Columbia City Post ~ Saturday, March 11, 1905
Will Be Married March 23. Miss Edythe King, daughter of the Rev. Chauncey King, at one time pastor of the Methodist church of this city, and Mr. John Blake Hedges, of Nashville, Tennessee, will be united in marriage Thursday morning, March 23, 1905, in the M. E. church at New Castle, Indiana. The groom is a wealthy manufacturer and first met his bride-to-be on board a ship enroute from New York to Liverpool in 1903. They will make their home in Nashville.
Friday, May 11, 2007
Van Lieu-Swayzee Marriage (1859)
Columbia City News ~ Thursday, November 10, 1859
Married. On the 3d inst. at the residence of D. S. Swayzee in Thorncreek Township, Whitley County, by the Rev. Mr. Edmundson, Mr. Dennis Van Lieu to Miss Angelina Swayzee, all of Whitley County. With the above notice came an assortment of delicious cake to cheer the weary printers; all hands gathered around the much welcome pile of cake and with glad heart and merry laugh did ample justice to the same. When all were through with the pleasant task, our devil licked his fingers, smacked his lips and wished that Dennis and Angelina would get married every day. The happy bride will accept the thanks of the office – may she and her Dennis live long and happy on earth; and when they shall have filled their destiny, comforted and consoled each other through life, then may they come to the end in peace, and never regret their union.
Married. On the 3d inst. at the residence of D. S. Swayzee in Thorncreek Township, Whitley County, by the Rev. Mr. Edmundson, Mr. Dennis Van Lieu to Miss Angelina Swayzee, all of Whitley County. With the above notice came an assortment of delicious cake to cheer the weary printers; all hands gathered around the much welcome pile of cake and with glad heart and merry laugh did ample justice to the same. When all were through with the pleasant task, our devil licked his fingers, smacked his lips and wished that Dennis and Angelina would get married every day. The happy bride will accept the thanks of the office – may she and her Dennis live long and happy on earth; and when they shall have filled their destiny, comforted and consoled each other through life, then may they come to the end in peace, and never regret their union.
Latamore-Moore Marriage (1863)
Columbia City News ~ Tuesday, January 27, 1863
Married. On the 24th instant. At the office of Mr. Thomas Washburn, J. P., Mr. Jesse Latamore, of this place, to Miss Ann Moore, formerly of Huron County, Ohio. “Old Jess” has at last thrown off the robes of batchelorship, and, like a true and valorous knight, has put on the matrimonial harness. We wish him all the earthly responsibilities imaginable, and unalloyed pleasures of connubial happiness.
Married. On the 24th instant. At the office of Mr. Thomas Washburn, J. P., Mr. Jesse Latamore, of this place, to Miss Ann Moore, formerly of Huron County, Ohio. “Old Jess” has at last thrown off the robes of batchelorship, and, like a true and valorous knight, has put on the matrimonial harness. We wish him all the earthly responsibilities imaginable, and unalloyed pleasures of connubial happiness.
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Torbet-Briggs Marriage (1921)
Columbia City Post ~ Saturday October 15, 1921
Prominent Young People Married. Harold R. Torbet and Theresa Briggs Take Marriage Vows at High Noon Friday - Romance of School Days.
The marriage of Mr. Harold S. Torbet to Miss Theresa Briggs occurred at the beautiful country home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Briggs, in Troy township, Friday at noon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Frank Young, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church in Etna in the presence of close relatives of the contracting parties. The home was artistically decorated with garden flowers, and was in complete harmony with the beautiful October day.
The bride, in addition to being recognized as one of the most beautiful girls in the community, is an accomplished musician and a highly intellectual young woman and she is well qualified to take up the duties of a home. Her bridal suit, of navy blue tricotine, served as an excellent foil for one of her brunette type and when worn with a canton crepe blouse of the same shade and black hat, the effect was unusually appealing. An exquisite corsage of Aaron Ward roses completed the costume.
