1901-1903 UMC programs, Rossville, Kansas
description: The Box Social given by the M.E. Sunday School last Saturday evening in the Fritz Hall was a pleasant affair and netted nearly $20 for the piano fund. Master Paul Stewart purchased the box that won the prize which proved to be the one prepared by Miss Ethel Young. She received a handsomely bound volume of Longfellow's poems. 1901 May 29, 1903 An excellent program was rendered at the M. E. Church last Sunday evening the occasion being the Wesleyan Bicentenary Anniversary by the Epworth League. Special music had been prepared and talks on the Wesleyan succession by the League members were entertaining and instructive. Stella Johnson, Wm. Shidler, Bertha Rice, Ella Johnson, Ella Parr, Ethel Rice, Effie Parr and Miss Parks were each on the program and explained the League's mission and discussed various topics with great credit to themselves and much edification to the audience.
creator: The Shawnee County News, Rossville, Kansas
date: 1901 - 1903
rights: Public Domain

1903 M.E. Church pastor, Rossville, Kansas
description: THE SHAWNEE COUNTY NEWS An Independent Newspaper Published Every Friday at Rossville, Shawnee County Kansas. V. G. STEWART. Editor. By mail, to any address, one year $1.25 If paid in advance., $1.00 Fractional parts of a year pro rata. ADVERTISING RATES. Display, 15 cents per inch each insertion. Local reading notices, want advertisements, cards of thanks, resolu. units, etc., 5 cents a line. All bills for advertising and job printing payable the first day of each month. ENTERED AS SECOND CLASS MAIL. FRIDAY, JUNE 5,1903 Drouthv Kansas ! Huh ! ! The special election went "wet." "It's better to whistle than to whine.'' The oldtimers will have to go "'way hack and sit down." The only flood stories.countenanced now by our people are those of Mr. Noah, Esq., since deceased. Rev. C. L. Kuhn, pastor of the M. E. Church, while standing on the Cross creek bridge last Friday saw a live hen floating down the stream. He lay down and when the chicken came within reach he rescued it from a watery grave and the crowd yelled "bravo!" The parson preserved the reputation of his clan. The record remains unbroken. We'd like to see the color of a chicken's leg that can elude a Methodist preacher.
creator: The Shawnee County News, Rossville, Kansas
date: June 5, 1903
rights: Public Domain

1903-1915 UMC Basement misc, Rossville, Kansas
description: To raise money to fit out the basement of the church, the Methodist people will hold a mock wedding at the church Friday evening. The admission is 5 cents and the money will be used to fit out the bride's kitchen. The guests may also bring a present for the bride, preferably something for her kitchen. In connection with the wedding, booths to serve refreshments will be arranged and a bazaar with many useful articles for home use can be purchased. The north wall of the excavation under the M.E. church caved in last Thursday and made it necessary to build an entire new foundation wall along the north side of the church. Starting out with the intention of installing a furnace under the church, the Methodist people have enlarged their plans and excavated under the whole building. Besides the furnace room, a storeroom, a big kitchen and possibly two class rooms are provided in the new plans. The Methodist men are digging s basement under the church. October 28, 1915 The Methodist Church is being newly papered this week. J. W. Miller is the artist.
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas
date: 1903, 1915
rights: Public Domain

1904-06 Miss Fannie Wilt Sunday school class, Rossville, Kansas
description: June 1904 Miss Fannie Wilt entertained her Sunday School class Tuesday afternoon. After a number of games and dainty refreshments they proceeded to the mill pond and spent several hours fishing. Those present were Tommie Attebury, Eber Nason, John Heath, Earl Miller, Roy Trostle, Dudley Pratt, Clarence McPherson, Philip Frank and Lancelot Jamieson.
creator: The Shawnee County News, Rossville, Kansas Copyright Information; Public Domain
date: June 1904
rights: Public Domain

1909-1924 UMC Staff, Rossville, Kansas
description: March 19, 1909 Rev. J. K. Miller has been assigned by the recent M. E. Conference to the pastorate of the Rossville church. May 15, 1924 The Methodist people have had a number of improvements made at the parsonage occupied by the Rev. Albin family, including papering on some of the rooms and revarnishing the woodwork and floors. Mr. D. W. Yocum did the work. January 1919 The new officers of the M. E. Sunday school are: C.E. Gresser, Supt; Chas. Sebring, Asst. Supt; Leslie Griswold, Sec; Clara VanVleck, Asst. Sec ; Joe Barney, Treas ; Gladys Eversole, organist; Vida Reser,librarian ; Nora Stamp asst. librarian; Mrs. VanVleck, supt. primary department.
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas This work is copyrighted; the copyright holder has granted permission for this item to be used by the Rossville Community Library. This permission does not extend to third parties.
date: 1909, 1919, 1924
rights: Public Domain

