Local High School Narrow Loss in Fast Scrap
The Chortidge game against officials in Indianapolis was fast and furious with a 23 to 22 defeat for the locals. The late rough play defined the quartered contest as a tight defensive battle.
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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1919
Page
1
Shortridge Edges Greencastle In Tight Indy Bout
In a 22 to 21 finish on a cramped Indianapolis floor Greencastle loses a nerve racking basketball game to Shortridge. Officials ruled the last goal valid amid protest from Greencastle supporters though Stoner Harris and other GH S stars battled hard. Over 850 fans witnessed a rough but spirited contest as Shortridge guards led by Stevens carried the clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shortridge
G. H
Greencastle Routers
Greencastle
Indianapolis
Rockville
Lapel
Hirt
Jake Hirt
Stoner
Harris
Tey
Stevens
Shortridge Greencastle
J. Hirt
L. Hirt Verhees
Allen
Short Ridge Fans Rally Behind G H S Basketball Team
The article details crowded ring side seats for a game featuring G H S and Shortridge, with Buck and Dodson praised for composure. It commends Milo West for his vocal support and urges G H S players to train hard, avoid vices, and honor school and town backing for a state tournament bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
Buck
Short Edge
Greencastle
Herald
Milo West
Putnam County
Milo
G. H
President to Take No Action to End Delay
President Wilson announced he would take no action to end the delay over the peace treaty. He said he had no compromise or concession in mind and would not move on the treaty's disposition while holding Republican senators responsible for results and conditions amid the delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
Senate
Traction Interurban Resumes Full Schedule Today
The Interurban resumes full schedules after coal shortages caused several car cancellations. West bound cars arrive at 9:52 am and 8:20 pm, while east bound cars come at 1:30 pm and 8:20 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traction Company
Real Estate Transfers Between Local Residents
Lyda C. Moore transfers lod in Greencastle to Arthur R. Hurst for 1500 dollars. Leo Clark sells lots 10 11 12 and 13 in Cloverdale to R N Clark and Sinclair Noble for 225 dollars. Daniel Brackney conveys a lot in Greencastle to Charles C. Meikel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyda C. Moore
Arthur R. Hurst
Greencastle
Leo Clark
R. N. Clark
Sinclair Noble
Cloverdale
Daniel Brackney
Charles C. Meikel
Township Trustees Travel to Indianapolis for Meeting
Several township trustees were in town this morning en route to Indianapolis to attend an upcoming delegation meeting. The trip aims to discuss local governance matters and coordinate on regional issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Watson Declines 1920 Presidential Bid In Indiana Power Play
Indiana Senator James E Watson declares he will not seek the presidency and prefers to return to the Senate. The Indiana delegation and Republican leaders aim to keep the party united while Goodrich remains a dominant power. Watson seeks influence without provoking a clash, and Goodrich is set to press his own bid at the convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Indiana
James E. Watson
Luana
Watson
Senate
Republican National Committee
Goodrich
Will Hays
Washington Post
Ja. E. Watson
Congress
Rich
House
Senator New
New
Republican Party
Hog Receipts 14,000 Prices Advance 25 Cents
Indianapolis hog receipts reach 14 000 with a 25 cent price advance at the stock yards. General sales near 24.00, top hogs at 14 10, pigs 13 75 and down to 14.00. Cattle calves and sheep remain steady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Cold Weather Forecast Sticks With Clear Skies
Weather bureau officials predict continued cold with several days of clear skies as the pattern holds. No precipitation expected and temperatures likely to remain below normal.
Miners Expect Full Action Amid Labor Labor Tension
Central field operators and workers predict complete action today as miners say subcommittee personnel are antagonistic to labor. The report notes high tension between management and union factions with no immediate resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Subcommittee
Distrust Senate Probe Affects Central Coal Mines
Coal mines in the central competitive district operate at full predicted capacity as miners warn of deeper labor tensions with a Senate sub committee. Workers cite unions resuming activity nationwide and urge prompt wage relief while labor leaders express concern over political hostility to organized labor. A wedding in Russellville joins Arthur Nelson Wood and Miss Thelmen McMurtry with plans to reside on the groom’s Morton farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis Searles
Ming Workers Journal
Senate
Maine
Arthur Nelson
Wood
Morton
Thelmen McMurtry
Russellville
Christian Church
Levi Marshall
Greensburg visitors spend weekend at Bruner residence
Charles Sturgs of Greensburg visited Greensburg and Greencastle over the weekend with Mrs. M. L. Bruner and Mr. Bruner at the Eugene Light residence on Locust and Seminary. Greensburg youths D. Glen, Stewart Lark, W. Braden and Jem Faith from DePauw joined them at the Bruner home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Sturgs
Greensburg
M. L. Bruner
Mr. Bruner
Eugene Light
Locust and
Seminary St
D. Glen
Stewart Lark
W. Braden
Jem Faith
DePauw
Will of Charles T. Peck Probated in Putnam County Court
The will of Charles T. Peck was admitted to probate in Putnam County Circuit Court, with officials noting standard probate procedures. Details on executors and beneficiaries were filed, outlining the distribution of Peck's estate according to the documento.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles T. Peck
Putnam County Cir
Many Beginners Help Cut Wood At High School Project
Forty boys from the high school joined on Forest Cooper farm Friday to cut wood for the school building. Tired backs and aching fingers marked the day, with jokes about sawing angles and a brush fire mishap, tempered by noon treats from Domestic Sciences girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Cooper Farm
Domestic Sciences
High School
Stella Hamrick
Jennie Hamrick
Hamrick
Schoor
E. C. Dodson
William Jones
Bert Knight
Coal Ban Lifted as Industry Returns to Normal
Chicago December 15 Restrictions on coal use ended after the miners strike and industry nationwide nears normal operations. Regional fuel directors maintain supervision to ensure fair restoration of reserves while most miners report for work. UMWA leaders expect about 95 percent to be at mines tonight with some locals choosing idle status until wage settlements are set by a presidentially appointed commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United Mine Workers of America
Wilson
High School Honors and Arcadia Visitor in Gym Clash
The six weeks honor roll lists freshmen to seniors including Ruth Wilson and Margaret Jones with several others. The G H S basketball team hosts Arcadia High next Tuesday in the local gym. Arcadia has won all its games this year and is praised as a strong rival comparable to Lapel, which defeated Greencastle recently on the local floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fresamen
Ruth Wilson
Annabel
McWethy
Margaret E. McGaughey
Amandus Stanger
Helen Brothers
Blanche Bicknell
Crystal McFarland
Helen Kendall
Ethel Beatright
William Stiles
George Beemer
Ruby Larkin
Mary C. Cannon
Bonnie Moffett
Helen Grose
Jessie Webster
Cornelia Allen
Ruth Sears
Margaret Jones
Lawrence Wright
Amanda Browning
Jean Hamilton
Edna West
Arcadia High
Arcadia
Greencastle
DePauw Plans and University Ties in 1919
Fragmentary OCR hints at DePauw University figures and ties to Ogden and Indianapolis. Mentions a chairmanship, a sports or governance role, a 1919 context, and potential connections to Weaver, Guild, Odgen, and UW teams.
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Chortridge
Snortridge High School
U. H. Tn
Jimmy Zeis
Manuel
Puck
Hoosier State
Wood Custers
UGDE
Tiger FC OF
ATH Men O Banqu Club
Idianapolis
Uguen
Weaver
Odgen i Universit
Deter DePauw
Shire Lyy
Red Ci Guernsd
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