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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1916
Page
3
A forward look at speed mania shows fewer fans at the capital event and waning interest as the sport nears its zenith. The winner’s time was slower than last year and enthusiasm drops as decision hour nears. Auto racing may not replace horse racing in public favor.
Independent from Colnersville house building, a steady push for wage earners to save is gaining ground. Young men seek land on easy terms to buy lots for future outright ownership, aiming to cultivate savings, self reliance, and lasting community progress.
The two office boys who tried to steal a money package from J P Morgan Co were captured after confessing they expected only a few hundred dollars. They planned to bet on a Kentucky race, buy two winning horses, form a boy scout squad, and travel to Mexico to claim a $50 000 reward for Villa. The piece questions whether such boys could exist in Indiana.
James P. Hornaday of the Indianapolis News, writing from Chicago, argues there is little opposition likely against the Republican and Progressive platforms at the coming convention. He notes 24 leaders could draft a matching platform for both camps, indicating the split is not fundamental. Theodore Roosevelt’s decision in the next ten days could determine whether opposition to Wilson’s reelection divides further.
Roosevelt coins the term weasel words criticizing President Wilson. He cites universal voluntary training as an example likening it to a truancy law that would force universal school attendance except for those who stay away.
The author condemns Germany and England for gloating over naval destruction at Jetland. He argues that war reveals savagery in supposedly civilized powers, contrasting peacetime civility with brutal killing enabled by modern weapons.
Old guard Republicans deny packing the Chicago delegation. Of over nine hundred, 142 who served in 1912 will again, with many new business leaders, form the delegations this year. Observers say the emphasis on business men over full time politicians could foster unity and reduce political intrigue.
The city of Indianapolis paid a woman 2000 dollars for injuries from a fall in front of a saloon owned by Home Brewing Co. The city then sued the brewer for the amount plus costs, alleging a defective walk caused by rolling beer barrels. Shelbyville awarded Indianapolis the amount. outcome depends on mayoral action to suspend sentence.
An official order bans all meat in Germany for eight weeks and possibly three months. Food distribution chief urges patience and notes hope for Hil may emerge. Many previously meat reliant citizens face adaptation to a plant based diet as Germany grapples with the restriction.
Germany announces a naval victory over Great Britain in the North Sea noting heavier losses on the British side. The report says Germany sank more enemy fighting craft while suffering severe losses, leaving Britain with remaining ships if the battle continues with similar losses.
Roger Sullivan of Illinois will oppose Marshall for the vice presidency and already opened headquarters at St Louis. President Wilson expressed willingness to have Marshall again as running mate while warming to Taggert and would likely accept Sullivan if needed.
A banner from 1860 used during Lincoln's first nomination is featured at the large Chicago convention. The piece is highly prized, and the borrower is noted as Wye Git Parveen.
The owner announces a $10,000 bond to secure the safe return of the banner. Special police officers will guard the banner while it remains in Chicago.
Mexican President Carranza warned he would forcefully eject American troops from Mexican soil. The U S cabinet plans to meet to craft an appropriate response to the hostile manifesto issued about a week earlier.
Thomas R R Marshall in Chicago offers a tribute to Mr Fairbanks as his presidential pick. Public figures face small setbacks, and the talk around Chicago remains unsettled with guesses and claims from multiple candidates.
Col. Roosevelt has stated he will not be present in person at the Chicago convention. The decision may ease nerves among some supporters while others would prefer his attendance.
The United States shipped dye stuffs valued at 400000 during April, and it did not source the material from Germany.
Tuesday to Monday social notes list births and arrivals. Mr and Mrs Roy Handley near Witterloo welcomed a baby boy. Several residents from Brookville to Glenewood visited relatives and attended errands. The column records weekend visits and family trips across small towns.
Mrs 8. Gordin of Alquina visited yesterday afternoon. Mrs George Lennard of Meta Mora spent the day with her parents Mr and Mrs A Aleman of North Grand Avenue. Mr and Mrs Ed Stolz and Mr and Mrs William Adler returned from Crookville after the Centennial celebration. Earl Grubb came back after a weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Monroe Grubb of Bentonville.
The community lists numerous visits and travels among Connersville residents. Couples and families including the Grist and Blackburn households journey to Brookville. Others spend weekends in Connersville, Anderson, Indianapolis, Liberty, Laurel, and Ever ton, with several staying to visit relatives.
Memorial services were well attended with a voice sermon by Rev. D. R. Moore. Numerous guests visited relatives at Sunday gatherings, including the Beek, Bond, Shepard, Weers, Haag, Covington, Bryson, and Hubbell families, plus long lists of local residents and travelers from Fairfield and Liberty. Multiple households hosted dinners and decorations Day events.
Miss Emma Ingram and Miss Garnet Tate called on Mrs. Carrie Kingery Thursday. Sunday guests included Will Thomas of Mast Connersville with Thomas Bryson and wife, and Mr. and Mrs. T Bryson with Martha Thomas at Longwood. Others visited relatives, sang, or spent time with friends on Garrison Creek and in Cincinnati.
Willett Larimore visits Comneraville Monday while William Stevens spends days with Frank Cotton. Marie Utter and Anna Smith go to Terre Haute for Normal school. Marion Larimore visits Hartsville relatives. Fred Perkins and wife tour Dunreth with Mrs. Weers in Connersville. Mrs. Edward Smith visits her mother Mrs. Morris Kirk. The Ladies Aid met with Mrs. Mary Williams. Preaching and Sunday school planned for Sunday. Charley Miers joins Hydro Electric Co. in nearby town. Various residents and guests appear at gatherings around Connersville and vicinity.
