia Hill and report a good time. Mr. Chas. Lemmon Sundayed with his parents and friends. Mr. Sam Hofer made a trip to Pittsburgh last week. Miss Emma Johnson left for her home in Gallipolis Sunday evening. The Jr. O.U.A.M. made a pleasant call upon Willie Lemmon Wednesday evening and presented him with the emblem of the Order as a birthday present. Clare

The Monroe County Gazette,/i>, July 30, 1891
Sardis, O., July 25, 1891 Dr. Boice of Hannibal was in town Wednesday. Mr. Haudenschield of Antioch was on our streets Tuesday. Mr. Tom McGrauaham of Wheeling is visiting relatives in town. Dr. Richardson of New Martinsville was in town Thursday. W. E. Hogue and Ed Richardson are training horses at New Martinsville for the Wetzel County Fair. Miss Blanche Frazy is visiting relatives in town. Miss Mollie Milhorn of Graysville who has been visiting relatives the past week at this place returned home Thursday. Master Arch Unnsetter of the steamer Ben Hur is at home for a few days. Dr. McKelvey of Hannibal was in town Tuesday. Master Chas. Hall has been visiting his aunt at Wheeling this past week. Miss Bertha Fagert of Wheeling is at home for a few weeks. Jas. Williamson left on the steamer Courier Friday evening for the H. K. Bedford. Bert Cramer, clerk of the steamer, Matt Allen, was in town Friday. Rev. Rutledge of Clarington was in town last week. Fred Drollinger made a trip to Pittsburgh last week. Mr. Blum of Wheeling was in town Saturday. Clare

The Monroe County Gazette, August 13, 1891
Sardis Rev. L. L. Fisher preached in the M.E. church last Sunday. John Ice of Bellaire spent Sunday with his sister and other friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Haudenschield of near New Castle, visited their son at this place last Sunday. Vada Boice of Hannibal visited her grandparents at this place the latter part of last week. Frank Knight left on the steamer Courier for Washington, D.C. Mrs. Hess of Wheeling visited her sister and other friends here the past week. Miss Jennie Hare of Matamoras is visiting relatives in town. Miss Minnie O'Neal was in town last week. Laura Dally is visiting friends and relatives at Hannibal Mr. Cottreel was on our streets Friday. Mrs. Bare is visiting friends in town. Chas. Dally made a trip to Wheeling last week. Alice Richardson has returned home. John Harman made a trip to Sistersville last week. Clare

Monroe County Gazette, August 20, 1891

Sardis, O., Aug. 15, 1891

Dr. Croux, of Miltonsburg, was on our streets Tuesday.

Win Sims was in town Monday and Tuesday.

Miss Adda Knight returned home from an extended visit to Washington, D.C. accompanied by her cousin, Miss Mattie Pennington of Wheeling.

Miss Ella Richardson, of Wheeling, is visiting her cousin, Alice.

Mr. and Mrs. Mel Richardson are visiting relatives and friends in town.

Died, at his home, Aug. 11, 1891, Mr. Wm. Lemmon, formerly of Pittsburgh. The Jr. O.U.A.M had charge of the funeral. Quite a large funeral; several members of the lodges were present.

Mrs. Geo Rice, of Martins Ferry, is visiting relatives in town.

Messrs. Frank and Charles Lemmon spent a few days at home last week on account of the death of their brother.

Rev. W. G. Lemmon and wife have taken his mother, who has been afflicted, home.

Quite a large crowd attended the Harvest Home picnic Saturday. All report a good time.

The Sardis Normal, under the superintendency of Prof. J. M. Goddard, is progressing nicely. The students seem to have fine times.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, August 22, 1891

Sardis, O., August 22, 1891

Jas. Jackson, of Clarington, was in town Tuesday.

Mr. Chaal, of Marietta, was on our streets Saturday.

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ratcliff, of Wheeling, returned home on the Steamer Mat Allen, Wednesday.

Messrs. Gem Dunn, Sam Hofer and L. B. Harman were at New Martinsville last week.

Ward Bowen of Powhatan was in town to see his brother Charles, who has been on the sick list.

Mrs. Ed Dunn has returned home after a visit to her sister and other friends.

Quite a number of the Jr. O.U.A.M. and others attended the picnic at Sistersville given by the Jr. O.U.A.M. of that place.

Mr. and Mrs. Noah Littman who have been spending the past few weeks with relatives and friends in Tuscarawas and Martins Ferry have returned home.

Geo. Case was called to Missouri last week on account of the illness of his brother.

There seems to be quite a number of children on the sick list.

Mrs. Maggie Lemmon has returned to Pittsburgh.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, September 3, 1891

Sardis, O., Aug. 30, 1891

Dr. Ferguson was in town during last week.

Drs. Boice and McCelvey were on our streets Tuesday.

Win Sims was in town Monday.

Mrs. Dr. Boice and little daughter Blanche were visiting relatives in town last week.

Mrs. Presentine made a trip to Wheeling last week.

Eugene Thompson was at Woodsfield on Tuesday of last week.

The scholars of the Sardis Normal are preparing for an entertainment Friday evening, Sept. 4. All are invited.

Miss Laura Daily has returned home from Hannibal, where she has been visiting friends.

The members of the Jr. O.U.lA.M. were at Antioch Friday evening, Aug. 28 to attend the instituting of a council at the place.

Clare.

Monroe County Gazette, September 10, 1891

SARDIS Chas. Messerly was on our streets Tuesday.

Dr. Lowthers of New Martinsville was in town Monday.

Seems as though Sardis folks take quite an interest in the Wetzel County, W.Va, fair held at New Martinsville this week.

Mrs. Mike Gano and sister Miss Maggie Williams have gone on a visit to Washington, Pa.

W. F. Litten and L.B. Harman had a break down on their way to Antioch last week.

Clark Gano and Miss Lizzie Schafer attended the fair at Woodsfield this week.

Monroe County Gazette, September 17, 1891

Sardis Sept. 12

The entertainment given by the scholars of the school on Friday evening was quite a success.

E. S. Dunn left for Martins Ferry last week.

Rev. L.L. Fisher was on our streets Wednesday.

Clem Duvall was at home last week.

Albert Priest was among relatives and friends here Monday.

There was a party given by Miss Mary Drollinger on Wednesday evening last.

Mrs. Wimer and daughter of Wheeling were visiting friends in town last week.

There was quite an excitement at this place last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Havely's house caught fire and they had a very hard time to save it.

A sad accident occurred at the Wetzel County fair, held at New Martinsville, Sept. 4th. W. E. Hogue was killed by being thrown from his horse in a running race. He was brought home Saturday and buried Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock by the Jr. O.U.A.M. Quite a number of Jrs. from the four neighboring Councils were present.

Mrs. Mary McIntyre of this place spent Thursday in Wheeling.

Dr. McKelvey passed through town Thursday evening.

Jas. Nesbitt, Esq. is dangerously ill.

Zeke Smittle got hurt Friday while working at the derrick of the oil well.

Mrs. Ed Dunn made at trip to Wheeling last week.
Clare

Monroe County Gazette September 24, 1891

Sardis, Sept. 19

Dr. Richardson, of New Martinsville, was in town Monday. Dr. John Nesbitt of Nebraska City was called hime on account of the illness of his father.

Mr. Blum of Wheeling was in town Thursday evening.

Mr. Romick is at home for a few days.

Clem Duvall has a situation on the steamer Ben Hur.

Ed Dunn was at home a few days last week.

The oil well on Pattons run is now in progress.

We noticed the Sheriff on our streets Thursday. Court is the next thing on the programme.

Mrs. Funk has been visiting relatives and friends in Wheeling the past week.

E.W. Gano has sold his interest in the cigar shop to his brother Mike.

T. W. Martin is home.

The steamer H. K. Bedford is running at present in place of the Courier.

Mr. and Mrs. Noah Litten returned home from Martins Ferry Friday.

Clare

SARDIS
Monroe County Gazette, October 1, 1891

Sept. 24, 1891

Emmett Litten and wife have been visiting relatives at Bellaire and Martin's Ferry.

Mr. Engeman and daughter Ada are visiting at Pittsburgh.

E. B. Fisher of Hannibal Sundayed with relatives here.

Quite a large crowd from our city spent Saturday evening at the oil well above town. All had a fine time.

Mrs. A. R. Bridgeman was called away suddenly by the death of her brother-in-law, Mr. Walker of Charleston, W.Va.,

Mrs. Knight has been visiting relatives at Parkersburg.

Mrs. Will Patten, of Iowa, is here visiting relatives and friends.

Tom Hess was at home for a few days last week. Eva seemed happy.

Dr. Lowthers, of New Martinsville, was in town last week.

John Engeman is at Pittsburgh for a few weeks. "A" looks lonesome.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tuel spent Sunday at the basket meeting at West Union.

Mrs. S. Lemmon has been visiting relatives at Pittsburgh.

Miss Quintilla Dunn has been spending a dew days with her uncle near Sistersville, W. Va.

Mrs. Waters and daughter Sadie were visit relative at Raven Rock.

Ed Dunn is at home for a few days.

Hofer and son Sam made their weekly trip to Pittsburgh last week on the low water boats.

Miss Alma Funk is visiting friends at Hannibal.

Mike Gano was at Wheeling last week.

Miss Adda Knight made a trip to Buckhill one day last week.

Misses Lou and rose Zeh left Wednesday on the Steamer Bedford.

Miss Minnie Way of Hannibal is visiting at Miss Laura Dally's.

Miss Vada Boice is visiting fiends in town.

Walker Litten of Clarington was in town Friday.
Clare

Monroe Gazette, October 8, 1891

Sardis, Oct. 3

Miss Alma Funk returned home after a visit to Hannibal

Mr. J. M. Goodwin, accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. Case and her children, left for Pittsburgh on a visit to George Goodwin last week.

Misses Laura O'Neil and Katie Romich (Rommick) spent Sunday at Baresville.

C. E. Litten returned home Sunday evening.

Mrs. Hall and children are visiting friends at Wheeling.

There was a party given at the him of Miss Bertha Tagert on Tuesday evening.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter and little daughter Emma are visiting friends at Wheeling this week.

John L Harman and sister Mary are visiting friends at Martin's Ferry and Bellaire.

Preparations are being made for a public meeting by the Loyal Temperance Legion and W.C.T. U.

Mr. Cottrell, of Parkersburg, was in town Thursday.

Wm. Goodwin was on our streets last week.

John Morrow, S. Lemmon, Clem Watters and J. K. Rush attended the Reunion at Antioch.

Ella Pennington is visiting friends in town.

A. E. Michel, of Clarington, was in town Friday.

Jim Williamson, of steamer Bedford, is at home this week.

The river is very low and not boats running.

Clare

Monroe Gazette, October 15, 1891
Sardis, Oct. 10

Dr. Richardson and sister Miss Daisy spent Sunday with relatives here.

J. W. Goodwin has returned from Pittsburgh.

Mrs. Case and children returned home last Saturday.

Dr. Ferguson was in town last week.

Miss Adda Knight left on Monday to begin her school at Buckhill.

Mr. L. A. Clegg was in town last week.

Prof. Dennison moved into town Monday.

Prof. L. A. Witten passed through town last Sunday.

Dr. Smith of Clarington was in town last week.

The K. of P. had a meeting on Tuesday evening to organize a lodge in our town.

Jas. Jackson was in town Tuesday.

Mrs. Charles Engeman and little daughter Ada returned home last week.

Mrs. Myrtle Gano returned home from Washington, Pa., recently.

Clem Duvall of steamer Ben Hur is at home.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter and children returned home Wednesday evening.

Rev. W. G. Lemmon and wife are visiting friends and relatives in town.

Charles Messerly was in town last Friday.

Mr. Schaal of Marietta was here last week.

Zeke Smittle is building a new house.
Clare

Monroe Gazette, October 22, 1891

Sardis, Oct. 17

School begun last Monday with Prof. L. A. Witten, Dennis and Alice Richardson as teachers.

Miss Emma Johnson returned last Saturday evening

Dora Nesbitt returned last week from visiting friends in New Martinsville.

Earl Lemmon and Eddie Martin visited friends near Antioch last week.

Dr. Fred Groux was in town last Monday.

Frank Schafer returned from visiting friend at Powhattan.

The oil well on Patton's run is still in progress.

Mrs. Millie Heinlein and Mrs. Myrtle Gano took a trip to Matamoras last Monday.

Dr. Lowther of New Martinsville was in town Thursday.

Our town was very much shocked on Thursday morning by hearing that Mrs. Drollinger was found dead in bed. Heart disease was supposed to be the cause.

Minnie Lollathin is dangerously ill. Dr. Lycdecker is attending her.

Clare

Monroe Gazette, October 29, 1891
Sardis, Oct. 24 James A. Watson was on our streets Saturday. E. S. Dunn of Martin's Ferry spent a few days at home last week. Sam Hofer started last week on a fishing excursion. Miss Mary Harman returned home last week. Wm. Goodwin of Clarington was in town Thursday. Mrs. Kirkbride of Evansville, Ind., was among old friends here Friday. Dr. Haudenschield was at home last week. Mrs. O'Neil was at New Martinsville last week. Mr. Case has got moved into his new home. Clare

Monroe Gazette, November 13, 1891
Sardis, deferred John Hyer and wife were visiting friends in town Sunday. Miss Adda Knight, teacher of the Buckhill school, spent Saturday and Sunday at home. Albert Priest visited relatives Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Bare of Hannibal were visiting relatives in town. Mr. Workman was on our streets last week. The Jr. O.U.A.M. met Wednesday eve with a good attendance. Mrs. Elson and Mrs. White, who have been visiting friends, returned to their home in Bellaire. Mrs. Carroll of Parkersburg has been visiting friends the past week. L. B. Harman made a trip to New Martinsville Monday. Miss Laura Dally has been spending the past week with friends at Wheeling and Moundsville. Mrs. Wells was at home to see her father, James Nesbitt, Esq. John Hair of New Matamoras was on our streets last week. Clare

Monroe Gazette, November 19, 1891
Sardis, Nov. 14, 1891 Chas. Haudenschield of Hannibal was on our streets Tuesday. Mike Gano was at Wheeling last week. Miss Daisy Richardson of New Martinsville was visiting friends in town last week. D. W. Mozena and Chas. Thomas of Martin's Ferry attended the institution of the K. of P. Lodge and called on friends and relatives here last week. Win Sims of Clarington was in town Monday. The Commissioners were in town Wednesday night. the K. of P. Lodge was instituted here Tuesday night with about 70 charter members. The Bridgeport Lodge did the work. Members from Woodsfield, Clarington and New Martinsville Lodges were also present. Jas. Jackson of Clarington was in town Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wickham of Wheeling were in town Thursday. One of the McGrew Bros. was at Pittsburg last week on business. Bud Romick was at New Martinsville Thursday. Mrs. Dr. Boice of Hannibal spent a few days last week with friends in town. Mr. Blum of Wheeling was in town Friday. Clare

Monroe Gazette, November 26, 1891
Sardis, Nov. 21 Winter has appeared at last. Frank Lemmon of Pittsburgh was at home Sunday, November 15th celebrating his birthday. Dr. Ferguson was in town last week. James Watson was in town Sunday evening. Miss Lou Moffett attended the wedding of Miss Alice Noll, of Hannibal, last week. Clem Duvall went to his usual work on the Ben Hur. Charles Lemmon of Wheeling spent Sunday at home. Mr. and Mrs. Garbaugh visited friends in town last week. Mr. and Mrs. Funk were at Hannibal last week. Clare

Monroe Gazette, December 3, 1891
Sardis, Nov. 28 Mr. Hofer and sons made a trip to Pittsburg last week. Rev. Harkness of New Martinsville preached an excellent sermon to the Jr. O.U.A.M. last Sunday. Miss Lily Paden is very low with scarlet fever. Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Heinlein were at Woodsfield last week. The Jr. O.U.A.M. met last Wednesday eve with good attendance. Mrs. Hofer visited friends at Hanibal last week. E. Romick left Tuesday for Pittsburg. Capt Walker Litten of Clarington was on our streets one day last week. Dr. Louther of New Martinsville was in town Tuesday. Miss Dora Nesbitt was at New Martinsville last week. Mr. Frank Gano spent Thanksgiving with his parents in town. Dr. Gale of Newport was called to see Mr. J. M Gano who has been ill for some time past. Mr. John Harman spent Friday at New Martinsville. The K. of P. met on Friday eve. Rev. L. L. Fisher preached a Thanksgiving sermon Thursday. Miss Tude Jackson of Middlebourne is visiting friends in town.

