Secretary Lansing Resigns Amid Controversy and Cabinet Rift
The resignation of Secretary of State Robert Lansing follows a long running disagreement with President Wilson. The President cites Lansing’s illness era cabinet meetings and a near war incident with Mexico among the issues. The events echo past resignations and spark partisan speculation about Lansing’s political leanings. A separate sale notice lists farm assets at Charles Crayden’s near Mott Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Lansing
Lansing
Wilson
U. S
Jenkins
Mexico
William J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Heas
Peace Commission
Paris
Benjamin Harrison
James G. Blaine
Bryan
Germany
Washington
Republcan
Electric Power at Wagon Factory in Keller Plant
The Keller Wagon Factory plans an electric plant to provide light and power for the saw mill and spoke and wheel departments. Morris Fleshman and assistant Charlee Keller have worked long on the project but face material delays. The company allocates a substantial sum for the installation. A two year old mule will be sold at Rissler's sale near Mott on Friday February 26 at 1 PM by auctioneer R F Davis. Mrs FH A Faith of Fowler subscribes to the Democrat and notes she will vote with the news to inform her decision. she also comments on a severe winter and improving weather. she runs a restaurant and reports good business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Fleshman
Charlee Keller
Rissler
Mott
Velock P
FH. A. Faith
Fowler
Democrat
Faith
New Farm Implement Firm Formed by Becker Family
John A. Becker and his two sons John L. and Edward W. Becker form a partnership to continue the farm implement business at the same Corydon location near the South bridge previously run by Kost and Becker. Mrs Lena Meurer widow of John Meurer will auction his personal property on Tuesday March 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Becker
John L
Edward W
Sie Place
Kost and
Becker
John W. Becker
Kost & Becker
Corydon
South Bridge
The
Democrat
Lena Meurer
John Meurer
Sanford D. McIntosh Dies in Louisville
Sanford D McIntosh 40 died at 2727 Bank Street Louisville from pneumonia He was formerly of Corydon and New Albany survived by wife and parents two brothers Robert and Harold Funeral held at home with burial in Portland cemetery He worked for Peter Neal Richardson Co and lived much of his youth in Corydon A separate sale listing farm equipment will be held in Taylor Township near Rosewood on Friday February 20 Auctioneers Joan Seipel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanford . McIntosh
Iti McIntosh
New Albany
Corydon
Bank Street
Louisville
Robert
Harold
Portland Cemetery
Peter-Neal Richardson Company
Bucker Brother
Taylor Township
Rosewood
Ohio River
Joan Seipel
Influenza Keeps School Closed and Local Ills Reported
Many locals suffer illnesses including tonsillitis neuralgia and severe cold. The season brings influenza closing the school while residents like James Coovert and several Williar family members are noted as sick or recovering. Nearby visits and family funerals are recorded amid the illness cluster.
Postponed Sale Due to Weather in New Albany Area
John White postponed a sale planned for Saturday February 14 to February 21 at a Candee incubator barn with 1200 capacity near Byrneville. The notice lists address 962 E Elm St New Albany Ind and mentions county rep needed for auto products and a separate public auction Monday March 1 near Corydon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John White
Antil
Byrneville
Jonathan Jenkins
Elm Street
New Albany
Ind
Piano and organ sale by Indiana music dealer
For sale one used Fischer piano one used Kingsbury piano and one used parlor organ. Frank Skireman a music dealer based in Corydon Indiana offers these instruments to buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fischer
Kingsbury
Frank Skireman
Corydon
Ind
Marriage Licenses Issued In Area County News
Claud C. Miller and Ruth B. Pate received a marriage license along with Nelson D. Gilmore and Nina K. Curts. The notice lists the couples as newly wed certificates issued in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud C. Miller
Ruth B. Pate
Nelson D. Gilmore
Nina K. Curts
Bottorff Honored on 94th Birthday Near Corydon
Lorenzo D. Bottorff born February 11 is celebrated as a respected Harrison county resident living two miles west of town. The obituary note highlights his longevity family, mentions brother Jackson Bottorff of Clark county and sisters Mrs. Lucy Hisey and Mrs. Andrew Keller, and records his decent health. Also lists chiropractor schedule at Corydon office over the Post Office on Sundays Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 1 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorenzo D. Bottorff
Bottorff
Harrison County
Jackson Bottorff
Clark County
Lucy I. Hisey
Andrew C. Keller
Mr. Bottorff
Bond Sale Notice for Harrison County Highway Bonds
Harrison County Indiana Treasurer announces sale of 9500 bond par value highway improvement bonds at 2 PM March 2 1920 in Corydon. Bonds are 450 each 20 total interest 4.5 percent payable semiannually for 10 years deeded March 2 1920 approved by state officials, bid rejection reserved.
