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Newspaper

Greencastle Herald

Location

Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1918

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Draft Examinations Continue For Class One Recruits

Examinations of men in Class One continue for about twenty days under new draft regulations. Dr. Sudwunski and the medical advisory team oversee tests with Gov. Geedrich and others supervising. A list of 60 plus names appears, detailing those called to appear before medical examiners this week.

Charles Sudranski Rhystetan Fulham Raf. Laord Ull Twelly Mies Sudwunski Niccd Wiles Geedrich Die Acion Refe WOM McGaughey Sure Mesom da. Conn Suds Ani Ue J. BF Decisis Robert L. Wright Fred K. Heavins William R. Sutherlin Joseph L. Hutcheson Andrew J. Knoll, Jr Roy E. Jones Virley C. Rice Wiliam W. Wright Walter Adams Fred B. Cook Clinton V. Cue Russell Stoner Otha McCammack Herbert L. Vandament Lee Craft Reuven A. Lurber Thomas Chenoweth Edward L. Slavens Harry Ash Claude H. Hughes Gilbert Rogers John D Don Wells Eddie H. Buis Leonard Witt Leonard A. Greenlee Haven E. O’rear Dennis Curran Hancil H. Nichols Elbert E. Hinkle Harry Brown Raymond E. Keyt Clarence. T. Rambo Emmert M. Brackney Poetry Leseth Ih

Sister’s name found in Herald as brother writes after 32 years

An old local item recalls a man who left home over twenty years ago to seek his fortune across the world. After years abroad he returned to find a sister mentioned in the Greencastle Herald. He wrote offering to cover a trip for her and her daughter to the West, and plans for a reunion and future schooling are noted.

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School principals meet on Saturdays to aid farm labor needs

L G Wright superintendent calls high school principals to discuss holding school on additional Saturdays to release boys early for farm work. The meeting is in the courthouse superintendent’s office at 10 30 Saturday. State council of defense urges exploration of early dismissal to relieve labor shortages. Current law requires terms of fixed length.

Sapy Wright L. G. Wright Court House State Council of Defense

German Baker in Pulaski County Sells 16 Ounce Bread for Five Cents

A report to Dr. Harry E. Barnard, federal food administrator for Indiana, through Pulaski county official R. S. Rogers, notes a small Pulaski County bakery selling 16 ounce loaves at five cents. Investigations found Medaryville bakers charged 13 cents for 24 ounce loaves, weighing more than standard.

Page Kaiser Bill Pulaski County America Harry E. Barnard Indiana R. S. Rogers

French relief box packed. January shipment from Putnam County

The January shipment from Putnam County contains 424 garments, 44 more than the December consignment. This aid box reflects continued support for relief efforts with a larger inventory ready for dispatch.

Putnam County

Local committee funds French relief drive for January

The committee on French relief reports the January shipment is packed and ready. December sent 180 items. January shipment includes 124 warm garments for children. Local clubs and citizens contributed heavily, with Cloverdale and Pick Chapel pledging effort. Finished items and materials may be left at the public library or Miss O’Hair’s studio.

Trohineen Cloverdale Peick Chapel O’hair

Franklin Five in Poor Condition for Contest

Franklin Indiana reports Franklin College basketball coach Thurber faces a depleted roster for the game against De Pauw University. Only a bare possibility of two players remains, with a near-rebuild underway from Yannigan material. The odds against Green Castle await in tomorrow night’s matchup.

Franklin Ind Cone Thurber DePauw University Yannigan Greencastle

What Barnard Learned Shipbuilding for World Food Relief

Dr. Harry E. Barnard notes at a Washington conference that Europe’s hunger hinges on ships. He stresses that beyond troops and guns, America must fund a robust shipbuilding program to transport food to France and support the war effort.

Harry E. Barnard Indiana Washington Europe France America

Shipping and rail policy drive world wartime tonnage aims

Experts warn submarine losses are rising and must be matched by greater export tonnage. Government rail control may divert food abroad toward the Gulf. With North American shortages, shipping should seek goods to South America Argentina India and Australia to offset gains in enemy tonnage and protect war effort.