Monroe Gazette, December 10, 1891
Sardis, Dec. 5, 1891 Miss Lizzie Schafer was at New Martinsville last Wednesday. Mrs. Lizzie Reis, of Chicago, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Bridgeman. Mrs. Theis and daughters have returned from Colorado. Mrs. O'Neil was at New Martinsville last week. A. E. Michel of Clarington was on our streets Thursday. Prof. T. A. Clegg was in town last week. The school seems to be doing well under the superintendency of Profs. Witten, Dennis and Alice Richardson. See Jr. O.U.A.M. officers elsewhere in this paper. Clare

Monroe Gazette, December 17, 1891
Sardis Mr. Wm. Goodwin of CLarington was in town last week. Mrs. Anderson returned home Thursday evening on the Courier. Mrs. W. F. Litten and daughters Della and Clara are visiting relatives at Wheeling and Martin's Ferry. Mr. Chas. Messerly of Clarington was in town last week. Miss Maggie Williamson has returned to Wheeling. Mr. Frank Schafer is visiting friends at Powhatan Point. Miss Ella Penington was in town last week. Mr. Schaal, of Marietta, was in town Friday. Messrs. Patton Thompson and Emmet Litten repaired one of the town pumps Friday, which as been broken for some time past. Miss Adda Knight spent Saturday and Sunday at home. Clare

Monroe Gazette, December 24, 1891
Sardis, Dec. 19, 1891 Mr. John Zorn, of Wheeling, was in town Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. J. O. K. Hubbard are visiting their daughter at Canton. Mrs. J. M. Goodwin spent last Sunday at Clarington with relatives. Miss Lizzie Schafer is visiting relatives at Powhatan last week. Mr. Smith of Wheeling was in town last week. Several members of the Jr. O.U.A.M. attended the funeral of Mr. Skaggs a member of the Sistersville council last Tuesday. Ed Richardson is at home. Mrs. Myrtle Gano has been quite ill for the past 3 weeks. There will be a Christmas Tree in the M.E. church on Chrsitmas eve. All are cordially invited to attend. Mr. and Mrs. Noah Litten attended the funeral of Capt. Walker Litten's youngest child on Friday at Clarington. A few of the Jr. O.U.A.M. bossy attended the flag presentation at Texas on Friday by Hannibal. Mr. Ed Thompson of Bellaire was on our streets Friday. Mrs. Davenport of Iowa arrived Friday on the Ben Hur to see her father Mr. Wm. Romick and other relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Oneil {O'Neil} were at Wheeling last week. Mr. Earnest Fisher of Hannibal was among friends in town last week. Wishing all "a merry Christmas." Clare

Monroe Gazette, December 31, 1891
Sardis, Dec. 26, 1891 The grip has made its appearance again. Win Sims of Clarington, was in town last week. Al. Chamberlain was on our streets Tuesday. Jackson, of Parkersburg, was on our streets Thursday. Charles Messerley was in town last week. Miss Quint Dunn returned home Wednesday evening from Wheeling. Master Arch Umsetter was at Wheeling last week. Tom Hess has return dome to spend the holidays. The Christmas Tree passed quietly. All seemed to enjoy themselves. Albert Frey returned home from Youngstown to spend Christmas. Frank Lemmon of Pittsburgh has returned home. Miss Eliza Greer of Martin's Ferry was visiting friends in town last week. A happy New Year to all. Clare

Monroe County Gazette, January 7, 1892

Jan. 2, 1892

Dr. Ferguson was in town last week.

Miss Daisy Richardson, of New Martinsville, visited friends in town this week.

Clem Duvall was at home last week.

Tom McGarnahan, of Wheeling, was among relatives here this week.

Miss Laura Dally entertained a number of her friends on Monday evening.

John Ice, of Bellaire, returned home Sunday.

Mr. Williamson returned home from visiting relatives at Wheeling and Martin's Ferry

Quite a number of young folks were entertained at the residence of Emanent Litten Saturday evening.

Messrs. Frank Lemmon and Albert Frey made a flying trip to New Martinsville monday.

There was a party given at the home of Miss Dora Nesbitt on Tuesday evening.

Miss Lucy Hofer, of Hannibal, visited friends here last week.

Miss Edith Hofer entertained several of her friends Tuesday evening.

Miss Eliza Green returned to her home in Martins' Ferry Saturday.

Albert Frey returned to his work at Youngstown.

Frank Lemmon has returned to Pittsburgh after spending a very enjoyable time with old friends here.

Miss Maggie Hofer visited friends at Hannibal last week.

Miss Blanche Lemmon visited friends at Wheeling this week.

Mrs. Voegtly, of Hannibal, was among relatives here Friday.

There was a farewell party given by May Harman on New Years night in honor of several friends.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, January 14, 1892

January 9.

Henry Schoolcraft was among old friends in town Monday.

Miss Wayne Garden, of Wheeling, has been visiting friends here the past week.

Miss Alice Funk visited friends at Wheeling last week.

L. B. Harman was at New Martinsville Wednesday on business.

Several members of Belmont Lodge K. of P. attended an extra session of Sardis K. of P. Lodge on Saturday evening. They were entertained at the O'Neil House.

Miss Edith Hofer visited friends at Hannibal last week.

N. Litten made a trip to New Martinsville last week.

Miss Blanche Lemmon returned home Tuesday.

Clark Gano made a trip to Woodsfield Friday.

Eph. Romick came home Thursday.

Jim Williamson, of the steamer H. K. Bedford, arrived home Friday.

Mrs. Sarah Richardson, of Wheeling was among relatives here last week.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, January 21, 1892

Jan. 16

Chas. ice of Bellaire spent Sunday with his sister at this place.

Miss Laura Dally visited relatives at Hannibal last week.

Miss Maggie Hofer returned him last week.

Died, Jan. 11, Mrs. Busche, at her home near town.

Miss Eva Nesbitt visited friends at New Martinsville the past week.

Married: Dr. Lydecker and Mrs. Millie Heinlein, on Wednesday last.

A. E. Nichel was on our streets Thursday.

We noticed the Sheriff in town Friday.

Mr. Haudenschield visited his brother at this place last Friday.

Quite a number of our citizens have been having la grippe.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, January 28, 1892

Jan. 23

Dr. Lowther, of New Martinsville, was in town Sunday.

Wilber Watters came home last week.

Ed. Jones was in town Sunday.

John Engeman left last week for Pittsburgh.

H. C. Thompson was at Woodsfield last week.

Jim Williamson is at home for a few days.

Frank Hofer was in town Friday visiting friends.

Ed Dunn, of steamer Ben Hur, is at home.

Quite a number of our town boys were called before the Grand Jury Thursday.

Mrs. Schaub died Wednesday, January the 20th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. Lemmon. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. W. Martin.

E. Coen, of Jefferson county, visited relatives in town last week.

Frank and Charles Lemmon were called home quite suddenly to attend the funeral of their grandmother.

Thonen, of Hannibal, attended the K. of P. Lodge here on Friday evening.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, February 4, 1892

Jan. 30

E. S. Dunn arrived home last week.

Emmet Litten was at New Martinsville Tuesday.

Albert Presentine, wife and children of near Seattle, Washington, are visiting relatives in town.

Lew Winland was at New Martinsville last week.

Wm. Goodwin of Clarington, was on our streets Wednesday.

Prof. T. A. Clegg was on our streets one evening last week.

Several members of the Jr. O.U.A.M. attended a flag presentation at Hannibal Friday.

Wm. Romic, Sr., who has been afflicted with paralysis, died at his home near town last Thursday.
Clare

Monroe County Gazette, February 11, 1892

Feb. 6
Charles Messerly, of Clarington, was in town Wednesday.

Miss Josie Stevens, of Padens Valley, was in town last week.

Several members of the K. of P. lodge of this place attended a meeting of the lodge at New Martinsville, Monday evening.

We notice Wm. Knight is able to be out again after quite a several attack of la grippe.

Capt. Dillon, of Wheeling, was in town Thursday.

Dr. Lowther, of New Martinsville, was on our streets last week.

R. Thomas, of Wheeling Island, was in town Thursday.

Mike Gano returned home last week.

Dr. Groux, of Miltonsburg, was on our streets one day last week.

Adda Knight spent Saturday and Sunday at home.

Daisy Richardson, of New Martinsville, was with relatives in town last week.

Sardis Council, No. 69 Jr. O.U.A.M, will present a flag and bibles to the Sardis school, on Thursday, February 18, the second anniversary of the council. The presentation speech will be delivered by Rev. Selby, of Wellsville, O., at 2:30 p.m. All sister councils are cordially invited to attend.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, February 18, 1892

Feb. 13
S. Lemmon made a business trip to Wheeling last Monday.

Miss Emma Johnston returned to her home at Gallipolis, O., to spend several weeks.

Mr. Haudenschield, of Laings, was in town last week visiting his son.

L. B. Harman visited friends at Martin's Ferry and Wheeling last week.

Mrs. Charles O'Niel {O'Neil}was at New Martinsville last Wednesday.

Dr. Ferguson, of Clarington was in town last week.

Charles Schaal, of Marietta, was in town Thursday.

Mr. and Mrs. McGranahan, of Wheeling, visited relatives in town last week.

Miss Maggie Williamson returned home from Wheeling Thursday evening.

Mr. Emmet Litten has been on the sick list.

Miss Maggie Presentine returned to Pittsburgh Friday after spending several weeks with her parents here.

There was a leap year party given by Miss Alma Funk at her home, last Saturday evening.

Clare

Monroe County Gazette, February 25, 1892

Feb. 20
Mr. Brannen, of Sistersville, was in town Wednesday.

Frank Humphrey was at New Martinsville last Tuesday.

Jacob Shafer was at Powhattan Sunday.

Misses Laura Dally and May Harman spent last Sunday and Monday with relatives and friends at Clarington.

Mrs. Ryon, of Wittens, was in town a few days last week.

John Voegtly, of Hannibal, was on our streets Friday.

Adda Knight spent Saturday and Sunday at home.

The presentation of the Flag and Bibles by the Jr. O.U.A.M. passed off very nicely. The G.A.R. Post, headed by their marshal band and Council No. 69 marched to the river to welcome the Sistersville band and members of neighboring lodges. The procession then marched to the school house, where exercises began with prayer by Rev. Harkness, of New Martinsville, which was followed by singing by the school. Recitations by Misses Alma Funk, Alice Tagert, Lou Moffett, Mr. Clark Gano and the fifth reader class of Prof. Witten's room. Next was a recitation by a class of Prof. Dennis' scholars, followed by a recitation from the primary scholars of Miss Alice Richardson's room. The presentation address was then delivered by Rev. Harkness.
Prof. L. A. Witten then responded by giving an excellent speech. Prof. Goddard was then called and gave an excellent address. The flag was then hoisted by the G.A.R. Post after which the crowd dispersed. The crowd numbered about 400.

There was a leap year party given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Litten Saturday evening.
Clare

Monroe County Gazette, March 3, 1892

Feb. 27
Mrs. Lizzie Reis is home visiting her parents in town.

Several of our Jr. O.U.A.M. boys attended the flag presentation at Antioch February 21. A good time is reported.

Mr. Jackson, of Parkersburg, was on our streets Wednesday.

Clark Gano made a trip to Sistersville one day last week.

N. Litten was at New Martinsville Friday.

Mrs. Dr. Boice, of Hannibal, visited relatives last week.

W. F. Mallory, Esq. was in town last Saturday.

Rev. R. W. Martin preached a very interesting sermon Friday evening.

Theodore Williamson visited relatives at Wheeling this week.

Mr. Smith, of Middlebourne, W.Va., registered at the O'Neil House Friday.

Miss Martha Enloe, of New Martinsville, visited friends here this week.

Rev. Mills preached a very interesting sermon at this place Saturday morning.
Clare From another correspondent.
Feb. 27.

The general health of the community is improving; there are a few cases of sickness yet.

On Monday last there was a heavy float of ice in the river, so heavy that the boats could not go. The impassible part was about 8 hours passing our wharf.

Mr. Randolph Snell has sold his farm on Pattens run.

Mr. Josephas Hoskinson has sold his farm on Pattens run to Godfrey Hossman for $500.

C. Watters, of this place, has rented the flouring mill for the coming year.

Last Sunday night a panic was {illegible} at the church by a colt, hitched to a cart, running off. No one was hurt. Ernest should have let the lady get the pony and card. This is leap year.

Work on the oil well near this place has been discontinued.

Rev. R. W. Martin preached here Friday night. There was church Saturday, Saturday night and Sunday.

Saturday was a lively day for some people.

Neighboring schools have not closed their winter terms.

Pat & Sharpnose.

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Monroe County Gazette, March 10, 1892

March 5.

Misses Lucy and India Witten, of Wittens, O., were among friends here a few days this week.

A. Hofer, of Hannibal, was in town Wednesday visiting relatives.

Chas. Messerly, of Clarington, was in town Thursday.

Rev. {illegible} of Clarington, assisted Rev. L. L. Fisher at the quarterly meeting.

Sadie Bowen visited friends in town last week.

Albert Voegtly, of Hannibal, was in town Thursday.

Mrs. E. Hall was called to Wheeling last week on account of the illness of her sister.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter visited friends at Hannibal a few days this week.

A. E. Nichel, of Clarington, was on our streets Friday.

Miss Lowther, of New Martinsville, spent Sunday with friends here.

Mrs. Charles O'Niel {O'Neil} visited relatives at Hannibal last week.

Mrs. J. M Goodwin was called to Clarington on account of the illness of her little granddaughter during the past week.
Clare

Monroe County Gazette, March 17, 1892

Fred Drollinger was at Wheeling last week.

Mr. and Mrs. Hall returned home from Wheeling Monday evening.

Mrs. Noah Litten is at her daughter's in Martin's Ferry

Henry Romick, of Pittsburgh, was among old friends here last week.

Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin, of Clarington, were visiting relatives here this week.

Mrs. Patterson and sister, Miss Miller, of Martin's Ferry, attended the funeral of their grandmother last Sunday.

Mr. Robb was on our streets Monday.

Mr. and Mrs. Wagner, of Pittsburgh, attended the funeral of Mrs. Wayne's mother on Sunday last.

Mrs. George Goodwin, of Pittsburgh, was visiting relatives in town last week.

Mrs. Romick, widow of the late deceased Wm. Romick, died at her daughter's in New Matamoras March 4.

E. S. Dunn returned home Tuesday.

L. B. Harman was at New Martinsville Wednesday.

Fred Hofer, of Hannibal, was among relatives here last week.

Sam Bramlich, of Hannibal, was in town Friday.

Mike Gano was at Wheeling last week.

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Goodwin on March 8, a son.

Born, Saturday, March 12, to Mr. and Mrs. George L. Case, a son.
Clare

From another Correspondent
March 12
Little boys and little marbles are noisy companions on our streets on fine days.

Farmers are engaging workers for the coming season.

The dairys are about all supplied with cheese makers for next term.

White Caps, there will be work for you in this community, or the country back a mile or so, if matters are not changed.

We saw in last week's paper where Clarington was ahead in number of dogs; but Sardis can boast of her number of babies, all of the one race--white.

L. A. Witten had to dismiss his school for a short time on account of his health.

Mr. Clagg's school will be out the 25th of this month and a good time is expected.

Pat & Sharpnose

Monroe County Gazette, March 24, 1892

Protracted meeting is in progress in the M.E. Church at present.