The bridegroom is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver S. Torbet of this city, and he is one of the most promising young men of the community. Following in his father's footsteps, he early learned the hardware business, but sought larger fields until he is now the buyer for the People's Hardware Company, of Gary, which is a big wholesale and retail concern. He graduated from the local high school with the class of 1914 and his bride completed the high school course here the following year. It was while they were students together that the romance began which resulted in the union. A wedding dinner was served immediately following the ceremony, after which the happy young couple motored to this city, leaving on the 1:40 train for Chicago where they will spend their honeymoon before taking up their residence in Gary. Many friends of both of the contracting parties join in wishing them the greatest happiness.
Prominent Young People Married. Harold R. Torbet and Theresa Briggs Take Marriage Vows at High Noon Friday - Romance of School Days.
The marriage of Mr. Harold S. Torbet to Miss Theresa Briggs occurred at the beautiful country home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Briggs, in Troy township, Friday at noon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Frank Young, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church in Etna in the presence of close relatives of the contracting parties. The home was artistically decorated with garden flowers, and was in complete harmony with the beautiful October day.
The bride, in addition to being recognized as one of the most beautiful girls in the community, is an accomplished musician and a highly intellectual young woman and she is well qualified to take up the duties of a home. Her bridal suit, of navy blue tricotine, served as an excellent foil for one of her brunette type and when worn with a canton crepe blouse of the same shade and black hat, the effect was unusually appealing. An exquisite corsage of Aaron Ward roses completed the costume.
The bridegroom is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver S. Torbet of this city, and he is one of the most promising young men of the community. Following in his father's footsteps, he early learned the hardware business, but sought larger fields until he is now the buyer for the People's Hardware Company, of Gary, which is a big wholesale and retail concern. He graduated from the local high school with the class of 1914 and his bride completed the high school course here the following year. It was while they were students together that the romance began which resulted in the union. A wedding dinner was served immediately following the ceremony, after which the happy young couple motored to this city, leaving on the 1:40 train for Chicago where they will spend their honeymoon before taking up their residence in Gary. Many friends of both of the contracting parties join in wishing them the greatest happiness.
Birthday Celebration at Barney Home (1921)
Columbia City Post ~ Wednesday October 26, 1921
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Barney entertained at their beautiful country home with a dinner party Sunday in honor of Mr. Barney and his sister, Miss Goldia, and Mrs. Barney's brother, Carl Smith, whose birthdays come within the same week. The afternoon was spent by playing games, having music on the Victrola and taking pictures. The guests present were Mrs. W. D. Barney and daughter, Miss Goldia, Misses Hazel Smith, Edith Smith and Margaret Eberhard and Messrs Ray Hutton, Carl Emig, Carl Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Barney. A Guest.
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Barney entertained at their beautiful country home with a dinner party Sunday in honor of Mr. Barney and his sister, Miss Goldia, and Mrs. Barney's brother, Carl Smith, whose birthdays come within the same week. The afternoon was spent by playing games, having music on the Victrola and taking pictures. The guests present were Mrs. W. D. Barney and daughter, Miss Goldia, Misses Hazel Smith, Edith Smith and Margaret Eberhard and Messrs Ray Hutton, Carl Emig, Carl Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Barney. A Guest.
Grand Jury After Jurors - May 1, 1909
The Evening Post, Columbia City, Indiana ~ Saturday May 1, 1909
Grand Jury After Jurors. Churubusco Merchants not satisfied with decision in John Petersohn Case.
The holding over of the grand jury from Friday, after they were supposed to adjourn, caused something of a sensation when it was learned that the decision of the petit jury, in the case of John Petersohn was decidedly unfavorable to the Churubusco merchants, and that a couple of them had urged their attorneys to make an investigation before the grand jury.
Sheriff Schumaker, Deputy Clerk Glassley and Stenographer N. M. Mullon were summoned to appear before the grand jury Saturday, and Leo Isay and Frank Egolf, of Churubusco, were also witnesses. The entire jury, composed of Charles Keiser, O. J. Crowell, Nelson Keller, H. B. Helfrich, Frank D. Cummins, Simon Hyre, John Maxwell, S. F. Weingardner, B. F. Hull, Frank Brahm, Sol Leckrone and Wm. B. Johnson, were also summoned and appeared before the grand jury, with Prosecutor W. D. Carver at the head of the investigation.
Just how Petersohn is supposed to have influenced the jury in their verdict for acquittal is something that no one has told. It is alleged that he whispered to a couple of them or made signals with his eyes, while sitting close to the jury box, behind his attorneys.
