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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1913
Page
1
Fifth District congressman outlines what the commission learned on a recent European tour. He cites meetings with officials and observations on policy approaches and international cooperation.
Congressman Ralph W. Moss, touring Europe, argues farm success hinges on better roads and scientifically restored soil fertility. He cites European credit and co op models, urges rediscounting for farmers, longer repayment, and government alignment with agriculture through the Federal Reserve.
John 8 Alexander of Portland Mills visited Greencastle for the first time in eight years to cash his pension. He and wife Mrs. Alexander, who recently broke her right forearm, praised the town’s changes and said they plan to enjoy leisure as he nears older age.
An aggregation of ten college musicians headlines today's Chautauqua program as the main musical feature. The ensemble delivers a varied program showcasing young talent from regional colleges.
Lincoln Chautauqua Orchestra of ten college men, known as Lands Collegians, opened Greencastle's afternoon program with a thirty minute recital praised by music lovers. Dr F B Eaton introduced Clark-Walker Company. Miss Sadie Walker impressed with violin and Mr C Edward Clark charmed with Irish ballads. Lectures by Dr Paton covered telescopes at Yerkes and Mt Wilson, with notes on photography and evolution debate drawing mixed opinions.
The audience ridiculed a lecture claiming seven missing links in evolution. Critics said the talk failed to prove universe light motion life origin of species spirit or soul and clashed with modern science. They preferred performances by Barkley and Corkley over self praise by Alonzo Wilson.
The eighth annual Clodfelter Sayler reunion will be at Milbert Sayler grove two miles south of New Market on Sunday August 17 1913. President Clodfelter reports expected record attendance with committees named for arrangements social and program. The event includes a forenoon of renewal and a 1:30 pm literary program with talks and a public welcome.
Real estate transfer notices show Rose L Knight transferring land to George Hendrix in Mt Meridan area. Rosa L Knight transfers a lot in Mt Me PUNAD to George Hendrix. George Hendrix transfers a lot in Mt Meridan to Lloyd B Knight. Matilda Rightac transfers land in Washington township to M F P McCullough. William A Moser transfers a lot in Cloverdale township to Daniel J L Wey. Homer Morrison transfers a lot in Cloverdale to J A Poynter.
Virgil Smith, 20, son of Mr and Mrs L 3 Smith of Belle Union, suffered a broken leg after a Ford touring car driven by Rev R E B Masten struck his motorcycle and sent them over a bridge railing. Rev Masten and his wife were uninjured. Smith was treated by Drs Moser and McCaughey and taken home. The piece also discusses tomato growing profits and cultivation advice.
Purdue University notes tomato hardiness and profitability in Indiana soils. Hotbed grown plants yield 4 to 5 tons more per acre with modest extra cost, while careful cultivation after planting remains essential for a successful crop.
A large crowd gathered at a crove one mile south of New Maysville for the New Maysville Picnic and Homecoming on Wednesday. It drew perhaps the largest attendance ever for the town, with a peaceful day and no reported disturbances. Uncle Johnny Milburn, longtime Floyd township resident, gave the featured address, noting the fading of the old pioneers. Otis Gulley of Danville and Court C. Gillen of this city also spoke.
Farmers complain of oat shortages as two forty acre fields owned by James B Nelson in Morton farm show mixed yields. One field yielded 1300 bushels, 324 bushels per acre, while the other averaged over 24 bushels per acre totaling 976 bushels.
Mrs. R. A. Oge travels to Kokomo to start a ten days engagement in chautauqua work. She will lecture on the topic Structural Form in Literature and deliver addresses on the subject.
Former Greencastle minister JR Robbins delivers a fine sermon at a meeting while DePauw musicians score another success.
Lafayette and area residents attended yesterday's camp meeting highlighted by the DePauw university choir and orchestra. Morning prayers opened at 6 30 with Mrs Hogate and assistants guiding children. Rev Kirk Waldo Robbins of Lebanon spoke at 10. 2 20 featured a DePauw concert with soloists and chorus. evening concert included Conrad's Gallia with Mrs Huret and soloists Nelle Winn and Ralph Cook.
The annual Farrow reunion is not being held this year due to the death of Mrs. Susan J. Bryan, as announced by organizers. The notice cites bereavement as the reason for cancellation and extends condolences.
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