Mr. Samuel Hofer was at Parkersburg a few days this week.

Mrs. Myra Roe, of Clarington, was visiting friends in town.

Mr. L. B. Harman has been having a severe attack of la grippe this week.

Mr. Noah Litten is visiting relatives at Martin's Ferry.

Mr. John P. Goodwin has had quite a several attack of quinsey.

Mr. Erny Tisher, of Hannibal, was on our streets one evening last week.

Mr. Bostin, of Hannibal, was attending protracted meeting here last week.

Mr. B. Bridgeman of New Martinsville was in town Friday.

Messrs. Sam Harman Jr. and Will Brown were on our streets Sunday evening.

The German Minister of Hannibal preached an interesting sermon Friday evening.

Sleigh bells were heard again last week.

Monroe County Gazette, March 31, 1892

Dr. Ferguson has been here the past week.

Win Sims, of Clarington, was in town Monday.

Mr. and Mrs. Bud Williamson were visiting relatives here this week.

Charles Messerley, of Clarington, was in town Thursday.

Bright prospects of pavements by the amount of brick we see on the streets.

Arch. Umensetter was at Pittsburgh last week.

Miss Florence Hall departed Wednesday to be married.

The McGrew Bros arrived on the train Wednesday.

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Litten, March 24, a son.

Mrs. Ratcliff and children, of Wheeling, are visiting relatives here this week.

Several from town attended the party at New Martinsville Friday evening at the residence of Dr. R. Richardson.

Dr. Lowthers was in town Friday.

N. Litten came home Friday evening on the steamer Ben Hur.

Prof. John Kirkland, of Wittens, was in town Friday evening.

Mrs. Presentine was at Wheeling last week.

E. D. Thompson and E. W. Gano were at the oil fields one day last week.

Clare.

Monroe County Gazette, January 4, 1894

Mrs. John Morrow died on the boring of the 25th and was buried at Sykes cemetery on the 27th. She leaves a lonely companion who has the sympathy of many friends and neighbors. Mrs. Morrow was a noble woman, a good neighbor and friend. She will be sadly missed in the town as well as in her own home but she has gone where non every say. "I am sick," where there are no pangs of death. May the heart of her companion be comforted in the hope of a reunion ere long.

The holidays passed off quietly at Sardis. A first-class row in Ben Joy's saloon in the morning and a stereopticon show in the evening were prominent features of the hallowed day Christmas.

Rev. Mr. Wilson has closed the meeting which has been in progress at Stewart's chapel for some time. We did not learn the result.

Charlie Barker, who was so seriously wounded by Lafey Brown on Christmas morning, is getting along nicely.

Miss Alice Richardson of the Woodsfield schools is spending her vacation here with her friends.

A. Melott and bride of Missouri are spending the holidays with W. A. Humphrey.

Albert Frey and family of Youngstown, Ohio are spending the winter here.

Miss Adda Knight, who is teaching in the "oil field," spend Sabbath at home.

S. M. Suter and wife are both convalescent after a serious attack of la grippe.

A crowd of young folks attended the Christmas entertainment at Hannibal.

We have had quite an epidemic of grippe but the worse seems to be over.

Charlie Lemmon and wife of Wheeling spent Christmas with his parents.

Frank Knight of Parkersburg spent the holidays at his home here.

T. Magrannahan and wife of Wheeling are visiting friends here.

Monroe County Gazette, January 11, 1894

A necktie social was held at Mr. Worth Goddard's December 30, in honor of his sister Edith's birthday. The evening was spent in various kinds of amusements. The following is the list of presents beetled upon her by her friends:
Ruth Hisson, handkerchief; J. W. Martin, apron; Eva Goddard, handkerchief; James Jones, 25 cents; Ed Miller, handkerchief; Elbert Martin, pepper box; Elverton Goddard, handkerchief; Ethel Goddard, butter plate; W. F. Hossman, handkerchief; Willie Goddard, 10 cents; Mrs. Nannie Goddard, cake. The neckties were sold to the young gentlemen by Mr. James Jones,. Judging by the late hour at which some of them returned we suppose they had a long journey.

The year has flown, and with it many a bright and happy dream. The new is ushered in with new prospects and bright hopes for the future.

A number of young folks of this neighborhood spent a pleasant Christmas evening at Mr. Will Bush's.

Mrs. Worth Goddard spent New Year's day with her sister, Mrs. George Meyers of Walnut Camp.

The health of the community is good with the exception of a few who are still on the sick list.

An entertainment was given at the Theis school house on the evening of the 23td of December.

Mr. J. M. Goddard and wife who have been on the sick list for sometime, are recovering.

Mr. Worth Goddard attended the teachers' institute at Woodsfield a part of last week.

Rev. william Clarke begins his protracted meeting at Mt. Olive January 3.

Mr. John Ensinger and family spent Christmas at Mr. J. Goddard's.

Miss Lizzie Bolen is visiting her sister of Walnut Camp.

Monroe County Gazette, January 18, 1894

The protracted meeting is still in progress at Mt. Olive at this writing. Some very able sermons have been preached by Rev. Mr. Clarke which if the people would listen would accomplish much good.

Two of the Sardis dudes were at Mt. olive at meeting one night last week. They came out in a cart and had a break down but no bones were broken we learned.

J. E. Martin took a girl to church the other night and another fellow brought her home. J. E. can now say, "Did you ever get left?"

There must be some attraction over about Mr. Goddard's farm, judging from the visits Ed pays them.

Judging from the regular visits Jim pays to W. E. Goddard, we think that here is some attraction there.

Miss Etta Schoonover has returned home from Bellaire where she has been visiting her sister.

The health of the community is good with the exception of a few who are sill on the sick list.

Mr. S. A. Martin of Sistersville was visiting relatives in the community the 6th and 7th.

Miss Lizzie Bolen has returned home again.

Monroe County Gazette, January 25, 1894

Rev. R. W. Martin, who has been holding a meeting at the Connor appointment returned to his home last Sunday evening. He preached a very able sermon at Mt. Olive Tuesday evening.

Mrs. William Fagert who has been visiting her daughters, Mrs. J. M. Goddard and Mrs. R. W. Martin, has returned to her home near Sardis.

Rev. Mr. Clarke closed his meeting at Mt. Olive on the evening of January 17.

Miss Lizzie Bolen who has been sick with the grip is recovering.

Mr. John Ensinger will erect a new barn in the spring.

Mr. J. K. Rush has erected a fine new barn this winter.

Mr. Rowe Bolen is on the sick list.

Wheeling Register, October 28, 1894

Mrs. Myra Roe, of Clarington, Ohio, spent last Sunday with friends in town.

Quite a number from here were at New Martinsville Tuesday to listen to Gov. Wm. McKinley speak.

Miss Marie Gande, of Sistersville, was the guest of Miss Libbie Phillips the first of the week.

On next Sunday, November 4, the M.E. Church at Wittens, Ohio, will be dedicated. Preaching by the pastor, George M. Wilson, at 10:30 a.m. Everybody is cordially invited to attend.

Mrs. William Harris is visiting relatives at Glen Easton, W. Va., this week.

In this little hamlet this week "Jack the Peepers" have been playing their nefarious trade, and it is intimated that they will need the services of a doctor some of these dark nights.

Mr. Emmett Litten spent last Sunday with friends at Bellaire, Ohio.

Prof. James A. Watson is among friends in town again this week.

One of the most pleasant social events that ever occurred in the town of Sardis was that given at the home of Mrs. Ella Richardson, on Water street, in honor of her four boys. The evening was pleasantly spent in games and other amusements until a late hour, when the quests departed. Those present were the Misses Stella Cunningham, Minnie Humphrey, Laura Schafer, Emma Winland, Hattie Thompson, Erna Keister, Lizzie Bolden, Elvina Patterson and Laura O'Neill, Messrs. Ed Martin, Jake Wallinger, Earl Lemmon, George Thompson, William Knapp, Earnest Hartfield, Elmer Lowe, and Ort. Cunningham.

newspaper unknown, January 9, 1896

On New Years eve quite a crowd of young folks gathered at the home of Mr. Louis Windland, in honor of his charming daughters, Emma and Alma.

Mr. Turner is having a fine dwelling put up on Mound street, which will be an improvement to our city.

Mr. Messerly, the tailor from Clarington, and Mr. Hornbrook of New Martinsville, were here Friday.

Miss Kate Romick and Miss Emma Stoehr were at New Martinsville Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Hofer of Baresville were the guests of their son Samuel, New Years.

The Virginia passed up last night. It is one of the finest boats on the river.

Mr. Charles Tightess left for his home in Tightesville, last week.

The show given at the hall by Mr. Russel was well attended.

Mr. George Miller of Wheeling was in town Friday.

Newspaper unknown, January 16, 1896

Rev. Wilson's meeting is still continuing. Everyone should attend these meetings, and think about them, if it isn't much easier to live a christian life than to be a sinner.

Mr. E. Fry has opened his new grocery store. Ed is a pleasant gentleman and should be patronized.

Mrs. Lydia Lemmon of Allegheny was the guest of Slate Lemmon a few days this week.

Mr. Scott Hevington attended big meeting here Wednesday night.

Dr. J. K. Ferguson registered at the O'Neil house this week.

Ed Martin of the steamer Keystone is at home now. Dora Coffield was at home the past week.

Dr. Griffith is busy vaccinating.

The Spirit of Democracy, January 5, 1899

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Titus, Mr. and Mrs. George Titus and Maud Rhine attended a New Years dinner given at the residence of James Bowen at Wittens.

William Humphrey has purchased the dry goods and clothing of Mr. Case and will start in business, occupying the lower half of the cash store building.

Misses Ostella and Maud Cunningham attended the funeral of their cousin, Miss Marsh of Wheeling, who died very suddenly Christmas.

Business men in town this week were, Forerest Lawthers of New Martinsville, Sam Braunlick, Hannibal, and Mr. Dunkin of Wheeling.

Miss Adda Knight very pleasantly entertained her sunday school class Monday evening. They all received presents.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Barker and Fred Wohnhas were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas Wednesday.

Miss Dora Skinner of Sharpsburg and sister Emma Skinner of Marietta are the guests of relatives in town.

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Williamson and Mr. and Mrs. Hofer took a pleasure trip to Pittsburg on the Ben Hur.

Misses Elva Anderson, Jennie Huffman and Silvie Case are visiting Miss Huffman's home at Antioch.

Miss Blanche Lemmon was the guest of her brother Charles Lemmon at Wheeling the past week.

Mrs. Anderson and daughter, Adda were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Pumphrey at Steubenville.

Miss Emma Johnson gave each member of her Sunday school class a nice Christmas Gift.

Mr. and Mrs. Titus of Titusville are visiting their daughter and sons for several weeks.

Albert Frey and daughter of Ellenwood, Pa., are visiting relatives in town.

Mr. and Mrs. Fraley and children were speeding the holidays at Baresville.

Mrs. George Tubaugh was called home on account of her mother's sickness.

We are pleased to state that Rev. Strawl has recovered form the grip.

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Seibert have been at Wheeling for several days.

Miss Maud Rhine of Woodlands is visiting relatives and friends here.

Miss Mabel VanCamp of Paden's Valley was in town Wednesday.

Miss Emma Johnson and Nannie Case were shopping at Pittsburg.

Miss Rose Gamble of Martins Ferry was here this week.

Elmer Lower has secured a position at New Martinsville.

Mrs. Coffield returned home from Sistersville Monday.

Mrs. Christie and children were siting at Sistersville.

Louis Stoehr was at Clarington on business Tuesday.

Bert Christie is spending his vacation at Elk Fork.

The Spirit of Democracy, January 12, 1899

Louis Stoehr received a telephone message from New Martinsville Sunday evening stating that his son William Stoehr of that place was very ill.

Miss Eva Lowe has returned from Clarington where she had been visiting. She was accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Mont Lowe and children.

Dr. J. K. Ferguson of Marietta registered at the Cunningham house several days this week.

We sincerely wish the new managers of The Spirit of Democracy abundant success.

Several of our old residents are contemplating locating at Scio, the new oil field.

George Tubaugh was the guest of relatives here the forepart of this week.

A great many are having la grippe. All seem to be improving.

Our school has again resumed duty after a week's vacation.

Miss Dora Paden of Wheeling spent New Years at home.

The Spirit of Democracy, January 19, 1899

Among the many sick with the grip in town are Miss Blanche Lemmon, Mrs. Eva Hess, Mrs. Litten, Miss Bertie Steward, Louis Stoehr and Samuel Hofer.

Mrs. Laura Hofer and sister Maggie Hofer visited relatives and fiends at Baresville this week.

Mrs. Morris and Mrs. Crow were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham Sunday.

Miss Addie Cline and sister Cora Schafer were shopping in Wheeling Tuesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Keifer were the guests of Mrs. Keifer's parents Sunday.

Miss Minnie Lolading entertained several friends at cards Saturday evening.

Mrs. Stevenson and Maud Cunningham visited at Sistersville this week.

Mr. and Mrs. Summerville have returned from Parkersburg.

Mrs. Dick of Wheeling is the guest of hire sister Maggie Work.

Mr. Dunkin registered at the Cunningham house this week.

John Dally of Witten was the guest of friends Sunday.

Rev. Strawl is confined to his home with the grip.

Gene Wilson visited Friends at Baresville Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, January 26, 1899

Eugene Wilson has given up his school and gone to his mother's home at Sio. his scholars are very sorry to part with their teacher to whom they had taken quite a fancy. Miss Adda Knight will take his room and we know she will make a splendid teacher.

Case's shirt factory has resumed work after having been closed for several months. They expect to be very busy the entire year.

Miss Georgie Burton returned from Clarington where she had been the guest of relatives several weeks.

George Norris and John Whonhaus {Wonhas} were visiting Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Whonhas this week.

Miss Anna Burton of Clarington has been the guest of her sister Mrs. William Goodwin.

The planing mill run several days this week, which is something very unusual.

Henry Thompson and William Knapp of Sistersville were at home Sunday.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Art Cunningham January 22, a son.

Andrew Deiter was at Woodsfield one day this week.

All those having the grip are better.

The Spirit of Democracy, February 9, 1899

Next Tuesday will be St. Valentine's day and no doubt it will be celebrated with the usual exchange of compliments and flatteries.

Mrs. Winton Paden has returned from Scio and says that place is on quite a boom. They expect locating there in the spring.

Mr. and Mrs. William Stoehr and daughter Irene of New Martinsville visited relatives here the past week.

John Eisenbarth, a highly respected citizen died Sunday he leaves to mourn his loss a wife and several children.

Fred Wonhas and sister Mrs. Lillie Barker of Dairy were the guests of their parents several days last week.

An entertainment was given by a blind man Tuesday evening which was well attended.

George Hubbard of Woodsfield was visiting his brother O. K. Hubbard Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. James Bowen of Wittens were the guts of relatives in town Sunday.

Mr. Turner, who has been in distant oil fields several months returned home.

Miss Blanch Lemmon is out again, and is sewing at the factory.

Miss Ida and Ada Henderlong were in town last week.

Jacob Wohnhas was with relatives at Dairy this week.

Mr. Wrenshaw, was at home Saturday and Sunday.

Earnest Hartleap was the guest of friends here.

Mrs. Nettie Wohnhas was a visitor here last week.

John Devaul is here the guest of his mother.

Elmer Lowe was at home Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, February 16, 1899

Mrs. John Dunn, an aged and highly respected lady of this place died Wednesday, February 15. She was a true member of the Methodist Church and W. C. T. U. and was well and favorably known, being a kind and obliging neighbor. Three daughters and four sons survive her. The funeral took place Friday conducted by Rev. Strawl.

Lincoln's birthday was observed in the church Sunday with quite a number of recitations, select reading and a solo by May Harmon, which was greatly enjoyed by all; Prof. Fraley gave a splendid talk on the lesson.

Miss Ollie Price of near Sardis, who has been spending the winter in Wheeling returned home with the typhoid fever. She was accompanied by Maggie Angus.

