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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1915
Page
1
A Shattuck incident ends in the sudden illness and death of ten boys. Officials report a gall duct rupture linked to the attack. Clay County leader passes away while recalling work for his home district and plans a run for Congress.
Roy L. Shattuck prominent Clay County Republican leader and former two term mayor of Brazil died suddenly at his North Walnut Street home at age 44 from a ruptured gall duct after feeling ill earlier in the day. He helped bring industries to Brazil and held multiple civic offices including Elks exalted ruler and Mason. He was married to Olive Carter in 1894 and left several children.
The text notes three children Lucy William and James survive a deceased man with a widow and extended family. It mentions a federal grand jury indictment in the Vigo County election fraud investigation and a hearing scheduled before Judge Anderson in the September term of court.
The Putnam County Horticultural Society plans an apple show during the Booster Club celebration week this fall. About forty local fruit growers attended and voiced strong enthusiasm for the event. A committee led by R. A. Ogg appointed S A Hazlett D C Allen and Will Wetz to promote the show.
Lon Smith of north Greencastle was bound over to the circuit court after waiving examination in a case charging assault with intent to kill. His bond set at 500 dollars. the alleged attack occurred Sunday August 8 against Charles Meikel, with a knife as Mrs Smith was reportedly protected. A special judge, C. T. Peck, was appointed after a venue change from the mayor's court.
The first annual picnic and homecoming here on Tuesday August 531 will feature Joseph W. Wilson of Connersville noted as a leading state orator. Organizers hope Governor Samuel M. Ralston will attend and address the crowd.
The conference at East Putnam County town concluded its first basket meet of all Christian churches in Putnam County. Sunday services drew large crowds and highlighted congregational involvement.
The first annual conference of Putnam county Christian churches met in Fillmore on Saturday and Sunday with strong attendance and favorable weather. About 230 people attended the services, with 16 Bibles donated and roughly $5 collected.
A large Fillmore Christian church event featured a abundant meal with roast chicken pies and more. E. Richard Edwards of Martinsville delivered a forceful afternoon talk on Babble or Pentecost and Evangelist T Jefferson Legg led a round table on church matters.
From St Marys of the Woods Terre Haute the Three Sisters of Providence will come to Greencastle to take charge of the educational work at the St Pauls Academy.
Father Maher announces the reopening of St. Paul's Academy in Greencastle after a twelve year closure. Bishop Chartard and three Sisters of Providence from Terre Haute will oversee the school which will admit Catholic and Protestant children, with classes to start September 8 after years of use by the Asbury Conservatory of Music.
Mr and Mrs John Cook spent Sunday in French Lick, enjoying a day away from home with a brief excursion and leisure at a resort area.
The Warrick Male Quartette pleased audiences as Chautauqua opened Sunday. Dr Elmer L Williams proved a splendid entertainer and the program was greatly appreciated by attendees.
The chautauqua company presents a week of events with large audiences at both sessions. Warrick Male Quartette performs musical numbers and Dr Elmer L Williams delivers lectures Jawbone vs Backbone and Who Shall Rule Country or City. Today features Junior Chautauqua morning and a grand concert in the afternoon plus a Schroedter Quintet recital at night.
Roy Parish aged 24 living on Crown street was slightly injured when his motorcycle crashed into the O L Jones automobile one mile north of town. Parish was thrown onto the car fender suffering leg and arm bruises. machine damaged. Witnesses say Parish looked away from the road. He was taken to his home.
A Greencastle merchant asked Rev. Bert DeWitt Beck about guarantors for the Chautauqua ticket sale. He agreed to sign and pay his share of the deficit, saying he did not sign the contract but would join the list to cover costs.
Sayers of this town tied for second at the Riverside Golf Club event in Indianapolis last week. He carded 95 strokes with a 16 handicap for a net 79 while the lowest gross score was 91 and the next best was 95, tied to Sayers.
The note informs readers that more stories and items await on the next page of the issue, signaling continued coverage and additional details beyond the current page.
Mr and Mrs Fred L OHair entertained many guests at a weekend house party hosted by Mr and Mrs R L OHair on East Seminary Street The visitors included Mr and Mrs Julian Boardman of Springfield IL Mr and Mrs John Sheets of Indianapolis Mr and Mrs Charley Crick and Ray Lambert of Anderson Dr H A Gobin conducted services at the State Farm on Sunday The Fashion Store West Side Square announces Manhattan Shirts sale ends the 21st of this month.
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