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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1922
Page
1
The May festival opens in Greencastle with first of three days at Meharry Hall under Prof. R. C. Sloane. The Rose Maiden cantata features the high school chorus with DePauw Music School artists Wednesday night.
Paul Jones of DePauw University leapt twenty two feet six inches at a dual track meet with Indiana University in Greencastle. The junior, son of Rev. and Mrs. George B. Jones, is praised for the remarkable jump and his all around college involvement including YMCA president and Sigma Nu member.
Miss Lois Black daughter of Mrs Laura Black of Oakland Illinois died Tuesday after falling down stairs at her home. Death caused by brain concussion and skull fracture. She was about 28 and had an engaged, upcoming June wedding. Survived by mother and three brothers Rob ert O Black George W Black and Andrew Black of Trenton New Jersey. Body to be brought for burial. arrangements pending. Andrew Hanna, cousin, traveled to Oakland on Tuesday.
Charles H Barnaby and Mrs Barnaby return from a Mediterranean Sea trip and will speak at the Rotary Luncheon at the Christian Church Wednesday noon. He will offer an interesting talk on his journey and all members are urged to attend.
At a Greencastle Chamber of Commerce lunch the board passed a resolution to close stores at 3:15 and attend a 3:30 Wednesday game on McKeen Field between the local high school team and Manual Training School of Indianapolis. The business group backs coach Rhea’s proteges who wear the town colors and strive to perform well.
The local Rotary Club baseball team travels to Indianapolis to face the Indianapolis Rotary Club at Washington Park this afternoon after attending the Claypool Hotel luncheon at 12 15.
Blackberry winter ended Saturday and experts warn the July crop will cause bushes to sag due to heavy blossom growth. The column playfully notes a berry barometer predicting chill May 10 to 20 and estimates berry counts, chiggers, and pie portions as berry season approaches.
Locust Street Church announces the third quarterly meeting of the year to be led by Dr. W. H. Wylie next Friday night at 7 45 and a Sunday morning sermon. Pastor Rev. H. C. Clippinger will lead the Love Feast next Thursday night after Prof Bundy lectures on the Life of Jesus. Lectures have drawn attendees from many churches and will resume in the fall after college opens.
DePauw baseball team schedules two away games this week against State Normal in Terre Haute and Wabash in Crawfordsville. The Tigers aim to repeat earlier victories over both opponents with Fred Davis back in the lineup at catcher after a ten day absence.
Glenn Charlott Skelton age 26 and Blanche Mae Roberts age 22, both of Putnam County, received marriage licenses.
DePauw athletes shine as Paul Jones clears 22 feet 6 inches in DePauw Indiana meet. Greencastle Rotarians travel to Indianapolis to play baseball. weather and oil slicks hinder travel. Ted Merriam praised for building a strong track team despite ordinary talent. Horseback riding remains popular, with ponies used for years at DePauw.
Columbus F Edmundson sues Raymond J Scherer in Putnam Circuit Court over a farm personal property and livestock replevy dispute. The case, moved from Hendricks County, is before Judge Hughes and concerns unpaid goods and a bill of sale.
Unverified reports claim DePauw Athletic Director Fred Walker will leave his post on August 25. Dr. George R. Grose could announce the change this week or next, with E. C. Buss named as potential successor. Ted Merriam and E. S. Krantz are expected to stay on.
The Greencastle area mourns neglect at the old cemetery, urging a surrounding fence, weed removal, and immediate care before Memorial Day. Residents question who will act to honor past pioneers and soldiers buried there.
Citizens advocate immediate action to fund street and cemetery improvements in Greencastle. Haynes Construction finishes oiling streets at about 1600 cost shared by property owners. drivers report skidding and garages filled with cars awaiting absorption period.
Coach Rhea’s baseball proteges prepare for Manual Training High School of Indianapolis at McKeen field. A large crowd is expected as locals practice daily this week. The report also notes chorus ticketing for The Rose Maiden rehearsals and cancellation of the senior class chapel due to time constraints. George Klein is highlighted for Julius Caesar screening.
The notice thanks the Greencastle music department Rotary club Eitel Son for festival flowers R P Mullins Drug Company for tickets and DePauw Music School for donated services The high school baseball team thanks Mayor Zeis for proclaiming the Greencastle citizens attendance at Wednesday’s game and the attending citizens Soup note closes.
The funeral for James M. Cline, who died at his home two miles east of Fillmore, was held Tuesday at 2 30 PM in the Fillmore Christian Church with Rev A M Hootman presiding. Burial followed in Fillmore Cemetery.
A small Clay county ferry operated by Charles Strain sank at the Brunswick bridge on the Eel River south of Brazil Indiana. Twenty five aboard included men women and children with four automobiles. all survived though women and children were shocked and exposed. Authorities investigate as boats carried passengers ashore.
Paul T. Buis, son of F. C. and Ida E. Buis, finished his senior year at Linton High School with second highest honors in a class of 53. He posted a 93.53 average, just behind the top 94.41. In Linton he held multiple roles, serving on the Annual Management Committee, acting in the senior class play, and taking part in senior stunts. He previously attended Belle Union High School.
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