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Newspaper
Boone County Progressive
Location
Boone, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1914
Page
2
The Parent-Teacher Association met Monday night in the High School assembly room with fair attendance. President George G. Jones presided as Mrs. Will J. DeVo served as secretary pro tem. The program, described as among the most entertaining, drew praise though discussion paused until next meeting.
A U S Department of Agriculture bulletin warns alfalfa growers against commercial Turkestan alfalfa seed as inferior. Investigators find it unsuitable for humid East climates and not handy for general use in the Mississippi Valley, though distinctions may exist with special strains.
A Whitestown spree involved a post office an interurban station Hines and Son grocery and restaurant with burglars netting about 106 dollars in stamps and small sums from other spots. They forced entry by breaking a window, fled without clues, and a court date was set for Monday for a related intoxicant charge.
The report shows planned work for the year with several staff and parent members involved. Mrs Jones described employment work while Mr DeVol was ill. About forty positions for work were available in summer but project limits reduced usage. overall results were satisfactory. A committee met at Central building to organize programs and officers for the year.
A fragmented notice notes a second Whitestown robbery in four weeks after an earlier incident. Authorities seem at sea about next steps as they assess the break in and search for suspects.
In a reflective note from a reader in Lebanon the author records abundant bird migrations this season. A large flowering pot watered for drinking birds and a flicker disturbing sparrows are described. Sunflowers and elder bushes supplied food, aiding fledglings and noting August losses.
The freshman class won the big tug-of-war at Prairie Creek after four minutes of twisting rope and cheering. Birds and wildlife, including warblers and flickers, enliven the scene as berries ripened with birds feasting, while the sophomores and others watched the contest unfold.
James Pierson of Indianapolis sues Pleasant N. Lewis for 2500 damages alleging injuries from an automobile collision at the intersection of Avenue and Delaware Street on July 18, 1814. The suit names attorney Roy W. Adney and describes the accident and resulting injuries with references to local addresses and court actions.
The article urges farmers to select seed corn from stalks that yielded most with normal spacing before the first hard freeze. It warns against choosing large ears from isolated stalks and recommends picking ears from productive plants. It also notes grain quality affects future profits and advises storing seed properly for best results.
A local Parent-Teacher Association committee led by Miss Bell and Ernest Lewis sought funds to bring lectures by a visiting speaker to Lebanon and Boone county. The group discussed using vacant school-adjacent lots for a youth recreation center and a municipal swimming pool, with Prof. H. G. Brown urging action and Kaindiong highlighting Lebanon’s lag behind similar towns. The APA aimed to provide free lectures and activities for city youth while exploring the need for public play space and organized sports.
The notice reports Gullion, former county superintendent, located in room 307 of the Farmers State Bank building after graduating from Indiana University. It mentions a marriage at Tosegh's Catholic church in Indianapolis, uniting Miss Hamsh Courtney and Thomas Gerr, and references the bride’s family ties and past residence in Lebanon.
Mrs. Cora Dobleman of Tech High School reports her purse stolen two live donor items and a couple of weeks ago at Marshall Field store in Chicago. Police investigated the incident.
The Berean class held a Friday night social at Mr and Mrs Eerl Fuller on West Street with about forty members in pastimes and conversation. Harry Bohannon the president presented Rev and Mrs with cut glass marks of esteem. Rev Hardly gave an appropriate remark as ice cream and angel food cake were served.
Fragmentary notes report Professor EB G Walker planned to attend an event Saturday with a watch chain. Neighbors allegedly beat him and altered him following the incident, with investigation noted.
The Sunday school primary department at First Baptist held a party in the ladies parlor to honor Mrs F L Hardy and her three children. The event featured singing and recitations by the children and mothers. Miss Myrtle Huckleberry attended and addressed the gathering, praising the department and the afternoon’s success. Refreshments of ice cream were served.
An article notes that John Stoner and Richard Stoware near Terhune were arrested by State Game Commission officers Schnots and others for violations of law. They were tried in court and fined twenty four dollars and forty five cents each. Also mentioned is racing action at Covington with Mary Rosalind Part winning purses and notes on seed corn and farming practices published by the Department of Agriculture.
Judge Parr appointed Dr O Higgins to the Children’s Board of Guardians on Monday to fill the vacancy created by a resignation. The board is described as unusually good and capable, with strong leadership from existing members.
The agriculture department urges farmers to obtain seed corn in autumn from fields planted with varieties proven best in their locality. Seed from trusted neighbors or a local experienced breeder often yields the best results, as vitality should not be reduced while planning for the next season.
Mrs L M Hiker of Esplanade entertained two nearby neighbors and friends in honor of visitors Mrs L Riker and daughter from York Nebraska. Afternoon refreshments included peach ice, waters, and grape juice. Attendees included Mrs Harry Hamilton Man Clifford Neptune George Miller and others.
J W Brendel's herd of Ghes cer Whites won twenty four prizes at the Kankakee interstate fair last week including fourteen firsts and nine seconds. The display reflected good judging and noted strong performance across classes.
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