Putnam county sheriff candidates seek Democratic nomination
A set of notices from Edward H. Eitle Jorge Alien Eggers Vermandes C. Hurst Will Glidewell and Jess M. Hamrick announces their runs for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of Putnam County subject to the May 4 1920 primary election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward H. Eitlejorge
Putnam County
Alien Eggers
Jackson Township
Vermandes C. Hurst
Greencastle
Minny
Will Glidewell
Warren Township
Jess. M. Hamrick
Classified Rates For Cards Obituaries And Poetry
The text lists sale rates for notices and items including Cards of Thanks at 5c each and obituaries at $1 per obituary. An additional charge of 5c per line applies to all poetry.
Nearing Culebra Cut with Navy Tug and Battleship
A Navy seaplane captures a view near Culebra Cut in the Panama Canal showing a small tug accompanying a battleship. The caption notes a tug’s size is less important than the crew’s brains and skill, reflecting Navy values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Panama Canal
Culebra
U. S. Navy
Navy
Mother and Daughter Share IU Centenary Graduation
Indiana University marks its centennial next June with two graduates from one family. Mrs. Frank E. James and daughter Evelyn Gertrude James of Indianapolis will earn Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees after four years of study. Evelyn, 20, becomes the youngest admitted to the Indiana Academy of Science. Mr. James notes pride in both wife and daughter as he has largely batched at home in Irvington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana University
Frank E. James
Evelyn Gertrude James
Indianapolis
Uni
Mise James
Indiana Academy of Science
New State Medical School Building At Indiana University
The Indiana University School of Medicine moves into a four story fireproof building beside Robert W. Long Hospital in Indianapolis. The school and hospital form the state's main medical center and the Medical School is ranked Class A beside Johns Hopkins Rush and other top schools. Students come from every county and help mark the Centennial of Indiana University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana University School of Medicine
Robert W. Long
Indianapolis
John Hopkins
Rush
Indiana
Indiana University
Trees Fallen on Bloomington Board Walk Preserve Sentinels
A hundred year old trees on Bloomington’s Board Walk were destroyed by a recent powerful wind. The two oaks, over two centuries old, sheltered generations of students and their dates as the university nears its Centennial next June. One sentinel survived, leaving mournful students and faculty noting the historic loss.
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Bloomington
Bojority
Reform in Prison System Seeks Humane Overhaul After War
Two British reform groups urge major prison system changes now to replace harsh discipline with classification, longer sentences for meaningful reform, and preventive social measures. They advocate better staff, women in key roles, abolition of warder punishment, and probation enhancements to deter crime.
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Humane Societies
Britain
London
England
Great Brit
Howard Association
Hby
Penal Reform League
Impr
Home Office
Ers
Delinquent Tax List for Putnam County 1918 Sale
Delinquent lands and lots in Putnam county listed for nonpayment of 1918 taxes. sale date set for Monday February 9, 1920. Includes properties in Greencastle, Russellville, Roachdale, Clinton and surrounding townships with owner names and parcel details.
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Putnam County
Oktie Perkins
Franklin
S. W. Irwin
Roachdale
Russell
Russellville
Monroe
Joe Coline
Parker
Jackson
Sarah M. Mundy
Barnard
Ft. No
W. F. Summers
Geo. E. Easley
Cook
Irwin A. Detchon
C. D. Greve
Se-Sec
Pe Oege
Editor Lum's career spans116 papers across states
Mayville North Dakota editor E D Lum claims to have owned and edited 116 publications. He describes starting as an agricultural salesman, buying Kensal Journal, Carrington Independent, and Barlow Enterprise, then Verona Independent, Monongo Journal, and finally Valley City Times Record. He owned papers in Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana and Minnesota including Melrose Laverne Hardwick. He edited multiple papers with varying political stances. He notes rapid shifts in ownership, the goal to edit more than five at a time, and the value of the newspaper business despite occasional losses. He likens buying a plant to buying a hat and jokes about the fun of the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayville
N. D
Lum
Mayville Tribune
Kensal
Kensal Journal
Carrington Independent
Barlow Enterprise
Verona Independent
Monongo Journal
Valley City Times-Record
Valley City
Virginia
North Carolina
Ohio
Michigan
Illinois
Indiana
Minnesota
Melrose
Laverne
Hardwick
North Dakota
Two Fingers Sufficient for Poker Claims
Joplin, Missouri reports Sidy Towe, 19, who claims only two fingers are needed to play poker. He told Judge J D Perkins and Circuit Court members his finger count. After arrest for bribery, he fled to Douglas County and returned with a $30 confession and pistol fear. The judge parole him on bribery and sent him to Youk County for treatment.
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Joplin
Sidney Towe
J. D. Perkins
Circuit Court
Towe
8. W. Bates
Douglas County
Just Yellow Mustard for Backache and Lumbago
An old remedy with mustard plaster promises relief for backache lumbago and inflammation. Begg’s Mustarine uses true yellow mustard and other pain destroyers claiming quicker cleaner relief without blistering though it is as hot as traditional plasters. External rub on affected areas and relief arrives in minutes priced 0 and 60 cents.
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Begg
Old Keyhole Night Skid and Modern Marriage Customs
A reflection on late night keyholes fading from memory and evolving wedding traditions. The piece notes how families now seek relief expeditions from the bride’s father in some cases and remarks on attitudes toward the roll of honor versus money.
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Proves Effective For Colds
A testimonial from Mrs Thomas Beching of Andrews Indiana praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for stopping winter colds and coughs stating her husband prefers it and will not take other medicines. The ad asserts the medicine's established value through user experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Thomas Beching
Andrews
Ind
Adv
Woman Keeps Money Hidden for Twenty Years Found in Gold
A California woman who had kept money hidden for two decades was found to have concealed $189 in gold coins. Her mother had hidden the stash, and the discovery was made during routine arrangements.
Dr Kings New Discover Deceptive Cold Remedy Ad
A vintage ad touts Dr Kings New Discover as a cold and cough remedy claiming relief for congested chest sore throat and cough. It targets children with safety assurances and lists a price of 1.20 dollars per bottle at druggists.
Dr Kings New Life Pills Adverts Constipation Relief
A vintage advertisement urges regular bowel movements with Dr Kings New Life Pills to remove waste from the body. It lists biliousness, headaches, sour stomach, indigestion and bad breath as helped by occasional use, inviting readers to buy at druggists for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kings
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