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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1927
Page
2
The Greencastle Herald lists obituary charges at 2 1/2 cents per line with poetry add-ons, and card of thanks notices at 50 cents each plus 5 cents per line for poetry. It also describes publication details and subscription rates for Greencastle Indiana.
Executor of Thomas T Brasier deceased in Putnam County Indiana announces sale by private bidding starting January 21 1928 at 10 am in Greencastle at James Allee offices. Property is Lot 6 Block 2 Central Survey Greencastle East Elm Street with court approval sale at appraised value and terms include cash half down and balance in six months with mortgage security. Immediate possession to buyer.
Abstract notes a fee simple title in the decedent and names ROBERT DILLS as Executor with James and Allee as Attorneys for the Executor. References include dates December 21 to 28 and January 4 to 17, with posters noted.
Indianapolis December 24 Mabel Larue announced that John Zahnd of Indianapolis won the National Party referendum to be its 1928 presidential standard bearer The party claims 4,000,000 votes and will announce the official result at the January 1 Chicago convention It supports direct popular election of the president and vice president.
The excerpt from a 1926 27 FBO Pictures photoplay follows Mickey Grogan and Jeffry Shore as Jeffry regains sight with Mickeys help. Winifred cahel and Susan Dale appear amid a factory plan and a nightclub altercation. A truant officer confronts Mickey and Izzy Cohenstein while Jeffry and Winifred reveal adoption papers.
Chicago reports that gangsters appear as refined, well-dressed men frequenting luxury hotels and fashionable clubs. Leaders like Al Capone are described as suave and distinguished, moving within society circles alongside politicians and officials.
Notes reveal Grace Rowan and L J McDaniel died in a gas filled apartment. McDaniel, a chief pharmacist on the destroyer Kane, left a note to Mrs Rowan’s husband stating he would die with her after she killed herself.
An overheated oil burner caused a basement fire at the Martinsville Auto Company. Forty five cars were removed as flames climbed to the attic, with the roof complicating access. Firemen fought nearly three hours. damage estimated at $5,000 and covered by insurance.
Banks urge farm households to conduct a full inventory of livestock feeds supplies machinery and real estate to determine net worth monitor changes year to year and improve credit relations. The Indiana farm record book offered free through First National Bank and Citizens Trust Co includes ledgers and balance sheets for real estate fences machinery livestock and accounts.
Miss Olus Perkins of Fillmore spends vacation with Mr. and Mrs. Will Perkins. Gary visitors D. P. Alexander and family visit J. T. Clodfelter. Christmas Tree at Union Chapel attended by Ed Maddox family and Hazel Rambo. Numerous local visits to Green Castle Crawfordsville Clinton Rockville Bainbridge Roachdale and surrounding households.
William Hunter and family spent last Monday with Mr and Mrs Harley Head. Marion Wright Don Marshall and Carey Dillinger delivered wood to Mrs Ella Gardner and Mrs Lottie Dickey last Thursday. The Christmas entertainment at Rob Irwins brought happiness and cheer. Smiley Irwin collects eggs for a new incubator. Henry Marshall and wife spent Christmas Day with his brother Geo Marshall at Westville. Lt Everett Ellis the huckster broke
Mrs Bernstorf and daughter and Mrs William Arnold visited Mrs Clifford Shinn Friday. Mr and Mrs William Evans and others shared Christmas with family members in Indiana and Lebanon. Mrs M E Smith learned of her sister’s death at Zionsville. burial followed. A two day service begins at Palestine January 2 and invites all to attend.
German submarine commanders said the S-4 disaster might have been avoided if the incident had used the life saving gear fitted to German U boats. Telephone buoys released from the boat surface keep crews in contact with rescuers and mother ships carry recovery equipment.
Morristown Indiana December 26 The Blue River Canning Company tomato factory was nearly destroyed by a fire thought to start from an overheated stove The total loss is estimated at 15000 dollars including 9000 dollars of stock The loss is partially insured A new building will be erected at once per owners Lindley Pitts and Brainard Nelson
Dr Amante Rongetti head of Ashland Boulevard Hospital was held by a coroner jury on a double murder charge in Chicago. Loretta Enders died after an abortion performed by the doctor and the infant allegedly burned to destroy evidence. Nurses reported death threats aimed at silence witnesses who testified against him.
Local Legion members report many Putnam County ex soldiers have not yet filed for the World War bonus. Eligible veterans can apply at the Legion Hall on the south side of the square Thursday night. Those unable to come can contact Fred Jordan at 661 X for assistance. the deadline is January 1.
Fort Wayne readers are urged to try Konjola after a testimonial from Mrs H Parrett of 1643 St Marys Ave states rapid relief from rheumatism. She says prior attacks left her unable to move arms or climb stairs but now enjoys full use and urges others to buy Konjola at local drugstores. Her husband also reports improvement and the ad claims wide availability through Owk drug store and area chemists.
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