|
CHICKASAW COUNTY Another IAGenWeb Project |
|
7/3/1919 Lynes Family Reunion--The annual reunion of the Lynes family was held at the home of Elmer Reeves in Waverly Saturday and over seventy relatives assembled to enjoy once again the re-uniting of dear ones, when once a year this remarkably large family are all gathered together. However, at this reunion there was one cloud to mar the happiness of the occasion, for two loved ones, Gladys Farnsworth, Plainfield, and Walter Bromley, Charles City, had been called to their Heavenly home since the last reunion. Two large tables were laid beneath the shade trees and a sumptuous dinner opened the program for the day. The photographer from Waverly was on hand to take the picture of the group. Later a program consisting of music, recitations and speeches was given. W. W. Blasier of Jesup, acted as president, and his efficiency in this capacity could not be excelled and his wit and humor lent much toward making the program a most enjoyable affair. Following this came the election of officers. Elmer Reeves, Waverly, being chosen president for the ensuing year, and Mrs. Pauline Roach, Plainfield, re-elected as secreary. It was voted to hold the reunion at the A. D. Leaman home in Nashua in June 1920. The program of the day closed by serving the company with ice cream and cake. 7/17/1919 Family Picnic Sunday-There was a family gathering a the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Wright on Sunday. A picnic dinner was spread at noon and the following families were there to enjoy a good feast and a good visit: Fred Wrioght, Frank Wright, Ralph Wright, Harry Swinton, Arthur Wright, Earl Wright, Guy Wright, and J. G. Wrioght, the father and two sons, John and Robert, Mrs. Salina Wright and Mr. Morrow. The gathering was in honor of Robert Wright, who returned from the service Friday. 7/24/1919 A Pleasant Family Reunion-The pleasant country home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kruger, over Ionia way, was the scene of a happy family gathering last Sunday in honor of Mrs. Lena Deigner, sister of Mrs. Kruger, and her two daughters, who are here from Zumbrota, Minn., visiting relatives. The day was spent in a social way, visiting and talking over old times and enjoying a sumptuous dinner of all the good eatables imaginable, including ice cream. Those present to enjoy the day were: Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kruger, Mrs. E. Kruger, Mr. and Mrs. Will Cassmeier and daughter Frieda, Mrs. Martin Kruger and Miss Dora Kruger and the guests of honor. 7/31/1919 Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Ransom entertained 60 of their relatives last week Sunday. It was a reunion of the Ransom family in honor of Cale S. Ransom's brother George, who is here visiting from Ontario, Oregon. Oscar Ransom and family live on the old J. M. Hooker farm just east of town, an ideal place for such a gathering. They enjoyed a big picnic dinner and the day was spent in visiting. Those present from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. O. Ransom and children, Mr. and Mrs. H. Caddaman, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Shepard and children, of Clarksville, Lem Knight and family of New Hampton, Mack Ransom and wife, Hal Ransom and family of Republic, H. C. Ransom, Ab Ransom and Ole Ransom and families of Ionia. Mr. George Ransom went to Clarksville that evening to visit relatives. 8/21/1919 Reunion for Soldier Boy-There was a family reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Luhring on Sunday, when all their children and grandchildren gathered there in a welcome home for Berhard Luhring, who returned last week from his service in the army at San Antonio, Tex. Sunday was also Berhard's birthday anniversary. Those from out of town who wee present were Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Keiler and son Robert of Waterloo; Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gorman and baby Thelma of Waterloo; Mr. and Mrs. Knapp, son Francis, daughter Helen and baby Lorma of Aredale. A Happy Family Gathering-There was a happy gathering at the Joe Kellner home last Sunday when about sixty of the relatives and friends gathered for a day of social intercourse and enjoyment. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. F. Gressel, Mr. and Mrs. Henry lang and John Lang of Dubuque, Mrs. Emma Getsch and family of Fredericksburg, Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Lang and daughter of Axland, Wis., Mrs. John Wedemeyer and daughter of Waterloo, Mr. and Mrs. Chris Lang and daughter of Nashua; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Lang, of Republic, John Chandler, of Shell Rock, and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hill, of Waverly. 