Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate in Putnam County Indiana
The sheriff announces a public auction on July 5 1918 between 10 am and 4 pm at the Greencastle court house to sell rents and profits of several tracts totaling about 80 acres in township 16 north range 3 west Walnut Fork area to satisfy a decree for 3912.07 plus interest and costs. If insufficient, the fee simple of remaining real estate may be offered. Dated June 9 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Putnam County
Indiana
Farmers’ & Merchants’ Bank
George W. Eggers
Mary E. Eggers
Adah L. Eggers
James H. Eggers
George E. Beasley
Davis Bros. Co. Incorporated
Jesse Eggers
State of Indiana
L. Airhart
Greencastle
Putnam
Sixten
Walnut Fork
Eel River
Hel River
TRY A HERALD WANT AD
An ounce of Hollister's RM Tea advertised as a purifying remedy for sale by Owl Drug store. The copy touts strong cleaning and purifying action as it promotes the product in a period newspaper style.
Guardian Bonds Over Star in Theatrical Romance
Horace Shenton learns his ward Ethel Carbery loves an actor, Claude Milverton, and his son Bob is the suitor she truly favors. The revelation unites guardian and heir as Ethel pleads, then her confession transforms a quarrel into approval. The family drama ends with acceptance and joy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Shenton
Bob
Ethel
Mr. Shenton
Robert
Ethel Carbery
Claude Milverton
Bob Shentom
Claude
Identification Solider Found From Hackensack River Death
A corpse recovered from the Hackensack River proved to be a corporal missing from Fort Slocum. Investigators ruled a murder after a bullet wound to the forehead. An Army medical procedure restored finger impressions for positive ID, aiding detectives in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Adjt
Ainsworth
Hackensack River
Hackensack
New York
War Department
Adjutant General
Fort Jay
Washington
Fort Slocum
Potter's Field
Horse Jim the Savings Bank of Paterson Firehouse
In Paterson New Jersey Jim a bay horse at the fire department was found to have a dime embedded in his left shoulder. City veterinarian Dr. Pierce reported the coin had lodged there for years after the horse was dragged on asphalt during a rescue. Firemen recall the incident from three years ago and believe Jim picked up the dime then as part of his savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paterson
N. J
Jim
Pierce
Matin Street
Odd Massachusetts deed transfers estate to the Lord Jesus
Charles Hastings of Worcester deeded in 1870s a Asburnham property valued near 50000 to the Lord Jesus, declaring Jesus rightful owner per biblical law. Hastings reserved lifetime occupancy, upkeep rights, and tax and insurance payments, recorded as one of Massachusetts' strangest deeds.
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Worcester
Mass
Asburnham
Lord Jesus
Charles Hastings
Massachusetts
Jesus
Hastings
Decay of Politeness in Paris Dandies Cited
Paris commentator M. Andre de Fouquieres in Matin laments a decline in French courtesy, claiming the people imitate English rudeness from Brummell era examples. He argues politeness is vital for democracy and that young Paris elites neglect guests at meals.
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Paris
France
M. Andre de Fouquieres
Matin
de Fouquieres
Ten Bullets in Head and Throat Slash Attempt
Hartford New paper reports Robert Sturgis a 27 year old Deep River farmhand who shot himself with a revolver ten times and slashed his throat three times in an apparent suicide attempt. He survived after being found and rushed to a hospital where doctors expect possible recovery aside from blood poisoning risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Conn
Robert Sturgis
Deep River
Sturgis
Notes and Comment on Scissors in a Case Design
Keeps scissors safe with an ornamental and functional case. The article notes cases are often missing and presents a small decorative example sized to fit common scissors, stressing size and shape depend on the specific blades.
Crafting two-sided decorative silk panels
The passage describes folding two cardboard pieces with silk panels. Each side is bordered by plain silk and narrow ribbon, with bordered edges formed by buttonhole stitches and small scallops. A narrow sarcenet ribbon adds a border to separate the sides.
The Way to Encourage Your Husband in Struggling Times
Practical guidance from Success Magazine on uplifting a husband facing financial hardship. It urges persistent reminders of money worries and discontent, urging lavish purchases for the children and replacement of worn clothes, framed as encouraging generosity with his funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Success Magazine
A Woman's Nature Story From Harpswell Cats and Robins
Mrs. William Holbrook of Harpswell Me owns a cat named Jim Blaine that chased a young robin and drew the ire of a dozen Robins. The birds formed a line to defend their brood and two robins chased the cat into the house. Mrs Welsh reports her cat befriended a deserted chick after her kittens were removed, and the pair have been photographed together.
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William Holbrook
Harpwell
Thomas Welsh
Jim Blaine
Jim
Mrs. Welsh
Wedding Ring Finger Across Europe and England
The belief that the wedding ring belongs on the left hand’s third finger due to a heart nerve originates from Rome but did not spread to the Continent. In France Belgium and Germany and most European nations the engagement ring occupies the left third finger while the wedding ring sits on the right third finger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
France
Belgium
Germany
Two Young Men Talk of Beating a Bigger Man
In a club setting two youths debate overpowering a larger bully described as a heavy drinker and bluffer. One urges swift action while the other questions personal motive and whether violence is needed. The exchange centers on fear and bravado.
Biddieford's Russian Scheme Ends in Failure
A brief Plain Dealer excerpt notes Biddieford failed in a Russian scheme and questions his purpose for involvement. It mentions plans around an accident insurance company, signaling a dubious enterprise without detailing outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddieford
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Providence and heaven near in tribulation town
A dialecty reflection from the Atlanta Constitution notes that comfort and salvation live in the heart not distant heaven. It mocks the idea of angelic agents guiding souls and questions the gatekeepers at heaven’s threshold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Constitution
The Wise Servant Mrs Corem House Inquiry
A servant cannot tell if the mistress is home. The servant remarks the visitor may have a wart on the nose and implies the mistress is not available. The lines reflect a dramatic stage moment with a shadowed doorway setting.
