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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
1
Promoters of a poultry show have finalized plans for a box hound exhibit to be featured during Wee's display. Many entries are expected as part of the event.
Allen Parker the judge and Allen Pricer head the fox hound exhibit at Putnam County Fair with premiums of 1 in six classes. The event promotes the county poultry show and draws entries from local enthusiasts led by the Putnam County Fans’ Association.
Boosters Club lists cash prizes trophies and merchandise for top exhibits, with two silver trophies as the costliest awards. The fanciers association offers prizes for best colored birds and best white chickens. The Williamson room has been remodeled to improve display and crowd viewing. Ben S. Myers of Crawfordsville, a noted chicken fancier, will judge the exhibit.
Arthur J. Hamrick retires as clerk of Putnam County Court and his deputy Miss Pearl Newgent receive traveling bags. The gifts come from the Putnam County Bar Association and courthouse friends, presented by Matt Murphy and William Sutherlin. Hamrick also gets overalls gloves a bandana socks and farmer’s suspenders. the latter suit fits his planned agricultural focus. EF Sharp of Havens Geddis Dry Goods drops by Locust Street with family.
A ceremony marked by the departure of longtime officers and the arrival of newly elected officials. Attendees shared tokens of remembrance with apples and cigars, signaling a turnover in local governance.
In Putnam county court house a New Year ceremony saw old officials pass duties to the new. County Clerk Arthur Hamrick is succeeded by Farry Moore. Sheriff Theodore Boes is re-elected. Charley Wood hands to John Shannon. William Sutherlin begins another term as prosecuting attorney. Township trustees and deputies also change hands as duties shift across the county.
Harry Talbott, popular Greencastle young man, begins the year 1915 as township trustee replacing George Landes. He will conduct township business from an office at S. C. Sayers Bookstore and serves as the new trustee.
Local advertisement promotes grape fruit at unusually low prices with a note to see Wetz for details.
A New Year’s Day shooting match on Sunset Hill drew strong interest this afternoon with crack shots competing and several competitive matches. Weather was disagreeable but did not deter participants from a stellar showing.
The New Year s day shooting meet on Sunset Hill drew a large crowd with many local crack shots competing. James Hillis of Vancouver and Fred Hillis of the city led a close feature event as brothers and trap shooting enthusiasts. Weather was wet from melting snow but promotions by Hubert Jordan and Fred Reising marked the event a success.
Members of the Greencastle Domestic Science Club hosted a New Year dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Albert Landes in Greencastle. The menu featured turkey and trimmings prepared by the club, and a program included violin numbers, a vocal solo, and a reading. Guests included many local couples and individuals from Vancouver and nearby families.
The article notes only two solar eclipses in 1915, on February 14 and August 10 to 11, unseen from the United States. It explains two is the minimum for a year with solar eclipses, and discusses series timing from poles. It contrasts with years like 1917 and 1985 when five solar and two lunar eclipses occur.
Roy M. Abrams, businessman, was seen in Terre Haute today on routine business. Local observers noted his brief visit to several downtown offices and meetings with regional associates.
Greencastle residents welcome the new year with calm, orderly celebration as Father Time presents his latest born. The scene emphasizes peaceful entry into the new year without noise or riots.
Greencastle observed New Year’s Eve with restrained festivities and hospitality. Local residents chose a calm, neighborly celebration, treating the moment as a holiday for most business people and a chance to host or be hosted.
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