Democrats Plan Campaign Speakers For Indiana Fight
INDIANAPOLIS July 31 Hendren heads the Speakers Bureau for the State Democratic Committee and lines up top speakers for the campaign. Senators Shively Kern and Vice President Marshall are courted, with President Wilson possibly visiting Indiana. Bryan expected to tour districts, while county tickets near completion signals strong party organization and voter registration efforts.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Bei Hendren
State Committee
National Democratic Campaign Committee
Washington
Hendren
Democratic State Committee
Shively and
Kern
Wilson
Indiana
Korbly
Democratic Party
Shively
Marshall
Ralston
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Expenditures and Tax Levis for Washington Township 1914
The Trustee A D Chew announces at the August 1 1914 meeting estimates for 1915: township expenditures 1200 and tax 10c per hundred. local tuition expenditures 4200 and tax 35c. special school tax 2000 and 15c. poor expenditures 100 and 1c. other items to be expended at 1 per hundred. total 9500 and total tax 76c per hundred. Taxables total 1 263090 with net property 1 217075 and 256 polls.
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Washington Township
Putnam County
Cloverdale Township
Advisory Board
Cloverdale
Positive Proof Endorsement Claim From Greencastle Citizen
William W. Matkin of Greencastle testifies Doan's Kidney Pills relieved back and kidney pain after a railroad wreck. He notes frequent kidney secretions and ongoing relief from using the product. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y endorses the remedy.
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Greencastle
William W. Matkin
Carpenter
Washington St
Dean
Doan
Mr. Matkin
Foster-Milburn Co., Props
Buffalo
N. Y
Notice of Sale of Church Property Auction in Cloverdale
I will receive bids for the sale of the New Hebron Church property in west Cloverdale Township until August 20, 1914, when the property will be deeded to the highest cash bidder. JOHN A. HAWKINS, Trustee. July 28, 1934, 21 July 31.
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Hebron Church
West Cloverdale Township
John A. Hawkins
How to Cure a Sprain and Sunday Church Aid
Advice states a sprain heals in about one third the normal time with Cham berlain's ointment and bottle directions. Morning services at the Christian Church featured Rev. Hootman on Life Abundant and a praised duet by Mrs. Clay Brothers and Mr. Turner with a solo by Mr. Turner.
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Chamberlain
The
Christian Church
Hootman
Notice of Putnam County road bonds sale
Treasurer H H Runyan offers for sale twenty road bonds of 248 dollars each dated August 12 1914 in Russell township Putnam County Indiana. Total issue 4860 dollars. Interest 4 percent due May 15 1915 payable at the treasurer’s office Green Castle. Sealed bids due by noon August 15. Also 1914 tax and expenditure figures for Cloverdale Township and trustee Oscar Michael with totals for 1915.
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Putnam County
Indiana
Greencastle
John W. Clodfelter
Russell Township
Court House
H. H. Runyan
Joseph and brothers questioned on treachery and selling
A class discussion centers on the biblical story of Joseph and his brothers. A teacher asks about the crime, the motive, and the betrayal as a bright pupil stumbles through the line about selling Joseph for silver.
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Kirk
Joseph
Viaiing Minster
Jaco
Willie and the Lost Dog Farce
Willie searches for his dog Fido and cries news to his family. The mother doubts his sightings and Willie trails off aggrieved, insisting his imagination is a white behind as he laments the color mixup.
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Willie
Fido
Witte
An American son sends hope to Glasgow couple
An elderly Glasgow couple, disheartened by dull trade, write of worry over poverty and a possible poorhouse. After three weeks a letter arrives from their son in America promising to return in another fortnight and to be with them.
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Huerta
Mexico
Wilson
Madero
Glasgow
Found a Horse Sparks Jailhouse Dialogue
A saggy dialogue unfolds with a jail releasees plea about finding a horse and evading accusation of stealing. A friend questions the motive, noting the prior jail time while the convesation hints at a misunderstood claim.
Trying His Hand in a Scottish Parish Tale
A Scots parish minister tests a family member or neighbor about church attendance. The reply affirms no decline in devotion, though the speaker admits to feeling restless and pacing about, suggesting inner conflict between duty and restlessness.
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Joan
Treatment of Sick Fowls and Breeding Considerations
Farmers' Review advises killing sick fowls in most cases as treatment rarely pays off. High priced birds may be cured for eggs to hatch other valuable stock, but cured fowls should not be sold. Emphasizes good nutrition and surroundings plus sunshine to boost recovery.
Poultry Vermin Control Through Cleaning and Dusting
The article explains that fowls suffer from vermin and insects, urging regular cleaning of poultry houses. It recommends movable furniture, outside kerosene applications, interior whitewashing, occasional sulfur dusting, insect powder blown into birds, and periodic removal of earthen floor surfaces, stressing large scale poultry benefits.
