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Newspaper

Batesville Tribune

Location

Batesville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1921

Page

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Hancock Signally Honored by Indiana Editorial Association

Edward J. Hancock of the Greensburg News was re elected president of the Indiana Republican Editorial Association at its annual meeting in Indianapolis. The re election marked a first in the association s more than forty years and honors Hancock for his untiring efforts and leadership during the year. More than five hundred newspaper men wives and friends attended the banquet at the Claypool Hotel where Senator Harry S New spoke and announced his bid for re election to the United States Senate. Both Indiana Senators are poised for renomination and re election.

Edward J. Hancock The Greensburg News Indiana Republican Editorial Association Indiana Hancock Batesville Ripley Franklin Decatur Brookville American Association Claypool Indianapolis Harry S. New United States Senate New Senate Congress

Schultz Family Returns From Washington Visit

Theodore Schultz and his wife returned Saturday from Baltimore and Washington where they were drawn by the illness and death of their grandson. They toured the Capitol Library of Congress and Smithsonian and were hosted at luncheon by Congressman John S. Benham. They called on Mr and Mrs Carl Rosenmund before heading to Indiana.

Theodore Schultz Baltimore Waldo Schultz Sophia Lomax Mays Carl Rosenmund Washington Indiana

Dance at Greensburg Before Lent

The Moose Lodge of Greensburg hosts a Tuesday evening dance at their hall on February 8 with a seven piece Indianapolis orchestra. No dances will be held during Lent. All invited for a good time.

Moose Lodge Greensburg Indianapolis

Heavy Hauling Prohibited in Laughery Township

Frost or heavy rain will close roads to heavy loads and large vehicles in Laughery Township. Violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Fred Siebert Jr. Pike Supt. Laughery Tp.

Laughery Township Fred Siebert, JR Pike Laughery

Yellow Dogs Parade Boosts Town Centered Birthday Festivities

Citizens notice a rise in Yellow Dogs around town since last Friday. The Cleeta Club hosted a birthday gathering for John Pruis on Park Avenue Saturday with revelry and lessons about the Yellow Dogs mysteries. Eleven members reportedly endured the initiation and spoke of the event as a memorable rite.

John Pruis Cleeta Club Mr. Pruis

Johnson Brown Marys Secret Wedding Unites Flora Johnson Lester Brown

Miss Flora Johnson of R R No 1 and Lester Brown of Osgood wed in Cincinnati last Monday January 24 in the parsonage of Rev Roughton of the M E Church. The bride, daughter of Mrs Susan Johnson, is a popular community figure and longtime Tribune correspondent. The groom, son of George Brown Sr. and wife near Osgood, is described as a young man of excellent qualities. They will reside with the groom’s parents as friends extend their best wishes.

Flora, Johnson Lester Brown Osgood Cincinnati Roughton M. BE. Church Susan Johnson the Tribune Brown George Brown Sr

Fire Damages Roof of Park Avenue Home

Fire officials report a small roof fire at the Bernard Moen ter residence on Park Avenue around 3 30 Thursday. Firefighters used chemicals to extinguish the blaze, causing minimal damage estimated at 15 to 20 dollars. Investigators suspect a flue spark ignited the roof.

Bernard Moenter Park Avenue

Redistricting Plans Circulate in Indiana Schools

The Indiana Legislature drafts a twelve district plan risking loss of a House seat if the Senate apportionment bill passes. The Third District would unite with the new Third after shifting counties, estimating a narrow Democratic edge based on 1918 data. Local school notes report games, exams, projects, and fund contributions.

Indiana United States Senate House Congress Brown County Johnson Harrison Floyd, Clark Washington Scott Jefferson Switzerland Ohio Dearborn Ripley Jennings Jackson Decatur Bartholomew Benham Harrigan County Floyd Clark Brown

Lyric Matinees Raise Funds for European Relief

Lyric's manager Wintz staged two Saturday matinees for city children. Proceeds totaling 39 dollars went to the European Relief Fund via a moving picture group aiming to raise two million dollars for European children. Admissions from St Louis and Public Schools contributed 18.40 and 18.20 respectively. window sales added 2.40.

Wintz The Lyric European Relief Fund Moving Picture Organization St. Louis Europe

Bowling Match Ends With Feldhaus Victory At Engel Alleys

A large crowd watched the three game bowling match Sunday at Engel Alleys. Feldhaus of Cincinnati defeated Coca Colas of Indianapolis by twenty three pins, 2521 to 2498. Feldhaus led after the first game, Coca Colas surged in the second, but fell short in the third. Both teams praised the hosts for excellent lanes and hospitality.

Engel Feldhaus Cincinnati Coca Colas Indianapolis

Allen and Stewart wed in Batesville hotel parlors

Stewart Allen James B. Allen and Edelda Stewart were married by Squire Jacob J. Hildebrand at 10:00 Wednesday morning in the Bauman Hotel parlors. The couple may relocate to Batesville after expressing favorable impressions of the city during their stay.

James B. Allen Edelda Stewart Squire Jacob J. Hildebrand Bauman Hotel Mrs. Allen Batesville

Fast Nacht Dance at St Clair's Hall Next Saturday Night

Batesville Baseball Club announces a big Fast Nacht Dance at St Clair's Hall on the upcoming Saturday Feb 6 with music by Winsie's Jazzers. Admission 50 cents. dancing free. Tickets are selling fast for a Meteor Talking Machine worth 175 dollars to be drawn.

Batesville St. Clair's Hall Winsie Jazzers

New Telephone Manager Appointed at Batesville Company

Robert Max has been named the new manager for Batesville Telephone Company and will likely take charge of the night shift following his arrival at the Schultz home on Sunday January 30. B. M. Schultz is mentioned as the staff supervisor in the report.

