A brief history of the Phend-Fisher Family Reunions can be found in the post The first Saturday in August
This index has been created to make it easier to locate entries for specific years.
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Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger Index
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1942-1943)
The 33d Annual reunion of the Phend family was held at Nappanee Community Park Aug 30, 1942 with 32 in attendance. Also two Visitors Mr. & Mrs. W. O. Yarian of Toledo Ohio.
A Very good dinner was served which was enjoyed very much by all present.
Meeting called to order by president Henry Phend.
Motion made & 2d that Henry Phend remain as President
Fred Ernest V. President
Sec & Treasurer Virginia Phend, Larwill Ind
Balance of $1.40 from last year
Paid .25 Postage
leaving Bal $1.15
Motion Made & 2d that reunion be held at the same time & Same Place. Last Sun in Aug. Motion carried.
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Collection today 2.85
Bal last year 1.15
Total 4.00
Paid for Pavillion 2.50
Bal 1.50
Births
To Josephene Poyser, daughter Sharon Rose
Deaths
Marriages - 1942
Betty Phend to LaMarr Stouder
Dean Ernest to Doris Mansfield
Elizabeth Phend to Charles Young
Mabel Phend to Harry Swiehart
Kohl Miller to [Dorothy Anderson]
[page 3 - marriages, continued]
Anna Mae [Thornton] & Martin Miller
Richard Thornton & Janice Roper
Minutes read, approved & signed.
F A Wehrly sec & Treas.
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Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1943)
1943. No Reunion.
Balance last year $1.50
Cards .08
Bal. 1.42
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The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post. This is the last post in this series.
It would be 9 more years before the Phend Family Reunions resumed. On August 28, 1952 a family gathering was held in honor of Henry and Susie (Yarian) Phend on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary and the gatherings have continued annually since. You can read more about these reunions in my post titled The first Saturday in August.
A Very good dinner was served which was enjoyed very much by all present.
Meeting called to order by president Henry Phend.
Motion made & 2d that Henry Phend remain as President
Fred Ernest V. President
Sec & Treasurer Virginia Phend, Larwill Ind
Balance of $1.40 from last year
Paid .25 Postage
leaving Bal $1.15
Motion Made & 2d that reunion be held at the same time & Same Place. Last Sun in Aug. Motion carried.
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Collection today 2.85
Bal last year 1.15
Total 4.00
Paid for Pavillion 2.50
Bal 1.50
Births
To Josephene Poyser, daughter Sharon Rose
Deaths
Marriages - 1942
Betty Phend to LaMarr Stouder
Dean Ernest to Doris Mansfield
Elizabeth Phend to Charles Young
Mabel Phend to Harry Swiehart
Kohl Miller to [Dorothy Anderson]
[page 3 - marriages, continued]
Anna Mae [Thornton] & Martin Miller
Richard Thornton & Janice Roper
Minutes read, approved & signed.
F A Wehrly sec & Treas.
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Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1943)
1943. No Reunion.
Balance last year $1.50
Cards .08
Bal. 1.42
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The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post. This is the last post in this series.
It would be 9 more years before the Phend Family Reunions resumed. On August 28, 1952 a family gathering was held in honor of Henry and Susie (Yarian) Phend on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary and the gatherings have continued annually since. You can read more about these reunions in my post titled The first Saturday in August.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1941)
August 31 - 1941
The 32d Annual reunion of the Phend family was held at Nappanee Community Park Aug 31st 1941 with 47 present. The dinner was served at noon a little late but nevertheless seemed to be enjoyed by all.
The meeting or reunion of 1940 was cancelled on account of Infantile Paralys.
Business session then called to order by the Pres. Henry Phend
Officers elected for the ensuing year as follows
Pres Henry Phend
V. Pres Fred Ernest
Sec & Treas F. A. Wehrly
Motion made & 2d that the reunion be held at the same place next year, on the 4th Sun of August
Motion made & 2d that the present Pres. Be retained
Motion made & 2d that the present Sec & Treas be retained.
[page 2]
Motion made & 2d that Fred Ernest be V. Pres. Motion carried.
Motion made & 2d that Evelyn act as chairman of the entertainment committee.
Balance on hand $1.11
Coll 4.40
[balance] 5.57
Expenses last year 1.11
Expenses for park 1.00
Bal of 3.40
Ice Cream 2.00
Bal $1.40
Arrangements made for the use of South End of Pavillion for 1942 the sum of $2.50 for Pavillion.
Marriages for 1939 & 1940, 1941
Madeline Phend & John R. Walters
Josephine Phend & Lowell Poyser
Richard Ernest & Priscilla Kelley
Warren Pletcher & June Bosse
Robert Thornton & Lio Zman [Leona Zeman]
Harry Pletcher & Ruth Lyons
George Ernest & Florence Stickel
[page 3]
Births.
Judith & Sally [to] Mr & Mrs Donald Phend
Jerry Lee - to Mr & Mrs Lowell Poyser
Patsy Kay - to Mr & Mrs George Ernest
Judith Ann - to Mr & Mrs Guy Phend
June Ellen - to Mr & Mrs R. O. Bechtel
Edith Patrice - to Mr & Mrs H. L. Wehrly
Deaths.
Lulu Allen and Scott Allen - 1940
Wm Phend July 25 - 1941
A general good visit was had by all and some enjoyed a couple games and the small children had a good time on the slides & rides after which Ice Cream was served. All started for home seeming well pleased with the day well spent.
