The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-01-29
Rural Happenings.
Allen Items.

RANSOM, H., Jan. 25.-We are panied 10
G chronicle the death of Mrs. Jennie Mcintyre
who died at the residence of her son. James
MCINTYRE, of Allen, on Tuesday, January lolh,
after a very short illness. she hau pech a
woman of uncommonly good heailh anu
strength, and was in good spirits ana aPpm'
emily as happy and hale as LADY OF nel s asv
(Which was So years. could be, until ie"
dovs before her heath. when she suddenly
broke down and, sleeping most OF the uhe'
passed away to that immortal glory ana lappi'
ness without struggle. Mrs Mcintyre was
of Scotch IRISH birth. She was born heai
Coleraine, Londonderry county, Ireland. one
lived the usual life of Gaelic girl until ABOUT
1897. when she married Nathanlei Mcih'ylo'
deceased. With their family they came 10
America. about Al years ago, and soJourheu
short time in New York, in which time they
had scarcely realized American freedom anu
happiness, when Mr.. Mcintyre became VIC
tim of the hand OF death. After lhe aeatii VI
her husband, Mrs. Mcintyre and family Oh SIX
children moved to Summit Hill, CARBON 30,
Pa. where they lived on farm untll loo>,
when they sought a home on the fertile pralries
of Illinois. She settled in this township, "here
she has ever since lived with her sons. ohe
was the mother of seven children, three sons
and four daughters; five now living. Her
three sons are well-to-do farmers, living neal
each other in this township, one OF whom Is
supervisor (Nat) She was one OF the nrsl
settlers of this town, and her age, experience
and superior Judgment made her person Of
good advice and counsel. She was member
of the PRESBYTERIAN denomination, and lived a
consistent Christian lite full OF virtue, ueeus
of philanthrophy and kindness TO her lahlly
and many friends, and died death IN the nope
of crown of many stars for her faithful me-
here. Her burial took place at Allen cemetery
on Thursday last, at III O'Clock, ReV. L"alV'
pastor of the Presbyterian church OF Streator,
ofticia,inr. HIS very appropriate scrmoh was
a deep lesson drawn from job 9Th Chap. 10Th
verse, The funeral was largely attended. Incl
bereaved family may feel that they have the
heartfelt sympathy OF their numerous friends,
and we would commend to them the beautiful
words of the psalmlst--
Thus star by star declines,
Till all are passed away,
As morning high and brighter shines,
To pure and perfect day;
Nor sink those stars in empty night,
They hide themselves in heavens own ilEht'
A teachers institute will be held at the
Ransom school building on Saturday, Feb. 5
Teachers, parents, and all that are interested
in school work, are invited to attend. We hope
that the citizens of the town will not be re.
luctant in entertaining those who will come
from distance Let all try their utmost to
make this an interesting and successful affair.
1t will begin at 8 A, NJ, at which time all
should be there.
1t was our good fortune to be present again
at the last meeting of the constellation AT
an early hour the hall was well filled with a
quiet and orderly audience, who gave their
undivided attention to the exercises OF the pro
gramme AS they were presented. The exercises
were excellent DR.. Fogg's biographical
sketch of Alexandra Steward was without a
peer and Fetzers eel story was slick" The
singing, which was greatly aided by the use
of Mr. Boyd's organ, was very entertaining.
The discussion, which was on the tariff ques.
ton, was conducted IN a lively and spirited
manner; indicative of much interest taken in
the good work. The next question is: Re.
solved, That the Chinese emigration should
not be prohibited by law"
The red ribbon cluD convened again Satur-
day evening last. The exercises were singing,
speaking and essay reading. We understand
that they were highly appreciated.
Peter Kittermen and Sarah lllnkleman were
made one at the residence of the brides par
ents, on Sunday, Jan Sth. We congratulate
them, and hope that their cup of joy will ever
overflow.
Our merchants have been having a good
trade for few weeks past.
There is a prOtracted meeting at the Otter
bine church this week, conducted by Rev,
Rlnehart pastor.
People will sleigh ride "despite the snow"
We are having the epizootIc among "us."