03 Mar 1910
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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1910
Page
1
The Jasper circuit jury found the defendant guilty in the Stile v Bader case, holding the steel for a bridge contract failed to meet specifications, causing about 8400 in damages. The trial featured state witness Wallace and notes about local figures and a mix of unrelated ads and notices interspersed in the report.
Individual Ab Whitaker manager requests the debtor to contact the State Bank to settle outstanding obligations owed to the Francesville Clay Product Co as indicated in the notice.
At the second school board meeting the present term will end May 20. Mr Wooley declines reappointment as superintendent and plans to depart for Germany in June. Juniors begin Solid Geometry while Sophomore German studies Immensee. Athletic practice potential with key players named. Miss Bessie Ale, a junior, will move to Noblesville for continued high school work. Monmouth English class surprised teachers by walking quietly to a recitation last Tuesday.
Francesville once boasted a organized and equipped militia that proved ready for duty when needed. Captain Joe Engle recounted a hoax telegram from an impostor posing as the governor ordering the unit to Indianapolis to quell a riot. The men fell ill until a doctor declared them sound and the prankster a tease.
Department of Horticulture at Purdue Experiment Station campaigns to save southern Indiana orchards from San José scale. Experts show how to spray prune and care for fruit trees with outdoor all day demonstrations in the county. Growers report profits up to 400 per acre yearly and plan to attend.
A first class moving picture show appears at the opera house three nights a week Tuesday Thursday and Saturday. 6000 feet of the best and most popular films will be run at each entertainment. Admission 5c and 10c.
One team of horses and a double set of driving harness are for sale. Inquire of R. T. Alkire.
Money at 5 percent with small commission promoted by Myers the land man for farm loans. The notice invites farmers to contact him for borrowing funds.
Farm horse weighing 1400 pounds offered for sale with inquiry directed to the city marshal.
J. K. Schick and his family, residents for three years, relocated to Peoria Illinois this week. The March moving season has drawn many households from the area, and the Schicks were well regarded as part of the community’s best class.
Sam Booker slipped beside a moving wagon loaded with household goods last week and suffered a badly mashed right arm just above the elbow. The injury is not believed serious though the incident was highly painful.
Town board held a regular meeting on Tuesday night and authorized payment of routine bills. An ordinance regulating bowling alley licenses was passed and will appear elsewhere in this issue.
A Sunday evening celebration surprised John F. Kopka on his 51st birthday with two gatherings in town. Guests included many Kopka and Westphal relatives. a lunch followed at 10 o’clock. A farewell reception for Chas Ale and family attracted 75 friends at the Lehmann home with flowers, refreshments, and entertainment. Blue Front Drug Store promotes Mandy Lee Incubators and Fireless Brooders, highlighting automatic Mandy Lee moisture control through a hygrometer for precise heat.
An advertisement from Blue Front Drug Store praises a specially recommended oil for incubators and lamps. The copy promises steadier temperatures, non smoking chimneys, and bright white light with a money back guarantee.
The 28th annual meeting of the Northern Indiana Teachers' Association will be held in Fort Wayne on April 7 through 9. Prominent speakers are expected and a large attendance is anticipated from various regions.
Ed Merrell of Kokomo completed a deal to take possession of the Commercial Hotel, previously owned by Ed Emman of Kokomo. Also received notices from Rev Caspar Garrigues and wife of St. Louis announcing the arrival of a son on February 15.
Public sale to be held at School Section Beaver township six miles east of Francesville on Wednesday March 9 1910. Livestock and farm implements offered under usual terms. George Long and John Burger with wife moved to their new home at Kniman Indiana on Tuesday.
Mitchell Tribune recalls early Monon days with Tom Castell describing wood fuel steam era. Fires went out and crews kindled on rail fences. passengers preferred speed despite delays. Flat rails, loose ends curling up, wheels under floors, and a tri weekly express. water hauled in buckets from ponds to fill boilers.
Twelve years after rural routes began the department reports more carriers than city mail workers. Rural districts spent 34.5 million dollars last year with 39,148 carriers, while city delivery cost 26.26 million with 26,352 carriers employed.
We express our sincere thanks to the many friends and relatives and Rev E B Devault for their kindest attention at the cemetery during the burial of our dear son Oscar. Mr and Mrs Wm Davis.
The Ale family moved Tuesday with Chas. Ale and relatives leaving the neighborhood after years of residence. Friends and the Tribune extend best wishes for their success in the new surroundings.
Real estate note from Myers the land man offering cash buyers for farms in Jasper White and Pulaski counties. Buyer aims to revise a 1910 list within 30 days and asks sellers to call to be convinced.
Prospect offered by C A Hoke of Francesville Indiana includes an eight year old brood mare weighing twelve hundred pounds. Sound and well broken. Terms cash or time. Contact address R R No 1 and phone 114 F Francesville Ind.
L A Hoeflin of Washington Illinois seeks two farms with improvements preferably in a German neighborhood. Mrs W D Byers is in Attica this week visiting friends. September 1.
An extract from the Chalmers Dispatch editorial urges parents to discuss their children’s schoolwork with teachers and the superintendent. It emphasizes honesty, high standards, and parental engagement to prepare students for life, noting athletics should not override academic eligibility.
The Indiana State Board of Forestry offers 40.00 in prizes to stimulate forestry study. Awards split 20.00 to country graded schools and 10.00 to top essay from seventh and eighth grades. High schools compete with 20.00 total and 10.00 each for freshmen-sophomores and juniors-seniors. Essays limited to 1000 words and due May 1. The board may publish winning papers and distribute them nationally. For more details write State Forester Indianapolis Indiana.
A social will be given for the young people at the M. FE. church Friday evening March 4. A suitable program will be rendered. Refreshments 10 cents. Everybody invited.
Pickle contracts open for the coming year with C A Ball Orie Haymond or at Dye Thomson Lumber yard Knox Pickle and Preserving Co seeking bids as indicated by a local notice.
Local notice finds a watch and chain and offers them to the rightful owner upon proof of property and payment of the advertisement cost. The notice identifies H A Myers as the contact.
A brief notice for Thursday evening March 3 at the M E Church. Dr. Elijah P. Brown is the man associated with the event.
The Clothier Porter's highlights spring footwear featuring women's Oxfords and children's five toe Oxford styles. The message markets new shoe fits and fashion for all ages.
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