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Bloomfield Democrat

Location

Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1917

Page

2

Greene county Democrat newspaper information sheet

The item lists the Greene county Democrat newspaper details including founding year 1861, Greene County weekly and semi weekly editions, proprietor editor W L Slinkard, subscription rates 1 year in advance 1.50 six months 0.75 single copies 0.05, antepaid subscriptions, advertising rates by line, bank cards 0.05 per line, Bloomfield Indiana post office entry as second class mail matter and telephone number 80.

Greene County W. L. Slinkard Bloomfield Indiana Postoffice

Official Directory Names Indiana Public Officials

The listing names Congressman W. A. Cullop of Vincennes Representative William H. Baker of Lyons and Senator James H. Humphreys of Linton among Indiana public officials in the directory.

W. A. Cullop Vincennes William H. Baker Lyons Ind James H. Humphreys Linton

County Officials and Commissioners Named in List

County officers are listed including Clerk Circuit Court E K Ashcraft Auditor George E Kidd Treasurer Levi J Bauer Recorder Chas E Fuller Assessor Lilburn Jackson Sheriff Jeptha Moss Health Officer Dr W R Cravens Coroner Andrew T Custer County Attorney Claude E Gregg Surveyor William W Clogston County Commissioners Vincent Hoke President Merritt Noel Secretary A M Miller Judge Circuit Court Theo E Slinkard Prosecuting Attorney Paul Y Davis.

E. K. Ashcraft George E. Kidd Levi J. Bauer Chas. E. Fuller Lilburn Jackson Jeptha Moss W. R. Cravens Andrew T. Custer Claude E. Gregg William W. Clogston Vincent Hoke Merritt Noel Sec V. A

Star player helps light up field as meteor fades

A veteran performer transitions from roaming meteoric fame to starring in a new role. The shift brings bright attendance and renewed energy to the venue, drawing fans and media attention alike as the production aims for a lasting glow.

Turn Up The Tempo: Initiative Drives Early Discovery

A local program urges proactive effort over waiting for luck. Community groups collaborate with mentors to seek opportunities, create projects, and share resources. The aim is to foster initiative and resilience among residents, especially youth, through hands on experiences.

You Can't Advance by Pulling Your Own Coat Tail

A concise proverb notes that personal progress requires self initiative and not relying on self-serving actions. It highlights accountability and proactive effort as keys to advancement.

You deserve credit for action not error

A concise remark emphasizes that merit comes from taking steps and making things happen rather than avoiding mistakes. It frames progress as earned through effort and initiative.

Tell Your Friends About The Twice A Week

A concise appeal encourages sharing the message with friends twice weekly. It suggests potential mutual benefit and reassures it will not cause personal harm. The note emphasizes communal help and positive impact without pressuring readers.

Agricultural student aid shifts farmer attitudes and yields

The article argues that long standing farmer prejudice toward county agents delays adoption of proven practices. It highlights seed corn selection, grain uniformity, and kernel shape as keys to improving yields, noting potential losses from poor seed choices and the promise of gains through informed selection.

Seed corn selection inquiry prompts further investigation

The text asks whether gaining from selecting seed corn alone is worth investigation, suggesting doubt about the narrow focus and urging broader study into broader seed selection methods.

Notice to Non Residents in Greene County Court

In Greene Circuit Court Indiana the November Term 1916 involves Gilbert H Hendren Jr in Complaint No 140 percent. Court records indicate a non resident notice with summons or action filed in the Greene County jurisdiction.

State of Indiana Greene County Greene Circuit Gilbert H. Hendren Jr

Public Sale Ordered in Greene County Real Estate Case

Jeptha Moss sheriff of Greene County directs a public auction in Jasonville Indiana on January 27 1917 at the Greene County Courthouse to satisfy a decree against Willard Hastings et al for 462.60 plus costs and interest with rents and profits from Lot 68 North Park Addition. If insufficient the sale will include fee simple interest to discharge the decree. VanBuskirk attorney for plaintiff.

Greene Circuit Court Peoples Savings Bank Evansville Willard J. Hastings Court House Bloomfield Greene County Indiana Towit North Park Jasonville Jeptha Moss VanBuskirk Pfff

Sheriff Sale Schedule for Greene County Real Estate

By order of Greene Circuit Court a sheriff sale is set for January 27 1917 at the Bloomfield courthouse to satisfy a decree and costs. The property described is a portion of the northwest quarter of section 4 township 8 north range 7 west with specified bounds and a rent interest term not exceeding seven years. If rents fail to satisfy the decree the fee simple may be exposed to public sale to discharge the decree.

