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Newspaper

Bloomfield Democrat

Location

Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1916

Page

4

The Democrat of Bloomfield Indiana Newspaper Details

The Democrat, a weekly newspaper founded in 1861, lists Bloomfield Indiana as its publication base. Editor W L Slinkard notes subscription prices of 1 year in advance at 1.50 or six months at 0.75, with single copies at 0.05 and advertising rates by line.

Democrat Printing Office Opera House Block Bloomfield Greene County Indiana W. L. Slinkard Postoffice

Official Directory of Indiana County Officials and Representatives

Listing of government officers and representatives for Vincennes and Greene Owen counties including congressman senator and county officers with names and positions such as Clerk Circuit Court E Kirby AnsCraft Auditor George B E Kidd Treasurer John W Johnson Sheriff Weeden Jackson Health Officer Dr W R Cravens Coroner Charles B R Colting County Attorney Claude F E Gregg Surveyor Biiner O Neal County Commissioners Thomas A Sleary Vincentoke J Slinkard Collins Bloomfield officials Judge Circuit Court Theo Prosecuting Attorney W P

W.a.cullop Vincennes County Clyde O. Yohu Bloomfield Ind Greene-Owen James H. Humphreys iAnton E. Kirby Asncraft George BE. Kidd John W. Johnson Chas. E. Fuller Lilburn Jackson Weeden Jackson W.R. Cravens Charles BR. Colting Thosatas R.estarates Kern T Mas 7Aggart Indiana Joan A. M. Adair Congessman Willtaal A. Cullop Owen Greene and Sullivan Counties George R. Griffin Greene County Ank Morgan Sixty- Third Judicial Circuit Paul V. Davis Jeptha Moss Horace V. Norvell Ralph C. Young Harry R. Isenhower Vincent Hoke

President Calm Under Heat a Valuable Asset

A respectful remark praises a coolheaded president as a valuable asset amid hot weather and potential tensions with Mexico, noting his steadiness would count even without current trouble.

United States

Public debate over Wilsons war policy and patriotism

A commentary questions critics who opposed President Wilson's diplomacy and warned of war. It argues those who condemned him either lacked knowledge or pursued personal political gain and urges acknowledgment of potential peaceful settlement and national unity.

Editor resigns to join Mexican conflict

The Worthington Times editor sold his paper and moved to Mexico to support Americanism. He left family and home to protest the President’s war policy and has chosen to fight in the Mexican conflict.

Worthington Times Mexico

Patriot’s Haywire Rant Sparks Bitter War Talk

A voice rails against a nonwar stance, lamenting bonds, a lonely grave, and a fever for war. The narrator mocks peace policies and praises a so called patriotic hero, blaming political party for restraint and calling for strong action against Mexico.

Mexico

Bloomfield Daily Becomes History During Chautauqua Week

The Bloomfield Daily announces farewell noting financial questions were not its focus during Chautauqua week. The editors praise progressiveness and thank progressive businessmen, subscribers, and helpers for making the paper and Reckoning the Daily a community beacon in Greene County.

Friends of Bloomfield Weekly Democrat Greene County

Obituary of William D Beard Civil War Vet and Mason Leader

William D Beard born June 15 1840 in Dubois Indiana enlisted 1861 in Indiana Cavalry served 1 year 6 months discharged ill health married Cordelia Trotter November 19 1863 nine children survived resident Solsberry died July 18 1916 funeral led by Masonic lodge at Solsberry with burial in Solsberry cemetery

Dubois County Indiana Mauckport Indiana Cavalry Sargeant Cordelia Trotter Geo. L Ferdie Victor Walter Jerry C William Troy Charley Oscar Lucy E Lucy E. Wilkerson Stella Stella Stines George L Mr. Beard Cincinnati Solsberry F. & A. M. Lodgue Solsherry Clay M. E. Church

Card of Thanks for Kindness in Sickness and Death

We express sincere thanks for the kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and death of our husband and father. We especially thank neighbors of Solsberry and Camp Ground for service and Dr. T Roy Cook for medical attention. Mrs William D Beard and family.

Solsberry T. Roy Cook William D. Beard

Mystic Circle visit to Bloomfield hosted by Mrs Rodarmel

The Mystic Circle of Linton traveled to Bloomfield Friday afternoon for a gathering at Mrs. O R Rodarmel’s home. Attendees included Mesdames Ray Humphreys Herman Klusmier Gale Miller John Tenant Ed Talbott Herbert Priest and Andrew Beveridge. The occasion was enjoyed by all.

Mystic Circle Linton Bloomfield O. R. Rodarmel Mesdames Ray Humphreys Herman Klusmier Gale Miller John Tenant Ed Talbott Herbert Priest Andrew Beveridge

Clothes Burned After Swim Near Tibbitts Mill Ford

Carl Hamilton son of Cale Hamilton a south town blacksmith with Levi Brosman swam in Richland creek near Tibbitts Mill ford. On emerging his clothes were burned suggesting a lit cigarette set the fabric alight. The new suit purchased for July 4th was damaged and Carl wore Brosman boy’s clothes home.

Carl Hamilton Cale Hamilton Levi Brosman Richland Creek Tibbitts Millford

Notice of farm goods sale and property rental

Notice offers 1000 bushels of corn for sale by wagon load and a 7 year old 1200 pound black mare owned by W G Jones. A house for rent two blocks south of the public square, inquiries to Beard Brothers Solsberry Ind. The bid call for decorating the courtroom and other rooms per specifications is withdrawn but bids for placing a stool in the jury room will be received on the 24th instant. Theo E Slinkard judge.

W. G. Jones Public Square Beard Brothers Solsberry Ind Theo. E. Slinkard

For Sale 36 Acres in Washington Township with Tilted Land

Auction item shows 36 acres in Washington township with good tiling priced at 3600 dollars. Cash 2000 dollars with balance as mortgage. Alvin Cole of Berford Indiana seeking buyers.

Washington Township Alvin Cole Berford Indiana

Sir Samuel Rescues Sarah From Drowning At Sea

Sir Samuel Simms spotted Sarah Samson struggling in the water and acted quickly to reach her. He swam toward shore, kept her afloat, and guided them to safety with steady, decisive effort.

Samuel Simms Sarah Samson Sir Samuel Sarah Sir Samuel Success Sam Sally

Sir Samuel Courting Sarah in Quiet Barroom Exchange

In a playful scene, Sir Samuel succors Sarah and shares scotch while she notes his faltering resolve. The couple exchange endearing lines with Sarah coaxing a response and Sir Samuel calling her by affectionate nicknames amid lighthearted banter.

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