Mrs. Ed Fogert of Baresville, Gene Dunn and wife, of Sistersville and Ed Dunn of the Ben Hur, attended the funeral of their mother Friday.

Albert Sohli of Pittsburg was the guest of his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Whonhas Friday.

Mr. Collins, a successful temperance lecturer spoke in the church Sunday afternoon.

Quiet a number from here attended the funeral of Mr. Eisenbarth Tuesday.

Philip Potts has moved to New Martinsville for medical treatment.

A crowd from Witten's attended preaching here Sunday afternoon.

Our young folks have been enjoying the snow sleigh-riding.

The Spirit of Democracy, February 23, 1899

With sadness we record the death of Mrs. Melvin Paden. The angel of death came about 7 o'clock Wednesday evening, and took her to that unknown world from whence no traveler returneth. Four children surviver her, three sons and one daughter, as follows: Dr. Melvin Paden, of White Oaks, New Mexico, Dr. William Paden, of Parkersburg, George Paden of Sardis, and Mrs. Irwin of Matamoras. Mrs. Paden was a kind an affectionate lady The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Carter of New Martinsville. Her remains were interred in Paden cemetery Friday afternoon.

Misses Kate and Nellie Christy entertained quite a number of their friends in a pleasant manner Saturday afternoon.

Gert Curvann, while skiing on the river Wednesday evening, broke through, but was rescued by Robert Christy.

Mr. Fraley and Miss Ida Tubaugh of Baresville were the guests of Prof. Fraley Wednesday evening.

Samuel Hall, one of our old citizens, but residing at Allegheny is with relatives here.

William Stoehr of New Martinsville was the guest of his parents Friday and Saturday.

John Curvann is taking hands with friends after an absence of several months.

Miss Martha Paden of New Martinsville attended the funeral of Mrs. Paden Friday.

Frank Loyd, of Baresville was the guest of friends here on evening this week.

Dr. Ferguson of Marietta stopped at the Cunningham House this week.

The river is frozen over, and the young folks have been enjoying skating.

League was well attended Sunday, Charles Dally was the leader.

George Paden secured Gene Thompson to ferry in his place this week.

Mrs. Louis Stoehr who has been ill wit the grippe has recovered.

John Wohnhas, of Diary was a caller in town Tuesday.

Mars Huffman registered at the Columbia this week.

Mr. Christy was at home several days with week.

John Dally, of Wittens was in town Friday.

Excerpts from The Spirit of Democracy, February 16, 1899

The Spirit of Democracy, March 2, 1899
George Washington's birthday was observed by the schools Friday afternoon in Adda Knight's room with music, recitations essays etc. Quite a number of visitors were present, who enjoyed the occasion The schools are progressing nicely.

Mr. Sidell, a lawyer of New Martinsville, was the guest of Miss Edith Hofer Monday evening and Tuesday.

Mr. Dornbush of Antioch has rented the Brennen store and will go into the hardware business.

Quiet a number of our young men attended a dance at Borbaugh's above town Wednesday evening.

Dr. Boice of Sistersville was called to the bed-side of Ethel Covan who has been seriously ill.

Emmet Watters of Canton was here the later part of this week. He will locate here.

Philip Cunningham and Lewis Stoehr were at New Martinsville on business Thursday.

Waymen Gano has secured a position as agent for Neil & Ellingham of Wheeling.

Mr. Downing and wife of Sistersville were the guest of friends this week.

Mr. and Mrs. George Tubaugh left for their homes at Glen Easton Friday.

Miss Emma Johnson, who has had the gripe is reported somewhat better.

George Thompson has been visiting Bellaire and Wheeling friends.

George Norris of Benwood visited at Jacob Whonhas's Sunday.

Charles Titus and family have moved into the Lowe property.

Charles Hall has been visiting his parents the past week.

Samuel Hofer was at New Matamoras on business Friday.

William Goodwin was at Wheeling one day this week.

John Harmon visited friends up the river this week.

John Dally, who has had siege of the gripe is better.

E. D. Thompson was at Sistersville Wednesday.

The Spirit of Democracy, March 9, 1899

Philip Potts, who resided at this place but had gone with his family to New Martinsville for treatment, died at that place Thursday evening March 2. He had been a sufferer from consumption for some time. He was a consistent member of the Christian church and was loved and respected by all wit whom he had became acquainted.

Miss White of Bellaire was the guest of the Misses Lizzie Skinner and Hattie Thompson the past week.

Fred Wohnhas of Dairy and Mr. Pebbler of Wheeling were the guests of jacob Ohnhas Monday.

Quite a number of gentlemen from here attended the funeral of Philip Potts at Texas Sunday.

Misses Emma Windland and Minnie Humphrey visited at New Martinsville this week.

Sherd Pattison of Witten was the guest of his sister Mrs. Vina Lemmon Sunday.

Reb. Strawl, our minister, will commence a protracted meeting at this place Sunday.

Mrs. Mary Lowe and children of Clarington are the guests of Mrs. Alonzo Lowe.

Frank Humphrey and Roy Suter took in the opera at New Martinsvlle Monday.

Mr. and Mrs. George Titus and daughter Mary were at Wheeling this week.

Messrs. Bowen & Titus purchased the livery barn of Ort Cunningham.

Rev. Harry Scott returned home from Scio on account of being sick.

John and William Wohnhas of Dairy were in town this week.

Roy Suter has secured a position as assistant postmaster.

Charles O'Neil was a visitor at Baresville Siunday.

Emmet Watters has purchased the flouring mill.

Miss Maggie Work has been ill for some time.

Elmer Lowe was at his home here Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, March 16, 1899
Winton Paden, sr., who had been at Scio for the past three months, returned home on account of ill health.

George Thompson's residence is almost completed. It makes a great improvement to our town.

Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Gano of Newport were the guests of friends and relatives the past week.

Miss Edith Hofer, a teacher in our school, was shopping in Wheeling Saturday.

Dora Coffield returned home from Marietta where he had been employed.

Miss Ardane McDonald has gone up the river where she has a position.

Jerry Burton of Clarington is working in Goodwin's cigar factory.

Clifford Bowen was the guest of friends the first of the week.

John Yost was a visitor at Jacob Wohnhas's Monday.

John Dally of Wittens has secured a situation at this place.

Mrs. John Kirkland died at her residence below town.

Dr. Pugh of Miltonsburg was here on business this week.

Eight new machines will be put in Case's shirt factory.

Jacob Schafer was at New Martinsville Monday.

Louis Stoehr was at Wittens Thursday.

Charles O'Neil was at Baresville Sunday.

Born to Mr.

and Mrs. George Case, a son.

The Spirit of Democracy, March 23, 1899

Paul Romick of near Sardis died Saturday. He was a well respected gentleman. Interment in Mt. Olive cemetery Monday.

Mr. and Mrs. Colvin and son Benny and Philip Bush and son Charles were shopping at Wheeling Saturday.

The protracted meeting close DFiday evening. Rev. Goddard preached an excellent sermon that evening.

Miss Leta Paden left Monday for Wheeling and Pittsburg. She expects to be gone several months.

Miss Cora Schafer pleasantly entertained several of her most intimate friends Saturday evening.

Misses Elra Anderson and Lizzie Huffman were the guests of Wheeling friends and relatives this week.

Mrs. George Titus and children were at Wittens this week the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Bowen.

Mrs. Laura Hofer and sister Maggie were the guests of Mrs. Dr. Boice at Sistersville last week.

James Hubbard of Wittens visited friends and attended protracted meeting here this week.

Miss Bertie Steward was a New Martinsville Sunday visited her sister Mrs. Jennie Keefer.

A number of gentlemen from here attended James Bowen's sale at Wittens Saturday.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Barker were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas sunday.

Misses Lota Schafer and Emma Stoehr were shopping at New Martinsville Saturday.

Albert Frey of Elwood, Pa., was the guest of his parents several days this week.

Miss Vada Boice of Baresville is the guests of fiends and relatives.

Miss Lida Ruble of St. Mary's was the guest of friends last Sunday.

Dr. Steward and Louis Stoehr were at New Martinsville Friday.

Mrs. Eva Hess was shopping at New Martinsville Friday.

Miss Ethel Goddard is the guest of Miss Bertha Dally.

Fred Wohnhas of Dairy was in town Monday.

Wetzel Democrat, April 12, 1912

[Sardis Column]

Miss Erna Litten, who is attending Elliott Business College, is home for a brief visit.

Arthur Workman of Benwood, O., was a visitor in town, Monday.

Everett Buch attended the teachers' examination at Woodsfield, Saturday.

Dr. S. C. Griffith was a professional caller in Moundsville, Monday.

Miss Sylvia Smith was shopping in Sistersville, Monday.

John Gehring, who was working at Wheeling, is visiting his parents here.

Mr. and Mr. E. E. Herndell of Philadelphia, Pa., were visiting at the home of E. S. Dunn.

George H. Martin spent Sunday at his home here.

Ellwood Steward, our township assessor was in Woodsfield this week.

Wilson Martin was a business caller in Sistersville, Saturday.

The Easter services held in the M. e. church, Sunday evening, were quite a success.

Dr. S. C. Griffith and daughter, Lucile, were calling in Sistersville, Saturday.

Miss Grace Bowery attended the teachers' examination held at New Martinsivlle, Friday.

Rev. Shultz of Sistersville, preached at the M. E. church, Sunday, on the subject of "Temperance." Everybody invited.

The Spirit of Democracy, April 13, 1899

Case's shirt factory is pushed with orders and running full time. A number of machines have been added and we are beginning to highly appreciate it as an industry.

Now since election is over, we hope our new supervisors will give us good roads as there has been great complaint all winter about the condition of our roads.

E. D. Lemmon and wife of New Martinsville spent Wednesday here as it is their custom to spend that day each week in their Art Gallery at this place.

J. Summerville has recovered from a recent attack of measles and has gone to St. Mary's to work. Master Ed is also recovering from the same disease.

Azeriah Hoskinson, an old resident of our place, died Thursday and was buried by the G.A.R. Post at Mt. Olive cemetery Saturday morning.

E. A. Walters, who moved to Lewisville last spring, has returned and bought the flouring mill which he intends to repair quite thoroughly.

Will Vetter returned to school at New Philadelphia Tuesday. He was accompanied as far as Wheeling by his mother and brother Roy.

Our public schools closed one week ago. We will have a normal by P. E. Fraley, which we hope will be well patronized.

Moving time brought about an unusual number of changes in town. We lost a few of our residents and gained some.

Miss Bertie Cook of Barnesville has returned to Sardis and is employed in Mrs. Goodwin's millinery parlors.

Mr. Dornbush of this county has moved to town and will open a store at once in the Brennan property.

Miss Maggie Work is still confined to her room quite sick. Roy Suter is filling her place in the postoffice.

Mrs. N. J. and Rachel Goodwin and Mrs. Sam Williamson were shopping in Wheeling one day last week.

Mrs. J. P. Goodwin and milliner returned from Pittsburg last week with a fine stock of millinery.

Dr. Pugh of Miltonsburg has moved to town and located in the home of the late Dr. T. J. Roe.

Ephriam Romick of the Pittsburg wharf boat is at home after an absence of several months.

Quite a number from this place attended commencement at Hannibal last week.

Mr. and Mrs. E. O Kiefer of New Martinsville spent Sabbath with friends here.

J. O. K. Hubbard, who has been sick nearly all winter, is able to go to work.

Mr. Clem Walters of Canton Ohio was the guest of friends here last week.

Ed Martin of the Steamer Ben Hur is among his friends.

Quarterly Meeting was held at Mt. Mariah Saturday.

The Spirit of Democracy, April 20, 1899

A fire was discovered in the resident of Dr. Steward Wednesday evening. By the aid of the people it was soon extinguished.

Philip Cunningham, formerly proprietor of the St. Elmo has moved into his own hotel, the Cunningham house.

Miss Rose Drolinger returned home from Clarington Monday where she attended the Old Maids convention.

Miss Bertie Cook, the milliner, returned from Pittsburg where she purchased her spring stock of hats.

Mrs. Louis Stoehr and daughter Mabel were the guests of relatives at New Martinsville last week.

Thomas Hess has moved his family to Moundsville, where he will work at the carpentering trade.

Misses Blanch and Mary Lemmon have opened an ice crew parlor on Mound Street.

Edward Summerville, who had been seriously ill with the measles, has recovered.

Messrs. Ort Cunningham and Bert Humphrey were at New Martinsville Friday.

Mr.and Mrs. Charles O'Neil were at Cochransville on business one day this week.

Messrs. John and Duncan Dally were at Jackson Ridge on business Thursday.

Miss May Harmon was the guest of New Martinsville friends Saturday.

Misses Maud Rhine and Inice Parker are attending summer school here.

Clifford Bowen of St. Mary's was the guest of friends here several days.

Miss Mattie Windland took a pleasure trip to Pittsburg on the Ben Hur.

Mrs. Moffett has return home after an absence of several months.

Samuel Williamson has bought an interest in the steamer Jewel.

Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas is visiting relatives at Dairy this week.

Samuel Hofer and S. M. Suter were elected school directors.

Miss Minnie Lollitan was shopping in Wheeling thursday.

John Dunn is furnished his dwelling in handsome style.

James Bowen and family of Wittens have located here.

Miss Emma Johnson has returned from Gallipolis.

Dora Coffield has secured a situation on the Jewel.

Louis Stoehr was at New Martinsville Thursday.

The Spirit of Democracy, May 11, 1899

Mrs. A. C. Vetter very charmingly entertained her Sunday school class Thursday evening.

Miss Emma Stoehr was the guest of friends and relatives at new Martinsville last week.

Mrs. Dr. Lydecker of New Hersey is with her mother and other relatives in town.

Charles O'Neil and Louis Stoehr were at Pittsburg on business the past week.

A crowd from here attended the commencement at New Martinsville Friday.

The teachers examination at this place. Saturday was well attended.

Miss Hettie Lower is the guest of Clarington friends and relatives.

James Bowen and Henry Stoehr were at Wittens Sunday.

Fred Wohnhas of Dairy was a visitor in town Saturday.

Mr. Hare and Miss Wagner visited in town over Sunday.

Miss Vada Boice of Sistersville visited relatives in town.

Miss Mabel Watson is the guest of relatives in town.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 1, 1899

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hess and children of Moundsville have been the guests of their many relatives and friends here. They are well satisfied with their new location.

Misses Lota Schafer and Emma Stoehr have been with Wheeling and Powhatan relative and friends for a week.

Misses Stella Cunningham, Maggie Hofer and Emma Windland were shopping at Wheeling Saturday.

Samuel Knight and family of Parkersburg spent several days in town the guests of relatives.

Quite a crowd from here attended Robinsons circus at New martinsville Saturday.

Mrs. Louis Stoehr and son Henry were at New Martinsville Friday and Saturday.

John Dally experienced a sun away Friday which bruised him considerable.

Misses Mary Harmon and Adda Knight were at Wheelig Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hofer returned home from Pittsburg Wednesday.

Mrs. John Goodwin attended the commencement at Pahatan Friday.

Samuel Hofer is improving his dwelling with a veranda.

Louis Stoehr was at Wheeling on business Monday.

R. O. Work was at Wheeling on business Monday.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 8, 1899

The many friends of Capt. John Hyer of the Steamer Jewel are delighted to know that the crisis is passed in his disease and that he is better. An early recovery of his health is hoped for.

Fifteen or twenty members of the "Loyal Temperance Legion" passed a very successful examination last Saturday. The time of the commencement will be fixed in a few days.

Prof. Fraley and Miss Edith Hofer both closed very successful terms of school last week. As a normal instructor Prof. Fraley stands at the head of the ranks.

After spending a few weeks here with friends, Mrs. Millie Lydecker and three boys returned to Patterson, New Jersey, where they will make their future home.

Mr. Flannegan and family of Wheeling are spending the summer here for the benefit of Mrs. Flannagan's health which is greatly improved.

Some of our citizens are talking of locating at Proctor. The oil excitement is at fever heat which induces them to go there.

