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Newspaper
Coatesville Herald
Location
Coatesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
1
A Pennsylvanial freight train struck John Oursler's milk wagon at a grade crossing yesterday around 11 am. The wagon load spilled milk and cans along the crossing while Oursler escaped harm. The wagon was en route to Ballard Ice Cream. Several witnesses observed the collision.
Injured by a 300 pound rock at the Thomas McCammack quarry near Belle Union, Claude Raikes, 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Raikes, sustained a broken left arm and scalp wound. He was taken to the city hospital in Indianapolis as his condition improved after medical care from Dr. W. A. Moser and son.
A cement car jumped track on the Interurban line near the station delaying east-bound freight and slowing morning service. Passengers were transferred around the wreck as crews cleared the site after the cement car derailed, causing delays of 15 minutes to an hour and damaging a line pole.
The Cherry Grove M E revival ended Monday with a jollification service after a two week run. There were 29 conversions and a large Sunday turnout with an all day meeting and basket dinner. An offering for evangelist Rev John E Hewsoun raised 238 dollars and a 27 dollar gift to pastor Rev C N McBrayer was given Monday night. Seventeen converts made life decisions as the meeting extended to 11 pm.
Mrs Melissa Jackson widow of Wm Jackson and longtime resident died at her son Ott Jacksons home in Fillmore Saturday after a four weeks illness from blood poisoning caused by a thumb infection. Funeral services by Rev Sanford Phillips at Stilesville Baptist Church Monday with burial in Stilesville cemetery.
Mr. Masten will construct a new shed at the rear of the Masten block for E. O. Stewart's feed business. The addition provides space to unload feed directly from cars on the side track.
Ida B. Merritt transfers 16.95 acres in Middle township to Alonzo P. Faulken bury for 4500 dollars. Claude A. Howson transfers a lot in Danville to Laura Hume for 2700 dollars.
Dr A B Lockridge aged 41 died at his parents home Mr and Mrs Albert O Lockridge in Greencastle after a three months illness. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the College avenue M E church.
Trustee John Masten confirms the Clay township public schools will open September 13 for the 1920 21 term with teachers listed for Amo High School Amo Grades Coatesville Grades and Hadley. The manual training and domestic science positions remain vacant.
Robbers entered the DeVaney residence west of Greencastle between eight and eleven o clock Sunday morning while the family was away. They stole about $25, three gold watches, three suits of clothes, silk shirts, two handbags, and most of the silverware. It is believed items were loaded into an automobile and the suspects fled before discovery.
Mrs R G Storm recovers from a nervous breakdown and praises Coatesville as the best people for a general show down. Irene Gray returns to Philadelphia after visiting here and in Danville with friends. Indianapolis visitors note a weekend in town with the Nichols family and others. A Canaan Sunday school picnic, with about thirty members, is held at Riverside Park in Indianapolis. A shower is given for Mr and Mrs George Cheek for their son Robert Marion at the Storm home. Frank Stears of Rochester Michigan visits family and returns home with his wife Mrs J H Stears for extended Michigan stay.
Citizens call for immediate weed cutting to restore clear sidewalks. The overgrowth hinders pedestrians and worsens town aesthetics, urging town crews to remove weeds promptly.
Plans for the Hendricks county fair in Danville on August 18 and 19 draw wide interest as the first fair in over thirty years. Committees of leading farmers organize premiums and events including horse and cattle parades, sheep and swine ring shows, a poultry display with $500 in prizes, and free admission with daily concerts and open air vaudeville from United Fairs Booking Agency.
William Goodwin was run down and badly cut by two racing automobiles on the south Jackson street extension near the interurban crossing. His buggy with two Cope boys from Hamrick station was struck. both cars ditched, one tumbling off a steep embankment. None of the occupants were hurt.
Eight charter members met at Mrs. Geo Terry’s home on July 28. Honorary guest was Mrs. John Harris of Indianapolis, a fellow charter member. A bountiful noon dinner followed. Attendees included Mrs. S. E. Mark and daughter Geraldine, Mrs. Marion Grimes, Mrs. M. F. Bennett and Mildred, Mildred Bowering, Mrs. Sig Bowen, Mrs. Lb. M. Chandler and Morris, Mrs. G. W Bryant, Mrs. C. S. West and Kathleen, Mrs. Paul Herod, Mrs. Earl Chappell and Raymond Heavenridge.