F. A. Wehrly Sec. & Treas.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
The 32d Annual reunion of the Phend family was held at Nappanee Community Park Aug 31st 1941 with 47 present. The dinner was served at noon a little late but nevertheless seemed to be enjoyed by all.
The meeting or reunion of 1940 was cancelled on account of Infantile Paralys.
Business session then called to order by the Pres. Henry Phend
Officers elected for the ensuing year as follows
Pres Henry Phend
V. Pres Fred Ernest
Sec & Treas F. A. Wehrly
Motion made & 2d that the reunion be held at the same place next year, on the 4th Sun of August
Motion made & 2d that the present Pres. Be retained
Motion made & 2d that the present Sec & Treas be retained.
[page 2]
Motion made & 2d that Fred Ernest be V. Pres. Motion carried.
Motion made & 2d that Evelyn act as chairman of the entertainment committee.
Balance on hand $1.11
Coll 4.40
[balance] 5.57
Expenses last year 1.11
Expenses for park 1.00
Bal of 3.40
Ice Cream 2.00
Bal $1.40
Arrangements made for the use of South End of Pavillion for 1942 the sum of $2.50 for Pavillion.
Marriages for 1939 & 1940, 1941
Madeline Phend & John R. Walters
Josephine Phend & Lowell Poyser
Richard Ernest & Priscilla Kelley
Warren Pletcher & June Bosse
Robert Thornton & Lio Zman [Leona Zeman]
Harry Pletcher & Ruth Lyons
George Ernest & Florence Stickel
[page 3]
Births.
Judith & Sally [to] Mr & Mrs Donald Phend
Jerry Lee - to Mr & Mrs Lowell Poyser
Patsy Kay - to Mr & Mrs George Ernest
Judith Ann - to Mr & Mrs Guy Phend
June Ellen - to Mr & Mrs R. O. Bechtel
Edith Patrice - to Mr & Mrs H. L. Wehrly
Deaths.
Lulu Allen and Scott Allen - 1940
Wm Phend July 25 - 1941
A general good visit was had by all and some enjoyed a couple games and the small children had a good time on the slides & rides after which Ice Cream was served. All started for home seeming well pleased with the day well spent.
F. A. Wehrly Sec. & Treas.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1940)
31st Aug 1940
This reunion was cancelled due to the infantile paralysis epidemic present in the northern section of this state.
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The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1939)
The 30th annual reunion of the Phend family was held at the Nappanee Community park sun. Aug 27 - 1939
There were 46 present all seemed to enjoy the dinner very much.
Meeting called to order by president Henry Phend.
Election of officers was then in order. Motion made & 2d that the same president be retained for the next year. Motion carried. Motion made and 2d that F. A. Wehrly act as Sec & Treas. Motion carried.
Motion made & 2d that Rob't & Evelyn Bechtel act as entertainment comm..
Coll[ection] was then taken amounting to
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Coll $3.11
Bal of .87
[balance] 3.98
Park fee 2.60
Sec exp. .87
Bal. 1.11
There being no further business, meeting then adj[ourned] until next year.
F. A. Wehrly S & T. Protem.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
There were 46 present all seemed to enjoy the dinner very much.
Meeting called to order by president Henry Phend.
Election of officers was then in order. Motion made & 2d that the same president be retained for the next year. Motion carried. Motion made and 2d that F. A. Wehrly act as Sec & Treas. Motion carried.
Motion made & 2d that Rob't & Evelyn Bechtel act as entertainment comm..
Coll[ection] was then taken amounting to
[page 2]
Coll $3.11
Bal of .87
[balance] 3.98
Park fee 2.60
Sec exp. .87
Bal. 1.11
There being no further business, meeting then adj[ourned] until next year.
F. A. Wehrly S & T. Protem.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1938)
The 29th annual reunion of the Phend family was held in the Nappanee community Park, August 28th 1938.Reunion will be held in Nappanee again next year.
A motion was made to retain same pres for another year. "Henry Phend"
Fred Ernest - Vice Pres.
Bob Bechtel - Sec'y Treas.
Mrs. Cecil Phend - Entertainment Com.
Reservation will be made for the pavilion for next year.
Bal on hand .87
Coll. 3.11
[balance] 3.98
Births this year
Judith Alice Phend daughter of Donald & Henretta
Total 3.98
Park fee 2.00
Notices .87
Bal. 1.11
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1937)
The 28th annual reunion of the Phend & Fisher families was held in the Nappanee Community Park, with 35 present.It was moved and seconded to retain the same President and Sec'y. Treas. (motion was carried)
Entertainment Com.
Anna May Thornton - It was decided to have the reunion at Nappanee again next year.
Birth reported -
Sharon Elaine Pletcher. Father Warren Pletcher.
1936 Bal .18
Collection 1.75
[balance] 1.93
Park fee 1.00
Bal - .93
Notices .93
[balance] .00
Signed
Bob Bechtel
Sec'y Treas.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1936)
The 27th Annual Phend & Fisher reunion was held at Nappanee Aug 30th 1936
It was moved and seconded to have the reunion at the same place next year.
Officers elected were
Pres. Henry Phend
Sec & Tr Bob Bechtel
1935 Bal 2.00
out for cards 1.60
[balance] .40
collection 2.28
[balance] 2.68
For Pavillion 2.50
Bal[ance] .18
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
It was moved and seconded to have the reunion at the same place next year.
Officers elected werePres. Henry Phend
Sec & Tr Bob Bechtel
1935 Bal 2.00
out for cards 1.60
[balance] .40
collection 2.28
[balance] 2.68
For Pavillion 2.50
Bal[ance] .18
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1935)
The 26th Anual Reunion of the Phend & fisher families was held at Nappanee Park in the Pavillion Sunday Aug. 25th 1935
The Presideing Officers were
President Henry Phend.