Batesville Telephone Company B. M. Schultz

Legion Dance Brings Many Young People to Canfield Hall

A large number of younger people enjoyed the dance given by the American Legion Basket Ball Team at Canfield Hall on Tuesday evening.

American Legion Canfield Hall

St Louis Parish Raises Nearly 400 For Central Europe Fund

A voluntary contribution at St Louis Church last Sunday collected almost 400 from church members across two morning masses. The sum reflects strong generosity from the congregation toward Central Europe relief efforts.

Central Europe St. Louis Church St. Louis

Roll of Honor from Mrs Wachsman’s room First Semester

The Roll of Honor lists pupils who were never absent nor tardy in the first semester. Names include Velma Belter Raymond Hildebrand Olga Kaiser Esthal Parsons Monroe Rich ter Cora Schrader Florence Schumacher Alice Kammeyer Clinton Drinkuth Ronald Martin Melitta Peetz Elvera Schein Beryl Stille Reestina Sidell Ruth Stockinger Ralph Lightner Lola Zierer. A boy was born to Harry H J Belter and his wife on Monday Jan 31.

Modern Carrie Nation Shocks Patriot Nightclub Scene

An Ohio County News account describes a quiet Patriot evening disrupted when a besieged wife armed with a six shooter confronted a game venue. The proprietor ejected her husband and the scene ended with the game halted and participants returning home.

Ohio County News Patriot Carrie Nation

Death of Mrs Lydia Jane Billington at 88

Mrs Lydia Jane Billington died early Saturday at the home of her half sister Mrs Emmett Maple on South Main Street after a stroke of paralysis. She had been an invalid for four years and survived by a step mother, a half sister and two half brothers. Services were held at the Maple home and in Rossburg with burial in the Rossburg Cemetery.

Lydia Jane Billington Emmett Maple South Main Street Billington Maple Rossburg

Knights of St. John Hold Calico Hop in Canfield Hall

Knights of St. John commandery and guests braved rain to attend a calico hop and overall dance at Canfield's Hall. The large crowd danced into the night, proving they preferred casual attire over fine clothes and enjoyed a lively gathering.

Knights of St. John Canfield’s

Batesville Bank Stock Sells At Auction For Four Hundred

One share of Batesville Bank stock with a par value of 100.00 was sold at public auction from the bank steps on Tuesday afternoon for 400.00 to Attorney M F Bohland. Louis Goyert acted as auctioneer while bank officials credited the price to the stock’s investment stability and worth. Bidding stayed lively until Bohland bid 400.00 and took the field alone.

Batesville Bank M. F. Bohland Louis Goyert Bohland

Installing New Engine at Union Furniture Company

Union Furniture Company installs a 240 horsepower engine built by Chase Engine and Manufacturing of Mattoon Illinois. The new engine will be connected directly to a generator and, once changeover is complete, the entire plant will be electrically driven.

Union Furniture Company Chase Engine and Manufacturing Company Mattoon

Slate Coated Roofing Prices Offered by Batesville Lumber

Batesville Lumber Co advertises a car load of red and green slate coated roofing and urges readers to check the prices. Tribune Ads promote Make Money Grow.

Batesville Lumber CO Tribune

Osgood Poultry and Corn Show Draws Heavy Attendance

The Osgood poultry and corn show last Friday and Saturday drew over 300 attendees. Entries included 93 poultry, 63 corn, 16 eggs, and 5 canned-goods displays, with Purdue University speakers driving interest and farmers joining the Indiana Corn Growers Association. Awards honored top roosters and trio groups across Leghorn, Brown Leghorn, Barred Rock, Rocks, Rhode Island Red, plus eggs and corn categories.

Osgood C. W. Carrick Purdue University R. S. Thomas Indiana Corn Growers’ Association Griffith Ripley County W. B. Parsons Charles Meyers Edgar Hunt Rhode Island Red Rooster W. H. Smith W. F. Williams Harry Fletcher Wilbur Radikin Alvin Brown Richard Schwier Rhode Island Reds Sibert Laswell C. R. Brown Rhode Island George Newman Henry Hakill Dick Smith Frank Barricklow S. C. Heinrich C. H. Marshall A. W. Welch Littie Sheene William Sembach Henry Stegemoller J. R. Furlow Henry Hukill C. W. Buffo Lee Laswell Harvey Crouch W. 5. Gookins Henry Hu

Revenue man Harman aids in come tax returns

Deputy Collector Henry H. Harman has been at the local post office to help residents fill out income tax returns. He must be in Osgood by Thursday, and it is unsure if he or another revenue official will return later this month. Many missed his visit due to late notice in last week’s papers.

Batesville Clarksburg Scrubs Greensburg Stuart Aurora Rising Sun Bartley Danville Edwin Henry Howard Tangman Ralph Dietz McKinley Terry Daugherty Versailles the Lyric Internal Revenue Henry H. Harman Harman Osgood

Liberty Bond Exchange Opens at The First National Bank

Fourth Liberty Loan temporary bonds can now be exchanged for permanent bonds at The First National Bank. The move streamlines conversions for bondholders and supports treasury funding efforts.

Liberty First National Bank

Automobile Painting Services Offered in Batesville

Local ad announces automobile painting services by Henry Robben in Batesville Indiana offering expert refinishing and color work for cars and trucks.

Henry Robben Batesville Indiana

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Republican Editorial Assn Johnson-Brown Stewart-Allen Harry H. J. Belter Knights of St. John Entertain
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