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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1914
Page
1
E B Taylor and H C Sayers compete Monday afternoon at the local observatory links in a 18 hole match. Taylor shoots 87 and Sayers 88, with Taylor winning by one stroke as low scores are recorded in the first, second, and third rounds.
Former record of 90 for 18 holes was broken as Sayers, Taylor and a third player competed. Taylor’s score surpassed all prior tournament marks by seven strokes, but Taylor lost the match to Sayers 88 to 90 amid reports the old record may stand longer.
Clare Burge of Hammond, prominent DePauw University student and Delta Tau Delta member, is at the point of death after an automobile accident near Hammond several days ago. Details on injuries andcause are unavailable. Burge was active in campus life and a member of the recent freshman class.
Dr. Demetrius Tillotson, a trustee appointed by Governor Ralstan, attended a Rockville meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Tuber culosis Hospital of the town today. The session focused on hospital oversight and governance.
George Blake, a leading Greencastle resident, dies after a prolonged illness from asthma and heart disease. A progressive community figure, he contributed to local affairs and civic projects for years.
After a yearlong illness George Edward Blake died at 6 am aged 69 at his east Franklin street home. Daughters Ava Conley and Pauline Hurst, and brother James W. Blake were at his side. A lifelong Greencastle resident he built a diverse career from newsstand and book store to insurance, building loans, the Blake Opera House, moving pictures, gas and oil ventures, and even early perpetual motion efforts. He was active in G A R, Masonry, Odd Fellows and Elk lodges. Funeral will be at College Avenue Church at 4 pm Wednesday.
The service will be conducted by the Rev. H. A. Gobin and Rev. Demetrius Tillotson. Burial will take place at Forest Hill Cemetery.
Smoke issued from the basement of the Third Ward school on Hanna street as a furnace fire rekindled refuse burning.Residents notified the fire department after the flue clogged and large smoke clouds rolled out.The fire bell did not sound when firefighters arrived.
City Engineer Lane says councilman ordered him to keep drawings and estimates unchanged. No council meeting has been called yet to discuss the sewer project.
City Engineer Alee Lane said no changes were made to the proposed sewer system plans despite reports of altered lateral lines. He noted the potential savings are about 3000 dollars, with main estimate at 79905 dollars and no special council meeting planned until the next regular session.
A supplemental complaint is filed as activists press to block the school board from proceeding with plans to build a new structure at Antijunior High School. The dispute centers on governance and budget considerations, with organizers citing transparency and community impact.
A supplemental complaint to the injunction suit against Greencastle's junior high plans will be filed by anti junior high supporters. Breed Elliott Harrison of Indianapolis, bond buyers, are named to be enjoined from accepting bonds or paying $44 000 to the school board. Attorneys call the move a clincher that could halt bond payment.
An executive committee of DePauw University trustees from Indianapolis will inspect campus buildings Wednesday to assess needed repairs and improvements. The board may decide on upgrades at its next meeting, including the proposed gymnasium, though officials stated no business will be transacted today.
Henry Mace of Washington township, jailed after a son's request, asks to be sent to the Hospital for the Insane. An inquest into his mental condition opened in Squire Frank's Court as doctors gathered evidence. It is expected the court may find him insane and seek admission to the State Hospital for the Insane in Indianapolis.
The Greencastle Feds baseball aggregation is organized with R. E. Huffman as manager and Cy Thomas as captain. Lottie Tucker and a lineup including Ford Frick Hanneman McLean Ben Powers will play. They plan games with Danville Browns Martinville Spencer and Paris Al, but will not use the local field due to expense.
The Monday Club gathered Monday afternoon at Mrs. Sallust's Elm Street home with Mrs. Inman. Mrs. Cook presented a Father Day paper while members answered. Out of town guests included Miss Hil man from Granite City Ind Mrs. Spear from Terre Haute and Mrs. Hunt daughter of Mrs. Sallust of Cloverdale. Ice cream cake and lemonade refreshments were served. Visitor Mrs. Albert Sinclair of Cloverdale joined.
The First National Bank files suit in Putnam Circuit Court against Ivan and Mary F. Huffman of Washington township seeking 225 dollars plus costs on a note. It claims a 1601.05 loan dated February 1, 1909 secured by real estate, with 225 unpaid, and asks foreclosure and 26 dollars for attorney fees.
Speculation surrounds Greencastle about the Indiana State Penal Farm resident trustee and the question of who may be chosen. No active candidates are known, and the role carries honor without pay, inviting any suitable applicant to the governor. Funeral services for Jesse Edmund Pate were held at Putnamville Methodist Church with burial in Putnamville Cemetery.
Archie C. Miller files suit in Clay County Circuit Court asking a restraining order to stop water shut off by Brazil City Water for overcharge claims. Case moved to Putnam Court on change of venue. Miller offered to pay 5.05, city billed 6.76 for last three months. Knight and Miller attorneys. Funeral notice for Brother George Blake follows club meeting tomorrow.
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