Another St. Paul Picnic

June of 1899 saw a large picnic held in the grove behind the German Church in Chuckery (St. Paul).  Germany from Marysville, Hilliards, and Columbus assembled to dine in the woods.  Rev. Kueschle of the Settlement conducted services in the morning while Rev. Bruggerman of Hilliards conducted the afternoon and evening services.  $119.05 was raised in the collections.  A good time was had by all!

The Dellinger Threshing Crew

For many years, various members of the Dellinger (Doellinger) family ran several different threshing machines in and around Chuckery.  In June of 1899 it was announced that Fred Dellinger had finally finished threshing the remainder of his 1898 wheat crop and was ready to assist other members of the community in threshing their wheat.

June Happenings in Chuckery

June of 1885 saw many events in Chuckery.  The community was pleased to announce that corn planting was finished.  Lewis Chapel added Mrs. Ira Fenner and Mrs. Mary Kelsey as new members of the congregation.  But, the Petty family was mourning the loss of their two year old daughter, Blanche.