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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1918
Page
1
Myrl L. Pfhaler reports a dramatic temperature drop aboard a U S convoy ship over a seven season period since May. He describes mercury readings falling from 97 degrees above zero to 47 degrees below in one week.
Myrl L. Pfahler of Greencastle, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Pfahler, writes from the Brooklyn Navy Yard aboard US S S Frederick describing a sea voyage convoying British troops, enduring cold winters and summers, and noting just six days ashore in the U S since May 7 1517 as he heads back to sea in 1918.
Clyde Rice of Roachdale died Monday after an illness since January 12. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 30 a m at his South Walnut street home, with Rev W D Hedrick of Indianapolis in charge. He was 29, survived by widow Hazel Bowen and a two year old daughter, his mother Mrs Henry Rich of Russellville, and a Roachdale Christian church member. He worked ten years at Shepard Edwards clothing store. Charles McGaughey, bank president, called him like a relative. The daughter has been cared for at the McGaughey home.
The Greencastle Commandery No 11 K T holds a stated conclave on Wednesday January 25 at 7 50 PM for business and installation of 1978 officers. By Creer of Conrad C Gautier. dalies Met Hays See.
Greencastle Commandery No. 11 K T holds a special conclave on Wednesday January 23 at 1 pm to attend the funeral of Sir Knight Raser Bittles. Sir Knights meet promptly at the asylum in full uniform as directed by James McD Hays f ec.
Daniel W. Riggs, a 92 year old Greencastle resident and former carpenter and cabinet maker of unusual skill, died at home. He was well known for his craftsmanship and years of community involvement.
Daniel William Riggs longtime Greencastle resident and craftsman died at age 92 after a illness of several weeks. He arrived in 1854 and built many furniture pieces and the Vine and Washington streets brick building later used by the Masonic lodge. He leaves wife Mrs Riggs two daughters Mrs Denman and Mrs Allen, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral from Mrs Denman home at 10:50 a.m. Wednesday led by Rev A M Hootman and another minister.
Interment planned at Forest Hill cemetery. The decedent was born in Mt Sterling Kentucky on November 1 1825 and moved to the area earlier in life.
Junior meeting at the high school reads a letter from John Arthur Friend now in France with American forces. His popularity and recent opera house feature led to student excitement and gratitude for gifts and letters from Greencastle friends. Discussion on Prom fundraising moves forward with options like a minstrel show. Donald Davisson returns as a freshman after months away. A new boiler section arrives to replace the old busted unit. A pep chapel Friday will preview the Bloomington game with Principal Rosenberg addressing students.
The Nazarenes will hold Tuesday and Friday prayer meetings at private homes to prepare for a revival starting February 17 led by evangelist H Joseph Elliott from Nampa Idaho. Tonight’s meeting is at R H Whelan 6 East Hanna Street and Friday’s at Mrs B F Sandifur 409 East Hanna Street. Meetings start at 7 p.m. Public attendance is encouraged. The Pocahontas Lodge hosts a parcel post social January 23 in their hall, inviting Red Men and Pocahontas families. each lady should bring a package.
Funeral arrangements announced for Raser Bittles with services at 2 PM Wednesday under the direction of Dr H A Gobin and ministers D Tillotson Blaine Kirkpatrick along with the Knights Templar and burial at Forest Hill Cemetery.
Roser Bittles died suddenly at his East Washington street home from acute indigestion. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 2 PM at College Avenue Church with Dr L H A Gobin and local pastors leading, followed by burial in Forest Hill cemetery. Pallbearers include George Irwin T Brookshire J L Randel T Evans Elmer Creavies and Louis Zaring. Call at the Pietles home for viewing Wednesday morning until 11 AM.
Arthur Lynch reports from overseas as members of the 150th Field Artillery share a big Thanksgiving dinner far from France. He notes ample food for all and a sense of home amid duty.
A letter from Arthur Lynch of Battery A, 150th Field Artillery, recounts a Thanksgiving in France on November 29, 1917. The men enjoyed a four course dinner, games, and a band playing until dark, a scene the writer says makes one want to fight.
E T Helfer a well known Cloverdale resident died suddenly at his home on Monday morning while seated at the breakfast table. Authorities believe heart trouble caused the death. he had appeared in good health prior to the incident.
The government announced it would send 65,000 safety razors and 115,000 blades to France for the soldiers in the trenches. Officers believe better personal grooming boosts morale even under front line conditions.
Native ES, agricultural agent for Putnam county, announces the U S Department of Agriculture will supply nitrate of soda at cost to farmers in Putnam county. About 109 600 tons were bought. price is 11l a ton free on board port of arrival plus freight and state fertilizer tax. Applications via County Agent R S Fouts from actual farmers, no money with application. funds due after notice to cover cost except freight. If demand exceeds supply, pro rata allotment. Applications due February 4.
A county war conference is set for Tuesday January 29 with speakers including Alexander Cairns from Washington DC for a patriotic address Dr W W Black of Indiana University for the educational section Edgar D Maple on the boys working reserve and Mrs Curtis Hodges on Red Cross work Two other nationally known speakers will also address the gathering as committees meet to discuss war activities and all county sections are urged to participate.
A concise call to action urging readers to publicize a sale in the local newspaper. The phrase emphasizes using the Herald to reach a broad audience and encourage prompt disposal of an item.
The Indiana Democratic state committee approved a resolution endorsing the federal woman suffrage amendment and urged its adoption by Congress. They planned a Feb 21 state meeting with a national speaker and named Fred Van Nuys as secretary and Ralph Moss to lead the Indiana Democratic League. The group pledged support for the President and war effort.
Washington January 21 Senator McCumber introduced a bill authorizing the President to order the registration and drafting of all men between 18 and 62 to be used in industries necessary for the war. The measure was referred to the military committee.
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