Greene Circuit Court Peoples Savings Bank Branoville Indiana Plamatt Willard J. Hastings Bloomfield Greene County Towit Jeptha Moss Sherif van Buskirk Atty A. D

Notice of Divorce Action Against Non-Resident Defendant

The Greene Circuit Court at Bloomfield has set February 19, 1916, as the appearance date for a non-resident defendant in a divorce suit. The defendant is required to appear and answer or demur by the next term starting February 19, 1916, or the case will proceed in his absence. Clerk E Kirby Ashcraft signs and seals the notice.

William A. Boyce Curtis C. Hendren Jason S. Williams Gus Ehrlicher Finley State of Indiana Greene Circuit Court Bloomfield E. Kirby Ashcraft Court House E.kirby Ashcraft

Local Professionals Advertised in Bloomfield Area

Slinkard and Vosloh attorneys at Bloomfield Indiana list offices in Democrat Your Business Solicited alongside W R Cravens physician surgeon with hours and residence details. Also listed are T Roy Cook at Richland and James M Hudson lawyer with Frank A VanSandt eye surgery and glasses service.

Slinkard & Vosloh Law Bloomfield Indiana Democrat T. Roy Cook Westside Square Richland Frank A. VanSandt

Trustees announce township business locations and days

Notice informs residents of Richland Greene County Indiana that the trustees will transact township business at the A B Titus Building over Allen Williams store daily except Sunday. It lists Taylor Jackson and Williams- RapceirF trustees with specific offices and days including Scotland Owensburg and Koleen and last Saturdays each month.

Richland Township Greene County Indiana A. B. Titus Allen Williams Taylor Township Scotland W. E. Doses Jackson Township Owensburg Koleen Williams Rapceirf

Public Sale of Jasonville Real Estate Declared

A decree requires the sale of Lots 29 and 30 in Selfridge’s addition Jasonville Indiana to satisfy a $475.80 debt plus interest and costs. The auction will occur January 87 1917 between 10 AM and 4 PM at the courthouse door Greene County. Juxtaposed with the sale the sheriff will expose the fee simple of the real estate for payment.

Kirkpatrick case filed in Greene Circuit Court

Alda Kirkpatrick sues Samuel D. Kirkpatrick in the Greene Circuit Court Nov Term 1916. Plaintiff, represented by James M. Hudson, files complaint and accompanying affidavit.

Samuel D. Kirkpatrick James M. Hudson Corney

Banks Under Water Alarmed Security System

The bullion departments of the Bank of England and other London banks are reportedly flooded by machinery. Some banks link bullion rooms to the manager’s sleeping quarters and an intrusion triggers an alarm above the manager’s head.

Bank of England London

Greene County Indiana 1916 Tax Duplicates Notice

Notice to tax payers that the 1916 tax duplicates for State, County, Township, Ditch and Gravel Road taxes are in hand and ready to receive taxes. The table lists per hundred dollars of property and per poll rates for Greene County townships in 1916.

Greene County Indiana

Lines to Be Remembered Reflect on Priceless Pleasures

A quotation from Goethe in Wilhelm Meister reflects a father's belief that daily pleasures are undervalued by both young and old and that only rare joys are properly prized.

Goethe Wilhelm Meister

Ways to Make Castor Oil Easier to Take

The disagreeable taste of castor oil can be hidden by serving it in hot milk with a pinch of salt and black pepper. The milk should be warm enough to mix the oil fully or it will float on top. Lemon juice can also improve palatability.

Wreath Noted At New Grave Shared By Thoughtful Pair

Thoughtful Jean and Aunt Mat walk the cemetery and spot a magnelid wreath on a freshly dug grave. Aunt Mat speculates the wreath came from the hat of the buried lady, sparking a quiet, curious exchange.

Jean Aunt Mattie

Colors Not Carried Into Action In 1879 Practice

The piece notes that the British army left colors on the field after battles, a practice dating from Isandlwana in 1879 when two officers died trying to save the Twenty Fourth regiment colors.

Isundhiwana Twenty-fourth Regiment

May Be So Willie Quip Refers to Domestic Finances

A humorous exchange from the New York Times features Willie asking why a wife is called her husband's better half and Crab Shaw suggesting it relates to unequal salary sharing. The quip reflects playful takes on marriage economics.

Willie Crabshaw New York Times

Problem Follows the Boy in the Town Survey

The Kansas City Star reports a writer questions whether a boy problem exists in towns across the region. Readers are invited to weigh in on youth behavior and local guidance.

Sks Kansas City Star

Materials in Piano Construction Across Nations

The article notes that forty different materials are used to build a piano and asks which TE countries contribute supplies. It highlights global sourcing and the variety of components from multiple nations involved in piano manufacture.

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