The Newton Press, Jasper Co IL July 27, 1887 (Submitted by Kim Torp)
Rev. David CLARK, D.D., of Sandwich, formerly of Dallas, Tex., has formally accepted a call to the First Presbyterian Church in Galena, and will enter upon his pastorate the second week in August.
Mr. Jacob KIGHTLINGER, an old gentleman well known in the northwestern part of the State, committed suicide a few days ago by shooting himself through the temple at the house of his son. The father and son had gotten into a dispute over some land, when the old man deliberately took his own life.
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John DOWLING, a wealthy and prominent citizen of Galena, died at St. Louis, a few days ago, where he had gone for medical treatment.
Marco Bastian is recovering from a broken ankle sustained when he fell from a ladder while painting.
John Gaulrapp 112 East Washignton St. announces the engagement of his daughter Lucille, who lives at Lena, to Charles Bastian of Galena. The wedding has been planned for October.
Alfred Childs was honored Thursday night on his 86th birthday by a dinner at the home of his daughter Mrs. Phillipa Swing. Among the guests were three friends and neighbors of Mr. Childs. J.P. Vincent, Albert Bastian and Edward Jeffery.
