Borders Meets an Awful Death
Contest manager and wife, well known here, burned to death when their automobile overturned and gasoline tank burst. A gas ignition occurred after a rescuer struck a match. a guest also burned to death.
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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
1
Columbus Contest Manager Dies in Auto Fire
James B Borders head of the National Circulation Company and his wife were burned to death when their car backed through a bridge railing and caught fire on East Broad Street near Alum Creek in Columbus Ohio. His daughter Isabel Borders 6 survived with burns as rescuers smothered the flames and pulled her from the wreck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Borders
Columbus
Borders
Herald and Weekly Democrat
J. B. Borders
East Broad Street
National
Isabel Borders
McMasters
Steubenville
Warren Hill
Alum Creek
Norfolk and Western
Seizure Suspected in Mechanical Accident Moment
In the minutes before the disaster a man sat in the machine and faced a possible heart trouble attack. Witnesses believed a seizure may have prevented him from releasing the reverse lever.
New Book by Freckles Author In Langdon’s Aug 16 Sale
A new book by the author of Freckles and The Harvester goes on sale at Langdon's Book Store Saturday August 16, the publication day. Come early to secure a copy before the first lot is sold out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Harvester
Langdon
Good Rains Bring Relief to Farmers
Heavy rainfall in recent days revived pastures and aided corn growth but drought earlier in the season had thwarted expectations of a bumper harvest. Farmers welcomed the better conditions and renewed optimism for field yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam County
Rain Lifts Putnam County Farming Outlook
Rain over three days renews optimism for Putnam county farmers. Corn gains from earlier drought damage though not as large as hoped. pastures recover, cattle sales decline, and stock market improves. A heavy storm hit Crawfordsville with a cloudburst, lightning striking Culver hospital and tearing the roof, while rainfall varied across surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawfordsville
Culver Hospital
Bainbridge
Roachdale
Brick Chapel
Grose Couple Host DePauw Summer Students
Dr and Mrs George R Grose entertained about sixty DePauw summer school students at The Towers on a rainy Wednesday. Indoors featured stereopticon views from Dr Blanchard abroad shown by J P Allen Jr with Kathleen Campbell singing a solo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George R. Grose
the Towers
DePauw
Europe
Blanchard
J P. Allen, Jr
Kathleen Campbell
Councilman Orders Water Trough Installed for Horse Show
Councilman Naylor directed the water company to install a trough on Franklin Street between Indiana and Vine. Superintendent Reeves said the trough would be installed by August 26, the day of the horse show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naylor
Water Company
Franklin Sreet
Indiana
Vine Streets
Reeves
Mr. Naylor
Local Banks Receive Call Translate to Public Protection Push
A local bank note reports that the administration is making earnest efforts to protect the public, with banks receiving calls that emphasize safeguarding deposits and financial stability.
Central Banks Report Under Stricter Oversight Across Nation
The Comptroller of the Currency and the State Auditor call for detailed reports from Central National Bank First National Bank and Central Trust Company on August 9. The process aims to map bank liquidity use, identify chronic borrowers and assess regional currency needs to inform possible currency bill amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central National Bank
First National Bank
Central Trust Company
Comptroller of Currecy
Washington
Trust Company
Auditor of State
United States
Bank 3
Comptroller of Currency
Treasury Department
Kane
Econtroller
Congress
Dr Fedrick Takes Charge of Olney Practice in Indianapolis
Notice states Dr C A Fedrick of Sparnhurst Institute of Osteopathy Indianapolis has taken charge of Dr Olney's office and will care for his practice during Mr Olney's fines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Fedrick
The
Sparnhurst Institute of Osteopathy of
Indianapolis
Dr. Olney
Mr. Olney
Indiana Fruit Growing Prospects Highlight Purdue View
Professor O Woodbury of Purdue's Horticultural Department notes strong potential for commercial fruit growing in Indiana. He cites low land costs, good transport, and high quality fruit with possible profits around 275 dollars per car. warns against speculative stock schemes and emphasizes durable orchard profitability averaging 10000 dollars per acre in Indiana centers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. Woodbury
Purdue University
Golden West
Hoosier
Indiana
Denver
Commonwealth of Indiana
Enthusiasm Builds for Greencastle Horse Show