J. H. Bowen and two little grand daughters came up from St. Mary's and spent Sabbath with friends here.

Mrs. Hattie Frey and daughter Flora are enjoying a trip to Cincinnati on the fine Steamer key Stone State.

Memorial Day and pension day have both been here and respectively interested many old soldiers.

Mrs. Myra Roe has added a new story and other improvements to her property.

E. W. Litton, delegate to Grand Lodge of K. of P, at Columbus, has returned.

Rev. R. S. Strahl preached an excellent sermon Sabbath afternoon.

Ed Martin has quit the Jackson Ridge oil field and returned home.

L. Windland is treating his house to a new coat of paint.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 18, 1899

Decoration Day exercises this year were very good. The Grand Army and its worthy assistants were astir early and in earnest. The town was appropriately decorated and everybody seemed to be interested. After dinner the members of the G.A.R., Jr. O.U.A.M. and K. of P. lodges marched to the cemetery to decorate the graves of their fallen heroes. The audience then went to the church where they listed to addresses by Rev. Goddard, Prof. Tobey and Bung Ryan which were highly appreciated.

Messrs. George and Robert Gauding of Martins' Ferry are the guests of their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Deiter.

Mrs. Dr. Donehue, a returned missionary from China, gave a very interesting lecture at the church Tuesday evening.

Mr. and Mrs. Mart Lowe and children and Mr. Sanford of Clarington were visiting Mrs. Alonzo Lowe Sunday.

Misses Lota Schafer and Emma Stoehr spent Tuesday evening at New Martinsville the guests of relatives.

Charles Titus and family have located at New Martinsville where he has gone into the livery business.

Mr. and Mrs. William Turner and daughter Ella were at Sistersville the forepart of the week.

A crowd of young folks took in the excursion to New Martinsville on the Lexington Sunday.

John Morrow and wife of Ozark were the guests of Mrs. Edward Dunn a few days.

Thomas Funk and daughter Della of New Martinsville were int town Tuesday.

William Stoeher of New Martinsville was the guest of his parents Sunday.

Mr. Pebbler of Wheeling was a guest of Jacob Wohnhas Monday.

Harry Bowen of St. Mary's was a caller here Sunday.

Mrs. Bowen is the guest of relatives at Matamoras.

Summer school closed Friday.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 15, 1899

John Dally seems to be very unfortunate. He experienced another runaway Thursday, which left his nose in a very bad condition.

Mrs. Charles O'Neill was at Proctor Monday, superintending the erection of their new dwelling.

George Thompson, clerk on the H. K. Bedford, arrived home and has been laid up with tonsillitis.

Miss Emma Stoehr was the guest of New Martinsville relatives and friends over Sunday.

Misses Emma Johnson and Elva Anderson were shopping at Wheeling Monday.

Mrs. Dr. Boice and daughters of Sistersville are the guests of relatives here.

Mrs. Lowe and Mrs. Seibert were at New Martinsville Thursday.

O. W. Cunningham was a Proctor this week on business.

Goodwin's cigar factory has closed for the season. Miss Eva Lowe is visiting at Clarington.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 22, 1899

Children's Day services were very appropriately observed in the church Sunday evening. All who participated deserve praise, especially the little boys.

Mr. and Mrs. William Turner were suddenly called to the beside of Mr. Turner's mother at Sistersville who is seriously ill.

Messrs. W. T Sidell and C. E. Burlinganer of Martinsville were calling on their lady friends Wednesday evening.

John Harmon and Misses Carr and Cook took in the excursion on the Lexington to New Martinsville Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. John Goodwin and children were the guests of Dr. Boice and family at Sistersville Sunday.

Miss Louise Deiter, is at Martins Ferry to spend the summer with her sister Mrs. Henry Gauding.

Miss Carr, of Barnesville who was the guest of Miss Bert Cook for ten days, returned home Monday.

Mrs. Marsey and children of Pittsburg have located here and are occupying the O. W. O'Neil dwelling.

Miss Anna Burton of Clarington is the guest of her sister Mrs. William Goodwin.

Misses Lota Schaffer and Emma Stoehr spent Sunday with Matamoras relatives.

Mrs. Louis Stoehr and son Henry arrived home from New Martinsville Wednesday.

The girls are enjoying skiff riding at present, but some make bad oarsmen.

Miss Emma Johnson is spending her summer vacation at Mt. Lake Park.

Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Whonhas are visiting their children at Diary.

Cliff Bowen of St. Mary's was the guest of friends Sunday.

Louis Stoehr was at New Martinsville Saturday on business.

Jerry Burton left his home at Clarington Saturday.

Robert Christie was at home one day this week.

Elmer Lowe was at home over Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 22, 1899

The graduating exercises of the L. T. Legion will be held some time next week. The date will be set as soon as Mrs. Starbuck, the speaker, is heard from. There will be twenty-five graduates who are enthusiastic to make the exercises a grand success.

Mr. S. Johnson, who was married to Miss Kate Romick of this place the 4th inst., came down from new Martinsville last Saturday and took his bridge away.

On last Sabbath A.C. Vetter visited his cousin Capt. John Hyer who is quite ill from typhoid fever at his home in Clarington.

Charles Lemmon and family and sister Blanche, of Wheeling spent a few days with friends here the first of the week.

Miss Bertie Stewart and Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Keifer of New Martinsville spent Sabbath with their father Dr. Stewart.

George Thompson of the steamer Bedford has been quite sick of quinsy but will soon be able to resume his work.

The officers of the Epworth League were installed Sabbath evening by Mrs. R. S. Strahl, wife of the pastor.

Miss Lenora Carr of Barnesville is visiting Miss Bertie Cook who is in the employ of Mrs. J. P. Goodwin.

Mrs. Dr. Boice and children of Sistersville are visiting her brother Charles Dally and other relatives.

Miss Eva Nesbitt of Sistersville spent a few days with here parents here last week.

Children's Day exercises will be observed next Sabbath evening.

Clifford Bowen of St. Mary's wear in town Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, June 29, 1899

Miss Della Litten returned home Saturday evening after an extended visit with relatives and friends at Martin's Ferry.

Mrs. Lewis Winland and three children left Saturday on board the Ruth to visit her sister on Wheeling Island.

Rev. R. W. Martin and family of Stafford are guests of relatives and friends in town.

W. F. Litten, an employee of the Sistersville Hardware company, spent Sunday at home.

Fred Tubaugh and sons Oliver and Edward from Glen Easton were here last week.

Rev. R. W. Martin preached an excellent sermon in the M.E. church Sunday.

Miss Sylvia Walters was the guest of Martinsville friends Wednesday.

Miss Ella Thompson spent Sunday with her father at Sistersville.

Miss Louise Deiter returned home Saturday from Martin's Ferry.

Miss Mattie Lemmon is the guest of friends in Wheeling.

Mollie Christie is visiting relatives in Sistersville.

William Stevenson spent Sunday at home.

Jerry Burton was at Wheeling Saturday.

S. V. Williamson was in town Friday.

Otto Elliott is here from Scio.

The Spirit of Democracy, July 6, 1899

Rev. R. W. Martin and family returned to their home in Stafford Thursday after a pleasant visit with friends.

Our flouring mill is being treated to a coat of paint. It is well deserving of it for it makes most excellent flour.

Miss Etta McDaniels, accompanied by her aunt Mrs. James Bowen, left Friday fro her home in Titusville, Pa.

Several of our old soldiers were called to Hannibal Sunday to attend the funeral of Mr. Harter.

Misses Alma and Erma Winland are the guests of friends on Wheeling Island.

Miss Mollie Stamm of Martinsville spent Sunday with Miss Mae Harman.

Mrs. Thomas Hess and children of Moundsville are visiting friends in town.

Miss May Baxter was the guest of Miss Sylvia Watters last week.

Miss Winnie Humphrey is visiting friends in Wellsburg, W.Va.

Mrs. Andrew Deiter is visiting her daughter at Martin's Ferry.

Miss Lena Hess is the guest of friends and relatives in Clarington.

Roy Suter is home. He has been clerking on the steamer Jewel.

Miss Mattie Lemmon returned home Friday from Wheeling.

Miss Stella Cunningham is visiting friends in Wheeling.

William Knapp of Sistersville spent Sunday at home.

Mr. Harnbrook was a business caller in town Friday.

William Litten left for Jackson Ridge last week.

N. Litten was in Wheeling a few days last week.

Thomas Martin is at home.

The Spirit of Democracy, July 20, 1899

Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Mozena and son Russel of Martins Ferry were the guests of relatives and friends in town last week.

William Knapp of Sistersville was called home last week on account of the illness of his mother.

W. W. Christie has moved his family to Elk Fork where they will remain during the summer.

Mrs. F. C. Dornbusch returned home from Clarington where she has been visiting friends.

Mrs. John Davis and two children of Bellaire were the guests of relatives here last week.

J. D. Nesbitt lost his old reliable horse "Barney." The horse was twenty-seven years old.

Miss Amelia Hess of Clarington is the guest of her grandmother at this place.

Mrs. and Mrs. William Stoehr of New Martinsville are visiting friends here.

Mrs. Andrew Deiter returned home Saturday from Martins Ferry.

Rev. and Mrs. Strahl were in town Wednesday calling on friends.

Mrs. D.M. Wallace of Sistersville visited friends in town last week.

Frank Knight of Cleveland is at home the guest of his parents.

Mr. C. Bowen of St. Mary's spent Sunday at this place.

Mrs. Mary Hofer of Hannibal was here last week.

P. E. Fraley and wife returned home last week.

Henry Thompson spent Sunday at home.

Joe Ramsey is the guest of his brother.

W. F. Litten spent Sunday at home.

The Spirit of Democracy, August 3, 1899
Theodore Coffield, a highly respected young man of this place, was drowned off the tow boat Sam Clarke at Martins' Ferry Wednesday morning, July 19th. he had accepted a position on the boat which had been tied up here during the low water. On Tuesday the boat was able to leave her moorings on the rise and Martin's Ferry was reached where the sad accident occurred. The body was recovered Friday afternoon near Moundsville, and was brought to this place where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. M. Goddard. The deceased was 29 years of age. He leaves a widowed mother and many relatives and friends. Among the relatives and friends who attended the funeral from a distance were: Mrs. Rice, Hill, Collins, Aspin and Stewart, Sistersville, W.Va; Jess Coffield, Bellaire; Mrs. Kessel, Wellsville; Mrs. Williamson and children Cochransville, and Rev. J. Martin of Cadiz.

Mrs. James Bowen and son John retired home Friday from Titusville, Pa., where they have been the guest of her parents.

Dr. S. C. Griffith returned from Chicago Wednesday where he has been attending college.

Miss Clara Litten of Wellsville, Ohio, visited her sister Della and grandparents Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. William Berkle were vision relatives here a few days last week.

Miss Graham and Mrs. Sayre of Sistersville spent Sunday with Eva nesbitt.

Charles Hall and bridge were in town Sunday the guest of his parents.

Miss Leta Paden of Wheeling is visiting friends in town.

Maggie Hofer is visiting at Hannibal.

The Spirit of Democracy, July 27, 1899

[deferred from last week]
William and Harry Williamson and Miss Maggie Williamson, Mr. and Mrs. Tom McGranahan and daughter Ora of Wheeling, Mrs. bud Williamson of Cochransville, Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Collins of Sistersville, Mrs. Eva Williamson and daughter Clara of Wheeling, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bowen of St. Marys, George Thompson of the steamer N K. Bedford and Ort Cunningham of Proctor attended the funeral of Dora Coffield.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Titus and children of Martinsville were the guests of relatives and friends Sunday evening.

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Seibert and issues Elva and Adda Anderson took in the Proctor oil field Sunday.

Miss Erma Deiter is at Woodsfield for a week the guest of her uncle Louis Sulsberger and other friends.

Mrs. Gatts of Moundsville was with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Philip Cunningham over Sunday.

Mrs. George Norris of Dairy was the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas several days.

Miss Margaret Hofer, who was visiting friend at Fishing Creek, W. Va., came home Saturday.

Mrs. James Bowen and son John who were visiting hat her old home, Titusville, Pa., returned Friday.

Mr. and Mrs. George Thompson and daughter Katie recently visited relatives at Benwood, Ohio.

Several of the boys who were on the steamer Samuel CLark left her and returned home.

Messrs. John Curran and William Litten of Jackson Ridge were in town Sunday.

Case's factory resumed work Monday after giving the operators a months' vacation.

Messrs. John and Fred Wohnhas of Dairy were in town on business Monday.

Miss Dove Paden of Wheeling is at home to spend the rest of the summer.

Mrs. Mart Lowe and children are the guests of Mrs. A. Lowe for a month.

Lawyer Keefer and wife of Martinsville were at Dr. Steward's Sunday.

The steamer Urana is running in the Wheeling and Marietta trade

Messrs. Cy Mericle and Louis Stoehr were at Woodsfields Saturday.

Mrs. Knapp, who it was feared would not recover, is convalescent.

Charles Hall and bride were the guests of his parents Sunday.

Miss Lota Schafer, who was very ill, is slowly improving.

Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas is visiting her children Laings.

Miss Eva Nesbitt returned home Wednesday.

The Spirit of Democracy, August 17, 1899

Mr. Henry Romick, a former resident of this place now of Pittsburg is here visiting relatives and friends.

Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Thomas and son Wilbur of Martin's Ferry are visiting friends in town.

Mrs. Herman Hess and children of Wheeling are here visiting relatives and friends.

Harry Marlow of Matamoras is the guest of his cousin Miss Bertie Stewart.

Miss Rose Drollinger of Clarington was the guest of friends here Sunday.

Several of our young people enjoyed a pleasant drive to Hannibal Sunday.

Mrs. D. W. Mozena of Martin's Ferry is here the guest of her parents.

Rev. G. M. Goddard preached in the M. E. church Sunday afternoon.

Miss Eva Nesbitt of Martinsville was in town Sunday.

T. W. Martin is home off the Steamer Keystone State.

N. Litten's house is being treated to a coat of paint.

L. B. Harmon was in Martinsville Wednesday.

W. F. Litten of Sistersville was here Sunday.

Arch Umensetler is here visiting friends.

The sick of our town are all improving.

William Knapp was in town Sunday.

Henry Thompson was here Sunday.

The Spirit of Democracy, August 24, 1899

(too late for last week)

Miss Edith Hofer, who has been spending a few days with Miss Maud Ryan at Woodland, W.Va., returned home Tuesday evening on the Jewell.

Surveyors of the short line railroad have been surveying the river shore between here and New Martinsville during the past few days.

Charles O'Neill and family moved to New Martinsville last week where Mr. O'Neill has purchased the Headlee restaurant.

Misses Maud and Estella Cunningham have returned home after several days visit with relatives at Moundsville.

Several Boating parties launched their craft last week. Others are billed for the coming week.

Miss Ethel Thomas of Martin's Ferry is spending a few days with there aunt, Mrs. Myra Roe.

Miss Annie Burton of Clarington spent Sunday with her sister Mrs. William Goodwin.

Miss Lottie Schaffer who has been very ill with typhoid fever, is able to be out again.

Will Hess and family, of Clarington spent Sunday with Mr. Hess's brother John Hess.

Will L. Vetter is home from college. He will spend his vacation with his parents.

There is still a fair boating stage in the Ohio. All the local packets are out.

Our streets are being put in first class shape by Road Supervisor S. M. Sutter {Suter}.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter and son Roy, are visiting relatives at Parkersburg.

Miss Veda Boice of Sistersville is visiting friends and relatives here.

George Thompson has returned to his boat, H. F. Bedford.

Ray Suter is at home for a few days on account of illness.

The Spirit of Democracy, August 31, 1899

too late for last week

Miss Della Litten accompanied by her aunt Mrs. Mozena of Martin's Ferry, spent Tuesday wit Miss Litten's father at Sistersville.

Misses Bertie Steward and Minnie Humphrey spent Wednesday with Miss Steward's sister Mrs. E. D. Keifer of Martinsville.

Miss Amelia Hess returned to her home at Clarington last week after a pleasant visit with friends in town.