Vice President Reuben Pletcher
Sec. & Treas. Cecil Phend.
The day was a nice sunshine day. The noonday Prayer was offered by Reuben Pletcher. Then we all enjoyed a good dinner, after which the buissness meeting was called to order by the President Henry Phend.
A song was sung by the group. The Sec Report was read and Approved. Offisers elected for following year were.
Pres. Henry Phend.
Vice Pres. Will Phend.
Sect. & Treas. Reuben Pletcher
Enterainment committee Chairman Evelyn Werely Bechtol
Death Report.
John Earnest - Elkhart
Sam Rinkenberger - North Webster
James Shaw - Elkhart
[page 2]
The History of the Phend & Fisher families was given by Fred Earnest giving a compleat History traced back to Switzerland.
A Special talk was given by Henry Phend.
It was moved and second that we have the Reunion at the same place next year on the last Sunday of Aug.
Treasure report.
Expence cards 1.60
Parks Building 2.50
Bal. In treasure 2.17
Collection 3.93
[balance] $6.10
[expenses] 4.10
Bal on hand. $2.00
Closing song God be with you till we meet again.
Reuben Pletcher Sec & treas
Notes:
John Ernest died March 12, 1935. He was the husband of Sophia Phend Ernest.
I do not yet have a date of death for Sam Ringgenberg/Rinkenberger (son of Christian and Caroline Fisher Ringgenberg).
James Shaw died July 1, 1935. He was the husband of Sophia Ringgenberg Shaw (sister of Sam Ringgenberg).
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
The Presideing Officers were
President Henry Phend.
Vice President Reuben Pletcher
Sec. & Treas. Cecil Phend.
The day was a nice sunshine day. The noonday Prayer was offered by Reuben Pletcher. Then we all enjoyed a good dinner, after which the buissness meeting was called to order by the President Henry Phend.
A song was sung by the group. The Sec Report was read and Approved. Offisers elected for following year were.
Pres. Henry Phend.
Vice Pres. Will Phend.
Sect. & Treas. Reuben Pletcher
Enterainment committee Chairman Evelyn Werely Bechtol
Death Report.
John Earnest - Elkhart
Sam Rinkenberger - North Webster
James Shaw - Elkhart
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The History of the Phend & Fisher families was given by Fred Earnest giving a compleat History traced back to Switzerland.
A Special talk was given by Henry Phend.
It was moved and second that we have the Reunion at the same place next year on the last Sunday of Aug.
Treasure report.
Expence cards 1.60
Parks Building 2.50
Bal. In treasure 2.17
Collection 3.93
[balance] $6.10
[expenses] 4.10
Bal on hand. $2.00
Closing song God be with you till we meet again.
Reuben Pletcher Sec & treas
Notes:
John Ernest died March 12, 1935. He was the husband of Sophia Phend Ernest.
I do not yet have a date of death for Sam Ringgenberg/Rinkenberger (son of Christian and Caroline Fisher Ringgenberg).
James Shaw died July 1, 1935. He was the husband of Sophia Ringgenberg Shaw (sister of Sam Ringgenberg).
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Thursday, November 08, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1934)
25th Anual Reunion of Phend & Fisher Familys Sunday Aug 26, 1934
A fair cowd [crowd] gathered at the Nappannee park for the 25th Phend & Fisher reunion.
Prayer was offerd by John Earnest and the [then] every body enjoyed a good feed after which time was spent in a social visit.
The business meeting was called to order. Pres. Henry Phend. A song by the group after which Barton Thornton led in Prayer.
The Entertainment program as follows
Piano Solo Richard Thornton
Encore number "Honey"
Piano Duet Mrs Cecil Phend & Daughter Madylyn
Buisness meeting
Sec Report Read & approved
Officers elected for following year
Henry Phend Pres
Ruben Pletcher Vice Pres
Cecil Phend Sec & Treasure
[page 2]
Treasure Report
$2.17 Balance
1.60 Expences
.57 left in treasure
Entertainment Committee
Mrs Evelyn Werely Bechtold elected chairman
Moved that we have meeting held in building in Nappannee Park
Death report
Mrs Claude Poole - Mishawaka
Mrs Jacob Phend - Granger
Birth report
Shirley Ann Phend daughter of Mr. & Mrs Victor Phend
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
A fair cowd [crowd] gathered at the Nappannee park for the 25th Phend & Fisher reunion.
Prayer was offerd by John Earnest and the [then] every body enjoyed a good feed after which time was spent in a social visit.
The business meeting was called to order. Pres. Henry Phend. A song by the group after which Barton Thornton led in Prayer.