Grand Jury After Jurors. Churubusco Merchants not satisfied with decision in John Petersohn Case.
The holding over of the grand jury from Friday, after they were supposed to adjourn, caused something of a sensation when it was learned that the decision of the petit jury, in the case of John Petersohn was decidedly unfavorable to the Churubusco merchants, and that a couple of them had urged their attorneys to make an investigation before the grand jury.
Sheriff Schumaker, Deputy Clerk Glassley and Stenographer N. M. Mullon were summoned to appear before the grand jury Saturday, and Leo Isay and Frank Egolf, of Churubusco, were also witnesses. The entire jury, composed of Charles Keiser, O. J. Crowell, Nelson Keller, H. B. Helfrich, Frank D. Cummins, Simon Hyre, John Maxwell, S. F. Weingardner, B. F. Hull, Frank Brahm, Sol Leckrone and Wm. B. Johnson, were also summoned and appeared before the grand jury, with Prosecutor W. D. Carver at the head of the investigation.
Just how Petersohn is supposed to have influenced the jury in their verdict for acquittal is something that no one has told. It is alleged that he whispered to a couple of them or made signals with his eyes, while sitting close to the jury box, behind his attorneys.
Sunday, May 6, 2007
Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas and Besse Io Porch Married
Columbia City Post ~ Saturday April 9, 1904
Big Church Wedding. Eldest Daughter of Dr. Porch United in Marriage to Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas, of North Manchester.
The marriage of Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas, pastor of the Lutheran church of North Manchester, and Miss Besse Io Porch, daughter of Dr. F. M. Porch, pastor of the Lutheran church of this city, was solemnized in the auditorium of the church Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the presence of several hundred people. The members of the church were invited to be present at the ceremony and special invitations had been sent out to a number of special friends of the families, so that when the bridal party entered, the auditorium and gallery were crowded with guests.
The church was elaborately decorated with palms and flowers. The section occupied by the honorary guests was marked by ribbons and flowers in great profusion, and altogether the scene was most beautiful and inspiring.
When Miss Jessie Weber struck the first notes of the wedding march on the pipe organ, Little Ruth Mills, the ribbon girl, entered from the rear of the church, Ed Weber and Clyde Douglas being the ushers. Following came Misses Glen Porch and Mary Makemson, and in turn the bridesmaid, Miss Nell Porch, and the bride upon the arm of her father, Dr. Porch. All the ladies carried large bunches of flowers, those carried by the bride being white lillies. The bride wore a beautiful white French lawn dress trimmed in Teneriss lace and presented a very charming appearance.
The groom, attended by Joe E. Brown, of North Manchester, came down the steps from the pipe organ and met the bridal party in front of the altar, whereupon Dr. Porch proceeded with the marriage ceremony. Immediately after the vows had been taken, the bride and groom entered a cab and were driven to the home of Rev. A. J. Douglas (who was unable to be present) that he might be the first to offer congratulations. They then returned to the parsonage and received the congratulations of those who were there by special invitation.
Later on a wedding dinner was served, consisting of five courses. Misses Marie Meyers and Hazel Harrison and Mrs. Joe Adair-Keirn waited upon the guests. The decorations were in white, consisting largely of white carnations and lillies.
The guests from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Brown and two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Holly Sheller, Mrs. John Mills, and the church coterie girls, of North Manchester; Mrs. W. J. Stuart, Mr. R. M. Hatcher, sister and father of Mrs. Porch, from Springfield, Ohio, and Miss Nell McGavern, of Van Wert, Ohio.
The bride received a great many beautiful and useful presents, and the groom was especially pleased over the bag of gold, consisting of twenty, five dollar gold pieces, which came from his congregation at North Manchester.
Big Church Wedding. Eldest Daughter of Dr. Porch United in Marriage to Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas, of North Manchester.
The marriage of Rev. Lloyd C. Douglas, pastor of the Lutheran church of North Manchester, and Miss Besse Io Porch, daughter of Dr. F. M. Porch, pastor of the Lutheran church of this city, was solemnized in the auditorium of the church Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the presence of several hundred people. The members of the church were invited to be present at the ceremony and special invitations had been sent out to a number of special friends of the families, so that when the bridal party entered, the auditorium and gallery were crowded with guests.