Miss Velma O;Neill of Martinsville spent Sunday with her sister Mrs. Cunningham at this place.

Misses Adda Knight, Edith Hofer and Elva Anderson spent last Wednesday at Epworth Park.

Frank Humphrey was clerking in C. W. O'Neill's restaurant at Martinsville during the fair.

Mrs. James Bowen and son John spent Thursday with her brother at Martinsville.

Mrs. Maude Bartley and children of Sistersville are here visiting her sister.

Mr. Berkle {Burkle} of Wheeling registered at the Cunningham house Wednesday.

Miss Blanche Lemmon of Wheeling is here the guest of her parents.

Miss Vada Boice of Sistersville spent last week with friends in town.

Charles Bowman of Chicago was in town a few days last week.

Mrs. Mozena of Clarington is visiting her daughter at this place.

Mr. and Mrs. Moore of Sistersville are visiting friends in town.

John L. Harman spent Sunday with friends at Barnesville.

Miss Hattie Thompson is visiting friends at Bellaire.

Henry Romick of Pittsburg is here visiting friends.

Prof. P. E. Fraley was here one day last week.

The sick of our town are all convalescent.

Our public school will begin October 2d.

Roy Suter is here off the steamer Jewell.

The Spirit of Democracy, August 31, 1899

A crowd composed of the Misses Blanch, Mary and Mattie Lemmon, Silvie Watters, Maud Cunningham and Maggie Hofer and Messrs. William Vetter and Clark Lemmon took a wagon ride Saturday evening.

Frank Schafer entertained several of his friends with a watermelon party Saturday evening.Those present were Misses Hattie Thompson, Emma Stoehr, Neva Gano and Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bush and son.

Miss Tenie Meder of Wheeling, who has been the guest of friends at Clarington, Franklin and Woodland the past month, is here visiting her uncle Jacob Wohnhas.

Mr. and Mrs. Mont Lowe and children returned to their home at Clarington Wednesday. Mrs. Lowe's health is greatly improved.

Mr. and Mrs. George Norris and son of Dairy were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wohnhas Saturday and Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. Johnson of New Martinsville were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Romick over Sunday.

Misses cora Schafer and Minnie Lollading were shopping at New Martinsville Saturday.

Blanch Lemmon led League in an appropriate manner Sunday evening.

Charles Christy and Frank Whenshaw spent Sunday at home.

Robert Williamson is visiting his mother and other friends.

The Spirit of Democracy,, September 14, 1899

Saturday morning fire partially destroyed E. C. Frey's ware room. Considerable damage was done to goods. The origin of the fire is unknown. The building was insured.

There will be a wedding in the near future, in which a prominent young lady of this place and gentlemen of a near by town will take part.

Miss Lota Schafer was able to resume work at Case's factory Monday after a sickness from typhoid fever.

There has been a great deal of sickness in our village this summer. At present all are improving.

Mr. and Mrs. William Wohnhas and daughter Eva of Dairy visited Jacob Wohnhas this week.

The Misses Norah and Mary Eugerman of Pittsburg are visiting Mrs. Mickel.

A crowd of young folks took in the lawn fete at Baresville Friday evening.

Dr. F. Lowthers of Martinsville made a professional call in town this week.

The Local Option election Saturday brought an immense crowd to town.

Mrs. Lowe and Mrs. Edward Seibert were at Martinsville Monday.

Misses Dove Paden and Dora Merickle attended the Woodsfield fair.

Deputy Sheriff Little of Woodsfield was in town Saturday.

Miss Tenie Meder is the guest of relatives at Dairy.

Louis Stoehr was at Martinsville on business Friday.

The Spirit of Democracy, November 9, 1899

The Epworth League will give a Longfellow entertainment Friday evening, in which many of our young folks will take part.

Roy Suter has accepted a situation as assistant fairy man in the place of Bud Romick who has a position on Jackson Ridge.

There has been considerable rise in the river, and all the steamers have resumed their regular routes.

Miss Colvin, a respected lady, died Sunday morning. She had been an invalid for many years.

Mr. and Mrs. Ed Engerman of Pittsburg are the guests of Mrs. Mickel and other friends.

C. Keener of Martinsville was the guest of friends here Sunday evening.

Elmer Dowe and friend of Martinsville were visiting here Sunday.

Charles Christy was the guest of his parents last week.

Louis Stoehr was at Woodsfield on business Saturday.

The Spirit of Democracy, November 16, 1899

Miss Velma O'Neil of Martinsville was the guest of her niece Mrs. Art Cunningham over Sunday.

Mrs. Charles Barker of Dairy was with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wohnhas this week.

The church was crowded Friday evening for the entertainment which was quite a success.

Quite a crowd of young folks enjoyed a straw-ride Wednesday evening to Baresville.

Miss Hattie Lowe is at Clarington the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Mont Lowe.

Mrs. Bridgeman was with friends at Wheeling the past week.

Louis Stoehr made a business trip to Woodsfield Wednesday.

Fred Wohnhas of Dairy was a visitor here Saturday.

Frank Shafer was a Wheeling several days this week.

Mr. Hollister was in town one day this week.

The Spirit of Democracy, November 23, 1899

Miss Nina Humphrey entertained a number of friends at her pleasant home on Mound street Tuesday evening in honor of Miss Emma Johnston. A delightful luncheon was served.

Mrs. Mattie Thompson returned him last week from Pittsburg where she spent the summer the guest of her daughter Mrs. Voelp.

Mr. and Mrs. Humphrey and children of Steubenville spent last week in town the guest of friends.

Mrs. Lottie Campbell and son Walton of Wheeling Island are the guests of friends in town.

The Misses Adda Cline and Cora Shaffer spent Saturday with New Martinsville friends.

Miss Minnie Lollathan and nephew George Renshaw spent Saturday at Sistersville.

Miss Emma Johnston left Tuesday for Wheeling where she will be the guest of friends.

Miss Della Litten spent a few days in Sistersville last week visiting her father.

Misses Mal Harman and Maggie Hofer were shopping at Wheeling Saturday.

Mrs. Kien Hield of Pennsylvania is here the guest of her mother.

Mr. Eugene Thompson was at Sistersville one day last week.

Mr. S Lemmon was at Parkersburgh a few days last week.

Mrs. Walton of Wheeling is the guest of her sister Mrs. Roe.

Mrs. C. E. Litten was shopping in Sistersville Saturday.

Our schools are progressing nicely under Prof. Fraley.

Mr. Chambers was a business caller in town Saturday.

J. W. Litten of Jackson Ridge spent Sunday at home.

William Knapp of Sistersville spent Sunday at home.

Frank Shaffer was at New Martinsville Sunday.

A baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dunn.

Frank Christie spent Sunday at home.

The Spirit of Democracy, November 23, 1899

A crowd of young folks were highly entertained at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. William Humphrey Monday evening in honor of Miss Emma Johnson who left Tuesday to maker her home at Wheeling.

Among the exercises given by the League Sunday evening was a recitation by Mrs. Lota Schafer and a solo by Mrs. Suter. Both were highly appreciated.

Salem Prize and family have moved into the St. Elmo hotel which is rented for private families.

Mr. and Mrs. William Stoehr and daughter of Martinsville spent Sunday with relatives here. Misses Adda Cline and Cora Shafer were the guests of relatives at Martinsville Friday.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter was the guest of friends and relatives at Martinsville Friday.

Misses Estella Cunningham and Emma Windland were at Martinsville Monday.

Misses Anna Marcey and Nina Humphrey are the guests of Clarington friends.

Andrew Deiter, who has a situation at Martins Ferry, was at home over Sunday.

Miss Estella Cunningham is at Moundsville the guest of her sister Mrs. Gatts.

Mrs. Louis Stoehr and son Henry were at Wheeling on business Saturday.

Mr. McGrue was the guest of his aunt Mrs. Elick McGrue Tuesday.

Miss Maggie Barker of Dairy is staying at the home of Louis Stoehr.

Samuel Williamson of the steamer Jewel spent Sunday at home.

Miss Alma Windland was shopping at Wheeling once day this week.

Mrs. Orr Cunningham and son is with relatives at Moundsville.

Mr. Summers of Martinsville was a visitor here Saturday.

Miss Edith Goddard spent the past week at Wheeling.

Mrs. Alonzo Lowe was shopping at Wheeling Tuesday.

The operators at the factory are enjoying a vacation.

Gene Thompson was with friends here several days.

Mrs. Wohnhas was with relatives at Diary this week.

John Wohnhas of Dairy was in town Friday.

Miss Bell Mozenie returned home Saturday.

The Spirit of Democracy, November 30, 1899

The L.T.L. met in the M.E. church Sunday afternoon. The officers for the coming year are: Superintendent, Adda Knight; Assistant, Adda Cline; Secretary, Edith Thompson; Organist, Mattie Lemmon; Assistant Organists, Emma Vetter and Ethel Humphrey; Treasurer, Albert Suter.

Mr. and Mrs. George Tubaugh and daughter of Glen Easton are here visiting relatives and friends.

Miss Rose Drollinger and friend Miss Rae of Clarington are here visiting friends.

Mr. and Mrs. Baxter of New Martinsville spent Sunday here the guest of her parents.

Misses Lizzie Skinner and Elva Anderson were shopping in Wheeling last week.

Mrs. Titus, Bowen and Goodwin were shopping in Wheeling last week.

John L. Harman spent a few days last week with Barnesville friends.

The Aid Society met at the home of Mrs. Tom Bowen Thursday.

Mr. Schaal and Mr. Windsor of Marietta were in town last week.

Miss Edith Hofer visited friends at Wheeling Saturday.

John Drollinger was at Clarington one day last week.

John Hess and children spent Sunday at Clarington.

The Spirit of Democracy, December 7, 1899

A merry crowd composed of Misses Laura Price, Estella and Maud Cunningham, Alma and Emma Windland, and Messrs. Frank Schafer and William Knapp took a pleasure trip Thanksgiving to Sistersville on the Bedford returning on the Urana.

Mr. and Mrs. James Bowen of Martinsville and Maud Rhine of Proctor were the guests of Mrs. George Titus Sunday.

Miss Rosa Drolinger and the Misses Ray of Clarington were the guests of friends here the first of last week.

Mrs. William Heald of Pennsylvania is here and will spend the winter with her mother Mrs. Moffett.

Miss Erna Deiter spent several days at Martins Ferry the guest of her sister Mrs. Henry Gauding.

Miss Adda Knight spent the past week at Parkersburg the guest of Prof. Watson.

Mrs. Gans gave a Thanksgiving dinner in honor of her children and families.

Several from here attended the dance given at the residence of Scy Mericle.

Miss Emma Stoehr visited Martinsville friends and relatives last week.

Miss Mary Heddinger is staying at the home of Ed Fry and family.

Mr. C. Keener of St. Mary was the guest of friends Friday.

Robert Christy was with his parents Sunday.

C. W. Elliott of Scio oil field visited here.

The Spirit of Democracy, December 28, 1899

Laura, a young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Frey died Friday evening at the home of her parents on Muskingum street. Interment Monday.

Albert Frey and Ed Martin of Elwood City, Pa., are spending the holidays with their parents.

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Voelp of Pittsburg are visiting Mrs. Voelp's mother, Mrs. Martha Thompson.

Fred Lemmon and Will L. Vetter visited New Martinsville friends Christmas day.

Frank Lemmon and brother Fred of Allegheny, Pa. are home for the holidays.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter made a short call on New Martinsville friends last Saturday.

John Harman left Monday to spend the holidays with friends at Barnesville.

Fletcher Litten of Sistersville, W. Va., spent Christmas with his parents.

Quite number of our people were shopping in Wheeling last week.

Miss Blanch Lemmon is at home on a short visit

New Martinsville News, October 3, 1902

[Sardis Column]

News for September 30, 1902

Wm. Berkle {Burkle}, of Wheeling, was a business visitor in town Tuesday.

Reuben Martin, of West Virginia, is spending a few days with his nephew, T. W. Martin.

Mr. Gibson, of Wheeling, was a pleasant visitor in town Tuesday.

Miss Edna Strosnider, of Waverly, W.V.a, spent Sunday with friends here.

Mr. Davenport, of New Martinsville, was a business caller in town Tuesday.

Mr. Standbery, of Sistersville, was in town Tuesday looking after the interest of the Carter Oil Co.

Miss Erna Vetter is visiting friends in Wheeling.

Mr. Hornbrook, of New Martinsville, was here Friday.

On account of the illness of Prof. J. M. Goddard school did not begin yesterday as had been arranged.

Thomas Funk, of New Martinsville, was circulating among old friends last week.

Miss Eva Nesbitt, of Sistersville, spent Sunday here.

Mr. Barton, of Wheeling, was in town Monday.

Mrs. E. W. Litten and Miss Edna Watters were shopping in New Martinsville Monday.

Mrs. Rachel Goodwin returned Monday from Clarington, where she has been visiting the past six weeks.

Harry Donelly and Miss Harrietta Machetany, of Matamoras, spent Monday with friends here.

New Martinsville News. October 14, 1902

[Sardis Column]

News for October 14, 1902

Mr. and Mrs. Pumphrey returned to their home in Wheeling Tuesday.

Mr. Barton, of Wheeling, was in town Monday

Mrs. Presantine spent the past week with friends in Wheeling.

Mrs. Dora Moore, of Parkersburg, spent the week with relatives in town.

H. C. Thompson spent Monday in Bellaire.

Miss Erma Vetter returned from Wheeling Sunday.

Mrs. Sadie R. Martin, of Mannington, W.Va., visited her brother here this week.

Mr. Suter and family moved to their new home in Sistersville Tuesday. Their many friends regret to lose them, but wish them all success.

Mr. Wright, of Moundsville, was a business visitor here several days last week.

N. Litten spent Thursday with his children in Sistersville.

Capt. Gus Frantz, the steamer H. K. Bedford, called on his many friends here Thursday and Friday.

Mrs. Sam Williamson is visiting her parents in Toledo, O.

The Ladies Aid Society was pleasantly entertained Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Bowen. Several ladies from the New Martinsville "Aid" were present, among whom were, Mesdames Lutes, Weatherhead, Oblinger, Bowen, Haught and Bishop.

Rev. and Mrs. R. W. Martin and children are with relatives here for a few days.

Mrs. Walton and Mrs. Thomas, of Wheeling, spent a few days with their sister, Mrs. Row.

Mrs. Ella Richardson left for Chicago Thursday to spend the winter with her daughter.

P. L. Sargent, of New Martinsville, was in town Friday.

New Martinsville News, January 5, 1903

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Mrs. J. M Goodwin and Ruth Case spent last week with relatives in Parkersburg.

Ross Burlingame, of Martinsville, was on our streets Wednesday.

The Ladies Aid was very pleasantly entertained at the home of Mrs. Rachel Goodwin on New Year's afternoon.

John Davis and daughter Hazel, of Bellaire, spent Saturday and Sunday with relatives.

Mrs. T. W. Martin spent a few days in Wheeling this week.

Mr. Raggus, of Wheeling, spent several days with friends here.

Carl Suter, of Sistersville, spent Sunday with friends.

John Griffith visited his brother, Dr. S. C., the past week.

Miss Louise Deiter, of Woodsfield, spent Sunday with friends.

Mr. White was a business visitor in town the past few days.

Mr. and Mrs. George Titus entertained a few friends at their

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Evening Dispatch, May 20, 1903

Mr. Theo. Hornbrook of New Martinsville was calling on his trade here Thursday.

Dr. S. C. Griffith was at New Martinsville Friday.

Miss Hattie Thompson spent last week visiting friends at Wheeling.

Mr. John Woodcock of New Martinsville spent Wednesday in town.

Mrs. Edith Drollinger returned home from Oakland, Md., Tuesday evening.

Dr. McKelvey, of Hannibal, was in town Thursday on professional business.

Miss Elsie Ratcliff spent Saturday with New Martinsville friends.

Prof. R. K. Walton, of Grandview, was in town Saturday calling on old friends.