Compromise on Dress and Suit Funds Sparks Playful Banter
A couple jokes about budgets and wardrobe when dividing money for clothing. The wife asks for one hundred dollars for a new dress while the husband counters with fifty for a new suit. They conclude that compromise means wearing what they already own.
Home Made Wire Stretcher Aids Farm Fence Work
J E Bridgeman of Lamar Missouri recounts fabricating a home made wire stretcher after a 20 mile trip to Neosho to obtain a factory model was impractical. The device uses a D clamp, a six foot lever and trace and stay chains to tension wire, proving faster and as powerful as the commercial stretcher. The outfit was built in about two hours using spare bolts from a hay rack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDonald County
Missouri
Neosho
J. E. Bridgeman
Lamar
Potatoes Sprayed With Fungicides Boost Yields
Experiments at the Vermont Experiment Station over eighteen years test Bordeaux mixture and Paris green on potatoes. Recent trials compare two three and four applications. Two August sprays were less effective than early July and other schedules, with marketable tubers rising 52 to 172 percent over unsprayed.
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Vermont
Pump for the Garden
A good pump should be part of every garden's equipment. For small gardens a compact air or knapsack pump suffices, while larger plots benefit from a barrel pump with spraying attachments or an automatic pump matched to truck wheels, saving labor time. The compressed air sprayer leaves both hands free for spraying two or three small trees, possibly with a step ladder for reach.
Fertilizer Types Direct and Indirect Described
The text divides fertilizers into direct nutritive and indirect stimulant types. Nutritive fertilizers supply nitrogen, phosphoric acid, and potash to nourish crops, while stimulants do not provide actual plant food but boost availability of existing soil nutrients.
Kerosene Emulsion Recipe for Insect Control
A historic recipe describes making kerosene emulsion by dissolving hard soap in boiling water, adding coal oil, and churning for ten minutes. Dilute ten to twenty five times before use to kill scale insects, aphids, red spiders, cabbage worms, and soft-bodied pests. It warns against wasting apples and suggests feeding unsellable fruit to stock to avoid pest buildup.
Picking Apples Costs Declared For Various Tree Heights
A packer notes the cost to harvest a barrel of apples is 20 cents on very large high trees and no more than seven cents on low-headed trees. He adds a comment that you cannot do without a good smoker for the small cost of one dollar.
Remedy Promises Instant Help for Stomach Ailments
Local claimants allege chronic appendicitis sufferers misdiagnose gas and constipation. Jones Stevens Drug promotes Adler-ika a buckthorn bark glycerine compound claiming a single dose cures appendicitis and delivers instant relief.
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Greermcastle
Jones- Stevens’ Drug Company
Chicago Sunday Excursion Monon Route
Special train leaves Greencastle at 5 30 a m June 15 1913 returning to Chicago at 11 30 p m with stops at Hammond and Englewood. Fare 165 round trip. For details call Monon depot J D Ellis agent. D of SD tf.
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Greencastle
Chicago
Hammond
Englewood
Monon Depot
J. D. Ellis
SD Tf
Summer A M Tea Sold By Owl Drug
An advertisement touts Hollister’s A. M. Tea for summer use to ease discomfort and promote regularity. The notice indicates availability for sale at Owl Drug Store.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised for Colds and Whooping Cough
L. C. Haines of Marbury Alabama endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as excellent for coughs colds and lung troubles. The remedy contains no narcotics and is easy to take and sold by all dealers.
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Ceeping House
L. C. Haines
Marbury
Ala
Notice to Bridge Contractors in Putnam County Indiana
Sealed bids for four bridges including substructure superstructure and approaches will be accepted by the Putnam County Board of Commissioners at the Auditor's office Greencastle until 2 p m June 21 1913. Bridges span Deer Creek Lucas ford Warren Township Leatherman branch Durham ford Madison township Henesse branch Warren Township near Putnamville. Bonds equal to twice bid amount with two freehold sureties required. Commissioners A M Gardner James E Houck James B Bunten Attest Co L Airhart County Auditor Greencastle Ind June 2 1913 3t wkly June 6th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Auditor's Office
Putnam County
Indiana
Greencastle
Auditor's
Deer Creek
Lucas Ford
Warren Township
Putnamville
Leatherman
Madison Township
Center School House
Henesse Branch
A. M. Gardner
James E. Houck
James B. Bunten
Notice of Sale of Road Bonds Putnam County
Putnam County Treasurer will sell at his Greencastle office road bonds for Eli Brattain et al on county line Jackson township Parke county and Madison township Putnam county Indiana Nineteen bonds of 143 dollars and one of 152 dollars total 2869 with accrued interest First bond dated June 3 1913 Due May 15 1914 Interest 4 percent Bonds payable at Putnam County Treasurer office Sealed bids due by 12 oclock Wednesday June 18 1913 Arthur L Beat Treasurer Herald June 6 13 Weekly June 13 20
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Putnam County
Greencastle
Ind
Eli Brattain Et al
Jackson Township
Parke County
Madison Township
Indiana
Putnam County Court House
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Theodore Boes
Hollister
Owl Drug Store
Paris Green
London
Shenton
Beverly Kent
Wees
FIAT
Hadeon
Horse Was
Savings Bank
Christ
Critle
Tcies Turned
West Madison Street
Excelsior
Br'er Williams
Co. L. Airhart
Arthur L. Beat
Putnam County, Herald
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