100 years ago
JANUARY 14, 1904 — Nearly forty of his relatives, headed by his parents from the country, perpetrated a genuine surprise on Judge J.F. Dickerson, at his elegant home last Friday night, in honor of his fortieth anniversary. His accomplished wife was in the conspiracy but the old notion that a woman can't keep a secret was disproven, this time, at any rate. Mr. Dickerson was not arrayed like a Judge when the company appeared at his door, about eight o'clock, and we fear that a snap shot picture of him at that time would not have contributed to his success in the Judicial convention. But he surrendered gracefully and made the best of the situation. He was born on the 8th day of January, 1864. Few of his most intimate acquaintances believe him to be as old as he is. He is the kind of man who will always be young, because he has a young heart and a kind, happy, sunny nature. The evening was delightfully spent.
W.A. Stauffer is building a large stone addition to his cattle sheds on his fine farm south of town. Mr. Stauffer is an up-to-date man. C.A. Kuhn is doing his stone work.
The editor of this paper has been pleased to examine a paper in U.S. history written by William Ruggles, of District 19, taught by W.A. Vaughn. William is reported to be but ten years old, yet he has written 1500 words on "Columbus" that for legibility, accuracy and completeness can scarcely be duplicated by any boy of his age in this or any other county. We are told that Willie Ruggles is as strong in other subjects as he is in history. Truly Mr. Vaughn is teaching a good school.
George Coble and family have moved to town, and occupy the house recently vacated by Will Price, across the street from the Free Methodist church, south.
This week's "Courthouse Items" include the following marriage licenses: Albert G. Schubert, Ramona, 28 and Augusta Bentz, Tampa, 18; Alex Moyer, Herington, 21, and Mollie Bender, Herington, 21; Frederick Reimann, Topeka, 27, and Amelia Mohn, Tampa, 19; Edward D. Erb, Peabody, 24, and Orrie May Benedict, Peabody, 23; Harry B. Manning, Peabody, 21, and Julia M. Malaisie, Peabody, 21; Clayton B. Walter, Marion, 26, and Mary Hett, Marion, 19.
The Tacky Social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Downes last Tuesday evening was largely attended and was a great success. We can hardly quit laughing, even now. Wish we had time and space to describe some of the costumes. You missed a big thing if you weren't there.
A.T. Remer, the Aulne nurseryman, is the originator and propagator of an apple which has acquired a national reputation. Calls for it come from California, Oregon and other far-away as well as nearby places. It is called "The Keeper," and it is well named. It is a beautiful and delicious apple and the best known keeper.
Tom Reed telephoned us this morning from Antelope that the ninety Italians who have been working for the Rock Island up there and are now moving to Marion, are clean, sober, civil, well behaved gentlemen, and that our people need have no apprehensions concerning them.
Mr. E.H. Hemry, of Gallatin, Mo., and Miss Grace Collett, of Elk, Kansas, were married at Falls City, Nebraska, Thursday, December 17. Miss Collett is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Collett, of Elk, and is a cultured and witty young woman and was always popular in social circles. Mr. Hemry is a prosperous young farmer, of Gallatin, and stands high in that community.
The grand opening of Schaeffler's new department store in Hillsboro is next Saturday and Monday. This is one of the finest stores we have seen in the state. It is up-to-date in every department. Steam heat, steel ceiling, cash delivery, oak furniture, and shelving throughout. They have as an obliging lot of clerks as you find any where.
The Center Township board is building a stone arch culvert about three miles south of town. The Board has come to the conclusion that plank culverts are not only dangerous but expensive.
Hon. Orlando Jolliffe was over from the south part of the county, the other day on business. Mr. Jolliffe is one of the most extensive and successful farmers and stock dealers in the county, but he always finds time to take a hand in politics.
The Ladies of the Altruistic Club have added to the other attractive reading matter in their public Reading Room the following magazines: Woman's Home Companion, American Boy, Success, Review of Reviews, and Youth's Companion. The Room is growing in favor, and is being appreciated, like the Rest Room, more and more. Everybody welcome.
Mr. George Goodyear (to whom every year is a good year) makes a good living on a small tract of land near Marion. He is methodical and knows all about his business. For instance, he kept tab on his poultry experience last year with this result: He had 60 hens. Paid for feed $26.50. Lost six hens, $1.50. Sold eggs during the year, $87. Profits, $59. This does not include the eight broods of chickens which were added to the flock.
(Copied by Joan Meyer from the 1904 microfilm files of the Marion Record.)
