Opinion

Prominent Devon resident passes

Friday, November 18, 2011

100 YEARS AGO

(1911)

The Apple Blossom Club was entertained yesterday afternoon by Miss Alice Clifford. Storytelling proved a new and delightful feature for the club. Extra guests were Miss Helen Glaze, Miss Dorothy Webb, Miss Ethel Hamlin and Miss Ruth Hamlin.

James, Ed and Delbert Quick, all residents of the Redfield neighborhood, were in the city today.

Jim Godman returned to his home near Devon this morning. Mr. Godman was here yesterday with a carload of fine apples he had shipped in from northern Missouri. He disposed of many of the apples, but stored 70 barrels of these to be held until the holidays.

Albert Cheney went to Richards on professional business.

Gus Mitzner spent today in the city from his home southwest of town.

Alex Mason was in the city today from his home near Fulton.

75 YEARS AGO

(1936)

W.B. Johnston, 87, one of the oldest and most prominent residents of Devon, died this morning at the Main Street Mercy Hospital. He had lived the retired life of a farmer at Devon for 22 years. He had reared a large family, most of whom are residents of the county.

W.B. Johnston, the son of Mr. and Mrs. L.M. Johnston, was born in Ohio in 1849. With his parents he came to Kansas, arriving in this vicinity Nov. 11, 1866.

The family settled on a farm two miles east of Fulton.

Mr. Johnston spent most of his early life in the Fulton and West Liberty vicinities. He helped in the construction of the West Liberty church. His first marriage was to Clara McNeal and after her death he was married to Martha E. Shipman Feb. 22, 1882, in Fort Scott.

Mr. Johnston was an active member of the Devon Methodist church.

50 YEARS AGO

(1961)

Directors of the Chamber of Commerce approved the sale of a building to the Peeress Products Co. which it occupies in the Industrial Park at the south edge of the city.

The chamber purchased the building several years ago and helped remodel it for occupancy by the Peerless company which manufactures aluminum storm doors and windows.

BLUE MOUND -- The Post Office Department is seeking competitive bids for an improved building to house the postal operation here.

The Bourbon County United Way Fund has been chalked up to $22,000, only $1,000 short of the goal.

Enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at the Downtowner Hotel. Our Pioneer Ballroom will be set up and open to supplement the restaurant in providing arrangements for families and other groups. We request reservations to ensure better service.

Photo caption: "Richard Albright, Southeast 4-H Club, receives an award for his outstanding soil conservation project at the 4-H Achievement Banquet. Wayne Tyler, extension agent, makes the presentation." -- Tribune photo

Business or office space for rent: Crider Building, corner of Second and Main streets, former location of Basham Medical Clinic. Contact Mrs. Amott, Apt. 1. or Mrs. Moreland, Apt. 5.

25 YEARS AGO

(1986)

Mrs. Sylvia Robb was surprised at the morning service of the Devon United Methodist Church Nov. 9 when she was recognized for her contributions to the community over a span of 80 years. Viola Hutcherson read a brief resume.

Friends were invited to share in a "This Is Your Life" program.

Litwin's Family Clothing announces its 79th anniversary sale. This is our biggest sale of the year! It is our way of saying "thank you" to our customers. We thank you for your patronage and we are planning to personally serve you for years to come. Register for free prizes and gift certificates.