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Newspaper
Greencastle Star
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1881
Page
8
Exclusive county makers and dealers advertise as the only certain place to buy good furniture at low prices. Let everybody go to Hathaway Block for deals on furniture pictures and picture frames.
The Belle Union post office was robbed of stamps and cash last Friday night. A Greencastle quarry worker fell from a rock ledge causing hip and rib injuries. A large South Greencastle party danced at John Lynch’s home and some guests walked home after a vehicle mishap. Squire Hurst reported a watch stolen, later found mislaid. Mr Hammond fell from a horse on Franklin Street but escaped serious injury. An overshoe from Greencastle boys was turned into a chicken coop by grocer Frank Howell. A National Land League chapter formed at Brown’s Hall with officers elected and a stance against Britain’s arrest of Parnell. The Briscoe-Sutherlin trial continues at Rockville with many local names in attendance.
The Asbury Monthly for November reports cadet drills, elocution, and an orator chosen for February. It records the death of Gillum Ridpath A M of typhoid fever at Aurora Illinois and a detailed memorial by Dr Gobin tracing Ridpath’s life from humble origins to academic success, his Christian faith, struggle with illness, and enduring character.
Deputy Sheriff John Brandon arrested log hauler James M. Leo of Cloverdale township on forgery and related charges. Leo allegedly issued forged orders signed Sim Sinclair and William Pollard for amounts from 50 cents to 2.50, some honored before discovery. He tried to flee at Burnett's shoe store but was recaptured. he remains jailed awaiting sentence and transport to Jeffersonville.
A biographical sketch praises a man’s pure language, patience under hardship, and strong religious beliefs. It notes his view that character matters more than ceremony, and recounts his final days, devout habits, and hope for a blessed afterlife. The piece also includes assorted clippings and anecdotes about remedies and social hints.
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