9/28/1919 Thomas Family Reunion-The eleventh annual reunion of the Thomas family was held Friday, Aug. 22, 1919, at the W. G. Robinson home just south of Nashua. After congregating at the old home farm, the company, well loaded with lunch baskets and cameras, journeyed to the woods just north of the Robinson home where everything was in readiness for the picnic. This is the second time in the history of the reunions that the number of relatives present has been seventy eight, the other being August 22, 1911, but this year eleven visitors were present, making a total of eighty nine. One unusual feature of this year's reunion was the presence of a new French cousin. Sgt. Harry L. Holmes, of Wyoming, Minn., recently returned from France, was accompanied by his charming French bride. During the forenoon games of horseshoe occupied the time of the men, which the women visited and prepared the picnic dinner. About 12:30 all gathered around the long table, which was bountifully filled with good things to eat. After dinner the time was spent in visiting, taking pictures and general good time until a ball game was proposed. Sides were chosen by two of the young ladies and the game was started, resulting in a score of 7 to 2, in favor of the Rabbits. At the close of the game quantities of ice cream disappeared in a remarkable short time, after which the business session was held and new officers were elected as follows: President, Carlyle Thomas; Secretary, Hazel Robinson. A few ideas for the next year's reunion were propsoed and then for the "old swimmin' hole," where some of the younger members enjoyed a session of water sports. The day ended all too quickly. Farewells were taken and the happy time remains only a memory "till we meet again" August 22, 1920. The members of the family present were: Mrs. Elanor Eldridge, Clear Lake Iowa; Mrs. Anna Fuller and daughter Frances, Rockford, Ill.; L. F. Holmes, daughter Ethel and son Floyd, Sgt. and Mrs. H. L. Holmes, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Holmes and daughter, all of Wyoming, Minn.; Mrs. Frank E. Tracy and family of Osage, Ia.; Mrs. Emma Knight, Mr. and Mrs. James Gibson and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Freeman and children, Mr. and Mrs. Theo Thomas and children, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Thomas and son, Mrs. Maude Stevens, Mr. and Mrs. Ansel Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Thomas and children, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Teeple and children, all of Greene, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Tracy and children, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Hammond and children, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Tracy and children, Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Warye and children, Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Robinson and children, all of Nashua. The visitors present were: Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Palmer and children of Kalona, Ia., Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Crouse, Greene; Claire Clifton, Claire Curtis, Thomas Corbette, all of Greene; Clarence Lindquist and Robert Scoles, of Nashua. 9/11/1919 Fisher Family Reunion-Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Fisher, their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and also A. J. Fisher, a brother of Mr. Fisher, with his family and grandchildren gathered at the fairgrounds Saturday, Sept. 6th, for a picnic. There were about seventy five relatives present and a big dinner and a ball game were the chief features of the day. Ice cream and melons were served just before the gathering disbursed to go to their homes. It was an enjoyable occasion and it is to be hoped it will be made an annual event. Sept. 4th has been selected as the date for the reunion next year. Tolle Family Reunion Held Sunday-The beautiful country home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Tolle, near Bassett, was the scene of a happy family reunion last Sunday, Sept. 7. They had planned and made ample preparations for a big day and some eighty one of the relatives and friends gathered at their home to enjoy the feast and all the other good things prepared for the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Tolle have one of the finest new homes in the country. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Huffman of Ionia, Mrs. Malissa Shook and son and a lady friend of Fairbault, Minn.; Hazel Butterfield and family of Nora Springs, Garry Rowe and family of Floyd, Will Bonsell and family of Deerfield, Mrs. H. B. Watters of Deerfield, Rev. L. Grosback and wife of Coldwell, John Thomas and family of St. Olaf, Ia., James and Opal Crooks from near Monona, Howard and Dorothy Crooks and Ruth Dickson of Ionia and Jess Edler and family of Bassett. After the big family dinner the rest of the day was spent in visiting and taking pictures of the many groups of relatives and friends, including one which took in four generations. The day was an ideal autumn day for such an occasion and will long be remembered by those who were fortunate enough to be there, and may Mr. and Mrs. Tolle enjoy many more returns of such family reunions at their home. 11/6/1919 There was a family reunion held on Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Fiene, as a sister, Mrs. Elmer Briggs and two sons of Canby, Minn., were here for a visit. Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Wisenhart, of Wadena, Minn., and Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Leaman, of Waterloo were also in attendance, besides the relatives living near here. |
Many Thanks To Volunteer Sheryl McClure