The Entertainment program as follows
Piano Solo Richard Thornton
Encore number "Honey"
Piano Duet Mrs Cecil Phend & Daughter Madylyn
Buisness meeting
Sec Report Read & approved
Officers elected for following year
Henry Phend Pres
Ruben Pletcher Vice Pres
Cecil Phend Sec & Treasure
[page 2]
Treasure Report
$2.17 Balance
1.60 Expences
.57 left in treasure
Entertainment Committee
Mrs Evelyn Werely Bechtold elected chairman
Moved that we have meeting held in building in Nappannee Park
Death report
Mrs Claude Poole - Mishawaka
Mrs Jacob Phend - Granger
Birth report
Shirley Ann Phend daughter of Mr. & Mrs Victor Phend
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1933)
Aug 28 - 1933
24th Anual reunion of Phend & Fisher Family was held at home of Henry Phend Aug 28 - 1933 Columbia City Ind
The Oficiers were
Pres Henry Phend
Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas. Cecil Phend
A basket dinner was enjoyed by all and after visiting for some time the business of the day was transacted
New officiers Elected were
Pres Henry Phend
Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas Cecil Phend
Sec. report was read and approved. The program committee presented the entertains for the after noon
Madyln Phend & Parents sang a song
[page 2]
Keith Phend gave several numbers on his guitar
Mrs Cecil Phend and daughter rendered organ duet
Short talks were given by Rev McCoy & Henry Phend
Playlet was then given "Wife Wanted"
Money left in Treas after expences & Collection
$3.42 in Treasure
1.75 Expences for Cards
1.50 [left in treasury]
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
24th Anual reunion of Phend & Fisher Family was held at home of Henry Phend Aug 28 - 1933 Columbia City Ind
The Oficiers were
Pres Henry Phend
Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas. Cecil Phend
A basket dinner was enjoyed by all and after visiting for some time the business of the day was transacted
New officiers Elected were
Pres Henry Phend
Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas Cecil Phend
Sec. report was read and approved. The program committee presented the entertains for the after noon
Madyln Phend & Parents sang a song
[page 2]
Keith Phend gave several numbers on his guitar
Mrs Cecil Phend and daughter rendered organ duet
Short talks were given by Rev McCoy & Henry Phend
Playlet was then given "Wife Wanted"
Money left in Treas after expences & Collection
$3.42 in Treasure
1.75 Expences for Cards
1.50 [left in treasury]
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Friday, November 02, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1932)
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23rd Annual Phend and Fisher Reunion held at John Earnest home near Sugar Grove Goshen, Ind. Aug 28, 1932
The presiding officers were
President Claude Poole
Vice Pres Ruben Pletcher
Sec & Treas Cecil Phend
Death & Birth Reporter
Mrs Barton Thornton
Entertainment Committee
Fred Earnest Chairman
Mr Cecil Phend
Mrs Cecil Phend
Mr Russell Phend
Mr Barton Thornton
The day was dark and dreary and so the meal was served in Uncle John Earnest home, every one had all they could hold. Pres. Claude Poole ask that we sing Dixology and then Ruben Pletcher ask blessing before we ate. After a social good time the meeting was called to order at the Sugar Grove Church by Pres Claude Poole. A groupe song was sung.
[page 2]
Report of last Reunino was Read and approved. It was moved and seconed to have 1933 reunion at H. A. Phends - Columbia City Ind.
Entertianments
Short talks were given by Mrs John Earnest on first Phend Reunion
Mrs Barton Thornton reads the Phend & Fisher year newspaper which was rather shocking to many
a piano and vocal duet by Mrs Cecil Phend & Daughter and Mrs Victor Phend
a Piano duet by Richard & Anna May Thornton
a talk by H A Phend on Reunion
a talk by Fred Earnest on Honesty
Presents were given to
Mrs John Earnest oldest lady
Mr James Shaw oldest man
Ruben Pletchers Son youngest boy
Paul Phends daughter youngest girl
John Earnest Bald headest man
Henry Phend Largest family
Letter from Howard Phend
[page 3]
Financial Report 1932
In Treasure 4.35
Payed out for Cards 1.90
Coffee sugar Ect 1.58
Total expence 3.48
Balance on Hand .87
Collection 2.30
[balance on hand] .87
[new total] $3.17
Birth and Death Record By Mrs Bartan Thornton
John Phend. Son of Grandfather
Jacob Phend & Wife
Died Nov 1931 age 83.
[editor's note: John Phend died December 10, 1931. His third wife , Eliza Ann Shorb Sponhauer, died January 14, 1931. Jacob J Phend had died in 1929 and his second wife was still living in 1931 so I don't know what Uncle Cecil meant by listing "Jacob Phend & wife" in the deaths.]
Dela [Della] Phend Senniff [Senff] age 56 Died April 1932. Daughter of uncle John Phend & wife.
Born to
Paul Phend & Wife a girl, June Joan Phend
New Officers Elected for 1933
Pres H. A. Phend
Vice Pres Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas. Cecil Phend
Entertainment
Chairman Fred Earnest
Mr Barton Thornton
Cecil Phend
[page 4]
Birth & Death Reporter
Mrs Katherine Pletcher
A congregational Son was sung and the meet was dismissed.
Cecil Phend Sec.
Ballance 3.17
Cost of Cards 1.70
In Treasure 1.47
Collection 1.95
[total] 3.42
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Elkhart County, Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
23rd Annual Phend and Fisher Reunion held at John Earnest home near Sugar Grove Goshen, Ind. Aug 28, 1932
The presiding officers were
President Claude Poole
Vice Pres Ruben Pletcher
Sec & Treas Cecil Phend
Death & Birth Reporter
Mrs Barton Thornton
Entertainment Committee
Fred Earnest Chairman
Mr Cecil Phend
Mrs Cecil Phend
Mr Russell Phend
Mr Barton Thornton
The day was dark and dreary and so the meal was served in Uncle John Earnest home, every one had all they could hold. Pres. Claude Poole ask that we sing Dixology and then Ruben Pletcher ask blessing before we ate. After a social good time the meeting was called to order at the Sugar Grove Church by Pres Claude Poole. A groupe song was sung.
[page 2]
Report of last Reunino was Read and approved. It was moved and seconed to have 1933 reunion at H. A. Phends - Columbia City Ind.
