Fish Tribes Rebalance In Local Streams
In county streams, fish tribes are being relocated with big fish moved out and small ones moved in, adjusting the local aquatic balance under county oversight.
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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1911
Page
1
Putnam County Liberates 2000 Bass Minnows in County Streams
A consignment of about 2000 smallmouth bass minnows from Northville Michigan was released into Putnam County streams Big Walnut Little Walnut and Deer Creek. Desirable bass were placed while larger fish like suckers, carp and sickleback were removed by seine. The release was conducted by Ernest Stoner using three cars, with location of release kept private.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam County
Ernest Stoner
Big Walnut
Little Walnut
Deer Creek
United States
Northville
Mich
Former Putnam County Man wed in Kansas
The Waverly Kansas Gazette reports the wedding of Mona Litterell to W Ralph Williams. Williams is a former Putnam county native noted in the Raccoon and Fincas tle area. The ceremony occurred June 27 1911 at the Finfrock home with Rev Life of Waverly Methodist Church officiating on a decorated porch in warm weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mona Litterell
Ralph Williams
Waverly
Kansas
Putnam County
Raccoon
Fincastle
W. Ralph Williams
Harry Finfrock
Life
Methodist Church of
Wedding Bells Shine Over La Loupe Couple
A wedding scene described as handsome featured the union of a Waverly high school graduate daughter of J. W. Litterell and her groom from La Loupe Kansas. Guests toasted the couple as Mr. and Mrs. Finfrock hosted refreshments for a large gathering. They plan to reside near July 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waverly High School
LaLoupe
Kansas
Star Grain and Lumber Co
Et LeLoupe
Wall Under Zeis Grocery Sidewalk Tied to 1870 Brick Build
On Thursday workmen tore up the sidewalk in front of Zeis Grocery and discussed the stone wall beneath. The wall and the brick building above were built in 1870 by William Nelson. Before 1870 the site held frame structures and the 1875 fire led to a new brick structure on the same foundation with the sidewalk walls reused as coal bins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeis
William Nelson
Birth of Elizabeth Jane Smith in 1849 and family moves
Elizabeth Jane Smith was born in Wilmington Delaware on December 14 1849 to Robert H and Elizabeth Smith. At age 12 she moved with her parents to Greencastle Indiana and later to Terre Haute. She married James Westfall and had three children all living in Indianapolis. She died June 9 1911 at age 61 in Greencastle after living with her sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Jane Smith
Wilmington
Delaware
Robert H
Elizabeth Smith
Greencastle
Ind
Terre Haute
James Westfall
J. M. Hall
J. C. Hinsely
Oliver Westfall
Indianapolis
B. P. Houck
Irene May Hurst
Elmer ©. Hurst
J. B. Sedwick
Stilesville
Ernest Mills
Alexander
Mills
Martinsville Democrat
Sun Hatch Brings Chickens From Deserted Nest
Avordale resident Claude T. Shake reports sun hatching after a mother hen abandoned a nest. Since last Friday eight chicks emerged from the brood, with more eggs pipped and expected to hatch. The nest remains unattended as the heat aids the process, according to Shake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude T. Shake
Avordale
Mr. Shake
Shake
Sullivan Daily Times
Showers Bring Relief After Heat Wave Across State
After six days of extreme heat, light showers reached various parts of the state Thursday night. Readings fell from 96 97 degrees to comfortable evening levels though no rain fell in Greencastle. The Indianapolis weather bureau forecast thunder showers for today and tonight with Putnam county expected to share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Putnam Couny
Weather Bureau
Greencastle
Putnam County
Ice famine persists amid uneven supply to stores
Heat and shortage batter the region as ice deliveries reach storekeepers this morning while residential districts report continued deprivation. Officials promise further shipments to ease the strain on households still without ice.
