19 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
Coatesville Herald
Location
Coatesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1911
Page
1
Seventeen seventh and eighth graders from Bartholomew County earned right to compete in the county spelling contest at Columbus on January 21. five of the qualifiers are boys.
Fillmore lodge installed officers last Saturday night led by G V Bryant as worshipful master Geo Sims 8 W ful Coleman J W Arthur Herod s C2 Wm McAninen J D J W Randolph secretary HE J Proctor treasurer and Wood Coleman Tyler in the lodge room of Fillmore.
Farmers in the Fifth District show strong interest in the Terre Haute based Farmers’ Short Course set for January 29 and February 4. Organizers expect over 1,500 attendees with Purdue experts supervising each department. Courses cover poultry care, dairying, seed selection, soil building, crop rotation, grain quality, and domestic science for farmers wives. A corn show is included at no extra charge.
A merchant named C. C. Rurch thanks the Amo public for patronage during a sale regarded as highly successful, noting strong demand and fair, advertised prices. He confirms sales continue through the week with late Saturday hours and expresses pride in earning customer confidence.
A full bank statement summary reports totals aggregating 252 4415 86 across Amo and this place. Coatsville deposits reach 814 305 47 and 103 140 39. The figures reflect a solid showing for both banks given the towns’ population.
Poem expresses enduring devotion across years from youth to old age. The speaker vows unwavering love as time passes and seasons change. It paints images of blooming meadows and winter winds while affirming fidelity and shared life. The refrain asserts love will endure despite aging.
The HeRALp office offers various job tasks at living prices and quick turnaround. The text notes ongoing debates about earth shape in stores, mentioning references to four corners in the bible.
Rev. R. R. Bulgin of Indianapolis will preach at the Christian Church next Sunday morning and evening. He is a new minister at this place and highly recommended. Everybody invited to attend and hear two excellent sermons.
A ten year old boy, sent to school, fails to answer who made him. The teacher forces the phrase and hours later the boy, in distress, blurts out I know I forgot the gentle my man's name.
Last Sunday January 15 at 6 o'clock a dinner honored Mr J H Steers on his 60th birthday. The host wife planned a dressy affair to please him and guests praised his appearance and cheer. All wished him 60 more birthdays in a warm, convivial gathering.
The Farmers Institute will meet in Stilesville on Saturday January 21 1911 starting at 10 o clock. Morning program includes an address by Mr. Burnside An Ear of Corn and How to Grow it with discussion led by W H Brown. Afternoon features Life and the Woman in the Country with music and an address by Mr. Burnside How to Restore Economics by an Unproductive Farm. Dinner welcome, public invited to attend. Harris vice chairman.
The Bloomfield Democrat, a new local paper edited by Fenton J. Lawler known as Curly, shows strong business support. Lawler, a noted printer, recently married Roxie Webster, an expert linotype operator, and the couple are positioned to grow the newspaper, with best wishes for success and full collection of subscriptions.
The Census Bureau cannot announce the exact center of population within two to three weeks but indicates it lies about fourteen miles west of the Bartholomew County point established after the 1900 census.
The Rev. Tel R. Hicks Almanac for 11d is ready and offered with the Rev Hicks Magazine Word and Works. Both are one dollar a year. Almanac priced 34 cents prepaid. Send to Word and Works Publishing Company St Louis Mo.
The colored seven member troupe under Coatsville School Piano Committee will perform at the Coatsville Assembly Hall in early February. They previously drew the largest local audience during a January 1909 show and are praised by the committee.
Glen Brows owner offers 20 pood Jersey and short horn milking cows partly fresh and balance heavy springers at the Kersey livery barn on Saturday January 21 1911. Terms include six months credit or a three percent cash discount. Hid Waters was in Brazil Sunday.
Bainbridge aims to build a canning factory and a furniture firm through harmony among business men. The piece argues that jealous rivals hurt the town, urges support for home trade and local publishing, and promises forthcoming “Man About Town” columns to expose wrongs and defend community progress.
A court witness was cautioned to answer directly and not speculate. The interrogator pressed about driving a wagon and clarified misunderstandings while noting remarks about a nearby town visit. Report mentions Abe Base Ball players and a good season for the local team.
Marion High School beat Lebanon 26 to 24 after a foul prone first half 15 to 12. Rushville defeated Connersville 43 to 17 as district contenders for an Indiana University meet. Purdue opened conference play with a 34 to 16 win over Wisconsin in a fast, hard fought game. Scottsburg beat Columbus Independents 31 to 23 at Austin rink with Kent and Noe shining. Indoor baseball season ended as American Central Life defeated Lillys 5 to 3 in a close Commercial League finale.
Clever passing and strong defense lead Earlham to a 36 to 15 win over the University of Cincinnati. Rowe and Conrad dominated play with seven fouls charged to Rowe, Regan suffered a bruise yet finished the game, and Dolly Gray of Rose Poly shined in a 26 to 18 Rose Poly win over Michigan Aggies with three field goals each half.
Hanover topped Moores Hill 21 to 10 as star forward Qashiell was sidelined after a 6 to 60 lead. Referee Snott allowed a footballlike style with one foul for Hanover and four for Moores Hill. Captain Voris led Hanover with five baskets from guard. Indiana University routed DePauw 20 to 5 in their home opener, outplaying the Methodists throughout and seizing the early lead before Dale sparked DePauw in a late rally.
Now is the time to print and have horse bills ready for the season. See us for that class of work. We are prepared for all kinds of job work at the Heraup office.
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