Entertianments
Short talks were given by Mrs John Earnest on first Phend Reunion
Mrs Barton Thornton reads the Phend & Fisher year newspaper which was rather shocking to many
a piano and vocal duet by Mrs Cecil Phend & Daughter and Mrs Victor Phend
a Piano duet by Richard & Anna May Thornton
a talk by H A Phend on Reunion
a talk by Fred Earnest on Honesty
Presents were given to
Mrs John Earnest oldest lady
Mr James Shaw oldest man
Ruben Pletchers Son youngest boy
Paul Phends daughter youngest girl
John Earnest Bald headest man
Henry Phend Largest family
Letter from Howard Phend
[page 3]
Financial Report 1932
In Treasure 4.35
Payed out for Cards 1.90
Coffee sugar Ect 1.58
Total expence 3.48
Balance on Hand .87
Collection 2.30
[balance on hand] .87
[new total] $3.17
Birth and Death Record By Mrs Bartan Thornton
John Phend. Son of Grandfather
Jacob Phend & Wife
Died Nov 1931 age 83.
[editor's note: John Phend died December 10, 1931. His third wife , Eliza Ann Shorb Sponhauer, died January 14, 1931. Jacob J Phend had died in 1929 and his second wife was still living in 1931 so I don't know what Uncle Cecil meant by listing "Jacob Phend & wife" in the deaths.]
Dela [Della] Phend Senniff [Senff] age 56 Died April 1932. Daughter of uncle John Phend & wife.
Born to
Paul Phend & Wife a girl, June Joan Phend
New Officers Elected for 1933
Pres H. A. Phend
Vice Pres Mrs James Shaw
Sec & Treas. Cecil Phend
Entertainment
Chairman Fred Earnest
Mr Barton Thornton
Cecil Phend
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Birth & Death Reporter
Mrs Katherine Pletcher
A congregational Son was sung and the meet was dismissed.
Cecil Phend Sec.
Ballance 3.17
Cost of Cards 1.70
In Treasure 1.47
Collection 1.95
[total] 3.42
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Elkhart County, Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1931)
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Aug 30 - 1931
The 22 second anual Reunion of The Phend - Fisher familys was held at Elkhart Ind at McNaughton Park Aug 30 - 1931
The meeting was called to order by Pres. Henry A Phend with an opening Prayer by John Ernest after which several talks were given.
The buisness of the day was then taken up with election of officers as follows.
Mr. Claude Pool President
Mr. Ruben Pletcher Vict Pres.
Cecil Phend Sec & Treas.
- - Entertainment Committe - -
Fred Ernest Chairman
Mr. Cecil Phend
Mrs. Cecil Phend
Mr. Russel Phend
Mr. Barton Thornton
It was then voted to have next Reunion at John Ernest Home close to Sugar Grove Church for next meeting Place. to be held Last Sunday in Aug
It was the moved & Seconded that Mrs Barton Thornton
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should act as Birth & Death reporter again.
The minuits of the 1930 Reunion were read and approved correct by acting secretary Ruben Pletcher.
The financial report was as follows
Cash $4.05
Payed out 2.42
Balance $1.63
Collection 2.72
Turned over to Secrt Treas. $4.35
Deaths & Births as Reported by Mrs. Barton Thornton
To Mr & Mrs Lee & Bernice Phend Holderman a daughter Barbara Holderman
To Mr & Mrs Russell Phend a daughter Nancy Ann Phend
To Mr & Mrs Ruben & Surelda Phend Pletcher, a son Harrol Delbert Pletcher
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Deaths as reported by Mrs Barton Thornton - Reporter
In family of Mr & Mrs Harry Shaw. Their Daughter Miss Shirley Darline Shaw died Nov 3. 1930 age [34 years crossed out] infant.
In Family of Mr & Mrs Henry A Phend. Their daughter Mrs Gladyce Irene Phend Pressler united in marriage to Mr Ralph Pressler died July 4 - 1931 - age 34 years. No children were born to this marriage
In family of Mr & Mrs Painter daughter Miss Maud Painter Married to Charley McGown
[Their daughter crossed out] Mrs Maude McGown died Aug 1931 age 48 leaveing two children. Donabelle & Dorris
Cecil S Phend Sec & Treas
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Gladys Irene Phend was born August 8, 1896 in Nappanee, Indiana and was the daughter of Henry and Susie Yarian Phend. Gladys was married to Ralph Bryan Pressler on September 1, 1922 in Whitley County, Indiana. She died on July 4, 1931 of complications following surgery for appendicitis. Gladys was a sister of Cecil Phend (the secretary-treasurer for 1931).
Maud Painter was the daughter of William and Amelia (Herrold) Painter. She was born May 28, 1883 and died August 16, 1931 at her home in Niles, Michigan. Her marriage to Charles Thomas McGowan took place on July 1, 1905 in Elkhart County, Indiana. Maud and Charles had three daughters, Laura (Mrs. James Huff), Doris (Mrs. Arthur Dickey), and Donnabelle McGowan (still living at home in 1931).
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. The Phend Family Reunions were resumed in 1952 and have been held annualy since then. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Aug 30 - 1931
The 22 second anual Reunion of The Phend - Fisher familys was held at Elkhart Ind at McNaughton Park Aug 30 - 1931
The meeting was called to order by Pres. Henry A Phend with an opening Prayer by John Ernest after which several talks were given.
The buisness of the day was then taken up with election of officers as follows.
Mr. Claude Pool President
Mr. Ruben Pletcher Vict Pres.
Cecil Phend Sec & Treas.