The church was elaborately decorated with palms and flowers. The section occupied by the honorary guests was marked by ribbons and flowers in great profusion, and altogether the scene was most beautiful and inspiring.
When Miss Jessie Weber struck the first notes of the wedding march on the pipe organ, Little Ruth Mills, the ribbon girl, entered from the rear of the church, Ed Weber and Clyde Douglas being the ushers. Following came Misses Glen Porch and Mary Makemson, and in turn the bridesmaid, Miss Nell Porch, and the bride upon the arm of her father, Dr. Porch. All the ladies carried large bunches of flowers, those carried by the bride being white lillies. The bride wore a beautiful white French lawn dress trimmed in Teneriss lace and presented a very charming appearance.
The groom, attended by Joe E. Brown, of North Manchester, came down the steps from the pipe organ and met the bridal party in front of the altar, whereupon Dr. Porch proceeded with the marriage ceremony. Immediately after the vows had been taken, the bride and groom entered a cab and were driven to the home of Rev. A. J. Douglas (who was unable to be present) that he might be the first to offer congratulations. They then returned to the parsonage and received the congratulations of those who were there by special invitation.
Later on a wedding dinner was served, consisting of five courses. Misses Marie Meyers and Hazel Harrison and Mrs. Joe Adair-Keirn waited upon the guests. The decorations were in white, consisting largely of white carnations and lillies.
The guests from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Brown and two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Holly Sheller, Mrs. John Mills, and the church coterie girls, of North Manchester; Mrs. W. J. Stuart, Mr. R. M. Hatcher, sister and father of Mrs. Porch, from Springfield, Ohio, and Miss Nell McGavern, of Van Wert, Ohio.
The bride received a great many beautiful and useful presents, and the groom was especially pleased over the bag of gold, consisting of twenty, five dollar gold pieces, which came from his congregation at North Manchester.
The groom is the son of Rev. and Mrs. A. J. Douglas of this city. He is a young man of fine attainments and great promise. He owes his success in life largely to his own efforts. He was able to complete the course as a student in Wittenburg college, practically paying his own way, and immediately after graduating entered the theological seminary, completing the course there in 1903. During all his college life he was an exceedingly busy boy, for in addition to keeping up his studies, he was obliged to turn his hand to many tasks in order to obtain means with which to meet his expenses in school. He met with many hard trials, but these trials only tended to more fully develop him and to better fit him for the duties of life. While yet a student, he frequently received calls to fill pulpits in various parts of the country, and among other points he visited North Manchester. He made such a favorable impression there that the congregation gave him a call before he had completed his theological course. He is a pleasing speaker, a clear and logical reasoner, and possesses a personality that wins warm and lasting friendships. His bride is also a graduate of Wittenburg college and a young lady of many good qualities of heart and mind.
The happy twain departed for the east at 7 o'clock.
[Note: The Reverend Lloyd Cassell Douglas, son of Alexander Jackson Douglas and his second wife, Jennie Cassell, was born in Columbia City, Indiana on August 27, 1877. Lloyd only lived for a few years in the area but is claimed as a 'famous native son' by Whitley County. Though he didn't write his first novel until he was 50 years old, he was one of the most popular authors of his time. Magnificent Obsession and The Robe are, perhaps, his best-known novels. Lloyd Douglas died on February 13, 1951 in Los Angeles, California.]
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Local News - June 17, 1910
Columbia City Commercial Mail ~ Friday, June 17, 1910
Yeggs Loot Yontz Jewelry Store of $1275
Will Take Advanced Course in Chemistry
Nameless Club Surprises Mrs. Yontz
Yeggs Loot Yontz Jewelry Store of $1275
Guy Yontz of this city is in receipt of a copy of the Arizona Journal-Miner, of Prescott with an account of the looting of the jewelry store of his brother Ralph E. Yontz at Kingman, Ariz. the robbery was one of the boldest in ten years there. The entrance was made Wednesday night June 8th between 8 and 9 o'clock while Mr. Yontz and family were at a show. Fifty repair watches and a tray of rings of total value of $1,275 were taken. The pocket book of Mrs. Yontz containing a large sum was overlooked. There is no clue.
