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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1913
Page
1
A man driven by heavy drinking attacked his wife then attempted suicide after firing at a barn owned by his father in law. Local authorities investigated the sequence of violent acts and remaining investigation details.
Otis Sandford plasterer went to his wife’s home between Bainbridge and New Maysville and tried to kill Mrs. Sandford. He was shot by her brother Ray Hand after a knife wound to her throat and a gunshot to his shoulder. Sandford survived long enough for treatment but is gravely injured. A divorce suit by Mrs. Sandford is pending in circuit court.
Local osteopath Dr Olney is injured when thrown from his motorcycle just east of Danville on Friday. His wife, who was riding with him, escapes with minor injuries.
Dr. Olney and Mrs Olney were riding east toward Indianapolis when their motorcycle collided with another vehicle near Danville. Mrs Olney escaped with minor injuries while the doctor sustained a broken collar bone a deep head gash extensive facial scrapes eye trauma and possible brain concussion leaving him unconscious. A bystander reported the incident shortly after.
An automobile carried the injured doctor to Danville for temporary treatment before he was brought to Greencastle Friday. He remains under care of Dr. W. W. Tucker with an osteopath due to treat. His mother is en route to Greencastle. Dr. and Mrs. Olney stay at the Roy Hillis home, 517 North Tookson Street.
Dupuaw's new graduate manager aims to recruit athletes after Ellis returns from a scouting trip. Plans focus on strengthening university athletic teams with several star signings anticipated.
Graduate athletics manager Ellis returns from northern Indiana confirming DePauw faces odds but expects a strong freshman cohort. He notes alumni cooperation and that football coach selections are imminent with discussions in Chicago and other cities. Engagement announced for Florence Coombs to Dr. B W Avery of Whiting.
A misunderstanding led to an announcement that Dr Tracy's lecture at the Airdome tomorrow would collect at the door. Organizers say offerings should be taken in the usual naval manner and urge a liberal contribution.
Lincoln aggregation reports the Chautauqua event closing at night with strong crowds and favorable reception. Attendees praised programming and predicted ongoing community interest.
Attendees show strong approval signing for next year as Imperial English Bell Ringers entertain with 130 bells and Poole of New Zealand discusses reforms. Barkley’s artful crayon work and Boys program receives special attention while Vernon Beatty explains trumpet movements in the U S Army. The event closes amid applause and anticipation for future programs.
Two Bainbridge youths were bitten by a mad dog and transported to Indianapolis for Pasteur treatment. Medical officials report the dog’s brain showed a well-developed case.
Two Bainbridge youths, Caleb M Chardsen and the Richardson boys aged eight and five, were bitten Thursday by a stray fox terrier. They were taken to Indianapolis for Pasteur treatment, which begins immediately and lasts twenty one days. The dog showed hydrophobia on autopsy and a search for its owner continues.
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