Fourth of July Skyrocket Fatality Recalled in Coatesville
The Coatesville Herald editor recalls a July Fourth incident 43 years earlier in Greencastle. A skyrocket stick struck a boy, penetrated his skull, and caused death. The doctor removed the stick with forceps. the broken piece vanished from trial evidence, leading to a verdict for the defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Coatesville Herald
Allen Couple Leaves for Two Week Visit in Ohio
Mr and Mrs H C Allen depart for a two weeks visit with Mr and Mrs Robert Colton at their cottage near Indian Lake Ohio Bellefontain The lake is a short distance from Bellefontain county area details show a pleasant excursion to the lake region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Allen
Robert Colton
Bellefountain, O
Indian Lake
Bellefountain
Elijah Through the Holy Land Tour at Brick and Mount Pleasant
The pastor presents a lecture tracing Elijah’s career from Samaria to Moab with scenes of Holy Land sites. Lectures Sunday at Brick Chapel 8 pm and Monday at Mount Pleasant 8 pm. all are welcome to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brick Chapel
Mount Pleasant
Samaria
Chuth Valley
Old Zeraphath
Mt. Carmel
Kishan
Haveb’s Maze
Nabath’s Vineyard
Bethel
Jericho
Jordan
Moab
Mt. Sarmel
Elijah
Mt. Pleasant
Holy Land
Ice Shortage Consumes Indiana Town Amid Heat
Residents face depleted ice supplies as local firm struggles to obtain shipments from other cities. Stores receive limited ice while households rely on distant sources. water coolers and milk deliveries suffer. dire losses predicted if relief fails to arrive soon. Funeral for Mrs. Andrew Wimmer held. she was a respected North Putnam County resident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Ice Company
Indiana
Wire Department
Andrew Wimmer
Charles Carver
Bainbridge
Brick Chapel
Wimmer
Putnam County
Destructive Storm Ravages Jefferson Township Farmlands
A damaging storm swept southern county Wednesday around 3 AM, destroying Vaughn farm near Belle Union with barn and wagon shed collapsed and all wheat flattened. Meek farm timber damaged, adjoining farm timber ruined, Broadpark forty acre field left with one shock of wheat. Orchards stripped of fruit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. P. Vaughn
Jefferson Township
Belle Union
Meek
Broadpark
Brazilian Residents Accuse Clay County Men of Misconduct
Residents of Washington Township say men from Clay County spent last Sunday in the county and allege improper conduct. The complaint centers on actions attributed to the visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Township
Clay County
Early Roasting Ears In Greencastle Gardens
In Greencastle several backyard growers report sweet corn roasting ears as early corn season begins. Squire Ashton and D C Brackney are among those enjoying home grown ears. Rain could have sped maturity. stores sell new shipped corn, though home grown is not yet plentiful for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Back Yard
Squire Ashton
D. C. Brackney
Danville Sets Up Postal Savings Bank Opening
Danville will open a Postal Savings Bank on July 27 as decided after a prior feasibility review. Any person over 10 may deposit from 1 to 500 dollars. no more than 100 dollars can be added per month. A ten cent deposit book and ten cent postal stamps are required to start sub one dollar deposits, with funds then credited to the deposit book. Once the 500 dollar limit is reached the depositor may invest in U S bonds and start a new account.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danville
Postal Savings Bank
Hornaday
Savings Bank
U. S
Danville Gazette
Brazil Men Outing Disturbs Washington Township Farmers
A resident letter to The Herald accuses a group calling themselves Business Men’s Outing of Brazil of drunken behavior on Mill Creek banks. The party, said to include lawyers physicians and city officials, arrived Saturday with three beer-laden wagons and reportedly kept farmers awake with loud drinking and singing all night. Farmers warn action if repeated, per signatory One Who Knows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald
Washington Township
Brazil
Mill Creek
Daily Herald
Communion Service at Presbyterian Church Tonight
Service preparatory to communion will be held at the Presbyterian church this evening at 7 30. The pastor will preach and all are invited. Those desiring church membership by confession should meet the session after the service. Communion Sunday morning led by H L Beeman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Rumors Surround Noblesville Property Sale and Garage Plans
S A Hays traveled to Noblesville on business. Miss Geraldine Hadley of Danville visits Miss Sylvia Singleton. Miss Elenor Modlin of Russellville visits Mrs F M Singleton and family. James B Nelson who bought the Jesse Welk property on North Jackson Street denies a definite sale or garage plan though several buyers may pursue the site. no firm decision yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldine Hadley
Danville
Sylvia Singleton
Elenor Modlin
Russellville
F. M. Singleton
James B. Nelson
Jesse Welk
North Jackson Street
Nelson
Bainbridge Claim Team Beats Green Castle Grays in Punk Deal
In a recent baseball game, Bainbridge claimed victory over the Green Castle Grays amid a controversial “punk” deal. Details remain unclear as the report focuses on the outcome and involvement of the Bainbridge team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle Grays
Bainbridge Indians Defeat Greencastle Grays Amid Controversy
Bainbridge traveled to Greencastle for a return game and faced claims of biased umpiring and underhanded tactics. Report says ten players, paid admissions, and attempts to influence the umpire and pitcher, yet Bainbridge prevailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bainbridge News
Greencastle Grays
Bainbridge
Greencastle
Bainbridge Indians
Grays
Sudden Temperature Drop Overcast Sky Shocks Town
An abrupt weather change saw the temperature fall 14 degrees in about 30 minutes between noon and 1 PM as clouds and a brisk breeze moved in. The local observer noted the rapid drop, with the mercury sliding quickly during the lull.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Summer Shirts Slide Into Sale At Reduced Prices
The store expands its sale of tong shirts with fifteen dozen Kingley summer shirts in dark and light shades. Sizes 14 to 18 are offered at 12 for $1.50 and $2.00 quality, now down to $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tong
Kingley
Also Mentioned on This Page
LOGAL
J. W. Litterell
the Burgess Stock CO
ST. Elmo
Cook’s Drug Store
Browning
Old Sol
Preparatory Service
H. L. Beeman
S. A. Hays
Noblesville
the Central Trust Co
Zeis & Ceo
Grocers
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