Andy Young and wife entertain his mother from Maton Ohio for a few days. Mrs Charles Banks and children return to Rush county after visiting Mrs Banks mother. Robert Davis of Newcastle visits his grandparents Mr and Mrs Ky Hughes. Watton Hanna and wife visit relatives. Lizzie Davis hosts a Sunday dinner with George Davis family Fred Wilson Vern Beckett Orpha Price Kathryn Beckett. Frend Cockefair of Connersville spends days with his parents Dr S K Chordin who is recovering from surgery at Mayette Sanitarium. Sufe Cocherair and family drive to Anderson to visit Mrs Arren Retiner. Lee Retherford family Jesse Linder Frank Retherford and family call on Mrs Lida Retherford Sunday.
James Lake and family of Bear Creek hosted Remy and family on Wednesday. Charles Crandel and wife visited Ben Davis and wife Sunday. Lon Sacre and wife from Alquina had dinner with Joe White and wife. Roscoe Dukate’s family visited Mrs. William Backens. L. I. Retherford and son Howard visited James Lake. Misworth Gettinger and family dined with I. B. Brusler and wife. Marl Lines and Andrew Lines visited Quincey Price and wife. Edward Albright and wife spent Sunday at the Hanson farm.
Mr. and Mrs. T. GC Bryson attended Mrs. Day's funeral at Laurel on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Bond of Quakertown spent Saturday night and Sunday with WH Kingery and family. Lester Dalrymple and Homer Perin attended Children's Day exercises at Alpine on Sunday. Miss Emima Ingram visited relatives in Connersville on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Perkins visited relatives in Connersville on Sunday. Mrs. Carrie Hryson and Grace visited friends in East Connersville.
Sunday attendance was 67 with a 89 cent collection. Rev. Westhafer gave a memorial address. Guests included Morton Williams and family at J. N. Williams home, and Charley Thomas family. Ladies' Aid Society met at Mrs. J. N. Williams with two contests and four new members.
The Ladies Aid Society met at Mrs. Mary Williams home on Thursday. Four new members were enrolled. Numerous local visits and church attendance noted. Children's Day exercises planned for Sunday evening June 25 with all invited.
Bud Rice spent Sunday with friends in Connersville. Dren spent Sunday with Alva Hamilton and family. Misses Ilie and Iris Turner spent days last week with Mrs. Lawrence Ripberger. Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Bryson attended Mrs. Day’s funeral at Laurel. Bert Murray and children returned to Connersville after a week with Mrs. J. Murray. J. M. Webster and daughter Mary of Connersville visited Harlan Heck, Olive Campbell and Bertha. Elizabeth Wright and Charles, Leona and Elizabeth Guerin joined Edna and Neva Turner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Hasting and children of Connersville spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Martin.
John Garner and family joined Curt Stevens and others for a dinner near Columbia. Al Stone and wife drove to Connersville while services drew Mrs. John Reed and Paul. Willard Hadley and wife from Columbia visited Sherman Stevens. Wilbur Howard’s party visited near Harrisburg. Children’s Day program drew a good crowd. The Furneral of Mrs. W. J. Day was held at Laurel. Will Day and family attended the Brookville Centennial.
Bunyan Martin with a Sunday visit to Connersville. Jesse Reese and family visited Al Reese. Mrs. Grant Traylor and children from New Palestine visited John Gibba’s home. Ed VasRinder stopped in Connersville. Maurice Harlan from near Orange visited Alva Gibbs family. Nellie Moffett shows signs of improvement at Fayette Sanitarium. John Gibbs hosted dinner guests including Grant Traylor, Simmermeyer, Paul Gibbs, Everton, and Alva Gibbs family.
Wiley Chapel plans a Children’s Day observance next Sunday night with short talks by Mr. Paxton and Mrs. Wadsworth of Connersville. A splendid program is in preparation and the public is invited to attend.
The Scranton Republican raises its price from 1 cent to 2 cents per copy starting with today's issue. The paper cites higher material costs due to the war as the reason for the increase.
Muncie Indiana marked its state centennial celebration with an opening today. A pageant tomorrow will dramatize Indiana’s development and more than 2000 people will participate. The industrial exhibit is claimed as the largest ever staged by any Indiana city except Indianapolis.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court Fayette County Indiana appoints an administrator with the will annexed for the estate of Aaron W Hempleman deceased. The estate is considered solvent. Dated May 1 1916. Attest William Reeder Clerk. McKee Wiles Elliott Attorneys.
Administrator Jefferson H. Cuaypool seeks final settlement of the estate of John V. Ross late of the county who died. The Clerk of the Circuit Court is Mayette. Attorneys Florea and Broaddus. Date May 18 1916 with subsequent legal actions May 24 31 and June.
Final settlement of the estate of William H Hatton to be approved by Fayette Circuit Court Connersville Indiana on June 17 1916. Creditors heirs and legatees must appear show cause and prove heirship to receive distributive shares. Clerk William Reider notes May 27 1916.
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids for grading draining and paving a Cannerville Cannerville James McCann road project per 1905 statutes. Bids due by 1 pm on date. bonds double bid. performance bond required. contracts awarded to lowest responsible bidder. right to reject bids. Names Hiram Shipley Reuben H Jerman Daniel W Caldwell Glen Zell appear as officials. June 6 13 20 27 week W-14 21 gg.
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