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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1920
Page
3
The Greensburg community learns of Mayor Cassius C. McCoy's death at 7:40 PM after years of illness. He lived in Decatur County, served as Greensburg mayor since 1916, and was active in the Presbyterian church and local fraternal orders. Burial is at South Park Cemetery after a service at the Presbyterian church.
An unknown driver last night drove onto the Monfort and Walnut street lawn at the high school, circling and cutting deep ruts. Damage amounts to several dollars. officials will prosecute once the offender is identified.
Rollin A. Turner spoke at the Elks lodge in Frankfort yesterday afternoon before a large audience in the auditorium building.
Mrs. Mary A. Guthrie aged 62 died Sunday at 2 a m in her Adams home. She leaves four children Justis Maud and Mrs. Charles Patterson and Freeman Guthrie, two sisters and a brother. Funeral at her residence tomorrow at 10 a m conducted by Rev C E O'Dell with burial in Hebron cemetery.
The Adams H. T. D. A. held its December meeting with a large turnout and approved Welcome and Slow Down signs at roads entering Adams and near the schoolhouse. The group, a major county organization with about 140 members, unions with state and nearby associations totaling thousands. It patrols, arrests criminals, and aids law enforcement, pledging to protect the innocent and bring the guilty to justice while opposing mob violence.
After six weeks the search for Sidney Thatcher who escaped from a Rising Sun Indiana jail while held on a brother killing charge last August ended Saturday with Thatcher identified as a loiterer shot by Patrolman East at Andersons Ferry Ohio. Thatcher was suspected in recent incendiary fires near Hartsville and the fatal shooting by the officer occurred when the man ran along a railroad track after a halt command.
An estate of 15000 dollars left by Frank W. Roszell of Indianapolis, who died suddenly, has sparked a dispute in court. Two claimants, Nellie House and Jessie Dengleman, of Terre Haute, and a woman known as Mrs. Roszell, a common law wife, contest the will. A burial clash led to dual funerals. administrator Fred R. Bornfield arranged interment in Terre Haute beside his former wife.
Greensburg Lodge No. 475 Elks held a memorial service at the Presbyterian church. Hon. George Barnard of Newcastle delivered the address praising Elks aims, charity, and American ideals. The program included a ritual, hymns, and tributes to deceased members, with 195 current members.
Miss Edith Brune daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry B Brune of South East street and Dennis Kirkpatrick son of Mr and Mrs William H Kirkpatrick Sr of 1124 North Anderson street were married in Newport Kentucky on Saturday afternoon. The bride has worked as a night operator at the local telephone exchange and the groom is employed at the water works pumping station. The News extends heartfelt congratulations to the couple.
Forest Edwin Graham married Gladys Magie Grover at the Christian parsonage on Saturday evening at 7 o'clock with Rev. A. T. Shaw officiating. The couple left for Indianapolis after the ceremony. The bride is daughter of Dr and Mrs C B Grover of West Main street. groom son of Mr and Mrs Ed Graham of 228 Franklin street. He is a World War veteran employed at Mitchell Shoe Store. They will reside with Mrs J L Jarrard on North Michigan Avenue. Many friends congratulate the couple.
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the Daniel Wertz & Co. sawmill at Grammar on Saturday with a loss of 5000 dollars. It marks the third time a sawmill on that site has burned down. Mrs Minnie Wuest of Cincinnati is named the first woman court bailiff appointed in Ohio.
The township schools will close on December 23 and reopen January 3 for a ten day vacation, a decision by the board of education at the county office. City of Greensburg schools are unaffected. The article also notes the celebration of the fortieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Fred Seitz Sr with a large family gathering and gifts.
Miss Bertha Gookins daughter of Mr and Mrs George Gookins of the northeast of town will marry Claude Linville son of Mr and Mrs Clarence Linville of Clarksburg at her home Wednesday night They plan to reside on the Eustace Foley farm near Springhill their furnished home awaiting them Birthday Surprise for Mrs Bowman Thirty of her friends called Friday evening at Mrs H C Bowman s home for a birthday party with cards music dancing and refreshments Gifts included cut glass pieces.
In loving remembrance of our dear father John H. Jackson who passed away one year ago. His memory is as dear today as in the hour he died. He was cheerful and kind with a tender word. He is sadly missed by his family and friends.
The following cases in Squire Creath's court were transferred to circuit court today. State of Indiana vs. Zack Pool charges hunting on land of Samuel Jackson without permission of owner. State of Indiana vs. William Boyce charges assault and battery on James Kercheval.
John T. Meek filed a circuit suit against William D. Eubank and others seeking to quiet title to real estate. The complaint aims to affirm Meek's claimed ownership and settle competing claims on the property.
Mrs A C Shumm of Clarksburg received word from Shena Kansas of the death of her niece Leona Meid daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Meid former Laurel Indiana residents. She leaves a husband and two young children and the body is due to arrive in Laurel tomorrow for interment.
Shelby county records show a complaint for infringement of territory with the defendant filing an answer in denial. Maude K Spillman versus Rollin Davis ends with dismissal by plaintiff and costs assessed against the plaintiff. John White versus Margaret Oliphant and James Oliphant features contract and account actions. plaintiff denies cross complaint and moves to strike paragraphs 3 through 7. Estate of Milton G Moor Mary Moor seeks letters of administration with a $5,000 bond. Grace D Moor and Charles S Williams sign as sureties. bond approved and letters issued.
The Decatur County Board of Education announced a joint teachers institute to be held in Greensburg on Saturday January 8. Teachers from outside Greensburg are expected to attend. A state speaker in educational work will be featured. EF, Jerman and his daughter Miss Carol visited Indianapolis.