Gulf Perus North America South America Argentina India Australia

Indiana Governor proclaims Thrift Day observance

Governor James P. Goodrich proclaims February 3 as official Thrift Day to promote federal savings plans. He urges Sunday sermons on thrift and an economic observance Monday February 4 to encourage purchase of thrift stamps and war savings certificates. Banks merchants and employers urged to support thrift education.

James P. Goodrich State of Indiana

Putnam County Mobilizes For Shipbuilding Drive

The United States must build ships to offset German submarine damages. C. C. Gillen of the council of defense gives four minute talks at local moving picture shows to boost county participation. Putnam county's enlistment goal is 100 workers, with total need estimated at 386000 men including carpenters painters plumbers blacksmiths electricians and laborers. Report to A. V. O'Daniel, county labor agent.

United States C. C. Gillen Council of Defense Moving Picture Show Putnam County A. V. O’daniel

Grogers Adopt Gash and Garry Delegates Meet in Indiana

Delegates from across the state convene at Indianapolis to approve a proposed system stamp of approval. The meeting centers on organizing support and formal endorsement for the new initiative.

Indianapol

Grocers Back Cash-and-Carry Plan in Indiana War Move

Wyckoff cites Hoover endorsement for cash-and-carry to aid war effort and save 8–12 percent for grocers, while delegates debate profits and delivery. Indiana delegates adopt resolutions on Sunday fuel orders and cooperative delivery plans as they study price margins and implications for rural stores.

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DePauw Quintet Set for Three-Game Trip This Week

DePauw prepares for a three game swing starting Monday with Franklin and followed by a clash against the Quakers on their floor Thursday. Captain Smith and teammates Billsingsley Carlysle Kriner McClure Ramsey and Isenbarger travel as Coach Buss aims for a clean slate and a victory on the road.

Depauw Frans Loy Wah Syanklin Fiarlbawa Tschangsferds Pgs Bay Eesdeye Ventate Tae Thurpeers Quakers Termam Five Dentals Buss Capt Smith Billingsley Carlysle Kriner McClure Ramsey Isenbarger

Violin Recital by Prof Howard J Barnum at Meharry Hall

Prof Howard J Barnum of DePauw School of Music presents a violin recital in Meharry Hall Friday evening at 8 with Mrs Barnum as accompanist. The program features works by Aubert Wieniawski Mozart Schumann Auer Debussy Ornstein Drigo Grainger and a duo arrangement of Molly on the Shore.

Howard J. Barnum Meharry Hall DePauw School of Music Barnum Pete Aubert Ania Gigue Presto Wieniawski Mozart Schumann-Auer Bird Townsend Les Farfadets Ornstein Natasha Debussy Shepherd Drigo-Auer Bluette Grainger Molly On

Telegraphy Class Notice At Library Tonight At Eight

Telegraphy class meets at the Library this evening at 8 o clock. All members must attend for an important report and to make up lost time. come early to prepare.

Temple Lodge Called Meeting Friday Evening

Temple Lodge No. 47 F and A M schedules a called meeting Friday at 7 30 p m with the M M degree. W W SELLER is the Worshipful Master and E E CALDWELL is the secretary.

Meeting Temple Lodge

Seed leader appointments discussed at county farm meeting

County agent presided over a farm meeting in which township leaders were named for a seed survey initiative. The group plans to extend efforts through February 4 as part of ongoing agricultural programs.

Farmur Cpouts

Survey to gauge seeds and labor for 1918 crops

Questions will cover acres planted last year and planned for this year, seed on hand and needed, varieties, sale offers, and seed testing results. Farmers, oats, clover, potatoes, soybeans, and cowpeas are included. Labor details, including hires and summer help, are requested to assess next year’s production and seed supply.

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Dentals Ready for DePauw Clash After Layoff

Indiana Dental basketball team resumed practice at the Marion Club gym after a two day layoff. Coach Clark's Tooth Pullers scrimmaged sixty minutes and prepare for a Saturday night game against DePauw University at the Marion Club gym. The Methodists beat the Dentals 32 to 21 in Greencastle before Christmas as the Dentals push to rebound and host DePauw on the three game trip.

Depauw Indianapolis Indiana Dental Marion Club Clark Dentals DePauw University Methodists Greencastle Dents Coach Buss

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