Home Run Rally As Carthage Defeats New Palestine in Ten
Pearson and Clayton homered as Carthage overcome New Palestine 12 to 11 in ten innings. Wilkens misfielded second base on a key two-base hit during the seventh, Gardner started pitching poorly before McCorkle relieved him and held Carthage to four runs as New Palestine tied the game at nine in the fifth. The locals will play Morris town next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearson
Clayton
New Palestine
Carthage
Wilkens
Gardner
McCorkle
H. Hardin
W. Hardin
Moore and Heim
Schultz
Kennedy
McDuffy
Miller and Mosier
Rusharpt
Solotkin
Habig
Murnan and Bailey
Hudson
Mathers
Schwier
Wagoner, Jr
Jordan
Rush County to vote on Prohibition amendatment delegates
Dale Fisher Rush county clerk receiv ed petitions from supporters and opponents of the Prohibition amendment for four county candidates John Booth Walter Bitner George Wingerter and Fred Lightfoot. A special election is set for June 6 to choose two delegates with petitions totaling 2071 names. dry petitions were rejected for lack of notarization and double signatures were canceled. Objections window runs ten days from May 6. If no objections, Fisher will certify results to Gov McNutt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale Fisher
Rush County
Indiana
Ncty
John Booth
Milroy
Walter Bitner
Near Mays
Bitner
Booth
George Wingerter
Fred Lightfoot
Rushville
Wingerter
Lightfoot
Fisher
Paul McNutt
Concerning Columbus in the Brooklyn Eagle account
The Brooklyn Eagle notes that Columbus is known for many books yet reveals little of his early life. It highlights one clear trait the man’s unwavering fixed purpose that kept him steadfast through years of delays and waiting as he pressed authorities in Portugal for his bold project.
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Columbus
Brooklyn Eagle
Portugal
Indianapolis Visitors Mr and Mrs Henley Stay Briefly
Mr and Mrs H E Henley were in Indianapolis for a short visit on Monday, meeting local acquaintances and touring city sights during their stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. H. E. Henley
Indianapolis
Mothers Key to Safe Childbirth Highlighted in May meeting
A Mother’s Day observance in New York on May 12 will spotlight saving mothers through adequate maternity care. Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt will headline with medical and educational leaders stressing doctor selection and hospital standards. The Maternity Center Association cites a New York study where proper care cut deaths by two thirds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Franklin D. Roosevelt
American College of Surgeons
Maternity Center Association of
New York
Death of Mrs Nancy E Veatch near Cleveland
Mrs Nancy E Veatch 85 died at her home south of Cleveland Sunday evening. widow of James A Veatch Civil War veteran. Survived by two grandchildren Orlando Zimmerman Knightstown and Howard Zimmerman, two sisters Sherman Chowning near Connersville and Mrs Carter Williams Rushville. Funeral at M E Church Charlottesville Tuesday 2 PM conducted by Rev Fisher. Interment Glen Cove Knightstown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy E. Veatch
Cleveland
Veatch
James A. Veatch
Andrew Zimmerman
Henry County 4 H Wins Kin Dan Trophy at Purdue
Henry County 4 H members from Knightstown Duard Hamm Allen Carven and Wilson Kuhn won permanent possession of the Kin dan trophy in the club roundup at Purdue University their third victory. Paul Henderson of Greensburg earned high overall honors while Rush County teams tied for runner up. Swine judging saw Rush County take third with 482 points and also third in sheep. Rush and Scott counties tied for fourth in dairy cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry County
Purdue University
Knightstown
Duard Hamm
Allen Carven
Wilson Kuhn
Paul Henderson
Greensburg
Tippecanoe
Rush County
Rush
Scott County
Butterfly Dogs Popular in Seventeenth Century
Papillons or the butterfly dogs fascinate dog fanciers with depictions in royal portraits. Flemish masters Rubens and Van Dyck showed the breed in courtly scenes, while Spain origin dates back 400 years with later appearance in southern China. France favored them in the early eighteenth century with Versailles garden scenes in Watteau Sain and Boucher works. Madame Pompadour owned Inez and Mimi. Marie Antoinette was fond of Papillons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rubens
Vandyke
Spain
China
France
Watteau, Sain
Boucher
Versailles
Madame Pompadour
Inez
Mimi
Marie Antoinette
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Goby Found in Delaware Oyster Reef Linked to Host
A one inch goby, a parasite living inside a Delaware bay oyster, was discovered with no air bladder and must paddle to move. The oyster host measures about three inches, while the goby remains mobile by using its fins like feet to propel itself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tropics
Delaware Bay
The Carlton Club London A Pinnacle Of Political Influence
The Carlton club in London is described as the world’s most famous political club. It originated in 1882 as the Conservative club and influenced British politics through the years. Its name stems from Carlton House, once home to George IV, with its Corinthian portico columns later relocated to the National Gallery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Carlton Club
England
Duke of Wellington
Conservative Club
Tory
Conservative Party
National Gallery
Carlton House
George IV
Prince of Wales
London Mail
Modern Homes for Red Men on Prairie Provinces
The Department of Indian Affairs notes that newer, better homes for Indigenous peoples in Canada's Prairie provinces bring light and ventilation, spurring more households to cultivate gardens, raise chickens and pigs, and pursue milking and butter making as supplementary income.
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Prairie Provinces
Canada
Department of Indian Affairs
Kosher Meat Practices Explained and Seal Marks
Description outlines kosher slaughter methods and supervision by rabbis or schechiter officials. It notes hanging of animals, throat cutting with a knife, removal of veins if bone contact occurs, and subsequent stamping and sealing to certify ceremonial cleanliness.