Mr. White, of Steubenville, was a business caller in town Saturday.

Mrs. Myra Roe is visiting relatives at Clarington this week.

Messrs. John Denny and Chas. Harman of New Martinsville spent Saturday evening and Sunday here.

Mr. and Mrs. Knight are visiting relatives at Parkersburg this week.

Miss Mae Harman very pleasantly entertained a few friends at her home Saturday evening.

Mr. Earl Bremer of Wheeling was called in his trade where Monday.

Evening Dispatch, August 24, 1903

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Miss Jennie Litten is the guest of Sistersville relatives this week.

Mr. Roberts, of Wellsville, spent Sunday with friends in town.

Mrs. Griffith and children left for Beallsville Saturday for a few weeks visit.

Mr. Tucker traveling salesman for Grier & Laing, Wheeling was calling on his trade here Saturday.

Miss Della Litten came home from New Martinsville to spend Sunday.

Frank Shaffer, of Wheeling, spent Sunday at home.

Miss Eva Nesbitt of Sistersville spent Sunday here with relatives.

The M. E. Sunday SChool of this place will picnic Thursday at Narrows Run.

Frank Humphrey, second clerk off Str. Ben Hur is at home spending his vacation.

Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Williamson of Bellaire are visiting relatives here this week.

Miss Hess of Clarington is here spending the week with relatives.

Herbert Wolf, of Wheeling, is visiting relatives here this week.

Fred Voelp came home from Bellaire to spend Sunday with his family.

Mrs. Presentine returned home Friday from visiting Wheeling friends.

Evening Dispatch, August 31, 1903

Mr. Earl Breme, of Wheeling, was a pleasant cooler here Monday.

Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hall and children left Monday for their home in Pittsburg.

Mr. Eugene Richardson and family of Graysville, Pa. are visiting his mother and other relatives here.

Mr. Albert Frey, Ellwood City, Pa., was called home this week on account of the serious illness of his father.

Dr. S. C. Griffith was a business caller at Padens City Tuesday.

Mrs. James Rush is visiting her parents at Duffy this week.

Mrs. Myra Roe returned home Thursday from Cincinnati, Ohio, where she spent the summer.

The Sunday School picnic at Narrows Run Thursday was a decided success and pleasantly enjoyed by all.

Mr. Ed Merckle and Miss Hattie Sole, both young people of this place were quietly married at New Martinsville Thursday, and left on the evening train for McMechen, W. Va., to make their home.

Misses Eva Nesbitt and Dude Graham of Sistersville spent Sunday in town.

Miss Kate Litten was shopping at New Martinsville Thursday.

Mr. Herbert Wolf left for his home at Wheeling Saturday after a pleasant visit here.

Newspaper unknown, January 6, 1910

Sardis Rev. W. S. Baker held a business meeting of the M.E. Sunday school Sunday afternoon after the preaching service. the old official board with the exception of Miss Olive Litten as assistant secretary were elected. The officers elected are as follows: Superintendet, Rev. C. E. Dally; assistant superintendent, Rev. J. W. Rush; secretary, Miss Ethel Winland; Aassistant secretary, Mrs. elizabeth Rist; treasurer, E. A. Hartlieb; organist, Miss Mae Harman; first assistant organist, Miss Erma Vetter; second assistant organist, Miss Nellie Martin; librarians, Golia Farmer and Mabel Rist; assistant librarians, Paul Goodwin and Ivan Ratcliffe. the teachers in the school are: Miss Mae =Harman, Prof J. V. Nelson, George W. Tubaugh, Mrs. Edith Drollinger, Dr. S. C. griffith, Miss Adda Knight, Mrs. Mattie Martin, Mrs. Ella Vetter, Miss Nellie Martin, Rev. J. W. Rush, Miss Maude Ryne, and Mrs. Eva Martin.

While skiing on the ice near the Sardis wharf Friday morning Sherman Beisel broke through the ice but fortunately the boys succeeded in rescuing him.

Misses Twila and Elizabeth Frey returned to their homes in Ellwood City, Pa., Saturday after a week's visit here with relatives.

Misses Minnie Arn and Gertrude Urpman of Lebanon, Pa., visited the him of Mrs. Boetticher several days last week.

A sled load of our young people drove down to Jerry Witten's at Witten Thursday evening and enjoyed a party at his home.

John E. Boetticher returned to his school work at Burghill, Ohio, after a weeks visit here with his parents.

Mrs. Alice C. Griffith and daughter Miss Lucile visited in Wheeling and Jerusalem several days last week.

Miss Mabel Rist, who clerk's at Snook's store in Wheeling, spent Saturday and Sunday at her home here.

Miss Mae Harman returned home Sunday from Marietta where she spent the holiday vacation.

Mr. and Mrs. J. V. Nelson returned Sunday from a week's visit with their parents in Jerusalem.

Edith Gorrell left Saturday for for her home in St Mary's W. Va., from a weeks visit with relatives.

Miss Arminta Walters of Clarington visited Miss Golia Farmer a few days last week.

Mrs. J. B. Neiman and Miss Ella Thompson were at New Martinsville Saturday.

Henry Houserman of McKeesport. Pa., is the guest of relatives at this place.

John L. Harman of Marietta spent Friday and Saturday here with his par;ends.

Prof P. E. Fraley and son Delbert of Hannibal were callers in town Saturday.

Mrs. Rachel Goodwin and son William of Clarington visited here last week.

Mrs. E. R. Siebert spent Saturday and Sunday with relatives in Wheeling.

John Denny of New Martinsville was caller in town Sunday afternoon

Miss Erma Vetter is visiting Miss Mabel Neuenschwander at Hannibal.

C. E. Litten spent Saturday and sunday here with his family

The Wetzel Democrat, March 15, 1912

Miss Maude Ryne was a Wheeling visitor last week.

F. W. Litten of Youngstown, Ohio was calling on his many friends and relatives here, Tuesday.

Misses Florence Frey, Lucile Griffith and Mr. Lester Griffith attended the home talent play "Down in Main" at Hannibal, Ohio and were the guests of Miss Winifred Voegtly.

Mrs. A. C. Vetter returned home Saturday from Wheeling, where she has been visiting friends and relatives the past week.

Jno. Theiss and family have moved to Steubenville, Ohio, where they will make their future home.

Miss Ethel Windland has returned from Wheeling, where she has spent the past week.

Quite a number of our people attended the revival services at Wittens, conducted by Miss Anna McGhie, of Toronto, Ohio

E. W. Litten was brought home from Ellwood City, suffering from an acute attack of appendicitis.

Frank Paden has accepted a position with the Big Four Railroad at Delaware, Ohio.

Chas. Boetticher sold his residence on Mound Street to Frank Wonhas of Wheeling. Mr. Boetticher moved into the Jno. Hess property on Muskingum street.

Lee Anderson will move into the Nesbitt property on Stony Point.

Dr. S. C. Griffith, assisted E. W. Litten to the Wheeling Hospital, Wednesday.

Mrs. Jn. Drollinger delightfully entertained the Ladies' Aid Society of the M. E. church last Thursday.

Miss Mabelle Rist visited relatives in Hannibal, Ohio, last Saturday and Sunday.

Dr. T. W. McKelvy of Hannibal, was a professional caller here, Monday.

Ernest Witschy of Dairy, Ohio, was transacting business in Sardis and New Martinsville, Saturday.

The Wetzel Democrat, March 29, 1912

Mrs. Dr. Griffith and daughter Mary returned Monday from a ten days' visit with relatives and friends in Wheeling.

Miss Margaret Dunn spent Sunday with her friend Miss Olive Litten, of Martins Ferry, Ohio.

Miss Cora Shaffer was a Wheeling visitor last week.

Arnold Reef, the Democrat candidate for county recorder, was in town Thursday and Friday.

Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Frey and daughter, Helen, were visitors in Wheeling the first of the week.

Samuel Bolen of Narrows Run, died Thursday, March 21,. He was buried Sunday in Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dunn are visiting in Wheeling this week.

Miss Clara Hess is visiting her sister, Mrs. Geo. H. Cordell, of Pittsburgh, Pa.

Miss Anna McGhier returned to her home at Toronto, Ohio, Friday, after spending Wednesday and Thursday with friends here.

Prof. J. V. Nelson of Bellaire, Ohio, was a visitor in town, Wednesday.

Mrs. S. V Williamson is visiting in Wheeling, and attended the Billy Sunday meetings.

Mrs. W. L. Knapp of Sistersville, was visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. Cunningham.

Miss Catherine Dally is visiting relatives in Wheeling.

E. A. E. Vossler was calling on his trade here yesterday.

Dr. S. C. Griffith was a professional caller in Sistersville, Monday.

Mrs. Julia Ruesser returned home last week from Peoria, Ill where she has spent the past winter with relatives.

Ed Dunn and family moved here from Wheeling to their residence on Muskingum St.

Miss Hattie Thompson returned Thursday from a week's visit with relatives in Shadyside and Wheeling.

Mrs. Barbara Clay, an aged lady living near Dairy, Ohio, died Monday interment Wednesday at the Salem cemetery.

Mrs. A. W. Rist and daughter Lydia were visiting friends and relatives in Wheeling.

S. W. Egger of Woodsfield, Ohio, was a business caller here Tuesday.

Chas. Barker, democratic candidate for nomination for sheriff, was out through the county this week, looking over his fences.

Misses Florence Frey and Lucile Griffith returned home last Thursday from Wheeling, where they were visiting Miss Ida Ratcliffe.

Miss Jennie Litten visited with fiends and relatives in New Matamoras, the first of the week.

The Wetzel Democrat, April 5, 1912

Miss Catharine Dally is visiting relatives in Wheeling this week.

John F. O'Neal, of Hannibal, was visiting in town Sunday.

Bunger Rine was visiting friends in Wheeling and attending the Billy Sunday meeting last week.

Dr. S. C. Griffith was a professional caller in Moundsville and Wheeling Saturday and Sunday.

Bertha Dunn is a Wheeling visitor.

Homer Richardson, of New Martinsville, was calling on relatives in town Sunday.

John Drollinger left Sunday for his work in Clarksburg, W. Va.

Mrs. Geo. M. Towle was visiting in Wheeling the last of the week and attending the Billy Sunday meetings.

Mrs. S. V. Williamson arrived home Saturday from a visit with relatives in Wheeling.

Prof. J. V. Nelson, of Bellaire, Ohio, was calling on friends in town here Saturday.

Miss Jennie Litton was visiting Miss Olive Litton, of Martin's Ferry, the last of the week.

Miss Erma Vetter is visiting friends in wheeling this week.

Dr. F. W. Shapley was a caller in Wheeling Sunday.

Messrs. E. C. Frey and H. C. Thompson were calling in Sistersville Sunday.

Mrs. E. W. Litton is visiting in Wheeling this week.

Miss Ethel Winland spent Saturday and Sunday in Wheeling at the home of her sister, Mrs. Hal Hawkins.

Miss Lois Williamson is also a Wheeling Visitor.

Dr. J. W. Whitsett has bought the Geo. W. Norris property on Fifth Avenue.

Mr. and Mrs. Ed Grossenbacher have moved their residence to Portage county.

A Sunrise prayer meeting will be held Easter morning in the Methodist Episcopal church.

Mrs. E. R. Seibert spent the past week in Wheeling at the home of her mother, Mrs. Adaline Anderson.

Mr. Geo. H. Martin spent Saturday and Sunday at home, leaving for Pittsburg Sunday evening.

Mr. E. E. Heindell spent Sunday at the home of E. S. Dunn here.

J. R. Hissom was attending the Billy Sunday meetings at Wheeling the last of the week.

Mr. C. E. Dally spent a few days of the past week in Wheeling.

Mrs. Rachel Goodwin and son, William, from Clarington, spent a few days at the home of Mrs. John Goodwin.

W. F. Romack spent several days last week here with his family.

Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Martin were visiting in Wheeling last week and attending the meetings at the tabernacle.

Mrs. Wilson Martin also spent several days of the past week in Wheeling.

Mrs. K. G. Nelson and son James, of Marietta, Ohio, are spending a few days here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Hissom.

Mr. Arthur Workman, of Benwood Junction, Ohio, is visiting friends here.

Wm. Goddard was a business caller in Sistersville Saturday.

A. E. Watters was a Wheeling caller last week.

Misses Mae Harman and Mabelle Rist were calling in New Martinsville Monday.

William Knapp, of Sistersville, was seen in town Monday.

Mr. Henry Nieman and Miss Maggie Hedinger were quietly married at Woodsfield Thursday, March 28th. They expect to make their future home in Portage county, Ohio

Wetzel Republican, July 15, 1921

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Mrs. S. C. Griffith of Worthington spent the past three weeks here with her mother, Mrs. Ella Richardson.

Mr. Ed Merckle and children of Brunswick, Md. visited relatives here the first of this week.

Mr. and Mrs. T. O. Cramer left last week for their home in Kansas City, Mo., they were accompanied by the latters mother, Mrs. Adaline Anderson, who will make her home with them.

The Girls Club of this place was hostess to the Clubs of Woodsfield and Laings, and a number of visitors from each place on Wednesday afternoon of last week. Mrs. Hoorat of Columbus was present and gave a demonstration of canning fruit and vegetable by the cold pack method.

J. L. Harman and family of Marietta are spending a vacation with the Hissom families.

H. C. Watters and family are guests of George Tubaugh in Cadiz.

Joe Sole is home from Grantsville on a visit with his mother.

Ellen Herald of Newark let on Monday, after a visit with Martha Siebert.

Chas. Baker of Antioch resumed his painting on Monday, having been delayed by the fatal illness of his mother.

Mrs. George Cordelle and sons of Pittsburg are spending the summer with the formers parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Hess.

The W. C. T. U. held its July meeting on Tuesday afternoon.

Ray and Earl Beisel of Medina are guests of their parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Beisel.

Mrs. Fred Drollinger and children, are guests of Mrs. Lowe.

The Junior Epworth League is preparing to hold a special memorial service next Sunday honoring those of their number who have passed away.

May Hall is home for a short visit from Woodlawn Pa.

Mr. and Mrs. S. V. Williamson and Miss Lois of New Martinsville called on friends here last Sunday afternoon.

Mrs. M. E. Fluharty and children left for their home in Parkersburg the first of this week after a visit with Mrs. Nancy Goodwin.

Clyde Paden spent the first part of the week in Detroit with his brother, Frank Paden; His family spent the week in Martins Ferry with Mrs. Padens mother.

Helen Havely has returned from a months visit with relatives in Pittsburg.

Mrs. A.B. Schoonover and children are spending the summer with relatives in Sardis and vicinity.

Spirit of Democracy, April 21, 1931

Frank Paden left last week with his boat "Criterion" for the upper rivers.

Hilda Voelp accompanied by Mrs. Homer Baird arrived home from Athens on Sunday.

J. H. Sole was home from Frazeysburg to spend Sunday with his family.

Mesdames McBride and Watters and Betty Watters were shopping in Marietta last Saturday.

Mrs. Friend Bowery and daughter Winifred of Hannibal were week end visitors at Mrs. Lillie Getrost's.

Mrs. Rosalie Haas disposed of her household goods at a public sale last Friday.

Mrs. Mary Bauman and Mrs. Maria Dunn came home last week from visits in Akron and Steubenville respectively.

Misses Greenler, Benson and Watson were week end visitors out of town, returning for their school on Sunday evening.

Mrs. George M. Towle received her new automobile last week and is enjoying it together with her friends very much.

Mesdames Martin, Theiss and Miss Rachel Sole were business visitors in Woodsfield last Friday.

John Busche of McKeesport, Pa., visited his mother Mrs. Phillip Busche last week. The report of the death of his oldest child was a mistake.

An interesting Epworth League service led by Clara Hess was held on Sunday evening. The subject of Institutes was well discussed. Special musical numbers were vocal quintet and solo, and piano solo.

Both M. E. Church and Church of Christ used their new electric lights for the first time last Sunday. They are beautiful and a great improvement over "the light of other days."