Farmers across the county and neighboring areas prepare to bring stock to Greencastle for August 26 as a big day. Local riders, spectators, and breeders anticipate a lively event with showcasing horses and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Greencastle Horse Show Promises Fine Stock and Plenty
Greencastle hosts a major horse and mule show on Tuesday morning August 26 with Putnam and neighboring stockmen entering top animals. Local farmers anticipate abundant mules and heavy draft horses, with judges to decide outstanding entries after a morning crowd debated merits. The event aims to boost the town with demonstrations and various amusements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Indiana
Putnam County
Thomas Buggy Co
Death ends noble life of Martha E Reeves
Mrs. Martha E Reeves a lifelong county resident dies early Thursday morning ending a long public service and family ties. She was noted for her community work and steadfast presence in the region. The obituary outlines a life of dedication and local ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha E. Reeves
Death of Mrs. Martha Reeves in Marion Township
Mrs. Martha E. Reeves widow of John A. Reeves died at her daughter Mrs. Thomas Talbott's home in Marion township after a two year tuberculosis illness. She was born August 5 1851 and survived by seven of eight children with ties to Indianapolis and Marion township. Funeral at Mt Pleasant Church Saturday at 11 am with burial in Mt Pleasant cemetery. She was a longtime member of Mr Pleasant Methodist Church and leaves a sister Mrs. F B Talbott of Springfield Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha E. Reeves
John A. Reeves
Thomas Talbott
Marion Township
Mt. Pleasant
Reeves
Gresncastle Township
Elijah Cowgill
Putnam County
Lawrence Athey
S. R. Ricks
Elmer Dicks
John Dicks
Sherman Dicks
Indianapolis
Lowell Dicks
Fred Steele
Monroe Township
Lettie Nevins
Elijah Dicks Jr
Springfield
Ill
Talbott
Mr. Pleasant Methodist Church
Mr. Pleasant Church
Interurban guards right of way on lines
Interurban staff kept section men along the right of way on the division through here and the Danville division during the night. Rumors in Indianapolis of threats over union activity proved groundless, but guards were posted at the Monon overhead bridge and the Big Four bridge. No trouble occurred and none is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interurban
Danville
Indianapolis
Monon
Suit Filed Over Note and Mortgage Foreclosure
Isaac H. Peck through Allee James & Allee sues Mattie Webster and others in circuit court to collect a $1175 note due June 29 1912 and foreclose a mortgage on Marion township land to satisfy a $1425 judgment seeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allee
James & Allee
Isaac 8. Peck
Ciicuit
Mattie Webster
Marion Township
North Headley wedding to occur this evening
The wedding of Dr Cecil North head of the DePauw sociology department and Miss Georgia Headley a DePauw graduate will be held at Miss Headleys parents home in Pendleton this evening at 6 o clock Rev Williams of Pendleton Methodist church will officiate Eighty invitations were issued Georgia Headley is a former DePauw Alpha Chi sorority member
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil North
DePauw University
Georgia Headley
Miss Headley
George Headley
Pendleton
Williams
DePauw
Alpha Chi Sorority
Tea Club Sets Wheels for Rural Carriers Conventioneers
The Tea Club plans to care for visitors at the Rural Carriers' Convention and will attempt to secure post-master's convention arrangements. Local organizers organize hospitality efforts and guest services to support attendees during the event.
Nine O Clock Tea Club Meets at McAnallys Restaurant
Expecting 620 visitors the Nine O Clock Tea Club met at McAnallys Restaurant on Wednesday night. Refreshments of lemonade ice cream and cake suited the hot weather. Two candidates presented themselves but were not initiated as Worthy President S Grant Scott was nearly overcome by humidity and refused to wear regalia. The candidates were O N Gibson and Bates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nine O'Clock
McAnally
S. Grant Scott
O. N. Gibson
Bates
General Scott
Scott
Crowd plans picnic despite rain at Monon event
Monon sells 256 tickets to Quincy this morning and more will ride the afternoon train. Damp amusement is promised as the crowd gathers despite wet weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MONON
Quincy
Crowds Attend Quincy Picnic Despite Rain Threats
More than 256 Monon tickets were sold for Greencastle residents traveling to Quincy this morning as crowds converged for the Owen county picnic despite forecasts of rain. Early showers didn’t deter attendees from braving the day. For sale First class used Hupmobile runabout, splendid condition, Will fell at a big bargain, Thomas Buggy Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy
Owen County
Greencastle
Monon
Will
Thomas Buggy Company
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ida
Wny
Tutith
Friends
Mr. Borders
Laddie
Mrs. Grose
North-Headley
TEA Club
Central Trust CO
Model Clothing & Dry GO Coods
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