Judging Debates By Truth Not Question Is Emphasized
The article explains a debate judging method where judges base decisions on argument persuasiveness and truth rather than the question. Each judge signs a card with Affirmative or Negative without consulting others, and the presiding officer opens envelopes to announce the result.
Hackleman Family Spends Weekend with Illinois University Kin
Mr and Mrs Court Hackleman and family from Illinois university spent the weekend with M C Hackleman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Court. Hackleman
Illinois University
M. C. Hackleman
Tornado Strikes Northeast County Causing Heavy Damage
A late Tuesday tornado swept the northeast part of the county damaging farms and homes from Trabue to Mays and Raleigh. One injury was reported Mrs Cicero Ryan of Mays. Numerous barns, roofs, trees, and orchard trees were destroyed while several houses were unroofed or moved off foundations. Other towns mentioned include Anderson Muncie Winchester and Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cicero Ryan
Mays
Trabue
Fred Krug
Krug
William McBride
Lee Moffit
Moffit
Ryan
Ethel Clark
Telehone
George
Main Street
Rufus Rhoves
Jap Steele
Raleigh
Fayette County
Willard Beeson
Hyde Frost
Cummins
Alfred Gordon
Oscar Gordon
George Weaver
Anderson
Muncie
Winchester
Indianapolis
Agricultural Exhibits Prep for Indiana State Fair
Exhibits in agriculture horticulture apiary and floriculture at the Indiana State Fair September 2 to 8 are expected to top prior years says Guy Cantwell director of Agricultural Products for the Indiana Board of Agriculture Gosport Indiana. Prospective exhibitors are sowing seeds for many products to be shown at the fair Entry is open to Indiana farmers and gardeners with a class for almost everything grown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Cantwell
Gosport
Indiana
Indiana Board of Agriculture
State Fair Agricultural Building Showcases Farm Goods
The Agricultural Building on the State Fair Grounds draws many new exhibitors each year. It is spacious and filled each fall with farm products, serving as a school for those seeking improved grain, fruit, vegetable, and garden produce.
Poppy Day Plans In Rush County May 27
The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary announce Poppy Day to be observed in Rush County on May 27, the Saturday before Memorial Day. Volunteers statewide will distribute poppies made by disabled WWI veterans in Marion. No price is charged. all contributions aid relief work for disabled veterans and their families in the county unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rush County
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Veteran’s Hospital
Marion
America
American Legion and Auxiliary
April Births Edge Deaths in Rush County
The Rush county vital statistics report shows 22 births and 20 deaths in April. Rushville had 12 deaths and 8 outside the county seat. Contagious diseases rose with scarlet fever and chicken pox, while townships reported no cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rush County
E. J. Wooden
Rushville
Hard Times Tokens and 1837 Currency Shortage Crisis
The 1837 monetary crisis caused a coin shortage with various copper tokens issued by individuals and firms, including Waterbury button makers and Baltimore banks. Tokens served as substitutes for shinplasters amid political propaganda, prompting federal action against private coiners under a 1792 law. A New York convention in November 1837 aimed to fix specie resumption, with a later 1888 meeting confirming payment resumed on May 10 after a one year suspension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Jackson
Waterbury
New York
Mother's Day Observed At Fletcher M E Church
Sunday services begin with Sunday School at 9 30 a m and Worship at 10 35. Rev N Schoolfield speaks on Silent Battles. Epworth League at 6 30 and evening service at 7 30 with The Problem of Motherhood. Bouquet to oldest mother and mother with youngest baby. Special welcome to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Behr
Russel Parish
Frank C. Guyatt
The
Missionary Society
Grace Foust
N. Schoolfield
Epworth League
Rev. N. Schoolfield
Missionary Service Hosts Spiritual Leaders and Meetings
Wesleyan church notes a missionary service by Miss Green, with fifteen years in India, and announces the third Quarterly Meeting of the Conference year led by Rev. W L Tompson of Marion. Services include Saturday 7 30 pm and Sunday 10 30 am and 7 30 pm, Sabbath school at 89 last Sunday aiming for 100, with weekly prayer meetings and a cottage gathering May 18 at the Williamson home. The Friendship class of Fletcher M E church plans a Wednesday gathering at Mrs Grace’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Green
India
W. L. Tompson
Marion
Brother Tompson
Williamson
Water Street
Fletcher M. E
Porter
Mother's Day Services Highlight Friends Church Activities
Friends Church outlines Mother's Day events with activities in Sunday School including flowers for oldest and youngest mothers, morning worship theme, and an evening program. The Women's Missionary Society hosts a Silver Tea on May 17 to raise funds for Indian Missions and feature relics, songs, and a playlet. A union service with Howard Ewbank is planned for May 21, and Walnut Ridge Quarterly Meeting meets next Saturday at Walnut Ridge Meeting House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
Churches of Carthage
Howard Ewbank
United Dty Forces
Walnut Ridge
Local familiesshare Sunday visits in the area
Mr and Mrs Max Sells and son Boydon of Chicago visited Mrs E G Jones and family Sunday and called on Mr and Mrs Fred Jessup and family. Mr and Mrs Jesse Stone and Mr and Mrs C E White and daughter Ruth were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs Elizabeth J Hill and Mrs Verna Hill. Mr and Mrs Fred King and family entertained Sunday dinner guests Mr and Mrs Keith Bray and Mr and Mrs John Bemish of Anderson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Sells
Boydon
Chicago, Il
E. G. Jones
Fred Jessup
Jesse Stone
C. E. White
Ruth
Elizabeth J. Hill
Verna Hill
Fred King
Keith Bray
John Bemish
Anderson
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Goby
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