- - Entertainment Committe - -
Fred Ernest Chairman
Mr. Cecil Phend
Mrs. Cecil Phend
Mr. Russel Phend
Mr. Barton Thornton
It was then voted to have next Reunion at John Ernest Home close to Sugar Grove Church for next meeting Place. to be held Last Sunday in Aug
It was the moved & Seconded that Mrs Barton Thornton
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should act as Birth & Death reporter again.
The minuits of the 1930 Reunion were read and approved correct by acting secretary Ruben Pletcher.
The financial report was as follows
Cash $4.05
Payed out 2.42
Balance $1.63
Collection 2.72
Turned over to Secrt Treas. $4.35
Deaths & Births as Reported by Mrs. Barton Thornton
To Mr & Mrs Lee & Bernice Phend Holderman a daughter Barbara Holderman
To Mr & Mrs Russell Phend a daughter Nancy Ann Phend
To Mr & Mrs Ruben & Surelda Phend Pletcher, a son Harrol Delbert Pletcher
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Deaths as reported by Mrs Barton Thornton - Reporter
In family of Mr & Mrs Harry Shaw. Their Daughter Miss Shirley Darline Shaw died Nov 3. 1930 age [34 years crossed out] infant.
In Family of Mr & Mrs Henry A Phend. Their daughter Mrs Gladyce Irene Phend Pressler united in marriage to Mr Ralph Pressler died July 4 - 1931 - age 34 years. No children were born to this marriage
In family of Mr & Mrs Painter daughter Miss Maud Painter Married to Charley McGown
[Their daughter crossed out] Mrs Maude McGown died Aug 1931 age 48 leaveing two children. Donabelle & Dorris
Cecil S Phend Sec & Treas
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Gladys Irene Phend was born August 8, 1896 in Nappanee, Indiana and was the daughter of Henry and Susie Yarian Phend. Gladys was married to Ralph Bryan Pressler on September 1, 1922 in Whitley County, Indiana. She died on July 4, 1931 of complications following surgery for appendicitis. Gladys was a sister of Cecil Phend (the secretary-treasurer for 1931).
Maud Painter was the daughter of William and Amelia (Herrold) Painter. She was born May 28, 1883 and died August 16, 1931 at her home in Niles, Michigan. Her marriage to Charles Thomas McGowan took place on July 1, 1905 in Elkhart County, Indiana. Maud and Charles had three daughters, Laura (Mrs. James Huff), Doris (Mrs. Arthur Dickey), and Donnabelle McGowan (still living at home in 1931).
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in northern Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. The events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. The Phend Family Reunions were resumed in 1952 and have been held annualy since then. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1930)
The 21st Annual Reunion of the Phend Fisher families was held at Raymond Phends home north of Elkhart Sunday Aug 31st 1930
Dinner at noon followed by business session. The meeting was called to order by Harold Phend President. Sec. report was read and approved and bills allowed. It was voted upon to have a place committee to decide the place to meet next year 1931, Place committee was elected as follows.
Raymond Phend
Will Phend
Reuben Pletcher
Place committee to have power to chang[e] time from last Sunday of Aug; But suggested to keep time as near as possible to present time of reunion
Memorial report
J J Phend Oct 10th 1929 age 70
Chris Phend Sep 3rd 1929 [age] 78
Molly Phend April 8th 1930 [age] 77
James Phend [age] 10 mo.
Geraldine Lusher May 9th 1930 [age] 17
John Slear Jan 18th 1930 [age] 87
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Births.
Robert Eugene son of Paul Phend [still living, date omitted for posting although it is in the image]
William Henry son of Victor Phend [still living, date omitted for posting although it is in the image]
Election of officers
Pres. Henry Phend.
Vice. Pres. Will Phend.
Sec. & Treas. Reuben Pletcher.
Entertaining Committee, Barton Thornton chairman to appoint his own help.
Memorial and Birth reporter, Surelda Thornton
Treasury report.
Bal. On hand 6.31
Bills Presented 4.90 [balance] 1.41
Offering 2.64 [balance] 4.05
Program
Instrumental Solo - Mrs. Hartman
Reading - Mrs. Barton Thornton
Song - Paul and Harry Pletcher, Richard Thornton
Solo - Barton Thornton
Piano Solo - Richard Thornton
There were 65 members pres. Meeting was closed by President. After which a social time with games and contests were enjoyed.
Reuben Pletcher Sec.
Dinner at noon followed by business session. The meeting was called to order by Harold Phend President. Sec. report was read and approved and bills allowed. It was voted upon to have a place committee to decide the place to meet next year 1931, Place committee was elected as follows.
Raymond Phend
Will Phend
Reuben Pletcher
Place committee to have power to chang[e] time from last Sunday of Aug; But suggested to keep time as near as possible to present time of reunion
Memorial report
J J Phend Oct 10th 1929 age 70
Chris Phend Sep 3rd 1929 [age] 78
Molly Phend April 8th 1930 [age] 77
James Phend [age] 10 mo.
Geraldine Lusher May 9th 1930 [age] 17
John Slear Jan 18th 1930 [age] 87
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Births.
Robert Eugene son of Paul Phend [still living, date omitted for posting although it is in the image]
William Henry son of Victor Phend [still living, date omitted for posting although it is in the image]
Election of officers
Pres. Henry Phend.
Vice. Pres. Will Phend.
Sec. & Treas. Reuben Pletcher.
Entertaining Committee, Barton Thornton chairman to appoint his own help.
Memorial and Birth reporter, Surelda Thornton
Treasury report.