Land transfer recorded for 37.27 acres in Franklin township from Sarah E. Cosner and others to Clarence C. Whicker with a consideration of $7,000. Details indicate a private rural property conveyance.
Blaze defeated Crawfordsville 5 to 4 as Clemons and Pruitt delivered key hits. Sullivan and Montgomery sparked a four run fourth inning while Strand stood out at short. Umpiring decisions sparked late drama but Blaze held on for the win.
The Tuesday club met with Mrs Ss EL Mark on July 27 for current events. Members heard poems and a story, with music by Geraldine Mark. Three guests attended and refreshments were served. next meeting planned with Mrs G W Bryant on August 24.
A 1917 Ford touring car owned by Charles Runyan was stolen Saturday around 8 30 PM from the east side of the square after a man dressed in a light suit and cap tried to crank a nearby Ford owned by William EltelsJorge. Jolph Pierce witnessed the suspect, about 30, well dressed, drive away in Runyan’s car after failing to start the other vehicle. License number 164917.
Francis K. Tinder conveys a Danville lot to Henrietta Thompson for eight thousand two hundred dollars. The transaction records describe the parcel identified by the Danville property ledger and the deed date.
H E Hathaway and relatives traveled to Helmsburg in Brown County last week. They stayed several days with Dale Hathaway and family. Mr Hathaway oversees a canning factory at Helmsburg and runs the large log bungalow used by the Indianapolis Y M C A for summer boarders.
The merged Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey Circus arrives in Indianapolis on Monday August 9. The show promises the greatest program yet with a massive street parade and mammoth menagerie. Ringling Brothers executives report an unprecedented entertaining lineup and clowns exceeding all previous records.
A nostalgic verse describes a father who worked hard as a boy and a mother who now takes over chores. The speaker imagines growing up to marry and mirror parental roles, hoping to enjoy morning naps and later instruct a son on work, echoing family routines and affection.
Rev. E. T. Howe of the Indiana M. P. conference will preach at Canaan church next Saturday night August 7 at 7 45. Sunday services will be led by Rev G U C Ramey with Rev L Dr Dodd of Greencastle as evangelist starting Monday night.
Attendees from here at the funerals in Westfield last Thursday included Harrison Shields with wife Lace Newman and wife John E Wise with wife and mother Mrs Jiner Wise and son John M Wise George Wise with wife Mrs Martha Masten and J B Newman. Mr Chance and his son were killed by a train at Westfield crossing in a truck the first of last week.
Mrs. Edna Taylor 88 died at her sister Mrs. Kate Madison’s Hadley home last Friday morning. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Friends church led by Rev. Arthur Baker. Burial followed in New Winchester cemetery.
N. P. Clingenpeel reports Schwartz Electric Light Company will supply a lighting system for Coatesville's picnic on August 21. The setup will enable nighttime enjoyment of the event.
A partition action is filed over real estate in Clay township with Troy Hadley and Wallace E Christie named as parties. The filing references 8 percent and the property in question remains described in court papers.
Army began distributing the Victory Medal on June 21 but only 50 936 have been issued. The War Department planned to issue 35 000 medals daily, which would take four months at that rate. Only 280 000 applications were received in a month, risking six years to issue to all entitled. Applications are to be made at nearest post or recruiting office using prescribed forms, with original discharge papers submitted for class and clasp determination. If no local office exists, apply by mail to the nearest army post. In case of a deceased eligible person, the medal goes to the nearest kin upon proper application.
Charley and Jesse Sutherin showcase a seven foot hog weighing 1340 pounds in May with 12 inches of side meat. They plan to display it at state fairs in a large truck, charging visitors to see the world’s largest hog for its size, and have refused a 1600 dollar offer for Hy.
J E O Hair a 92 year old resident of Putnam county died Monday at his home in Monroe Township near Brick Charel. Cause was failing health and advanced age. He is survived by his widow and four children. This death marks the fourth family member to die in a few months.
The Friday club and families motored to Camp Short near Clayton Sunday afternoon for a pleasant outing. An abundant supper, ice cream, and cake followed. After games, everyone returned home late, insisting another picnic be held soon.
Chester Walton son of Mr and Mrs Charles Walton northeast of town and Miss Helen Tendick of Santa Ana Cal united in marriage at Santa Ana Sunday Aug 1. They will reside there as the groom has purchased property.
Property transfer notice notes William Peck sells a lot in Clayton to Abraham J White for £150. Public record lists a single parcel with buyer and seller details and agreed price.
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