Will Take Advanced Course in Chemistry
Arthur B. Carter, who during the past year has been an instructor in chemistry at Purdue University has resigned his position and next Saturday will leave for Chicago to enter Chicago University to take an advanced course in chemistry. He expects to be in the university all summer and fall and upon completing the course will go into the manufacturing end of pharmaceutical chemicals. Mr. Carter has proven himself a master of his subject and realizes the commercial end of chemistry is much more profitable than teaching the science and is showing his foresight in taking up that work.
Nameless Club Surprises Mrs. Yontz
The Nameless, erstwhile Grandmothers, club entertained their husbands at a delicious supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Yontz in east Jackson street Monday evening. The day was Mrs. Yontz' birthday anniversary, and the family had motored to Fort Wayne. When the Yontz' returned Mrs. Yontz was forced to admit she had been surprised. Twenty-seven persons were present and had a delightful evening with music and in general pleasure. Out-of-town guests were Mrs. Edith Irvin of Chicago and Mrs. A. R. Beck of Rockford, Ill.
Monday, April 30, 2007
School Days - Carnival of Genealogy
The topic for the upcoming edition of the Carnival of Genealogy is School Days. Several articles from Whitley County newspapers on various schools have been posted on Whitley Kinexxions and more will be added as I get the time to transcribe them. Future posts related to schools in Whitley County can be found by using the "schools" label.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Junior-Senior Reception Larwill High School 1917
Columbia City Post - May 5, 1917
The Junior-Senior reception of the Larwill high school was held at the home of Jacob Sappington, Tuesday evening, May the 1st, with grand success. The house was decorated with the Senior class colors which were green and white and the Junior class colors which were purple and gold. It put in a very beautiful appearance. Different games were played and at a late hour refreshments were served which consisted of sandwiches, pickles, fruit-salad, and cookies. After refreshments were served we had some music on the organ by Miss Bernice Roberts.
Those present were: Paul Smith, Bernice Roberts, Claude Anspaugh, Hazel James, Viola Hartman, Julia Dowell, Orphia Long, Irene Butler, Leo Cunningham, Ruth Barney, Dale Van Voorst, Ruth Pritchard, Clyde Long, Talmage Leedy, Ellis Dowell, Leo Lansdown, Hiram Hazen, Dewey Souders, Emmett Zumbrum, Florence Picon, Ruth Sappington, Carl McGraw, Jacob Sappington, Constance Lancaster, Elsie Marchand, Chloe Cunningham, Esther Smith, Mrs. Jane Evard, of Monroeville, Ind., Mr. and Mrs. James Sappington, Paul Prugh, Kenneth Beard, Carl Pritchard and Jake George Marrs. We had the honor of having with us Forrest Deeter our esteemed treasurer. On account of sickness it was impossible for Paul Rager, a jolly Junior, to be present.
A GUEST.
The Junior-Senior reception of the Larwill high school was held at the home of Jacob Sappington, Tuesday evening, May the 1st, with grand success. The house was decorated with the Senior class colors which were green and white and the Junior class colors which were purple and gold. It put in a very beautiful appearance. Different games were played and at a late hour refreshments were served which consisted of sandwiches, pickles, fruit-salad, and cookies. After refreshments were served we had some music on the organ by Miss Bernice Roberts.
Those present were: Paul Smith, Bernice Roberts, Claude Anspaugh, Hazel James, Viola Hartman, Julia Dowell, Orphia Long, Irene Butler, Leo Cunningham, Ruth Barney, Dale Van Voorst, Ruth Pritchard, Clyde Long, Talmage Leedy, Ellis Dowell, Leo Lansdown, Hiram Hazen, Dewey Souders, Emmett Zumbrum, Florence Picon, Ruth Sappington, Carl McGraw, Jacob Sappington, Constance Lancaster, Elsie Marchand, Chloe Cunningham, Esther Smith, Mrs. Jane Evard, of Monroeville, Ind., Mr. and Mrs. James Sappington, Paul Prugh, Kenneth Beard, Carl Pritchard and Jake George Marrs. We had the honor of having with us Forrest Deeter our esteemed treasurer. On account of sickness it was impossible for Paul Rager, a jolly Junior, to be present.
A GUEST.
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