18 Feb 1938
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Newspaper
Carthage Citizen
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1938
Page
1
This week five long term criminals escaped from the Michigan City state prison by sawing through their cell roof and climbing the outer wall. Two were captured soon after, a third by Sunday, leaving two still at large.
A dead whale added today decorates two shipwrecks near the Golden Gate and San Francisco Bay entries. The carcass, drifting into the bay over a week, has become a traffic menace for vessels and local mobility.
Tragic ferry accident at Sydney harbor as the United States cruiser Louisville departs. Sailors leaped to aid passengers, rounding up about 150 people. Nine were drowned and 24 believed missing, amid the rescue effort.
The weatherman recorded a high of 67 on February 13, the warmest in history and surpassing 1876's 66 degree record. The odd warmth draws playful notes about a warming of hearts for Valentine day.
A long contested crop control bill cleared the present Congress on Monday and was sent to the President. The measure aims to adjust production while decrying regimentation, though critics say it tightens constraints on farmers.
O. O. McIntyre, famed New York newspaperman behind the "New York Day by Day" column, died at 2:00 p.m. Monday. The 53 year old editor and columnist had been ill only a few days, and his sudden death surprised his family.
Indiana senior Senator Frederick Van Nuys called for true democracy asking the people to decide his Senate fate. He sent 100000 letters nationwide claiming no official clique or group may dictate his retirement without public consent.
In Indiana, over 2,400 Anderson High School students and teachers received smallpox vaccines this week. A Spring Mill State Park hotel is planned by the State Department of Conservation. Downstate orchardists fear frost may damage early fruit buds. Bloomington reports a reverse in child marriage with 26-year-old Lewis Flynn marrying 68-year-old Elzora Roberts. Bank bandits robbed Burnettsville with 215 dollars. Rex Scudder of Fountaintown was acquitted of assault with intent to kill. New Castle's Joel Justice drew 11 Sundays in church after intoxication arrest. Violence erupted at Indiana Products Co in Marion.
Unusually warm February weather drives Rush county farmers to fields as tractors hum and gasoline trucks report heavy calls. Experts say early plowing helps break humus and soil clods from freezing and thawing, creating a better seed bed for planting. Farmers note relief after a dry and wet fall season previously vexed their operations in 1938.
Ripley Township Historical Society held its semi annual meeting at the Henry Henley Public Library with a supper. Judge John Titsworth spoke on Our Debt to the Past stressing honesty and virtue from early settlers. Honorary members Rev M S Kenworthy and Columbus Foust were welcomed. a secretarial dues call and cake pennants with historic dates were noted.
Miss Virginia McBride granddaughter of Mrs Susie Addison wed Kenneth Pitts of Hagerstown son of Mr and Mrs Ora Pitts near Williams burg in a single ring ceremony at the M E parsonage conducted by Rev Robert H Myers. The couple left for a short wedding trip and will reside in Hagerstown.
The Woman's Literary Circle held its annual Family Night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Henley with thirty eight attendees. Mrs. Bayard Baker presided, members responded to roll call with valentine verses, a quartet provided music, and Bayard Baker gave a talk on Abraham Lincoln. Social hour featured Ringo entertainment and heart matching partners. Refreshments included brick ice cream with a red heart, decorated cakes, candy hearts, and coffee.
A large dissolution sale starts today at McDaniel and Bradford department store as partner L. R. McDaniel retires. Thousands of dollars in staple goods are offered at cost or below to ensure quick liquidation over ten days under an adjustment broker, with Ernest Bradford continuing the business.
The district fine art festival gathered in the Rushville courthouse assembly room with art, music, and literature displays from every county club. Attending ladies include Mrs. Bayard Baker Mrs. J. A. Reynolds Mrs. M. S. Kenworthy Mrs. Robert Bishop Mrs. Claude Sipe Mrs. S. L. Newsom Mrs. M. S. Kyser Mrs. A. J. Carr Miss Winona Newsom Miss Abby Clark and Miss Mattie Clark.
Mrs. Fred McManus attended the funeral of her nephew LeMar Neidlinger in Indianapolis last week. Neidlinger was killed in an automobile accident.
In the Christian Advocate a feature credits Margaret Hill McCarter, former Carthage teacher, with a strong Kansas roots through Book and club work. The piece notes her Quaker birth, Methodist faith, speeches on Riley and Lincoln, Western Sorosis, trustee roles at Baker University, and novels drawing Kansas history.
The Indiana Farm Bureau will hold a state social and educational convention at Indianapolis at the Clapy ol Hotel on February 23 24. Dr Holland of WLS broadcasting station will be the speaker on the program of the first day.
The Cup class of Hust Street Christian Co will meet at the residence of Mr and Mrs Jack on Wednesday evening in February.
The notice lists key dates for the upcoming primary election. March 4 marks the filing start for candidates and delegates. March 31 sets the last day for boundary changes by the county board. April 2 is the final day to file declarations and petitions and to resign or withdraw names. April 4 is the deadline to register or transfer registration. May 3 hosts the primary from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Carthage Service Club entertained members wives and guests to a February 16 banquet at the Methodist church. Forty seven attended with a program including toastmaster Bayard Baker and entertainer Phillip Guest. Arthur Downing spoke on James Whitcomb Riley and Greenfield poetry history.
Rose Hill residents report robins crossing yards signaling an early spring arrival. Sightings across the community suggest warming weather and budding plant life as residents note cheerful birds in gardens.
Mrs W J Henley Mrs Amy Milks and Mrs Stanley Murray and little daughter Nancy returned Friday from Miami Florida.
Election notices outline primary rules for 1938 May vote. Voters must register, meet petition signatures, and file declarations 30 to 60 days before primaries. Procedures protect party integrity and ensure accurate ballot counting.
Walter Norris of Rural Route 7 Rushville announces candidacy for Treasurer. He has lived in Noble township all his life. former Trustee. Purdue alumnus. Masonic lodge and Christian church member. married with three sons. Elmer M. Perkins of Walker township seeks Republican nomination for Sheriff. Longtime Rush County resident. farmer with trucking business Perkins and Reddick. married with two children.
Miss Ramona Winfield of Carthage has enrolled for the second semester of Butler University's 83rd annual school year. She joins the college of liberal arts and sciences after participating in Founders' Day on the Fairview campus, announced by President James W. Putnam.
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