Harrison County Indiana Bond Notice in Brief
Value of 2200.00 bearing interest 4.5 percent per annum payable semiannually on Nov 15 each year. Bond appt by Ben Trussell et al between Posey and Tainer townships, Harrison County Indiana. Dated March 2, 1920 with $110.00 due May 15, 14921. Right reserved to reject any and all bids. Wm Taylor Treasurer Harrison County Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Taylor
Farrison County
Indiana
Board of Commissioners of
Harrison County
State Board of Tax Commissioners
State of
Icr
Ben Trussell
Posey
Tainer
Notice of Bond Issue Hearing Harrison County Indiana
Harrison County Board of Commissioners petitions the State Board of Tax Commissioners to approve a 310640 bond issue to improve Charles McCutcheon road in Blue River Township. Hearing set March 1, 1920 in Indianapolis. Objections welcome from interested taxpayers. Feb 11, 1920.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Indiana
Harrison County
Harrison County Board of Commissioners
Charles McCutcheon
Blue River Township
Board of County Commissioners
County of Harrison
State of India Ang
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Auditor’s
Board of Tax Commissioners
Indianapolis
Ind
State Capitol
David C. Fouts
John E. Windell
Thomas H. Smith
Board of Commissioners, Harrison Co
Bond Issuance Request Filed For Harrison County Highway
Harrison County Indiana Board of Commissioners seeks approval from the State Board of Tax Commissioners to issue bonds totaling 815,800 for a free gravel or macadam highway in Frankfort township as specified in contracts with C. J. Treece. A public hearing is set for March 1 1920 at 9 AM in Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Indiana
County of Harrison
Board of County Commissioners
Harrison County
Indiana
Julius E. Zabel
County of
Harrison
State of
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Frank Ho
Julus
C. J Treece
Indianapolis
State House
David Co Fouts
John L. Windell
Thomas H Smith
Board of Commissioners
Fragmentary lingering text from a late issue
OCR fragment provides sparse tokens 10c 10c 30c and scattered letters. No clear names, places, events, or dates to identify a specific news item or notice. Unable to determine a coherent item without fuller readable context.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charles Crayden
Keller Wagon Factory
NEW Business Firm
Jac. H. Becker & Sons
Kost
Sanford D. McIntosh
Clifton
Ray Williar
Willie Behweitzer
Miss Abide Williar
Johhm Arnold
H. N. Williar
James Coovert
Leavenworth
Anna Williar
Cecil Ellis
Edd Elis
South Boone
Harry A. Williar
Elizabeth
Martha Tourge Missie
Sullweltzer
Earl Williar
Laura Evalyn
J. C. May
John Schweitzer
Wm Rhodes
Ambrose Cline
Scott Township
M. E. Bennett
Mellie
John T Bennett
Chester
Violet
Winfordsville
Clarence Bennett
Indiana Sales Co
Elsby
O. D. Stark's
Corycon
Warriage License
Fairbanks & Morse Light Plants
Perfection Milkers
E. & B. Machinery
Newton & Brinley Wagons
Milwaukee & Sweedish
Kokomo
Vulcan Walking Plows
E. B., B. Tractors
New Century
Janesville
Osborne & Massey
Harris Binders
Maytag Multi Washers
Homestead
Calumet
E. B
Martin
McCormick
Deering
Milwaukee
Champion
Osborne
E. B. Standard
Massey- Harris
Walter A. Wood
Johnson
John H. Becker & Sons
Cowen McPhilips
Fosey
Webster
Wm, Taylor
Attest, Sam C Mauck
Eee
Evrer Saat
Armour
Maccaroni
Alaska
Pillsbury’s
SOAPS
Kirk’s
Miles’ Variety Store
T. P. Govan
M. D
New Middletown
Smoot
Corydon, Davis
Smith’s Jewelry Store
Palmyra
Johnson’s Hotel
Corydon Jct
Isterling Drug Store
Deacon Dubbs
Valley City
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