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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1913
Page
1
Judge Hughes overruled a motion to modify the judgment in the Francis Deitz vs August Deitz and John Maloney administrator case. No injuries were reported in a nearby accident where a front fork of a machine was badly bent.
A high school carnival held in the assembly room Friday night drew a large crowd and proved financially successful. Amusements and activities entertained attendees, supporting the athletic department.
A large audience filled the high school for the annual carnival raising an estimated 75 to 100 dollars for the Athletic Association. The Deestrick Skule play and Girls Minstrels drew big crowds with many standout performances led by Bruce McIntosh and Miss Josephine Young among others. Other acts included Freaks of Nature and Family Album with strong musical numbers and interludes. Proceeds will defray current year expenses as organizers finalize totals.
DePauw University student James Wynn thrilled Meharry hall audiences Friday evening with a flute solo. An encore followed as listeners demanded more, while the orchestra performance of The Surprise Symphony and the string quartet numbers drew strong admiration.
Farmers and townspeople mobilize to oppose any backing for Roberts in Putnam while Terre Haute elects its district chairman. The text notes organized effort against support and shifts focus to local leadership.
Putnam county Democrats unite to defeat Donn Roberts of Haute for district chairman as Greencastle hosts meetings. Rumors of county delegates backfiring and teachers in Greencastle Warren Madison townships hold a joint institute. The health of Bud Browning remains critical after surgery, with doctors hopeful for recovery.
A Sunday dinner listing at College Inn features roast chicken with oyster dressing and gravy, celery, grape fruit, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and ciblet as part of the meal.
A local dinner event features Radishes Salmon Sila Chocolate Pie served at 12:20 with contact by phone 412.
Merchants report a slow holiday season but anticipate an early rush as shoppers begin buying ahead. The Herald notes vendors expect improved sales and customers weigh discounts and gifts during the lead up to Christmas.
In Greencastle the first holiday shopping rush grew through the day with more country customers arriving in the afternoon. Merchants warn of heavy strain as only eight shopping days remain before Christmas while the Model Clothing and Dry Goods stores pledge ten percent of today’s proceeds to the Civic League to aid the town’s poor on Christmas Day.
Miss Ida Overstreet hosted a bath room shower at her East Anderson Street home Friday evening for Miss Mabel O Hair whose engagement has been announced. About fifty guests attended and brought useful gifts. The "Gold Dust" twins carried gifts in a tub while a Dutch girl costume complemented the scene.
Former Sheriff Frank Stroube will receive 216 for in and out fees tied to prisoner handling during his term. The fees arise under an act from the last administration. County commissioners plan an appropriation at the next meeting to pay Stroube. Attorney C. C. Gillen, now county attorney, represented both sides. Mrs. H Hardacre of Indianapolis visits Miss Pearl O Hair. Mrs. Lennie Edwards of Groveland visits.
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