Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-06-14
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Mrs. Ella Snedeker Lindsay, wife of
Dr. L. H. Lindsay, of Flushing, died al
her home in that place on the 9th inst,
and the funeral took place on Monday
last. Her little babe died a few days
previous. and both were inferred at
Crabapple Cemetery. Ella was born and
raised in this vicinity. She was bright,
vivacious little lady and had the kindly
regard of every one. She was the only
daughter of Mr.. VIM. Snedeker, and her
father and one brother survive her. The
fullest sympathy is extended.
Miss Lizzie Glover, a pleasant lady of
Centerville, was the guest of her sister,
Mrs. Donner, of this place, recently.
There will be a strawberry and ice
cream festival held at Bannock Church
this Thursday evening proceeds for
the benefit of the church. The young
man with the fatteSt pocket book will
receive the warmeSt welcome. The peo-
] pie at Bannock always furnish an ample
allowance of the finest berries and the
incest cream. Do not wrong yourself
by staying away.
Rev. G.. S. Hackett has returned from
Philadelphia feeling ten years younger.
He visited the sea shore at Atlantic City,
and had a good time generally, of which
he is fully deserving.
Amanda, nice little girl, daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. Isaac Grimes, had her
right arm severely injured by being
thrown down the steps by the slamming
/ of the door in which she was standing.
Fortunately no bones were broken.
Mr.. Mitchell Zimmerman was kicked
by horse on the right leg below the
knee as he was unlocking the traces
from the wagon. His injuries are very
severe but it is thought the bone is not
entirely broken, although perhaps badly
! fractured. He was taken to his home in
st. Clairsville the same evening Mon
day.. Mr.. z. was preparing to engage
in hauling lumber for 5. W. Andrews.
Miss Millie Bell, of Fort Gay, W. Va,
who has been paying an extended visit
to relatives in this vicinity, returned
home Tuesday last, much to the regret
of those who had the pleasure of form
ing acquaintance with a lady of such
pleasant manners and mental worth.
Miss May Hays was presented recent
ly with fine gold watch by her father,
as token of his living regard. Miss
Hays is in every way deserving of so
nice present.
The U. p. Presbytery of Wheeling met
at Unity Church, Tuesday, the 18th inst.
Mr.. W. J. Taggart, of this township,
recently graduated at the Buchanan
Business College, and will locate at Co
lumbus, o., and engage in business.
Mr. T. is brother of Mr.. J. II. Taggart,
the popular and efficient teacher, so well
known throughout the county. Both
these young men are deserving of the
highest praise, as in acquiring an edu-
cation they depended upon their own
efforts, and had to encounter many OBJ
stacles and difficulties which would have
discouraged others.
We acknowledge the receipt of a very
handsome and artistic invitation card, a
favor of Miss Louise Rogers, a compli-
ment to myself and sister, requesting
our attendance at the Commencement
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on the 18th inst. Miss Rogers is one of
the graduating class, and will no doubt
acquit herself with the highest honors.
The institution is one of the best in the
States, and diploma will be ample ev-
idence of a thorough education. We
desire to thank Miss Rogers for kindly
remembrance.
Mrs. Anna Price was quite sick with
measles last week, but is much better.
Mr.. and Mrs. Humbell, of Maynard,
were the guests of their son, Mr.. Geo.
Humbell, of this place, last week.-Mr.
Kirby Smith visited Wheeling and Mar
tins Ferry, to attend the Commence
ment exercises, and returned bringing
with him Mr. Benz. Exley, one of his
young friends, who we hope will enjoy
his visit to the country.-Mr. S. W. An
drews has purchased a tract of timber
from Mr. John Sharp, and the lumber is
for the use of the Cleveland, Lorain and
Wheeling Railroad Company. H.