Spirit of Democracy June 8, 1899 Sardis The many friends of Capt. John Hyer of the Steamer Jewel are delighted to know that the crisis is passed in his disease and that he is better. An early recovery of his health is hoped for. Fifteen or twenty members of the "Loyal Temperance Legion" passed a very successful examination last Saturday. The time of the commencement will be fixed in a few days. Prof. Fraley and Miss Edith Hofer both closed very successful terms of school last week. As a normal instructor Prof. Fraley stands at the head of the ranks. After spending a few weeks here with friends, Mrs. Millie Lydecker and three boys returned to Patterson, New Jersey, where they will make their future home. Mr. Flannegan and family of Wheeling are spending the summer here for the benefit of Mrs. Flannagan's health which is greatly improved. some of our citizens are talking of locating at Proctor. The oil excitement is at fever heat which induces them to go there. J. H. Bowen and two little grand daughters came up from St. Mary's and spent Sabbath with friends here. Mrs. Hattie Frey and daughter Flora are enjoying a trip to Cincinnati on the fine Steamer Key Stone State. Memorial Day and pension day have both been here and respectively interested many old soldiers. Mrs. Myra Roe has added a new story and other improvements to her property. E. W. Litton, delegate to Grand Lodge of K. of P. at Columbus, has returned. Rev. R. S. Strahl preached an excellent sermon Sabbath afternoon. Ed Martin has quit the Jackson Ridge oil field and returned home. L. Windland is treating his house to anew coat of paint. transcribed by Sara Richardson Kelly re: Richardson, Suter, Griffith, Nesbitt, Deiter