Wyandotte Breed Noted for Handsome Form
A brisk note highlights one of the handsomest Wyandotte breeds known for its striking look and robust form. The concise item emphasizes breed features and exhibition appeal.
Selecting Pigeons for Best Mating in Flocks
A good knowledge of the flock is essential to best results in mating birds. Pigeons with the greatest number of similar good points and with fewer similar faults should be mate. Desirable qualities may be introduced into the flock by careful selection and mating of pigeons having those particular characteristics desired. The birds mated should be in the best condition possible.
Prevent Egg Eating With Nest Protection And Breeding
Fall preparation protects eggs from owls with curtains before exposed nests. Use trap nests to test pullets and select best layers for next spring hatching. A successful poultry raiser kept detailed records from hatch to lay and now uses one superior breed.
Have Something to Sell Always Offer Poultry Products
A note urges keeping a steady sale of goods, suggesting consistent stock beats waiting for others to buy. It argues that relying on others to dispose of poultry products shows poor judgment and business sense.
Tamping Roller Sets New Standard In Road Construction
The tamping roller is described as the most efficient machine for compacting earth or stone roads and foundations. It consolidates from the bottom up, overcoming depth limitations of smooth or grooved rollers, and uses a cultivated sequence to reach full depth before riding the surface.
Drainage Tied to Roads and Farms by Engineer Marshall
George W. Marshall of Fond du Lac Wisconsin told the joint legislative committee on Public Roads that road drainage should align with farm drainage whenever possible. He noted road drains often serve farms and farm outlets can assist road drainage, and urged cooperation between road authorities and farmers to save money.
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George W. Marshall
Fond du Lac
Wis
Joint Legislative Committee On Public Roads
Marshall
The Value of Wellgraded Roads
The best argument for good roads is a well built road. Practical driving on an improved highway proves the need for better roads and shows taxpayers the value of increased funding for road construction.
Good Working Road Drag Ready for Practical Use
A South Dakota farmer built a road drag four years ago and, after fair trials, it satisfies. It draws dirt, fills ruts, and sheds water. the front edge should be chambered to crush dirt. strap iron protects timber. The N P R R favors good roads. Washington state notes rail support. Northern Pacific offers spur tracks to quarry sites and will relinquish abandoned rights of way for state roads.
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South Dakota
Washington
Northern Pacific Railroad
Two Basic Propositions in Public Highway Improvement
The article discusses two core questions in highway policy. First, securing funds for construction and maintenance, and second, spending those funds to maximize miles of permanently improved roads at the lowest cost.
Good Roads Help Farmer Grow Community Ties
The piece highlights how good roads benefit farmers by improving accessibility to schools churches and social connections. It emphasizes sociability and broader life opportunities enabled by better transportation infrastructure.
Notice to Graveload Tractors Construction Bid
Public notice from Putnam County Indiana informs sealed bids will be accepted for the George Bicknell road project in Greencastle Township. Bids due by a stated date, with bonds required and residency or surety conditions, and the right to reject bids reserved.
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Board of Commissioners of the ‘of
Putnam
State of Indian
Greencastle
Indiana
Greencastle Township
Purpty
George Bicknell Road
Gree Ana
Case of L L Hanteloy and Chamber Colic cure claim
A man in Cy don Texas describes his wife suffering months with severe illness. After trying doctors and medicines, a 25 cent Chamber Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy bottle allegedly cured her after the second bottle. The note implies dealers and sales context.
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L. L. Canteloy
Cydon
Texas
Pale Ty
Notice to Non-Residents Putnam Circuit Foreclosure
Public notice in Putnam Circuit Court states Delilah F. Sutherlin versus L Miller et al for foreclosing mortgage. Defendants Minnie L. Miller and Albert Miller must appear by September 17, 1914 to answer the complaint. Court seal at Greencastle. Arthur J. Hamrick clerk. Pearl Newper. William M. Sutherlin, attorney.
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Putnam Circuit
Delilah F. Sutherlin
L. Miller
Will M. Sutherlin
Minnie L. Miller
Albert Miller
State of Indiana
Putnami Court
A. D
Greencastle
Fragmentary Legal Notice Mentions Individuals and Dates
The dated text references Andrew J. Sweeney and W M Sutherlin with July marks and an administrative context, suggesting a probate or legal notice. The garbled OCR restricts full details but indicates a formal filing or announcement needing attention.
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Andrew J. Sweeney
W. M. Sutherlin
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Washington Post
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New Haven
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Pullman
Western Steel Car Foundry
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Mexico City
Mississippi
Europe
IES
Oscar Michael
Lt Herald
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Standard Golden Wyandottes
Grees
C. L. Atrhart
Puta County
Aue Postal
State of
Putman
Arthur J. Hamrick
William M. Sutherlin
Nam County
John Sweeney
Diana
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