The girls friends of Ruth Wright celebrated her tenth birthday at her home last Saturday afternoon. She received lovely presents: games were played, and ice cream, cake and candy were served.

Thomas Wright, aged 80, passed away at his home on Route Three last Wednesday. He was well and favorably known here, together with his family. Funeral services were held by his pastor Rev. R. E. Mason on Sunday morning at Mt. Olive U. B. church with burial in adjoining cemetery.

Invitations are being sent out this week to the home-coming on May 30-31. While all arrangements are not definitely settled., it is known that Hon. C. Ellis Moore, Cambridge and Rev. G. L. C. Richardson, Pittsburgh, will be among the speakers. Music will be furnished by the high school band of New Martinsville.

New Matamoras Baseball Club presented the play "Bertie's Cave Woman" to a large audience last Saturday evening. It was held in the high school auditorium and was sponsored by the Community Welfare Club. It was an "all-star" cast with good music and received much applause. The regular meeting of the Club was held last Thursday night instead of the 28th., in order to have Harvey and Eugene Ward of Duffy furnish the program. For half an hour these talented young musicians, who broadcast each week over WWVA, entertained the ladies. They played saw, mouth harp, violin, pain, guitar and mandolin, to the delight of all. The Club voted to observe the their week in May and clean-up week. Mesdames Theiss and Winland, Misses Benson and Watson were hostesses.

The Spirit of Democracy, May 13, 1931

Ronald Cunningham, carrier on route 1, is out on his vacation.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Thompson May 6.

Mrs. Alvie Burns left the first of this week for Unity. She will be joined by her children and mother, Mrs. Mary Eisenbarth in a short time, and all will spend the summer on their farm.

Mrs. T. J. Carroll of Parkersburg if visiting her sister Adda M. Knight.

Having sold his property in Hannibal, Israel Fagert and family will move to Sardis after the close of school. They will occupy what is known as the bank property on east Mound St.

A number of young people attended Miss Gertrude Watson's school social at Narrow's Run last Thursday evening. Her school closed the following day, after a very successful term.

The Junior Epworth Leagurers gave a delightful party the 4th inst., honoring Ruth and Frank Burns, Evalyn and Catherine Theiss, Billy and Ralph Winland, who move from town soon.

The newly organized baseball team gave a chicken supper in the high school auditorium last Saturday evening. It was well patronized, and they cleared a good sum. Officers of the team are John Romick, president: C. W. Sole, business manager; Harry Ball, team manager.

The Ladies Aid Society will give a program at its meeting Thursday afternoon. Mesdames Nieman, Dally and Fisher, whose birthdays are in May, will serve refreshments.

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Beaver of Pittsburgh arrived on Saturday afternoon for a brief visit with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. M. Towle.

Duncan Hoskinson, aged 81, formerly of Sardis, passed away on Sunday at the home of his daughter in Antioch.

Clyde Paden, Harry Brennan, Howard Martin and their families spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. W. K. Martin.

A good Mother's Day program of readings and music was rendered at the M.E. Sunday school last Sunday. The church was decorated with lilacs, tulips and lilies of the valley. Each one entering the church was given flowers to wear.

Charles and John Theiss and families of Louisville; Mr. and Mrs. George Bauman and daughter of Sistersville: Mr. and Mrs. Sam Carson of New Matamoras; Roy Rist and family of Lock 14; J. L. Harman and family of Marietta visited relatives in town last Sunday.

Ross Wright and Donald Rist were business visitors in Hannibal last Saturday evening.

John Theiss, Sr., has returned from visits with his children who live in Kokomo, Ind. and Louisville, Ohio.

Wayman Fagert and wife were down from Bellaire on Sunday for a visit with Mrs. Cora Beach.

The Home-Coming to be held here May 30-31 announces Hon. C. Ellis Moore, of Cambridge; Rev. G. L.C. Richardson of Pittsburgh; K. of P. Grand Chancellor N. E. Kidd of Marietta was speakers; the New Martinsville, West Va., high school band will furnish the music on the 30th; an evening entertainment by out-of-town talent and one number by home talent will be given together with other interesting affairs.

The Spirit of Democracy, March 3, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Martin left last Friday for visits in Wheeling, Toronto and other places.

Prof. Alex Way and wife of New Matamoras called on Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Denny on Sunday afternoon.

Wilson Martin of Brookfield, Mo., was a recent visitor at the home of W. K. Martin and family.

Miss Amy Richardson, Mr. and Mrs. John Congrove moved last week to the Hissom farm back of Wittens.

Mrs. Bertha Dally was a week end visitor with relatives in Lansing and Wheeling.

Miss Lula Hedinger and Mrs. Spence spent Sunday with Levi Hedinger and family.

Walter Mcdonald and family of East Liverpool visited Mrs. Clara Hubbard and family on Saturday and Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. George Bowery, St. are in Zanesville with their daughter Mrs. Charles Morris.

Howard Martin and family were down from East Liverpool last week.

Miss Rachel Sole is clerking at the special sale of Bower Lumber and Feed Co.

A large number of Sardis people accompanied the basketball team to Clarington for the county tournament.

Charles O'Neill, aged 79, passed away at the home of his daughter Mrs. O. C. Cunningham last Saturday night. Mr. O'Neill was a former resident of Sardis but in the last years had spent most of his time in Lordstown with his other daughter, Mrs. Lewis Allen. He was held in the highest respect by all and left the assurance that he was saved. After a brief service here on Tuesday afternoon he was taken to Hannibal church for final obsequies. He was laid to rest in the Hannibal cemetery beside his wife, Hester Hofer O'Neil and their three children.

A rally of the river front Epworth Leagues including Powhattan, Clarington, Hanniabl, Sardis, Witten, New Matamoras and Newport is in course of preparation with Sardis Epworth leaguers as hosts. After a program by representatives of all the Leagues in the church auditorium, a social hour with refreshments will be held in the basement.

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Monroe County Republican, June 16, 1932

Mrs. P. L. Stewart and family, of Lansing, Ohio: Misses Ruth Dally of Wheeling, and Elizabeth Dally, of Dover Center, Ohio, visited their mother, Mrs. Dally, over the weekend.

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Farmer, of Martins Ferry, Ohio, are visiting the former's mother, Mrs. Priscilla Farmer.

Misses Melvina Burkey and Frances Salmon attended the Commencement exercises of Muskingum College the past week.

Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Towle, Harry Lemmon and daughter Betty visited in Wheeling Sunday.

Mrs. Marvin Merriner, son Charles and Leonard Mobberly were in Woodsfield Wednesday evening and attended the meeting of the Kiwanis club where Charles reported his trip to Washington, D. C. taken recently with three other Monroe County students.

C. C. Ashenhart, of Tallahassee, Florida, arrived Saturday evening for a visit with his father, Fred Ashenhart, who has been ill for several weeks.

Mrs. John Denny visited her brother and family in Marietta last week and attended Commencement exercises of Marietta high school.

Mr. and Mrs. Homer Richardson, of New Martinsville, visited Mrs. Dora Moore, Sunday.

Rehearsals are held this week for the Children's Day exercises next Sunday evening at 8:00 o'clock.

There will be no preaching service in the M. E. church Sunday because of the absence of the pastor.

Alberta Hubbard was in New Martinsville Monday.

Mrs. Orpha Henderson, of Ezra, Illinois, is visiting her father, Fred Ashenhart.

Rose Lowe, Rachel Sole, Mrs. Towle, Mrs. Dyhre, Adda Knight, Clara Hess, Clara Rush, Mrs. Ethel Merriner, Elizabeth Merriner, Elizabeth Thompson, Paulin Stone, Pauline Beach, Carol Dyhre, Mary D. Dally, Betty Lemmon and Frances Colvin attended the District League Convention Thursday and Friday at Woodsfield. The local Juniors presented the drama, "The Carpenter's Daughter" and Betty Lemmon gave a reading at the Junior Hour on Friday morning.

Mrs. Hattie Martin spent last week at Clarksburg, W. Va., attending the annual G.A.R. encampment.

Miss Hilda Voelp returned home from Athens where she visited her sister the past week.

Wm. Dally, of Springdale, Pa., visited his family over Sunday.

Wayman Fagert and family of Buckhill Bottom visited in Town Sunday.

Wm. Romick and daughter Thelma and friend of Martin's Ferry visited friends in town Sunday.

Joseph Tenley, aged Civil War Veteran, passed away Friday afternoon after several weeks' illness Funeral services were held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Hissom, where he made his home the last few years, on Sunday at 3:00p.m. Interment was made in Sardis cemetery.

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Messrs. J. O. Eakin and Walter Emeh, of New Martinsville, were attending to business matters in town Thursday.

Mrs. P. L. Stewart and children, of Lansing, Ohio spent the week with her mother.

C. C Ashenhart of Tallehassee, Florida, accompanied his father and mother, left for his home on Wednesday.

Miss Albert Hubbard was a New Martinsville shopper, Monday.

Mrs. Orpha Henderson of Illinois, left for home Wednesday, after a visit to her father.

Mr. and Mrs. Homer Richardson, of New Martinsville, spent Sunday with relatives here.

Wayman Fagert and family of Buckhill spent Sunday in town visiting relatives.

Several members of Sunday School attended the Monroe Co. Convention at Woodsfield, Ohio, Thursday.

There was no preaching Sunday due to the absence of the pastor, Rev. W. J. Hooker.

Wm. Dally, of Springdale, Pa., spent the past week with his family here.

Children's Day Services were held Sunday evening in the M. E. Church. A fine program was rendered and a large crowd attended.

Mr. Trimley, of Clarington, was a business caller here Saturday.

Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Haught of Toronto, O., spent the past week visiting Mrs. Rice.

Roy Rist and family of Lock 14, were in town visiting relatives, Friday

John L. Harman and family of Marietta spent the weekend at their summer home. Ned Hickle, of Marietta was their guest Sunday.

The Monroe County Republican, June 30, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Thompson are spending this week in Charleston, W. Va.

Miss Clara Schroeder of Moundsville, W. Va., visited friends in town the past week.

Mrs. Edith Rufer, of McMechem W. Va. is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. N. Romick this week.

Dr. S. C. Griffith, of Worthington, Ohio, and Mrs. Maude Maloney of Chicago, visited Mrs. Lena Congrove the past week. Mrs. Congrove is seriously ill.

Mr. and Mrs. Mobberly and children returned home this week after a visit at Sycamore Valley, Ohio.

Pressley Ketzell, of Wheeling, is visiting his grandparents, M.r and Mrs. P. N. Romick, this week.

Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Denny attended the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Mangold, of New Martinsville on Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Homer Baird and daughter, of Athens, are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Voelp.

Rev. Wm. Mundy occupied the pulpit in the M.E. church Sunday evening at regular service and gave an illustrated lecture of Work in East AFrica. At he close of the lecture the pastor, Rev. Hooker, installed the following league officers for 1932 and 1933: president, Mr. J. K. Denny; 1st vice president, Albert Hubbard; 2nd vice president, S. B. Colvin; 3rd vice president, Rachel Sole; 4th vice president, Hilda Voelp; secretary, Clara Hess; treasurer, Alberta Rush; Junior League Superintendent, Clara Rush; pianist Maxine Romick; librarian, Charles Merriner.

Mrs. Edwin Hornbrook, of Kansas City, Missouri, and Mr. and Mrs. Homer Richardson, of New Martinsville, spent Sunday with Mrs. Dora Moore.

Misses Elizabeth Dally, Hilda Voelp, Annette Dunn and Helen Miller spent the week end at Washington, D.C.

The Spirit of Democracy, July 11, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Cline of Pittsburgh, are spending their vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Cline.

Dr. S C. Griffith and daughter Lucille, of Worthington attended the funeral of Mrs. Lena Congrove Thursday.

Mr. and Mrs. George Tubaugh and family, of Cadiz, visited their daughter, Mrs. H. C. Walters and family recently.

Mrs. Dyhre is visiting at Thomas, W.Va., this week.

Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Jones and son of Woodsfield were calling in town Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Rush were in Woodsfield Friday.

Mrs. F. J. Voelp and Hilda and Carl were in Marietta Friday.

Mr. Shaw, of Sistersville, was a business visitor in town Friday.

Vernon Rush and Arthur Probst were in Wheeling Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Homer Baird and daughter, of Athens, are guests at the Voelp home.

Mr. and Mrs. Heck, Mrs. Cordelle, Mrs. Denny, Clara hess, Robby Heck and Clara Rush spent Monday evening at Powhatan.

Mrs. L. A. Frieden, Mrs. F. L. Martin attended a meeting of the Ladies' Aid of Ohio Valley at Clarington Friday. Plans were made for the annual picnic in August at Powhatan.

Miss Dorothy Perkins of Wheeling is the guest of Betty Lemmon this week.

Members of the Epworth League who attended three services during May enjoyed a party Thursday evening in the basement of the church. An enjoyable evening was spent with serving of refreshment by hostess Adda Knight, Clara Hess, Vivian Jones and Elisabeth Merriner.

Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Carroll, of Parkersbug, are guests of Miss Adda Knight.

Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gray, of Woodsfield, are guts of her parents Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Fox.

Missionary Sunday will be observed by the local Sunday School with a program in charge of Miss Voelp's class.

Mrs. Clara Hubbard and Alberta attended a family reunion at Woodsfield on the Fourth.

The Spirit of Democracy, September 29, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ashenhart returned last week from a three months' visit in Tallahassee, Fla.

Mrs. Joseph Ingold has gone to the home of Rudolph Indermuhle on route 2 to spend the winter.

Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Martin and E. T. Shepherd were week end visitor in Toronto. Mrs. D. W. Moore accompanied them as far as Steubenville.

Dr. and Mrs. S. C. Griffith and Mrs. Maude Maloney of Worthingtin visited in town last week.

Mrs. Ella B. Vetter left last Friday for her home in Glendale, Calif., after a visit of two months. She will spend some time in Wheeling, Mansfield and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, before making the final lap of her trip.

Rev. W. J. Hooker has been returned to Hannibal charge for a second year. He is an untiring worker and his first year was successful, especially among the young people.

Charles Probst came home last week from Glendale Hospital, W.Va., where he took a month's treatment. He is making a sure recovery.

Beryl Jackson of this place and John Wiess of Hannibal were married in Woodsfield on Wednesday of last week. They have returned to Sardis, have been duly serenaded, and have gone to housekeeping in the Watters property on North Muskingum St. Mr. Wiess is employed at the Jackson garage east of town on Route 7.

Devere, the small son of Mr. and Mrs. Edison McPeek, who has his leg broken last week in an auto accident, is making a steady recovery.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Probst September 9 and named Arthur Eugene.

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Newspaper Tidbits from Sardis

Monroe Gazette, January 2, 1880

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Monroe Gazette, July 3, 1890

Monroe Gazette, July 10, 1890

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Monroe County Gazette, May 7, 1891

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Monroe County Gazette, May 14, 1891

Monroe County Gazette, May 21, 1891

The Monroe County Gazette, May 28, 1891

Monroe County Gazette, June 4, 1891

The Monroe County Gazette, June 11, 1891

The Monroe Gazette, June 25, 1891

The Monroe Gazette, July 2, 1891

The Monroe Gazette, July 9, 1891

The Monroe County Gazette, July 16, 1891

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Monroe Gazette, December 17, 1891

Monroe Gazette, December 24, 1891

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Monroe County Gazette, January 7, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, January 14, 1892

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Monroe County Gazette, January 28, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, February 4, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, February 11, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, February 18, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, February 25, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, March 3, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, March 10, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, March 17, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, March 24, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, March 31, 1892

Monroe County Gazette, January 4, 1894

Monroe County Gazette, January 11, 1894

Monroe County Gazette, January 18, 1894

Monroe County Gazette, January 25, 1894

Wheeling Register, October 28, 1894

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The Spirit of Democracy, January 5, 1899

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Wetzel Democrat, April 12, 1912

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The Spirit of Democracy, April 20, 1899

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The Spirit of Democracy, June 1, 1899

The Spirit of Democracy, June 8, 1899