1914 Missionary Meetings/Sunday School, Rossville, Kansas
description: January 15, 1914 The neighbors and friends of Rev. and Mrs. Pontius brought well filled baskets and spent one day this week at the parsonage. All report a fine time. Those present to enjoy the occasion were Mrs. McCollough, Mrs. Arvilla Sebring, Mrs. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. James, Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Graham, M. E. Myers and wife, C. Startup and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Wilshire, L. F. Page and wife, Bert Heslet and wife, J. E. Taylor and wife and I. M. Franklin and wife. Social Way April 30, 1914 The following were the officers elected in the Missionary Federation at the home of Mrs. Blakeney, recently: President; Mrs. Hedges; 1st vice President; Mrs. VanVleck; 2nd Vice President; Mrs. Attebury; Secretary; Mrs. W. Hook; treasurer, Mrs. Bessie Hawks. The next meeting is subject to the call of the president. Bessie Hawks, Sec. Pro Tem. May 7, 1914 Mrs. Chatfield was the victim of a very pleasant surprise Monday evening when her Sunday school class walked in and proceeded to show her a good time. Mrs. Chatfield has been very popular with her pupils and on the eve of her leaving for Iowa wished to meet with her once more. Mrs. Chatfield was presented with a cut glass condiment dish. Those present were, Netta Startup, the Misses Trostle, Mrs. Wilson, Golda Hook, Esther Pratt, Clare Miller, Miss. Weible and the Misses Kessler. UNION MISSIONARY MEETING May 8, 1914 Voluntary—Winona Van Vleck Song by congregation Devotional Exercises conducted by Mrs. H. L. Hedges. Song by congregation Paper, "Our Work for the World" Mrs. H. Binns. Discussion—Mrs. Nelson. Mrs. J. Miller, Mrs. L. P. Hartzell. Paper, "Missionary Work in Alaska,"—Mrs. John Wilt, Discussion-- -Mrs. Harry Miller, Mrs. Pratt, Mrs. Mitchner. Paper, "Our work for the world," Mrs. C. E. Cless. Discussion—Mrs. Rankins, Mrs. Navarre, Mrs. Stanley. Reading......... Mary Van Vleck Piano Solo.......May Bradley Vocal solo..... Mrs. McCoy Benediction - The singing will be in charge of Mrs. J. R. Wilt. June 18, 1914 Childrens Day …
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas Copyright Information; Public Domain
date: 1914
rights: Public Domain

1914 Sale of Baptist Church/Church Schedules, Rossville, Kansas
description: Baptist Church Sold June 11, 1914 The call for bids by the Rev. D. D. Proper of Omaha as published in the Reporter in May, resulted in the property being sold to Lester Parr and O. Goyette who pooled their interests and submitted a bid. The boys did not care to state the price paid but we understand the property was secured at a bargain. Two lots and the building were offered for sale. The Baptist church was the first church erected in Rossville and the Rev. Mayer was the first minister. It was largely through his work the building was erected. Years ago the building was mortgaged to build a small addition for use of the Sunday school and the decreasing number of the members made it impossible to pay off its indebtedness. Several months ago the mortgage was foreclosed and the property immediately put on the market for sale by Rev. D. D. Proper, Supt of Church Edifice Work, a division of the church which held the mortgage. October 8, 1914 Tom Nealis has had several men at work this week dismantling the old Baptist church building. Mr. Nealis will use the best of the lumber in erecting a house on his farm west of Rossville. November 12, 1914 The bell from the old Baptist church was shipped yesterday to A. S. Neil, of Windom, Kansas, to be placed on a church in that city. June 11, 1914 Rev. J. T. Crawford, of Parsons Kansas was here Monday looking after business in connection with the sale of the old Baptist church. The bell and the pulpit and pews will be stored here until they are disposed of. May 1914 Legal notice was printed for sealed bids for the Baptist Church property, two lots and building, in Rossville. METHODIST CHURCH On Sunday, Feb. 15, the 4th Quarterly Meeting for the Rossville M. E. church will be held. Rev. T. J. Ream, district superintendent will preach at 7:30 p. m. The quarterly conference will be held Monday, Feb., 16. All are cordially invited. Preaching services Sunday at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday school at 10 a. m. Junior League at 3 p. m. …
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas Copyright Information; Public Domain
date: 1914
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1914-02-12 For Church Federation, part 1, Rossville, Kansas
description: The Rossville Reporter An Independent Newspaper Published Every Friday at Rossville, Shawnee County, Kansas. PETER NAVARRE Editor and Owner TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. By mail, to any address, one year $1.00 strictly in advance. Entered as second-class matter; June 5, 1905. at the post office at Rossville, Kansas, under the Act of Congress of March 3. 1879. This General OFFICES New York AND CHICAGO BranCHES IN ALL THE PRINCIPAL CITIES THURSDAY, FEB 12, 1914 POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR COMMISSIONER I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the Republican nomination as commissioner for the Third district, subject to the Primary election, of August 4, 1914. SAM MARTIN For Church Federation One of the most important movements for the welfare of the church life of Rossville in the history of the town will be passed upon next Sunday when three of the churches will bring before their membership a proposition for federating. The churches in the movement are the Presbyterian, Methodist and Christian churches. Only one of the churches—the Presbyterian—has a resident minister. The Methodist pulpit being filled by Rev. Youngman, of Topeka who is filling out the unexpired term of Rev. Gould. Although the movement is solely for the members of those churches to decide for themselves, there are many people of Rossville deeply interested in the movement and believe that christian work in this city can be greatly benefited by having one big strong church instead of two or three struggling organizations. The Reporter prints below the articles of Federation as they will be presented to the church people to adopt. The movement of course, must have the approval of the Presbytery, the Conference and the Christian Association after being accepted by the membership of the three churches. NAME—-The name of this movement shall be the Federated church of Rossville, Kansas. PURPOSE—The purpose is to assist in the unifying of the Christian forces of Rossville; to promote the religious interests of …
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas Copyright Information; Public Domain
date: February 12, 1914
rights: Public Domain

