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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
1
Local items report hay for sale, horse covers and gasoline deals at Jentzs and Porter. Francesville area notes include farm crop doubts for oats, a young woman’s sudden death after childbirth, a runaway accident injuring L M Horney, various political and legal notes, and regional business ads as the week’s happenings.
The Democratic judicial convention in North Judson nominated Atty. Frank Vurpillat for judge on the first ballot. Vurpillat received 18 votes while Geo. Burson had 4, C. H. Peters 5, and A. C. Courtright 8. For the office of prosecutor H. B. Glazebrook edged W. J. Reed by three votes.
Governor Hanly issues a proclamation under the 1901 law to bar shipment into Indiana of dairy and breeding cattle with tuberculosis and other contagious diseases. State health officials and Dr. J. N. Harty support the move, aiming to ensure animals statewide are tuberculin tested before entry.
The Walkerton Independent argues that true public service comes from those who avoid politics and do not seek office. It contends the best officials are often those who care little for office and advocate fewer professional politicians for a better public service.
A Winamac editorial notes that after the town went dry, men returning from North Judson or Logansport with a full suitcase of liquor face suspicion. The piece argues the social stigma of carrying booze home remains strong in the community.
The article traces Indiana figures who appeared on major party tickets from 1852 to present, noting George W. Julian on Hale’s ticket in 1852, Hendricks’ second-plac e runs, and later figures such as Harrison, Fairbanks, Kern, and others. It highlights a Denver convention pattern and ends with townsman pride in a native Indianian receiving a great honor.
The piece notes political currents will slow business until after voting, but abundant crops will boost incomes for railroads merchants and farmers alike, easing debt and broadening market activity as prosperity resumes. Hall's Cash Store advertises Saturday produce including celery peaches and a stock of citrus and tropical fruits.
Rural route patrons are urged to ensure mail is addressed correctly and to notify the carrier in writing when visitors receive mail. Prepay postage, use stamped envelopes, and have mail addressed to the correct route box number and post office, state. Do not rely on others to mail or stamp mail. be vigilant with your mail handling.
The Francesville team defeated the Wolcott Greys 13 to 12 in twelve innings on Sunday. Wolcott led 9 to 3 after eight, Francesville rallied to tie, Lowery nearly won on a dash in the tenth but was tagged out on a relay, and Gilsinger scored on a passed ball in the twelfth to clinch the win.
Atty. Harry C. Miller of North Judson was nominated last Thursday for the district covering Starke, Pulaski and St. Joseph counties. Two other candidates, H. R. Robbins of Knox and Simon Bybee of North Judson, also seek the post. Miller is a young, capable lawyer who did not seek office and pledges no pre election promises, aiming to represent the district impartially if elected.
The Association for the Old Settlers' Picnic schedules the event for Saturday August 22 at Nye's Park in Winamac. T. B. Hedges seeks both Republican and Democratic nominees for Congress to address the meeting.
The Salem Evangelical church in Francesville hosts Children’s Day Exercises next Sunday afternoon July 26 at two o’clock. A hearty invitation extends to all members and friends of the congregation to attend. E Gehle, Pastor.
Clarence Rusk oldest son of Allie Rusk broke his arm while playing in a hay man last week. The fracture is in the same place as the previous break.
Burget and Sons advertises a trade in program inviting customers to exchange their old buggy for a new outfit, promoting a simple swap and renewal. The notice emphasizes ease of upgrading and appeals to general buyers seeking modernization.
The Ladies Aid Society of Christaan Church in Winamac will serve dinner on Saturday July 25 at the church. Delegates to the county convention and all others are invited. Mrs. Luella Swisher is president.
The Francesville cemetery trustees ask residents to help restore and maintain grounds by spading up leveling reseeding and mowing. A special committee will request contributions to fund the work since township funds are insufficient. Remittances may be sent to any trustee. Interested parties should inform the trustees about lot-specific work needs.
Washington postoffice officials defend rural free delivery as a paying proposition. They say it increases correspondence and printed matter, raises postal receipts, and saves over twelve million dollars annually in postmasters' fees from discontinued offices. It is claimed to stay and be perfected to deliver mail free daily to every resident.
The Kasson Minnesota market day drew 500 teams as a merchant offered a prize for the farmer with the most eggs and another prize for the farmer who bought the largest bill of goods. The event strengthens ties between country and town, benefiting both sides.
Are you risking valuable papers by keeping them on premises rent a safe deposit box in the bank fire proof vault. Boxes require two keys and two locks none alike. One key each. Cost one dollar per year. Also selling a Champion binder inquire Geo Helman R R 3 Francesville Ind.
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