Bal. On hand 6.31
Bills Presented 4.90 [balance] 1.41
Offering 2.64 [balance] 4.05
Program
Instrumental Solo - Mrs. Hartman
Reading - Mrs. Barton Thornton
Song - Paul and Harry Pletcher, Richard Thornton
Solo - Barton Thornton
Piano Solo - Richard Thornton
There were 65 members pres. Meeting was closed by President. After which a social time with games and contests were enjoyed.
Reuben Pletcher Sec.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1929)
The 20th Annual Reunion of the Phend Fisher families was held at McNaughton Park Sun Aug 30th 1929.Dinner at noon followed by business session. The meeting was called to order by Harold Phend vice President in the absense of Claud Poole, President, who was unable to be present.
Secretary's report was read and approved and bills allowed. After a great deal of discussion it was decided to have the date of next meeting the last Sunday in August as heretofore and committees were chosen.
Entertainment
Barton Thornton Chr.
Goldie Gerrard
Ruth Phend.
Arrangement
Mrs. Ed. Phend Chr.
Acquainted
Mrs. John Ernest.
Because of general dissatisfaction with
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McNaughton Park as a place of meeting it was voted to have the
next reunion at the home of R. H. Phend and all were urged to come and bring their families. The attendance was the smallest in years, being 61.Flowers were sent to Christian Phend of Nappanee and to Jacob Phend of near Granger both of whom were seriously ill. Fred Ernest was asked to bring the Family Tree up to date and present it again next year.
Officers Elected
President Harold Phend
Vice President Reuben Pletcher
Treasurer John Ernest
Secretary Raymond Phend
Meeting was closed by President and general visiting and games began.
R. H. Phend, Sec.
Monday, October 22, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1928)
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1928)
The 19th Family Reunion of the Phend - Fisher Families was held on Sunday Aug. 26th at McNaughton Park.
The time before dinner was spent in getting acquainted and greeting old friends. At noon all gathered around the table and after grace, pronounced by Rev. Oberholser, all began eating and talking.
After dinner a meeting was called by the President Claude Poole, and following officers elected.
President Claude Poole
Vice President Harold Phend
Sec. R. H. Phend
Treasurer John Ernest.
Memorial Committee Surelda Thornton
Arrangement Com.
J. J. Phend
Fred Ernest
Iva Wherley
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Entertainment Committee
Fred Ernest, Chairman to elect two others to serve with him.
It was voted to hold the next meeting the last Sunday in August the place to be decided later by the Arrangement Committee.
We were then favored with two duets by Rev. & Mrs. Oberholser and a duet by Mrs. John Ernest and Mrs. Shaw. Fred Ernest then presented the Family Tree in a very interesting manner and the meeting was then closed with a prayer.
R. H. Phend, Sec.
The Attendence was 75.
[in a different handwriting] Births
Virginia Rose Phend Daughter of Victor Phend.
The 19th Family Reunion of the Phend - Fisher Families was held on Sunday Aug. 26th at McNaughton Park.
The time before dinner was spent in getting acquainted and greeting old friends. At noon all gathered around the table and after grace, pronounced by Rev. Oberholser, all began eating and talking.
After dinner a meeting was called by the President Claude Poole, and following officers elected.
President Claude Poole
Vice President Harold Phend
Sec. R. H. Phend
Treasurer John Ernest.
Memorial Committee Surelda Thornton
Arrangement Com.
J. J. Phend
Fred Ernest
Iva Wherley
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Entertainment Committee
Fred Ernest, Chairman to elect two others to serve with him.
It was voted to hold the next meeting the last Sunday in August the place to be decided later by the Arrangement Committee.
We were then favored with two duets by Rev. & Mrs. Oberholser and a duet by Mrs. John Ernest and Mrs. Shaw. Fred Ernest then presented the Family Tree in a very interesting manner and the meeting was then closed with a prayer.
R. H. Phend, Sec.
The Attendence was 75.
[in a different handwriting] Births
Virginia Rose Phend Daughter of Victor Phend.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1927)
The Phend - Fisher family reunion was held at McNaughton Park Aug 26-1927.The time before dinner was spent socially. At 12:30 all gathered around the table and prayer was offered by Rev. Oberholser after which every one got busy eating and talking.
After dinner the President called us to order for a short business session. The Sec'y report was read after which we were favored with two solo's by Mary Poole. Duet by Rev. and Mrs. Oberholser and a reading by Rev. Oberholser.
The officers elected for the ensuing year were.
President, Claud Poole
Vice Pres. Will Phend
Sec'y. Raymond Phend
Treas. John Ernest.
Programe Com.
Iva Wherley & Katherine Pletcher.
Memorial Com.
Surelda Thornton
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Publicity & Family Tree
Fred Ernest.
Com. On Arrangement.
Grace Vassmere, Goldie Lynch.
There were 91 present.
Ed Phend
Sec'y.
P.S. It was voted to hold the next annual reunion at McNaughton Park, Elkhart, Ind. on the last Sunday in August.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1926)
17th Reunion of.
The Phend - Fisher family reunion was held Sunday Aug 29 - 1926 at McNaughton Park Elkhart, Ind.
The time before dinner was spent socially. After all had gathered around the table, prayer was offered by John Phend.
A short business meeting was held in the afternoon, meeting being called to order by the President, Sam Ringenberger.
The following officers were elected. Sam Ringenberg, President
Wm. Phend Vice President
Ed. Phend, Sec'y.
John Ernest, treasure
The following committee were appointed
Memorial Com.
Bertha Poole
Sophia Ernest
Program Com.
Iva Wherley
Katharine Pletcher
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Arrangements.
Grace Vassmer.
Publicity Com.
Fred Ernest.