1914-02-12 For Church Federation, part 2, Rossville, Kansas
description: February 12, 1914 continued: keep an accurate account and pay the same to the cause or institution to which it belongs. Duties of the Board of Managers —The management and control of the property of the federated churches shall be in the hands of the board of managers, but before they shall make any permanent change in the property, or any of it they shall secure the consent of the particular church owning such property. It shall be the duty of the board of managers to secure a pastor, leaving the question of his final call, however, to the combined membership of the federated church, to receive and disburse all moneys, insure and repair all properties belonging to the federating churches and perform such other services as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this federation. Dissolution of the Federation— Any one of the churches adopting this plan shall be at liberty to withdraw from the federation and resume separate services at any time it may desire. Decide on Federation Sunday March 5, 1914 The movement for federation among two of the churches of Rossville will be decided next Sunday when a vote will be taken to adopt the revised articles of federation. The vote taken at the Christian church three weeks ago resulted in a defeat for the movement by one vote. The Presbyterian church has culled a congregational meeting for next Sunday after the morning service when final decision will be made. At the Methodist church final action will be taken on whether or not the articles are adopted. If the measure carries a board of managers will be elected. The Seven Churches of Lonelyville April 30, 1914 From the Ladies Home Journal A family which should try to keep seven servants on an income of fifteen hundred dollars would be a foolish family. It would be improvident housekeeping. It could be done only under conditions which would make it possible to get servants on small wages. If a family is able to have a man do the work in the cellar, and a cook to prepare th…
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas Copyright Information; Public Domain
date: February 12, 1914
rights: Public Domain

1914-1917 UMC Programs/events, Rossville, Kansas
description: Sunday School Picnic June 11, 1914 Members of the M. E Sunday school and their friends to the number of nearly one hundred enjoyed a days outing and picnic yesterday in the Mulvane grove across the road from the old Du Clause place west of Rossville. Two hay racks and the autos of G.E. Gresser, Charles Fritz, Dr. Pratt and Morris Bond conveyed the crowd to the grove. Plenty of swings, games and refreshments were provided and the old folks who attended were feeling as happy and contented on the return as were the children. The day was so pleasantly spent that the Methodist people plan to have another outing some time next month. September 2, 1914 Last Sunday closed the contest between two teams in the Methodist Sunday school, resulting in a victory for the "Blue" team under command of Dave Yocum. The other team, the "Reds" was captained by Miss Nona VanVleck. The contest has been going on for several months and the attendance at Sunday school and church has made a wonderful growth under the stimulous of the rivalry between the contestants. Last Sunday being the close drew the largest attendance when 140 people went to Sunday school. The losers are to entertain the winners soon with a spread of some kind. June 11, 1914 Children's Day Programe The following programe will be given at the M. E. church, Sunday morning June 14. Voluntary Opening chorus—'"Beautiful Childrens Day"—By primary Sunday school. Anthem - Baptismal services, for all children “A Prayer for Baby"— Naoma Yocum Song by school Address of welcome, Gladys Eversole. Recitation—"It is Childrens Day" Arlena Ward Song by school Exercise, "God is Love” Primary Class Recitation, ' In Glad June Days" Orville Strimple Motion Song, "Little Birds of Springtime"—Primary class. Recitation, "Boy of the Bible" John Lewis Exercises, "Little Rainbow Children" Primary Class Song, "0 Childrens Day" Girls class Recitation, George Boock Song by school January 11, 1917 "A Perplexing Situation" is the title of a play at the M.…
creator: The Rossville Reporter, Rossville, Kansas
date: 1914, 1917
rights: Public Domain