Returns show Stone renominated and Akins victorious in August primary
In sr. Louis August 5 William J. Stone was renominated by a large Democratic majority. Thomas J. Akins defeated Vollitte Elvins for the Republican nomination. Arthur N. Sager ran unopposed on the Progressive ballot. Also details on Claude J. Bechtell’s parole violation and subsequent arrest in the Philippines and return arrangements. Vincent Kinneman to Fowler for several weeks of work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sr. Louis
William J. Stone
United States
Thomas J. Akins
St. Louis
Vollitte Elvins
Elvins, Mo
Farm blaze destroys buildings on Jesse Knaurers farm near Vivalia
A large barn and several farm buildings with contents were consumed by a Wednesday evening fire of unknown origin on Jesse Knaurer's farm near Vivalia. Loss is described as heavy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Knauer
Vivalia
Fire destroys Knauer farm buildings near Vivalia
A large barn two corn cribs and several sheds on Jesse Knauer’s farm one mile northeast of Vivalia burned Wednesday evening between eight and four o'clock. Loss estimated at 1000 to 1500 dollars with hay corn grain and implements destroyed. Fire believed to stem from spontaneous combustion in the hay loft. stock saved and efforts prevented house damage. A church board meeting is set for August 7 at 7 30 PM with full attendance urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Knauer
Vivalia
Knauer Farm
The
Christian Church
All-wool Suits at Fire Sale Prices
The Fashion Lady advertises all wool suits made to order with prices listed as 12 50 15 00 18 00 and 20 00. The copy emphasizes custom sizing and quick turnaround for tailored garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ady
Vacation Plans Spoiled by War End in Roachdale Choice
Lewis Stewart a bookkeeper at Central National Bank says his two weeks off started Wednesday with plans to visit Europe. The war ruined those plans so he chose Roachdale instead, joking that a Roachdale trip avoids seasickness and danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Stewart
Central National Bank
Lewis
Europe
Roachdale
Death of Chalkley Lane Pioneer Citizen of Putnam
Chalkley Lane 87 respected Putnam County resident died at his son Warren Lane’s home in Clinton township after a brief illness. Funeral at Dunkard Church Friday 10:30 officiated by Elder C L Airhart with interment in Dunkard cemetery. Survived by sons William and Warren Lane. Raymond Fry of Indianapolis visiting relatives. Fashion Fire Sale advertises underwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chalkley Lane
Putnam County
Warren Lane
Clinton Township
Mr. Lane
Putnam’s
Dunkard Church
C. L. Airhart
Dunkard
Lane
Greencastle
William Lane
Restrictions on Cable Service Over Both Oceans
Miss A D Harris, manager of the Western Union local office, received notice from the district commercial manager detailing tighter cable restrictions. Pacific routes face closer inspection and non English French or German languages and codes are banned. Atlantic routes are demoralized and prone to delays as messages divert to the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
A. D. Harris
Western Union Telegraph and Cable Office
Pacific
Atlantic
May Sue Seniors Over Glass Debt From Senior Play
Local creditors plan potential legal action over a debt incurred during the last senior class play at DePauw University. They note less urgency but indicate ample time before pursuing proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Depauw
DePauw Class Owes $100 After Play Debacle
A Greencastle class committee of three from DePauw University reports only 17 of about 100 dollars raised to cover debts from a spring commencement play. Creditors include Havens Geddes Indianapolis and local firms Model Clothing, Johns Cleaning, Cook Hardware, Hanna, Bicknell Hardware, plus Maurice Sharp for stage management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DePauw University
Richard Grady
Grady
Brazil
Havens-Geddes Wholesale Dry Goods Company
Indianapolis
Crawley
Greencastle
Vera Bowen
Claude M. Ogle
Kathleen Campbell
Havens-Geddes Company
Model Clothing & Dry Goods Company
J. R. Johns
Mrs Lillian Hampton Sues for Divorce in Putnam Court
Mrs Lillian Hampton owner of the Monon Restaurant in North Greencastle sues her husband Claude Hampton in Putnam Circuit Court. She cites cruel and inhuman treatment and seeks $1500 alimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Hampton
MONON
North Greencastle
Claude Hampton
Putnam Circust
Restraining Order Issued In Monon Restaurant Divorce Case
Mrs. Lillian Hampton files for absolute divorce from Claude Hampton in Putnam County Circuit Court alleging cruelty and drunkenness. She seeks alimony custody of daughter Regina and child support, plus a restraining order preventing interference at home or the Monon Restaurant in north Greencastle. The suit cites theft of church funds and prior dismissed divorce cases stalled by liquor abstinence promises. Attorney W M Sutherlin represents Mrs. Hampton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Hampton
Monon
Claude Hampton
Putnam County
Regina
Parson Hicks Predicts August Weather Phases
Parson Hicks forecasts a stormy August with multiple reactionary and regular storm periods. He notes cloudiness and drizzle early, a mid month shift with cooler air, then a second wave of unsettled weather from the 24th to 27th, followed by a closing storm period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parson Hicks
Ben-Hur Notice Meeting at Redmen Hall Aug 7
The Greencastle Court No 102 of T B H will meet in Redmen Hall Friday evening August 7. Frank Bee is Chief and Pearl Shamel is Scribe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle Court
Redmen Hall
Frank Bee
Pearl Shamel
Progressives Take Over Republican Headquarters in Indianapolis
The Northwestern Avenue Republican Club in Indianapolis abandoned its headquarters and was taken over by Progressives. The move signals a shift in local politics as Republicans lose ground to the rising Progressive faction. Dean R. G. McCutchan of De Pauw School of Music returned from Chicago with news of a new pipe organ for Meharry Hall and visited Cedar Rapids to see his mother and sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Northwestern Avenue Republican Club
Northwestern Avenue Club
Dean R. G. McCutehan
de Pauw School of Music
Chicago
Meharry Hall
Dean McCutchan
Cedar Rapids
Mich
BE. G. McCutchan
C. O. Greenlee
Sweaters in Fire Sale at Fashion Adv
Fire sale at the fashion adv store features large line of men and ladies sweaters. Discounts apply to knitwear varieties with limited sizes remaining. Shoppers are urged to visit the shop for reduced prices and inventory updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fashion, Adv
Also Mentioned on This Page
Veterans
Opera House
Lurmer
POR
Congress
Rthur N. Sager
Defaco
Manila
Personville
Claude J. Bechtoll
Indiana Reformatory
Philippines
San
Bechton
Angel Island Military Barracks
San Francisco
Jefferson Barracks
Manilla
Bechtell
Reformatory
Miami County
Vincent Kinneman
Fowler
Mygr
William Garwood
Vivian Rich
Shorty
Putnam
Raymond Fry
Trictions
Both Oceans
Havens-Geddes
Talmadge Dillon
Rae Colson
Theodore Crawley
First National Bank
Lueteke
Kery
Ben-Hur
Browning’s Grocery
Cail Telephone No
Vandalia Mills
Harris Milling Coo
Rogressives
Men's & Boys’ Union
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!