Joseph Clifford Ray born near Greensburg Indiana July 3 1886 died November 25 1920 at age 24 4 22. He married Ada Mac Bear September 21 1910 and had two daughters Alice Elizabeth and Mildrea Olive. He founded Ray Automotive Co after working as an automobile salesman and was active in the Greensburg and Indianapolis communities with family and church ties. He is survived by his wife two daughters his father two sisters Mrs Mary Parker and Mrs Oren Patton a brother W M Curtis Ray and several nieces and nephews. His mother and one sister preceded him in death. He belonged to the Methodist then Presbyterian churches the Commercial Club Chamber of Commerce Elks and YMCA.
A large Presbyterian gathering Sunday extended a call to Rev. J. S. E. McMichael of Springhill to become pastor. It is understood he will accept and ask the Presbytery to accept his resignation. The salary of 3000 dollars would be the highest Greensburg minister’s pay. McMichael is well known for his ability and the community welcomes his leadership.
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to relatives friends and neighbors for kindness sympathy and floral offerings at the sudden death of husband and father J. E. Ray. They acknowledge Rev. Mr. Reynolds the singers the undertaker Mr. Hisev of Hizey and Titus and all who contributed during the bereavement.
Post office records list names of recipients with letters awaiting pickup including Caleb Barnes George Gerakaris Cortez Howell Co V Multin L Reed James T Redd John R Sargent JWm H Simith L Squires F E Williamson John Wilson Mrs M B Taylor Mrs John Shouse Mar Stanton Miss Louise Barnes. Ray Hamilton acting postmaster.
The county commissioners were in session and approved payment of election expense bills along with other approved bills presented to them.
Miss Rosamond Drake of Shelbyville will marry E. H. Brumgart of Boston Massachusetts on December 24. Brumgart is connected with the Woolworth Stores Corporation and the couple will reside in Boston.
Matilda Johnson as administrator files a report showing coal sold for 43.57 and requests approval to privately sell U S bonds. Court orders sale without notice to cover costs.
The War Mothers of Decatur county invite members of Joe Welch Post of the American Legion to a banquet December 27 at the K of P hall. Commander Philip Stapp presented the invitation at the post meeting and it was accepted. This marks the second banquet by the War Mothers for ex service men and is greatly appreciated by the Legion.
The Psi Iota Xi sorority announced plans to improve Greensburg children’s dental health. They will assist families unable to afford care and provide treatment where needed. Prof. E. C. Jerman praised the sorority’s community work at a Rotary meeting.
Copenhagen dispatch reports President Wilson will be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on December 10. The prize carries $40,000 from Alfred Nobel’s fund. Two prior Americans, Theodore Roosevelt and Elihu Root, also received the honor.
Mrs. George W. Lanham remains very low and unconscious since being stricken last Wednesday. It was feared she would not live through the day.
Lafe Wonn and his family return to Greensburg after a three year absence and settle at 1200 North Broadway. Mr. Wonn is recovering from an appendicitis operation and will require a long rest before resuming work. Welcome to the city.
Owen Herrick of West McKee Street learns from his sister Mrs. Kate Barton in Indianapolis of the sudden death of her husband Ed Barton due to heart trouble at his Indianapolis home. Adams township Farmers Federation plans regular meeting at Adams hall Thursday evening December 9 with a speaker and music. attendees asked to bring sandwiches and pickles.
A Knights of Pythias district meeting will be held in Rushville next Friday with eight counties represented. Thomas L. Neal Guard Chancellor and Robert A. Brown Guard Keeper of the Records and Seal will attend.
A baby boy was born this morning to Mr and Mrs Ed Foreman on the Bert Meek farm near Spring Hill. Shoppers Miss Sylvia Ketchum and Mrs Minnie Robbins traveled from Letts to Greensboro. C C Robins rode 2 passengers to Indianapolis. Adelaide Robison returned to Indianapolis to reenter Miss Blaker training school for teachers. Mrs M J Williams and Mrs Morry Temsen from Burney shopped in Greensboro. Mrs Carl Hendricks of Indianapolis arrived after the death of Mayor McCoy. Rayrord Clemons and his mother returned to the Indiana State home for the deaf. Fire at Joseph Derringer home on West North street caused little damage from a defective flue. A real estate transfer clip notes two Burney lots exchanged for 2210 dollars each between W C Galbraith and Thomas Galbraith and then to Andrew Galbraith.
The Jackson Township Farmers Association will hold a regular meeting at the Big Horn schoolhouse Thursday December 9 at 7 p m for electing officers for the ensuing year and to figure on a car of tankage. All members urged to attend. Harry C Carr president.
Aye May Frazee daughter of Lewis A Frazee and Jo Charles Johnston married at the Frazee home in Connersville. The double ring ceremony featured a four course turkey dinner and a large wedding party of near relatives and close friends. The couple plan a honeymoon trip to New Orleans after departing for Liberty and Cincinnati. Johnston, a Culver graduate and WWII veteran, is a junior partner in Robbins Wholesale Grocery.
Judge Wickens recalled finding a dozen fresh kegs in his car after leaving a Knights of Columbus rabbit fry at St. Marys school hall. He said the ownership of the kegs remains unknown and joked he always believed in laying rabbits.
County Auditor J C Barbe announced the total cost of registration, primary and election at $8 793.32. Principal items are primary $2 324.75, registration $2 984.67 and election $3 683.90. Some small election claims may raise the total above $9 000.
The city school board announced dismissal from Friday December 24 for holidays through Monday January 3. Eula Fisher, daughter of Cora Fisher of East First street, is ill. Mr. and Mrs. John Risk of North Lincoln street return from a two week visit with relatives in Crawfordsville and Lafayette.
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