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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
2
The Orm Stock Company presented an engagement at the K of P opera house drawing large crowds. They performed Collums and The Devil and announced a 2 15 matinee. Miss Winifred St Clair, from Hope, is in the company and James Valdare showcases a bicycle specialty.
Wayne Ainsworth of the area fell into a barrel of hot water while preparing to butcher hogs. Only his legs and feet were immersed as the barrel was not full. Medical aid was summoned and the wounds are described as very serious.
The national corn show opened in Omaha with ex Congressman John L Kennedy reading Roosevelt's greeting. Indiana led with six firsts and five seconds, Illinois five firsts and six seconds, Iowa two firsts and two seconds, Colorado two firsts and two seconds, and Wisconsin one first.
Holiday Roszell sustained a broken leg after a freight train halted his path on South Monfort street he attempted to climb between cars at the crossing. Medical aid arrived quickly and he is recovering but remains sidelined for some time.
Mrs Mary T Weed formerly of this city and now living with her son in law W L Crawford at Lebanon is critically ill. Five years ago she suffered paralysis while staying with her brother W L Miller in this city and the blood vessels are beginning to burst with little hope for recovery. Friends here wish for the best.
Mr and Mrs Charles Kemble entertained the Centenary church Women’s Home Missionary Society on Monday evening. The group grew from twenty one members to forty two through a recent membership drive.
Julious Sales died December 1 in a Wyoming coal mine near La Barge after a falling stone incident. He has relatives in Indianapolis who own a farm at Adams. For more information, write to Mrs Ivan Davison in La Barge Wyoming.
Fayette N Y veteran David Parker who lost a foot at Gettysburg credits Electric Bitters with curing his stomach trouble and as a tonic keeping him strong. He spent much on doctors before trying the remedy sold at F M Henry and Co. drug store.
P D Stagg longtime Decatur county resident died at his home three miles east of town after six weeks illness. Born September 1 1827 in Ripley county he moved to Decatur in 1858 and worked a Woodfill block store during war times. He married Sarah A Anderson January 22 1851 and had eight children five of whom survived. Funeral services were held yesterday at two o clock at home with Revs Browne and Perrod officiating. Burial in South Park cemetery by I O O F.
Former resident Mrs. Mary T. Weed dies at eighty four after paralysis. She came from Kentucky in 1829 and lived with her daughter Mrs. W. L. Crawford near Lebanon. Funeral services were held at her late home this morning.
Mrs Ray Hamilton entertained the Fortnightly club at her North Franklin street residence Friday. The day included a luncheon at one and a sumptuous dinner at six. Guests included Mesdames J T Alexander T E Davidson S P Minear Will Robbins Robert Russell Bert Morgan and Misses Kate Emmert Kate Stewart Clara Ardery. The guests of the club were Misses Bright Emmert and Mae Montgomery.
Relatives in Kansas City report three and a half year old George German suffered a jaw fracture and other injuries after a fall that occurred when his father Mr Charles W German went to fetch the evening paper. An operation is expected. Mrs Lou Zoller German is remembered here.
The survivors of the Union army who fought at Stone River Tenn on Dec 31 1862 and Jan 1 1863 will hold their annual reunion in Danville Indiana on Saturday Dec 3. All soldiers of regiments that participated are urged to attend and an interesting program has been prepared.
A Saturday afternoon pupils recital by Miss Kate Haas featured students such as Lola Biddinger Gretchen Smiley Laura Gray Leola Woodtil Grace Barnes Ruth Martin and Laura Woodtil with selections spanning operetta waltz and piano pieces including Queen of May Twilight Rite and Wind and Tide. The program listed performers and pieces across two parts with multiple students performing under the Lyric Reading-Musical Club.
The Indiana Corn Growers Association holds its annual meeting January 13, 1909 in Lafayette. Speakers include W H Stevenson on soil conservation, A E Reynolds on pure clover seed, DeWitt C Wing on increasing yield, and C A Rowe offering critique of state show exhibits. Attendees gain financial and practical benefits.
The Indiana Millers Association met at the Denison hotel in Indianapolis to discuss amending the Feed Stuff Law from the millers’ perspective. John C. Hite of Peru led the discussion, A L Goetzman of Chicago spoke on bleaching hearings in Washington, and John F Russell, president of the Indiana Millers Association, delivered the midwinter address.
Zoellner's Bakery announces a daily direct shipment from Baltimore of Deep Sea Oysters, described as extra good quality, aiming to serve the holiday trade.
Reading this blurb, Kirby's promotes a comfortable Morris chair as an ideal Christmas present and notes a complete line of options for shoppers.
Dr J B Kinsinger osteopathic physician based in Greensburg Indiana offers free consultations. He graduated from the American School of Osteopathy Kirksville Missouri and maintains office hours 9 to 4 on Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Hamilton Block. Phone 433.
A personal endorsement urges readers to choose Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble over unknown preparations. The speaker claims forty years of cures and notes cost is the same as alternatives. J. H. Batterton promotes products and Thomson's offers an elegant line for gentlemen.
The First M E church hosted a Sunday afternoon Men's Meeting with about 300 attendees. Rev Kerr spoke on Playing the Game and Playing the Game of Life, denouncing four sins and urging men to run the race toward salvation. next meeting planned for Sunday.
Customers are urged to choose Christmas gifts early at Schultz & Co. and can have items set aside for delivery at a later date you specify. The store offers flexible pickup or delivery arrangements to fit holiday plans.
A. J. Donovan of Peoria Illinois describes a long illness with fluctuating appetite, headaches, and digestive trouble. After trying Root Juice he reports marked improvement after consuming six bottles, now eating and sleeping well and free of past pains.
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