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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1915
Page
1
Dr Cassel Tucker son of W W Tucker of this town was swept by Deer Creek overflow at midnight. He directed desperate efforts to rescue his horse and himself, surviving a swift current.
Dr. Cassell Tucker narrowly survived a midnight river flood near Bloomington pike Five miles south of town as his horse and buggy were swept downstream by Deer Creek current He abandoned the rig and fought to shore reaching safety at a nearby gate The buggy later found in a field while locals note the water was higher than since 1875
Sayers, a local golfer in the Directors Cup division of the Central Association Golf Association at Highland Golf Course Indianapolis, defeated Harry Cooler the Indianapolis billiard player by one up in the morning round. He forfeited his afternoon match to Mr Warner when a storm broke, choosing not to play in the rain.
The essay splits skunks into two types the anonymous letter writer and the knocker. Both are praised for spurring others toward achievement and higher ideals despite portraying cowardly, unlikable traits and lack of success.
An Indianapolis newspaper representative named Billy Blodgett arrived in Greencastle about 9 am and secured a car to visit the state farm. He said his purpose was to see a prisoner there, but no details were provided. The visit is described as potentially revealing something significant.
A Cleveland man struck during an electrical storm is identified as Harry Webber of Cleveland Ohio. He was instantly killed on Wednesday afternoon when a bolt of lightning hit him while in State Farm prison. He had been sent to State Farm from Indianapolis.
The State Farm prisoner Harry Webber, 909 Superior Avenue Cleveland Ohio, was struck and killed instantly by lightning during a storm while en route to a barn shelter. Webber was moved from Indianapolis Tuesday. two companions survived. The body was taken to A K Hanna Undertaking and will be given to a medical college if unclaimed.
Unusually heavy rainfall damages corn and oats, shatters wheat, and knocks out power as lightning snaps lines. Thousands of dollars in losses reported across all parts of the county with fields and farms bearing the brunt.
A major storm across Putnam County leaves about five inches of rainfall, flooding lowlands, destroying corn and oats stands, and damaging wheat in shock. Telegraph and telephone lines suffer, long distance communication halts, and rail lines experience washouts while farmers face ruined crops and postponed plowing.
Lightning struck the Donner residence on east Seminary street causing minor roof damage. Heavy rain flooded cellars citywide, washing out roads and ruining wheat and hay. The Walnut Creek bridge extension prevented roadway damage, but the long fill near Stilesville and other streets suffered serious washouts. The Monon train slowed due to water on rails and power lines were briefly knocked out in Cloverdale.
A large crowd is expected for the Greensville band concert on the courthouse lawn this evening weather may dampen attendance due to a rain threat and possible interference.
A large crowd is expected for the semi monthly Green Castle band concert on the courthouse lawn under the Booster Club. Heavy rain and dark clouds threatened postponement but management chose to proceed at 1 pm. Rehearsal was skipped due to Wednesday’s storm, yet a good concert is promised with a miscellaneous program. Weather is expected to be reasonably favorable.
The office of Secretary at State in Indianapolis reports 513 automobiles owned in Putnam County on July 1 1915. Estimated value of motor cars is at least 350000 with further growth expected, while monthly running costs total about 3000 and yearly expenses at least 36000.
About twenty five members of the B. P. O. Elks lodge will travel to Brazil this evening for the dedication and opening of the new Elks home there. Attending are Hershal Watts E. E. Cald win Harry Hays Frank Cannon Jr James Walker Russell Farmer Elmer Vuaneleave Albert Vaughn and Lacy Stoner.
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