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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1901
Page
1
The Greensburg Standard lists subscription terms set by editor Luther D. Braden. One year in the county costs 1.50, and one year out of the county likewise charges 1.50. The notice specifies advance payment and a 100 to 125 amount reference, indicating early pricing details.
A letter notes Sam Galbraith was drafted without notice on Friday August 8 1902. The writer urges his resignation to avoid expense and humiliation, implying a protest against the draft process.
The editorial urges corrupt and dishonest public officials to be replaced by economical and businesslike management. It stresses just enforcement of statutes and impartial law enforcement to protect citizens and earn public support, criticizing officials who tolerate lax practices.
The Columbus Republican reports a Democratic convention set for August 9 in this city to nominate a joint senator Eph Norman of Hope and prosecutor Jonp Rynerson. Decatur county bands with both nominations, with Norman and allies allegedly swapping delegates to push a Decatur county prosecutor nomination. The piece notes Republicans will elect both offices regardless of Democratic picks, aside from potential honor in nominations.
The piece denounces a Democratic nominee's keynote claiming the country as a white man’s nation. It condemns Southern states enacting racial and political disfranchisement, argues the Constitution and Declaration oppose exclusive rule by any class, and criticizes leadership for brute force and prejudice. It warns against racial superiority guiding policy.
Senator Hanna regrets unable to speak at Municie Indiana Labor Day event. He notes interest in improving capital and labor relations and hopes continued efforts will benefit both sides. The piece recalls his public image as a large employer and how perceptions shifted over time.
In BLUEFIELD NICARAGUA on July 20 1902 H D Staaca writes from a wild frontier camp about delayed news due to regional trouble. He recounts wildlife snakes and a moonshined possum, heavy rains six months a year, arduous night treks, warm water, and near illness with distant doctors. He closes with concern over a two year stay and affection for his brother.
Charles Claud Kendall died after a brief illness on July 30 1902 at age 24. Born in Greensburg Indiana to Mr and Mrs Sylvester Kendall he was noted for kindness and devotion to family and friends. He joined Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church in 1898 and valued duty and love for fellowmen as guiding virtues.
Notorious outlaw Harry Tracy, after a prolonged manhunt and critical wounds, shot himself in the brain in a wheat field near Spokan or Spokane Washington. He is reputed to have killed nine men before his death following a sixty day defiance of law.
William H. Smythe longtime secretary of the Grand Lodge of Masons died at his residence 2029 North Capital Avenue at 5:50 PM. He had resigned in 1901 due to health after being shot in his office at the Masonic Temple in 1900. He was born July 2 1846 in Putnam County married Elizabeth J. Williams October 4 1870 and is survived by his widow and three children Elmer A Myrtle Smythe and Don V Smythe. The shooting remains unsolved. Indianapolis Journal.
Mrs. Sarah Ann Anderson Hunter of Greensburg died August 8 1902 aged 71 years 3 months 22 days after years of illness. She married Nathan Hunter November 30 1848 and they shared nearly fifty four years of marriage with seven children. She joined multiple churches and lived near Greensburg before moving to town six years ago. Surviving relatives include five sons two daughters ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. The obituary praises her faith patience and generous nature and lists prayers and hymns of tribute.
The Hunter family thanks neighbors and friends for their help during a difficult time. Their note expresses sincere gratitude for support and kindness shown.
A column lampoons how moon and sun lore misleads fiction, citing Wilkie Collins Rider Maggard Coleridge Kingsley and a film novel with mistaken celestial and wind details. It notes an eastern window lit at sunset and a pennant streaming in the wrong wind direction.
James A. Meek of Sandusky announces the Bowker Fertilizer Co as one of the country’s largest manufacturers with three major plants in Boston New Jersey New York and Cincinnati He touts Bowker fertilizer in 100 pound bags and guarantees substitution only if any bag fails value received and offers delivery to nearest railroad station for any quantity Meek plans a county wide canvass and thanks patrons for past support Batterton advertises Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets.
Headquart ers with Meek and Wooden sell former Ewina brands made to a personal formula. The salesman claims years of experience prove the fertilizer meets Decatur county needs and asserts lower prices. See samples and get prices at 281f Gero.
The list shows Thomas Clark and Lizzie Rews, Henry Hall and Mildred Jenkins, Oliver Robbins and Mollie Pearsey, Lewis F. Ricketts and Martha P. Cadby, Edgar Trout and Addie Owens, Joseph Hockersmith and Maud Edwards, Charles Brooks and Elizabeth Bur o, Cortez E. Ramer and Anna Stewart.
Trustees present a proposed township tax levy for the coming year showing a six cent increase over last year. The board will consider and approve the levy at the September session, detailing allocations for general, special school, and road taxes with list of affected districts and funds.
Owner Henry Clemons announces a closing out sale to end his grocery business. Stock and fixtures offered at low prices with bargains for all, starting August 4 at the East side of the square.
Nathan Thorp died at his West Second Street home this morning at five o'clock aged 65 years 8 months 25 days. native of Decatur county he was paralyzed for two years he leaves a wife two sons and two daughters he was brother of Mrs Josiah Crume according to the Rushville Graphic.
Sarah Christian files for divorce against Chris F Christian. Mary Ayers and others sue Sarah E Messler and others to quiet title. James A Miller and others sue Sarah E Messler for partition and quiet title.
An advertisement promotes Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a cure for eczema itching skin humors pimples and skin ulcers. It claims internal use enriches purifies and vitalizes blood to heal skin and bone pains. Samples and free medical advice offered with mail order and local agents named in Greensburg and Atlanta.
A fire in the afternoon burned a small barn owned by Ralph Davis near Prine and Mee elevator. Loss estimated at about $300. The shed was occupied by Wm Schofield. Earlier, at about three o'clock, the office did routine job work.
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