A short talk was given by Della Senff of Ladysmith, Wisconsin.
Duet was sung by Mrs. John Ernest and Mrs. Shaw.
A collection was taken amounting to $4.80.
$1.95 was paid to sec'y for cards, postage and telephone calls.
34¢ to John Ernest for paper.
91 was reported present, the largest number for some time. It was noted to hold the reunions each year the first Sunday after the 25 of Aug. at McNaughton Park, Elkhart.
Secy was instructed to write a letter of sympathy to Mr. C. D. Phend who was sick and could not be present.
Secy.Ed Phend
The Phend - Fisher family reunion was held Sunday Aug 29 - 1926 at McNaughton Park Elkhart, Ind.
The time before dinner was spent socially. After all had gathered around the table, prayer was offered by John Phend.
A short business meeting was held in the afternoon, meeting being called to order by the President, Sam Ringenberger.
The following officers were elected. Sam Ringenberg, President
Wm. Phend Vice President
Ed. Phend, Sec'y.
John Ernest, treasure
The following committee were appointed
Memorial Com.
Bertha Poole
Sophia Ernest
Program Com.
Iva Wherley
Katharine Pletcher
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Arrangements.
Grace Vassmer.
Publicity Com.
Fred Ernest.
A short talk was given by Della Senff of Ladysmith, Wisconsin.
Duet was sung by Mrs. John Ernest and Mrs. Shaw.
A collection was taken amounting to $4.80.
$1.95 was paid to sec'y for cards, postage and telephone calls.
34¢ to John Ernest for paper.
91 was reported present, the largest number for some time. It was noted to hold the reunions each year the first Sunday after the 25 of Aug. at McNaughton Park, Elkhart.
Secy was instructed to write a letter of sympathy to Mr. C. D. Phend who was sick and could not be present.
Secy.Ed Phend
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1924-1925)
The fifteenth annual reunion of the Phend-Fisher families was held at East Side Park, Nappanee, Ind. Sep. 5 - 1924
64 members being present. After dinner was over, those who cared to attended the ball game. Same officers were retained for another year.
Ed. Phend
Sec'y
64 members being present. After dinner was over, those who cared to attended the ball game. Same officers were retained for another year.
Ed. Phend
Sec'y
The 16th annual reunion of the Phend - Fisher family was held at the home of John Rhodes, Nappanee, Aug. 28 - 1925.
65 being present.
The time before dinner was spent in a social way. After dinner a short programme was given by the McGowan sisters of Niles, Mich. A short business session was held. The following officers being elected
President, Sam Ringinberg
Secy. Ed. Phend
Treas John Ernest.
A collection of $2.55 was take[n]
1.50 paid to sec'y. cards & printing.
Place for next reunion was left for officers to decide.
Ed. Phend
65 being present.
The time before dinner was spent in a social way. After dinner a short programme was given by the McGowan sisters of Niles, Mich. A short business session was held. The following officers being elected
President, Sam Ringinberg
Secy. Ed. Phend
Treas John Ernest.
A collection of $2.55 was take[n]
1.50 paid to sec'y. cards & printing.
Place for next reunion was left for officers to decide.
Ed. Phend
Sec'y.
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Phend-Fisher Family Reunion Ledger (1923)
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The fourteenth annual reunion of the Phend - Fisher family was held at the home of Jacob Phend north-west of Elkhart on Sunday Sep 2, 1923.
There were 61 members and 5 friends present. The forenoon was spent in a social way. Rev. J. H. Held gave thanks before serving dinner. Prayer and interesting talk by Rev. Held preceding business session after dinner.
Officers elected.
Wm. Phend, Pres.
Ralph Ernest, V. Pres.
Reuben Pletcher, treas.
Ed Phend, Sec'y.
A committee was appointed by the president to secure date and place for the next reunion, consisting of
Fredrik Wherley
Will Phend
Fred Ernest
Music by Mrs. Ed Phend and La Mar. It was moved and seconded that Mr. and Mrs. John Waddels of
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Tippecanoe, Ind. should be recognized as members of the reunion. The[y] were unanimously elected as members.
Ice Cream was served before leaving for home. A collection was taken to defray expenses.
Fred ErnestSec'y.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Elkhart County, Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. Usually held at Nappanee, the events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.
The fourteenth annual reunion of the Phend - Fisher family was held at the home of Jacob Phend north-west of Elkhart on Sunday Sep 2, 1923.
There were 61 members and 5 friends present. The forenoon was spent in a social way. Rev. J. H. Held gave thanks before serving dinner. Prayer and interesting talk by Rev. Held preceding business session after dinner.
Officers elected.
Wm. Phend, Pres.
Ralph Ernest, V. Pres.
Reuben Pletcher, treas.
Ed Phend, Sec'y.
A committee was appointed by the president to secure date and place for the next reunion, consisting of
Fredrik Wherley
Will Phend
Fred Ernest
Music by Mrs. Ed Phend and La Mar. It was moved and seconded that Mr. and Mrs. John Waddels of
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Tippecanoe, Ind. should be recognized as members of the reunion. The[y] were unanimously elected as members.
Ice Cream was served before leaving for home. A collection was taken to defray expenses.
Fred ErnestSec'y.
The Phend-Fisher families gathered for a reunion in Elkhart County, Indiana almost annually from 1909 until 1943. Usually held at Nappanee, the events of the day were recorded in an old ledger book. Spelling has been retained as it was in the original though some punctuation and paragraph breaks have been added. To view all articles in this series click on the "Phend-Fisher Reunion Ledger" label at the bottom of this post.